Tutorials

Beautiful, original sewing tutorials from the creative team here at Suzy Quilts. We cover basic sewing techniques, how-tos, and math cheat sheets so you can convert basic quilt blocks to fit your ideas!

This kid's tote tutorial walks you though step by step instructions for a fun and functional bag for children. suzyquilts.com
Kid’s Tote Tutorial
February 26, 2023
Quilted Hat Tote Tutorial
February 26, 2023
Use this beginner-friendly flying geese tutorial plus video to make a classic quilt block. suzyquilts.com
Easy Flying Geese Quilt Block Tutorial
February 24, 2023
Make your next quilt soft and cuddly with a microfiber blanket as quilt backing. We have tips to help you make your quilt extra cozy! suzyquilts.com
How To Use a Microfiber Blanket as Quilt Backing
February 9, 2023
This circle pillow tutorial walks you through making a quilted star pillow using the LeMoyne star block with optional pom poms suzyquilts.com
Circle Pillow Tutorial (With Pom Poms!)
February 1, 2023
Easy half square triangles tutorial for beginner quilters. suzyquilts.com
Easy Half Square Triangles Tutorial (VIDEO!)
February 1, 2023
This is the best way to prepare FQs for quilting. You can't prewash them, so what are you supposed to do? Let me show you with this video tutorial! suzyquilts.com
The Best Way to Prepare Fat Quarters for Quilting
January 13, 2023
Use the Voyage pattern in this quilted pouf tutorial. This square floor pouf DIY is perfect for a living room, playroom or office! suzyquilts.com
Quilted Pouf Tutorial with the Voyage Pattern
January 1, 2023
This quilted lumbar pillow tutorial walks you through the steps to create a one-of-a-kind piece featuring the LeMoyne Star block. suzyquilts.com
Quilted Lumbar Pillow Tutorial
January 1, 2023
Learn how to sew a Y-seam with this quilting tutorial! suzyquilts.com
How to Sew a Y-Seam: LeMoyne Star Block Pattern Included
January 1, 2023
This simple no-sew fabric star ornament is something you can make with small scraps of fabric and sewing pins. No sewing involved! suzyquilts.com
Fabric Star Ornament Tutorial
December 8, 2022
Learn how to make simple felt garlands for the holidays with this easy tutorial! DIY holiday garlands have never looked this good! suzyquilts.com
DIY Holiday Felt Garlands
November 18, 2022
Learn how to natural dye fabric with onion skins using this easy-to-follow fabric dying tutorial. Most supplies you already have at home! suzyquilts.com
How To Naturally Dye Fabric with Onion Skins
October 28, 2022
Make a DIY sewing machine cover to fit any sewing machine with this free tutorial. Use the Fireside pattern to make it minimal and modern! suzyquilts.com #quilting #sewingtutorial
DIY Sewing Machine Cover with the Fireside Pattern
September 23, 2022
Use a few basic quilting tools and this tutorial for the fastest way to square up a quilt. Quilting can warp a quilt but we're here to help! suzyquilts.com #quilting
The Fastest Way To Square Up a Quilt
August 19, 2022
The best way to make a quillow (or quilted pillow pocket.) Use leftover scraps from making the popular Adventureland quilt pattern to add a pocket for easy folding and travel! suzyquilts.com #sewingDIY #quiltpattern
How to Make a Modern Quillow (or Quilt Pillow Pocket)
August 12, 2022
Learn how to make the classic Creamy Quiet Glitter Throw variation of the Glitter & Glow pattern in this tutorial! #quilting #sewingdiy suzyquilts.com
How To Make a Creamy Glitter & Glow Quilt
July 28, 2022
This simple quilted baby bib tutorial uses the Fly Away pattern and fabric scraps to make something beautiful! suzyquilts.com
Quilted Baby Bib Tutorial with the Fly Away Pattern
July 21, 2022
Learn how to machine bind a quilt in just a few easy steps! This is the best way to sew quilt binding quickly and accurately. suzyquilts.com
How To Machine Bind a Quilt
June 10, 2022
Use this adorable modern quilted collar tutorial to spice up your wardrobe! This sewing tutorial is perfect for upcycling scrap fabric. suzyquilts.com
Modern Quilted Collar Tutorial: Upcycle Scrap Fabric!
May 26, 2022
This fabric scrap rope bowl tutorial is simple to follow and will show you how to make a beautiful decoration using leftover fabric. suzyquilts.com #sewingdiy #sewingtutorial
Fabric Scrap Rope Bowl Tutorial
May 12, 2022
10 gift tutorials for Teacher Appreciation that you can make in a weekend! Show the teacher in your life you care with a handmade gift. suzyquilts.com #sewingDIY #Quilting
10 Gift Tutorials for Teacher Appreciation
April 28, 2022
This free modern quilted table runner tutorial featuring the Rocksteady pattern is simple enough for a beginner sewist. It can be customized to any table size and color scheme too! suzyquilts.com #sewingtutorial #DIY #quilting
Modern Quilted Table Runner Tutorial with the Rocksteady Pattern
April 22, 2022
How to make a patchwork bandana with the leftover scraps from the Adventureland quilt pattern. This bandana tutorial is fast and easy! suzyquilts.com #bandana #sewingtutorial
How to Make a Patchwork Bandana with Adventureland Scraps
April 8, 2022
Use your throw and baby sized Adventureland quilt scraps to make creative mini quilts! suzyquilts.com #sewingdiy #quilting
How to Make Mini Quilts Using Adventureland Scraps
March 18, 2022
Use the trimmed scraps from the Adventureland quilt pattern to make a fun pieced binding! This is a fantastic way to maximize your fabric. suzyquilts.com #quilttutorial
How to Use Adventureland Scraps for Quilt Binding
March 4, 2022
These 4 tips for quilting with minky or faux fur will help you create a luxuriously soft backing for your next quilt. suzyquilts.com
4 Tips for Quilting with Minky or Faux Fur
February 18, 2022
This simple free motion quilting tutorial will show you how easy and FUN free motion quilting can be! With just a few tools, and some practice, you will be a FMQ rockstar and able to quilt this adorable scallops motif just like me! suzyquilts.com #fmq #quilting
Simple Free Motion Quilting Scallops (with Video Tutorial)
February 11, 2022
This beginner-friendly patchwork storage cube tutorial explains how to sew a storage bin featuring the classic sawtooth star block. suzyquilts.com #sewingtutorial #sew
Patchwork Storage Cube Tutorial
January 25, 2022
This beginner friendly quilted postcard tutorial is so fun for the holidays! Sew and send handmade notes to your friends! suzyquilts.com #sewingtutorial
Handmade Quilted Postcard Tutorial
December 3, 2021
Find fast and fun presents that add a homemade touch to the holidays with our top 10 DIY holiday gift tutorials! suzyquilts.com #quilting #sewingdiy
Top 10 DIY Holiday Gift Tutorials
November 19, 2021
A simple DIY quilted play mat tutorial! Transform a quilt pattern into a toddler play mat for cars. suzyquilts.com #quilt #kidsewing
DIY Quilted Play Mat Part II: Finishing the Mat
November 12, 2021
A simple DIY quilted play mat tutorial! Transform a quilt pattern into a toddler play mat for cars. suzyquilts.com #quilt #kidsewing
DIY Quilted Play Mat Part I: Wool Appliqué
October 29, 2021
Learn everything you need to know to make a pair of quilted slippers that are just your size in this beginner-friendly photo tutorial! suzyquilts.com
Free Quilted Slippers Tutorial
October 1, 2021
Learn how to spruce up your fall wardrobe with this easy DIY patchwork infinity scarf photo tutorial! suzyquilts.com #sewingdiy #quilting
DIY Patchwork Infinity Scarf Tutorial
September 17, 2021
Learn the best tips and tricks for making bias binding for quilts, including a step by step video, in this tutorial. suzyquilts.com #quilting #sewingdiy
How to Make Bias Binding (with Video Tutorial!)
August 19, 2021
This DIY tutorial explains how to print your child's art onto fabric to make a beautiful memory quilt using kids' artwork! suzyquilts.com #sewingtutorial #quilting
How To Make a Quilt Using Kids’ Artwork
August 13, 2021
This quilt-inspired block printing tutorial is a creative way to add character to fabric. Together we will carve a block and stamp! suzyquilts.com #sewingdiy
DIY Quilt-Inspired Block Printing Tutorial
August 6, 2021
Make a Triangle Jitters Quilted Dog bed with this free tutorial! Step by step instructions for this pet sewing DIY! suzyquilts.com #dogbeddiy #sewingtutorial
How to Make a Triangle Jitters Quilted Dog Bed
July 29, 2021
Turn a Suzy Quilts pattern into a punch needle masterpiece with this step by step tutorial! Learn a new fiber arts skill from scratch, and make a quilt block punch needle canvas to match your latest quilt. suzyquilts.com #quilting #sewingdiy
DIY Fly Away Quilt Block Punch Needle Tutorial
July 23, 2021
Sewing with knits doesn't have to be stressful! Read this informative post for tips and tricks about working with knits, and use what you learned to make your own Bohemian Garden shrug with step by step photos! suzyquilts.com #quilting #sewingdiy
Free Bohemian Garden Shrug Tutorial
July 16, 2021
Learn to sew a beginner-friendly quilted laptop case in this tutorial featuring the Shine quilt block by Suzy Quilts. suzyquilts.com
Quilted Laptop Case Tutorial
July 9, 2021
This DIY reusable sandwich wrap tutorial will help you become more green at home! A free scrap fabric pattern tutorial! suzyquilts.com #DIY #recycle
DIY Reusable Sandwich Wrap Tutorial
July 2, 2021
How to use embroidery stitches on your sewing machine! Refresh your wardrobe by adding decorative stitching to clothes! These are simple embroidery stitches on most sewing machines. suzyquilts.com #sewing #DIY
How to Add Decorative Stitching to Clothes
June 24, 2021
Learn how to make a fast and easy color block apron in this step by step photo tutorial. Perfect for summer grilling and baking, this apron makes a great gift too! suzyquilts.com #quilting #sewingdiy
Free Color Block Apron Tutorial
May 7, 2021
Use your scrap fabric to make this free quilted sleep mask! | suzyquilts.com #sewingtutorial #DIYsewing
Free Quilted Sleep Mask Tutorial
April 30, 2021
Add some personality to your tailor's clapper with this step by step photo tutorial! Learn everything you need to know to make a personalized tailor's clapper using a Cricut. suzyquilts.com #quilting #sewingdiy
Tutorial: How to Personalize a Tailor’s Clapper with a Cricut
April 23, 2021
A step by step photo tutorial with all the information you need to make a quilted lunch bag with the Suzy Quilts Kris Kross pattern. Read about materials you'll need, how to use the Kris Kross pattern, and see every step for making your own quilted lunch bag. suzyquilts.com #quilting #sewingdiy
Tutorial: Kris Kross Quilted Lunch Bag
March 30, 2021
A step by step tutorial including photos and all the tools you need to get perfectly rounded quilt corners. Learn the best tips and tricks for rounding the corners of any quilt project and attaching a smooth binding.
Tutorial: How to Sew Rounded Quilt Corners
February 26, 2021
This fabric tutorial shows how to make magnetic fabric swatch cards from the Art Gallery Fabrics Solids color card for your personal use! suzyquilts.com #sewingdiy #sewing
Tutorial: How to Make Magnetic Fabric Swatches for Easy Color Selection
February 12, 2021
This beginner friendly Sugar POP trendy tote tutorial walks you through step by step instructions to create a beautiful quilted tote bag! suzyquilts.com #totetutorial #DIYtote
Sugar POP Trendy Tote Tutorial
February 5, 2021
3 tips you need to know about best practices for fabric storage to prevent damage to your quilt fabric stash. Follow these simple steps to keep your quilt fabrics looking brand new! suzyquilts.com #quilting #fabric
3 Tips for Best Practices in Fabric Storage
January 29, 2021
This quilted floor pillow tutorial walks you through step-by-step instructions to sew a floor pillow using the Maypole wall hanging pattern. suzyquilts.com #sewingtutorial #quiltpattern
Maypole Quilted Floor Pillow Tutorial
January 22, 2021
The best tutorial on how to trim half square triangles! Make perfect HSTs every time with this sewing method. suzyquilts.com #hst #quilting
How to Trim Half Square Triangles
January 14, 2021
This easy zipper pouch tutorial shows exactly how to sew a simple pouch using scrap fabric and a zipper of any size. suzyquilts.com #zipperpouch #pouchtutorial
Zipper Pouch Tutorial: How to Sew a Simple Pouch from Scraps
December 21, 2020
This quilted oven mitt tutorial shows step-by-step instructions to sew a modern patchwork oven mitt – such a beautiful DIY gift! suzyquilts.com #ovenmitt #DIYsewing
Quilted Oven Mitt Tutorial
December 11, 2020
This quilt tying tutorial shows how to tie a quilt with yarn or embroidery thread. Quilt ties is an easy and fast way to finish a quilt. suzyquilts.com #quilting #quiltties
Quilt Tying Tutorial: How to Tie a Quilt with Yarn or Embroidery Thread
December 4, 2020
This free patchwork tree skirt tutorial uses a modern quilt pattern to create a beautiful DIY tree skirt! suzyquilts.com #treeskirt #DIYsewing
DIY Patchwork Tree Skirt Tutorial
November 24, 2020
How to sew a quilted coat: tips on choosing fabric, a coat pattern and a quilt pattern plus tips on how to make your coat fit you! suzyquilts.com #quiltedcoat #sewcoat
How to Sew a Quilted Coat: Tips and Tools
November 20, 2020
This Christmas Tree Ornament Tutorial walks you through an easy DIY project based on the Stars Hollow Quilt pattern by Suzy Quilts | suzyquilts.com #ornamenttutorial #DIYornament
Stars Hollow Christmas Tree Ornament Tutorial
November 6, 2020
This simple patchwork jacket tutorial is the perfect way to breathe new life into old clothes. Upcycle denim or old clothing to make quilted clothing! suzyquilts.com #upcycleclothes #patchworkjacket
Patchwork Jacket Tutorial: Upcycle a Denim Jacket with Style
October 26, 2020
This easy DIY scrunchie tutorial is perfect for kids sewing! Use velvet and make a holiday scrunchie. suzyquilts.com #scrunchietutorial #diysewing
Easy DIY Scrunchie Tutorial
October 21, 2020
Learn how to sew a napkin in this beginner-friendly DIY cloth napkins tutorial. This fat quarter friendly sewing tutorial is incredibly fast and easy! suzyquilts.com #napkinstutorial #diysewing
How to Sew Cloth Napkins Tutorial
October 16, 2020
In this free reusable market bag tutorial you only need basic sewing skills and 4 fat quarters of fabric. This sewing DIY is great for kids too! suzyquilts.com #freebagpattern #beginnersewing #patchworkbag
Free Reusable Market Bag Tutorial: Fat Quarter Friendly
September 28, 2020
Learn how to make comfortable face masks for kids in this easy sewing tutorial! All you need is a little bit of fabric and some elastic. suzyquilts.com #facemasks #kidfacemask
Easy Tutorial: How to Sew Face Masks for Kids
July 28, 2020
In this easy, beginner friendly quilting tutorial you will make a beautiful pillow with a simple envelope pillow cover. At the end there will be an option to finish the quilted pillow with binding | suzyquilts.com #pillowDIY
Easy Tutorial: Envelope Pillow Cover with Binding
July 17, 2020
This modern patchwork apron tutorial is a quick project for beginners! It's a unisex apron that fits all sizes and you only need basic sewing supplies. suzyquilts.com #sewingtutorial
Free Modern Patchwork Apron Tutorial
June 5, 2020
How to insert an exposed zipper into a pillow. Use this beginner tutorial to see how simple it is to sew a zipper in a quilted pillow! suzyquilts.com #zippertutorial
Tutorial: How to Insert an Exposed Zipper into a Pillow
May 22, 2020
Learn all of the skills needed to make a quilt with this free DIY quilted checkerboard tutorial. A great sewing project for kids! suzyquilts.com #quilt #sewingtutorial
Free DIY Quilted Checkerboard Tutorial
May 6, 2020
Learn how to press seams in a quilt. Included is a video tutorial and links to the best tools to use. suzyquilts.com #quilting #quilttutorial
How to Press Seams in a Quilt (with Video Tutorial!)
April 20, 2020
Our current global pandemic has created a shortage of medical masks. This free pattern with video explains how to sew a protective face mask with fabric. suzyquilts.com #facemaskpattern #sewfacemask
How to Sew a Protective Face Mask with Fabric
April 3, 2020
DIY Fabric Painting Tutorial that's quick, easy, and safe for your quilts! This can be a fun activity to do with your kids as well! suzyquilts.com #DIY #fabricpainting
DIY Fabric Painting: Safe for Your Quilts
March 26, 2020
Make a modern appliqué pillow with knits! By using templates from the Bohemian Garden quilt pattern, you can create a buttery soft handmade pillow.
How to Make a Modern Appliqué Pillow With Knits
February 20, 2020
This FREE quilted tote bag tutorial shows step by step how to create a large tote bag using the Modern Fans quilt block pattern. suzyquilts.com #freepattern
Free Quilted Tote Bag Tutorial Using the Modern Fans Pattern
February 7, 2020
This tutorial will show you step by step how to sew pom pom trim to a quilt. Make your next quilt extra special with this easy sewing tutorial | suzyquilts.com #sewingtutorial #pompoms
How to Sew Pom Pom Trim to a Quilt
January 11, 2020
A free quilted Christmas stocking pattern right in time for the holidays! Sew a simple, modern stocking with this step by step tutorial. suzyquilts.com #christmasstocking
FREE Quilted Christmas Stocking Pattern
December 20, 2019
5 Small and Inexpensive DIY Sewing Christmas Gifts! Make a quilted table runner with this free tutorial. suzyquilts.com #quiltedtablerunner #ChristmasDIY
5 Small and Inexpensive DIY Sewing Christmas Gifts
November 20, 2019
A FREE DIY Christmas placemats tutorial! This raw-edge applique sewing tutorial includes supplies, steps and a video tutorial PLUS free modern holiday applique templates! suzyquilts.com #ChristmasDIY #placematstutorial
A Festive & FREE Christmas Placemats Tutorial
November 20, 2019
A step by step photo tutorial on how to make a modern quilted ornament. This free tutorial scales down a Tail Feather quilt block. Beginner friendly!
A Beautifully Modern Quilted Ornament Tutorial
November 14, 2019
Change your favorite quilt pattern into an ombré quilt by converting yardage into fat quarters. Included is a half square triangle conversion chart and tutorial! | Suzy Quilts #halfsquaretriangle #modernquiltpattern #ombrequilt
Create an Ombré Quilt with Fat Quarters
August 20, 2019
How to sew curves tutorial - Suzy Quilts | Modern Fans is a bold, contemporary quilt pattern that includes king, queen, twin, throw and baby quilt sizes as well as a video tutorial!
How to Sew Curves in a Quilt
July 25, 2019
A complete step by step photo tutorial on how to match a print seamlessly. In this example we match a fabric print for quilt backing. Beginner friendly!
Match a Print Seamlessly On Your Quilt Back
July 8, 2019
A complete tutorial on how glue basting seams will create accurate quilting and quilt pieces. Step by step instructions with photos showing you how easy glue basting can be.
A Complete Guide to Glue Basting Seams
June 11, 2019
Make a Triangle Jitters quilt with 8 fat quarters! This is a beginner-friendly half square triangle pattern. Discover how to achieve this ombré effect with the exact fabrics I used!
Make a Triangle Jitters Quilt with 8 Fat Quarters
April 22, 2019
How I Learned to Hand Quilt with the Mod Mountains Pattern: A fat quarter friendly design that lends itself to lots of creative interpretation. This pattern includes fabric requirements for queen/full, twin, throw and baby quilt sizes.
How I Learned to Hand Quilt with the Mod Mountains Pattern
April 3, 2019
If you are a planner, or maybe have trouble picking fabrics for a quilt, check out this video tutorial showing you how to edit digital quilt mockups to test out various colors and swatches. This is an Adobe Illustrator tutorial.
How to Edit Colors of Quilt Mockups Using Adobe Illustrator
January 2, 2019
Learn the 6 simple steps to straight line quilting, or as some call it, matchstick quilting. This is a great beginner quilter tutorial!
6 Tips for Straight Line Machine Quilting (a.k.a. Matchstick Quilting)
December 10, 2018
Check out these 3 must-have tools to make the perfect half square triangle. These tools and tricks are simple, inexpensive and easy to use.
3 Tools to Make the Perfect Half Square Triangle
November 28, 2018
How to hand quilt in 3 easy steps! In this blog and video tutorial I'll list out all of the supplies you need and show you how simple hand quilting can be. Get this Bayside Quilt pattern and make your own!
How to Hand Quilt (with Video Tutorial!)
October 29, 2018
Elegant Quilted Pillow DIY! Sew a quilted zipper pillow with this step by step tutorial. I'll walk you through how to baste and quilt your pillow top, sew a zipper, and finish the pillow beautifully!
Make a Quilted Zipper Pillow: Photo Tutorial
August 8, 2018
Make an outdoor quilt using canvas! Tips, tricks, gear, notions and all of the things you need to know to make a durable quilt perfect for the outdoors.
How to Make an Outdoor Quilt: Your Guide to Canvas
July 24, 2018
5 secrets you must know before quilting with 12 wt. thread!
5 Secrets to Machine Quilting with 12 wt. Thread
June 7, 2018
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How to Tie a Quilt…with a Modern Twist!
February 28, 2018
How to make a memory quilt. suzyquilts.com
3 Easy Steps to Make a Memory Quilt
January 10, 2018
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How to Cut Templates for Quilting: The Perfect Guide for Beginner Sewers
December 18, 2017
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A Simple and Elegant Quilted Table Runner Tutorial
December 14, 2017
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How to Baste a Quilt
September 29, 2017
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10 Creepy & Fun Halloween Sewing DIYs
September 11, 2017
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How to Make a Quilt Design Wall
August 22, 2017
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Sewing Machine Maintenance: Give That Baby Some Love
August 17, 2017