How do I “stitch in the ditch”?
How exactly do I go about quilting my first quilt with my sewing machine? Someone mentioned stitch in the ditch, but I’m not sure what that means or how to …
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Can I machine quilt without a walking foot?
Kathy wants to machine quilt, but can’t get a walking foot for her old machine. “I have been unable to find a workable walking foot for my 25-year-old sewing machine, …
Should I use washable and air-erasable markers?
Mary wants to know more about dealing with washable and air-erasable markers. Ami Simms has the answers. I found the blue washable marker did not fully remove when I brushed …
Can a quilt be quilted in small pieces?
Can a quilt be quilted in small pieces? If so, how do you connect them to each other? This answer comes from Ami Simms who offers a number of thoughts …
Can I make a quilt from a wedding dress?
Can I make a quilt from a wedding dress? Would it be possible to use the whole dress? Yes, you can use a wedding dress in a quilt. If the …