This video shows a method of joining together Quilt as you Go blocks and borders, with all those edges covered up!
The most efficient and accurate method for quilt piecing flying geese begins with five squares. Learn the basics of piecing flying geese in this article.
Its Small Size Means It Can Go Just About Anywhere! A charming little camper stars in this fun quilt block and can be used however you want. Add a border or two and make it into a mini quilt, make a pot holder, or use it in a larger project. The block, from Pink Simplicity …
Bored with normal straight quilt borders? Ready to try something new? Continue reading to learn how to miter a quilt corner for a new look!
How to make a four patch quilt block. Two 4 patch quilt blocks in one go, I can show you the easiest and the quickest way to do that!
Self-Binding Quilt Tutorial Self Binding means: Bring the quilt backing to the front and using it as your binding, I am bring this over from The Quilt Ladies, this post is used and asked for all the time, Thank you for that. Just a few days ago I received this comment on my original post: … Continue reading "Self-binding a Quilt Tutorial"
Let me show you how to add borders to your quilt the correct way! This will help prevent puckers and tucks in the quilting, and help your quilt to lay flat when it is done. Whether you choose to quilt
Heather Thomas presents some fun quilt border ideas as well as teaches you how to create a quilt border that isn’t straight edged.
Making a mitered quilt border
Quilt borders do not need to be boring. After the simple steps of adding a quilt border, we'll explore quilt border ideas beyond the simple corner blocks, or simple border. Next time you finish the center of your quilt, try a new border with great designs. The quilt's border is a great place to add new blocks, your favorite quilting designs and more.
the creation of a Convergence Quilt, based on the book by Ricky Tims
Piano Keyboard Quilt Block
Piecing a Quilt or Block on Point Here are the formulas you need, and the charts so you don't have to figure it out. Free printable.
For the past little bit I've been working on the Horse Quilt for Eliza.
An easy no math method teaching how to make polaroid quilt blocks. A quick and easy quilting tutorial for polaroid quilt blocks.
I love how bright and cheerful this sunshine baby quilt is! I’m a big fan of bold and bright colors. This was made using fabrics from my stash...
This handy quilt size math chart makes it easy for you to work out all the questions you have about making a modern quilt - how many blocks do I need? what about sashing?
Fish are a popular theme in quilting, and for good reason. They offer a wide range of possibilities for design and color, making them a perfect choice for both traditional and modern quilting proje…
In a recent post, I shared with you an easier way to create the colorful arrows in Denyse Schmidt's new pattern, Point me.... If you recall, I changed the construction after I had already cut out all those pesky triangles....sooooo..... here is an even easier way to put those arrows together {make those tiny HST's} if you have not already cut into your fabric. To begin you will need to cut two strips of fabric.... one white and one patterned fabric....cut each strip 4.25 inches wide by WOF. Then sub-cut the strips into 4.25 inch squares.... Place the two squares right sides facing and stitch, using a quarter inch seam allowance, all around the outside of the square.... Now cut the square once on the diagonal.... Take each half and cut again.... By stitching around the perimeter of the square, you have stitched the long straight edge of the triangle...... Press open with seams toward the darker fabric.... I have finished the quilt and I am now working on the pillow sham. I found this method is easier, faster and with better results. Maybe it is just me, but if you plan on making this quilt - you might want to give this method a try. After you have your HST's....stitch them together keeping the patterned fabric the upper left side and the solid fabric on the lower right. Because the strips are pieced together on the diagonal, each strip is one square less than the neighboring strip... And for the pillow a single solid triangle is added to the top of each strip... When stitching the strips together, I have found that the bias actually works in your favor. You can more easily get those seams{points} to fit together perfectly with a little stretch in your fabric strip.... I hope this helps!!! Well.....I have a few more strips to put together for this one....so stay tuned.... Happy Tuesday! mary
******I need to start off by saying that there are probably other tutorials out there for piecing arrows, but this is what I did to make mine. I used scraps for the tail feathers and bits of yardage for the backgrounds. First of all, you will need to piece a strip set. Start with a background strip about 3" x 19" or 20" 4 or 5 coloured strips ranging 1 " to 1 1/2" x 19" or 20" ending with a background strip 3" x 19" or 20" Place the 45* line of your ruler on the bottom of the strip set. It's ok to have it go off the top corner. You will still have enough background. Cut the angle Turn strip set around so the angle is on your left. Cut a strip 2 1/4" We now need to cut another 45* angle the opposite direction. Place the 45* line of your ruler on the bottom of the strip set. Again, it's ok to have it off the fabric on the bottom right. Cut the angle Turn the strip set around Cut a strip 2 1/4" If you put the cut pieces back, it should look like this That big triangle in the middle? It won't go to waste as I plan on using it in my quilt somewhere. Square off the ends of your tail feather units leaving yourself some background Now cut some background pieces 2 1/4" by however long you want your arrow to be. Mine are made up of several pieces to give it a more scrappy look. Cut a 1" by 3" background piece for the tail end of arrow The arrow was cut 1" by about 18" and the arrow head is a flying geese unit cut 4 1/2" x 2 1/2" with 2 1/2" connector corners sewn on Sew background pieces to tail feather units and sew to either side of arrow. Sew on arrow head Done! This is what I have in mind for the triangle pieces that are left over. I think they will make nice blocks or perhaps a border **If you want to make several at a time, you can make a strip set and cut several pieces the same angle, then make a matching strip set and cut several of the opposing angles. That way, there would be less waste--- but I want the leftovers : ) I hope that's clear. Any questions just ask. If you make one, I'd love to see! stats: Arrow pattern: making it up as I went along fabrics: scraps, with text low volume backgrounds ( pure, eclectic elements, word play, various black on cream) block size : 4 1/2" x 20" or 23" whatever you decide! Diane Warburton-- you asked about the backgrounds but I had no way of replying. There is no info on your google+ profile and you came up as no-reply. Hope this helps : ) linking up with Fresh Sewing Day
This incredible house quilt is from the Netherlands. It was featured on Quilts Thema. The sashing is full of trees. Wowzers!
My sister and I have combined to make this piano key border such as the one she put on her music quilt.
This is one option of putting together the How-To Blocks of the Month together. This option gives the block requirements for multiple quilt sizes without sashing and without borders.
Be sure to check out my UPDATED Four-at-a-Time Flying Geese Tutorial and Sizing Tables. I think you might find a lot more success with the intermediate sizing I suggest there! Over the years, IR…
Every nurse needs a quilt made with this stethoscope quilt block right? Celebrate your favorite nurse with this whimsical block designed by Kelli Fannin Quilts. Fair warning…this block has a…
In this video sewing tutorial, I will show you how to sew mitered corners. If you are looking for easy quilt binding corners check out my ideas on how to sew a mitered corner binding and mitered quilt borders.
Not all quilting borders are outdated! Get inspired by these modern quilt order ideas and use the quilt border designs for your next project!
Half-square triangles are one of the most versatile units in quilting and these tutorials and size charts will help you achieve the accuracy you need!
Here at AGF, we've discovered a whole NEW approach which we like to call the “Stroked Flying Geese,” this technique is similar to the No Waste Flying Geese but with a twist! So learn a new skill, and follow this tutorial on how to achieve this unique look in our blog post, where we walk you through each step of the process in detail. Apply this technique to your next project, discover what Pure Solids & Nature Elements prints were used, and even find a free pillow pattern!
This pattern is for the Northcott 10th Anniversary Block Party International Contest. Visit the url below for all the information, rules and stores participating in the contest.http://northcott.net/resource_details.aspx?resourceid=3135&resourceCatId=9 Designed by Karen Donnelly of Fabric Smart in Gulfport, Florida.This is a asymmetrical improvisational design, using Northcott's newest collection, Stonehenge Solstice, inspired by the Seminole patchwork of the Florida Seminole Indian Tribe. Plea
If you have a pile of clothing and T-shirts that have special meaning but don’t really know what to do with them, a T-shirt quilt may be the perfect…
