Category Archives: Guest Writers

Fused Appliqué Techniques

by Terry White Appliqué is a sewing technique by which you apply one piece of fabric to another. Over the years there have been many different types of appliqué techniques developed by ingenious stitchers. For this project, I am going … Continue reading

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Jamie Fingal Interview

Interview with Mixed Media Artist Jamie Fingal By Jackie Marsal Jamie Fingal is a teacher, curator and last, but certainly not least, an artist. Her work is rich with vibrant colors, and her unique style is imaginative and inspiring. I spoke … Continue reading

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Sewing Tension

It’s all about the Tension! or, Don’t Touch That Dial! by Liz Kettle Understanding your sewing machine’s tension system is the single most important thing you need to know to become an incredible stitching queen (or king). However, tension is … Continue reading

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How to Piece Your Quilt ~ by Terry White

Lattice Strips and Sewing Sequence I have chosen to cut my lattice strips 2″ wide. When they are sewn in, the size will finish at1 1/2″ wide. I cut my first lattice strips the length of a block which is … Continue reading

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How to Layout and Set Your Quilt

Layout and Setting the Quilt By Terry White The layout of a quilt is when you decide where the blocks are going to go and how you will sew them together.Setting the quilt is when you set them in the … Continue reading

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