In ballet, “en pointe,” means that the dancers are up on their toes in what are called “pointe shoes.” While spelled differently and lacking shoes, putting a quilt on point is essentially the same concept– instead of being lined up in rows and columns along their flat sides, the blocks are stood up on a corner to make diamonds. There are a few extra considerations when arranging blocks this way, so let’s talk about how to set a quilt on point.

There are many vague things in quilt patterns and pressing and trimming are two primary “offenders” in the world of generally vague and useless instructions. Keep reading for my favorite tips to keep these simple steps stress free.

When people think of quilting, they think of pretty patchwork, but what is hidden from view is the precise quarter inch seam behind every masterpiece of patchwork. Learn what that means, why it matters, and how to sew one in today’s post.

As much as the rotary cutter improved cutting for quilters, the Stripology rulers take fast, accurate cutting to a whole new level. Today, we’ll talk about how the Stripology XL ruler works, its pros and cons, and a few patterns that are perfect ways to practice using this amazing tool.