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FACT:
All quilt patterns are not created equal.


Does it happen to you?

The samples in the quilt store are amazingly gorgeous. The quilt patterns literally leap off the rack into your hands. In a blink of an eye, you're paying for a pattern, tucking it under your arm and triumphantly departing the store...all the while caressing and admiring the quilts...the fabric...the quilting...


Generations Quilt Patterns, B121 Hearts in a Circle, 18 inches round

You’re not alone.

We all do it.

We didn’t bother to look inside the envelope because the sample was so captivating!

Does the technique even interest you?...

Can you...Do you want to?...

Would you enjoy it?...

Do you have the time?...

Does it contain the dreaded "Quilt as Desired”?


FACT:
You can do anything…one step at a time.


At Generations Quilt Patterns™ we believe you can and we’re here to help. You’ll find our site chock full of quilting techniques. Written for quilters by quilters and explained in a step by step format to guide you through each process.

Frustrated by the pattern instructions?...
Or lack thereof?

Don’t worry. It happens to everyone at some time. We’ll offer the alternative methods we use and would recommend to our best friend. Just think of us as your favorite quilt teacher available 24/7 to help if you get stuck.

As this site grows look for topics like Color Theory, Choosing Fabrics, Designing Patterns and Quilting Designs, Appliqué and Piecing Techniques, Beginning Machine Quilting, Quilting Feathers, Binding and Finishing to name a few.

If you don’t find what you are looking for Contact Us with your questions. We’ll do our best to answer them AND add the information to our website for your quick reference.

So welcome to Generations Quilt Patterns.

Let’s get quilting!

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Generations Quilt Patterns Blog
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Site Map for the Generations Quilt Patterns Website
This site map lists every page on the website to help you find the quilting information you are looking for quickly and easil

Generations Machine Quilting Forum
Our Machine Quilting Forum is the place to go for answers to machine quilting questions. Quilt as Desired??? Free motion or ditch quilting problems? Our new free forum is for you!

Quilt Pictures – Quilt Stories – Show and Tell with Photos of Quilts
Quilt Pictures and stories by quilters just like you. Settle in for an online Show and Tell. Better yet add YOUR photo and story to our quilting gallery. Join the fun! Tell your friends!

Learn to Quilt with Generations Quilt Patterns
Learn to quilt with Trudy Wasson and Julie Baird of Generations Quilt Patterns. Our current quilt classes are listed below. Please use the store contact information to sign up for classes.

Quilt Shows: Schedule for Generations Quilt Patterns
This is the current quilt shows schedule for Generations Quilt Patterns and Hand Dyed Fabric by Julie Baird. See you at the show!

Best Sewing Machine for Quilting
Best Sewing Machine! For quilters (even a beginner) looking for the perfect machine for quilting, the info you need to find the ideal machine and accessories is here for you!

Choosing Sewing Machine Needles for Quilting
Sewing machine needles used for quilting come in a wide array of sizes and types. Learn to chose the best for your quilt project.

Sewing Machine Troubleshooting Guide
Sewing Machine Troubleshooting begins with preventing many problems before they occur. Then learn to diagnose and fix problems. Follow these simple steps to get more time for trouble free quilting.

Quilting Tools: Supplies, Notions and Accessories
Quilting Tools: There's a million of 'em, how's a quilter to choose? We provide descriptions and instructions for how to use the tools in our index. Updated weekly. Even make your own recommendations!

Scrappy Quilts / Choosing Quilting Material for Scrap Quilt Patterns
Scrappy Quilts: Choosing fabric for them is like going on a treasure hunt. Use this method to learn how to create a pleasing stash for use with scrap quilt patterns.

How to Applique: Invisible Machine Applique Instructions and Techniques
Learn how to applique with our free online invisible machine applique instructions. You'll create the look of hand-applique in a fraction of the time. Can your friends tell the difference?

Beginning Quilting 101 / Quilting Instructions / Machine Quilting
Welcome to Beginning Quilting Instructions 101, the place to learn how to quilt on your domestic sewing machine. This tutorial guides you through the basics.

Free Motion Quilting 101 / How to Machine Quilt / Machine Quilting Instructions
Free Motion Quilting 101; Learn machine techniques from a qualified teacher. Perfect for beginners and experts. Ready to quilt? Let's begin!

Quilting Feathers - A How to Guide
Quilting feathers is the oo-la-la of the quilt world. Start here to learn how to quilt feathers using various methods.

Quilt Binding and Other Edge Finishes
Quilt binding is just one of many ways to finish quilt edges. Our free online instructions help you choose the one to use and how to make it.

Generations Quilt Patterns' Privacy Policy
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Copyright Policy for Generations Quilt Patterns
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Contact Generations Quilt Patterns
Contact Generations Quilt Patterns at www.generations-quilt-patterns.com with any comments, questions, or suggestions.

Starch Quilt Fabric / How to Make Starch
Starch quilt fabric to make cutting, piecing, applique and quilting easier. Learn how to mix with liquid concentrate or make your own homemade spray starch here.

Quilting Gloves, Quilt Halo – Aids for Free Motion Machine Quilting
Quilting Gloves, the Quilt Halo and even a hand cream are aids to help you with free motion machine quilting. Find out which is right for you!

Generations Quilt Patterns - The Story of How We Came to Be
Generations Quilt Patterns was created by the mother/daughter duo of Trudy Wasson and Julie Baird. With a third generation waiting in the wings the quilt pattern business is a family affair.

Fabric Grain Explained
Learn to use fabric grain, the crosswise, lengthwise and bias, to make better quilts. Do you need bias for binding? Why cut on the lengthwise grain? Find out here.

Prewash Fabrics for Quilting - Pro's, Con's and How-To's
Do you prewash fabrics for quilt? Should you? Shouldn't You? A discussion of the reasons, pro and con, and quilt fabric care instructions.

The Sad Little Penguin QuiltA Tale about Bleeding Fabric
This little Penguin Quilt was so much fun at the start, but an absolute disaster in the end. Do you have a bleeding fabric tragedy to share...come commiserate with us!


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