2020-05-21 17:01
Free Falling Upward: Gravity and the Aspen Trees, 18″ x 20.5″
This is a new quilt which I submitted to the Great Wisconsin Mini Quilt Challenge.
It quilt depicts my experie… Read More
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2020-02-19 14:29
Here’s the before.I can live with this one.The back story: I recently decided to make a series of quilts out of some fat quarters that I dyed. The fabrics were created using an ice-dye… Read More
2019-08-23 17:40
Wandering With Abandon, 30″ x 40″ Lisa Berentsen, 2019Wandering With Abandon is going to Quilt Expo in Madison, WI, then will be on the road for two years as part of an exhibit o… Read More
2019-02-11 19:39
This challenge was simply a size restriction. The quilt had to be bigger than a bread box, (defined as 16″ x 8″.) I’m on the road again, and sewing in a makeshift studio wi… Read More
2019-01-29 22:13
Project Quilting second challenge in Season 10 was to make a quilt containing only the colors red, white and blue in a one-week window. Here’s my result. I titled it “Promis… Read More
2019-01-13 17:49
The Project Quilting Challenge this week is to construct a quilt inspired by the phrase: “Hope springs eternal.”
Alexander Pope’s complete statement in the Essay of… Read More
2018-12-18 17:43
“Illusion is the first of all pleasures.” -Voltaire
Lisa’s two-color quilt has been juried into Quiltcon Presented by The Modern Quilt Guild in Nashville in February… Read More
2018-11-15 19:47
The November Summit called “Making Traditional Blocks Your Own” is over but the quilts we made will last forever.
We had a phenomenal group and it was no surprise to me that each… Read More
2018-11-03 13:48
What will your quilt look like?
We’ve got a great group, and space for two more at the QT Summit November 6th-8th in Lake Geneva, WI.
About the Summit:
You’ll be Making Tradition… Read More
2018-10-08 13:31
Once I finally decided how to quilt the New Zealand quilt, it didn’t take long. Deciding how to quilt it, though, took a bit of time. In this video, I discuss several of the ideas I ha… Read More
2018-09-29 14:26
When I was in New Zealand, I was incredibly lucky to see two glaciers that terminate in a rain forest. Walking up to view these waning phenomena, and catching glimpses of the sun and the gla… Read More
2018-09-21 17:18
I grew up with highly artistic family members. My sisters were drawing realistic dogs and cats- I mean REALISTIC, dogs and cats- before kindergarten. Around the age of ten, I master… Read More
2018-09-17 01:59
…to fill up the QT Summit November 6th-8th in Lake Geneva, WI.
SIGN UP with a friend by October 4th and receive FREE LODGING for the nights of November 6th and 7th, a $100 value.
Use… Read More
2018-09-12 17:13
Correctly determining the color value of fabric makes fabric selection and placement a sure thing. Here, Lisa talks about how she uses red and green color filters, as well as a five-step val… Read More
2018-09-11 14:23
The charge was to make a quilt inspired by a summer festival, and I had a week to do it. The only festival I attended this summer was Inti Raymi (Inti- Sun, Raymi- Festival) which was celebr… Read More
2018-08-29 18:34
It is important to see what you’re looking at; and knowing how to see the colors and values in fabrics is important to making the quilts you intent to. Today, Lisa gives a quick lesson… Read More
2018-08-14 17:15
Here’s a bit about what you’ll do at the upcoming Summit. You’ll never look at your quilt blocks the same….you’ll come away from the Summit with the skills to… Read More
2018-08-02 21:00
So, one of the few things I find more rewarding than finishing a quilt is teaching quilting. For years I taught general and specialized quilt-making classes at our local technical college an… Read More
2018-07-06 15:59
This friendly alpaca contributes wool for weaving.
I just returned from Peru, a beautiful country that was home to the Inca culture.
Lima is the largest city in Peru, but Cuzc… Read More
2018-06-23 20:20
Quilters’ needles are called “sharps” because they are. Even the most seasoned quilters will prick their fingers and get blood on their quilts. Don’t let your hard wo… Read More
2018-06-20 22:44
Having some insight about what type of quilter you are will help you choose projects and be happier with the quilts you make.
The post Are you a “Pointed” Quilter? appeared firs… Read More
2018-06-15 18:34
Do you ever have enough time to quilt? Lisa shares tricks for getting more done in whatever time you have available.
The post Getting More Done: Quilt Like a Manufacturer appeared first on… Read More
2018-06-10 13:32
Today we’re back with a great tip that will help you stay organized and save you valuable time and heartache down the road. By saving your selvage, you can avoid unforeseen pitfalls in… Read More
2018-05-25 19:16
Definition of a snob: A person with an exaggerated respect for high social position or wealth who seeks to associate with social superiors and dislikes people or activities regarded as lower… Read More
2018-04-23 15:46
For your best quilting results, finding a correct and consistent quarter inch seam is essential. In this video blog, Lisa tells you why you should and how to do it.
The post Quilter’s… Read More
2018-04-13 20:07
“What goes around comes around” is the basic understanding of how karma, the spiritual law of cause and effect, works. The word “karma” literally means activity… Read More
2018-04-11 22:16
There is no single blueprint for the quilt design process. What a quilter sees inevitably drives the process. Since every quilter sees things his/her own way, the process is individual to ea… Read More
2018-04-09 21:40
You’re putting a lot of time and fabric into your quilts, you need to put good thread into it, too. Not all thread is the same, and many are surprised to learn that thread can go bad o… Read More
2018-04-03 20:44
I remember when we used to sew to save money.
In the beginning, there were flour bags, old clothing and scraps from new clothes. These made up the quilting fabric. Remember the labyrinthine… Read More
2018-03-30 17:27
Easter has become much more hectic as my family has grown. I had no problems when I was the Mom, but as Grandma, I’m not as efficient. My efforts were adequate when I had three grandch… Read More
2018-03-08 13:07
The reno is nearly done.
We’re moving in to our new digs! How do you like the new Quilter’s Thread?
Quilter’s Thread isn’t just redesigned, it is refocused. Our desig… Read More
2018-02-27 15:39
At Quilter’s Thread, small things are changing in big ways.
Most of our community members are accessing the app through the web. Patterns are a big part of QT, and downloading and prin… Read More
2018-02-06 21:28
Circa 1928. Can you believe how pristine this quilt is? This is only quilt Grandma ever made. She made it for her only son. Soon, it will be passed from her great-grandson to his son.
The… Read More
2018-02-05 23:08
How I Finally took the “U” out of UFO.
Every quilter’s New Year’s resolution is to finish UFO’s. I’ve made that resolution more ways than anyone I know.
I… Read More
2017-05-09 19:20
After Christmas and Valentine’s Day, Mother’s Day is the biggest card-giving day of the year. If you’re anything like me, you’re pressed for time to search for the ri… Read More
2017-04-13 18:54
It may not seem like it, but there is still plenty of time to make this quilted basket for Easter giving. You can find the free pattern by logging in to the app, and going to the Library in… Read More
2017-03-23 19:26
We at Quilter’s Thread are looking into the histories of many traditional quilt blocks, and we’re starting to share them with you. Periodically, we will post a block, it’s… Read More
2016-12-01 18:17
Christmas is coming,
My stash is getting fat,
I’m giving five quilts and ten placemats,
If I don’t receive a thank you, a hug or nod will do
If you don’t tak… Read More
2016-10-18 18:39
Many say differently, but I say, “There is no cheating in quilting.”
Google “Cheater Quilt,” you’ll get 169,000 results.
Now try Googling “Cheater Quilts… Read More
2016-09-22 16:06
Once you have picked out your fabric the next step is to start cutting the fabric. It is important to take your time when cutting the fabric so that you don’t make any errors. B… Read More
2016-08-19 21:42
Quilter’s Thread Mobile App has a new monthly engagement pattern prize for the month that you’ll want to get your hands on. This pattern is called the Amish Four-Patch. It is a t… Read More
2016-08-17 01:51
When your favorite quilt gets ruined or torn it can be a hard thing to get over. Whether it was a quilt that has been passed down by a family member or whether it was your first ever quilt m… Read More
2016-08-05 19:32
With it now being August it is time to start brainstorming new ideas for fall and winter projects for all the festivities and holidays that are about to come. I love the summer but I also lo… Read More
2016-07-22 21:00
If you are a quilter who prefers machine quilting or are a beginner with sewing machines here are five helpful tips to help make the process of machine quilting go over smoothly from start… Read More
2016-07-17 17:34
We are happy to announce that Quilter’s Thread Mobile App will have a booth at the Quilt Expo this year. The Quilt Expo event goes from September 8th to the 10th from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m… Read More
2016-07-12 22:04
Our new pattern prize for this month is the Grandma’s Bow Tie quilt pattern. This is a great quilt pattern for trying new colors and fabrics because of the bow ties interlocking with e… Read More
2016-07-09 20:50
As promised in the past blog post about the Bargello pattern, here is a blog post about the convergence technique. The term convergence is defined as the process or state of converging, comi… Read More
2016-07-01 21:28
I love summer because of all the bright sunny days and beautiful colors of flowers. Summer is by far my most favorite season. Something about the warm air and longer days puts me in a better… Read More
2016-06-12 19:08
Its the middle of June which means no matter where you are in the United States it is getting hot outside… finally!! With the warm weather making us want to stay outside all day or at… Read More
2016-06-03 14:31
Quilter’s Thread has a new pattern prize for this month and its one you’ll want to get. The Bargello quilt is a stunning work of art that moves in waves and curves beautifully… Read More
2016-05-27 18:40
This week has been beautiful with the temperature getting even hotter and the sun shinning brighter. After a cold winter it’s time to lay outside and soak up that sun. What better way… Read More
2016-05-22 22:19
Now that it is finally starting to feel like the summer with the warm temperatures and the bright sunlight shinning all day, it is time to talk about the sun and its effects on fabrics. Its… Read More
2016-05-17 00:19
Now that it is finally getting warmer outside its time to start brainstorming new and fun summer quilt designs. Summer quilts are perfect to use for picnics and trips to the beach. I pe… Read More
2016-05-15 23:44
With the quilt top finished, there were still decisions to be made and work to be done.
Of course, the backing had to be chosen. That was easy enough.
The batting can be a different issue… Read More
2016-05-01 17:10
Quilter’s Thread Mobile App has a new pattern prize for this month that you’ll want to have. This quilt pattern is called the Royal Braid quilt hence the pattern resembles a brai… Read More
2016-04-22 22:45
After I had finished cutting all of my fabric in the previous blog post, it was then time for me to start quilting all of the pieces together! This is the part that took the most time and fo… Read More
2016-04-15 17:09
If you are a beginner quilter you are likely therefore a beginner to the fabric cutting process as well. This step of the quilting process was the most nerve wrecking part for me simply bec… Read More
2016-04-10 19:22
In this blog piece I will walk you through the journey of creating my very first quilt and the decisions and thought process that went into making it. This first post will discuss the… Read More
2016-04-09 15:35
In the next few blogs, she’ll tell us what it was like. We hope experienced quilters will be inspired by her excitement and newbies will have their fears allayed.
I chose the pattern f… Read More
2016-04-01 22:15
Quilter’s Thread has a new pattern prize for this month that you’ll want to have. This quilt pattern is called the Royal Braid quilt hence the pattern resembles a braid shape. Th… Read More
2016-03-19 18:53
Minky fabric also called “Cuddle Cloth” is a kind of fabric that is becoming more and more popular to make bed quilts with because of its super soft and fluffy touch. Minky fabri… Read More
2016-03-10 00:36
This month’s new pattern prize is one you’ll want to get your hands on and is the perfect project to now that it is finally spring. This quilt pattern is also great for St. Patri… Read More
2016-02-26 23:59
The month of March is most famous for St. Patrick’s Day, a holiday honoring Irelands foremost saint St. Patrick’s and Irish culture. In honor of St. Patricks Day here is a g… Read More
2016-02-19 22:19
Quilter’s Thread Mobile App has a new pattern prize for this February that you’ll want to get. This quilt is called Square To Be Dare and it is a perfect pattern to make for this… Read More
2016-02-12 23:47
The self-binding method also called the invisible stitching is a simple and easy process of binding your quilt. You simply sew on the inside of the folds so the stitching is on the in… Read More
2016-01-29 23:20
Squaring Up a Quilt Block
As a beginner quilter squaring up your block is an important task that is easy to learn but can also be a frustrating part of the quilting process if not done right… Read More
2016-01-16 20:09
1. Wall Of Shelf’s Or Dressers
Having a wall of shelf’s in your work area room is a great way to store your fabrics and tools away and in clear view. Or you can use a dres… Read More
2016-01-08 22:39
Quilter’s Thread Mobile App has a new pattern prize this January that you’ll want to get. This quilt is called Snail on the Beach and is a perfect pattern to make for this spring… Read More
2016-01-07 01:05
To help make your projects run smoothly it’s important to organize your quilting room so that it is neat and clean for when you start a project. Having an organized room will help you… Read More
2015-12-22 21:28
A travel size bag or storage case is perfect to keep your quilting tools organized when quilting on the go. Instead of going to the store to buy a travel or storage bag why not put your sewi… Read More
2015-12-11 20:24
Everyone knows that there are different ways and methods to complete a quilt. It seems like everyone is trying to find new “hacks” such as tips and tricks to speeding up the proc… Read More
2015-12-04 21:57
If you have already finished making our Candy Cane Christmas Quilt from our previous blog post last week here is another project for you to start on this winter! This quilt is called The Win… Read More
2015-11-27 21:54
Now that Thanksgiving is over its time to start planning for Christmas this year. Christmas themed quilts are the perfect gift to give a family member or friend. By making that special perso… Read More
2015-11-20 21:05
Want an easy project to start that you can use or give as a gift in time for this Christmas? Instead of making another quilt, why not make a fabric gift box to place your belongings or a pre… Read More
2015-11-14 23:09
Quilter’s Thread has a new prize this November that you’ll want to get. The new quilt pattern is named the Migration Quilt or is also called the “Geese Migration” Qui… Read More
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