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Articles and Information,
Tips, Tricks and Techniques for Quilters
Need help from a quilter? This page lists free articles and how-to information on a number of quilt related topics, including quilting and sewing tips, terms and techniques for the beginning quilter. There is a few not-so-serious articles in here, too:-))
Applique techniques and tips
These tips will have you appliquéing like a pro in no time! Here are tips for
both hand and machine appliqué by needle-turn, freezer paper, fusible and more.
Burma Shave
Do you remember the verse by the side of the road?
Adding a border
You have finished your quilt top. Now how do you decide what borders to add?
Here are some guidelines for choosing the perfect straight, pieced, mitered
or scalloped border and methods for creating it. An illustrated two-part
article.
Binding Basics
This article answers the questions, "What is the difference between straight
grain, cross grain and bias binding? How do I apply them and what do I
do about the corners?"
Binding Charts - Calculate the amount of fabric needed to bind a quilt.
This is a handy chart to print and save. It gives both bias binding and
straight grain binding fabric requirements for various size quilts.
Calculate the amount of fabric needed in a quilt.
Answering the age old question, "How much fabric do I need for my quilt?" This
is a great little calculator to estimate how much quilt material you will need
if you are creating your own quilt If you aren't sure how big to make your quilt,
there is also a chart of standard mattress, pillow and quilt sizes and a free
pattern for making a "hot dog" pillowcase with all seams enclosed.
Calibrate the color in your monitor
Catching the Muse
Unleashing your own creativity to create a quilt design that represents
your unique style.
Chincoteague Ponies
The wild ponies of the barrier islands off Virginia
Choosing
the Perfect Sewing Machine
Tips for choosing the machine for you, including a list of questions for
your dealer to print out and take with you.
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Color in Quilts
What makes one quilt sing and another just hum? Here is a three part article
on choosing the color and fabric that will make your quilt special.
Coloring a Crayon
Quilt
This surprisingly ordinary method makes an extraordinary quilt.
Copyright Concerns
Respecting the talent of those who share their creations keeps them designing.
Demonstrations on Video
Tips, tricks and techniques explained on videos.
Easy Prairie Points
Prarie Points are a great way to call attention to the border of a quilt - and
they can be used as an accent inside the quilt, too! Here are several ways to
make them and ideas for using them.
Fabric Postcards - 4 x 6 Works of Art
Fiber Art you can mail!
Fleece Facts - How to Sew with Fleece
Half Square Triangles - tips, tricks and techniques
Hanging your Quilt
This article explains how to make and attach a hanging sleeve to a quilt.
How to know you are living in 2009
Just in case you weren't sure...
How to use Bubble Jet Set to put photos on fabric
Use this chemical to treat cotton, flannel and fleece in quantity for fabric
transfer.
How to whitelist an address so you receive bulk E-mail (for example, a newsletter or a shipping confirmation)
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Improving the performance of your PC
Inexpensive program ideas for your guild
Just what kind of a quilter are you?
Labeling your quilt - How to make a quilt label
A quilt isn't finished until it is labeled. Here is the Who, What, When,
Where, Why and How of making a quilt label.
Making a Silk Purse out of a Sow's Ear - Using old quilt blocks in new settings.
Putting it in Perspective: The Symbolism of Underground Railroad quilts
Preparing wool items for storage
Photo Transfer Tips and Projects/Printing on Fabric
Q-Tips (Quilt tips) and Quilt
Tricks
Submitted by our readers!
Quality makes a difference!
Here is how to choose the best fabric for your quilt.
Quick and Easy Gifts - see also Quilters Survival Basket
Quillows
How to make a quilt in a pillow
Quilt Games
Looking for something to break the ice at your next meeting? Here are
games and program ideas.
Quilty Sayings,
Dedications and Poems
Here are quilting related sayings for use in your guild newsletter or quilt
labels.
Repair, Restore, Conserve - what to do with an old quilt and how to do it.
Save your money for quilt fabric! Here are great tips for using everyday items in original ways to save time and money in quilting.
- Quilting at the Grocery and Hardware Store
- Dryer Sheets Uses for new and used dryer sheets.
- Freezer Paper
- Items from the office supply store
Setting a Quilt or Block on Point
We've done the math for you! Here are the sizes and methods of setting
a quilt block on point.
The Seven Deadly Sins of Paper Piecing
Okay, maybe they are deadly, but mistakes are sure annoying! Here
is how to avoid them and become a Perfect Paper Piecing Person.
Sewing Machine Needle Primer
Which sewing machine needle do you use for your project? Here is how to choose
the correct needle for everything you do.
Stain Removal Guide (just kidding)
Stain Removal Guide (seriously)
Ten Commandments of Posting to Lists (chat groups)
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Thread Theory
There are so many different types of thread available! How do you choose
which one is right for your project? Read this article on choosing fabric
for your project - and your sewing machine. This two part article includes
a listing of Threads and Their Uses, listing threads
by type, characteristics and recommended uses.
"Tie"ing Up Loose Ends - Using Men's Ties
Ideas for using mens ties in quilts and other creative sewing and craft projects.
Using the Internet with Windows - I bet you find at least one tip here you didn't know!
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