An folk art sewing worksheet on how to make a festive bike, and Christmas wellies textile art picture. Each course comes with handwritten instructions, a full colour picture of the sample you will be working from, hints, tips and guidance as well as a core information leaflet for if you wanted to try making any other kind of folk art picture. There is a facebook group for students to compare work, ask questions and I am always on hand to give support and advice. If you'd like to join the facebook group after buying this course please send me a message and I'll send you the link for it.
You can be sewing along, whether by hand or by machine, and you get to the end of the seam. What happens now? One of the first things that beginner sewists have to learn is how to tie off a stitch. There is more to finishing up the seam
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Love adding a bit of fussycutting to your foundation paper piecing? This is the pattern for you! Find those perfect prints and create some super cute Tiny TV's!Need a little extra guidance and hints and tips? Sign up for the FPP Fussycutting Challenge. The 4" version of the pattern is included in the challenge. But if you want bigger sizes, you can nab this one to upsize your TVs!This pattern includes additional sizes so you have options for all those fave fabrics you want to show off.The pattern comes in 5 sizes - 4", 4.5", 5", 6", and 8" square. These are finished sizes and the pattern is foundation paper pieced. Included in the pattern: Assembly instructions, a colouring sheet and full-sized templates with a quarter-inch seam allowance already added. There are no Y-seams in this pattern (or in any of my patterns).
See seven inspiring ideas on how to create with maki-age shibori a fascinating shibori technique with many creative possiblities.
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This is a listing for the Be Squared Quilt Pattern (pdf file) ~ a modern quilt design using colorful solid fabrics, and is suitable for a beginner sewer. It does require experience in rotary cutting and basic straight line sewing. It is a fresh and modern pattern based on a traditional quilt block and techniques for which step by step tutorials are provided including photographic images. The Be Squared Quilt Pattern is a user-friendly pattern and provides not only a step by step guide to machine piecing, but also details handy hints and tips which will assist in the successful completion of this project. This pattern is Jelly Roll, Fat Eighths, Fat Quarter and yardage friendly. Fabric requirements and instructions are included for four different quilt sizes. The Be Squared Quilt Pattern includes: Comprehensive list of fabric requirements Guidance for choosing fabrics, colors and prints Sewing and basic patchwork hints Cutting instructions Tutorials for piecing traditional patchwork units with color photographs Pressing tips Layout and Assembly instructions Basting technique Quilting Advice Binding instructions References Fabric Care Quilt Care Finished quilt size inches 56 inches x 72 inches. The size of the quilt can however very readily be increased or decreased by adding more or less rows/blocks. Fabric requirements and cutting instructions are included for three additional quilts sizes ~ one smaller and two larger size quilts. This listing is for a quilt pattern - pdf file - you'll be able to download the file as soon as your payment has been confirmed. There are no shipping charges. This pattern is not intended for commercial use. Please do not distribute without permission. See all of my quilt patterns in my Etsy Store: http://www.etsy.com/shop/redpepperquilts?section_id=6687560
Swatch quilt pattern by Nydia Kehnle and Alison Glass from Alison Glass Sew Skill Builder Series Finished size 58" x 68" The idea of improvisational quilting can be a little daunting, especially for those of us who like to follow a plan. The freedom can make it hard to know where to start or what to do. This pattern is set up as a controlled improv situation. Improv with boundaries if you will. To give practice with freedom but still provide some guidance. The hope is that you will practice improv through this small taste and then be able to apply what you've learned and felt here to your own improv projects. Comes from a smoke free studio.
Half Square Triangles, or HSTs are one of the most common designs elements in quilting. Here are multiple tried and true methods for HSTs!
An online folk art sewing worksheet on how to make a Snowman textile art picture and a robin one. Each course comes with handwritten instructions, a full colour picture of the sample you will be working from, hints, tips and guidance as well as a core information leaflet for if you wanted to try making any other kind of folk art picture. There is a facebook group for students to compare work, ask questions and I am always on hand to give support and advice. If you'd like to join the facebook group after buying this course please send me a message and I'll send you the link for it.
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Embroidery design for tinted embroidery or red-black work. Tinted embroidery can be accomplished with crayon and other mediums. For instructions and helpful hints watch my YouTube videos about ‘coloring on fabric’. READY TO STITCH, NO TRACING! This original design is on washed high quality white muslin with plenty of white space left around the border for you to turn your project into anything you desire. Included is a light weight non woven backing which can back your stitching and help your stitches sit beautifully proud on the surface of the muslin. A paper print of the design will allow you to do this pattern as many times as you want. There is also, a color copy of my original work which can give you color guidance if you desire. Floss is not included, as you will want to choose your own colors. My YouTube channel is, Suzanne In Ohio Suzanne Cogar
Step by step guidance to show you how to make a shibori swallow in guntai shibori. Explore and learn this shibori technique
Love adding a bit of fussycutting to your foundation paper piecing? This is the pattern for you! Find those perfect prints and create some super cute Tiny TV's!Need a little extra guidance and hints and tips? Sign up for the FPP Fussycutting Challenge. The 4" version of the pattern is included in the challenge. But if you want bigger sizes, you can nab this one to upsize your TVs!This pattern includes additional sizes so you have options for all those fave fabrics you want to show off.The pattern comes in 5 sizes - 4", 4.5", 5", 6", and 8" square. These are finished sizes and the pattern is foundation paper pieced. Included in the pattern: Assembly instructions, a colouring sheet and full-sized templates with a quarter-inch seam allowance already added. There are no Y-seams in this pattern (or in any of my patterns).
The Elizabeth Bradley Staghorn Kit brings the ocean’s elegance to your home with every stitch you make. Antler-like in appearance, this regal species of coral can grow quite tall and very wide. Product Details Size: 16x16 inch design on 20x20 inch canvas Mesh Count: 10 holes per inch Product Code: EBSHE04 Collection: Shell Collection This finished cushion is shown on sand and duck egg blue backgrounds.
Step by step guidance to show you how to make a shibori swallow in guntai shibori. Explore and learn this shibori technique
Pinwheels on Parade is a traditional quilt pattern using modern fabrics, and is suitable for a beginner to intermediate sewer. It requires experience in rotary cutting and basic straight line sewing. It is a fresh and modern pattern based on just one traditional quilt blocks. Pinwheels on Parade, the quilt pattern, is user-friendly and provides not only a step by step guide to machine piecing, but also details handy hints and tips which will assist in the successful completion of this project. The Pinwheels on Parade Quilt Pattern includes: Comprehensive list of fabric requirements Helpful fabric suggestions and guidance Sewing and basic patchwork hints Cutting instructions Pressing tips Layout and Assembly instructions Basting technique Quilting Advice Binding instructions References Fabric Care Quilt Care Finished quilt size - 54.5 inches x 75 inches. The size of the quilt can however very readily be increased or decreased by adding more or less blocks. This listing is for a quilt pattern - pdf file. You'll be able to download the file as soon as your payment has been confirmed. This pattern is not intended for commercial use. Please do not distribute without permission. See all of my quilt patterns in my Etsy Store: http://www.etsy.com/shop/redpepperquilts?section_id=6687560
Pinwheels on Parade is a traditional quilt pattern using modern fabrics, and is suitable for a beginner to intermediate sewer. It requires experience in rotary cutting and basic straight line sewing. It is a fresh and modern pattern based on just one traditional quilt blocks. Pinwheels on Parade, the quilt pattern, is user-friendly and provides not only a step by step guide to machine piecing, but also details handy hints and tips which will assist in the successful completion of this project. The Pinwheels on Parade Quilt Pattern includes: Comprehensive list of fabric requirements Helpful fabric suggestions and guidance Sewing and basic patchwork hints Cutting instructions Pressing tips Layout and Assembly instructions Basting technique Quilting Advice Binding instructions References Fabric Care Quilt Care Finished quilt size - 54.5 inches x 75 inches. The size of the quilt can however very readily be increased or decreased by adding more or less blocks. This listing is for a quilt pattern - pdf file. You'll be able to download the file as soon as your payment has been confirmed. This pattern is not intended for commercial use. Please do not distribute without permission. See all of my quilt patterns in my Etsy Store: http://www.etsy.com/shop/redpepperquilts?section_id=6687560
Love adding a bit of fussycutting to your foundation paper piecing? This is the pattern for you! Find those perfect prints and create some super cute Tiny TV's!Need a little extra guidance and hints and tips? Sign up for the FPP Fussycutting Challenge. The 4" version of the pattern is included in the challenge. But if you want bigger sizes, you can nab this one to upsize your TVs!This pattern includes additional sizes so you have options for all those fave fabrics you want to show off.The pattern comes in 5 sizes - 4", 4.5", 5", 6", and 8" square. These are finished sizes and the pattern is foundation paper pieced. Included in the pattern: Assembly instructions, a colouring sheet and full-sized templates with a quarter-inch seam allowance already added. There are no Y-seams in this pattern (or in any of my patterns).
Baste, Store and Ship Quilts – and More! Creative quilters have developed many uses for inexpensive pool noodles (and pipe insulation – look for either at the hardware, dollar store, Walmart, etc.). You may be surprised how useful they are in the sewing room. The noodles are easy to cut to size with a knife …
I know I’ve been doing some of my own tips and tricks on the blog here, but today I’m joining in on Amy, Diary of a Quilter, series of QUICK Quilting Tips and Tricks. She’s been accumulating lots of great tricks from bloggers from all over and I’m sure you’ll enjoy them. Be sure to ...
Week 3 - Cutting!! Cutting is so so important when making a quilt. I think sometimes it can be over looked or rushed. When I first started quilting I had no idea what tools I needed, or how to use them properly. I didnt know about cutting and sewing accurately. I quickly learned that if you to make a quilt where the seam lines all line up properly and its accurate, you need to begin by cutting your pieces.... properly. Tools There are lots of different tools that you can get for quilting, but there are a few, that I feel are a must! Rotary Cutter - When making a quilt, you really shouldn't use scissors to cut your fabric. Scissors can't provide the accuracy you need. Rotary Cutters are sharp and will accurately cut through a couple layers of fabric. They come in different brands and different size blades. I have only ever used a 45mm blade and I change my blade about every 2-3 quilts. My Rotary cutter is a Clover brand. I used to use an Olfa, but i find the clover one fits comfortably in my hand. Cutting Mat - If your using a rotary cutter you need a cutting mat. My Cutting mat is a self healing mat that measures 18" x 24". I would love a larger mat, but havent got around to buying one as the one i have does the job just fine. When buying a mat, try and get one at least 18" x 24". This will allow you to cut a full strip of fabric folded over selvedge to selvedge. Check that the grid is easy to read and the markings are 1" apart with markings also at every 1/8" . Ruler - A clear acrylic ruler. My ruler is 6 1/2" x 24". It has grid lines 1" apart with markings at 1/8". This size ruler will give a nice clean straight cut, and will cut a full piece of fabric folded selvedge to selvedge. I find if you have anything smaller for your ruler and mat, you will find yourself frustrated and off to buy the bigger ones. Red Pepper Quilts has a great tutorial HERE about her Rotary Cutter and Mat. There are a few things your will find along the way that you will need. Try and cut your fabric on a high cutting bench. The kitchen bench height works great. A dining table is a little low but still works fine, your back may get a little sore from leaning over. For quilting you will also need a pair of sharp scissors and a tiny pair for cutting threads.. Like i said...When I first started my cutting skills werent great. I used to cut back to front and with the cutter in the wrong hand until someone showed me the correct way.. Im right handed and have written this for a right handed person. So if your left handed.. The same rules apply just do the opposite. Fabric Requirements If your following along, and are going to make this QC Quilt (Quilt Class Quilt), You will need :- 7 Fat Quarters, each a different colour/prints ( I'm using Anna Maria Horner solids and I chose 7 colours) OR 2 charm packs ( 84, 5" squares) OR 12” strips of 7 Different fabrics. 60" x White fabric or a Main Solid Colour (I used Kona Cotton - Snow) How to Cut Properly1. Take your first fabric piece. If your using yardage like me, Fold it in half, so your selvedges are together. I always press my fabric before i begin cutting, so its nice and flat. 2. Lay your piece of fabric on your cutting mat. Using the guide on your Mat, line up your selvedges along the bottom line. 3. Take your ruler and lay it vertically on the mat close to the edge of your fabric on the right hand side. 4. Using your markings on your mat, line up your ruler, so your cut line will be perfectly straight. Place your LEFT hand firmly on the ruler to hold it in place. With your rotary cutter in your right hand, trim off the edge of the fabric so it is nice and straight. I always like to stand when im cutting fabric, your hand is more steady. If your Left handed... Steady the ruler with your right hand and cut with your left. I find it best, holding your rotary cutter at a 45 degree angle like this...and applying a constant even pressure when cutting... 5. Flip this neatly cut edge of your fabric over so it is now on the left hand side of the cutting mat. With your selvedges across the bottom, line the trimmed side of the fabric up with the vertical lines on the mat. 6. Using your ruler, line up the edge of your fabric with the marking at 5". Cut a strip of fabric 5" wide selvedge to slevedge. It is important to have the piece of fabric you are measuring and cutting UNDER the ruler. This makes it nice and flat and using your rotary cutter, you can cut an accurate 5" wide strip. 7. Set this 5" wide strip aside. Move your ruler across another 5" and cut another strip 5" wide. You will now have 2 strips cut selvedge to selvedge, 5" wide. (If you are using Fat Quarters, Cut 4 strips, 5" wide). Repeat these steps 1-7 with your remaining 6 colours. Cutting fabric isn't one of my favourite parts of quilting, so I try and speed it up a bit by cutting a few fabrics at a time. I probably wouldn't recommend this if this is your first time cutting. It would be good practise for you to cut them all individually. Also check your blade, if your blade isnt super sharp it can have trouble cutting through a few layers and can cause nics in your fabric. NEXT, Take your White (Kona Snow) fabric, remember to iron, trim the edge, to make it straight and neat. Flip it over to left side and following the steps 1-7 above. From your White fabric Cut 11, 5” wide strips, selvedge to selvedge. Once you have all your strips cut, It is time to cut them into 5" x 5" squares. Lay your first strip horizontally across your cutting mat. The selvedge should be on the right side of the mat. Line up the bottom of the strip with one of the lines marked. Take your rule and cutter and trim off the selvedge. Flip this strip over like before, so the trimmed side is on the left. Line up the bottom of the strip with line markings on the cutting mat. Take your rule and you are going to measure 5” across and cross cut your strip. You will now have two squares measuring 5” x 5”. Set aside. Continue to cut along this strip until you have 8 squares each measuring 5” x 5” per strip. Cross Cut the other coloured strip into 5" x 5" squares. Repeat with remaining 6 colours. I like to lay a few strips on my cutting mat to save time. Now take your white strips and Cut 8, 5” x 5” squares per strip. Repeat with remaining 10 strips. So you will now have 88, 5” x 5” squares. In order to make this QC Quilt top. You need to have:- 12, 5” x 5” squares of each of the 7 colours. So a total of 84 squares , OR two charm packs. 84, 5” x 5” squares in white (Kona Snow) If your using Fat Quarters, your strips will be different lengths but in the end you will still get 12, 5" x 5" squares from one Fat Quarter. I hope I have explained it clearly and easy for you to understand... Please email me if you have any questions!! I found another great Tutorial for Cutting HERE and HERE I Need to mention... To those of you who have designed your own Quilt for our Quilt Class.... When you are working out the sizes for the pieces of fabric.. You NEED to allow for seam allowance!! SO if you have drawn a block that is 4" x 6"... When you cut out that block.. You need to add 1/2" to both the width and the length. So your Cut block will measure 4 1/2" x 6 1/2". This will allow for your 1/4" seam allowance. There are also a few other types of cutting. Fussy Cutting? Is where you cut around a specific image on the fabric. Stack and slash? My cousin Kate has made alot of her quilts this way. Is where you layer your fabric in a few piles and make random cuts, and you then rotate the fabric pile over and sew them back together.. This week I'm happy to introduce to you two more of my favourite Quilters First.. Leanne, a local Long Arm Quilter from Mount Vincent Quilts... She will be telling us all about the most asked Question by Quilters... Too wash or not to wash your fabric before Cutting????? AND she has a great Giveaway going on for YOU over at her blog... A fat Quarter bundle full of 15 FQ's in the 'Where the wind blows' Collection by Melly and Me. Pop on over to enter... Then,Rachel from Stitched in Colour. She will give us more info about cutting fabric, smaller mats, cutting large cuts of fabric, cutting sashings...etc.
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Step by step guidance to show you how to make a shibori swallow in guntai shibori. Explore and learn this shibori technique
How to cut 60 degree triangles using the ruler you already own! The most popular quilting ruler is the 6 x 24 ruler in this picture above. You may have even noticed all these crazy lines before! Well they are perfect for cutting 60 degree triangles. There are two 60 degree lines that criss […]
Step by step guidance to show you how to make a shibori swallow in guntai shibori. Explore and learn this shibori technique
Finishing and binding knit edges may seem tricky, but once you get the hang of how to make a binding with knit fabric, you'll want to bind everything with knits.
Embroidery design for tinted embroidery or red-black work. Tinted embroidery can be accomplished with crayon and other mediums. For instructions and helpful hints watch my YouTube videos about ‘coloring on fabric’. READY TO STITCH, NO TRACING! This original design is on washed high quality white muslin with plenty of white space left around the border for you to turn your project into anything you desire. Included is a light weight non woven backing which can back your stitching and help your stitches sit beautifully proud on the surface of the muslin. A paper print of the design will allow you to do this pattern as many times as you want. There is also, a color copy of my original work which can give you color guidance if you desire. Floss is not included, as you will want to choose your own colors. My YouTube channel is, Suzanne In Ohio Suzanne Cogar
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Swatch, co-authored by Nydia Kehnle and Alison Glass, is part of the Alison Glass Skill Builder Series.The pattern teaches improvisational quilting techniques to provide guidance and practice, especially for those who find improv quilting daunting! A combination of freedom and boundaries, it is intended to give practice with improv, but with guidance. Color illustrations, detailed instructions and helpful tips are included. Quilt size: 58in x 60in (size may vary depending on the decisions you make)
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Embroidery design for tinted embroidery or red-black work. Tinted embroidery can be accomplished with crayon and other mediums. For instructions and helpful hints watch my YouTube videos about ‘coloring on fabric’. READY TO STITCH, NO TRACING! This original design is on washed high quality white muslin with plenty of white space left around the border for you to turn your project into anything you desire. Included is a light weight non woven backing which can back your stitching and help your stitches sit beautifully proud on the surface of the muslin. A paper print of the design will allow you to do this pattern as many times as you want. There is also, a color copy of my original work which can give you color guidance if you desire. Floss is not included, as you will want to choose your own colors. My YouTube channel is, Suzanne In Ohio Suzanne Cogar
This is a listing for the Pinwheels and Daisies Quilt Pattern (pdf file) ~ a traditional quilt design using colorful solid fabrics. This pattern is suitable for a beginner to intermediate sewer. It does require experience in rotary cutting and basic straight line sewing. It is a fresh and modern pattern based on a traditional quilt block and techniques for which STEP BY STEP tutorials are provided including photographic images. The Pinwheels and Daisies Quilt Pattern is a user-friendly pattern and provides not only a step by step guide to machine piecing, but also details handy hints and tips which will assist in the successful completion of this project. Detailed instructions are included for as pictured. Fabric requirements and instructions are included for four different quilt sizes. IN ADDITION instructions for a LARGER BLOCK SIZE are also included as well as fabric requirements for 3 different quilt sizes using this larger block. Included to ensure successful completion: Comprehensive list of fabric requirements Guidance for choosing fabrics, colors and prints Sewing and basic patchwork hints Cutting instructions STEP BY STEP Tutorials for piecing traditional patchwork units with many color photographs TWO BLOCK SIZES including cutting/sewing instructions as well fabric requirements for several quilt sizes. Pressing tips to ensure that ALL seams will "lock" (abutt) together. Layout and Assembly instructions Basting technique Quilting Advice Binding instructions References Quilt Care Finished quilt size 40.5 inches x 50.5 inches. The size of the quilt can however very readily be increased or decreased by adding more or less rows/blocks. Fabric requirements and cutting instructions are included for THREE additional quilts sizes ~ one smaller and two larger size quilts. Happy Stitching! This listing is for a quilt pattern - pdf file. You will be able to download the file immediately from you Etsy Account. There are no shipping charges. This pattern is not intended for commercial use. Please do not distribute without permission. See all of my quilt patterns in my Etsy Store: http://www.etsy.com/shop/redpepperquilts?section_id=6687560
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This modern and original quilt pattern is suitable for a beginner to intermediate sewer. It requires experience in rotary cutting and basic straight line sewing. It is a fresh and modern pattern based on traditional quilt blocks. Use of scrap fabric is ideal. Georgia's Quilt pattern is user-friendly and provides not only a step by step photo guide to machine piecing, but also details handy hints and tips which will assist in the successful completion of this project. Georgia's Quilt pattern includes: Comprehensive list of fabric requirements Helpful fabric suggestions and guidance Sewing and basic patchwork hints Cutting instructions Layout and Assembly instuctions Basting technique Quilting Advice Binding instructions References Quilt Care Finished quilt size - 60.5 inches x 60.5 inches. This listing is for a quilt pattern - pdf file. You'll be able to download the file as soon as your payment has been confirmed. This pattern is not intended for commercial use. Please do not distribute without permission. See all of my patterns in my Etsy Store here: http://www.etsy.com/shop/redpepperquilts?section_id=6687560
