Quilting Tips, Techniques & Creative Project Ideas
Whether you’re just getting started or looking to refine your skills, these quilting tips and projects are designed to inspire your next creation. From helpful techniques to creative ideas, there’s something here for every quilter. Explore the projects below to find your next favorite make and bring your vision to life, one stitch at a time.
Decorative Stitch Binding
Do you like machine binding? Do you like decorative stitches? Combine the two and create beautiful decorative stitch binding.
Pathways Quilt Along
Join in for this three-part quilt along, where you’ll learn how to tackle hourglass quilt blocks!
Binding with Ruffles
Learn how to create binding with ruffles! It’s great for quilts that need a bit more color, texture or a tactile element.
Quilt-as-you-go Trivet Set
Learn how to create these easy-to-make patchwork trivets in just one afternoon!
How to Make a Quilted Sunglasses Case
Use quilted fabric scraps to sew a custom sunglasses case—perfect for unique frames and a great way to use leftovers creatively.
Stitch in the Ditch with BERNINA Walking Foot #50
Learn some helpful tips for using the BERNINA Three-Sole Walking Foot with Seam Guide #50 for this technique.
Free Pattern: The Checks Mix Quilt
BERNINA Ambassador, Jaclyn Salem, shares a free pattern for The Checks Mix quilt—a strip pieced quilt perfect for beginners and color lovers
How to Create a Faux Piped Binding
Faux piped binding is one of those sewing techniques that looks time-consuming and intricate. We’ll let you in on a little secret–it’s not! See for yourself! We wouldn’t be surprised if your next quilt has faux piped binding!
How to Make Quilted Fabric Bookmarks
Those who love to read cherish a great bookmark. Learn how to make your favorite book lover their very own quilted fabric bookmark.
