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I just made a lap quilt out of denim, yes i agree, and yes it is wonky. lol. Never again. Though it was gonna be ok, so I put buttons on it looks better.
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Rhaorth,
I believe a denim needle is a bit thicker and stronger(sturdier) so it doesn't break while sewing. |
Originally Posted by kathyjg
The other day when I was at Hobby Lobby I saw a pair of scissors specifically made for snipping the edges of rag quilts. The and only place I have seen them, the were about $19. I am making rag quilts for my g-children for Chhristmas and am debating on getting them, even though I have spring loaded ones. If you try these out, let me know if they work any better.
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I made a queen size for my son w/ denim and flannel. let's just say that he doesn't have to worry about being warm: rolling over under the this heavy-weight will be enough of a chore! :lol: :lol:
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I only used one layer of denim and then cut the seams to ravel. Still ended up very heavy.
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I guess me making 15 twin size raggedy blue jean and flannel quilts in 9 weeks would drive you nuts. The size blocks I used were
6 1/2inch squares and 3 1/2 x 6 1/2 inch rectangles. Every other row started with a rectangle that way I didn't have to match a seam. It made it a lot easier to sew them .Here is a picture of one of them. Also a picture of my sons full size quilt that was just done with 6 1/2 in squares twin size raggedy quilt [ATTACH=CONFIG]271813[/ATTACH] Full Size Raggedy Quilt [ATTACH=CONFIG]271814[/ATTACH] |
I have made 2 and the trouble I saw was the weight, but it can stretch some because of the weave, so I use a walking foot.:)
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Originally Posted by pontiac46750
I guess me making 15 twin size raggedy blue jean and flannel quilts in 9 weeks would drive you nuts. The size blocks I used were
6 1/2inch squares and 3 1/2 x 6 1/2 inch rectangles. Every other row started with a rectangle that way I didn't have to match a seam. It made it a lot easier to sew them .Here is a picture of one of them. Also a picture of my sons full size quilt that was just done with 6 1/2 in squares |
Hum i have made of them and not one problem and gonna make some more. i kinda like to make a denim quilts. sorry you had problems
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I am making a denim TV quilt for my son as we speak....I find the worst part is getting straight pieces out of the jeans. The legs are large at the top and taper down..UGH.
I don't mind the sewing as I'm doing it kinda crazy quilt. Just making sure all the blocks are 10" when finished. I have put some of the pockets on the blocks, some with the leather label, some with a piece of the waist band. All different colored jeans. It's 5 blocks across and 7 down. He's tall so will add about a 4" border, top and bottom. No batting, just fleece for backing. I'm down to putting the borders on and then the backing and I'm done. HOWEVER, I told him he will be the only one in the family to get one...It's a once and only !! |
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