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Machine Quilting

Sewing Techniques

Learn about thread sizes, ply, and even how a spool is wound. Machine quilting thread sizes range from 100 to 8 and you will become familiar with the sizing system and the variety of typical uses, which includes fabric type and the style of thread you will be using. You will see an explanation of thread ply and why this information can be useful for the wide range of projects you may create in the future. Quilting Thread, Longarm Quilting, Quilting Tutorials, Machine Quilting, Quilting Projects, Quilting Designs, Sewing Tutorials, Sewing Projects

Quilting Thread

Longarm Quilting

Quilting Tutorials

Machine Quilting

Quilting Projects

Quilting Designs

Sewing Tutorials

Sewing Projects

Learn about thread sizes, ply, and even how a spool is wound. Machine quilting thread sizes range from 100 to 8 and you will become familiar with the sizing system and the variety of typical uses, which includes fabric type and the style of thread you will be using. You will see an explanation of thread ply and why this information can be useful for the wide range of projects you may create in the future.

National Quilters Circle

National Quilters Circle

Our ironing and pressing surfaces are some of the most used areas in our studios. Over time they can become stained and dirty. Join ZJ Humbach for a great tutorial on making an ironing board cover. It doesn’t take long to make and you can even personalize the cover by selecting a cheerful print or fabric that reflects your creative style. Quilt Design, Quilting Ideas, Easy Sewing Projects, Sewing Hacks, Sewing Tips

Easy Sewing Projects

Our ironing and pressing surfaces are some of the most used areas in our studios. Over time they can become stained and dirty. Join ZJ Humbach for a great tutorial on making an ironing board cover. It doesn’t take long to make and you can even personalize the cover by selecting a cheerful print or fabric that reflects your creative style.

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National Quilters Circle

The pioneer women who quilted over a hundred years ago did amazing work with the simplest of tools: scissors, needles, and pins. Up until the middle of the 20th century quilters were making pattern templates using cardboard boxes, re-drawing the shapes as the old edges wore out. Quilting Classes, Sewing Pillow Cases

Quilting Classes

Sewing Pillow Cases

The pioneer women who quilted over a hundred years ago did amazing work with the simplest of tools: scissors, needles, and pins. Up until the middle of the 20th century quilters were making pattern templates using cardboard boxes, re-drawing the shapes as the old edges wore out.

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National Quilters Circle

A quilting seam roller can be a quick and easy alternative to an iron when assembling units, especially if your quilting setup doesn’t allow for an iron easily within reach. Kelly Ashton shows you how to use one and explains which one is her favorite and why. I Fall To Pieces, Quilt Tutorials, Needlework, Projects To Try, Hobbies

I Fall To Pieces

Quilt Tutorials

Projects To Try

A quilting seam roller can be a quick and easy alternative to an iron when assembling units, especially if your quilting setup doesn’t allow for an iron easily within reach. Kelly Ashton shows you how to use one and explains which one is her favorite and why.

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National Quilters Circle

Beginner Quilt Patterns

Quilting For Beginners

Quilting Patterns

Sewing Patterns

Rotary cutters are one of the most well-used tools when it comes to quilting. While most quilters have their favorite size, style, or even brand of rotary cutter, learn about some of the different types of rotary cutters and see some of the different blade sizes and types that can be used with each.

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National Quilters Circle

Patchwork Quilting, Mini Iron

Patchwork Quilting

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National Quilters Circle

Every time I get a new quilt student I see their eyes glaze over in shock when we talk about how expensive quilts can be to make. I’ve developed a new shock therapy that snaps them right out of that dazed look: I teach them some money saving skills that encourage and challenge them to make beautiful (but expensive-looking) quilts when quilting on a budget! Quilting 101, Beginner Quilting, Crafty Projects

Beginner Quilting

Crafty Projects

Every time I get a new quilt student I see their eyes glaze over in shock when we talk about how expensive quilts can be to make. I’ve developed a new shock therapy that snaps them right out of that dazed look: I teach them some money saving skills that encourage and challenge them to make beautiful (but expensive-looking) quilts when quilting on a budget!

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National Quilters Circle

Tri-Recs rulers are specialty rulers that can be used together or separately to turn elongated triangles into various blocks. Colleen Tauke shows you what they are and explains step-by-step how to use them to make several block variations. Quilting Rulers

Quilting Rulers

Tri-Recs rulers are specialty rulers that can be used together or separately to turn elongated triangles into various blocks. Colleen Tauke shows you what they are and explains step-by-step how to use them to make several block variations.

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National Quilters Circle

There are many tools that are recommended by different quilters these days, and while some of them seem obvious, like rotary cutters and rulers, some are not. ZJ Humbach shares one of her favorite tools- the pressing cloth, and explains what it is and how she uses it.

There are many tools that are recommended by different quilters these days, and while some of them seem obvious, like rotary cutters and rulers, some are not. ZJ Humbach shares one of her favorite tools- the pressing cloth, and explains what it is and how she uses it.

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National Quilters Circle

Having a sharp rotary cutter blade not only makes cutting through layers of fabric easier, it is also safer. ZJ Humbach shows you how to change a rotary cutter blade safely and easily. Basic Sewing, Sewing Equipment, Sewing Circles

Sewing Equipment

Having a sharp rotary cutter blade not only makes cutting through layers of fabric easier, it is also safer. ZJ Humbach shows you how to change a rotary cutter blade safely and easily.

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National Quilters Circle

A sewing stiletto tool can be the extra hand you need when trying to keep fabric layers feeding evenly through your machine- ZJ Humbach shows you how to use one. Sewing Tools, Sewing Notions, Sewing Projects For Beginners, Stitches

Sewing Projects For Beginners

A sewing stiletto tool can be the extra hand you need when trying to keep fabric layers feeding evenly through your machine- ZJ Humbach shows you how to use one.

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National Quilters Circle

Making a beautiful, hand quilted table topper is easy when you have all of the right tools from Clover. Ashley Hough begins by showing the basic components that make up the table topper, which are rectangles, flying geese units, and square in a square blocks. She shows how to begin by marking the pieces using the water erasable marking pen by Clover. Hand Quilting, Applique Patterns, Quilt Patterns, Celtic Quilt

Applique Patterns

Making a beautiful, hand quilted table topper is easy when you have all of the right tools from Clover. Ashley Hough begins by showing the basic components that make up the table topper, which are rectangles, flying geese units, and square in a square blocks. She shows how to begin by marking the pieces using the water erasable marking pen by Clover.

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National Quilters Circle

How to Fussy Cut

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National Quilters Circle

When it comes to cutting fabric for quilting, one of the most important things to have is consistently straight lines. Heather Thomas show you how to achieve this whether you measure your fabric using ruler gridlines or cutting mat gridlines. Sewing Crafts

When it comes to cutting fabric for quilting, one of the most important things to have is consistently straight lines. Heather Thomas show you how to achieve this whether you measure your fabric using ruler gridlines or cutting mat gridlines.

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National Quilters Circle

I am often asked about tips for beginning quilters. “How do I even get started?” is a more common question than you might think! Not only are there lots of new techniques and terminology to learn, but the laundry list of supplies needed for quilting is a bit long and sometimes confusing for those new to the craft. Easy Arts And Crafts, Laundry, Essentials, Cards Against Humanity

Easy Arts And Crafts

Cards Against Humanity

I am often asked about tips for beginning quilters. “How do I even get started?” is a more common question than you might think! Not only are there lots of new techniques and terminology to learn, but the laundry list of supplies needed for quilting is a bit long and sometimes confusing for those new to the craft.

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National Quilters Circle

When I began sewing, I had little to no idea what it took to maintain my sewing machine. I thought that a needle stayed in your machine until it broke, then you replaced it with whatever you had on hand. Within two months of purchasing my Bernina 440 QE, I ran to my local dealer in a panic. I had accidentally moved the needle plate and disrupted the felt-like rug that surrounded my feed dogs. Before we dive in to the “how” part of how to clean and maintain your sewing machine, let’s talk... Sewing Lessons, Sewing Machine Repair, Sewing Machines

Sewing Machine Repair

Sewing Machines

When I began sewing, I had little to no idea what it took to maintain my sewing machine. I thought that a needle stayed in your machine until it broke, then you replaced it with whatever you had on hand. Within two months of purchasing my Bernina 440 QE, I ran to my local dealer in a panic. I had accidentally moved the needle plate and disrupted the felt-like rug that surrounded my feed dogs. Before we dive in to the “how” part of how to clean and maintain your sewing machine, let’s talk...

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National Quilters Circle

Some people like to change their rotary cutter blade after every couple of projects while others change theirs after a certain amount of hours of use. While there is no one right or wrong method, you definitely want to change the blade as soon as it starts skipping threads. This is when you run the blade down a strip of fabric and it cuts all the way through except for a few areas where there is a thread or two of fabric still intact. Rotary Cutter

Some people like to change their rotary cutter blade after every couple of projects while others change theirs after a certain amount of hours of use. While there is no one right or wrong method, you definitely want to change the blade as soon as it starts skipping threads. This is when you run the blade down a strip of fabric and it cuts all the way through except for a few areas where there is a thread or two of fabric still intact.

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National Quilters Circle

Part of achieving precision and beauty in quilt-making is using the right tool for the right job. A rotary cutter is composed of a wheeled blade and a handle, just like a pizza cutter. Because your hand doesn’t nudge the cloth or otherwise get in the way, it’s easier to cut in a straight line along a ruler than it is to use scissors. This helps to make the edges of your squares sharp and clean, speeding up the process of quilt-making considerably. Quilt Making, Ruler, Wire Wrapping, Squares

Part of achieving precision and beauty in quilt-making is using the right tool for the right job. A rotary cutter is composed of a wheeled blade and a handle, just like a pizza cutter. Because your hand doesn’t nudge the cloth or otherwise get in the way, it’s easier to cut in a straight line along a ruler than it is to use scissors. This helps to make the edges of your squares sharp and clean, speeding up the process of quilt-making considerably.

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National Quilters Circle

Lori Baker discusses the proper safety techniques that you should implement when using a rotary cutter for your quilting projects. She suggests getting a tool that has a safety lock, keeping your fingers far from the edge when using a ruler and rotary cutter, and putting it away from reach when you aren’t using it. Rag Quilt

Lori Baker discusses the proper safety techniques that you should implement when using a rotary cutter for your quilting projects. She suggests getting a tool that has a safety lock, keeping your fingers far from the edge when using a ruler and rotary cutter, and putting it away from reach when you aren’t using it.

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National Quilters Circle

Are you tired of dusty thread? Does your fabric paint dry out too quickly? Are you drowning in a sea of unorganized bits and pieces of quilting supplies in your sewing room? Kelly Pederson Hanson has a quick tip for handy quilt supply storage utilizing clean baby food containers. Best of all, this storage system is stackable and see-through for easy viewing! Baby Food Containers, Paint Drying, Baby Food Recipes, Food Storage, Tired, Cleaning, Quilt

Baby Food Containers

Baby Food Recipes

Are you tired of dusty thread? Does your fabric paint dry out too quickly? Are you drowning in a sea of unorganized bits and pieces of quilting supplies in your sewing room? Kelly Pederson Hanson has a quick tip for handy quilt supply storage utilizing clean baby food containers. Best of all, this storage system is stackable and see-through for easy viewing!

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National Quilters Circle

An applique pressing sheet is a favorite tool of many sewers and quilters. ZJ Humbach shares why an applique pressing sheet is always in her sewing and quilting studio, and explains that there are several ways to use it and shows one of her favorites.

An applique pressing sheet is a favorite tool of many sewers and quilters. ZJ Humbach shares why an applique pressing sheet is always in her sewing and quilting studio, and explains that there are several ways to use it and shows one of her favorites.

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National Quilters Circle

ZJ Humbach delivers essential tips on selecting appropriate scissors for creating beautiful quilts. Learn the benefits of using different kinds of scissors and the proper techniques to prevent potential cutting or trimming mistakes. Discover what scissors are the best investment for you to detail and finish your own quilts. Quilting Board

ZJ Humbach delivers essential tips on selecting appropriate scissors for creating beautiful quilts. Learn the benefits of using different kinds of scissors and the proper techniques to prevent potential cutting or trimming mistakes. Discover what scissors are the best investment for you to detail and finish your own quilts.

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National Quilters Circle

Do you still have the first seam ripper you had in high school? In this video, Kelly Pederson Hanson talks about this invaluable little tool we all have in our sewing box, particularly that little red ball on your ripper. She also shows you some alternative seam rippers and methods that you will wish you had learned long ago. Quilt Block Patterns, Pattern Blocks, Quilt Blocks, Sewing Box, Little Red, High School

Quilt Block Patterns

Do you still have the first seam ripper you had in high school? In this video, Kelly Pederson Hanson talks about this invaluable little tool we all have in our sewing box, particularly that little red ball on your ripper. She also shows you some alternative seam rippers and methods that you will wish you had learned long ago.

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National Quilters Circle

I love my self-healing cutting mat. It is probably one of my best friends in the sewing room. But, did you know that your mat needs some regular care in order to keep it in tip-top shape? Otherwise, it will begin to look like my old mat here. Eek!

I love my self-healing cutting mat. It is probably one of my best friends in the sewing room. But, did you know that your mat needs some regular care in order to keep it in tip-top shape? Otherwise, it will begin to look like my old mat here. Eek!

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National Quilters Circle