Month: September 2013

A Modern Heirloom Wall Quilt by Bernadette Day

Use some of the most popular heirloom sewing techniques for this beautiful project. The center features twin-needle pintucks, wing-needle stitching, and decorative stitches. Rouched mini-piping, free-motion quilting, puffed border, and a scalloped appliqué border finish off this delightful creation!
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Half-Square Triangles with LUKE Haynes

I have been making quilts for 10 years and only in the past few have been learning anything about traditional patterns. I want to show you how I sew half square triangles and the methods [and pitfalls] of how to put them together into just one of the myriad of possible blocks using them. … More

Travel-size Neck Pillow

What’s better than a comfy neck pillow when you travel? One that you can make with just the right degree of softness/firmness. Quick and easy, you can make this pillow in different sizes and fill it to each traveler’s preference. BTW, fun fabrics are a must!
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