Top 25 Quilting Blogs of 2018
If you're looking for the top quilting blogs to follow, we have some fantastic suggestions!
Another great year is in this books when it comes to quilting. FaveQuilts loved sharing projects throughout the year, from both older but beloved to newer designs, as well as tips and tricks for quilters of all skill levels. This year, we decided to make a list of the Top 25 Quilting Blogs of 2018. These are the most popular design blogs featured on FaveQuilts this year.
Every year we compile a list of the top 100 patterns featured on the site and these bloggers all have at least one project in that list, but they also always offer the finest designs and advice for quilters, which makes them the best quilt blogs in the community.
Take a look at our picks for the top quilting blogs of 2018 and find out how you can keep up with the magnificent designers behind them. Be sure to keep an eye on these folks for some of the best and unique designs, ideas, and inspiration for quilts and sewing.
Always Expect Moore
Carolina Moore from Always Expect Moore is one of the best instructors for all things quilting. Her video tutorial for the Log Cabin Block Pattern was the most popular project of hers on FaveQuilts this year. It's a classic block that you will want to check out. Find more like it on her designer profile.
Sew What Alicia
Piece N Quilt
Natalia Bonner and Kathleen Whiting are the keen minds behind this blog. With several published books under their belts, these designers certainly know the ins and outs of quilting and want to share their knowledge! They also feature other designers, like Whitnee, who created FaveQuilts' most popular pattern of the year, the Magic Jelly Roll Quilt.
Jo's Country Junction
Jo and her daughter Kelli run this blog where you can find free quilting patterns and, along with tutorials, tips, and tricks. No matter your skill level, you will find lots to keep you busy here. Take a look at their designer profile on FaveQuilts. Their top project featured on our site this year is Ariel's Wedding Quilt Pattern.
Samelia's Mum
Anorina is the mastermind and designer being the blog Samelia's Mum! From quilting tutorials for stunning patterns to the stories behind the designs themselves, Anorina has curated one of our favorite quilting blogs of 2018. It's no wonder her pattern for the Sugar Almonds Jelly Roll Quilt made our top 10 patterns for the year.
Cluck Cluck Sew
Allison Harris has such a way with color and design that you will want to make everything she shares. Her Scrappy Summer Quilt was the most popular project of hers on our site this year. If you love this one (and how could you not?), then be sure to take a look at Allison's designer profile for more of her projects featured on FaveQuilts.
Connie Kresin Campbell (Freemotion by the River)
Diary of a Quilter
Amy Smart loves fabric and knows how to use it. One of her most popular projects on FaveQuilts this year, the Freaky Fast Four Patch Quilt has a beautiful and colorful flair that will leave you inspired. Take a look at Amy's designer profile for more of her projects featured on FaveQuilts.
During Quiet Time
Amy Friend is the voice and designer behind During Quiet Time, a place where this mom shares her knowledge, including much about quilting. Be reminded of the beloved Little House on the Prairie book with Amy's Mary Ingalls Nine Patch Block Tutorial, one of the FaveQuilts' staff favorites!
Butterfly Threads Quilting
Since 2012, Diane of Butterly Threads Quilting has brought you stunning quilt patterns, helpful tutorials, and 10-minute tips that make quilting a breeze. This year, her Old Money Quilt Pattern made our list of the top 100 patterns of 2018 for a good reason!
Fort Worth Fabric Studio
Find sewing and quilting tutorials from the team along with lost of patterns to make at Fort Worth Fabric Studio. Reader-favorite from Fort Worth was the Simple Sixteen 1930s Christmas Quilt, which has a fun and festive look that's perfect for the holiday season.
Gray Barn Designs
Judy Martin
Judy's work shows how much care and skill she puts into her quilts. With professional appearances and stunning design choices, she has a lot to offer. Her Celtic Squares Block was her most popular project on the site this year and it's obvious why. Find her other projects on FaveQuilts in her designer profile.
Kitchen Table Quilting
Stunning quilt designs from 2012 to the present will keep you coming back to this blog. You will find a lot of unique styles from Erica Jackman on the blog, like this top project of the year, the Ladylike Scallops Quilt Tutorial, which is perfect for anyone who loves stunning scalloped patterns that show off fabric in beautiful ways.
Moda Bake Shop
Moda Bake Shop uses clever wordplay based on quilt fabric names, like layer cake and honey bun, to make their site one of a kind. Instead of quilt designers, they are chefs with recipes. It's adorable and the site features many incredible designers sharing beautiful patterns. Check out one of the top projects, Simply Stacked Squares Quilt, to get a free sample of what other sweets you can find there.
My Quilt Infatuation
Kelly's quilting infatuation is our gain! Find tips and tutorials along with free patterns, featuring both traditional and modern designs that any quilter would adore. Her top project of the year, a pretty Afternoon Tango Baby Quilt Tutorial, is soft and sweet and her instructions make it easy to follow along with the pattern.
Polkadot Chair
Melissa Mortenson created Polkadot Chair as " a place for creative moms and families to come to find simple and inspiring DIY projects for their home, sewing projects, holiday crafts and family recipes." For the quilting side, you will find gorgeous designs like the Ombre Baby Quilt Pattern, which was one of the most popular on FaveQuilts throughout the year.
Quilters... Enjoy Color!
When it comes to top quilting blogs, we have to include this one. Melanie Rudy majored in sewing and design and once you look at any of her block and full quilt designs, you'll agree that she has an eye for unique and beautiful patterns. She also offers advice and how-tos, like the Odd Block Strip Quilt that was a top page on FaveQuilts this year.
ReannaLily Designs
Jen Eskridge designs both traditional and modern quilts and offers so many patterns on her site, including downloadable ePatterns and books. In our list of the top 100 patterns of 2018, Jen had two patterns in our top 10! You can find even her other popular patterns listed on her designer profile.
See Kate Sew
Kate features a lot of cute quilting patterns for babies, along with accessories, decor for your home, and lots more. If you love sweet pastels and simple geometrics, then you will love her top project, the Supersonic Triangle Baby Quilt.
Sew Preeti Quilts
Since 2013, Preeti Harris has been sharing her beautiful quilting designs with readers. Along with the patterns on the blog, you can learn quilting techniques with her free tutorials. The Finger Lakes Quilt, a FaveQuilts' staff favorite this year, is a must-see! And you can find others and learn more about Preeti on her designer profile as well.
The Family Hearth
Bridgette McNay's quilt designs are some of the most aesthetically-pleasing ever. Soft, complementary colors and pretty fabric layouts will keep you coming back to The Family Hearth for more. The Market Squares Quilt Pattern is a great example of the stunning work she produces, which is why it was a reader-favorite this year!
Twin Fibers
Twin Fibers is run by twins Jennifer and Jessica. You will find a lot of unique patterns and fabric combinations for blocks, coasters, full quilts, and more on this blog. The popular Princess Kate Diamond Quilt Pattern is so regal and our readers loved it, cementing them as one of the top quilting blogs around.
Wedding Dress Blue
If you scroll through the quilt patterns on this blog, you will find yourself stopping a lot. That's because Deanna has so many gorgeous designs for you to see and make. Find a new project as well as the occasional quilt-along on her site. If you have a baby in your life, then you will want to check out the sweet A Hundred Hugs Baby Quilts as well.
Check out our top 100 projects this year:
The 100 Best Quilting Patterns of 2018
Who's your favorite quilt designer?