Now do you really plan to use all the fancy, decorative stitches and exciting features that come standard on many new sewing machines? Probably not! In this lesson perfect for sewing and quilting enthusiasts, get a brief introduction to the wonderful world of vintage sewing machines. Learn why your next machine should be a vintage machine, no matter the type of sewing you do. Discover that when it comes to sewing machines – older is often better!

Contemporary art quilts differ from traditional quilts. This lesson from Fiber Designs by Ann teaches you the difference between the two and discusses materials used to make mixed media art quilts. Discover what three components make up the “quilt sandwich,” learn about the origin of contemporary art quilts, and find out whether or not mixed media art quilts are used for beds or display. Decorate your home with homemade tapestry-like wall hangings!

It’s almost time to start sewing! In this lesson, Kim Jamieson-Hirst of Chatterbox Quilts explains how to set up a sewing machine to stitch the edges of fusible web appliqué pieces. Learn the best sewing machine foot to use and appropriate bobbin thread. Finally, learn all about bobbin tension, how to adjust bobbin tension, and by the end of this lesson you will be ready to take the final step before sewing: changing the needle.

When sewing appliqué shapes does the stitching order matter? It sure does! In this lesson with Kim Jamieson-Hirst of Chatterbox Quilts, review the stitching sequence needed when finishing the edges of the appliqué shapes. Learn how to start the stitches to ensure that they are secure, and align zigzag stitches to the appliqué piece and the background fabric. Finally, get professional tips on how to ensure these stitches always fall at the appropriate angle.

It’s time to try the hot stuff: pressing and fusing! In this lesson learn how to prepare fabric and traced appliqué shapes for fusing. Discover best practices for ensuring proper placement of the fusible web appliqué shape on any chosen fabric. Finally, learn how to avoid "shadowing" in appliqué pieces, and review some tips that will save you from accidentally burning your fingers!

Ah, the sewing machine. No sewing or quilting project would be possible without one! In this lesson Kim Jamieson-Hirst of Chatterbox Quilts advises on helpful sewing machine features for fusible web appliqué and introduces thread choices for piecing a project. Learn about threads appropriate for finishing the edges of appliqué shapes taking into account color and thread weight. Discover how to choose bobbin thread, set up appropriate lighting, and what features to employ on the sewing machine.

Congratulations! In this final lesson from Kim Jamieson-Hirst of Chatterbox Quilts, review various quilting options for the awesome blossom project, including (the always important) stabilizing tips. Explore alternate quilting suggestions, get tips on thread choices, learn about “stitching in the ditch”, and gain inspiration for how to finish any quilting project you try.

Before jumping in to a quilting project, it is important to make sure you have all of the tools you need. In this essential quilting lesson with Kim Jamieson-Hirst of Chatterbox Quilts, learn what materials you need and how to use them. Discover how to use a straight pin to remove the paper backing on the fusible web appliqué shapes, which marking tools to use for tracing the shapes, and why to use quilting rulers when arranging fabric.

Now that you have a lovely, completed quilt it is time to hang it on the wall and show off your hard work! Follow along with Kim Jamieson-Hirst of Chatterbox Quilts and discover how to construct hanging tabs for the awesome blossom project. Learn an easy method for making hanging tabs for any project in this brief and fun quilting lesson.

It’s time to trace! In this lesson, discover the best tracing tools and learn how to trace appliqué templates onto fusible web. Learn tracing options, including a do-it-yourself light table approach, and get tips for correcting tracing errors. Finally learn how to cut out the traced appliqué shapes, including how to "window" the appliqué to avoid stiffness in the project.

Before starting a quilt, discover the various choices in fusible web and how to decide which is appropriate for your project! Teacher Kim Jamieson-Hirst of Chatterbox Quilts explains the difference between fusible web and fusible interfacing. Get tips on the best fusible web to purchase, and learn about alternate materials to use when quilting, such as freezer paper, parchment paper, and fabric stabilizers.

Get ready to assemble a fusible web appliqué shape! In this lesson with Kim Jamieson-Hirst of Chatterbox Quilts, learn how to prepare background fabric with reference lines enabling accurate placement of the final shape. Review placement options to make this project uniquely your own, including methods of determining the proper relationship of the appliqué shapes to one another.

In this lesson, Kim Jamieson-Hirst of Chatterbox Quilts offers expert advice on how to start stitching and how to ensure that a perfect 90-degree angle is maintained when using zig-zag stitches! Review the sequence needed to work on a circular shape, learn how to turn the piece, and complete a circle. Learn the perfect rhythm when stitching edges, and discover how to finish stitches for a smooth look.

After you've completed stitching the edges of the fusible web appliqué shapes, it is time to finish the awesome blossom project by adding borders on all four sides! In this lesson, follow along with Kim Jamieson-Hirst of Chatterbox Quilts and learn how to measure for accurate border cutting and how to attach the borders to your wall hanging.

You're almost ready to assemble the fusible web appliqué shapes into one piece! In this brief lesson follow along with Kim Jamieson-Hirst of Chatterbox Quilts and learn how to cut out fused appliqué shapes. First, cut out a leaf shape and follow-up with one of the windowed shapes. Finally, get tips for proper technique that will ensure you cut perfectly smooth circles!