Hand-stitched Blocks on the Go

by Michelle Wilkie

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Away from your sewing machine too often but still have the desire to quilt? Instead of English paper piecing or hand-quilting, why not try hand-stitching your blocks? This tutorial will introduce hand-stitching techniques for quilt blocks with the use of no rotary cutter and no sewing machine. Hand-stitching allows you to continue with your creativity, and can be surprisingly relaxing.

About the Contributor

Michelle Wilkie has a love for modern quilting and design, which allows her to incorporate both her art and science backgrounds. She loves experimenting with various quilting techniques and sharing what she learns with others. Michelle is a regular contributor to Love Patchwork & Quilting Magazine and has also won three recent quilt design competitions.

Originally from New Zealand, she currently lives in the US with her husband and 9-year-old son. Her favorite space to spend time is in her sewing studio, playing with fabric and color.