Get it Straight
by lsmith | May 25, 2021 | Quilting Tips
Many of us think our obstacle to piecing in the perfect 1/4-inch seam. You have worked so hard to be consistent and know your machine, but pieces are still not quite right… What gives? Maybe it is your cutting. Cutting straight lines is about as easy as walking...
Template Troubles
by lsmith | May 19, 2021 | Foundation Quilting, Quilting Tips, Tips and Tricks
🖨️ Template Trouble? How to Print, Resize, and Adjust Quilt Patterns Without Losing Your Mind Updated May 2025 to better guide you through choosing your ideal appliqué method—part of the new Appliqué Unplugged series! Have you ever used paper foundations or printed...
Forget Me Not Quilt
by lsmith | May 17, 2021 | Quilting Tips
As many of my followers know, we are hosting a Quilt Along starting July 6th to raise awareness about Alzheimer’s. In preparation for the QAL, we have done a lot of work to get there! A year and a half ago, I designed the Forget Me Not quilt to raise awareness...
Rotary Cutters
by lsmith | May 13, 2021 | Quilting Tips
Have you ever noticed that there are so many different types of rotary cutters? Why do we need so many different kinds? Is it just marketing? Well, it isn’t just marketing, some really do different things and have unique features. For example, some have more...
Star Dahlia
by lsmith | May 12, 2021 | Quilting Tips
Star Dahlia Dashing Dahlias It is time for the EQ8 Block Spotlight again! This month, it is the Star Dahlia, which is similar to the Jungle flower we tackled last year. This block can be made as a pieced block, but is probably easier to make as a combination of...