Free Motion Quilting

If you’re looking to improve your free motion quilting skills, look no further than these articles! Whether you’re a beginner looking to learn the basics or an experienced quilter seeking to refine your craft, our team is here to provide valuable insights and techniques that will help you achieve your quilting goals.


 


I adore a classic double Irish chain quilt pattern (which is named after a surveying tool from the 1800s. Who knew?). These quilts are simple, striking, classic and, as it turns out, something of a puzzle to quilt. When I pieced this top about 7 years ago (yep), my intention was to create a place where I could work on my free-motion skills. The central, open space seemed like a good playground for a pretty motif. I hadnt really thought about the free-motion finishing process beyond that.

The double Irish chain quilt pattern is simple and striking. I threw in…