Category Archives: Helpful Tools

Get a Grip(py)!!!

Posted on June 17, 2020 by QWBlog

Are your rulers and templates slipping away from you? Or are you tired of walking your hand up your ruler as you cut. Well no longer! Now there is Grippy! Grippy is made by Odif, the same company that makes … Continue reading →

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On Pins and Needles Part 2

Posted on March 2, 2016 by QWBlog

On Pins and Needles Part 2   Choosing the right hand sewing needle can be overwhelming. Their odd names often don’t help point you in the right direction either. Ultimately, you want a needle that feels comfortable in your hand, glides easily through … Continue reading →

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On Pins and Needles Part 1

Posted on February 17, 2016 by QWBlog

On Pins and Needles Part 1 Are you “on pins and needles” when it comes to, well, pins and needles? Do you give them any thought at all? They’re our smallest tool but have the most important job. Without pins holding our fabrics … Continue reading →

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Iron Out the Details

Posted on February 3, 2016 by QWBlog

Iron Out the Details   I’ve gained a new appreciation for irons after picking up a few for my mantel. Did you know that thousand year old paintings have documented the Chinese using metal pans filled with hot coals to smooth and … Continue reading →

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The Easy Binding Winder

Posted on December 2, 2015 by QWBlog

It’s binding time! You’re in the home stretch…your quilt is almost finished…if only the binding would behave itself! How many times has your binding become twisted as you roll it around your hand or a cardboard tube for easy handling? … Continue reading →

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The Quilter’s Toolbox: Thread

Posted on July 13, 2015 by QWBlog

There is nothing a quilter likes more than a new gadget! We love our tools and care for them with a reverence akin to a good friend. I broke my favorite acrylic ruler a few years ago and mourned its … Continue reading →

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How to Sew Quarter Square Triangles

Posted on May 13, 2014 by QWBlog

Quarter-square triangle quilt blocks are blocks that consist of four equal triangles. You can use any mix of patterns and colors for the triangles. Use two different fabrics and vary the placement of them when sewing them together or use … Continue reading →

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Nancy’s Notes and Quilting Tips Round Up

Posted on March 7, 2014 by QWBlog

Did you miss any of the Nancy’s Notes and Quilting Tips we have been posting on our Facebook page recently? If you did, don’t worry, we gathered them all together here for you. Nancy’s Notes and Quilting Tips Round Up … Continue reading →

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How to Make a Clamshell Quilt

Posted on February 27, 2014 by QWBlog

Clamshell quilts are on the top of many of our “quilts we want to make” lists. Not only are they so modern and appealing but there are so many fun techniques for constructing them. Maybe this post will give you … Continue reading →

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How to Organize Sewing Threads

Posted on February 26, 2014 by QWBlog

Are you looking for creative ways to storage basic sewing and quilting supplies like threads, fabric tools and patterns. QuiltWoman.com surfed the web to find the most unique and creative storage solutions designed to get your sewing room in order. Here are our … Continue reading →

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