Glue basting fabric can make your sewing projects faster, neater, and more fun. Learn the best glues to use, why heat-set glues are ideal, and tips for perfect results!
Chain Piecing Made Easy: Save Time and Sew Smarter
Once you get the hang of chain piecing, there’s no going back. It’s one of those simple quilting techniques that saves time, thread, and brainpower—and once you’ve got a rhythm going, it’s pretty darn satisfying, too. If you’re new to the idea, chain piecing is exactly what it sounds like: sewing a series of fabric […]
Leaders & Enders: The Unsung Heroes of Chain Piecing
If you’re chain piecing without using leaders and enders, let me gently (but firmly) say… you’re missing a trick. These little scraps might not look like much, but they pull more than their weight at the sewing machine. Let’s talk about what leaders and enders are, why they matter, and how they can quietly transform […]
Thoughts Over Coffee
Should you iron or press? Does it really make a difference? {Pssst…it really does!}