The Quilter's Toolkit

Choosing the right batting for your quilt is just as important as selecting fabric or thread. Batting affects everything from how your quilt feels and looks to how it holds up over time. With so many options on the market, understanding terms like loft, drape, needle punching, and fiber content will help you make the best choice for your project.

In this post, we’ll walk you through the essentials of quilt batting—what it’s made of, how it behaves, and what to watch out for when making your pick.

Faster than Fast & Furious? Hard to imagine, but it's true. With a little creativity and a minimal amount of work, you can turn the 16" Wide Toweling into some fabulous home decor pieces. These projects are an inexpensive way to give your home a little refresh and make perfect holiday and hostess gifts. Add some embroidery for a personalized gifts, too.   

Achieving precise quilt blocks begins with mastering seam allowance. This crucial factor ensures accuracy, consistency, and professional-quality quilting results. Let’s dive into the key aspects of seam allowance, tools, and techniques to perfect your piecing.

A well-chosen quilt border enhances the design, frames the central blocks, and ties the entire piece together. Selecting the perfect border color can be challenging, but with the right approach, you can create a harmonious and visually appealing quilt. Here’s how to make the best choice for your quilt border.

Quilts are not just functional items; they are also decorative pieces that can transform the look of your bedroom. However, achieving the perfect fit for a bed quilt requires thoughtful planning and consideration. On Tipsy Tuesday, Gudrun explored the key aspects of designing and sizing quilts for beds, from standard dimensions to customization tips.