4 Easy Steps to Start Quilting

4 Easy Steps to Start Quilting

Step 1: Choose Your Pattern. Choosing a beginner friendly pattern with easy to follow instructions are a must for a successful first quilt. Consider starting with a strip quilt or using other pre-cut fabrics if piecing feels intimidating.

Step 2: Gather Your Supplies. Having everything you need ready to go makes starting SEW much easier. You will need fabric scissors, a seam ripper, rotary cutter, cutting mat, quilting ruler, quilting thread, and clips or pins.

Step 3: Start Cutting. Read your entire pattern before making your first cut. Then, using your ruler and rotary cutter, cut your pieces according to your pattern. Remember to include seam allowances and match fabric when needed. For quilts with many cut pieces, have a system for keeping them organized like labeled bags or quilt label pins.

Step 4: Sew Your Quilt. Now comes the fun part - piecing together your blocks, adding borders, and more! Follow your pattern's instructions for piecing and putting together the quilt top properly. Then, add your batting and backing then finish by binding.



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