Quilting is one of the most beautiful ways to discover your creative side. Creating something with your hands gives immense pleasure to the creator and a sense of satisfaction. If you have been thinking of making some cozy quilts for your home, you have anchored at the right place. We will try to keep it simple and brief. This quick quilting guide will help you overcome the impediments you are facing to begin the quilting and patchwork. 

In this guide, we will walk you through the basics of quilting. Let’s begin.

What is Quilting?

Quilting is a process of stitching two or more layers of fabric together. After creating a fabric sandwich, a layer of batting is added inside. The process remains the same for every piece of quilt you create. However, the quilting fabrics and batting can change according to your need and preferences.

What is the difference between Quilting and Patchwork?

Quilting and patchwork are often confused with each other. You might have heard these terms also. But, Quilting and Patchwork are two completely different terms that belong to the same process. 

Quilting is the process of making quilts by stitching different layers of fabric. On the other hand, patchwork is the process of stitching small pieces of garments to make a patchwork fabric. This fabric serves as a top of the quilt. 

Patchwork is an ancient technique that is popular even today. You can create beautiful patterns using patchwork fabrics and make beautiful quilt tops. You can use patchwork fabrics for crafting and decorating your homes. Not only quilts tops, but you can also create patchwork cushions, pillow covers, rugs, and other decorative items using patchwork. There are endless combinations of patchwork for a creative mind. Therefore, you always have an opportunity to make a beautiful top sheet for your quilts using quilting fabrics.

Essential Quilting Supplies For Beginners

No matter what you start, you will need the tools for creating new art. Therefore, we have created a list of all the essential supplies you’ll need to make quilts.

Fabrics

Whether you are a beginner or a professional, you will need quilting fabrics. Fabrics are the building blocks of the quilting journey. If you choose a good quality quilting fabric, you can create a quilt that can last for years. You can choose from different fabric materials and colors. At East Coast Fabrics, we have a vast range of quilting fabrics. You can shop directly from our website or visit our store to buy the best quilting and patchwork fabrics in Brisbane.

A Sewing Machine

If you are a beginner, you can start with a simple sewing machine to expedite the quilting. We don’t recommend quilting by hand because it’s very exhausting and time-consuming. The hand stitching could be overwhelming for a starter. Therefore, you can start with an entry-level sewing machine.

Threads

Can you imagine sewing fabrics without threads? 

No, right! That’s why we believe in using quality threads for quilting and patchwork. The stronger your sewing thread, the better. Try using quality threads with your favorite quilting fabrics to increase their life span. You can also choose sewing threads from our collection. We are committed to providing you with the best quality supplies to make your quilting journey easier.

Scissors

A small decision like choosing a pair of scissors can also impact the quality of your final product. When you are working with textiles, precision is necessary. The quality of the final products depends a lot on the cut pieces of fabric. Therefore, having a pair of quality scissors becomes very important to carry the cutting process smoothly. 

Fabric Clips

To make a good quality product, invest in some fabric clips. It will help to handle the different layers of the quilting fabrics better than pins. If you are a beginner, fabric clips will help make the process easier.

Rotary Cutter

Scissors might not be enough if you want to work with large pieces of fabric. You will need a rotary cutter to simplify the process. A rotary cutter will help you easily slice multiple pieces of textiles perfectly. 

You can get a collection of the rotary cutter at our store. We can help in choosing the right one for you.

Cutting Mat

Would you like to damage your expensive table tops or surface while working with cutters and scissors?

Never, right? 

Therefore, you should always invest in a cutting mat. Beginners are more prone to make mistakes and cause damage. 

Now, you know the basics of quilting. We wish you a piece of good luck in beginning your quilting journey.