[…] and your quilt top. Use either pins or basting spray to baste your quilt sandwich, and then get to quilting! I opted to do my quilting in threads that matched my fabrics, and echoed the lines of the pattern, to emphasize the bold, modern design of the Triangle Jitters quilt. Step 3: Cut Out […]
[…] one of my favorite motifs—Rosemary. I love working with TCQ because I can trust that Lilo will do a beautiful job. She also gives great advice on thread color and quilting motifs if I ever find myself scratching my head in uncertainty. Additionally, you can get 25% off longarm quilting on all Fireside quilts […]
[…] Eighth: a pre-cut of fabric measuring ~ 9″ x 21″ Chain Piece = to sew pieces of fabric together, one right after the other, without snipping the threads in between; this allows you to sew many pieces without stopping each time. On Point = a quilt in which the blocks are turned 45° and […]
[…] We used Art Gallery Signature PURE Solids by Suzy Quilts in Ginger, Cerulean, Poppy, Matcha, Hemlock, Nova, Snapdragon, Queen Bee, Haze, Honeymoon) Rotary cutter Ruler Cutting mat Thread Iron and ironing board Basic quilting supplies Fabric pen (see below for recommendations) Tailor’s clapper (optional) Step 1: Cut the Fabrics For each 8″ (finished) block, you […]
[…] tutorial on fusing batting together here! 6” Ribbon (for hanging loop) Printed Stocking Template (originally from a cuffed Christmas stocking pattern) 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 […]
[…] 9″ of 3/8″ elastic (I prefer braided elastic over knitted elastic, but knitted will work just fine. More on that below in the post.) Simple Sewing Machine Thread Cutting mat Rotary cutter Ruler Straight pins One safety pin Iron & ironing board or pressing mat Needle for hand sewing Scissors Tips for Selecting Elastic: […]
[…] me about these. THANK YOU! This sewing studio tour would not be complete without a cameo from my furry co-worker, Scrappy… Products: IKEA table, OLFA cutting mat, Thread racks, Ruler rack, Waste bin, Calendar, Scrappy’s rug Note about the table: I know someone’s going to ask in the comments where to get my cutting […]
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[…] but not least, we need to add a hanger to our tree ornament! Cut a piece of fishing line to the desired length of the hanging loop. Thread the two ends of fishing line through your bead and tie a knot. Trim the ends. When selecting a bead for my tree, I found it […]
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