Note from Alanda Craft: It just goes to show how much difference the choice of fabric makes when quilting. Michelle's baby quilt looks just gorgeous with just the two contrasting fabrics. And she has finished the quilt off with the heart applique in the corner. Thank you for sharing photos of your lovely quilt with us, Michelle. You can make a quilt like Michelle's from our … [Read more...] about Readers Project: Michelle’s Baby Quilt – Easiest Quilt Ever
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Readers Project: Barbara’s Paris Quilt Panel Quilt
Note From Alanda Craft: Like a lot of people, I love Paris and Paula and I have visited there a couple of times. So much amazing history and I have always found the French people to be friendly and helpful. So I really love this Paris quilt panel that Barbara has used for her quilt. Don't you think that the blue really makes the panel pop? And the backing just sets it off … [Read more...] about Readers Project: Barbara’s Paris Quilt Panel Quilt
What Thread Do We Use for Sewing & Quilting?
This is a question we are often asked. What thread do you use? Well, we use Gutermann thread. I have used it for my sewing projects for many years and I have always had good results. There are other good quality threads available such as Aurifil. But old habits are hard to break when you like something and it gives you the results you need, so why change. I haven't ever … [Read more...] about What Thread Do We Use for Sewing & Quilting?
Readers Project: Barbara’s Butterfly Panel Quilt
Note from Alanda Craft: This is a beautiful butterfly panel. It's so colorful and it reminds me of lovely spring days with all the butterflies in the garden. I just love how Barbara has treated the panel and the mauve border followed by the spring flowers on a pale green background just make this panel pop. But then she hasn't stopped there, she added more borders, a yellow … [Read more...] about Readers Project: Barbara’s Butterfly Panel Quilt
Check Out Alanda Craft’s Top 10 YouTube Videos
We have been creating craft videos for YouTube for a few years now. We love making things easy and understandable for our viewers. And we try to cover everything to help you make that quilt, bag or table runner so that it is a finished item that you are proud of. We love seeing your projects shared on our Reader's Project Page, so all the world can see how talented you … [Read more...] about Check Out Alanda Craft’s Top 10 YouTube Videos
Readers Project: Barbara’s Rail Fence Quilt
Note from Alanda Craft: Barbara has completed some more awesome quilts. She is churning them out like there is no tomorrow. I love how your confidence has grown since you first started out Barbara. I was going to put them all up together but I think each needs to be given its moment. This is Barbara's rail fence quilt. You sure do have a real knack for choosing … [Read more...] about Readers Project: Barbara’s Rail Fence Quilt
Readers Project: Barbara’s Jelly Roll Quilts
Note from Alanda Craft: Don't you just love these jelly roll quilts that Barbara has made for her friends. She has really mastered making these quilts and I love the fabrics she has chosen. They look so different with the lovely soft muted look of the lavender flowers and then the gorgeous, vibrant spring colours in the 'Confetti' quilt. I think Barbara's friends are very lucky … [Read more...] about Readers Project: Barbara’s Jelly Roll Quilts
Readers Project: Barbara’s Snappy Quilts
Note From Alanda Craft: Barbara has been busy making snappy quilts and these ones are just beautiful. I love the vibrant colours and this patchwork quilt pattern is really lovely. I am sure many of you will be inspired by the lovely quilts that Barbara makes and shares with us. So thank you once again for sharing your latest quilts with us Barbara. Here is the … [Read more...] about Readers Project: Barbara’s Snappy Quilts
Mary Ellen’s Best Press Review – What is it and Why I Love it so Much?
When I first started quilting, I didn't worry too much about what spray starch to use and just went with whatever I had on hand. It wasn't until I got a little more serious about it all that I realised that a good spray starch can make all the difference. That's when I did a bit of research to find which one was the best and Mary Ellen's Best Press came up time and time … [Read more...] about Mary Ellen’s Best Press Review – What is it and Why I Love it so Much?
Readers Project: Debbie’s Easy Beginner Rag Quilt
Note from Alanda Craft: Don't you just love Debbies' gorgeous rag quilt. I love the fabric and the blue showing through from the back makes the floral pattern just pop. I am so glad you found it easy to do and I hope you used rag quilting scissors, Debbie, they make such a difference in the time it takes to rag one of these quilts. Thank you so much for sharing your beautiful … [Read more...] about Readers Project: Debbie’s Easy Beginner Rag Quilt