The Hourglass quilt block is a basic quilt block that is super easy to make. Also called a quarter square triangle block, it is made up of 4 triangles of contrasting fabrics to give an hourglass appearance. These blocks can be stand alone quilt blocks, or even a unit as part of a larger block. ...
Diagonal Seam Tape – Time Saving Sewing
Quilters, let's discover a must-have tool for your sewing machine – Diagonal Seam Tape. In this blog post, we'll explore the practical use of this tape for quilting projects, from applying it to your sewing machine bed to achieving precise diagonal lines without relying on temporary ...
Mastering an Accurate 1/4 Inch Seam Allowance
Have you ever wondered why it is so important to have an accurate 1/4 inch seam allowance when quilting? But no-one has ever explained why? Today I'm going to discuss the importance of an accurate 1/4 inch seam allowance and some easy ways to improve your accuracy. When purchasing through ...
Making Precise Half Square Triangle Units for Quilting
This post is going to explore the variety of options for making half square triangle units to be used in quilt blocks. I will be sharing with you the techniques I use to get the most precise half square triangle units possible. This increases the accuracy of my quilt piecing in the whole quilt. ...
Precut Fabric Sizes
This post is all about precut fabric sizes and what you can do with them. When purchasing through links on this site, I may earn an affiliate commission at no cost to you. Have you ever seen the pretty bundles of precut fabrics in your local quilt shop and wondered more about them? You see ...
