Tutorials & Techniques
Whether you're making one of my quilt patterns or building your quilting skills, you'll find step-by-step tutorials, practical tips, and helpful techniques here. Each guide is written to help you quilt with confidence, whether you're learning something new or brushing up on a favorite method.New to Quilting?
If you're just getting started, these tutorials are a great place to begin.
Square-in-a-Square is a versatile quilting unit that creates a centered square surrounded by four triangles. Learn how to build this classic unit accurately using the stitch-and-flip method.
The stitch-and-flip method is a simple, beginner-friendly way to make Flying Geese one unit at a time. It's an excellent choice when your pattern only requires a few Flying Geese or when using directional fabrics.
An accurate ¼" seam allowance is the foundation of successful quilting. Learn how to test your seam allowance, make adjustments, and improve the accuracy of every quilt block you sew.
🧵Traditional Piecing
Square-in-a-Square is a versatile quilting unit that creates a centered square surrounded by four triangles. Learn how to build this classic unit accurately using the stitch-and-flip method.
Create four accurate Flying Geese units at once with the no-waste method. This efficient technique minimizes fabric waste and is perfect for quilts that use multiple Flying Geese of the same size.
The stitch-and-flip method is a simple, beginner-friendly way to make Flying Geese one unit at a time. It's an excellent choice when your pattern only requires a few Flying Geese or when using directional fabrics.
Need a lot of half-square triangles? The eight-at-a-time method lets you create eight identical HSTs from a single pair of fabric squares, making it one of the fastest ways to produce large quantities with consistent results.
An accurate ¼" seam allowance is the foundation of successful quilting. Learn how to test your seam allowance, make adjustments, and improve the accuracy of every quilt block you sew.
Learn one of the most versatile quilting techniques with this step-by-step guide to making two-at-a-time half-square triangles. This beginner-friendly tutorial includes tips for sewing, pressing, and trimming for accurate results every time.
📄Foundation Paper Piecing
New to Foundation Paper Piecing? Start with Foundation Paper Piecing Basics before moving on to the other tutorials. It covers the tools, terminology, and workflow you'll use throughout the rest of the FPP library.
I'm continually adding new quilting tutorials as new patterns are released. Check back often for additional techniques, finishing methods, and quilting tips.