[…] Alma by Alexia Marcelle Abegg Backing: Shetland Flannel The Christmas Hexie Quilt seen here was sewn by Sarah of Sarah Made. Basic Sewing Supplies Basic Sewing Machine Thread Batting – This batting is low-loft for a beautiful drape. Something like Quilter’s Dream bamboo batting would be great. Cutting Mat Triangle Ruler Ruler Rotary Cutter […]
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[…] took a little side detour to avoid sewing an unnecessary line to the bottom of the rectangle. This way I was still saving time, but not wasting thread. Do you see in the picture below how I sewed off to the side so I could keep my chaining threads in tack? Tip #2: Find […]
[…] a fun treat that has been! Laura Parry, the owner of Global Fiber Textiles and Notions, has created an inspiring online shop that sells beautiful yardage, fabric bundles, thread, fabric swatch cards and notions. The winner of this week’s prize is getting an Aurifil thread pack AND a $75 gift card! How to Win Post […]
[…] things I wouldn’t even thing about! I actually thought I knew the answer to this, but when I started reading the responses from you in the comment thread, I realized that there is a lot on this subject that I need to research. Confession: before researching this post, I actually thought that Quilters Dream […]
[…] time, since that’s like, a million uses already (don’t check my math, trust me that’s correct.) It’s also smart to use needles that are compatible with the thread you’re using, as well as the fabric. These Universal needles work on pretty much every machine. And what will happen if I don’t heed this […]
[…] long was used in this quilted ornament tutorial) Fabric marking pen or Hera marker Quilting ruler Rotary cutter Scissors or pinking shears Poly-fil or other stuffing Quilting pins Needle + thread And of course, a trusty sewing machine Block Assembly: 8 Simple Steps Step 1: Pair the 1-1/4″ x 3″ rectangles into (4) sets of 2 as […]
[…] Teal Pumpkin Project website! Halloween Candy Bag Materials Maypole Pillow Extension Pattern (Download) Rotary cutter Ruler Chalk marker or disappearing ink pen Pins or binding clips Coordinating thread Sewing machine Iron and ironing board Fabric Requirements Each candy bag requires two Maypole pillow tops. Because you’ll be making two tops instead of one, the […]
[…] Instagram A post shared by Suzy Quilts (@suzyquilts) Tip #1: Chain piece every chance you get. Chain piecing is when you sew multiple things without snipping your threads. I like to first chain piece all of my strips (making sure to sew right sides together). Once it’s time to sew blocks, I’ll chain piece […]
[…] good idea to make sure your creases line up. Tip #4: Chain piece. Get comfy in your chair and then sew, sew, sew away! Don’t snip the threads in between units until you have sewn all of the triangle pieces to one side of each square. Once you are finished sewing those, snip all […]