Our foremothers knew how to make a quilt using only what they had, from scraps of fabric to natural dyes. But, quilt making the frugal and eco-friendly way was easier for them: they didn’t have much of a choice. Pioneer women didn’t have fabric stores, and even our own mothers didn’t have the internet offering fabrics, thread, and surface design supplies available at the click of a button. In this piece, Lisa Kerpoe shows how to make a quilt from dyed fabrics using a rice cereal resist. Lisa wrote a series of articles on kitchen resists for Quilting Arts in 2011 That’s ..read more

Since it was originally filmed in 2015 with Dawn Cavanaugh, the APQS Longarm Quilting Certification interactive workshop has been a perennial best-seller, which we offer twice per year. New and improved for 2024, the AQPS Longarm Quilting Certification for Quilting Daily workshop is taught by Eva Ellison, professional longarm quilter and business owner who received her own certification in 2017. On some levels, the fact that the workshop is so popular is surprising, because it is by no means an easy course. The workshop lasts 14+ weeks, and it involves quite a bit of piecing, as well as free-m ..read more

Since it was originally filmed in 2015 with Dawn Cavanaugh, the APQS Longarm Quilting Certification interactive workshop has been a perennial best-seller, which we offer twice per year. New and improved for 2024, the AQPS Longarm Quilting Certification for Quilting Daily workshop is taught by Eva Ellison, professional longarm quilter and business owner who received her own certification in 2017. On some levels, the fact that the workshop is so popular is surprising, because it is by no means an easy course. The workshop lasts 14+ weeks, and it involves quite a bit of piecing, as well as free-m ..read more

You’re done with the hard work of making a quilt top. It’s understandable if you just get a wide backing for the opposite side and finish it up quickly. But if you take a little extra time to piece the back—just a section or the entire thing—it can turn your quilt from a pretty cover into a dynamic, two-sided work of art with a life and personality of its own. Blueberry Banana Shake, 85˝ x 99˝, 2015, by Lori Baker, front (left) and back (right) Unless I’m in a huge rush to meet a deadline, I always do something for the backing of my quilts. This makes them double-sided and to give the back a l ..read more

Deck the Halls Are you thinking about your Christmas quilting projects yet? It’s time to start getting those décor and gift ideas planned out! This holiday season, we’re going to Deck the Halls—our primary theme for the McCall’s Quilting Winter issue is all about the ultimate seasonal decorating ideas, along with holiday and winter-themed quilts to snuggle under in your favorite chair! Let’s warm up our living spaces with colorful, comforting, and celebratory décor pieces that exude the energy of the season! Please send in your quilted project ideas for festive and seasonal table runners, plac ..read more

It’s that time of year again . . . time to replenish (or start!) making handmade gifts for friends and family. This year I thought ahead. I already knit a few baby hats and tucked away several gift card wallets in my gift stash. Those are great for my sisters in law and their children, but wanted to make something practical for my quilting friends that didn’t involve too much hand work or an extensive time commitment. The gift that immediately came to mind was a pincushion made by Quilting Arts TV host and art quilter extraordinaire, Susan Brubaker Knapp. Susan holds some of her succulent ..read more

When we saw designer Jocelyn Karran’s impressive traditional bed quilt design, we immediately knew that our readers would love it! We asked Jocelyn to share her behind-the-scenes experience, and she agreed to detail her process. Complete instructions for Jocelyn’s Carolina Blooms bed quilt design are available as included in the Love of Quilting March/April and May/June 2024 double issue, or available as an instant digital pattern download. Read on for Jocelyn’s insights! My Quilt Design Is Accepted Carolina Blooms, designed by Jocelyn Karran, patterned in Love of Quilting March/April and May ..read more

When we saw designer Jocelyn Karran’s impressive traditional bed quilt design, we immediately knew that our readers would love it! We asked Jocelyn to share her behind-the-scenes experience, and she agreed to detail her process. Complete instructions for Jocelyn’s Carolina Blooms bed quilt design are available as included in the Love of Quilting March/April and May/June 2024 double issue, or available as an instant digital pattern download. Read on for Jocelyn’s insights! My Quilt Design Is Accepted Carolina Blooms, designed by Jocelyn Karran, patterned in Love of Quilting March/April and May ..read more

Mitered corners! So slick, so sleek, so stylish! Mitered corners on quilt borders can look so sharp, but you can also use them for smaller projects to frame a favorite printed panel or a block with a fussy-cut patch. Ideal for stripes, plaids, or border prints, they provide a very pretty, professional frame for almost any design. They do take a bit of work and care to get them just right, though. Let me walk you through the techniques I use to miter corners on my projects. Old fabrics from my personal collection. I’ll be working with a cute fussy cut that I had left over from another project ..read more

The recent Sewing Machine Expo in Las Vegas showcased an impressive array of cutting-edge innovations that left attendees buzzing with excitement. Among the highlights were several groundbreaking products set to transform the world of sewing. At the event, attendees marveled over one revolutionary machine designed specifically for quilting enthusiasts, boasting unparalleled precision stitching, advanced quilting functions, and another very special feature. Check this out! Are you tired of having to choose between pursuing your passion for quilting and enjoying your favorite cup of coffee? Now ..read more