Category Archives: Crafts

Itchin’ to be Stitchin’ with Felt

Posted on August 5, 2020 by QWBlog

I just love the look of wool felt applique. I love the raised texture, the traditional and the modern looks that can be done with felt, and I really like that felt doesn’t ravel. What is also great about wool … Continue reading →

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Make It Your Way

Posted on July 1, 2020 by QWBlog

Introducing a new pattern series by Nancy Dill, Owner of QuiltWoman.com. Use these patterns for Hand Embroidery, Punch Needle Embroidery, Rug Punching or Hooking, Applique, or any other craft you can adapt them to. The first patterns in the series … Continue reading →

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Three Different Ways to Make Rugs

Posted on June 23, 2020 by QWBlog

You probably remember the first kind, they were very popular in the 60’s and 70’s. Latch Hook Rugs The hook had a little door on it and you worked with a 3” piece of yarn. You started at the bottom … Continue reading →

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Trucks, Trains and Rocket Ships – Quilts for Little Boys

Posted on February 24, 2016 by QWBlog

Is there a special little boy in your life that needs a quilt?  In a family full of boys I am always looking for appropriate patterns for both big and little boys.  This week I found a few that will … Continue reading →

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Jeanne’s Bags

Posted on December 2, 2015 by QWBlog

Extraordinary Bags by Jeanne Nivard I grew up in Philadelphia within a creatively-gifted family. My mother was a professional dressmaker and my father was a chef who worked in only the finest establishments. Both were trained in Europe. My sister … Continue reading →

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What we Love about Barb Sackel’s New Garland Patterns

Posted on April 10, 2014 by QWBlog

Designer Barb Sackel of Rose Cottage Quilting has introduced her fun, new line of garland patterns that are easy fast and fun! Here is what we love about Barb’s new garland patterns.  1. They are no-sew patterns. We all love to … Continue reading →

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Top Reasons to Craft

Posted on March 19, 2014 by QWBlog

National Craft Month is in full swing and to celebrate, we thought we would bring you our Top reasons to Craft. So read this post, then grab a glue gun, some glitter, a needle or thread or whatever you fancy … Continue reading →

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Time at the cabin and quilt patterns take along.

Posted on August 22, 2012 by QWBlog

Quilt camp is a familiar term to many of us. I love having internet access when I go to my cabin, it gives me access to necessities like QuiltWoman.com and other quilting resources! I’ve been thinking about cabin decor a … Continue reading →

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A Year of Making Life Beautiful by Melissa Stramel

Posted on June 11, 2012 by QWBlog

“A Year of Making Life Beautiful” by Melissa Stramel instantly became my favorite book (and could become yours, scroll down to the bottom to see how to win a copy). I read just a few pages and already knew it … Continue reading →

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