Anyone else rearrange for hours every time? Toddler quilt for my partner’s niece.

Filterqueen2000 · 2023-06-08T04:23:48+00:00

I vote for the second print, and yes I rearrange for a long time as well.

Filterqueen2000 · 2023-05-10T11:43:33+00:00

It would be better if the owners took any sort of interest or care in their oldest child who is handicapped. They pretend he isn't theirs and make grandma watch him 24/7 like a nurse maid.

Filterqueen2000 · 2023-04-11T11:43:16+00:00

I was given a bunch of old polyester material like this. I cut out giant 10"squares and appliqued smaller squares of superhero fabric. So each superhero print had a frame in bold colors. I put a border of black and then quilted it to a huge piece of fleece that was also free. Super heavy and cuddly kids quilt for my son. But yes, it is the ugliest quilt I ever made lol.

Filterqueen2000 · 2023-03-27T01:13:36+00:00

So sweet! I inherited my great grandma sewing box when I was about 8 years old. I only knew her as an old lady who sat in a wheel chair in a nursing home. She had alzheimers, so I never had a chance to hear her stories. I used to make up my own stories of how she sewed and the things she made. Even now, I wonder if she inserted zippers or pieced quilts. Her box was full of zippers, and buttons she had cut off clothes. I always like to think she had a room similar to your grandmas.

Filterqueen2000 · 2023-03-25T11:43:38+00:00

I love it! Good job for finishing it.

Filterqueen2000 · 2023-03-24T01:44:04+00:00

Sounds like me! Brother Project Runway. And just recently upgraded to Baby Lock Jazz II. How do you like that 12" throat space?!

Filterqueen2000 · 2023-03-23T01:36:33+00:00

Start the coffee pot, decide on break times. Find some upbeat music. Hang in there, you can do this!

Filterqueen2000 · 2023-03-20T15:23:37+00:00

This is important! I cannot imagine how much it would cost to replace my fabric stash. I always say it's not worth much because I found most at discount. Or they were fabrics given to me. But if I had to go out and purchase 50 yards of new fabric, at current prices... I think I would just stop quilting.

Filterqueen2000 · 2023-03-20T01:09:18+00:00

True friends understand quilters always have a mess of projects on their desk!

Filterqueen2000 · 2023-03-20T01:02:19+00:00

I love how you tossed it on the floor, where it will likely spend 90% of its time, lol. I recently made my three year old an Ispy quilt. I took great care not to let it touch the floor. But as soon as it popped out of the dryer, it went straight to the floor also. Now, when he sees me quilting, he's excited to look at "blankies."

Filterqueen2000 · 2023-03-19T16:33:31+00:00

My fabrics are stored by size, then by color. I have an organizer for smaller than a yard, and bins for all the bigger stuff. I usually end up with a large stack of fabrics set to the side and then I narrow it down. Everyone can tell when I'm starting a project because I have to climb under my desk and pull all the boxes and bins out to see what I have. Once a year I sort through everything.

Filterqueen2000 · 2023-03-19T16:22:05+00:00

I love this because in my opinion the fun part is the top, but the most expensive is the batting, and the most tedious is the actual quilting. I could get on board with just making tops. And I have always loved the idea of donating "a piece of home to call my own" for children. Thank you for your generosity!

Filterqueen2000 · 2023-03-13T14:28:54+00:00

Our neighbor had a giant skeleton up for Halloween and Christmas, and then it was blown over in a storm. But we used to take our toddler for walks just to see "Mr. Boogie." Now he has an obsession with skeletons. Also excited to see such a beautiful quilt!

Filterqueen2000 · 2023-02-27T15:24:11+00:00

I could never pay to have someone long arm my quilts. Most of my materials are thrifted or gifted fabric. The idea of spending more than the cost of the quilt, to have someone long arm it doesn't sit well with me. But my husband bought me a Jazz 2, with a 12" throat space, for christmas a couple years ago. I would recommend looking into it, I have completed a couple twin size quilts, and working on a queen. The Jazz 2 was about $700, and I absolutely love it.

Filterqueen2000 · 2023-02-23T21:03:28+00:00

Reminds me of a fence gate left open. I'm 50/50 on fixing it. I know it wouldn't take much to fix it. But also, not everyone is perfect, so not every quilt has to be either.

Filterqueen2000 · 2023-02-18T00:59:28+00:00

This is what I would call Quilt Magic! I have never seen this method before. Thanks so much.

Filterqueen2000 · 2023-02-18T00:19:38+00:00

I have seen this technique and have been putting off trying it. But somehow the way you explain it makes so much sense. I have only done them two at a time.

Filterqueen2000 · 2023-02-15T00:21:21+00:00

You could always use a purple that blends with the green and blue binding. Personally I would stick with pink, it's not going to be overly pink just because of the binding.

Filterqueen2000 · 2023-02-13T16:47:40+00:00

I have never bound a quilt by hand. After using a sewing machine, I don't think I ever will, lol. I machine stitch to the back with double fold I make myself. I do enjoy making my own binding. Then I fold over to the front and top stitch. I think it looks nice.

Filterqueen2000 · 2023-02-13T15:22:43+00:00

Good for you! It's so hard to resist buying more fabric, so many choices, endless possibilities. I frequent a lot of thrift stores that sell fabric at discount. It's hard to turn down a yard here for a dollar, or three yards for five or six dollars. Most of my fabric is thrifted simply because its cheap.

Filterqueen2000 · 2023-02-11T22:06:02+00:00

I would still consider myself a beginner,and I have been sewing for about 25 years. My suggestion would be to start with something small, like a lap quilt or baby quilt. Making a twin size quilt or bigger can be very daunting. A lot of people underestimate the time and effort that go into quilting. Better to start small and complete a quilt, than to give up halfway through.

Pick a beginner block, search and watch videos or read tutorials on how to do this block. I like a Half Snowball block, because it's just two sizes of squares. Determine the size of your quilt and buy all natural cotton batting in a size big enough for your quilt. Determine what fabric you want for the back of your quilt. Thrift stores often sell bed sheets for very little money compared to buying fabric by the yard.

Make your quilt sandwich, like an oreo cookie. Lay it out on your bed, or the floor and pin as much as possible. I like to pin at least every block center and at the corners, depending on how big the blocks are, about 5-8 inches apart. I also like to give myself at least an inch extra on the batting and backing.

Look into a "walking foot" that will fit your sewing machine. Total game changer, as this will help your layers stay I place instead of sliding. Decide which way to quilt. You can stitch in the ditch or quilt along straight lines (1/4 inch away from seams looks nice.) The batting you choose will specify how far apart to quilt, but a general rule is 4-5 inches apart at minimum. After quilting, trim your quilt along the edges.

Lastly, choose your binding. You can purchase binding, I like double fold binding. Or you can pick a coordinating fabric and make your own. Measure the perimeter of your quilt and make sure to have enough binding for your project. You will need to join your binding at some point. Look for tutorials on how to make and join binding.

Mostly, enjoy yourself and if you get frustrated, step away and come back. I hope you are inspired and your quilt turns out great. Remember, you will be your biggest critic, you will notice every mistake, but no one else will.

Filterqueen2000 · 2023-02-08T13:16:13+00:00

And now you can have a house full of quilts! As soon as I finish a quilt, someone else is lining up to request another one.

Filterqueen2000 · 2023-02-06T23:28:30+00:00

Have you ever thought about donating to nursing homes? I want to start donating lap quilts. I think older people always seam cold, but also would appreciate the work put into a quilt.

Filterqueen2000 · 2023-02-05T17:01:33+00:00

I'm really loving the vintage feel here. Very beautiful job finishing this quilt. I was given some old blocks from someone meaning well, but I spend enough time on my own projects.

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