Quilt basics

Quilting for Beginners teaches newbies how to quilt from the basics, start to finish. This 5 part series walks you through each step of quilt making.

In today’s post, you’ll learn everything you need to know about piecing your quilt backing. We’ll go over how to piece your backing step by step, how to determine how much fabric you need, and alternative options for when you don’t want to piece your back. After you’ve learned how to piece your quilt backing,...

From fabric selection to piecing, our Beginning Quilting Series will guide you through the process step-by-step.

Hand quilting results in dashed lines of stitches and a quilt with a soft look. Methods of hand quilting vary as much as quilters do. Adapt the techniques that follow to suit your style.

Half square triangles can be quick and easy to make with these simple tips. Learn how to make them in batches for all your quilting projects.

Straight line quilting is a great beginner quilting technique, but there's a right way and a wrong way. Continue reading to see if you are doing it right!

P.S. It's only four things! How to finish your first quilt.

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Use this standard quilt size chart to design your next project. It covers all sizes from baby to California King. Size chart is easy to read and printable.

Before you can quilt you need to baste all of your quilt layers together. Continue reading to see how easy it is to get this job done!