Quilt as you go
05-01-2013, 05:52 PM
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The backing on each block is 1/2 inch larger all around than the top. I then quilt the squares. To join them, I sew two block tops together, press the seam to one side (I invested in a small hand held iron to do this), then lay the batting flat so that one side overlaps the other. On the side that overlaps, I trim the batting so that the two pieces lay flush against each other and then add heat set batting tape. Then, fold one side of backing over the batting, mark the center fold line, and fold the other side of backing down to the line. I set it with the iron and glue baste it in place. From there, I hand stitch the seams closed. The back looks great and I'm pleased with this method. The original instructions had you SID the backing closed, but this only works when joining two blocks. When you add the next row, you don't have the seam allowances to work with, so SID was not an option. I hope this makes sense. I can post a picture tutorial if you would like since I'm joining blocks tonight.
05-01-2013, 06:09 PM
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I really like the one square with the block on it, how good is that? Love it. Nice job, heck they are all wonderful. And the technique is interesting to me, I have my blocks done for a queen size and have thought about this. Thanks for sharing wonderful photos everyone.
05-01-2013, 06:20 PM
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The backing on each block is 1/2 inch larger all around than the top. I then quilt the squares. To join them, I sew two block tops together, press the seam to one side (I invested in a small hand held iron to do this), then lay the batting flat so that one side overlaps the other. On the side that overlaps, I trim the batting so that the two pieces lay flush against each other and then add heat set batting tape. Then, fold one side of backing over the batting, mark the center fold line, and fold the other side of backing down to the line. I set it with the iron and glue baste it in place. From there, I hand stitch the seams closed. The back looks great and I'm pleased with this method. The original instructions had you SID the backing closed, but this only works when joining two blocks. When you add the next row, you don't have the seam allowances to work with, so SID was not an option. I hope this makes sense. I can post a picture tutorial if you would like since I'm joining blocks tonight.
Thanks!
05-02-2013, 02:52 AM
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Quilt as you go
The backing on each block is 1/2 inch larger all around than the top. I then quilt the squares. To join them, I sew two block tops together, press the seam to one side (I invested in a small hand held iron to do this), then lay the batting flat so that one side overlaps the other. On the side that overlaps, I trim the batting so that the two pieces lay flush against each other and then add heat set batting tape. Then, fold one side of backing over the batting, mark the center fold line, and fold the other side of backing down to the line. I set it with the iron and glue baste it in place. From there, I hand stitch the seams closed. The back looks great and I'm pleased with this method. The original instructions had you SID the backing closed, but this only works when joining two blocks. When you add the next row, you don't have the seam allowances to work with, so SID was not an option. I hope this makes sense. I can post a picture tutorial if you would like since I'm joining blocks tonight.
Lucy
05-02-2013, 03:42 PM
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1. Pin the front of each block at the edge of the previous seam to prevent the blocks from slipping when you sew them together.
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2. Press the seam how you wish. I use a tiny iron to do this and it works great.
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3. Fold the batting so it overlaps and trim to it butts up against each other. The fabric looks wet because it is. I glue basted the sandwich together so I could quilt it and got the glue too close to the edge. A little water loosened the glue right up and I was able to separate the backing and batting. Just make sure not to quilt within about 1 inch of the edge of the top square. Makes it easier to so this process.
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4. I used heat press batting tape to join the batting at this point.
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5. Fold the fabric down and mark the fold line on the bottom fabric.
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6. Fold the top fabric under to the line and press. I trim my seams to about 3/8 inch at this point. Then glue baste the seam shut. I hand stitch the seams closed at this point.
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Hope this clarifies things for you!
[ATTACH=CONFIG]411407[/ATTACH]
2. Press the seam how you wish. I use a tiny iron to do this and it works great.
[ATTACH=CONFIG]411408[/ATTACH]
3. Fold the batting so it overlaps and trim to it butts up against each other. The fabric looks wet because it is. I glue basted the sandwich together so I could quilt it and got the glue too close to the edge. A little water loosened the glue right up and I was able to separate the backing and batting. Just make sure not to quilt within about 1 inch of the edge of the top square. Makes it easier to so this process.
[ATTACH=CONFIG]411409[/ATTACH]
4. I used heat press batting tape to join the batting at this point.
[ATTACH=CONFIG]411410[/ATTACH]
5. Fold the fabric down and mark the fold line on the bottom fabric.
[ATTACH=CONFIG]411412[/ATTACH]
6. Fold the top fabric under to the line and press. I trim my seams to about 3/8 inch at this point. Then glue baste the seam shut. I hand stitch the seams closed at this point.
[ATTACH=CONFIG]411411[/ATTACH]
Hope this clarifies things for you!
05-02-2013, 05:10 PM
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Quilt As you Go
Here is my "Quilt As You Go". I quilted the squares riding in the car with my husband to and from Wichita, KS from Ohio. I put it all together when I got home. It is Queen size but I have it on the regular bed.
05-03-2013, 03:09 AM
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Thank you so much. Excellent explanation.
1. Pin the front of each block at the edge of the previous seam to prevent the blocks from slipping when you sew them together.
[ATTACH=CONFIG]411407[/ATTACH]
2. Press the seam how you wish. I use a tiny iron to do this and it works great.
[ATTACH=CONFIG]411408[/ATTACH]
3. Fold the batting so it overlaps and trim to it butts up against each other. The fabric looks wet because it is. I glue basted the sandwich together so I could quilt it and got the glue too close to the edge. A little water loosened the glue right up and I was able to separate the backing and batting. Just make sure not to quilt within about 1 inch of the edge of the top square. Makes it easier to so this process.
[ATTACH=CONFIG]411409[/ATTACH]
4. I used heat press batting tape to join the batting at this point.
[ATTACH=CONFIG]411410[/ATTACH]
5. Fold the fabric down and mark the fold line on the bottom fabric.
[ATTACH=CONFIG]411412[/ATTACH]
6. Fold the top fabric under to the line and press. I trim my seams to about 3/8 inch at this point. Then glue baste the seam shut. I hand stitch the seams closed at this point.
[ATTACH=CONFIG]411411[/ATTACH]
Hope this clarifies things for you!
[ATTACH=CONFIG]411407[/ATTACH]
2. Press the seam how you wish. I use a tiny iron to do this and it works great.
[ATTACH=CONFIG]411408[/ATTACH]
3. Fold the batting so it overlaps and trim to it butts up against each other. The fabric looks wet because it is. I glue basted the sandwich together so I could quilt it and got the glue too close to the edge. A little water loosened the glue right up and I was able to separate the backing and batting. Just make sure not to quilt within about 1 inch of the edge of the top square. Makes it easier to so this process.
[ATTACH=CONFIG]411409[/ATTACH]
4. I used heat press batting tape to join the batting at this point.
[ATTACH=CONFIG]411410[/ATTACH]
5. Fold the fabric down and mark the fold line on the bottom fabric.
[ATTACH=CONFIG]411412[/ATTACH]
6. Fold the top fabric under to the line and press. I trim my seams to about 3/8 inch at this point. Then glue baste the seam shut. I hand stitch the seams closed at this point.
[ATTACH=CONFIG]411411[/ATTACH]
Hope this clarifies things for you!
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