Binding a Quilt. How to Finish the Edges
Binding Quilts: Binding finishes the edges of a quilt and there are quite a few variations on how it can be done. The majority of quilters use double-fold straight-grain binding unless the quilt has curved edges, in which case they opt for bias binding.
Common Hand-Embroidery Stitches
Here’s a visual guide to some of the most common hand-embroidery stitches found in quilts and other sewing projects. Pattern instructions usually tell you what type of thread to use, but if you’re venturing out on your own, use embroidery floss or pearl cotton with a wide-eye embroidry needle.
Fat Quarter Bag Pattern & Tutorial
The Fat-Quarter Bag is a fast and fun project.
It goes together so quickly you’ll want to make one for everyone on your gift list. The bag holds a lot of quilt projects and is a good size for a child’s overnighter.
Glossary of Quilting Terms
Quilt Dictionary. Every craft has jargon, and quilting is no different. If you're new to quitting, it can be Like ordering from Starbucks for the first time. But instead of an "extra-hot skinny grande mocha with whip" you may ask for "fat quarter tone-on-tone batiks for a foundation-pieced crazy quilt." Both produce very different, though delicious, results! This dictionary will help you make sense of quilting terminology.