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A Thread with History DMC threads were originally created 1746 in Mulhouse France. the company quickly became know for its innovation in thread making. By the early 1830's they perfected a mercerization process that gave cotton a silky sheen and vibrant colourfastness.  The perle cotton threads came in a variety of colours and spools and the popularity of the cotton thread has now opened the market to competition. The threads are now recreated and branded by a number of textile companies and are available in 100% Egyptian cotton. The DMC threads are a denser pile than sewing thread which allows it to...

Quilting is one of the word's oldest textile traditions, dating back thousands of years. The earliest quilted garments were used for warmth and protection, with fragments found as far back as ancient Egypt and China. By the Middle Ages, quilted padding was stitched into clothing and amour for extra strength and warmth. Quilting as we know it-laying fabric and batting down then stitching in decorative patterns flourished in Europe and cane to America with settlers in the 18th and 19th centuries.  Quilting became both a necessity and an art form, often created from precious fabric scraps and passed down as...

Patchwork is at the heart of quilting, a timeless craft that brings together small pieces of fabric to create something far greater than the sum of its parts. For centuries, quilters have pieced together fabrics - whether from worn garments, treasured fabrics, or newly cut cotton - to form patterns rich with colour and meaning. Popular from the 1700'sonward, patchwork became both a practical way to reuse fabric and creative outlet for storytelling through design. From simple squares and triangles to intricate stars and diamonds, patchwork blocks can be arranged into endless quilt layouts, each one unique to the maker....

The hexagon is one of the most beloved shapes in quilting, often referred to as "Grandmother's Flower Garden". Traditionally, quilters made hexagons by hand using scraps of fabric, giving new life to worn-out clothing and leftover materials. This thrifty and creative practice became especially popular during the 18th and 19th centuries, with English paper piecing techniques brining precision to the shape. Hexagons remain a favourite today because they can be cut from almost any cotton fabric and easily stitched together by hand or machine. Their interlocking pattern creates endless design possibilities - from flowers to honeycomb motifs - making them...

You already love crafting. But what if your next project could also be a beautiful gift? Handmade gifts feel special because they are — they carry your time, care, and creativity. Whether it’s for a birthday, Christmas, or “just because,” a crafted item means so much more than something off the shelf. Try these ideas: Knit a mini clutch or necklace bag and tuck a note inside Add a printed tag and wrap in tissue for a polished look Create a “Make with Me” gift box — include materials and pattern, and craft it together! 🎀 Browse our digital patterns,...