Making Freezer Paper Templates

Making Freezer Paper Templates

At my first quilt retreat years ago, I picked a small project which included log cabin blocks and applique. The log cabin would go together quickly and then I could ask some of my more experienced guild members for help with the applique part. I had never really done...
Quilt Math – Oh My

Quilt Math – Oh My

Some people really hate math, but love quilting. They like the artistic flair of quilting, but not the technical part. I must admit, I am a geek and trained engineer. So, I kind of like math. Scary – I know. Let me share a few math secrets to help make quilt...
Printing, Copying and Adjusting Quilt Patterns

Printing, Copying and Adjusting Quilt Patterns

If you use templates or foundation when you quilt, understanding proper copying and printing is extremely important. It can mean the difference between correctly sized blocks or frustration. The first step is to understand why printers and copiers don’t print to...
Do Your Homework

Do Your Homework

Do you read your recipes before your start making a new dish? If you do, do you read just the ingredient list just to make sure you have what you need? Or do you read it through to ensure you have the right tools or have enough time? If you don’t read them in...
Picking the Project

Picking the Project

Quilt shops, the internet, and our imaginations are full of beautiful projects. With all of these beautiful choices, how do you pick the right one?? The one that you can finish and doesn’t get added to the growing pile of UFOs? There are a few factors that will...