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August 18, 2020
Well-Loved Ladies QAL: Fabric Selection from Nestlings By Robin

FABRICS!
Isn't this why we 
really do this quilting thing??
So, let's talk fabrics!
This pic shows the fabrics I chose to work with.

The pattern supply list will give overall yardage.
Example: Red- # yards


I chose to use a 10" layer
 cake of red prints.
The red value is consistent throughout
with different prints. There were 42
squares in this pack from
 Wilmington Prints
and I used most of them.

For my greens, I pulled 6 that were
anywhere from a FQ to a yard.

When you are doing the QAL with us, 
there is no reason ...

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added by Robin 4 years, 4 months ago. under applique , color palette , designing , quilt history , quilt patterns , red , red and green , red and green applique , teaching , traditional , unique , well-loved ladies , wll qal2020
December 13, 2019
A favorite quilt binding technique for a clean finish from Quilt Social

Yesterday I went over how to approach quilting a bias binding applique project, with bias tape made using the UNIQUE Bias Maker.  Today I’m giving instructions on how to complete your piece of art to hang on the wall. The following is my preferred technique for binding.

To make the binding, cut strips at 2½” wide x the width of the chosen binding fabric (approximately 42″ on average). Sew strips together at a 45° angle. Press seams and trim.

Press length of binding in half and make a 45° cut and fold at the start of the binding, as ...

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added by Tania Denyer 5 years ago. under 0qs289 , bias tape makers , free patterns , h.a. kidd sewing notions , heatnbond , notions , unique , wallhangings (Comments)
December 12, 2019
Indispensable tips for bias tape applique quilting from Quilt Social

Yesterday, I went over how to applique the bias strips to create a picture, with bias tape made using the UNIQUE Bias Maker. Today, I’ll discuss how to quilt the applique piece.

It can be a bit intimidating to decide how to quilt your work after you have put in so much effort in the applique. I let the piece tell me how to quilt it, this is my process…

I always use a walking or an even feed foot… always. It makes all the difference to have all layers of your quilted project feeding through your machine evenly ...

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added by Tania Denyer 5 years ago. under 0qs289 , bias tape makers , free patterns , h.a. kidd sewing notions , heatnbond , notions , unique , wallhangings (Comments)
December 11, 2019
How to draw with bias binding strips on your quilts from Quilt Social

Yesterday I went over making bias tape step by step using the UNIQUE Bias Maker. It takes a little practice but once you have the hang of it, it’s a lot of fun! Today I’m showing how to draw with bias binding strips.

  1. Make the background piece at least 2″ larger all around than you want your final piece to be. This allows for wiggle room while sewing the bias strips down. If you are making your own noodle bowl wall hanging you’ll use a ½ yard of bright red fabric.
  2. Press the background in half and ...

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added by Tania Denyer 5 years ago. under 0qs289 , bias tape makers , free patterns , h.a. kidd sewing notions , heatnbond , notions , unique , wallhangings (Comments)
December 10, 2019
Simple steps to bias tape with UNIQUE Bias Tape Maker! from Quilt Social

Yesterday I explored the wonderful world of bias tape applique! I hope you were inspired </p> <a rel=read more

added by Tania Denyer 5 years ago. under 0qs289 , bias tape makers , free patterns , h.a. kidd sewing notions , heatnbond , notions , unique , wallhangings (Comments)
December 9, 2019
Brilliant bias tape creations with UNIQUE Bias Maker from Quilt Social

I have been quilting for many years now so I have seen more than a few trends take place. I remember when I started quilting, Celtic knotwork was very popular and I took a class to make a sampler quilt using this technique, I still have it. I remember making the bias tape was tricky but once I got the hang of it, everything went smoothly.

If you look back at any of my earlier QUILTsocial posts, you will see how much fun I like to have with applique and this week’s posts will be no different. I like ...

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added by Tania Denyer 5 years ago. under 0qs289 , bias tape makers , free patterns , h.a. kidd sewing notions , heatnbond , notions , unique , wallhangings (Comments)
October 18, 2019
Adding Bosal In-R-Form to the Date Night Clutch from Quilt Social

Hello and Happy Friday! All week, I’ve been demonstrating how to make The Library Tote and Date Night Clutch using BOSAL In-R-Form Double Sided Fusible Stabilizer. Yesterday, it was all about applying Bosal In-R-Form and hardware, such as the zipper, the magnetic snap, and anchor straps, to the clutch.

I promise you it’s easy, there are just many small steps. The lining is completely ready to go with a discrete faced zipper pocket, anchor straps and a magnetic snap. The straps for the bag are already made and set aside.

Today, I want to talk about the sides ...

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added by Robin Bogaert 5 years, 2 months ago. under 0qs281 , alilah , bags and accessories , banyan batiks , bosal in-r-form , fabrics , free patterns , h.a. kidd sewing notions , notions , quilting clever clips , sewing magnetic snaps , unique (Comments)
October 17, 2019
Applying Bosal In-R-Form and hardware to the Date Night Clutch from Quilt Social

Yesterday we made the strap anchors and the strap for this modern and professional-looking Date Night Clutch made with the Bosal In-R-Form Double Sided Fusible  Stabilizer, refer to yesterday’s post if you’re just joining us today.

Now it’s time to make the faced zipper I promised. What’s really nice about this zipper is it’s neat and tidy and hides a pocket where all the private stuff needed in a bag can be hidden. I find a zippered pocket always handy as it is a secure place to put things so they cannot slip out of ...

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added by Robin Bogaert 5 years, 2 months ago. under 0qs281 , alilah , bags and accessories , banyan batiks , bosal in-r-form , fabrics , free patterns , h.a. kidd sewing notions , notions , quilting clever clips , sewing magnetic snaps , unique (Comments)
October 16, 2019
Making a Date Night Clutch using Bosal In-R-Form from Quilt Social

Happy Wednesday! Yesterday I finished off making the library tote. Today and over the next few days, I’ll discuss how to make a smaller clutch bag with the Bosal In-R-Form stabilizer. This compact Date Night Clutch bag looks like it has been purchased in a store all because the Bosal In-R-Form gives such polished, structured results.

I’ll also share how to make a zipper facing so that the zipper is embedded in the lining (looks oh so gorgeous) with a hidden pocket and how to make removable straps with D rings and swivel hook toggles. This time I ...

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added by Robin Bogaert 5 years, 2 months ago. under 0qs281 , alilah , bags and accessories , banyan batiks , bosal in-r-form , fabrics , free patterns , h.a. kidd sewing notions , notions , quilting clever clips , sewing magnetic snaps , unique (Comments)
October 15, 2019
How to attach magnetic snaps and making the easiest tote pocket ever from Quilt Social

I hope you stopped by yesterday to see the beginning of The Library Tote bag, Bosal In-R-Form Adds Great Structure to Bags. Materials needed and cutting instructions along with a great method of making handles for this bag are included in yesterday’s post.

Today, I’ll demonstrate how easy it is to make a hanging pocket, inserting a magnetic snap and finishing this easy, handy bag for busy lifestyles.

 

The Library Tote

 

Constructing the pocket

Press the fusible woven interfacing, fusible side down to one end of the pocket piece (green as shown).

 

Woven fusible interfacing pressed to wrong ...

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added by Robin Bogaert 5 years, 2 months ago. under 0qs281 , alilah , bags and accessories , banyan batiks , bosal in-r-form , fabrics , free patterns , h.a. kidd sewing notions , notions , quilting clever clips , sewing magnetic snaps , unique (Comments)
October 14, 2019
Bosal In-R-Form adds great structure to quilted bags from Quilt Social

This week I’m talking all about Bosal In-R-Form, a fantastic foam product to stabilize sewing and allow sewists to have very professional structured results. I have used it many times with many projects including bags, backpacks, quilt as you go placemats, baskets, bowls, lunch bags and more.

 

The family of Bosal In-R-Form stabilizers

 

What’s really cool about it is:

  • It’s a foam product that provides a sturdy look and feel to projects giving them a professional finish.
  • It provides strength to straps and handles and the projects itself.
  • It looks and feels soft so projects do not ...

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added by Robin Bogaert 5 years, 2 months ago. under 0qs281 , alilah , bags and accessories , banyan batiks , bosal in-r-form , fabrics , free patterns , h.a. kidd sewing notions , notions , quilting clever clips , sewing magnetic snaps , unique (Comments)
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