Category Archives: Fabric

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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Humble Beginnings

Posted on March 9, 2016 by QWBlog

Humble Beginnings Today I’m going to take you on a little journey behind the scenes. Let’s go all the way back to a quilt’s very humble beginnings, the cotton plant. Cotton plant Now this is what I call a blank … 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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Trends from Spring Market

Posted on June 6, 2015 by QWBlog

What a feast for the eyes!  Spring Quilt Market is in the books but the sights and sounds will be coming to your local quilt shop any day.  What was cool, new and memorable?  Where to begin?! Brights are back!  … 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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How to Organize Fabric

Posted on March 5, 2014 by QWBlog

One of the most common questions we get from quilters and sewers involves how to organize fabric. Face it, most of us are fabric addicts. We just can’t seem to get enough. So, the issue we face is coming up … Continue reading →

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Tips for Making Rag Quilts

Posted on February 13, 2014 by QWBlog

So what exactly is a rag quilt anyway? A rag quilt has exposed seam allowances on the front of the quilt and finished seams on the back. It is usually made up from several pieces sewn together like a patchwork quilt. The … Continue reading →

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Creative Ways to Use Fat Quarters

Posted on February 11, 2014 by QWBlog

  Who doesn’t love fat quarters? I go into a store and find that I cannot leave without buying a hand full. It’s so much fun to mix and match prints and colors together to create unique combinations. The bonus is … Continue reading →

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Patchwork Quilt is 2014 Olympic Winter Games Official Look

Posted on February 5, 2014 by QWBlog

How great is this? A stunning patchwork quilt is 2014 Olympic Winter Games Official look. This is Russia’s first Olympic Winter Games, which will be held in Sochi. According to the Sochi’s games press release, ”The Olympic patchwork quilt, developed … Continue reading →

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Found Fabric Project Sheets

Posted on February 3, 2014 by QWBlog

  Do you have a stash full of fabrics just waiting to be used? “Found Fabric” Projects Sheets are downloadable instructions for creating unique and creative garments using patterns you may already have. With each project you learn how to … Continue reading →

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