There are about as many ways to finish a quilt as there are ways to make a quilt. Today I’m going to share a brief overview of the process of finishing a quilt, and share a few of my favorite quilt finishing tips with you. MY LATEST VIDEOS If you’ve been playing along with myS...
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 ...
How to Choose Quilt Batting Several different types of material can be used as the batting or bulk of a quilt. This guide will help you choose the right one for your quilt. Choosing Quilt Backing and Binding Many people spend a lot of time organising the fabric for the quilt top but don...
If you’re low on binding fabric, you can make a “pillowcase” finish by sewing the quilt top and backing right sides together with the batting, leaving an opening, and then turning it inside out. There is also a way to use the backing of the quilt for the binding. Both are quick...
Step 6: Binding the Quilt The binding is the final touch, giving your quilt a finished and professional look. Cut and Prepare Binding Strips: Use fabric that complements your quilt to cut binding strips. Fold and press them into double-fold bias strips for durability. ...
Layer them up by placing the backing fabric down with the wrong side facing up, then place the wadding on top of it. You can use masking tape to hold in place if necessary. Then add your quilt top with the right side facing up. 3 Pin or tack in place depending on whether you are...
“full float,” the quilt’s top edge is basted to the backing and batting, but the bottom edge hangs down with the batting. I have attached a set of zippers to my quilt backing roller and my pick up roller, and use the other half of each of those zippers on my quilt backing ...
Once all the puffs are sewn together, you may choose to add a border or binding around the edges for a clean finish. Additionally, attaching a backing fabric can provide extra warmth and durability to your quilt. Tips for Success Take Your Time: Rushing through the steps can lead to mistak...
Thread; most quilters prefer to use cotton thread. Seven Steps to Making a Quilt by Machine Step One: Pick a Pattern The first thing you need to do is decide what you want to make. There are thousands of quilt patterns and tutorials to choose from, so narrowing it down might be a ...
Bind a quilt with easy mitered corners with step-by-step instructions and illustrations to sew a perfect binding every time.