Paige Articles

3 Best Wool Ironing Mats for Quilters

When you can’t see a wool ironing mat in person before buying, how are you supposed to know what to look for? In this part 2 of our wool pressing mat series, you’ll learn what makes a good pressing mat, which brands we’d start researching first, and which brand comes out on top!

The Ultimate Guide to Owning a Seam Ripper

Did you know that a whole world of seam rippers exists other than the plastic cheap ones in the box stores? Different styles, handles, blades, purposes, who knew? Continue reading to see all the different types of seam rippers and determine which one is for you!

The 25 Best Thread Storage Ideas You Can Actually Buy

Do you open your drawer of threads and have to sit and untangle them before you can even use them? Or worse cut thread off and throw it out? Continue reading for a list of 25 different thread storage ideas to organize your stash this spring!

The Best Basting Spray For Quilters

Spray basting is a fast and easy way to baste your quilt especially for beginners, but did you know that not all adhesive sprays are basting sprays? Continue reading for these quilting tips on spotting the right types and how to make a quilt using the spray basting method.

4 Types of Sewing Pins Every Quilter Should Own

Apr 7, 2022 | Quilting Notions

Have you ever pinned two fabrics together and realized that a hole was left when you removed the pin? Or maybe...

A Beginner’s Guide To The Basting Stitch

Mar 25, 2022 | Quilting 101

Sometimes you run into a situation where you want to test out how to set a fabric before actually committing to a...

How to Tie a Quilt – 6 Different Ways

Mar 17, 2022 | Make a Quilt, Quilting 101

Sometimes machine quilting your quilt is just not in the cards, and you’ve determined that learning how to tie a quilt...

5 Ways to Get the Perfect 1/4” Quilting Seam Allowance

Sep 26, 2020 | Make a Quilt, Quilting 101

One of the biggest challenges when it comes to quilting is keeping a consistent 1/4″ seam allowance. I’m here to tell you it’s not as hard as it sounds! And it will save you time and frustration later in your quilt. Continue reading to see 5 super easy tips to getting (and keeping) the perfect scant 1/4″.

How to Square Up Fabric for Quilting Success

Sep 23, 2020 | Make a Quilt, Quilting 101

A great quilt starts with great cutting and great cutting starts with some squared off fabric. This isn’t always as intuitive as you think though when you are first learning. Continue reading to see how I tackle this important step!

How to Make Flying Geese: A Quilting Tutorial

Sep 22, 2020 | Block Tutorials, Make a Quilt

Flying geese units are versatile quilt block components that can be used in a variety of ways. Continue reading for a great tutorial on how to quickly make them two different ways for your next quilt!

Almost Friday Hourglass Quilt and New Quilt Pattern!

Sep 16, 2020 | Finished Quilts

It’s official, I’m working on my first quilt pattern for sale and I can already tell there will be more to come. Continue reading for all the details on this finished pink hourglass quilt and check out the new quilt pattern for it!

Standard Quilt Sizes & 3 Reasons Why You Should Make Smaller Quilts

Sep 12, 2020 | Designing Quilts, Make a Quilt

With all the tips and tricks you learn and have to remember quilting, sometimes the exact dimensions of standard quilt sizes just isn’t one of them. continue reading for a great infographic to make remembering regular quilt sizes easier for your next quilt design!