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[…] quilt is the Campfire pattern. Find it in the shop! How to Wash and Care for a Quilt the WRONG Way Picking at every questionable spot or loose thread compulsively with your fingernail. (Even though I’m pretty sure Jerry Seinfeld calls this “dry cleaning,” it’s not actually dry cleaning.) Folding your quilt so the spots […]
[…] (I chose not to add binding because I thought the striped border was enough of an accent.) (2) 18″ pillow inserts Basic Sewing Supplies Simple sewing machine Thread Cutting mat Ruler Rotary cutter Straight pins Seam ripper Iron & ironing board Basting pins or spray Tailor’s clapper (optional but helpful) Step 1: Make the 2-at-a-Time […]
[…] your finished quilt top, July 11, 2023 at 2PM CT Week 5, July 14: Assemble the quilt topSponsor: Aurifil – Best Selection Box including 45 small spools of 50 wt. thread! Week 5 Assignment: Assemble the Quilt Top Tip #1: Lay out your blocks. I bet if you went back through all of our past sew alongs […]
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[…] a little bit and used some Kona solids I had on hand.) Kona Terracotta and Kona Brown.) 90/14 Needle. I use a basic Universal 90/14. 40 wt. thread. I used Aurifil Muslin 40 wt., but if you only have 50 wt. that will be fine too, just make sure you are using a brand […]
[…] you are joining lawn to a heavier fabric, say quilt-weight cotton broadcloth, a 70/10 Universal needle will work. Pins:Silk pins are ideal for this smooth, silky fabric. Thread: Fine. Yes, I know I keep using that word, but this is important! Fine 50 wt. cotton thread is a great choice. Cutting Tool: Fresh. A fresh […]
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