We are now ready to combine the three layers of our quilt sandwich and ‘quilt’ our project. There are a variety of methods for quilting. I’m going to focus on machine quilting, but we’ll discuss others as well. Basting: Basting is a very important step in the quilting process. It seems tedious, but doing it … Continued

This video in our learn to quilt series shows how to layer and pin baste the quilt. This prepares the quilt for machine quilting the layers together.

If you want to start quilting, then you don't want to miss What are the Layers of a Quilt? This page is is a beginner's quilting guide from Rose at Threadbare Creations. Quilting terminology can either be blatantly obvious or slightly confusing. So, what is a quilt sandwich? It might sound appetizing, but it actually refers to the three layers of a quilt – the quilt top (the decorative layer), the batting or wadding (the insulation layer), and the backing fabric (the finishing layer). These…

Quilt basting is essential to prepare your project for quilting. Learn how to make a quilt sandwich and discover 4 ways how to baste a quilt.

Discover how a quilt is put together, what materials are used, different techniques that can be used to layer a quilt and trouble-shooting common problems.

Learn how to make this easy, simple Building Blocks Quilt for beginners! Jenny Doan demonstrates how to make a quick and easy Building Blocks quilt using 10 inch squares of precut fabric (layer cakes). For this project she chose Sensibility 10" Squares by Maywood Studio. This is a great quilt for beginners, and it can be made scrappy, modern, or any other style you like! Follow Missouri Star Quilt Co for more Quilt block patterns for beginners.

This list of 30 free layer cake quilt patterns for beginners will inspire you and help you find your next work in progress.

Layer Cake Shake Quilt is the perfect project for beginners. It's quick and easy, and the pattern looks so pretty!

Download this free layer cake quilt pattern and sew up those layer cakes you have collecting dust in your fabric stash. With one layer cake and two yards of background fabric you can make this quilt in an afternoon. Sew along with me using the video tutorial!

Before you can quilt you need to baste all of your quilt layers together. Continue reading to see how easy it is to get this job done!