Quilt Design Ideas

Do you have extra scraps collecting dust in your quilting studio? Here's a quick, easy way to use up old scraps and do some good at the same time!

Karen McTavish is an award-winning quilter who owns and operates McTavish Quilting Studio. In this article, she shares how she gets her inspiration for quilting designs.

In this video tutorial, APQS Dealer and Educator Lauren Jackson shows you how to quilt the "Tribal Border" border design. This fun, versatile design combines back-and-forth technique and swirls.

While the designs in the center of your quilt often take center stage, your quilt borders deserve some love, too! Here are five of our most popular border design tutorials for you to try.

From easy-to-follow tutorials to actionable tips, these nine articles are the ones that received the most visits in 2021.

Looking for some quilting inspiration? In this video tutorial, APQS Dealer and Educator Angela Huffman shows you how to quilt the "Loops-a-Daisy" border design. This fun, flowery design would work well with any floral quilt you're creating.

In this video tutorial, APQS Dealer and Educator Angela Huffman shows you how to quilt the "Curlicue Hearts" border design. This sweet, fun design is great for any small border you have.

In this video tutorial, APQS Dealer and Educator Angela Huffman shows you how to quilt the "Lollipop Drops" border design. This adorable, playful two-pass design is perfect for a kiddo quilt!

In this video tutorial, APQS Dealer and Educator Angela Huffman shows you how to quilt the "A" border design. This simple shape is perfect for anyone whose name starts with "A"!

In this video tutorial, APQS Dealer and Educator Angela Huffman shows you how to quilt the "Star March" border design. This cheerful, festive design is sure to get you in the mood for Independence Day!