ThimbleArt http://thimble-art.com The Only 3 Dimensional Foundation Paper Piecing Site Tue, 15 Sep 2009 12:49:30 +0000 http://wordpress.org/?v=2.8.5 en hourly 1 Thimblearthttp://feedburner.google.com Easy Unpicking – Video Tutorial http://thimble-art.com/easy-unpicking-video-tutorial/ http://thimble-art.com/easy-unpicking-video-tutorial/#comments Tue, 15 Sep 2009 12:49:30 +0000 Ruth http://thimble-art.com/?p=770 Here’s a great unpicking tip for fixing quilting mistakes. This method is the best for not stressing the paper, especially since the stitch length is set shorter for paper piecing. Attitudes improve when you can unpick in the same amount of time it took to make the mistake.  Enjoy!

]]> http://thimble-art.com/easy-unpicking-video-tutorial/feed/ 2 Fussy Cuts Video Tutorial http://thimble-art.com/fussy-cuts-video-tutorial/ http://thimble-art.com/fussy-cuts-video-tutorial/#comments Sun, 30 Aug 2009 01:00:39 +0000 Ruth http://thimble-art.com/?p=762 Fussy cuts is the process of placing the print of your fabric exactly where you want it. This little attention to detail can add another level of quality and design to your creations. With paper/foundation piecing this can be tricky, here’s our little secret to placing your prints perfectly.

]]> http://thimble-art.com/fussy-cuts-video-tutorial/feed/ 0 New Video Tutorial – Binding http://thimble-art.com/new-video-tutorial-binding/ http://thimble-art.com/new-video-tutorial-binding/#comments Thu, 06 Aug 2009 06:36:07 +0000 Ruth http://thimble-art.com/?p=757 We know there are several ways to bind a quilt. So, we thought we’d share one technique we use often. It’s easy, and quick, yet looks professional. Let us know if this video was helpful.

]]> http://thimble-art.com/new-video-tutorial-binding/feed/ 1 Long Beach International Quilt Festival http://thimble-art.com/long-beach-international-quilt-festival/ http://thimble-art.com/long-beach-international-quilt-festival/#comments Sat, 25 Jul 2009 20:07:48 +0000 Ruth http://thimble-art.com/?p=725 We’re at the Long Beach International Quilt Festival.  So, if you’re in the area come stop by. We’d love to show you some of our new products. We’re having so much fun with all the great quilters and talented artists. To find more information about the Long Beach International Quilt Festival visit their site, there’s only a few days left. Long Beach

]]> http://thimble-art.com/long-beach-international-quilt-festival/feed/ 0 We Travel by Faith Two by Two: New $3.50 Pattern http://thimble-art.com/we-travel-by-faith-two-by-two/ http://thimble-art.com/we-travel-by-faith-two-by-two/#comments Wed, 22 Jul 2009 21:57:29 +0000 Ruth http://thimble-art.com/?p=710 Quilts are a great way to illustrate stories and Noah is on of the most loved. Children will be reminded of the courage it takes to get on the boat, and parents are always near to support. To purchase this pattern click here to visit our store.

$3.50 patterns will be emailed (PDF format) to you within 24 hours of completing your purchase. This file comes with full color instructions and black and white patterns. You can print the full file or just the patterns to save ink.

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We Travel by Faith Two by Two Quilt Pattern

]]> http://thimble-art.com/we-travel-by-faith-two-by-two/feed/ 1 Gather Your Family! Another Great $3.50 Pattern http://thimble-art.com/gather-your-family-another-great-350-pattern/ http://thimble-art.com/gather-your-family-another-great-350-pattern/#comments Tue, 21 Jul 2009 15:08:01 +0000 Ruth http://thimble-art.com/?p=699 I wanted to create a quilt about protecting our children and gathering them into our arms. This is chicken art with a message. You’ll love it. To purchase this pattern click here to visit our store.

$3.50 patterns will be emailed (PDF format) to you within 24 hours of completing your purchase. This file comes with full color instructions and black and white patterns. You can print the full file or just the patterns to save ink.motherhenpatterncover

]]> http://thimble-art.com/gather-your-family-another-great-350-pattern/feed/ 0 Frog Prince: New $3.50 Pattern http://thimble-art.com/frog-prince-new-350-pattern/ http://thimble-art.com/frog-prince-new-350-pattern/#comments Mon, 20 Jul 2009 19:17:04 +0000 Ruth http://thimble-art.com/?p=689 Every Princess needs a Prince Frog to decorate her room! Here he is in all of his charm. This pattern also comes with a design for his kissy lips. This frog is placed on a whole cloth, which means he can go anywhere. Place him on a bed spread, shirt or child’s quilt. To purchase this pattern click here to visit the quilt store.

$3.50 patterns will be emailed (PDF format) to you within 24 hours of completing your purchase. This file comes with full color instructions and black and white patterns. You can print the full file or just the patterns to save ink.frogpatterncover

]]> http://thimble-art.com/frog-prince-new-350-pattern/feed/ 1 This Free Snowmom Won’t Melt http://thimble-art.com/this-free-snowmom-wont-melt/ http://thimble-art.com/this-free-snowmom-wont-melt/#comments Sun, 19 Jul 2009 22:57:46 +0000 Ruth http://thimble-art.com/?p=672 Here is a great  Christmas in July quilt pattern! We know preparing for the holidays can be difficult, so we thought we’d help you get an early start this year.  “Snowmom” is another free quilt pattern featuring our famous three dimensional foundation/paper piecing techniques. We offer these amazing quilts to help you become familiar with our simple and quick process to construct beautifully pieces of art. This quilt is a great way so say, “I Love You!”. And it can say it again  and again  every Christmas.

snowmomWe’d love to hear what you think about this pattern, feel free to leave a comment below.

Click here to download Snowmom PDF quilt pattern for free.

]]> http://thimble-art.com/this-free-snowmom-wont-melt/feed/ 3 Free Pansy Perfect Quilt Pattern http://thimble-art.com/free-pansy-perfect-quilt-pattern/ http://thimble-art.com/free-pansy-perfect-quilt-pattern/#comments Fri, 17 Jul 2009 23:07:39 +0000 Ruth http://thimble-art.com/?p=660 Since our free quilts are so popular, we thought we’d create another. This one’s inspired by one of our favorite flowers, the Pansy. The flowers really pop off this quilt and create a great composition. Feel free to click the download link and print this pattern off your own printer. We hope you’ll enjoy this as much as we did creating it. Please direct others to our website to explore the many opportunities for learning through our video tutorials and enjoy our  beautiful patterns. We’d also love to hear your thoughts on this pattern, feel free to leave a comment below.

-Be sure to check back, we’ll be adding a video tutorial soon.

pansy-perfectClick here to download the Pansy Perfect PDF quilt pattern.

]]> http://thimble-art.com/free-pansy-perfect-quilt-pattern/feed/ 1 Christmas Trees in July: Video Tutorial http://thimble-art.com/christmas-trees-in-july-video-tutorial/ http://thimble-art.com/christmas-trees-in-july-video-tutorial/#comments Thu, 16 Jul 2009 02:47:16 +0000 Ruth http://thimble-art.com/?p=652 Anytime is a great time to start making your gifts for Christmas. In this video we demonstrate simple tricks to help you create your own Christmas Tree quilt. If you’d like to buy this pattern be sure to visit our quilt store.

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