It’s time for Part 2 of our Your First Quilt! Here is part 1 in case you missed it! This video teaches you my favorite way for beginners to baste their quilt. There are several methods out there, but this series is meant to help you make your first quilt! I don’t want to overwhelm […]
How to Join Crochet Granny Squares – 3 Best Ways
Hey there! I’m super excited to share with you how to join crochet granny squares! This is a highly requested tutorial, so I decided to share and teach the 3 best ways (in my humble opinion). These methods can be used for any granny square pattern. In the video I discuss the pros and cons […]
Simple Crochet Granny Square – Beginner Friendly by Melanie Ham
In today’s post and video I’m going to share how to make this adorable and simple crochet granny square. I actually had another project planned for today, but Hurricane Florence is currently battering the east coast. I figured a project that utilizes yarn you probably have on hand and can be done without power might […]
Your First Quilt – Absolute Beginner Tutorial
Today I’m super excited to share a new quilting series with you… Your First Quilt! This series is meant for those of you who I hear from all the time who want to get into quilting, but just aren’t sure where to start. This is for you! I hope find this post helpful! I also […]
Machine Binding Tutorial: Mama Lisa
In today’s post, Mama Lisa is sharing her way of machine binding her quilts. This is a fantastic machine binding tutorial just for you! Machine binding is quicker than hand binding and can be more secure. My Mom and I both prefer the look of hand binding better, but it’s great to have your machine […]
Turtle Shell Crochet Blanket- Beginner Friendly
Hey there! My first project after my little YouTube break is a…. Crochet Blanket! Yay! I’ve got lots of different types of crochet, sewing and quilting projects coming, but today is the Turtle Shell Crochet Blanket! I want you to remember that with most of my crochet patterns, I want you to get inspired by […]
I’m back? YouTube Plans!
Hi Everyone! This is a very exciting post because I’m sharing my YouTube plans after a several month break! Granted, it’s an update video, not a tutorial – but one of those will be coming out on Friday! Woohoo! YouTube’s attention span is getting shorter, so I thought I would talk about my YouTube absence […]
Binding Your Quilt – Mama Lisa Monday
Mama Lisa is here today to talk about binding your quilt! There are several ways to do this so I thought I would have her share her insights. Take it away Mom! Binding Your Quilt When I first started quilting, it was for a children’s charity where we used the turned pillowcase method to finish […]
All About Thread – Mama Lisa Monday!
Mama Lisa is back to share with you TONS of info about thread. This is not a part of sewing and quilting to overlook. This step can really make a difference in your project and cause a lot of frustration. Mama Lisa is here to walk you through it! Take it away Mom! Quilting and […]
Maker Embroidery Kit! – With Online Class
I’m so excited to share my new Maker Embroidery Kit with you! Have you heard about my shop, CaliStitching? It’s where I have premium kits with everything you need to make one of my projects, down to the right amount of the perfect color thread to beautiful scissors so you don’t have to dig around for […]
