This collection of Ideas for Backing a Quilt is available in a .pdf file format. Request ithere. Plus there are pictures of an additional 3 Ideas! **SPECIAL NOTE: I've been sharing the formula, calculations & instructions for these 12 ideas, so you can duplicate them to any size quilt ...
The first layer is the top fabric or quilt top, insulating material or batting, and backing material. However, different styles have been adopted over the years. Today, I will talk about block quilt and how to make it. If you’re interested in learning how to make a block quilt, keep ...
Borders : 0.5m of 42” wide fabric for the outside borders Thread : Sewing thread - A mid-tone Grey is a good choice for patchwork Wadding - polyester or cotton/blend and enough for a quilt Backing fabric : 1m of a coordinating fabric 42” wide Binding : 0.25m of fabric for ...
Search for "quilt backing fabric" and you'll find a number of companies which sell this material in many colors. Not Helpful 2 Helpful 16 Question What stitch do you use to construct the quilt? Community Answer The straight stitch, at 12 stitches to the inch, is best for sewing the...
3. Make a Bench Pillow You can also create a bench pillow with your quilt blocks. The full tutorial is on the site. You can also substitute one of theSanta Belt Blocksfor a Santa Hat Block as shown. How to Finish a Quilt I know that this blog post is titled how to finish a quilt...
Supplies Step 1: Iron your Quilt First Step 2: Squaring Surfaces! Step 3: Squaring the Quilt Corners Step 4: Trimming the Quilt Sides Step 5: Finishing the Quilt What is Squaring Up a Quilt? Once the quilting is complete it’s necessary to trim away the excess backing and batting before...
Many people spend a lot of time organising the fabric for the quilt top but don’t consider the backing or binding. Although it is not seen as much as the quilt top, it is still important! Assembling the Quilt Sandwich Before you can start quilting you first need to assemble the quilt ...
I haven’t been around for ages. Life took over for a while, and I didn’t want to play. I am slowly coming back to my sewing world, and am hanging to show you some more of what I do and how I do it. This blog is going to be a “how to” for a quilt that I have just...
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Click here for my pieced backing and spray basting tutorial. When I’m making a plan, the first question I always ask is, what’s the purpose of the quilt and how much time do I have to finish? For example, If it’s for a baby shower coming up this weekend, I’ll stick with fa...