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What’s in the article– You might be surprised how many inexpensive school supplies can make quilting easier. From organizing your sewing room to marking projects and keeping supplies within reach, these everyday items have earned a permanent place in many quilters’ workspaces.

Every year when the back-to-school supplies hit the shelves, I find myself wandering the aisles “just to look.” Somehow I always leave with a few things for my sewing room instead of a backpack full of school supplies.

The truth is, some of the best quilting tools aren’t found in the quilting aisle at all. School ...

If binding a quilt isn’t your favorite part of quilting, you’re not alone. After all the cutting, piecing, quilting, and trimming, there’s still one more job waiting—and it usually involves a hot iron, a long strip of fabric, and trying not to burn your fingertips.

I recently picked up the Binding Eaze by Quilted Heartz at a quilt show, and I couldn’t wait to give it a try. After using it on a binding project, I can honestly say it’s earned a spot in my sewing room.

If you’ve ever wished binding prep ...

Rulers for quilting can be tricky! There are so many out there.

Really. There are a lot!!!

I sometimes get all caught up on the quilt ruler hype and then end up with these piles of rulers that I hardly ever touch.

The best is when the ruler has never been used, or you can’t remember how to use it!

Seriously. It happens.

After looking over my pile of rulers, I’ve decided that there are 5 quilt rulers that everyone who is quilting should have. They are my go to rulers.

I use them every time I sew ...

If your fabric stacks are starting to look a little… messy, you’re not alone. Mine looked great right after folding—but the minute I started pulling pieces out, everything shifted, toppled, and the smaller cuts disappeared somewhere in the pile.

So I finally tried folding my fabric onto foam core boards—and it made a bigger difference than I expected.

In this post, I’ll walk you through why this method works so well, what sizes of fabric it’s best for, and how it can make finding (and keeping) your fabric a whole lot easier. I’ve also ...

Ever notice how much time you actually spend at your ironing board?

Pressing seams. Setting blocks. Fixing little waves before they turn into big problems. In quilting, your iron isn’t just an accessory — it’s practically a second sewing machine.

But not all irons are created equal. If yours leaks, spits, shuts off at the wrong moment, or just doesn’t get hot enough to give you crisp seams, it can slow everything down. And when you’re trying to enjoy your sewing time, the last thing you want is to wrestle with your tools.

In this guide, I ...

Take a swig of whatever fuels your day! Enjoy your favorite warm or cold beverage in one of these quilty and oh-sew eye-catching Insulated Travel Mugs, exclusively available from Fat Quarter Shop and made by Swig. Keep your drinks at the perfect temperature for hours, and never worry about condensation at your sewing table again! Then, when you head out on your adventures, these handled Travel Mugs will fit easily in most standard cup holders.

Pink Limited Edition Fat Quarter Shop 40oz Quilty Mug
Fat Quarter Shop Exclusive by Swig Life

This limited-edition mug will fit in seamlessly with your ...

With hundreds of floss colors in stock every day, Fat Quarter Shop is the place to go for DMC Floss! We always have a cross stitch project (or two, or three) on our needles, and DMC Floss finds its way into our project bags all the time. Whether you’re a cross-stitcher like us, an embroidery stitcher, or any other strand of thread-head, you can find the DMC Floss you need at the right price every time when you shop with us!

Check Out the Cross Stitch Thread Packs and ...

Kimberly’s Color is a fun way to bring new color and life into your sewing room each year! For the very first year, you know we had to do something in aqua, and this bright shade of Marina was specially selected by Kimberly Jolly! This limited edition set features some of her favorite notions, including Alphabitties, a Mad for Plaid Project Bag, a Mini Cutting Mat, and a Stash ‘n Store. Keep reading to learn all about these colorful goodies!

Kimberly’s Color Master Set

Pick up all of Kimberly’s favorite notions in the exclusive 2025 color, Marina ...

To celebrate 50 Years of Moda, Moda Fabrics has released a very special rainbow collection that includes 11 four-in-one width-of-fabric prints featuring designs from 44 Moda designers. In the spirit of celebrating the past, we’ve put together five fun colorway and quilt pattern duos that are sure to spark a bit of nostalgia. We can’t wait to see what you make!

Summer Skies

These beautiful blues and gorgeous greens capture the memory of summer days spent playing yard games with friends and family under big blue skies. Plus, a Half Yard Bundle of Celebrating 50 Years of Moda ...

Did you know that January is National Organization Month? The new year is prime time to embrace a fresh start by organizing your craft stash. Today we’re sharing our favorite organization tools with you!

Let’s jump right in and take control of your craft corner! As quilters and stitchers, we know an organized sewing space can be a source of inspiration. Below we’ve gathered our favorite organizational tools into three categories, general, cross stitch, and quilting to make it easy for you to find what’s best for your space!

General Sewing Organization

The Oh…Sew! Organized ...

Every quilter knows that pressing and ironing is a big part of the quilt-making process! Pressing fabric and quilt blocks makes for a more accurate and polished result. Today on the blog we’re sharing some tips for pressing quilt seams and a BIG giveaway of ironMATIK ironing boards and mats!

Ironing vs. Pressing

How are ironing and pressing different? The main difference is in how you move the iron across the fabric. Ironing is the familiar motion of sliding your iron over the fabric to remove wrinkles and creasing. Whereas, pressing is appropriately named because it’s done by ...

Lori Holt of Bee in My Bonnet created the cutest and most convenient way to store needles! Drop those bandages, your finger-pricking days are gone. Now, you’ll be taking your needles for quilting, sewing, and cross stitch on-the-go safely in your handmade, DIY Needle Book. Lori has an easy video tutorial for you, and we have all the supplies!

Watch the video tutorial

Lori’s YouTube Channel has all the info you need to stitch up this DIY Needle Book. You’ll ...

As quilters, we tend to accumulate quilts. Lots of them! You might store them in a basket or cabinet, on a quilt ladder, or pile them on a bed. The quilts we create are so nice to look at that it’s a shame to hide them away. The fix is The Quilt Keeper quilt rack for storing quilts, comforters and blankets. It’s a simple solution for storing and displaying quilts. Read on for a fun giveaway!

This beautiful design is easy to install, and the removable metal bars are easy to use. You can easily slip the bar ...

How many times have you been told “it’s what’s inside that counts”?  When it comes to quilts, you just can’t have a quilt without batting. Our EXCLUSIVE line of batting is called Happy Cloud, and that’s exactly what it feels like! Treat your quilt sandwiches right, without breaking the bank, with Happy Cloud batting.

Happy Cloud Batting Types

The first thing you might notice is that each Happy Cloud package has a different color. This cute color code denotes our different types of batting material. We have four types ...

Are you a beginner quilter looking for the best quilting rulers to start your journey? Look no further! This blog post explores quilting rulers that are suited for new quilters. With the right rulers for quilting, you can easily make precise cuts to complete your quilts confidently. Read on to find the best quilting rulers for beginners (and beyond)!

Why Do We Need Quilting Rulers?

Fabric and quilting rulers are versatile tools used to measure and cut fabric, mark lines, and make precise cuts at different angles. They are particularly helpful for complex patterns and squaring up quilt blocks to ...

Are you in search of a rotary cutter to use for your next quilting project? If so, you’ve come to the right place! This blog post is your guide to rotary cutters and will help you find the best rotary cutter for quilting and sewing. We’ll look at several types of rotary cutters available and their features. Whether you’re a beginner or an experienced quilter, this guide will help you find the best rotary cutter for your needs.

Olfa 45mm Rotary Cutters

If you’re looking for a quilting rotary cutter that offers comfort, precision, and safety ...

 And so another crazy day has passed. I accomplished a lot and finished late in the day again! I don't know why that is. I start early enough in the day but never seem to get the "real" work done until late. I must start looking at how I do things. I eeked out 12 KM and then, at the end of the day, realized that I had forgotten to drop stuff at Diane's house. Sigh..................

Oh -- I got a response from Watergirl Quilt Co about the hera marker. There is quite the business behind those hera markers ...

Yesterday our local quilt guild had a bus trip to the wonderful Road to California show — over and back all in one day. We all had a great time, with lots of laughter and chatter all the way. We had done a similar thing ten years ago, when I bought a rotating cutting mat; […]

Thread conditioner, also called thread wax and thread gloss, is a product designed to make thread or cross stitch floss easier to use. They do this by strengthening the thread and making it glide through fabrics more easily. The result is smoother sewing with less tangling, twisting, and splitting.

Thread conditioners are most commonly used in cross stitching and hand sewing, where they help to tame cotton threads by smoothing and coating the fibers. Read on to learn about natural beeswax thread conditioner!

Made from 100% beeswax, Mind Your Own Beeswax Thread Conditioner cuts down on tangling, fraying, and thread ...