Quilt back pieced

This quilt, named Sunspots, is designed with my improv paper piecing technique. The blocks were designed improvisationally but they are created using foundation paper piecing. When I rotated my improv blocks into a larger block with four quadrants, the design resembled a flower. Others see butterfly wings which I can also see and appreciate. Part of what I like about this process is that you don’t know what your design will look like at its inception and it’s interesting to hear what other…

Inch by inch I'm working my way through the insanely small 1 inch scrap pieces. The surprising thing is that they go together really quick because of the size. Matching up those seams when piecing the rows may be a tad bit more difficult. Since the pieces are so tiny I've set my seam allowance at a super scant 1/4 inch. That just means instead of one click to the right of 1/4 inch I've gone 2 clicks right. That's the most my quarter inch foot will allow without crashing the needle into the…

Modern Kaffe quilt in brights using the Paint box pattern by Colourwerx and a Kaffe Lake Classic Plus Design Roll. Quilt kit includes the Quilt Pattern and fabric for the 48" x 48" quilt top and binding. This quilt is for beginners using the piecing technique. Fabric included in kit is what is pictured. It uses a creative grid 90 degree ruler Included in the Kit: Pattern, and fabric for quilt top and binding. Not Included in the Kit: Backing and Batting. Backing requires: 3.5 yards of…

Not sure why quilt backs have been on my mind lately, especially considering the fact that by the time I finish a quilt top, I really don'...

If you find yourself losing steam after your patchwork quilt top is made, you’re not alone. But wait! Finishing that quilt is going to be soooo rewarding. Here are some ideas to help you push on to make that quilt backing.

Are you looking for new and innovative for piecing you backing? Dive into our collection of 20+ modern quilt backing ideas and learn how to piece backing to look modern. Discover different methods of piecing quilt backing - from one or two fabrics, improv scrap quilt backing, ombre quilt backing, checkerboard or large rectangles quilt backing, and many more modern quilt backing ideas!

If you find yourself losing steam after your patchwork quilt top is made, you’re not alone. But wait! Finishing that quilt is going to be soooo rewarding. Here are some ideas to help you push on to make that quilt backing.

A quilt back does not have to be boring. Sharing my 18 ideas for a pieced backing for quilts to make the design process a little easier.

This fabric calculator will tell you how much fabric you need for both a quilt and its backing. Standard mattress sizes are given.

A package of Tonga Treats batik fabric strips buried in her fabric stash called “Island Punch” by Timeless Treasures inspired APQS Dealer Cindy Schellenberg to create this simple but striking pattern.