Big studios and sewing rooms are eye candy for many of us quilters, who can only dream of having so much room. Reality often dictates that we have a much smaller dedicated sewing space or we have to carve out a good time to use the dining room or kitchen table. Regardless of where you do your cutting and sewing, there are ways you can maximize the space you do have in order to create your lovely quilts.
I enjoy making baby quilts because you can come up with such interesting designs. This Dr. Seuss baby quilt was made with an alphabet panel that I cut up and made off center squares.
Learning how to use a longarm quilting machine is challenging. I’ve been machine quilting for several years and, although I am good at it, using my machine is hard on my neck and shoulders – even with the suspension set up I have. So, I decided to give longarming a try.
Do you know what hug quilts are? Maybe you know them by another name, comfort quilts? Hug quilts or comfort quilts are quilts made for people who are going through a tough time. They may be undergoing chemotherapy, recovering from a serious accident, or mourning the loss of a loved one. Whatever their problems, a hug quilt is meant for them to feel loved and treasured.
