Hello, swappers! As you prepare to make your mini quilt, we thought it might help to round up some useful tutorials for you. Whether you want to make your sewing look its best or you want to try out a new technique on a mini-sized project, these tutorials will foot the bill!
Mini Quilt: Helpful Sewing Tips & Tricks
Using your Sewing Machine:
- Brush up on your quilting foot skills with our handy reference guide.
- A lot of quilting techniques require mastery of the ¼” seam allowance – polish yours to perfection with our helpful tips.
- When it comes to quilting, the best accessory you could have is your walking foot. Learn more with our tutorial.
Take your Sewing to the Next Level:
- Take your project from homemade to handmade with our tips for better sewing.
- Since we’re making mini quilts, this is a great time to practice your embellishing skills! Find out how tiny details can make a big impact on your quilt.
- Tired of the basic straight or running stitch? Try your hand at some decorative stitches instead!
Quilting Techniques and Tutorials:
- Learn how to use fussy cuts to give your quilt a focal point.
- Have you ever tried weaving fabric before? We’ll show you how.
- A small project like this is the perfect time to practice English Paper Piecing.
- Printable fabric sheets can give your mini quilt a personalized image!
- Give your quilt some added dimension with fusible fleece.
Check out some of our partners mosaics. They are amazing!
If you have not loaded up your mosaic there is still time. Click here for the step by step how to.
Come back next time when we’ll round up a variety of quilt block tutorials to inspire your mini quilt creations! Until then, share your mosaic in our Flickr pool and get ready to swap!
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