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Apple Core quilts get their name from the one and only patch shape that goes into their construction,...

Among the myriad of quilt block designs, the Cathedral Window stands out with its exquisite beauty and intricate patterns. Whether you are a quilting enthusiast looking to expand your repertoire or a beginner eager to embark on your first quilting project, this article is here to guide you in making your first Cathedral Window blocks! Linda Shepard shares how to make Cathe...

Tell YOUR truth with text on quilts. Lorraine Woodruff-Long’s technique for creating text with “shadow” layers will become a go-to method for your artwork. Sandra Lee Chandler showcases text on quilts, in the form of felt appliqué or handwritten graffiti, to deliver powerful messages. Join the conversation with text on this episode of Quilting Arts!

Many art quilts start with a photo, and today’s episode provides techniques and tips for that process. Using photographs of her homes over the years, Susan Brubaker Knapp shows how to create appliqué portraits featuring lots of rich, architectural detail. Next, you’ll learn how Nanette Zeller’s attempt to preserve a friend’s photo resulted in a whole new path in her art quilt...

Let’s step off the beaten path by playing with tulle and with twin needles—on a quilting machine. First, Kestrel Michaud explains how and why to apply tulle to your art quilts. Next, educator Nina McVeigh breaks out twin needles, and shows you how to get creative with them. Today’s guests will shine a creative light on some under-utilized tools.