Summer might be coming to a close, but that doesn’t mean that you can’t brighten up your home with some special summer-themed décor. One of the best things about the summer months is all of the fresh produce, including delicious strawberries. Strawberries are delightful to eat, but they also have a beautiful color pattern that […]
Read MoreALBUQUERQUE METRO QUILT SHOP STROLL FRIDAY & SATURDAY, 17 & 18 AUGUST.

Hi, Quilters! Quilt Works is resuming its Blog. We hope you enjoy it, and we welcome your comments. We’ll be sharing information about our shop, classes and other upcoming events, and new fabrics and quilt designs, as well as some techniques we hope will be helpful and interesting to you. So… This coming weekend, August […]
Read More2020 Quilt Works Employee’s Show September 8 – 20 2020
2020 QUILT WORKS EMPLOYEES’ SHOW 14 – 27 SEPTEMBER 2020 1. MEADOWLAND 47” × 47” Pieced and Quilted by: Danyella Nava Pattern: Meadowland, Meghan Buchanan, Then Came June Technique: Machine pieced and long arm quilted “Meadowland was a quilt-along I started over a year ago. Of course, I had to make mine huge, and ready […]
Read MoreQuilTip: Prevent Bleeding Quilting Fabrics in Albuquerque, NM with Shout® Color Catcher®
Welcome to QuilTips! In honor and memory of my wife, Shirley, who bought The Quilt Works Inc. in 1985, and from whom I learned so much, there will be a QuilTip for every letter of the alphabet. This week’s letter is C for “Shout® Color Catcher®.” All of us at The Quilt Works Inc. are […]
Read MoreQuilTip: Befriend Your Sewing Machine When Working with Quilting Fabric in Albuquerque, NM
Welcome to QuilTips! In honor and memory of my wife, Shirley, who bought The Quilt Works Inc. in 1985, and from whom I learned so much, there will be a QuilTip for every letter of the alphabet. This week’s letter is B for “befriend your sewing machine.” When using a sewing machine with quilting fabric […]
Read MoreQuilTip: Are Your Quilting Supplies Slippery?
Welcome to QuilTips. In honor and memory of my wife, Shirley, who bought The Quilt Works Inc. in 1985, and from whom I learned so much, there will be a QuilTip for every letter of the alphabet. This week’s letter is S, for “slippery.” While you may have all the quilting supplies in Albuquerque, NM […]
Read MoreQuilTip: What to Know About Using a Basting Spray on Your Quilt Fabrics in Albuquerque, NM
Whether you’re a seasoned quilter or are brand new to the craft, there are new techniques to learn and skills to perfect. This means you will never get bored with the art of quilting, nor always be poking your fingers with sewing needles! So, let’s say you learned the basics of quilting from your grandmother, […]
Read MoreQuilting Classes in Albuquerque, NM Can Help You Perfect the Scant Quarter Inch Seam Allowance
Have you ever heard of the scant quarter inch seam? It’s a term you’re likely to hear within the quilting community. In a nutshell, the scant quarter inch seam allowance is considered a gold standard in quilting. When you keep your quilt seam allowance consistent, your final product will look good, with each stitch in […]
Read MoreCheck Out the New Classes at The Quilt Works Inc.!
Quilting is one of those skills that you think you will never need to know for the future. You may be right, but learning how to quilt teaches you more than just how to make a patch patterned blanket. In fact, in your quilting classes, you will learn how to sew by hand, use a […]
Read MoreFrom Classes to Quilt Supplies in Albuquerque, NM: Ways to Give the Gift of Quilting This Holiday Season
The holidays are here, and the gift-giving season is right around the corner. For some, it’s a time for panic, stress and a lack of creativity as they frantically think up ideas and shop around at the last minute for Christmas gifts. Unfortunately, many people will end up buying just so-so presents for family and […]
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