Also known as “lap quilting”, “QAYG is the technique of joining three layers – decorative top, batting, and backing – together in small, block-sized sections that are then connected to form the entire quilt” according to Georgia Bonesteel, author of Lap Quilting with Georgia Bonesteel. The blocks are made in manageable sections that are easily […]
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Batting joining tape is simple to use. Cut a piece to measure the area you need to cover. Place it carefully to cover both edges of the areas you’re looking to join. Dampen the binding tape by spritzing it lightly with water or using a damp paper towel. Iron the tape using a back and
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Quilt-as-you-go is a vintage technique that allows you to work on small sections of a quilt with ease prior to joining the blocks. Your quilt can sport squares, rectangles or even panels. My favorite method of joining QAYG blocks does not include hand sewing or sashing. Another benefit of this technique is that there is
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Trapunto is an Italian term for a style of quilting that creates texture and depth in your piece. This technique essentially refers to “stuffing” areas of your work. It can be used in traditional or contemporary pieces to highlight areas of particular interest. While the supplies are minimal, the results are fabulous and eye-catching! There
Do you have a color scheme in mind as you enter your favorite quilt shop? Are there values and shades of colors that you prefer? Strong and vibrant or perhaps muted or soft? Do you search endlessly for the perfect fabric only to tell yourself “this is close, it will have to do”? There’s a
Five sheets of metallic foil, 5″ x 12 silver, gold, copper, purple, turquoise 1 oz jar of foil adhesive (plenty to last!) Adding a bit of bling in just the right place can make our quilts sing! I shied away from foil as I believed it to be a complicated process with the possibility of ruining
Google “binding board” and you’ll find sites promoting binders, boarding and cutting & pressing mats. Everything BUT! I’m always on the lookout for simple ways to make my quilting easier, quicker and more enjoyable…and I found one! Best yet, I had most everything I needed right at home and once I’d gathered the 4 necessary
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Applique is a technique that provides a variety of unique finishes. My favorite applique technique has always been raw edge and now that I’ve added fusible thread to the process I enjoy it even more! Fusible thread can compliment any applique method, whether it be turn under, raw edge, reverse, freezer paper or machine. Fusible
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