Quilting
Looking for free quilt patterns or patchwork projects? Our quilting section includes a range of quilts, cushions and accessories for you to make tonight. You'll find step-by-step instructions, free downloadable patterns and help & advice to help you master the basic techniques, from paper piecing to binding your quilts.
How to make a baby play mat and DIY baby book
Sew your own perfect padded mat for little ones with Manda McGrory’s easy-to-sew design for a simple mini quilt and play mat – complete with the sweetest DIY baby book to match!
Clamshell quilt pattern: free templates + how to make a clamshell cushion
Go all out with Jo Avery’s colourful hand-sewn cushion… leave no print in your stash unused! We show you how to make a beginner friendly cushion, then level up your skills and use them to make a whole clamshell quilt.
How to sew orange peel quilts: free templates and step by step guide
Orange Peel quilts quilts feature a pattern of repeating petal shapes which, when pieced into rows of quilt blocks, builds up to create the effect of interlocking circles. Here's how to make orange peel quilt blocks and turn them into a quilt!
Why the Native Lighting Slim Lamp Flex XL is a gamechanger for crafters in winter
The Native Lighting Slim Lamp Flex XL is a great choice for on-the-go crafters with a smaller budget
Make a warm hug in blanket form with our DIY weighted blanket tutorial
Weighted blankets are the sewing project equivalent to a hug! Learn how to make a weighted blanket with our tutorial.
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Make our free mountain quilt pattern
Sew your own gorgeous sunset landscape with Gracey Larson's free mountain quilt pattern!
Free sausage dog soft toy sewing pattern – the perfect gift for Dachshund lovers!
Make the most of your print fabric scraps and use them to bring a ditsy duo of canine softies to life with Lucy Ward's free dog sewing patterns and step-by-step guide.
How to turn fabric scraps into DIY Christmas Napkin Rings
Set your table stylishly with these patchwork napkin rings that complement the rest of the set, designed by Lynette Anderson with help from Donna Brabant.
Love Patchwork & Quilting - out now!
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Quilting tips and tricks with Handi Quilter
Quilting experts from Handi Quilter tell us their tips and tricks for a better quilting experience.
How To Quilt
Browse our complete collection of quilting tutorials for beginners or level up your skills and try a new technique with our free quilt tutorials from the experts. We've got all your questions answered, from "How to make a quilt sandwich?" to "What is Foundation paper piecing?"
How to appliqué: an introduction for beginners
Whether you like a quick finish or enjoy slow-stitching, appliqué is a relaxing and enjoyable technique that opens up a huge scope of design possibilities for your quilts. Learn how to appliqué three ways with our guide.
How to mitre corners – a super simple guide
Follow our step by step guide to creating perfectly mitred corners on your sewing projects and quilts.
Your complete guide to trapunto quilting
Learn trapunto quilting with our expert guide, plus make your own trapunto cushion with Kate Webber's beginner-friendly how-to.
Quilting Patterns
How to make a quilted teapot cover
Let your sewing skills shine with this darling DIY teacozy sewing pattern and step-by-step guide, finished with sweet teatime embroidery and appliqué
Make a charming cuddly pal with our free fox sewing pattern
Quick, quilted and totally huggable – make your own fox plush toy from fabric with our step by step guide
Christmas embroidery hexie decorations
Get creative this Christmas with Mollie Johanson's lovely hexie decorations.
Quilting Templates
Free pentagon template: Stitch your own EPP cushions
Put a quick and cheery EPP twist on a
simple square cushion – floral prints and
fresh pentagons are the perfect pair!
Bzzzzz sew a happy beehive
Use our free beehive foundation paper piecing templates and step-by-step guide to create a buzz with a super-cute mini hoop design.
How to make a Flying Geese quilt – Flying Geese pattern, tutorial & templates
Welcome to the wonderful world of Flying Geese Quilts – they're fun to sew, super versatile and satisfying to make. Our How to make flying geese tutorial shows you how to sew them and turn them into a quilt with our free Flying Geese Quilting Pattern
