From hand painted cross stitch patterns to intricate knitted designs to textile complex quilts, artists and hobbyists alike are drawn to the array of fiber arts shops and organizations strewn across ...

Beginning May 14, the quilt exhibit will be open during regular museum hours (Wed.-Fri. noon-4 p.m. or Sun., 1-4 p.m.) or by appointment for groups. Admission is free although donations are ...

A beginner stitch sampler kit is ... At its core, quilting involves stitching together layers of fabric, often in intricate patterns, to create both beautiful and functional items.

Read on to discover what shibori is, how you can try it and the best kits for beginners to ... design you could add hand stitched quilting that follows the shibori pattern to certain patches.

Hand quilting is the process of using a needle and thread to sew a running stitch to bind the layers together. A quilter can ...

“Adhering the three layers is actually called quilting. Doing it by hand ... beginners on budgets. “You need a small cutting mat, rotary cutter and machine that will sew a straight stitch ...

American women have long used quilts to send messages to lawmakers, from abolitionists and suffragettes to the AIDS Memorial ...

The Watauga Arts Council is thrilled to unveil its diverse lineup of hands-on classes and workshops designed to spark creativity, foster skill-building, and bring our arts-loving community together.

SAN MIGUEL ESCOBAR, Guatemala (AP) — Stitch by stitch, artisans have worked for months ... 28 artisans — mostly women — lean over yards of rich velvet spread across tables, hand-stitching the cloaks, ...

Rich in fruits, vegetables, whole grains, and heart-healthy fats, the Mediterranean diet is both delicious and nutritious. It may help manage your weight, protect your heart, and prevent diabetes ...