Archive for applique
Buttonhole Stitch
Buttonhole Stitch or Blanket Stitch: Isn’t it funny how one stitch is known by several different names? This is an easy one once you get the hang of it. Don’t get frustrated if it doesn’t come easy at first, it will click at some point and you’ll have it forever more. [...]
Blooming Bluebirds
It is finally finished! My beloved little quilt pattern is finally finished. I have been working on this one for a looooonnnnnnnggggggg time! I wanted it to be just right. There is so much more to pattern designing than just coming up with a cute design. There are pictures and directions, fonts, and so [...]
Peek into the Past
I’m going to start a series of blog post that I am going to call a Peek into the Past. I have been quilting for a long time and over that time I have explored many different techniques. I can’t go into them all in-depth here, but I thought you might enjoy seeing a bit [...]
Secrets to Sucessful Applique
Applique…. Does that word stir up feelings of excitement or fear? I have noticed that quilters either love or hate applique. Personally, I love applique. I find it very relaxing to have some handwork available to do at anytime. The true secret to successful applique is ….. Try lots of different techniques until you find the [...]
Backstitch Tutorial
Fabric Postcard
Label Tutorial
Snowflake Ornament for Christmas
