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Tips for Tiny Piecing

It’s no secret that we love everything Giucy Giuce designs. We even just had him here teaching for a fun retreat and more on the schedule! And since he’s known for his fun tiny piecing patterns, we wanted to give you our best tips for making your tiny pieced projects have a big visual impact. Pay attention to your fabric quality. Since you’re already shopping at Quilting Mayhem and bringing home Giucy Giuce fabrics, among others, you know that using quilt shop quality cottons for intense piecing is key. They hold their shape better and are less

September 18, 2024

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Make Quilting More Accessible

Quilting, crafting, creating are all great activities for your brain, but they can be tough on your body without making some adjustments. Fortunately, we have a great set of tools to make quilting more accessible to everyone. Think ergonomically designed notions to ease the physical demands of quilting, adjustable workstations, and sewing gadgets to reduce strain. We want to make sure that anyone who wants to can quilt, so check out our favorite tools and notions to make quilting more accessible. Oliso Iron Everyone wants a great iron, and the Oliso SmartIron with iTouch technology is a

July 17, 2024

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How to Go On A Fabric Diet

Ah, the smell of fresh fabric, the sound of silky threads running through your machine needle, and the thrill of a stack of patterns waiting to be brought to life - for a quilter, these are a few of our favorite things. Yet as we start a new year, many of us are considering a unique resolution that might initially sound like taking all the fun out of quilting: a fabric diet. What is a fabric diet? We’ve all heard that strict diets are the hardest to keep and most likely to fail. So let me assure

January 16, 2024

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Create Your Quilting Wishlist: A Step By Step Guide

Create a holiday wishlist at Quilting Mayhem to add a touch of magic to the holiday season. With the wishlist, you're in the driver's seat, or rather Santa’s Sleigh, and you can fill your wishlist with every sewing and quilting item you want. No more awkward surprises – unless you want them. You’re in control of organization so you can easily prevent duplicates and the easy sharing options make spreading the holiday cheer a breeze. It's like sending out a letter to Santa, only this time, your loved ones get to play Santa. Here’s how

December 1, 2023

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Meet the Mayhem Makers: Kimberly

Quilting Mayhem is a big place; it’s 17,000 feet of fabric, sewing machines, and inspiration. And there’s a lot of hands behind the scenes making all of it work seamlessly (yes we said seamlessly!). For today’s post, we’re doing something a little different and sharing the people that make Quilting Mayhem the treasure it truly is. Let's meet the Mayhem makers! I'm Kimberly, and I work in Fabricland. Let’s start at the beginning. How did you get started quilting or sewing? I started sewing when I started at Quilting Mayhem. The other staff are so enthusiastic and inspirational

October 6, 2023

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Sewing for Small Spaces

Small spaces pose a unique set of challenges when it comes to sewing, especially if you're living in a compact environment like a dorm room or an RV. However, don't let a lack of space hamper your creativity! Here are some clever tips for fitting a full-blown sewing area into whatever cozy corner you have handy. Smart Organization is Key When space is limited, getting organized is essential. Use vertical storage solutions, like wall-mounted shelves or pegboards, to store your fabrics, threads, and tools. Clear, stackable containers like this Presser Foot Storage Box can help you see

August 1, 2023

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Six Free Rainbow Quilt Patterns for Pride

LGBTQIA+ plus ROYGBIV equals a rainbow quilt roundup! We’ve put together six of our favorite free patterns full of vibrant colors to celebrate love, inclusivity, and diversity. What better way to embrace the spirit of Pride than by creating quilts in a rainbow palette? Highland Falls Quilt - Fabric from the Attic A rainbow of stars made with space age prints is arranged in an unusual diagonal setting. The stars wink in and out, some dark and bold, other softly muted. The fun comes with arranging the stars in rainbow order! Going Up Use those big, beautiful, prints you’ve

June 1, 2023

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Build Your Stash with a Subscription Box

Picture this, you go to your door and find a box. You open the box and discover the most beautiful assortment of fabrics have arrived from your favorite quilt shop, aka Quilting Mayhem, and they’re just what you need to reignite your sewjo. You happily pet the fabric stack, adding some to your stash, some to the latest project you’ve been planning, and one goes with you to the shop to find the bolt. They’re perfect! It’s not a fantasy, it’s a Subscription Box from Quilting Mayhem! My fabric subscription helps me instantly build variety in my

May 18, 2023

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Why Shopping Small At Quilting Mayhem is a Big Deal for Quilting, Sewing, and Crafting Enthusiasts

We love to quilt, to sew, and to make things. Call it a cherished pastime, or an obsession depending on the day, but making mayhem is a have-to activity, our creative outlet, and an escape from the daily stresses of life. Since we think so much about what to make, you can bet we put thought into where we shop. While big box retailers may seem convenient, shopping small and supporting local businesses, such as Quilting Mayhem, is the way to go. Supporting Your Local Small Businesses Small businesses are the lifeblood of local economies. By choosing

April 18, 2023

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Temperature Quilt Along 2020

So, what is a temperature quilt? A temperature quilt is made up of either 365 or 366 blocks, one for every day of the year, using fabrics that correlate to the temperature in your area each day. You can start with the new year on January 1st or go back to a previous year and look up temperatures. Here are our top five tips for planning your temperature quilt. Tip 1: Create a reference sheet for your fabrics. Print out a chart to which you can add small fabric swatches to keep track of what colors to use

December 30, 2019

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