Back in the 1940s, it was common for moms to teach both their boys and girls how to sew. These days? Well, sewing is still popular, though it’s not always taught to the younger generation(s) as a skill they should have. Perhaps it’s because we’ve become an instant gratification “throw away” culture? If a button… Read more »
118 Fabrics & More, located in Sweet Valley, PA, is a popular store for quilters. If you’re new to quilting, what are some common mistakes you might make? Not Being Picky Enough About Fabrics For starters, some beginners will use whatever fabric pieces they have on-hand to make a quilt. While you “could” do that,… Read more »
Precut fabric is cut into a specific size instead of rolled on a bolt. Fabric manufacturers and/or fabric shops can cut and package this type of color coordinated fabric and offer it in groups or collections with sizes like “fat quarters.” The names for precut fabrics can include “Jelly Rolls,” “Bali Pops,” “Charm Packs” and… Read more »
Looking for a new hobby as an adult can be difficult. It may seem like there are too many choices and many of them are too difficult to learn. If you feel this way, it may be a good idea to get into quilting. There are millions of quilters across the country and all of… Read more »
If you like quilting, how do you choose your designs? There are plenty of options available, so it can be difficult to narrow down your choices. Eye Catchers One way to choose a quilt design is to surround yourself with a variety of fabrics and see which one catches your attention. Oftentimes, quilters choose their… Read more »