Archive for July, 2008
Long Arm Quilting – A Step Into the Future
July 31, 2008 by admin
Of all the advances in the craft of quilting that has come along in the past few years, the hand-guided Longarm Quilting Machines has probably been the most revolutionary. First created in the 1980s, this machine combines automation and technology with art and creativity. Because of the amazing software system within the machine [...]
Tags: Creating Beauty, Long Arm Quilting, Quilting, Quilting Creativity, quilting instruction
Keepsake Quilting – Tips and Ideas
July 31, 2008 by admin
In the true essence of quilting, every quilt can be considered a keepsake quilt. If someone you know, or even if that quilter was you, put time and love into the quilt, it becomes a keepsake. However, if keepsake means more to you, such as a quilt that is made up of scraps [...]
Tags: clothin, fabric, Keepsake Quilting, Old Pieces, Quilting
Maggie Walker Quilting – Quilting Diva
July 30, 2008 by admin
One of the most delightful aspects of quilting is to study under the tutelage a true quilting artist. Maggie Walker is an artist in every sense of the word, and she opened up new ideas and vistas in the craft of quilting. Walker’s designs more closely resemble a piece of fine art than [...]
Tags: delightfu, Maggie Walker Quilting, Quilting, Quilting Designs, tutelage, Unique Technique
Machine Quilting – New Options
July 30, 2008 by admin
For a time there was a seeming contention between those who believed handing stitching quilts was the only way, and those who were excited to use a more automated method. That has since gone by the wayside. Today, those who love the quiet serenity of sitting and stitching by hand can opt for [...]
Tags: Faster and Easier, machine quilting, Machine Stitching, Quilting, sewing