In the April/May 2013 issue of Quilting Arts , we challenged our readers to create a 10" x 10" art quilt based on the word "Passages." Over 125 readers were moved to make a quilt for the challenge. We were touched by the artistry, personal meaning, and unique images portrayed in these...
When you make a quilt, at some point you will have to consider the quilt binding . You may opt for an elaborate binding that makes an impact on the overall design, a simple and subtle binding, or no binding at all. When binding a small quilt, such as a postcard, it's usually best to keep it simple...
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Cate Prato
on 7 May 2013
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Treat your mom (yourself, or a friend) this Mother's Day! What quilting supplies do you wish for? Fill out her crafting WISH LIST with up to $50 worth of product from the Quilting Daily Shop . We'll pick one lucky winner to receive everything on their list! Winner selected May 7. Choose from...
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Cate Prato
on 3 May 2013
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Whenever a new batch of commercial fabric samples arrives in our offices, everyone gathers around to ooh, aah, and dream about how they would use this or that pattern to make a quilt, bag, accessory, or baby item. I'm always first in line to see what's new, hungrily eyeing every stack of new...
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Cate Prato
on 23 Apr 2013
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At its essence, making a quilt is simple: create a quilt sandwich with top fabric, backing fabric, and batting between them and stitch it all together. '[Man Stuff #1] Hammer" by Luke Haynes. Photo by David Papas But as we know, there are infinite varieties on the theme of how to make a quilt...
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jane davila
on 15 Apr 2013
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In the February/March 2013 issue of Quilting Arts Magazine , we introduced our latest reader challenge, "Text Me!", encouraging you to make a quilt about how text inspires you. There is still time to submit your creation--the deadline is Friday, March 29. Artist Jane LaFazio often incorporates...
Here's a way to practice your free-motion stitching skills and add a mixed-media element to your machine quilting. In honor of Valentine's Day, it's heart art from our sister publication Cloth Paper Scissors, one of my favorite sources of fiber art inspiration. Painted hearts with free-motion...
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Vivika_Blog
on 13 Feb 2013
Filed under: Machine Quilting, How to Quilt, Fabric Art, Quilting For Beginners, Quilting Techniques