Kim Jamieson-Hirst is the quilter behind Chatterbox Quilts and creator of several quilting programs and courses. Kim shares her quilting knowledge through her YouTube channel, Chatterbox Quilts’ Facebook group, and private online membership, The Quilter’s Way. Kim believes that quilting is more than stitching an accurate ¼” seam and loves connecting with other quilters and helping them enjoy their quilting to its fullest.
Kim’s patterns and articles have been featured in Irish Quilting, Quilter’s Connection magazine, and the Country Register. She has been a guest on several podcasts, including the APQ Podcast with Pat Sloan. Her YouTube videos have been viewed by thousands of quilters who appreciate her upbeat personality and easy to understand instructions.
Kim is helped in her quilt studio by her purry assistants, Teeka, Victor and Salem, who are always eager to lend a paw or two. When not quilting, Kim can be found binge watching shows on Netflix, creating in her quilt studio or filming quilting videos.
Are you looking for an easy, portable, summer project?
In Hand Embroidery Essentials you'll learn a variety of stitches to create quick embroidery projects.
Hand embroidery is easy, quick and inexpensive. In this course you will review the tools, learn to trace designs, and finally create a flourishing heart project!
I hope you'll join me in Hand Embroidery Essentials!
Stay Curious!
Kim of Chatterbox Quilts
I'd love to share with you my course on Curious, Essential Guide to Fusible Web Appliqué.
Did you know that Raw Edge Appliqué or, as I call it, Fusible Web Appliqué, is the easiest method of appliqué? It's so simple and fun to do.
My course, Essential Guide to Fusible Web Appliqué takes you step by step through this process and you'll learn lots of helpful tips along the way to make your first project a success.
Join me in Essential Guide to Fusible Web Appliqué and create something new today.
Stay Curious!
Kim at Chatterbox Quilts
Have you ever tried applique? Here's your chance! Enrol in Essential Guide to Fusible Web Applique.
Appliqué, the process of sewing small fabric pieces onto a background, is an easy technique to learn. In this course, learn about fusible web appliqué and construct a floral wall hanging.
I hope you enjoy the course!
Curiously yours,
Chatterbox Quilts
Spring is almost here and it's a great time to visit estate and garage sales looking for a vintage sewing machine.
Once you find one, you'll need to know if it's the machine for you.
Learn the process of evaluating a vintage sewing machine including what to research, tools you need, and the specific items to assess before making a purchase.
Happy Learning!
Cheers,
Chatterbox Quilts
Looking for a gift for a stitchy friend?
Use your new hand embroidery skills to stitch up a custom, beginner-level Chatterbox Quilts design: the Flourishing Heart! It's great as a pin cushion or create a lovely hanging ornament.
Join me in creating this quick gift and get a head start on your Christmas gifts.
Take a look and let me know in the comments what you think!
Curiously yours,
Kim of Chatterbox Quilts
Hand embroidery is making a comeback and it's not just for decorating tea towels! T-shirts, tote bags, iPhone cases: if you can stitch on it, you can embellish it with hand embroidery.
In this craft course review the tools, learn to trace designs, learn a variety of essential stitches, and finally create a flourishing heart project!
Looking forward to seeing your Curious Assignment!
Thanks,
Kim at Chatterbox Quilts
I am excited to share my latest lesson on Curious, Maintaining a Vintage Sewing Machine!
It's easy to maintain your vintage sewing machine in peak running condition. Learn how to clean and oil your vintage sewing machine to keep it in top operating condition! Review what materials you need, and the steps to take for cleaning.
If you have any questions, comments or suggestions, I'd love to hear them!
Cheers,
Kim at Chatterbox Quilts
Ready for a new course? I am excited to share my most recently published course, The Joy of Vintage Sewing Machines.
Vintage sewing machines can meet the needs of sewers and quilters alike while looking great in the home. In this course, learn to select, clean, and rejuvenate vintage Singer sewing machines. This DIY restoration will have you eager to start restoring your own vintage sewing machine!
Take a look and let me know in the comments what you think!
Stay Curious!
Kim of Chatterbox Quilts
While I love to quilt, I don't love to bind my quilts. Make the process easier with my lesson, Binding with the Pillowcase Method.
With a smaller project, using the pillowcase method saves you from needing to make and attach binding. Learn all about this technique in this quilting lesson!
I hope you enjoy the new lesson!
Cheers,
Kim
Ready for a new course? I am excited to share my most recently published course, Essential Guide to Fusible Web Appliqué.
Appliqué, the process of sewing small fabric pieces onto a background, is an exciting way to explore textiles. In this course, learn about fusible web appliqué while constructing the Awesome Blossom wall hanging.
I hope you enjoy the new course!
Thanks,
Kim of Chatterbox Quilts