Comments for The Seasoned Homemaker®

Comment on DIY Zippered Box Pouch Tutorial by Machelle H

Machelle H — Mon, 15 Apr 2024 23:30:02 +0000

I absolutely agree with you about exposed seams on boxed zipper bags. I immediately skip the tutorial if the finished product has exposed seams. Thank you for the tutorial!

Comment on DIY Zippered Box Pouch Tutorial by Kirsten

Kirsten — Fri, 12 Apr 2024 08:43:09 +0000

My daughter loves hers and her friend wants one too!! Excellent tutorial, easy to follow and good photos.

Comment on How to Bind a Quilt by Machine by Tootie

Tootie — Sat, 30 Mar 2024 11:45:32 +0000

Awesome! So clear and helpful, especially the mitered corners and joining the ends. Thank you so much!

Comment on How to Make an Easy Patchwork Quilt by Margaret Anne Nichols

Margaret Anne Nichols — Sun, 24 Mar 2024 15:19:23 +0000

OK I get that, thanks. But in the directions, does that mean that for each row of blocks sewn together, I press the seam allowances one up and one down, or for each row of blocks I press the seam allowance on the top “up” and the bottom “down”? Maybe it doesn’t matter and that both will work, as long as there is consistency? I know it’s probably simple but for someone who is new, this is the kind of stuff that stumps us. Well me anyway!

Comment on How to Make an Easy Patchwork Quilt by Leslie

Leslie — Sun, 24 Mar 2024 12:05:36 +0000

In reply to Margaret Anne Nichols. Nesting, in the context of connecting quilt blocks, is a technique used to ensure the seams of adjoining blocks align precisely with each other, creating a smooth, flat surface. This is typically achieved by pressing the seam allowances of adjacent blocks in opposite directions so that when the blocks are placed right sides together, the seam allowances "nest" or interlock. This method helps to reduce bulk at the seam intersections, making it easier to sew through multiple layers of fabric and improving the overall appearance and durability of the quilt.

Comment on How to Make an Easy Patchwork Quilt by Margaret Anne Nichols

Margaret Anne Nichols — Fri, 22 Mar 2024 23:54:47 +0000

I am truly a beginner and never understand what the directions mean here: “On each row, press quilt allowances in opposite directions.” Later, it says if you have done this, they will ‘nest’ nicely.
I know most quilters and sewists know what this means but it’s vague to us “newbies”! Can you please help me?

Comment on In the Hayloft Pattern Suite by Leslie

Leslie — Wed, 06 Mar 2024 15:01:06 +0000

In reply to Deborah. All additions can be found in the pattern's QR Code page.

Comment on How to Choose the Best Fabric for a Quilt by Ruth

Ruth — Tue, 05 Mar 2024 17:40:24 +0000

Thank you for this post. I like precuts but there is always at least 4 designs I never use, I don’t really like dots, stars or stripes. My preference is floral prints, from tiny to mid sized, and solids. I don’t mind cutting my own strips or squares from yardage and I save a lot of money that way.
When I put together colors for a new project I ask my sister for her opinion. She doesn’t quilt but her “eye for color” is great. Between us we put together some really nice color and design combinations.

Comment on Easter Peeps Mug Rug Tutorial by Chandra

Chandra — Thu, 29 Feb 2024 02:31:36 +0000

Adorable! Thank you for this free pattern! I’m making a pair of mug rugs for my parents right now and they are coming out great! Those peeps are super cute.

Comment on In the Hayloft Pattern Suite by Deborah

Deborah — Wed, 28 Feb 2024 15:40:49 +0000

I love your In The Hayloft pattern but I was wondering if you could give me the numbers of the fabrics you used in the table runner ….i looked up the lighthearted series and there are quite a few to choose from ….I also was wondering if you can adjust the 61”x61” to a queen and king sized quilt…I can’t wait to get started…I just purchased the suite. Thanks for your help!