Singer Featherweight 221 and 222: Why I Own Both

Singer Featherweight 221 and 222: Why I Own Both

Singer Featherweight 221 and 222: Why I Own BothQS Kelly
Published on: 20/06/2026

What started with a Facebook Marketplace purchase quickly turned into a Featherweight obsession. Here's the story of how I ended up with both a Singer Featherweight 221 and a 222, the repairs I attempted, and why I wouldn't part with either of them.

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From Idea to Mini Quilt: My Summer Colours Challenge Journey

From Idea to Mini Quilt: My Summer Colours Challenge Journey

From Idea to Mini Quilt: My Summer Colours Challenge JourneyQS Kelly
Published on: 06/06/2026

When the Summer Colours Challenge came around, I decided to create a bright, beach-inspired mini quilt featuring a sun, waves. Here's a behind-the-scenes look at the design process, from a simple idea on the screen to a finished mini quilt.

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How to Calculate Quilt Backing & Binding Fabric – 108" Wide vs 42" WOF | Quilty Sidekick

How to Calculate Quilt Backing & Binding Fabric – 108" Wide vs 42" WOF | Quilty Sidekick

How to Calculate Quilt Backing & Binding Fabric – 108" Wide vs 42" WOF | Quilty SidekickQS Kelly
Published on: 10/12/2025

Use the free Quilty Sidekick calculator to find out how much fabric you need for quilt backing or binding — compare 108" wide vs 42" WOF.

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How to Create a Sawtooth Star Quilt Block in Affinity Designer

How to Create a Sawtooth Star Quilt Block in Affinity Designer

How to Create a Sawtooth Star Quilt Block in Affinity DesignerQS Kelly
Published on: 19/11/2025

Step‑by‑step sawtooth star quilt block tutorial in Affinity Designer — no Adobe subscription needed. Learn rectangle, pen and shape builder tools to make half‑square triangles.

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