Quilting 101 Articles

A Beginner’s Guide To The Basting Stitch

Basting stitches are an under used tool in the quilting tool box that can can help in so many ways! Continue reading for 4 different basting stitches and how they can help you on your next quilting project!

How to Tie a Quilt – 6 Different Ways

Tying quilts is a quick and easy way to finish a quilt with some fun hand quilted charm. Continue reading for a list of 6 different ways to try!

Flange Binding: What Is It and How to Make It

Adding a flange to your binding is a great way to add an unexpected pop of detail. Continue reading for a step-by-step tutorial!

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

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.

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How to Calculate Quilt Backing Right the First Time

How to Calculate Quilt Backing Right the First Time

You’ve FINALLY finished the quilt top you’ve been working on for weeks, even months! Its time to figure out how much backing yardage you’ll need and a refresher on the math is a welcome hand. Continue reading for the step by step formula for calculating quilt backing or skip the math and learn about our new all-in-one backing calculator!

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How To Clean A Cutting Mat: The Ultimate Guide

How To Clean A Cutting Mat: The Ultimate Guide

A self-healing cutting mat is unfortunately one of those things as a quilter or crafter that you can’t live without, and can’t DIY so learning how to care for it is one of the best ways to make sure you get every penny out of it. Continue reading for the ultimate guide on how to clean and care of a cutting mat, as well as some awesome ways to recycle and repurpose an old one!

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