
If you’ve ever stood in a quilt shop (or stared at an online cart) wondering “Do I actually need this?” — this episode is for you. Quilting tools can feel overwhelming, especially when you’re new. There’s a lot of noise around what you should buy, what’s “essential,” and what will magically make quilting easier. Spoiler alert: confidence doesn’t come […]
Think of this as your trailhead for modern quilting inspiration. Around here, we share approachable tips, seasonal ideas, behind-the-scenes peeks, and encouragement for quilters who like to try new things—without taking themselves too seriously.
You’ll find posts about quilting skills, creative habits, cozy projects, tools we love, and the occasional campfire-style chat about the joy (and chaos) of making quilts in real life.
Pull up a seat, grab a snack, and start exploring.
A snug little fabric hug for your soup, snacks, or late-night mac-n-cheese 🥣✨ Bowl cozies are one of those “once you make one, you make twelve” projects — fast, satisfying, and chef’s kiss giftable. Here’s the full step-by-step so you can stitch up your own cozy set. Supplies Step 1: Quilt Your Fabric Squares You now have […]
Holiday Simmer Pot Recipe Today’s Advent surprise isn’t for eating, it’s for filling your home (or sewing room) with holiday magic. This Holiday Simmer Pot is a simple, natural way to make your space smell like the holidays. A little citrus, a few spices, and suddenly your whole home smells like peppermint cocoa, fresh pine, or cinnamon sugar […]
Peppermint S’mores Recipe A cozy campfire classic with a peppermint twist. Today, we’re heading straight to the heart of the holidays — and the campfire kitchen! Whether you’ve got a roaring fire, a toasty oven, or just a craving for chocolate, this Peppermint S’mores recipe is your ticket to instant cozy. Inspired by the original Scout snack, this version […]
If you’ve got 20 minutes, a couple of scrappy squares, and one lone gift card waiting for a cozy home, then buckle up, Scout. Today we’re stitching up the cutest little fabric gift card holder. This mini make is beginner-friendly, stash-friendly, and holiday-gifting friendly. It hangs like a tag (hello, adorable stocking stuffer) and is sturdy enough […]
If you’ve ever tried to lay out quilt blocks while your dog plops right in the middle… or attempted to press seams while your cat supervises from the ironing board… you know: quilting with pets is a whole experience. And since December’s Quilt Scouts Badge of the Month is the Creature Comforts Badge, we’re leaning all […]
Remember flipping through the toy catalogs as a kid — the thick ones that showed up in the mail right after Thanksgiving? You’d grab a marker, curl up on the couch, and circle everything you needed Santa to see. Well, Scout… this is the grown-up version of that. 😉 Today’s surprise is one part holiday daydream, one […]
There’s something about the holiday season that makes my sewing table feel extra magical — like I’m stitching inside a little winter cabin with twinkle lights, snacks, and a mug of something warm. This month’s Aurifil Artisan Challenge was the perfect spark to keep that cozy momentum going. For November, we were asked to showcase […]
Welcome to Scoutmas Grab your cocoa, light your favorite candle, and cozy up under your latest WIP — because the most wonderful time of the year has officially arrived. This December, Quilt Scouts is bringing back that childlike excitement of counting down the days — Scout-style. ✨ Introducing the Digital Advent Calendar, a free, 24-day celebration of creativity, community, […]
Gather your Scout troop (or guild!) for a day of sewing, service, and snacks. There’s nothing quite like the hum of machines, the rhythm of rotary cutters, and the laughter that fills the air when quilters gather to sew for a cause. Hosting a Service Sew Day is the perfect way to combine creativity, community, and giving […]
The Quilt Scout Badge Guidebook shares the story behind every badge — what inspired it, what it encourages, and how you can earn it in your own way.
Some badges help you build foundational skills.
Others invite creative play, community connection, or finishing what you’ve started.
And a few? They exist purely for fun (Midnight Quilters, we see you).
Hot diggity!