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Tuesday, March 31, 2009

Unique Quilting Styles - Make It Your Own

quiltingThe last thing anyone wants to do is make the same thing that everyone else is doing. Whether it is creating a quilt, painting or any other art project you will want to put your own sense of style into it. Make it your very own with your personality written all over it. Find your unique quilting style by making it your own. And there is a quilting book that will give you some great ideas to do just that. Get Quitling Your Style - Make It Unique Embellishing Techniques that you can order at amazon.com. It is a great place to find ideas if you run out of any and to refresh the ones you do have.






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Monday, March 30, 2009

Quilting Patterns That Can Be Finished In One Day?

quilting patternsA beautifully handmade quilt takes time. Great works of art do not get accomplished overnight. Or do they? According to the web site quiltinaday.com you can download quilting patterns in whimsical, exquisite and fun designs that will only take you a day to create. Sound impossible? Check it out yourself and then download the Indian pattern, Rosies Nine Patch Star, Crackerbox, Cyclone, Dreamcatcher, Fish Block, Pins & Stars, Scrap 9 Patch, Strip Stocking, Eleanor's Birthday Star, Garden Gate, Rainbow Wreath, Winged Arrow, Homestead and my personal favorite Kite Quilt. These are all magnificent quilts with basic, easy patterns to follow and make.

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Tuesday, March 24, 2009

Quilting Techniques Using Silk Flowers

quilting techniquesIf you are like many people you probably have a vase full of old silk flowers laying around. Don't throw them out! Take them apart and incorporate these silk flowers in your quilting techniques.

One quilter at the quiltinggallery.com does it all the time with outstanding results. Get out your pliers and remove all the hard plastic pieces from the flowers. Then arrange them on your quilting pattern how you like. They may not lay flat so press them lightly with using two pieces of muslin and flat iron them down. You can create the most spectacular flower arrangements into your quilts. Go to the web site stated above to find out all the rest.

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Monday, March 23, 2009

Blog Shows Keepsake Quilting Creations

keepsake quiltingTop quilters have submitted their finest keepsake quilts at the blog site quiltersshowandtell.com. Beautiful creations are displayed by numerous top rate quilters to show and share with everyone. Gorgeous quilts can be viewed here of all types and styles. Some show the results of using washout marker, freehand backfilling, fine thread use, colored pencils, novelty designs, stippling and other unusual fillers. They were made with love for nieces, nephews, grandchildren and children. Every quilter should take a look for inspiration of their own.

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Tuesday, March 17, 2009

Adorable Kids Quilting Patterns

quilting patternsYou can make quilt blankets, wall hangings and keepsake items for the children in your life whether you are a mom, grandma, aunt, teacher or special friend. Kids quilting patterns are for free at freequiltpatterns.info where all parts are available. Take your pick from the Baby Snakes quilting pattern, The Big Day Out with racing car, the adorable Circus of the Moon, Hobbyhorse Giddy-Up, the colorful Jungle 4 Patch quilt, Kites, Snake Paint, Spotzville Strippy and Tartan Teddies. These are all so wonderful you will have a hard time deciding which quilt you want to make.

I know, you can make them all!

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Monday, March 16, 2009

Rasmatazz Offers Longarm Quilting Designs

longarm quiltingAt rasmatazzdesigns.com they offer longarm quilting with award winning designs to finish off your quilts. Machine quilting will add beauty and longevity to your quilting project. It will also speed up the process of getting your quilt to the finish point. It does not matter where you are since you can send your quilts in and discuss all the details over the phone. They do not hesitate to do business over long distance. Just have your quilt neatly pressed with the thread ends trimmed and cut any stray threads off the back and top. Read more about the details and the pricing at their online store. You will find their services to be well worth it!

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Tuesday, March 10, 2009

Order Quilting Magazines From Around The World

quilting magazinesThis is what is great about the Internet. You have access to worldwide stores and information. You are not limited to your area or even your country. You can even order magazines from around the world that you would never have known to exist.

Such is the world of quilting. Order your quilting magazines from all over the world and know what quilters in Australia, New Zealand, England or Ireland are making and creating. You will view the brilliant projects in close up color and read all the articles that might give you fresh ideas. Get inspiring thoughts on how to be more creative and more. Search online to find out which ones you might want.

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Monday, March 9, 2009

Jean Thread For Quilting And Other Strong Threads

jean thread for quiltingHave you ever made a quilt or even a jean quilt? One supply you will need to have is very strong, top quality thread. Online you can find jean quilt thread for quilting and many other threads such as metallic, monofilament, American & Efird perma core and many more in a muti-variety of colors. These threads are for any accomplished quilter who knows they need top of the line thread with strength to keep their quilts strong and together. Find the wide variety of choice threads online at accomplishquilting.com. With the right materials you can create the most beautiful pieces of art.

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Monday, March 2, 2009

Quilting Marine And His Wife Create Works Of Art

quiltingHe is a 6 foot 2 inch former Marine with a lantern jaw face and a linebacker's physique but George Siciliano creates works of art through quilting like no other. Actually he does have some help with his wife Virginia. But together they are showing off some true quilting masterpieces they have made. And it is no wonder considering that George and Virginia are considered some of the nation's most accomplished quilters out there. In fact, they are actually household names in the quilting community around the country. Not only does the couple know a thing or two about making quilts but they also share their knowledge with others by holding entertaining workshops in the Lancaster area.

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Sunday, March 1, 2009

Video For Beginners On Quilting Fat Quarters

The easiest way to learn how to quilt is to watch someone. This is why I posted this video for you. Called Fat Quarters - Brand New To Quilting Series - Quilting Tutorial it is basically a series of videos that are for those that are new to quilting. But what a great place to start. Once you begin quilting you will need every little bit of advice and help you can get from the professionals on quilting fabrics, cutting, machines, long arm machines, supplies like stencils and kits and quilting fat quarters. They will have other, more advanced series coming up in their video guides for you to follow so search them out and learn all you can.

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