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Patchwork questions answered, quilting questions answered,

Patchwork and Quilting help for beginners:

Why do I need a 70/10 needle for this but a 90/14 for that? 

What is the difference between batting or wadding types and thicknesses, and what one should I choose for this project?

A Quilt sandwich is what?

Is there an easy way to sew curves?

We all come across these questions and many more as we start on the wonderful hobby of Patchwork and Quilting, we will try and share many of these questions with answers to help with your first or your next project.

Patchwork Templates provide an accurate way of cutting your designer quilt blocks or your applique pieces.  They make sure that each piece cut is exactly the same size and will fit together perfectly when sewn.
Read Patchwork Patterns Before you do anything, Reading Patterns and Instructions for your Patchwork or Sewing projects can go a long way to...
There are 4 types of Sewing Machine Feet for Free Motion Quilting that are most commonly referred to and used. Is a Walking Foot and whilst technically is not “Free Motion” it is an excellent tool for quilting and great for beginners to get the feel of sandwiching your quilt togetherIs a Closed Toed Free Motion Quilting FootIs an open Toed Free Motion Quilting Foot, sometimes referred to as a “Darning Foot”Is a Free Motion Quilting Ruler Foot - specifically for using to guide around a "quilting ruler"