Even though I wrote Free Shamrock Applique Quilt Patterns and Free Shamrock Quilt Block Patterns for St Patrick’s Day, the free Irish Chain quilt patterns can be made in place of the shamrock quilts if you would prefer to do so. You could make one of each or all the different quilts for St Patrick’s ...
Creating homemade quilts are simple if you follow a few uncomplicated steps, which are outlined with in this article. I have included some practical tips, which work for any size of a handmade quilt ranging from crib to queen size. Every one loves a nice warm homemade quilt to curl up under on those long ...
Quilts have been there for years, with quilting being passed from one generation to another. And now more than the recent years, more and more people are getting onto quilting. They are either doing it as a hobby, to learn a new craft, to use the quits as a gift for friends and family. However ...
Quilting by your favorite colors just got easier than ever! With all these free patchwork and applique quilt patterns, and project ideas, you’ll be able to keep your family toasty-warm this winter. You might even want to make extra quilts for selling or bartering. Start first by organizing all your fabric scraps into different color ...
The following top 10 types of quilt patterns are ones people searching the most for over the years. Some of the types of quilt patterns are specific quilt patterns while others are categories for types of quilts. Scrap Quilt Patterns Anyone wanting to make a quilt, scrap quilts are some of the easiest quilts to ...
No blanket can stand the test of time like a good handmade quilt. When it comes to decorating your baby or child’s room finding a quilt to match your decor scheme can prove difficult, but if you are making your own you can choose any fabric that you want! Handmade baby blankets also make ...
As my oldest child heads for college soon, I have been ecto-nesting. Ecto-nesting is sort of the opposite of traditional nesting. While a woman eagerly awaits the arrival of her first child, she may begin nesting, much as a mother bird does. She feathers her nest with fuzzy baby blankets and other comforts to prepare ...
Antique quilts add fascinating country charm to a home, but antique fabrics can be very delicate and easily damaged. Display your antique quilts in ways that protect them from further damage and wear so you can pass these treasures on to future generations. When choosing a place to display your quilt, check to see that ...