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May 27, 2023
Best Quilting Rulers for Beginners from Fat Quarter Shop's Jolly Jabber

Are you a beginner quilter looking for the best quilting rulers to start your journey? Look no further! This blog post explores quilting rulers that are suited for new quilters. With the right rulers for quilting, you can easily make precise cuts to complete your quilts confidently. Read on to find the best quilting rulers for beginners (and beyond)!

Why Do We Need Quilting Rulers?

Fabric and quilting rulers are versatile tools used to measure and cut fabric, mark lines, and make precise cuts at different angles. They are particularly helpful for complex patterns and squaring up quilt blocks to ...

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May 23, 2023
How to Finish a Christmas Tree Skirt from Fat Quarter Shop's Jolly Jabber

With the holiday stitching season upon us, it’s time to start thinking about what you will make this year to add to your home. One way to add a touch of merriment is with the To All A Good Night! Tree Skirt. In our video tutorial, you’ll learn to make continuous bias binding, how to cut a hole in the center of the tree skirt and how to attach bias binding. Get ready to learn some new quilting skills and get festive with this tree skirt tutorial!

The To All A Good Night! Tree Skirt was made with ...

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May 2, 2023
How to Create Your Own DIY Fabric Wrapped Bouquets from Fat Quarter Shop's Jolly Jabber

DIY fabric-wrapped bouquets are a beautiful, creative, and sustainable way to add a special touch to your floral arrangements. In this blog post, we’ll share a step-by-step tutorial for sewing your own DIY fabric bouquet wrap.

A reusable bouquet wrap made from linen fabric is an easy and affordable way to cover your bouquets and give them an elegant and timeless look. Keep reading to find out how to make one!

Our fabric of choice for this project is Essex Yarn Dyed Linen by Robert Kaufman. We love the neutral look with a hint of texture! The Essex Linen ...

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August 16, 2022
Learn to sew perfect triangles with our Triangle Masterclass! NEW KITS … from Quilt Addicts Anonymous

Last fall we launched our Triangle Masterclass, a nine part video series that covers everything you need to know to improve your triangle piecing.

We have dedicated videos for sewing half square triangles, quarter square triangles or hourglass units, double pinwheels, four-at-a-time no waste flying geese.

Plus there are videos on how I sew the quilt block together so I don’t cut off any points, and my two-pinning method to get perfect points every time. Wrap it up by watching how I used rulerwork on my longarm to quilt triangles into the design as well.

The course is free ...

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April 21, 2022
WIP WEDNESDAY #65: Quilt Basting Tips with Crafty Gemini from Crafty Gemini

In today’s demo Vanessa will share some quilt basting tips for both mini quilts and larger quilts! If you struggle basting your quilt layers watch this episode!

** Get your 10″ Slicer ruler here: https://craftygemini.com/shop/10-inch-slicer-quilting-template/

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Products and projects used:

• 10″ Slicer ruler: https://craftygemini.com/shop/10-inch-slicer-quilting-template/

• Clipper Thread Snips: https://craftygemini.com/shop/clipper-thread-snips/

• Small Tailors Clapper: https://craftygemini.com/shop/small-tailors-clapper/

• Sulky 4.23-Ounce Temporary Spray Adhesive (affiliate link): https://amzn.to/2QqRmOk

• Aurifil Cotton 50wt ...

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March 27, 2022
10 Quilts from Layer Cake 10" Squares from Quiltnotes All Blogs

Want to make a really easy quilt? Grab a package of pre-cut 10" squares or cut your own and get busy making this quilt. Watch this short video to see how it's done.

Here are 10 layout options:

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Layer Cakes are a trademark of Moda Fabrics, but other fabric manufacturers make sets of pre-cut 10" squares. There are hundreds of Layer Cake or 10" square patterns available. Shop for Layer Cakes and hundreds of other pre-cuts at the Fat ...

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September 13, 2021
Rulerwork & Stitch-in-the-Ditch with pressed open seams – Triangle Master Class from Quilt Addicts Anonymous

The Quilt Police are going to have a problem with this video … I show you how I stitch-in-the-ditch with my seams pressed open. GASP!

I think once upon a time when quilting fabric, thread, sewing machines and batting weren’t as good as they were today, this may have cause some issues. So we had this piece of knowledge passed down that you can’t press your seams open and if you do, sitching-in-the-ditch is out for quilting options.

But as long as you are using quilt shop quality cotton, high quality thread, batting, and a modern sewing machine, not ...

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Rulerwork & Stitch-in-the-Ditch with pressed open seams – Triangle Master Class from Quilt Addicts Anonymous

The Quilt Police are going to have a problem with this video … I show you how I stitch-in-the-ditch with my seams pressed open. GASP!

I think once upon a time when quilting fabric, thread, sewing machines and batting weren’t as good as they were today, this may have cause some issues. So we had this piece of knowledge passed down that you can’t press your seams open and if you do, sitching-in-the-ditch is out for quilting options.

But as long as you are using quilt shop quality cotton, high quality thread, batting, and a modern sewing machine, not ...

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September 10, 2021
How to Sew a Mitered Border – Triangle Masterclass from Quilt Addicts Anonymous

Triangles quilts are absolutely beautiful, but they can also be intimidating. Getting your blocks to turn out the right size with all of your points in the right place can be a bit of a challenge.

That’s why we created the Triangle Masterclass, a collection of eight videos focusing on different types of triangle units that are commonly used in quilts.

In today’s video I show you how to sew a mitered border. This is a technique a reserve only for when the quilt or the fabric calls for it. What I mean by that is when there ...

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September 6, 2021
Use 2 pins to get PERFECT triangle points – Triangle Masterclass from Quilt Addicts Anonymous

Triangles quilts are absolutely beautiful, but they can also be intimidating. Getting your blocks to turn out the right size with all of your points in the right place can be a bit of a challenge.

That’s why we created the Triangle Masterclass, a collection of eight videos focusing on different types of triangle units that are commonly used in quilts.

In today’s video I’m sharing how I always use two pins when I am joining triangle points to make sure they all come together correctly. I use one to align the points right on top of ...

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September 3, 2021
How to Never Lose a Triangle Point Again – Triangle Masterclass from Quilt Addicts Anonymous

Triangles quilts are absolutely beautiful, but they can also be intimidating. Getting your blocks to turn out the right size with all of your points in the right place can be a bit of a challenge.

That’s why we created the Triangle Masterclass, a collection of eight videos focusing on different types of triangle units that are commonly used in quilts.

In today’s video we’re starting to sew our triangle units together into a block. This can be one of the most challenging parts because it is really easy for your points to get out of alignment ...

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August 30, 2021
How to sew 4-at-a-Time No Waste Flying Geese – Triangle Masterclass from Quilt Addicts Anonymous

Triangles quilts are absolutely beautiful, but they can also be intimidating. Getting your blocks to turn out the right size with all of your points in the right place can be a bit of a challenge.

That’s why we created the Triangle Masterclass, a collection of eight videos focusing on different types of triangle units that are commonly used in quilts.

In today’s video we’re making 4-at-a-time Flying Geese. They’re also called no-waste flying geese. We’re starting out with one square that is 1.25 inches larger than your finished block width for the large ...

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August 27, 2021
How to sew Double Pinwheels from Squares – Triangle Masterclass from Quilt Addicts Anonymous

Triangles quilts are absolutely beautiful, but they can also be intimidating. Getting your blocks to turn out the right size with all of your points in the right place can be a bit of a challenge.

That’s why we created the Triangle Masterclass, a collection of eight videos focusing on different types of triangle units that are commonly used in quilts.

In today’s video we’re making double pinwheels. We’re starting out with two squares that are 1.25 inches larger than your finished block for the quarter square triangles and two squares that are 1 inch ...

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August 23, 2021
How to make hourglass (quarter square triangles) from squares – Triangle Masterclass from Quilt Addicts Anonymous

Triangles quilts are absolutely beautiful, but they can also be intimidating. Getting your blocks to turn out the right size with all of your points in the right place can be a bit of a challenge.

That’s why we created the Triangle Masterclass, a collection of eight videos focusing on different types of triangle units that are commonly used in quilts.

In today’s video we’re making hourglass triangles, which are also called quarter square triangles. We’re starting out with four squares that are 1.25 inches larger than your finished hourglass.

We cover the process in ...

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August 20, 2021
How to Make Half Square Triangles HSTs from Squares – Triangle Masterclass from Quilt Addicts Anonymous

Triangles quilts are absolutely beautiful, but they can also be intimidating. Getting your blocks to turn out the right size with all of your points in the right place can be a bit of a challenge.

That’s why we created the Triangle Masterclass, a collection of eight videos focusing on different types of triangle units that are commonly used in quilts.

In today’s video we’re making half square triangles, which are commonly called HSTs. We’re starting out with two squares that are 1 inch larger than your finished HST.

We cover the process in detail of ...

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August 15, 2021
Triangle Masterclass Quilt Along Announcement! from Quilt Addicts Anonymous

Triangles quilts are absolutely beautiful, but they can also be intimidating. Getting your blocks to turn out the right size with all of your points in the right place can be a bit of a challenge.

That’s why we created the Triangle Masterclass, a collection of eight videos focusing on different types of triangle units that are commonly used in quilts. In each video we cover how to make the triangle blocks in depth from three different camera angles so you always have the best view. We also cover the quilt math of each triangle unit, so you know ...

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July 6, 2021
10 Hacks for Better Quilting! from Quilt Addicts Anonymous

Check out Stephanie’s Top 10 Hacks for Better Quilting! You’ll be sure to improve your accuracy on your next project. Comment below to let us know your favorite quilting hacks!

Also be sure to check out our completely FREE Beginner Quilting video tutorial series! It’s more than 5 hours of FREE video lessons + a FREE pattern and exclusive discount code.

Click here to download the FREE pattern and get the videos sent to your inbox: https://shop.quiltaddictsanonymous.com/product/split-nine-patch-free-beginner-quilting-video-series-pattern/

Click here to check out our current selection of Beginner Quilt Class Kits: https://shop.quiltaddictsanonymous ...

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January 31, 2021
Easy Star & Loop de Loop Quilting Meander + Rulerwork Tutorial from Quilt Addicts Anonymous

In today’s tutorial I give you a play-by-play description as I quilt my latest design Star Sign.

You can follow along so you can learn how this easy star and loop de loop quilting meander, and see how I use it to work around the log cabin areas of the quilt, filling the space evenly and working around the star blocks to avoid getting stuck.

I also show you an introduction to ruler work, which is the technique I used inside the stars to make them pop.

This is the last in our mini series on the Star Sign ...

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October 22, 2020
Modern Logs QAL Part 6: Free Motion Stipple Quilting from Christa Quilts

I love it when we get to the machine quilting part of a Quilt Along! I’ve just finished my fourth book on machine quilting so I feel like that is one of my specialties. I’m excited for you to try free motion stipple quilting like I did on my Modern Logs, or another quilting design of your choice.

I made a video with all my best tips and tricks for quilting Modern Logs. Just nine minutes but it’s packed full of help and guidance! Click play below to watch.

 

If you’ve never tried free motion quilting ...

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July 24, 2020
Starstruck Quilt from The Cutting Table Quilt Blog - A Blog for Quilters by Quilters

The Starstruck Quilt from Missouri Star Quilt Co. Watch the free quilt tutorial today.

How does the poem go? “A quilting tool with many uses is a joy forever!”

The Starstruck Quilt from Missouri Star Quilt Co. Watch the free quilt tutorial today.

The Binding Tool was invented for bindings, but that’s not all it can do! (Jenny has an entire collection of Binding Tool quilt tutorials HERE!)

This week Jenny has whipped up yet another Binding Tool masterpiece! Starstruck is a gorgeous pattern with big star blocks made out of 2.5 inch strips. Click HERE to watch the video!

The Starstruck Quilt from Missouri Star Quilt Co. Watch the free quilt tutorial today.
Watch the Latest Tutorial from Missouri Star Quilt Co!

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