Imagine you're settling in to start a new quilt, your fabric carefully chosen, your needles ready—but then you face the thread aisle, overwhelmed by a dizzying array of thread weights and brands. Which one will truly bring your stitches—and your entire project—to life? Choosing the right thread weight can feel daunting, but it doesn't have to be.

Let's cut to the chase: A scant 1/4" seam allowance is slightly narrower than a standard 1/4" seam. It's used for two reasons: It's used in piecing and quilting to compensate for the fabric loss when seams are folded and stitched, ensuring accurate overall dimensions for your projects. This is especially important when sewing with heavier weight fabrics and threads. It's used where economical fabric cutting and sewing techniques are used that don't accommodate a whole 1/4" se

When I began quilting, I was surprised to find that most quilt patterns guide you in making a quilt top but don't explain how to complete the quilt. Details like basting, binding, and, of course, quilting the quilt are often left out. I understand that including this information in a quilt pattern would make it long. And I also understand that most quilters develop their own "right" ways to perform each task, so repeating these steps in every pattern (when quilters usually pr

There are many ways to attach binding to a quilt, let me show you my favourite!

Who doesn't love scoring a bargain? The thrill of getting a deal on something can be downright addictive. My husband is the King of finding a bargain, but I don't get him involved when it comes to my sewing and quilting - because bargain-hunting might leave me shortchanged. Sure, we all have a budget for our sewing and quilting, and being smart with your money is to be admired. But there's a difference between being thrifty and undercutting your passion. So, let's talk about

Understanding the terminology of Woven Fabrics will help you understand the way they perform, enabling you to utilise them better.

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Easy Piecing Grid's by Ten Sisters have finally made it to New Zealand! Create your very own patchwork quilt with these amazing pre-marked interfacing panels. Also know as Pixelated Quilts, they are a fun and simple way to make an impact with your very own quilt design or use one of the many free patterns available. Find the panels at Sublime Stitchery here. I've put together a list of some of my favourite free options. Amy Smart has a really versatile Pixelated Heart Patchwo

Here at Sublime Stitchery we sell a lot of precut fabric bundles featuring 16 fat quarters. If you need a few ideas for what to make, here are five of my favourite quilts! Holiday Party Quilt by Suzy Quilts Make this fun quilt in the Twin size using 16 fat quarters. The finished quilt will measure 77" x 77". You will require an additional fabric as follows: Background Fabric: 3 3/8 yds Binding Fabric: 5/8 yds Backing Fabric: 4 3/4 yds. Click here for a digital download of the

Hi friends! It's a happy day when a shipment of Art Gallery Fabrics arrives on Sublime Stitchery's doorstep. I have four new bundles in the shop today! Check out the gorgeous inspo below. Bookish by Sharon Holland Bookish by Sharon Holland encapsulates the delightful moments of drinking a hot cup of tea, reading a good book, and curling up in a cozy quilt. This collection tells a tale of classic romance and modern whimsy in dusty-colored book covers of rose, burgundy, teal, p