Popular Patchwork

Advanced techniques

New classes at Gillian Cooper Studios

Patchwork and quilting and surface design classes in Balfron, Scotland

3rd International Block Swap: In the Sun

Building on the great success of past community activities, the online portal Quilt around the World is organizing a new project for patchwork enthusiasts around the globe: the 3rd International Block Swap, this time with the theme "In the Sun". Subscribers Only

Journal Quits Challenge

In 2009, PP ran a monthly journal quilt challenge, and we thought we might like to revisit some of the techniques we explored.

Gillian's Journal Quilt - Using Bondaweb

To kick the journal challenge off, here is the first journal quilt using Bondaweb by Gillian Cooper

From photo to fabric wall hanging

Rosemary's step by step guide to making a wall hanging from a photograph.

Mr X Stitch Lecture at Toft Alpaca

An inspiring insight into contemporary embroidery, catch up with Mr X Stitch on Saturday 21st September 2013 Subscribers Only

Machine quilting as a positive option

Wholecloth Quilting for the 21st Century, C June Barnes puts forward the case for machine quilting

Italian Quilting

Moira Neal explores italian quilting.

Quilting Frame Solutions

Dusie is the proud owner of her first machine quilting frame! Join her in her new adventure, and find out how got on with ordering, building and using it!

Foundation Piecing

Pauline Lindsey demonstrates the tricks and skill of foundation piecing

Technique in a Day: Tyvek

Inspired by Judy Fairless' article in the May issue of Popular Patchwork, Katy experiments with Tyvek and a Moorish Fortress theme

Super Calligraphic

Whether it's to add humour or to create a background, stitched writing is the Signature mark of a Dorothy Stapleton quilt.

Jan's Postcard Tutorial Part Two

Janet McElroy shows us how to finish the edges of fabric postcards. Reproduced with kind permission from Jan. See the original lesson and read more fascinating tips and stories at Jan's Musing.

Jan's Postcard Tutorial Part One

Janet McElroy shares the secrets of fabric postcards. Reproduced with kind permission from Jan. See the original lesson and read more fascinating tips and stories at Jan's Musing.