A good quilting store will give you access to all the quilting supplies that you need, from fabrics to quilting patterns. But the easiest way to shop is now on the Internet! Recommended quilting sites are a treasure-trove of information for the beginning quilter, and a rich source of designs and notions for the experienced sewer.

Resources of a Quilting Store for the Beginner

For the beginner, a quilting store has lots of how-to books and simple starting patterns available. Some easy ways for beginners to get started are on miniature quilts or baby quilts. There are even "Sew a Quilt in a Day" kits to familiarize you with the whole process on one easy project.

Online quilting stores display quilting blocks and blocks of the month. These are the building blocks of quilt designs, and simple instructional text will help you learn how to sew these blocks and put the design together. Then a simple click of the mouse will give you access to many different fabrics selections, and you can browse through color samples to choose the best material for your project.

Beautiful fabrics and original designs are available from Debbie Mumm, Thimbleberries, Woodrow Studio and Maywood Studio. Quilting supplies will also be available, from quilting kits to actual quilting machines. Check our recommended website for all these quilting items.