Poll: Are You Looking for Christmas Patterns?
Friday September 29, 2006
I'm a little behind with Christmas content, but that's about to change. Since there's not a bunch of time left, it would help if you would tell me which types ... Read More
Book Review: "Amish Inspired Quilts"
Tuesday September 26, 2006
I love Amish quilts but have only made a few -- and they were in miniature. Many of the quilts from past generations of Amish quilters show how talented the ... Read More
How to Sew an Accurate Quarter-Inch Seam Allowance
Saturday September 16, 2006
There are several quiltmaking techniques to practice before you begin to make a quilt or swap blocks with other quilters. One of the most important skills you can learn is ... Read More
American Treasures Stamps: Quilts of Gee's Bend
Wednesday September 13, 2006
The American Treasures stamp series showcases American fine art and crafts. For 2006, art Director Derry Noyes chose photographs of ten quilts that were stitched between 1940 and 2001 by ... Read More
Landscape Quilt Inspiration
Monday September 11, 2006
Maybe I'm just paying more attention to them than I used to, but I've noticed a lot more landscape quilts lately in quilting magazines and at quilt shows. I've never ... Read More
September is National Sewing Month
Saturday September 9, 2006
I can't believe it's September. The summer has flown by and leaves in our part of the country are already beginning to turn gold and orange. Cooler weather means it's ... Read More
September Quilt Shows
Saturday September 2, 2006
A few September quilt shows around the US
Quilt Show and Sale at Auburn Days, Auburn, Kentucky. September 8-9
Hadley Harvest Festival & Quilt Show, Hadley, Michigan. September 15
Autumn Gems Quilt Show, ... Read More