Skip to Main Content

Sewing Machines

This guide offers information about the sewing machines in PPLD's Makerspaces.

Quilting Resources

Quilting for the Complete Beginner

https://www.seasonedhomemaker.com/learn-the-basics-of-quilting/

The Seasoned Homemaker provides a great introduction to the craft of quilting, including basic tools, unfamiliar terms, and tips for quilting on a budget.

Glossary of Quilting Terms

https://www.nationalquilterscircle.com/article/glossary-of-quilting-terms/

If terms like bearding, sashing and binding leave you feeling mystified, check out the National Quilters Circle's handy glossary of quilting terms for some quick illumination.

Block of the Week: 52 Quilt Block Patterns

https://ruthsstitchery.com/blogs/blog

In 2021, local Colorado Springs shop Ruth's Stitchery ran a Block of the Week quilting blog, with free instructions for 52 different quilt blocks. Difficulty levels vary from beginner to advanced. 

More Free Quilt Block Patterns

https://www.generations-quilt-patterns.com/free-quilt-block-patterns.html

A library of more than 100 free quilt block patterns with instructions. Most patterns include cutting instructions to make the block in several different sizes.

Choosing Batting for a Quilt

https://www.diaryofaquilter.com/choosing-batting-for-a-quilt/

Author Amy Smart provides an easy-to-follow guide on choosing the right batting (the interior, insulating layer) for your quilt. Very helpful for first-time quilters!

Beginner's Guide to Machine Quilting

https://suzyquilts.com/how-to-machine-quilt/

Once you've sewn your quilt blocks and chosen your batting, it's time to actually quilt your quilt! Suzy Quilts provides this beginner's guide to machine quilting on a home sewing machine.

Quilt Binding Tutorial

https://www.diaryofaquilter.com/finishing-quilt-tutorial/

Binding a quilt's edges is the very last step in the process! This tutorial from Amy Smart walks you through creating and stitching a quilt binding, including those tricky corners.