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A decorative technique in which shapes of fabric are sewn or fused onto a background fabric, often used for intricate designs.

The process of sewing fabric pieces together to form the quilt top, typically carried out with a quarter inch seam allowance.

The process of sewing through the quilt top, batting, and backing layers to add texture and secure the layers together.

A piece of fabric added to the back of a quilt that provides information such as the maker's name, date of completion, and other details.

A quilting technique that involves sewing a meandering, squiggly line across the quilt to create a textured effect without crossing any lines.

A corner of a quilt border or binding that is sewn at a 45-degree angle, offering a clean and professional appearance.

The uppermost layer of a quilt, often featuring patchwork or appliqué.

The temporary holding together of the quilt's layers in preparation for quilting, can be done with thread, pins, or spray adhesive.

Refers to the direction of threads in a woven fabric, includes straight grain (parallel to selvages) and cross grain (perpendicular to selvages).

A decorative quilting method that involves stuffing areas of the quilt to create a raised surface, providing a 3D effect to certain parts of the quilting design.

A block pattern that consists of strips (logs) added around a center square, typically constructed in a way that forms a light side and a dark side.

The unsewn, cut edges of fabric that can fray, often utilized purposefully in certain quilting techniques for a rustic or textural effect.

A pre-cut piece of fabric measuring 18 inches by 22 inches, essentially a quarter yard cut that is wider and shorter than a traditional quarter yard.

The tightly woven edge of fabric that prevents it from unraveling, not typically used in the quilt's main design.

Folded fabric triangles that are used as a decorative edge finish for quilts, resembling a row of prairie grass.

A pre-cut piece of fabric measuring 9 inches by 22 inches, essentially half of a fat quarter.

Strips of fabric that frame and separate individual quilt blocks, often contrasting with block designs.

The insulating layer that provides warmth in a quilt, typically made from cotton, polyester, or wool.

A quilting technique where the feed dogs are lowered or covered, allowing the quilter to move the fabric freely in any direction.

A traditional quilt block pattern that features a series of shapes (usually petals or wedges) radiating from a central circle.

The bottom layer of a quilt, typically a single fabric piece but can also be pieced.

A sewing machine foot that helps feed fabric layers evenly, preventing them from shifting, particularly useful for quilting straight or slightly curved lines.

A quilting technique where fabric is sewn directly onto a paper pattern to achieve precise or intricate designs, the paper is later removed.

A tool equipped with a circular blade used for cutting fabric, allows quick, straight cuts through multiple layers.

A strip of fabric sewn over the edges of a quilt to finish it and enclose the raw edges.

A quilter's personal collection of fabrics.

The layered stack consisting of the quilt top, batting, and backing, prepared for quilting.

A square or rectangular piece of fabric that is a component of the quilt top, often repeating to form the overall design.

A method of sewing where pieces are consecutively fed through the machine without cutting the thread between them, increasing efficiency.