Modern quilt patterns, quilting tutorials and tips

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Last week you saw how I cut my scalloped borders, using the fun new tool that makes that process oh so easy. This week I thought it my be helpful to show you how to bind those scallops. You will need to cut your own bias binding for this to work well. I have a couple of tutorials for doing that here and here. Now, it’s time to actually apply the binding! Here are a few tips and tricks I thought would be helpful.Start your binding with a tail of at least 6-8” unsewn. I almost always start on…

Modern quilt patterns, quilting tutorials and tips

Hand Work Station Yes! Marissa's Moment of Caprice is finally at this station. That makes me super happy even though my Hawaiian mini is sooo close to being finished that it was a shame to have to set it aside once more. I love the back on this (seen here) as much as the front. Let me say: Scalloped binding is gorgeous and I know I'll do it again for sure, but WHAT A JOB! Luckily I picked up a few tips from around Blogworld, and let me pass those along. You absolutely must use a bias-cut…

Attic Window Quilt Along Week 3 - Southern Charm Quilts - A Life With Quilts Quilt Alongs by Melanie Traylor

-Blue Trucks Baby Quilt -Handmade Patchwork Quilt -Blue and Charcoal colors -100% cotton fabrics -Baby size 36 x 45 inches -Machine Quilted -Easy Care: Machine wash cold & dry on low This is a lightweight quilt that is handmade from three soft layers. The front layer is made from squares of 100% cotton fabrics in gingham blue, charcoal, and white. The quilt is backed with soft 100% cotton flannel fabric with cute blue trucks. The middle layer is a soft and flexible bamboo/cotton batting. It…