The Quilter's Toolbox

FREE QUILTING RESOURCES

A little collection of handy tools, helpful guides, and free resources to make your next quilting project easier! Whether you're calculating fabric yardage, learning a new technique, or looking for a quick reference, you'll find something useful here.

Quilting Calculators

Ruffled Binding Calculator

Take the guesswork out of ruffled binding! Calculate how much fabric you'll need for your ruffle, front binding, and back binding, then print a handy cutting list for your sewing room.

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Quilt Binding Calculator

How much fabric do you need to bind your quilt? Enter your quilt dimensions to calculate how many binding strips to cut and how much yardage you'll need. Plus, get a printable cutting list!

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Free Quilt & Sewing Patterns

A collection of free patterns and templates to inspire your next project! Choose a favorite below to sign up and receive your free download.

Simple Strawberry applique pattern

Simple Strawberry

Appliqué curious? This simple strawberry pattern is the perfect place to start!

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String quilt project

String Quilt Template

Put your fabric scraps to good use with this free string quilt template! Follow along with my blog tutorial to get started.

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Love Lodge heart log cabin quilt block

Love Lodge Quilt Block

Make an adorable heart-shaped log cabin block with this free 8" quilt block pattern!

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Marguerite curved flower quilt block

Marguerite Quilt Block

Ready to level up your curve game? Give this free flower block a try before tackling the full Marguerite quilt!

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Handmade child's bow tie sewing pattern

Bow Tie Pattern

Sew an adorable bow tie for the little gentleman in your life with this free sewing pattern!

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Free Guides & Printables

Helpful little resources to keep your sewing room organized and your creativity flowing.

Printable Christmas quilty star bunting and gift tags

Holiday Stars

Add a little quilty cheer to your Christmas celebrations with printable star bunting in two colorways and coordinating gift tags!

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Sewing machine maintenance tracker printable

Sewing Machine Maintenance Tracker

Keep track of machine maintenance so your trusty sewing companion stays in tip-top shape.

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99 creative ideas for orphan quilt blocks

99 Ideas for Orphan Quilt Blocks

Give those leftover quilt blocks new life with 99 creative ideas!

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