African Wax print fabrics (or Ankara’s) are some of my favorite textiles to work with. The colors are so eye-catching because they are big, bold, and beautiful. So, quite naturally, we quilters are drawn to them and want to use them in our projects. However, they can seem a little daunting to wor …

We’re very close to Christmas and with so much going on, sometimes there’s no time left to decorate enough, or make a cute add-on to our gifts. So what about using up those scrap fabric pieces to make some quick tree ornaments? These are perfect to gift too! Add them as a tag, on a card, or anywhere …

Those gift-giving days are just around the corner. Are you stuck on what to give a loved one? Out of ideas on how to wow your neighbor? Never underestimate the joy and lasting impression you will make on someone when you give them a hand-made gift. The labor of love will fill the hearts of all who r …

At Cotton Cuts, we are excited to put our spotlight on our Featured Designer Swan Sheridan of Swan Amity Studios for the month of December. In addition to being such a talented quilter and pattern designer, Swan also teaches classes, both in person and online. You can learn even more about her on he …

It’s tool time! Today, I bring you a tutorial on a product that can bring something new to your practice and get the family involved (if you choose to let them touch your precious fabrics). That product is the Clover Pom Pom Maker! Adding pom poms has been such a fun way for me to add texture to my …

These scrap-busting stars make great holiday ornaments or decorations and are easy enough that kids can enjoy making them, too.Here’s what you’ll need: 3 strips of fabric for each star I used 3” x 10” strips for the larger stars and 2” x 7” strips for the smaller star.You can use 3 strips of the s …