6 Surprising Health Benefits of Quilting

People fall in love with quilting for many different reasons. Some quilters are driven by inspiration and creativity. Others might craft to relax after a long day at work. Or maybe you just love wearing cozy handmade hats and scarves in winter. These are all great enough reasons to pick up a sewing needle, but… Read more »

Christmas Quilting Gifts That Aren’t Quilts

The holiday season always seems to sneak up on you. One day you’ve got months before you even have to think about the holidays, then the next chestnuts are roasting, sleigh bells are ringing, and it’s time to start gift shopping for everyone on your list! With supply chains backed up due to COVID-19, a… Read more »

How Quilters Are Sharing Science Through Their Craft

One of the most incredible things about art is its ability to be a vehicle for any message. People are used to seeing deeper meaning in art mediums such as painting and drawing, but they don’t usually readily associate quilts with symbolism. Quilters, however, know better. Quilters and their fellow crafters know that there is… Read more »

Last-Minute DIY Christmas Gift Ideas for Quilters

What a crazy year it’s been! Can you believe that Christmas is just around the corner? If you’re like most people around the world, the days have blended together over the last nine months. When you couple that with the continual stress of the COVID-19 pandemic, who could blame you if you haven’t managed to… Read more »

How to Choose the Right Quilting Fabric

Whether you are an experienced quilter or a total beginner, one of the most important parts of starting a project is choosing the right materials. It is easy to go to the craft store and fall in love with every fabric you touch but if it isn’t the right material for your project it may… Read more »