Quilt layers

If you want to start quilting, then you don't want to miss What are the Layers of a Quilt? This page is is a beginner's quilting guide from Rose at Threadbare Creations. Quilting terminology can either be blatantly obvious or slightly confusing. So, what is a quilt sandwich? It might sound appetizing, but it actually refers to the three layers of a quilt – the quilt top (the decorative layer), the batting or wadding (the insulation layer), and the backing fabric (the finishing layer). These…

We are now ready to combine the three layers of our quilt sandwich and ‘quilt’ our project. There are a variety of methods for quilting. I’m going to focus on machine quilting, but we’ll discuss others as well. Basting: Basting is a very important step in the quilting process. It seems tedious, but doing it … Continued

This video in our learn to quilt series shows how to layer and pin baste the quilt. This prepares the quilt for machine quilting the layers together.

Discover how a quilt is put together, what materials are used, different techniques that can be used to layer a quilt and trouble-shooting common problems.

Jenny Doan demonstrates how to make a quick and easy Building Blocks quilt using 10 inch squares of precut fabric (layer cakes). For this project she chose Sensibility 10" Squares by Maywood Studio. This is a great quilt for beginners, and it can be made scrappy, modern, or any other style you like!

This list of 30 free layer cake quilt patterns for beginners will inspire you and help you find your next work in progress.

Layer Cake Shake Quilt is the perfect project for beginners. It's quick and easy, and the pattern looks so pretty!

This quilt is sure to become a favorite! It's a new Shortcut Quilt featuring the Layer Cake Custard FREE Pattern and video tutorial! The Layer Cake Check out the Layer Cake Custard quilt, a new Shortcut Quilt from Fat Quarter Shop using 10" squares!