Basic machine quilting

Quilting on a machine is mostly a matter of using the right functions and keys on the machine. These machines have specialized buttons dedicated just to the quilting process, and once you have learned how to quilt on a sewing machine, the rest is a piece of cake.

One of the most anxiety inducing questions in quilting: How to I not over-do my free motion quilting? These 5 easy machine quilting tips will help you decide on a quilting plan that is perfect every time. | Quilting Wemple

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Straight line quilting is a great beginner quilting technique, but there's a right way and a wrong way. Continue reading to see if you are doing it right!

When it comes to the best thread for quilting, how do you choose? There are a lot of decisions to make and factors to consider. There's also the issue of whether you are looking for thread for machine quilting or hand quilting. Many of these thread tips are helpful for any sort of sewing, so keep this handy for your non-quilting sewing projects, too! The best threading for quilting is generally a cotton or polyester-cotton blend. Avoid cheaper polyester threads as they are more likely to…

Most quilters start learning how to quilt on a sewing machine not a longarm. Continue for 7 hacks to make using your domestic machine easier!

Let’s be real… basting quilts is NOT fun. I spent a couple of years finding a method that made it tolerable for me to complete this necessary task with minimal discomfort. Check out this video where I document my process of basting up to queen size quilts on my 60″ x 30″ worktable. Here are […]

How to Free Motion Quilt Series. Basic motion and thread tensioning. With video

Follow this step-by-step tutorial that teaches Binding a quilt by machine. It's the best way to finish a quilt that will get lots of use and perfect for baby quilts. #quiltingtips #machinebinding #howtoquilt #sewingbeginners #diyquilts

Getting the hang of free motion quilting when you are first starting out can be frustrating when you aren't sure what to practice. Check out these 5 meander practice exercises and machine quilting tips to learn what to focus on in your practice swatches and how these basic meanders can start to create your machine quilting toolbox to make learning new designs easier in the future. | Quilting Wemple