Beginner Basics
A resource for all beginning quilters. Learn the important basics you need to know to plan, start and finish a quilt.
Basic Blocks Plus...  Bellaonline presents this series of instructions to make traditional 12" block patterns PLUS instructions for making the same block in 6", 8", 10" measurements. How to Chain Piece and Press When Piecing a Quilt Top  How to piece numbers of small pieces using the "chain piecing" or "speed piecing" method. Pressing is a little different for quilters than other sewers, learn how to press your pieces, and techniques for a perfect, crisply pressed seam. Joining a Quilt Group  What are the benefits of joining a quilt group? Is it better to belong to an organisation of like minded people or go it alone? Making Time to Quilt  Making time to quilt can be difficult if you are time poor. Here's some handy hints to find time to quilt. Quilt Labels - Are they important?  How important is it to label your quilt. Here's some important information about labelling and some great ideas to help you create great labels. Quilt Top Prepartion in readiness for Quilting  Quilt top preparation. The things you need to do to have your quilt top in perfect condition prior to quilting. Quilting Terms Explained  Here's a few quilting terms explained. Quilting Workshops – Expectations from a students’ perspective.  We all have expectations when attending quilting workshops. We hope to learn heaps and have an enjoyable experience. How can be ensure that this happens? Both Tutors and Students have expectations. What are they? QuiltingTools - a big investment  Tools for quilting - absolutely necessary, but an expensive investment. Here´s some hints on how you can make your quilting tools last for a long time, in great working condition, making your big investment worthwhile. Tools and Supplies  Essential Tools for Quilting - what are the essentials tools to be able to create the quilt you dream of? Victoriana Quilt Designs - Borders and Quilt Settings [offsite link] Ideas and tips for unique quilt borders. What Makes a Quilt More Than Just a Blanket?  What makes a quilt more than just an ordinary blanket? Learn the basic elements essential to creating a quilt. Your Quilt Guild - making a contribution  How can you contribute to your quilt guild to enhance its operation and highten your self esteem with a sense of belonging. Links marked with the [offsite link] designation point to websites not associated with BellaOnline.com. BellaOnline.com is not responsible for the material found there.
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