If you’re new to quilting and sewing, you know that our little hobby requires a significant number of specialty tools. At Thimbles, we love quilting and sewing tools. We talk about them all the time in our weekly Thimbles Thursday live streams. Each one serves a specific purpose that makes quilti...
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Creating and affixing quilt binding remains a daunting task for many quilters. We wrote this guide to demystify some of the basic information around quilt binding, mainly: what is quilt binding, why do we bind quilts, what are the different styles and types, and how to measure your quilt to crea...
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If you’re a sewing enthusiast or quilter, you know the importance of good fabric starch. It not only helps to create crisp, sharp lines but also makes handling fabric much easier. In this guide, we’ll explore popular products in the world of fabric starch and starch alternatives, like Mary Ellen...
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There are so many pretty fabrics and fun quilting tools we love to shop for and talk about as quilters, but interfacing probably isn't one of them. It doesn't have the pizzazz of a dreamy batik design or the punch of a high-tech iron. However, interfacing is indispensable if your quilting or se...
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