Valerie has several Dresden Plate, Grandmother’s Fan quilts to show and she talks through the various quilting options she has used plus a selection of setting options for the blocks.
Mostly machine quilting and with the walking foot, but she has also used ‘seed quilting’ by hand to add texture to the background of one of them.
If you have enjoyed this workshop, you might like to view:
Quilting your Sampler Quilt – where Valerie talks through several options.
How to put on your Walking Foot might also be useful, as this is an essential tool when machine quilting.
And Knotting off the Ends of your thread useful to know too.
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Handwork or Machinework
Putting the binding on your quilt is just so exciting, because it means the quilt is finished!
For those who love handwork this is also a joy but not everyone does it. Valerie shows you how you can complete the stitching using your sewing machine. She has first of all cut ...
Great Gift
All you need to make this traditional potholder is straightforward folding and sewing. And at Christmas you could think about adding some spices, such as cloves.
Use of heat resistant wadding and heat resistant fabric is also something you could consider.
Most of the sewing is large, o...
Hexagons can be rotary cut
Hexagons are a traditional favourite and are enjoying a revival. In this workshop Valerie shows you how to rotary cut this shape with the help of a special template, plus how to applique the shapes onto the cushion.
You can piece by hand
While you can work this pattern ...
