Two Must-Have Apps for Quilters: MyQuilts & Quilter’s Little Helper

Hey there, quilting friends! If your fabric stash is growing faster than your UFO (UnFinished Objects) pile and you sometimes struggle with quilt math (because, let’s be real, quilting is supposed to be fun, not a math exam), then I have two fantastic apps that you need in your life: MyQuilts and Quilter’s Little Helper by Robert Kaufman.

These apps are like having a personal quilting assistant in your pocket—minus the lint-covered fingertips. I've recently started using both and I'm committed!

MyQuilts: Your Digital Quilt Journal

Ever forget what fabrics you bought for a project? Or misplace the measurements for that

quilt you started three years ago? (No judgment—we’ve all been there.) MyQuilts is here to help.

With this app, you can:

• Track your quilt projects – Keep notes, photos, and progress updates all in one place.

• Organize your fabric stash – No more buying yet another yard of polka-dot fabric when you already have three.

• Make a shopping list – Jot down the supplies you need so you’re always prepared for your next trip to the quilt shop.

• Set deadlines (or at least try to) – Whether you’re quilting for a special occasion or just want to finish before the next decade, this app keeps you on track.

My Project Page

Think of it as your personal quilting diary—only way more organized than that stack of sticky notes on your sewing table

If you want a friend, here are my deets on the app:

Quilter’s Little Helper: The App That Does the Math for You

If you’ve ever found yourself staring blankly at a quilt pattern, wondering how much backing fabric you need or how to calculate your binding length, Quilter’s Little Helper by Robert Kaufman is about to be your new best friend.

This app helps you with:

• Fabric measurements – Figure out exactly how much fabric you need for borders, backing, and binding.

• Piece count – Enter your block size, and the app tells you how many squares, strips, or triangles you’ll need.

• Binding calculator – Avoid the heartbreak of coming up short on binding.

• Unit conversions – Effortlessly switch between inches and yards without second-guessing your math.

Basically, it takes the frustration out of quilt math so you can get back to the fun part—sewing!

Why You’ll Love These Apps

Both MyQuilts and Quilter’s Little Helper are designed to make quilting easier, whether you’re planning a masterpiece or just trying to avoid another quilting math meltdown. They help keep your projects organized and your fabric stash under control (okay, somewhat under control).

So, if you haven’t tried these apps yet, what are you waiting for? Give them a spin and spend more time quilting and less time doing math or searching for lost notes.

Have you used either of these apps? Or do you have a favorite quilting app that you swear by? Let’s chat in the comments! Happy quilting!

Pup tax--Olive getting a much deserved scritch after having her nails done.