Course Overview
Teacher
Donna and Ashleigh Ward are a mother/daughter team from Hamilton, New Zealand, owners of Donna’s Quilt Studio specialising in all things patchwork and quilting. Donna began quilting and tutoring more than 25 years ago. Today her passion is working... View ProfileDetails
- Total Time 1 hr, 25 min
- Lessons 8
- Attachments 16
- Exercises 30
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47 CQ
8 Lessons in This Course
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11 minFREECrafts lesson 1Free6 CQ
You can make your own quilts at home on a regular sewing machine! In this quilting lesson, learn the first steps for making a free motion quilted sampler.
with Donna's Quilt StudioYou can make your own quilts at home on a regular sewing machine! In this quilting lesson, learn the first steps for making a free motion quilted sampler.
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11 minCrafts lesson 26 CQ
Get ready for your first hands-on free motion quilting lesson! Learn how to stitch three different free motion quilted designs and develop your quilting skills.
with Donna's Quilt StudioGet ready for your first hands-on free motion quilting lesson! Learn how to stitch three different free motion quilted designs and develop your quilting skills.
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10 minCrafts lesson 36 CQ
Continue learning the skills and techniques needed to make a free motion quilt! In this lesson, learn everything you need to know about creating spiral designs.
with Donna's Quilt StudioContinue learning the skills and techniques needed to make a free motion quilt! In this lesson, learn everything you need to know about creating spiral designs.
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12 minCrafts lesson 47 CQ
In this fourth free motion quilting lesson, draw out quilt patterns, combine them into designs, and practice stitching them with a sewing machine.
with Donna's Quilt StudioIn this fourth free motion quilting lesson, draw out quilt patterns, combine them into designs, and practice stitching them with a sewing machine.
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6 minCrafts lesson 54 CQ
Learn about the prep work needed before starting to sew a free motion quilt sampler! Learn how to divide your quilt, and get a design down on paper.
with Donna's Quilt StudioLearn about the prep work needed before starting to sew a free motion quilt sampler! Learn how to divide your quilt, and get a design down on paper.
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7 minCrafts lesson 64 CQ
Get ready to sit down at the sewing machine, because it is time to complete the foundation rows, and accent around existing rows on your free motion quilt!
with Donna's Quilt StudioGet ready to sit down at the sewing machine, because it is time to complete the foundation rows, and accent around existing rows on your free motion quilt!
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13 minQuilting lesson 77 CQ
Now that you've completed sewing the quilt's foundation rows, it's time to fill in the rest of the free motion quilt with spirals, teardrops, and pebble shapes!
with Donna's Quilt StudioNow that you've completed sewing the quilt's foundation rows, it's time to fill in the rest of the free motion quilt with spirals, teardrops, and pebble shapes!
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12 minCrafts lesson 87 CQ
In this final lesson of Donna's course on making a free motion quilt sampler, learn how to bind and finish off the quilt with a hanging rod.
with Donna's Quilt StudioIn this final lesson of Donna's course on making a free motion quilt sampler, learn how to bind and finish off the quilt with a hanging rod.
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8 minCrafts lesson5 CQ
Want to add a cozy, romantic touch to your sofa or armchair? Sew a simple throw pillow with a chenille heart design customized to match your décor and taste.
with Donna's Quilt StudioWant to add a cozy, romantic touch to your sofa or armchair? Sew a simple throw pillow with a chenille heart design customized to match your décor and taste.
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7 minCrafts lesson4 CQ
Looking for a simple, beginner-friendly baby quilt pattern? Learn how to sew a functional and gift-worthy baby blanket that any mom and newborn will love.
with Donna's Quilt StudioLooking for a simple, beginner-friendly baby quilt pattern? Learn how to sew a functional and gift-worthy baby blanket that any mom and newborn will love.
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7 minCrafts lesson4 CQ
Learn how to sketch beautiful, curved free motion quilt designs on paper and mimic those same fluid patterns onto a quilt using a sewing machine.
with Donna's Quilt StudioLearn how to sketch beautiful, curved free motion quilt designs on paper and mimic those same fluid patterns onto a quilt using a sewing machine.
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6 minFREECrafts lessonFree4 CQ
Want to craft something both handy and decorative? Display photos, stay organized, and beautify your walls with a DIY ribbon and fabric bulletin board.
with Donna's Quilt StudioWant to craft something both handy and decorative? Display photos, stay organized, and beautify your walls with a DIY ribbon and fabric bulletin board.
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13 minCrafts lesson7 CQ
Want to learn how to appliqué? Learn how simple it is to add an appliqué to a quilt using fusible interfacing and the blanket stitch on your sewing machine.
with Donna's Quilt StudioWant to learn how to appliqué? Learn how simple it is to add an appliqué to a quilt using fusible interfacing and the blanket stitch on your sewing machine.
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550 min5-part Crafts course28 CQ
Don’t think you have time for quilting? Simplify the process with these five beginner-friendly, quick quilt-as-you-go projects and quilt tops. Patterns included!
with Fat Quarter ShopDon’t think you have time for quilting? Simplify the process with these five beginner-friendly, quick quilt-as-you-go projects and quilt tops. Patterns included!
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21172 min21-part Crafts course95 CQ
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 and construct a floral hanging quilt.
with Chatterbox QuiltsAppliqué, 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 and construct a floral hanging quilt.
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448 min4-part Crafts course26 CQ
Create a traditional quilt using modern techniques! In this four-lesson quilt-along course from Crafty Gemini, assemble a simplified Victorian quilt pattern from start to finish and get binding tips.
with Crafty GeminiCreate a traditional quilt using modern techniques! In this four-lesson quilt-along course from Crafty Gemini, assemble a simplified Victorian quilt pattern from start to finish and get binding tips.
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364 min3-part Mixed Media Art course34 CQ
Get crafty and artsy in this mixed media course! Learn how to make a painted and quilted poinsettia art quilt wall hanging attached to a branch through sewing, painting, quilting, beading, and more.
with Fiber Designs By AnnGet crafty and artsy in this mixed media course! Learn how to make a painted and quilted poinsettia art quilt wall hanging attached to a branch through sewing, painting, quilting, beading, and more.
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1074 min10-part Crafts course42 CQ
Looking for simple quilting projects to improve your sewing skills? If you know how to use a sewing machine and rotary cutter, join LoveLaughQuilt in making a baby quilt, cloth napkins, and more!
Looking for simple quilting projects to improve your sewing skills? If you know how to use a sewing machine and rotary cutter, join LoveLaughQuilt in making a baby quilt, cloth napkins, and more!
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7138 min7-part Clothes Making course73 CQ
Making your own clothes isn’t as difficult as it sounds. Follow along as Mimi G—fashion designer and style blogger—shows you how to put together a cute DIY skirt from start to finish.
with Mimi G StyleMaking your own clothes isn’t as difficult as it sounds. Follow along as Mimi G—fashion designer and style blogger—shows you how to put together a cute DIY skirt from start to finish.
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10119 min10-part Clothes Making course63 CQ
Hate it when you find the perfect dress, but it just doesn't fit? In this comprehensive DIY sewing course, Professor Pincushion shows you how to make your own fitted bodice to complement a homemade skirt. Learn which measurements to take, how to draft the basic bodice block and pattern, and, finally, sew the garment together for a professional look. Your creativity and handiwork will be rewarded with a statement dress.
with Professor PincushionHate it when you find the perfect dress, but it just doesn't fit? In this comprehensive DIY sewing course, Professor Pincushion shows you how to make your own fitted bodice to complement a homemade skirt. Learn which measurements to take, how to draft the basic bodice block and pattern, and, finally, sew the garment together for a professional look. Your creativity and handiwork will be rewarded with a statement dress.
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21172 min21-part Crafts course95 CQ
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 and construct a floral hanging quilt.
with Chatterbox QuiltsAppliqué, 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 and construct a floral hanging quilt.
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19233 min19-part Clothes Making course126 CQ
Discover how to design and sew a perfect little black dress that is customized to your own body's measurements in this pattern drafting and sewing course from Sure Fit Designs.
with Sure Fit DesignsDiscover how to design and sew a perfect little black dress that is customized to your own body's measurements in this pattern drafting and sewing course from Sure Fit Designs.
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653 min6-part Clothes Making course30 CQ
In this sewing course, seamstress Izzy Meimsaab demonstrates how to make a flattering peplum tunic step-by-step, from drafting the pattern to sewing the tunic into a ready-to-wear piece.
with Izzy MeimsaabIn this sewing course, seamstress Izzy Meimsaab demonstrates how to make a flattering peplum tunic step-by-step, from drafting the pattern to sewing the tunic into a ready-to-wear piece.