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Simplifying patterns with lots of fabric cuts using labels
Learn how to simplify complex patterns with lots of fabric cuts using labeling. Write concise, error-free quilt patterns.
Carli Marsico
Jul 14, 20245 min read


Why pressing your seams open is a GOOD THING!
Pressing your seams open is good for a lot of things, including precise piecing. Here are 3 reasons why:
Carli Marsico
Dec 4, 20233 min read


12 Tips for Sewing with Bias Edges
'Bias' is a dirty word in quilting. I'm always amazed at the lengths quilters go to avoid working with a bias edge. This usually means a...
Carli Marsico
Jul 28, 20225 min read


Precision Piecing for Lazy Quilters: Part 4
The 4th and final section of this series is all about alignment methods: How to get those perfect points. Assuming you've cut, sewn, and...
Carli Marsico
May 31, 20229 min read


Curved piecing 101
Curved piecing is scary. Somehow you're supposed to sew two curved edges together and end up with a flat piece. There's all this extra...
Carli Marsico
Apr 6, 20229 min read


Giving your Rulers Grip
Acrylic quilting rulers are very smooth. That’s good for a lot of things, but it makes it easy for the ruler to slip when you're cutting...
Carli Marsico
Mar 1, 20222 min read


Precision Piecing for Lazy Quilters: Part 1
Don't you just love it when your points come together perfectly on the first try? It's not critical, but when it happens, it just gives...
Carli Marsico
Mar 1, 20229 min read


Paper template cutting simplified
Using paper templates to cut non-standard pieces is a great way to create non-traditional quilt blocks. However, it can be INCREDIBLY...
Carli Marsico
Nov 28, 20212 min read


The hang pin technique for perfect points
While perfect points aren't necessary for a beautiful quilt, it's extra nice when everything lines up seamlessly. The best tip I have to...
Carli Marsico
Nov 28, 20214 min read
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