Monthly Archives: May 2002
Clothespins: The Neglected Organizer
| May 27, 2002 | Filled under Tips |
Joyce points out a few of the ways that the humble clothespin can make a quilter’s life easier.
A Bigger Little Iron
| May 27, 2002 | Filled under Product Reviews |
This small iron overcomes many of the drawbacks of the popular Clover Mini Iron.
Why is my 1/4″ seam allowance never quite right?
| May 20, 2002 | Filled under Ask the Experts |
Marilyn is very careful, but her blocks don’t finish at the exact size she’d planned. Patricia and Donna reveal the secret to success.
Keep Your Templates From Sliding
| May 20, 2002 | Filled under Tips |
A reader passes along John Flynn’s clever trick for making templates “grab.”
Country Projects With Great Instructions For Beginners
| May 20, 2002 | Filled under Book Reviews |
You don’t have to catch Shar Jorgenson on TV to enjoy her designs and her great quilting advice.
Parchment Paper Is Great For Fusibles
| May 20, 2002 | Filled under Product Reviews |
It looks like parchment paper, but Clover calls it Design And Applique Sheet. Whatever it is, it works!
Can I maintain good hand stitches across block intersections?
| May 13, 2002 | Filled under Ask the Experts |
Vickie wants perfect hand-quilting stitches, even where blocks meet. Ami Simms offers several options.
Keep Quilt Borders From Stretching
| May 13, 2002 | Filled under Tips |
After applying your borders you can “lock in” the proper size and shape of your quilt with this simple technique.
Great Effects From Large Paper-Pieced Blocks
| May 13, 2002 | Filled under Book Reviews |
If you haven’t tried paper piecing yet, this book is a good place to start.
Ambidexterous Rotary Cutter Offers Automatic Blade Guard
| May 13, 2002 | Filled under Product Reviews |
This latest in ergonomic rotary cutters is a real winner, whether you’re right- or left-handed.
Where can I learn about Native American patterns for quilts?
| May 6, 2002 | Filled under Ask the Experts |
Jane has had a request for a quilt that incorporates Native American elements. Penny McMorris gets her started.
Understanding Quilting Software
| May 6, 2002 | Filled under Tips |
Knowing where a software package fits in the world of quilting software will help you choose wisely.
Serge Your Charity Quilt Tops
| May 6, 2002 | Filled under Tips |
Katrina Branting shares her secret for fast, rugged quilt tops from simple fabric squares.
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