How to Tie a Quilt Tutorial - Quilting Tutorial from ConnectingThreads.com. Nine Patch Lesson 3 There are many ways to "quilt" your quilt. By quilt, we mean how all three layers are secured together. We define a quilt as a top, a batting and a backing, joined together in some way to make the layers hold together without wearing.
At the end of this tutorial, we've listed other, more advanced methods. Also be sure to view our free companion video that takes you through the same steps, but easier to see the process. Tools and materials you'll need for this tutorial: Removable tape, like painters tape. Here we go! Layering the quilt. Lay the backing on a flat surface, right side down. If you opted for the adhesive spray, use it now to spray a very light coating on the wrong side of the backing. Now lay the batting on top of the wrong side of the backing. If you opted for the adhesive spray, use it now to spray a very light coating on the top of the batting. Lay the quilt top, wrong side down, on the batting.
The edges of your quilt layers should look like this: Trim Bind. Anna Maria Horner. DIY modern paper ornament. I love spiky starburst shapes, so I attempted a version of the traditional Polish porcupine ball. Here's how to make this cool 3D ornament—great for Christmas or decorating any time. I can imagine jumbo sized versions hanging at parties or weddings. They take awhile, though, so you'd better start making them five years before you plan to get married. You'll need: Paper, scissors, a circular object for a template, a ruler, pencil, needle, thread, rubber band, and glue. 1. 2. 3. 4. 5. 6. 7. 8. Craftgawker | look to inspire. Tales of the Messy Maker.