Discouraged
#161
Quit reading and start quilting! The more you read, the more confused you will get, and it's really quite simple. If you can sew a straight 1/4" seam, you can make a quilt. Cut a couple of squares the same size, sew them right sides together, press, and you're started! Don't worry about the size of the finished project, the binding, the backing, the quilting, etc. etc. . . . That will all come in time.
Just cut accurately (rotary cutter and mat is the easiest), sew on the 1/4' mark, and you're good to go!
Just cut accurately (rotary cutter and mat is the easiest), sew on the 1/4' mark, and you're good to go!
#162
Originally Posted by scowlkat
Please don't get discouraged! There are many many one patch patterns. Why not try a simple four patch or nine patch? Try a two color quilt using squares. They are very pretty!
#164
There are amazing quilters on here....don`t think i`ll ever get that good , but it doesn`t stop me because i find quilting very relaxing, and rewarding...start with simple squares...you will soon become addicted too....good luck!!!
#165
Senior Member
Join Date: Dec 2010
Location: Oceanside, CA
Posts: 847
I just did a D9P with the center block bright green and the other 8 are black and white. Cut horizontal and vertical and put together in random order. So cool and so easy. My first quilt top and I just love it. Not quilted yet. Just go for it!!
#166
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Join Date: Nov 2010
Location: eastern Oklahoma
Posts: 1,873
Hello. Please don't get discouraged. It is hard to take the first step doing anything new. Start small and simple. When I was teaching I usually gave the first block as the 9Patch. It is just 3 rows of blocks,any size that you want to use. I prefer 3 1/2 inch sq. They do not have to match. You will need 9 sqs for the block. Lay them in front of you and move them around untill it pleases you. Then sew the top row of 3 together side by side. Then sew the second 3 oieces the same way,and finally the 3rd row. Lay they down like you had them Lay the first row on top of the second row, Pin the seams,thensew. Spread what you have sewn out and lay the third row over the pieced section. Pin the seams and sew. Lay it face up. You have just made you first quilt block. That did not hurt
In a store that sells fabric, or even some grocery stores sell quilt books, They have a section of how to . Also you can check at the local library and find a lot of books on quilting. Good Luck.
In a store that sells fabric, or even some grocery stores sell quilt books, They have a section of how to . Also you can check at the local library and find a lot of books on quilting. Good Luck.
#167
Super Member
Join Date: Jan 2010
Location: Minnesota
Posts: 1,918
Don't get discouraged. Buy a couple charm packs and then material for a border or two. It is very easy as they are 5" squares and just lay them out and sew them. It all takes time and we all started from the beginning. I have been quilting for about 5 years and still don't know everything or able to sew perfectly. Have fun and enjoy
#168
Oh please, don't get discouraged! You are just having 'information overload', LOL.
Take time to breathe and relax.
If you only want to do squares, then do it... 4 patches, 9 patches, or even single blocks in a simple quilt, maybe 'I spy' quilt. Very easy, no fuss no muss.
Now, if you want to do a bunch of 4 patches, scrappy or otherwise, you can try Billie Lauder's 'Ultimate scrappy 4 patch' tecnique ... ala video tutorial ...
http://www.quilterstv.com/channel/video/0?video=1415
I love the quilts in her video and I've been cutting my scraps into 5" sqs for this technique or even the disappearing 9 patch.
I hope I'm not 'overloading' you again!
Just have FUN!
Take time to breathe and relax.
If you only want to do squares, then do it... 4 patches, 9 patches, or even single blocks in a simple quilt, maybe 'I spy' quilt. Very easy, no fuss no muss.
Now, if you want to do a bunch of 4 patches, scrappy or otherwise, you can try Billie Lauder's 'Ultimate scrappy 4 patch' tecnique ... ala video tutorial ...
http://www.quilterstv.com/channel/video/0?video=1415
I love the quilts in her video and I've been cutting my scraps into 5" sqs for this technique or even the disappearing 9 patch.
I hope I'm not 'overloading' you again!
Just have FUN!
#169
You can do this. Just cut the squares all the same size and start stitching. If you want a real design go with "A Trip Around the World." It is the same concept just placement is different using certain colors. Go for it!
#170
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Join Date: May 2008
Posts: 24
Look up the quilt called potato chip. It is blocks with sashing around each block, very easy. Things seem overwelming however jump right in and give it a try. We learn as we go. A bought quilt will not give you the satisfaction of making your own. This board is here to help and boy are they right there to do so.
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