Monthly Archives: April 2003

Run Your Needle Through Your Hair

Christy Bardle of southern Illinois shares a tip she learned from a long-time quilter.

Elna Xquisit, Part One

In this first of two parts, I look at a number of exciting features of the Xquisit that you can’t find on other sewing machines.

Get Out Even Ironed-In Marking Pen Ink

Barbara Walker of Richardson, Texas has found a way to remove marking pen marks, even ironed-in ones, from quilts.

A Special Quilt Shop’s Rich Pattern Collection

Reviewer Sophie Littlefield enjoys the showcase quilts by many famous quilters, as well as the insights into the quilters’ lives and their love of quilting.

Omnigrid Rotary Cutter Grows On You

It takes some getting used to, but I found I really like using Omnigrid’s new rotary cutter.

Thread Storage Case From The Toy Store

Gloria D. Rodriguez of League City, Texas has many tips she would like to share with our Quilter’s Review readers. This week she shares her solution to storing thread.

Olfa’s Frosted Rulers Are The Rulers I Reach For

After years of making mats and cutters, Olfa has finally introduced a line of quilting rulers. Based on my testing, it was worth the wait!

Sturdy Templates From Computer Printouts

A reader uses freezer paper and computer printouts to make applique templates that are as sturdy as cardboard.

Baltimore Album Applique With Pizzazz

We’re all in awe of Baltimore Album quilts. But wait until you see Faye Labanaris’ new vision of the venerable technique. Reviewer Sophie Littlefield loves the approach.

Fusible Bias Tape Maker Takes Practice

It had me scratching my head for awhile, but Clover’s Tape Maker lets me make fusible bias tape from my own fabric.