H.A. Kidd sewing notions
Polyester thread – durable beauty
We had a great time yesterday learning about Perfect Pairings for our SCHMETZ needles and Sulky and Gütermann cotton threads ...
Cotton thread: versatility and variety
Welcome back to day two of our exploration of perfect pairings for SCHMETZ needles with our Sulky and Gütermann threads ...
Perfect Pairings – needles and threads work together for successful quilting
The thread that we choose to construct and quilt our quilts with is truly as important as the fabric and ...
A gourmet finish for a quilted designer cushion
This week has been so much fun as we have learned how to express pretty words through quilting using the ...
Making quilted words pop – it’s all about the thread
Welcome back. Yesterday was such a fun day! We set up our machines for free motion quilting, did our first ...
Quilting words – so much to say using Gütermann Dekor thread!
I hope you've been having fun getting ready to free motion quilt words and more for a designer cushion. Was ...
Mark, layer, baste, easy preparation for machine quilting
Quality materials and good preparation are the keys to successful machine quilting. Yesterday we gathered our supplies and cut our ...
Say it with free motion quilting, a designer cushion
Free motion quilting is one of my favorite things to do and I'm always exploring new and exciting variations. I ...
How to make and apply covered cording properly
Yesterday I showed you how to sew the strips together and quilt the bench pillow top. Today I'll show you how ...
Arrange strips, sew and spray baste, finishing up a garden cushion cover
Yesterday I listed the materials necessary to sew some strips to create your own version of this bench pillow, so perfect for a ...
Making a cushion cover for the porch
Yesterday I showed you how to use some 10" fabric squares along with Therm Fleece to make some attractive and ...
5 easy steps to finish your bowl cozy
Yesterday I showed you how to get started making an easy and useful project - a bowl cozy - using 2 ...
Bowl cozies: a fun and useful project!
In June 2018, I showed you how to use Therm Fleece to make some coasters and mug rugs, in my ...
6 essential tips for sewing bias binding on a tight curve
It's the end of the week and time to wrap up our appliqued pot holder project. The pattern is called ...
6 tips for blanket stitching applique shapes you want to know
Welcome back. Another tip filled day as we get one step closer to finishing the pot holders. The pattern I'm ...
4 TIPS for cutting and fusing applique shapes
Welcome back. How did the tracing go? Hopefully, the tips from yesterday made the process a lot easier to do ...
2 tips to make prepping a paper pattern much easier!
Welcome back. Did you have a chance to gather your supplies? I've got more great tips for you as I ...
Quilting farmyard fun pot holders for the kitchen
Greetings from the farm. This week, I'll be making some adorable farm-themed pot holders. As I work through the process, ...
Using fusible web for an easy finish for appliqued coasters
Yesterday I showed you how to use HeatnBond EZ print sheets to prepare some appliqué shapes and make a coaster ...
How to use fusible web that goes in your printer and its characteristics
Yesterday I showed you how to finish the tote bag with textured pockets made with Stitch-N-Steam and handles made with ...
