Begginer
11-09-2016, 11:45 AM
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Hello,
I am completely new to quilting and don't quite have all of the terminology memorized just yet. But am starting my first quilt for two of my four girls. I plan to have it done by Christmas as a goal and one of their presents as well. This is the project that I'm starting: https://www.craftsy.com/quilting/kit...uilt-kit/39815
I know I will have lots of questions and hope to learn the easiest and quickest way.
I am completely new to quilting and don't quite have all of the terminology memorized just yet. But am starting my first quilt for two of my four girls. I plan to have it done by Christmas as a goal and one of their presents as well. This is the project that I'm starting: https://www.craftsy.com/quilting/kit...uilt-kit/39815
I know I will have lots of questions and hope to learn the easiest and quickest way.
11-09-2016, 01:05 PM
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Very cute. A word of advice, careful cutting and careful piecing will be your best friend. My mom used to say, 1/8" off soon becomes 1/4" off which becomes a 1/3" off....(you get the picture). No matter what, be kind to yourself. And finish. Your daughters will love the outcome and feel the love you put into them. I still consider myself a confident intermediate quilter. (I've been quilting for 8 years.)
Welcome to the Quiltboard. There is a wealth of information here. And many, many quilters willing to share their knowledge and talent.
Welcome to the Quiltboard. There is a wealth of information here. And many, many quilters willing to share their knowledge and talent.
11-09-2016, 01:35 PM
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Ask away! We've all been where you are and we'd love to help! If one of us doesn't have the answer another, or 10, will...
As mentioned above, cut carefully and keep to your 1/4" seams and that will help a lot. Some people even cut a little big and trim down.
As a first step, my advice is to get a good board and rotary cutter and find a video that teaches you how to straighten your material on the grain before cutting. I know Leah Day has a video about it.
Have fun and post a pic of the fabrics you've chosen!
Watson
As mentioned above, cut carefully and keep to your 1/4" seams and that will help a lot. Some people even cut a little big and trim down.
As a first step, my advice is to get a good board and rotary cutter and find a video that teaches you how to straighten your material on the grain before cutting. I know Leah Day has a video about it.
Have fun and post a pic of the fabrics you've chosen!
Watson
11-09-2016, 05:03 PM
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Welcome from Missouri - you have certainly picked a very ambitious quilt for your first. But, if you have done garment sewing for your girls you should do OK - just remember that we use 1/4 inch seam allowances.
11-09-2016, 05:27 PM
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You've chosen a pretty pattern. As others have said, accurate cutting and sewing are essential, but you will never be perfect, so don't berate yourself for errors. And welcome from the beautiful mountains of western NC.
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