With grateful thanks to Vilene (soon to be re branded Vlieseline) we are pleased to make available their Cushion project made using Quilters Grid. The Quilters Grid Project… STEP 1 Cut the fabrics into 5-cm squares (the squares can be bigger or smaller, but they must always match the grid. Cut edges must always be
Continue reading »Spring Hare – Fabric Project
Fab Quilt Pattern project info created especially for the Spring Hare fabric range created by Lewis & Irene. The project was designed by the hugely creative Sally Abblett who is one of the lead designers at this British based design house. As you would expect from one of the designers it makes lovely use of the
Continue reading »Country Life – Fabric Project
Fab Quilt Pattern project info created especially for the Country Life fabric range created by Lewis & Irene. The project was designed by the hugely creative Sally Abblett who is one of the lead designers at this British based design house. As you would expect from one of the designers it makes lovely use of the
Continue reading »Autumn Fields – Fabric Projects
We are delighted to make a pattern available for the Lewis & Irene range Autumn Fields. The project was created by one of the lead designers at Lewis & Irene and make use of the full design range available. We are delighted to offer the full Autumn Fields Quilt Fabric Range. Fifteen fabulous designs printed
Continue reading »The Glen – Fabric Projects
With the huge popularity of the new Lewis & Irene Fabric Range – The Glen, we are delighted to make a pattern available for use with the range. The projects were created by one of Lewis & Irene’s lead designers. Empress Mills are also pleased to make the full fabric range available.
Continue reading »Using Brusho Sprays On Fabric
Article exploring the creative uses of Brusho Acrylic Sprays and Shimmer Sprays. Hugely popular, Brusho is a great way of easily adding colour to your creative projects. Chris guides you through some super examples and covers tips and tricks to help achieve truly fabulous results. Written by Chris Gray of Mabon Arts for Empress Mills. Read More…
Continue reading »Steam A Seam 2 – How To Applique
Learn how to use Steam A Seam 2 for appliques. Steam A Seam is a heat activated pressure sensitive fusible web it allows you to stick and repostion fabric before creating a premenanent bond meaning you will never make an applique mistake again! Full info and instructions on use.
Continue reading »Edition 13 – Threads In Focus | Twisted Star Quilt
Edition 13 – TESS 2013 Visitors Choice Winner Details of The Empress Stitch Show 2013 Visitors Choice Winner. Created by Marta Taylor. Marta has kindly provided details of her piece and the design process. A big congratulations from all at Empress Mills!!!!!! Twisted Star Quilt – by Marta Taylor The Twisted Star quilt (March to
Continue reading »Edition 12 – Threads In Focus | Poppy Day Quilt
Edition 12 – Looking behind the scenes at a championship quilt created by the talented Judith Wilson using an unusual & eclectic selection of Empress Sewing Threads.
Continue reading »Edition 11 – Threads In Focus | Crashing Technique
Create fabulous fabric textures and effects using this simple technique. The requirements are minimal: Your Fabric Choice plus Solufleece & Bondaweb. Remove the backing paper from Bondaweb and sandwich it between a similar sized piece of Solufleece & the fabric of your choice on the top layer. Put in a hoop. Stitch within the hoop
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