Quilty Blog

How to Make a Scallop Binding

If you’re looking for a sweet, classic finish that instantly elevates a quilt, a scalloped edge is such a beautiful option. It adds softness, charm, and a little wowfactor—...

Looking Back at 2025 & Goals for 2026

My husband and I have a tradition at New Years that I love. It came about when we bought our first house 11 years ago. Our house was built in the 1860s and needed ...

Sew Easy Ruffles

The Perfect Accent for Any Project

Ruffles are such a fun way to add texture and charm to your sewing projects! They instantly give pillows, pouches, totes, aprons, and quilts a playful...

Fabric Letter Banner Tutorial

Recently, I shared a blog post with you all with 5 Tips for Sewing with Kids which can be found here. Today, I want to share an easy beginner level project you can make wi...

How I Choose Fabrics for a New Quilt

One of my favorite parts of starting a new quilt is choosing the fabric.But it wasn’t always this way.

I used to feel so overwhelmed by the fabrics in a quilt shop -...

5 Tips for Sewing with Kids

Sewing with kids can be a joyful, creative adventure—or, let’s be honest, a bit of a mess! Maybe you’re looking for a way to share your love of sewing. Or maybe you don’t kn...

Let It Shine Quilt Along - Week 4

Assemble Quilt Top

You’ve done it! We made it to the final week of the Let It Shine Quilt Along! Last week we had the exciting part of piecing all the blocks - don’t yo...

Let It Shine Quilt Along - Week 3

Piece Blocks

It’s Week 3 of the Let It Shine Quilt Along! Last week, we did a lot of piecing to make all of those smaller units. This week, we get to take those units a...

Let It Shine Quilt Along - Week 2

Piece Smaller Units

Welcome back to Week 2 of the Let It Shine Quilt Along! By this time, you should have your fabric prepped, cut, and ready to go. Now let’s get to wh...

Let It Shine Quilt Along - Week 1 - Cutting

Welcome to Week 1 of the Let It Shine Quilt Along! I am really excited to be making this quilt along with you for the next 4 weeks. I can’t wait to see all o...

Let It Shine Quilt Along - Details!

Welcome! I’m so thrilled to be hosting my first ever Quilt Along. The Let It Shine Quilt is such a special quilt with endless fabric possibilities. I knew right away...

I’m so excited to introduce you to Jamey of Grace & Piece Co. She is my guest blog writer this month, and she’ll tell you more about her business- how quilting and connection go hand-in-hand. I first ...