Fabric scale refers to the size of the design on the fabric. Solid colored fabric has no scale because there is no design on it. Calico fabric usually has a small scale pattern. Most decorator prints are larger in scale. Quilters usually consider the scale of the fabric pattern when choosing material for… Continue reading Scale
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Scant 1/4″ Seam
A scant 1/4″ seam is about a thread narrower than a regular 1/4″ seam. Many quilters prefer sewing a scant 1/4″ seam as it helps with accuracy. Using tape or seam guides will produce the best results. Watch the video below for more info. If you would like to buy a package of… Continue reading Scant 1/4″ Seam
Scrim
The scrim is found on the top and bottom of many types of cotton batting. It is a shear piece of polyester or glue that holds the cotton in the middle of the batting in place. It acts as a sort of stabilizer. As a result, quilters can get by with less quilting; sometimes up… Continue reading Scrim