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needles3thread 04-08-2015 07:55 PM

how to quilt a t-shirt quilt
 
I need information on quilting a t-shirt quilt.

AudreyB 04-08-2015 08:41 PM

I'm probably not much help. I quilted mine on my longarm win a loose meander.

cindi 04-09-2015 02:03 AM

Since you didn't list specifics as to what you're looking for as far as far as quilting the t-shirt quilt, I'm assuming you're just looking for tips. My best suggestion is to put "t-shirt quilt" in the search box here. It's been discussed a lot lately, and there's a plethora of information here on the forum in different posts. Good luck!

ckcowl 04-09-2015 02:21 AM

Use a batting that allows a lot of space between quilting lines, ( like warm & natural allows up to 10" - there are others too)
Use a New, Sharp needle in the size appropriate for the thread weight. Lengthen your stitch length a little bit. Choose a large, open design that allows you to go around the rubbery, decal areas

lakekids 04-09-2015 09:46 AM

If you choose to quilt through some of the rubbery decal areas - go slowly - the decal has a tendency to grab the needle and thread.

spark 04-09-2015 01:14 PM

T-shirt quilts are very heavy. If you are going to use a dm you may want to use a quilt as you go method.

ManiacQuilter2 04-09-2015 02:23 PM


Originally Posted by cindi (Post 7158689)
Since you didn't list specifics as to what you're looking for as far as far as quilting the t-shirt quilt, I'm assuming you're just looking for tips. My best suggestion is to put "t-shirt quilt" in the search box here. It's been discussed a lot lately, and there's a plethora of information here on the forum in different posts. Good luck!

I agree with Cindi. Do an advance search. Just never stitch thru the vinyl. I always outline the shirt with what would work best with the design on the t-shirt.

tessagin 04-09-2015 02:28 PM

You could also check out the different ideas on You Tube videos. Missouri Star QuiltCompany has a video on t-shirt quilts.

needles3thread 04-10-2015 08:19 AM

Thank you for the advice. I will check them out.

cindi 04-14-2015 05:50 AM


Originally Posted by spark (Post 7159397)
T-shirt quilts are very heavy. If you are going to use a dm you may want to use a quilt as you go method.

I just weighed the one I use every day, which is a lap quilt. It has lightweight interfacing and a flannel back, and it weighs only 3.72 lbs. Not heavy at all. I used W&N batting with it.


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