Red Pepper Quilts How to Quilt: Scrap Quilts How to Quilt>Scrap Quilts Bonnie Hunter is a quilter who specializes in scrap quilts using fabric from thrift shops or donations from friends' closets. Recently she visited with us for our Eavesdrop on a Telephone Conversation, and the specific topic was how to choose the garments at a thrift shop that will make great fabric for a quilt. Here is a sampling of her answers: Penny: How do you know whether a particular garment would make a good fabric for a quilt? Bonnie: I look for garments the same way I look for fabric. If it says 100% cotton, then that’s the first thing I’ll look for. The next thing I check is how the fabric feels in my hand. I look for the same kinds of things when I look for articles of clothing to cut up for fabric. Penny: You don’t use polyester? Bonnie: No, I don’t. Men’s shirts, so far, have not incorporated spandex. Penny: How do you estimate how much fabric you’ll be able to get from a particular garment? Bonnie: The size of the garment will give you an idea.
p.s. i quilt I'm actually getting it done... I'm following Vicki's lead and quilting for an hour first thing in the morning. I have been making a lot of progress on my Scrappy String and I'm enjoying it immensely. If I keep up at this pace, this quilt will be done in no time. Since I've decided to make it a tall, narrow wall-hanging I think it will be easy for me to quilt too. In this bottom photo it's possible to see at what stage I'm working. I'm planning on using a black/white polka dot for binding and no borders. Take care, Freebie: The ABC Quilter in PDF · Quilting | CraftGossip.com May Sandra of Sandra’s Craft Corner put up her freebie for the month of May, 2012. This one has complete instructions for 12 quilts, however because it’s dated material there is no mention of rotary cutters, and the preferred method given for piecing is by hand. It tickles me, the editor Virginia Mann, talks about how the traditional patterns in the publication look so modern with current fabric. Go HERE to download The ABC Quilter. Ed. note: Sandra is offering this free download for a limited time only. Image credit: Sandra’s Craft Corner By Scarlett Burroughs
Samelia's Mum: Sugar Almonds Quilt Pattern {Tutorial} I’ve had a few requests (and reminders) for this quilt pattern, but haven’t had time to sit down and write it up… until now. I’m pleased to be sharing with you, my Sugar Almonds Quilt Pattern. It is a very simple quilt pattern and suitable for any level of sewing ability. One of the hardest parts of this quilt, is choosing the jelly roll. With so many beautiful ranges of fabric, it’s hard to decide. The good thing about the Sugar Almonds Quilt Pattern is that it’s so fast and easy to make, you can finish the quilt quickly. In my quilt, I used a jelly roll of Coquette by Chez Moi for Moda Fabrics. I don’t have the exact measurements for this quilt as I gave it to away before measuring it – but I can tell you that it fits a single (twin) bed perfectly. Sugar Almonds Quilt Patternby Samelia’s Mum A seam allowance of ¼ inch is included throughout. Cutting: White fabric strips – cut in half so you end up with 40 (2.5” x 20” approx) Do this for all of the strips. Pin baste. Quilt as desired.
A Do Good Stitches Swap « Greenleaf Goods September 8, 2012 by Natalie I was really excited when my circle of the Do. Good Stitches quilting bee decided to do a swap! I have only participated in a few swaps previously, because it can get overwhelming to load up on sewing obligations, and truth be told, I am a little protective of my sewing time! However, a swap among friends is always welcome, and I’ve loved getting to know the women in my quilting bee! I was lucky to draw Rachel as my secret partner because I think I have a good sense of her style. I set one block in some patchwork for a pocket on the back, and I made the bag a little larger than usual so that it could hold a quilt or other sizable projects. Like this: Like Loading... A Do Good Stitches Swap « Greenleaf Goods September 8, 2012 by Natalie I was really excited when my circle of the Do. Good Stitches quilting bee decided to do a swap! I have only participated in a few swaps previously, because it can get overwhelming to load up on sewing obligations, and truth be told, I am a little protective of my sewing time! However, a swap among friends is always welcome, and I’ve loved getting to know the women in my quilting bee! I was lucky to draw Rachel as my secret partner because I think I have a good sense of her style. I set one block in some patchwork for a pocket on the back, and I made the bag a little larger than usual so that it could hold a quilt or other sizable projects. Like this: Like Loading...
Samelia's Mum: Fresh Diamonds {Easy Quilt Tutorial} Fresh Diamonds was my first quilt to make the front cover of a magazine. I was super proud (and still am). Remember THIS post?I give away or sell most of my quilts – but Fresh Diamonds is still with me. Even though I can’t part with it, I thought it was time. Cutting:Solid fabric - cut 9 x 5” strips from the fabric width. Do this for all of the squares.Once the squares are all sewn together, use your rotary cutter and ruler to cut on the pencil line Cut all of the squares along the pencil line.Open and press the squares to the coloured side. Trim the HST blocks to 4.5”squares. Now either use your design wall (or if you don’t have one) find a large space on the floor, bed, table etc and begin to arrange your HST blocks in a manner with which you are pleased.12 squares across and 13 squares down. Sew the squares together, row by row and press the seams to alternate sides. If you make a Fresh Diamonds Quilt, I’d love to see it. Happy Sewing!!!