Clam Shell - this is the way I do it, any other suggestions?
11-18-2014, 08:02 AM
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Did not have a pattern. I just cut out the clams looked at them and decided to just do it like the picture. When I have it the size I want I trim the top off to the second row top of the shell and add it to the bottom row. I am not good at reading patterns. I am a visual person so sometimes I just have to work it out for myself.( Not always the best way to go) lol
11-18-2014, 01:20 PM
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Originally Posted by nena
Did not have a pattern. I just cut out the clams looked at them and decided to just do it like the picture. When I have it the size I want I trim the top off to the second row top of the shell and add it to the bottom row. I am not good at reading patterns. I am a visual person so sometimes I just have to work it out for myself.( Not always the best way to go) lol
11-18-2014, 03:02 PM
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I joined this board over 4 yrs ago to find out how to make a clamshell quilt. this is the first I've seen of anyone making one. I have a row and a half on mine. i'm basting mine down,(the indivual pcs. o the top curve) then hand appliqueing to the row b4. I love clamshells, if anyone has one, please post a photo or us. I love them and Neece, thank you for posting for us.
I to am very visual, so I just look and do.
I to am very visual, so I just look and do.
11-19-2014, 05:48 AM
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In know PaperPieces.com has clamshell papers and an acrylic template for fabric cutting in several sizes...but those are hand done like hexies.....I watched Sue Daley's tute.......there must be a tute somewhere for machine piecing...
01-01-2017, 06:30 PM
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Originally Posted by lynnie
I joined this board over 4 yrs ago to find out how to make a clamshell quilt. this is the first I've seen of anyone making one. I have a row and a half on mine. i'm basting mine down,(the indivual pcs. o the top curve) then hand appliqueing to the row b4. I love clamshells, if anyone has one, please post a photo or us. I love them and Neece, thank you for posting for us.
I to am very visual, so I just look and do.
I to am very visual, so I just look and do.
Lynnie, just wondering if you have made any progress on your Clamshell quilt. I would appreciate knowing how you did with your project. I have always admired the work you have shared on these boards.
I am seriously thinking about beginning one in January, so I have been research anything I can about clamshell quilts.
Judy in Phx, AZ
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01-02-2017, 12:28 AM
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I think I would interface the clamshells, mainly because they would be put together quicker.
A member had started a quilt with lots of applique 'Clamshell Session" which would be a treat to see when/if done.
A member had started a quilt with lots of applique 'Clamshell Session" which would be a treat to see when/if done.
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