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  • 6 Opportunities to Celebrate National Quilting Month with Thimbles

    National Quilting Day is this Saturday, March 15 and we can’t wait to celebrate with our quilters and sewists! March is a fantastic month. The first day of spring is a week away, it’s Women’s History Month, and it’s National Quilting Month. That’s a lot of wonderful things packed into just 31 da... View Post
  • Thimbles' Favorite Beginner Sewing & Quilting Projects

    Hello beginner quilter! Welcome to our favorite hobby—we’re thrilled to have you here. There are lots of beginner sewing and quilting projects to choose from, and we know it can feel overwhelming. We’ve been at our sewing machines for awhile now so we have some great recommendations for where to ... View Post
  • 8 Paper Piecing Tips for Beginners

    Many quilters feel intimidated by Foundation Paper Piecing, but it’s not as difficult as it looks. The key, as with most things, is to move slowly, with precision, and to be mindful of each step. Foundation Paper Piecing renders laser accuracy because you’re piecing together unusual shapes in mul... View Post
  • Quilting & Embroidery Clubs & Events for 2024

    It’s that time of year again—time to plan for all the incredible quilting and embroidery clubs and events at Thimbles in 2024! We have a lot of incredible virtual and in-store events for 2024. Some last a weekend or a day, some continue for months, some are year-long events. Each is designed to e... View Post