If this is your first time here, I’m Christen and I love sharing tips, tricks, and tutorials for the modern quilter. Here you’ll find everything I’ve learned from my own quilting mistakes and disasters, so you don’t have to make those mistakes yourself.  Here are my top 5 tips for brand-new quilters.  Tip #1: Doing is your best teacher Don’t fall into the trap of thinking that if you watch YouTube videos and do a lot of research, you’ll learn all you need to know and skip the beginner stage. It’s not going to happen. You have to do the work and make mistakes in order to get better a ..read more

It looks like there’s a new fabric spot to add to our sewing projects – Dollar Tree! I’ve been hearing some rumors and other quilters have told me that Dollar Tree now carries fabric. At first, I thought some of you were making it up, since the craft section at Dollar Tree is usually quite small… but it turns out they’ve grown their selection and now have all kinds of materials for our creative ideas. Let’s get ready — time to stock up on some fun fabrics from Dollar Tree. Who said you can’t find quality material while shopping on a budget? My Dollar Tree fabric purchases So, off I went to Do ..read more

When I first started quilting, I remember feeling overwhelmed by all the different tools and gadgets available. It was hard to know which ones I actually needed, and which ones would stand the test of time. Now, as an experienced quilter, I want to share my top 10 quilting tools I use all the time, and wish I had known about when I first started quilting. Scroll down to see this post in video format! :: SEWING TOOLS THAT I USE & LOVE :: https://www.amazon.com/shop/iseestarsquilting  1. Magic Clips The first item I cannot live without as a quilter are these magic clips. They are absol ..read more

I’m often asked, “Are Walmart fabrics worth it for quilters,” and I know I’m going to get flack however I respond. So, I’d like to begin this article by saying I want this to be a friendly conversation with you. Readers ask — what types of fabric should I buy? Is it okay to spend less than $15 a yard on fabric? Is it okay to buy the cheap stuff? What if I find something on sale? — so, I want to know what you think, and if your opinion is different from mine. If this is your first time here, my name is Christen. I love modern quilting and sharing my tips, tricks, and tutorials. If you’d rather ..read more

If you’re getting ready to embark on a sewing retreat across the country or just a quick trip for a sewing class down the street, you’ll want to brush up on these quick tips on how to travel with your sewing machine successfully! It’s a little overwhelming when you first start to navigate the big move… but I promise, you’ll be an expert in no time! Before you leave home: Put your presser foot down on a piece of fabric.  To protect your presser foot and ensure machine stability during shipping or just general bumps of the travel process, keep it in the down position on a piece of fabric ..read more

When you first start out quilting, there is so much to learn, and the only way to get good at a new craft is to practice. Slowly going from project to project is guaranteed to increase your skills, but that’s not the part we like, right? Right from the beginning, you want to create a professional-looking quilting project and feel good about gifting it to somebody else (or keeping it for yourself). Here are a few tips I picked up while I was learning to help you avoid mistakes, improve your skills, and increase your confidence. Here’s how to go from beginner to expert quilter in 5 simple steps ..read more

Crafters, Quilters, and Sewers – this is your time to shine! Amazon Prime Day is coming up soon and there are some amazing deals on offer for you. This year, Amazon is going to put together another special section of deals on their website. You can find everything from sewing machines to fabric to patterns, scissors, irons special notions and more! Take advantage of these deals while they’re available – the sale only lasts for 36 hours! WHAT IF YOU DON’T HAVE A PRIME MEMBERSHIP? If you’re not an Amazon Prime member, don’t worry! You can sign up for a free 30-day trial and take advantage of th ..read more

Hello, quilters! Today’s topic of discussion is a fantastic one that gets results fast! Let’s talk about ways you can begin improving your quilt fast! These are my tried-and-true methods for doing things that have helped thousands of people become better quilters faster throughout the years. Rather watch this information in video content? Tip number one is this – Accuracy matters! I know, I’m coming right out the gate with a tip that not many of you are going to want to hear. This seems like a no-brainer, but you’d be surprised at how many quilters do not focus on accuracy. They think that as ..read more

If you’re looking for a way to create personalized swag for your creative business, look no further! No matter where you are in your business, it is a good time to start researching swag gear for your creative business! Swag is a great way to show your customers that you appreciate their support. It also helps to promote your brand and create a connection with your customers. In this blog post, we will discuss the different types of swag that you can create, as well as the importance of having professionally created swag gear. What exactly is swag? Swag is a term that is often used in the busi ..read more

Quilting is one of my favorite creative hobbies and my favorite way to express love to my family and friends. When you’re first starting out, it can feel overwhelming. In this blog post, I will teach you everything you need to know about sewing your first project. From start to finish, I’ve got you covered! Follow these tips and tricks to make your first quilt! Tips for New Quilters: The first thing you’re going to want to do when you decide to make your first quilt (or even second or third – Quilting take practice!) is to choose a pattern that is simple. I have several free pattern downloads ..read more