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Meet The Colorways Part 3(Post)
Let's continue with our analysis of our newest Puzzle Mystery Quilt Carnival. We are offering our detectives a RECORD number of colorways this go around. There is certainly a colorway that will appea ...
Quilting Inspiration from Nature – Explorations with Beth Ann Williams(Post)What inspires you? What do you think about when you choose fabrics for a sewing or quilting project? Do you find yourself drawn to certain colors, shapes, or pattern styles?I get much of my creative ...
Quilted Scarf(Post)December has arrived! It is snowing lightly here in St. Louis, watching out my window I am mesmerized by the slowly falling snowflakes drifting and blowing in the breeze. It makes for a wonderful win ...
A Rainbow of Results: The Color Challenge Wrap-Up(Post)As the Cotton Cuts Color Challenge for 2024 has come to a close, we’re celebrating a year of creativity, color, and community—where simple blocks became stunning quilts and a fun idea grew into an in ...
Turning Nine and Feeling Fine(Post)Happy Birthday, Cotton Cuts! What began as a small spark of inspiration has grown into nine years of shared passion and creativity. In October 2016, Cotton Cuts shipped its very first box. Like ma ...
A Modern Voice for Clue 2(Post)Creative lines, happy stitches, and Ashelyn Down at the helm There’s something special about a creative journey that doesn’t follow a straight line—and Ashelyn Down of Urban Dwell ...
Meet Leila! (Post)Leila is our December Featured Designer and we are so excited for you to learn more about her! You can learn more about her at leilagardunia.com. My name is Leila and, so you don’t have to ask, it’s ...
Quilt Binding in 10 Steps(Post)Binding is one of the last steps in finishing your quilt. After spending hours upon hours, days upon days, months or even longer working on your quilt, it’s finally time to close it up. Now, it’s ti ...
From Piecing to Perfection: Finishing your PMQ(Post)Yee Haw, Wild West detectives! The mystery of our Wild West Puzzle Mystery Quilt has been solved. And we are thrilled to show you how it has all come together. Katie Bridwell shared her Calami ...
An Advent Calendar From Ellie(Post)It’s almost holiday season which means it’s time for everyone to start planning how they wish to celebrate! One of my favorite things is the time leading up to Christmas, and using an advent calendar ...
DIY Animal Stuffies(Post)Hello all! It’s Theresa and I’m back once more to make another project!Aren’t these little faces the cutest? These are part of the Storytime fabric collection by Brenda Walton for Blend Fabrics. We ...
Sew Much To See(Post)Why Quilt Shows Are a Must for Every Maker Soon, I’ll be celebrating four years working at Cotton Cuts. Looking back, I consider those first two years not just a job, but an education. Before ...
Meet Your Wild West Wranglers(Post)You are never on your own when you sign up for a Cotton Cuts Puzzle Mystery Quilt. When tackling your Cotton Cuts PMQ, it's reassuring to know that you have plenty of resources at your fingertip ...
Flight Path Completed: Reflecting on Flyway(Post)A finish so pretty, we’re still flying high about it. We’re beginning our final descent on Flyway! Last week’s Big Reveal showed how our latest Puzzle Mystery Quilt came together ...
A Day in the Life at Cotton Cuts(Post)Many of our members enjoy a look behind the scenes at how their beautiful monthly fabric boxes are curated. So today we’re peeling back the curtain and giving everyone a little peek. Just like no two ...
Quick Drawstring Bags(Post)Drawstring bags can be used in a variety of ways and are so quick and easy to make. They make a nice presentation for a special occasion like a baby shower or birthday as gift bags. They are the perf ...
Spot On: The Art of Fussy Cutting(Post)Snip smart, sew beautifully—let your fabric do the talking. Christy Berry First, let’s make sure we all know exactly what Fussy Cutting is in the quilting world. Here is what Google ha ...
All About Batting(Post)I was so interested and taken up with the idea of learning to sew a beautiful quilt top, with all of the fantastic fabrics and endless ideas for patterns, that I overlooked the process of finishing u ...
Fun with Fussy Cutting(Post)Have you ever bought a piece of fun novelty print fabric that you just aren’t sure what to do with? Do you ever look at a piece of fabric and pick out a motif that you think would look great in a qui ...
Quilting for Charity with Crystal Heart(Post)Some people know her as Crystal Heart, but her real name is Krystle Chaisson Smith. She is a lifelong crafter and creator with an unwavering commitment to share her passion and skills with the world.
Gnomes Gnomes Gnomes(Post)As we dance into 2024, our lovable gnomes are here to stay, continuing to be your trusty companions on the creative journey. These monthly gnomes aren't just tiny fabric figures; they're your partner ...
Binder Pouch and Apple Coaster(Post)Back to school brings to mind many different feelings and emotions depending on where you are in life. I have always loved the idea of a fresh start and new school supplies in fun colors. The August ...
Floral States of America (Post)The crowds are going wild for our latest project at Cotton Cuts -- Floral States of America. Our latest special project at Cotton Cuts is bringing together so many things that today's quilters j ...
DIY Fabric Easter Basket(Post)Mother Nature has sent a strong reminder that February is supposed to be cold and snowy! Most of the US endured a week of snow and sub zero temperatures feeling the wrath of the Polar Vortex. Enough ...