My sis-in-love made one of these for our great-grandson and it came out so pretty! Soft and fuzzy and comforting. It gets lots of comments from everyone who sees it and the little guy and his parents love it.
I made a strip rag quilt for my granddaughter’s toddler bed. She is 8 now and she still enjoys it. Wish I could post a picture! This would have been a great first rag quilt project. I added some embroidery to the solid strips.
This is cute. I have made 2 different layer cake size rag quilts for my grandkids. One was from a Woolies Flannel layer cake and the other was flannel in red and black that I cut into 10" squares. I found I like the look of the Woolies with the pinked edges better than a straight cut edges so after I sewed it I pinked all of the seams allowances. I also found using regular scissors were hard on my hand to snip the 1/4 " so I bought a pair of Rag Quilt Snips. They work great and my hand wasn't sore as they are ergonomically designed for that.
Wonderfully quick for a charity child or baby blanket!! Thanks for the awesome video and idea Kimberly. I always enjoy how you give EVERY detail even down to the type of needle!! Keep 'em coming PLEASE!!
Because the strips are so wide, I run two random wavy lines down the center of the strips before I clip the edges of the strips. Using 3 flannels is much easier than the method I used years ago, with batting in-between the two flannel layers, 1" narrower than the flannel strips. I can't wait to try it!
Hello there, we actually have a free pattern that has the instruction written which you can find here: blog.fatquartershop.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/06/OneHourFlannelRagQuilt-Pattern.pdf
Thank you. I am always confused about washing or not washing before making something. Some say before others after, is there and stead fast rule that you know? Right now I have around 10 yds of washed flannel of various patterns waiting for ideas to pop. If I don't need to was before hand it will save me from washing the rest of my material.Thank you for answering my questions I truly appreciate your help.
Unfortunately there is no hard and fast rule, its all about the quilters preferences. We don't prewash anything because we find it easier to work with when its taken right off the bolt. You might give this pattern a try with your prewashed flannel. I bet it will still work. Good luck!
Hi , I forgot to ask you about the fabric: is it quilting cotton or flannel? And which fabric stays nice after a few washings? Thanks and have a great day/ holiday! 😎🌸
@@marietteforget7804 She mentions in the beginning that she is using flannel. Flannel rags better than quilters cotton. You will need to wash the blanket several times to get a soft and fluffy ragged edge. The lent becomes less with every washing and the blanket becomes softer.
I was thinking same, why cut twice? She cut 7 1/2 width and then cut again to 6 1/2. Was this just to make sure they all got cut together and then she pinned them? Why not cut all to 6 1/2 to begin with?
It's possible to make it with cotton fabrics, however it will fray differently than the flannel does and might come unraveled. If your really interested in trying this, I would suggest that you test it out on scrap fabric first.
I’ve made about 15 rags quilts of all sizes and shapes. The best technique and easiest on your washer is to dry 1st, wash and dry. This 3-step method is way easier on your washing machine. (Use old, clean tennis shoes or tennis balls in the dryer.) PS I had a friend who ruined her washing machine because of rag quilts. There were too many threads on the loose, ha.
Dollar store has wonderful mesh bags of various sizes. I bet a larger one could hold a small quilt and keep those threads under control in the washer and dryer.
We find it easier to work with if you don't prewash you fabrics for this pattern. That way, once you do wash it, you will get a better fringe on your seam.
Hello Linda! The quilt on display: Little Ruby Quilt - Find more info on our blog, The Jolly Jabber: blog.fatquartershop.com/little-ruby-quilt-along-part-one/
Hi Susan! You can try almost any type of fabric, but test out how it frays over time. For instance, flannel will fray but not completely unravel with washing, but regular quilting cotton may not hold up as well without some type of stabilizer.
I have a question for anyone that can help. Ive made a rag quilt out of 100% cotton. Ive washed 6 times and it will not stop shedding and each time it is filling up my dryer.. Ive made 3 before and it did not continue to shed after 3 washes,the first three were 100% cotton also and are fine. Is there a change to the material now or can you tell me why this would be happening?
We wouldn't recommend it since once you have the larger seam allowance it would take at least an inch off the Jelly roll and you would need much more fabric.
Hi Alice! Thanks for asking. The requirements start with a bit more in case of miscuts, fraying, etc. You have like 1/2" of wiggle room just in case something happens!
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My sis-in-love made one of these for our great-grandson and it came out so pretty! Soft and fuzzy and comforting. It gets lots of comments from everyone who sees it and the little guy and his parents love it.
My next project. Thinking about a throw size. Thanks Kimberly ❤️
I made a strip rag quilt for my granddaughter’s toddler bed. She is 8 now and she still enjoys it. Wish I could post a picture! This would have been a great first rag quilt project. I added some embroidery to the solid strips.
Nothing I make can be done in an hour but your clear directions will help to keep mine from being fouled up!
This is cute. I have made 2 different layer cake size rag quilts for my grandkids. One was from a Woolies Flannel layer cake and the other was flannel in red and black that I cut into 10" squares. I found I like the look of the Woolies with the pinked edges better than a straight cut edges so after I sewed it I pinked all of the seams allowances. I also found using regular scissors were hard on my hand to snip the 1/4 " so I bought a pair of Rag Quilt Snips. They work great and my hand wasn't sore as they are ergonomically designed for that.
I can’t believe I missed one of Kimberly’s videos! Doing a rag quilt is on my list...I just haven’t gotten to it yet. Many thanks!
thank you for this video, I have 4 yards of flannel for a baby shower and had no idea what to make....I know what I'm making now 😉
Wonderfully quick for a charity child or baby blanket!! Thanks for the awesome video and idea Kimberly. I always enjoy how you give EVERY detail even down to the type of needle!! Keep 'em coming PLEASE!!
Kimberly, I just love your tutorials. So easy to understand each step! Thank you for the time you put in to helping other quilters.
Really turn out beautiful
Because the strips are so wide, I run two random wavy lines down the center of the strips before I clip the edges of the strips. Using 3 flannels is much easier than the method I used years ago, with batting in-between the two flannel layers, 1" narrower than the flannel strips. I can't wait to try it!
One of the best tutorials I've seen on rag quilting! Thanks so much.
This seem really doable. Thank you for sharing!!!
This is all very helpful but I would like quick tips on how to cut longer strips. I am wanting to rag a twin size blanket.
Thanks for the video on this. Yes, I am going to make some of these. They are awesome!
Thank you
Thank you for posting this video. It clarifies questions I had before watching!
I always appreciate quick, simple instructions in writing. Perhaps you could add that to your video description? :)
Hello there, we actually have a free pattern that has the instruction written which you can find here: blog.fatquartershop.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/06/OneHourFlannelRagQuilt-Pattern.pdf
Sweet! Thanks for the great tips! Loved your tutorial!
Such a wonderful idea. Thank you.
Thanks Kimberly
Awesome cause I'm still a beginner. Love you
Kimberly the quilt is beautiful. tfs
This is sew simple, thank you! :)
It looks soooo comfy
Love love ❤️
Girl, you've got to get yourself a pair of spring nippers for rag quilting. It's the only way to save your hands.
You made it sound & look so easy.
Love this!
Thank you. I am always confused about washing or not washing before making something. Some say before others after, is there and stead fast rule that you know? Right now I have around 10 yds of washed flannel of various patterns waiting for ideas to pop. If I don't need to was before hand it will save me from washing the rest of my material.Thank you for answering my questions I truly appreciate your help.
Unfortunately there is no hard and fast rule, its all about the quilters preferences. We don't prewash anything because we find it easier to work with when its taken right off the bolt. You might give this pattern a try with your prewashed flannel. I bet it will still work. Good luck!
Thank you very much! 😎🌸
Hi , I forgot to ask you about the fabric: is it quilting cotton or flannel? And which fabric stays nice after a few washings? Thanks and have a great day/ holiday! 😎🌸
@@marietteforget7804 She mentions in the beginning that she is using flannel. Flannel rags better than quilters cotton. You will need to wash the blanket several times to get a soft and fluffy ragged edge. The lent becomes less with every washing and the blanket becomes softer.
@@marcysikes thanks a lot! 🌸🌸
good job kimberly
I was wondering why you cut it down, can it be made with the length it was before cutting it?
I was thinking same, why cut twice? She cut 7 1/2 width and then cut again to 6 1/2. Was this just to make sure they all got cut together and then she pinned them? Why not cut all to 6 1/2 to begin with?
What fabric did you use for the middle? Was it flannel as well and do you always use three layers? TIA Tami
Yes, we used a white flannel as the "batting" portion. That way it frays like the outer pieces. Thanks for watching!
Question how would it work if we did the quilt with straight cuts but made a diagonal pattern
Through piecing and sewing?
Hello Julia! You can do that, you would just need to cut your pieces into different lengths and trim it square afterward
Do you recommend 1 or 2 layer of flannel in the middle and what seam allowance did you use and do you recommend flannel or batting as the middle layer
Thanks a lot! 😎🌸
Thanks
Love this
how would you adjust your stripe sizes for a full size quilt/spread? never made a quilt before but i want to make one for my bed.
beautiful😃😉
How easy peasy can it get?? And snuggly too!
Easy too.
Kimberly-can this be made in 100% cotton? Or just in flannel? 😊
It's possible to make it with cotton fabrics, however it will fray differently than the flannel does and might come unraveled. If your really interested in trying this, I would suggest that you test it out on scrap fabric first.
+Fat Quarter Shop thanks so much. I have plenty of scrap fabric, so I'll try it in a doll blanket first. 😀
Sounds perfect!
Why are these rag quilts so small? How do I make one that is the size of a throw or a twin?
Hello zRandy! You can cut your strips to the length you want your quilt to be.
Is this quilt made with all flannel?
can you make a longer and wider rag quilt out of strips
You can really take the technique and run with it. You can use any size of strip or even squares.
I’ve made about 15 rags quilts of all sizes and shapes. The best technique and easiest on your washer is to dry 1st, wash and dry. This 3-step method is way easier on your washing machine. (Use old, clean tennis shoes or tennis balls in the dryer.)
PS I had a friend who ruined her washing machine because of rag quilts. There were too many threads on the loose, ha.
Dollar store has wonderful mesh bags of various sizes. I bet a larger one could hold a small quilt and keep those threads under control in the washer and dryer.
@@reneerayl3526 it's the shredding of the cut rows that messes up the washing machine not the weight of the quilt.
Do you press open the seams?
Can you tell me the reason that you cut originally 7.5" wide, then trip to 6.5???
Hello Zippy Zippy! We think Kimberly did that so she could start with clean, even edges after combining the 3 layers of flannel
Pls tell me the exact size of the Creative Grids ruler u r using. Thanks!
We are using an 8 1/2 x 24 1/2 ruler. You can find it here: www.fatquartershop.com/creative-grids-8-12-x-24-12-quilting-ruler
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Did you wash your material before sewing?
We find it easier to work with if you don't prewash you fabrics for this pattern. That way, once you do wash it, you will get a better fringe on your seam.
Does anyone know the name of the pattern behind Kimberly in this tutorial?
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Hello Linda! The quilt on display: Little Ruby Quilt - Find more info on our blog, The Jolly Jabber: blog.fatquartershop.com/little-ruby-quilt-along-part-one/
The center fabric is another piece of flannelcorrect?
We used white fleece for our "batting", but you could certainy use another piece of flannel for a thinner rag quilt.
what fabrics can be used for a rag quilt?
Hi Susan! You can try almost any type of fabric, but test out how it frays over time. For instance, flannel will fray but not completely unravel with washing, but regular quilting cotton may not hold up as well without some type of stabilizer.
link for pattern does not work
Hello Mary! Here is a new link: www.fatquartershop.com/one-hour-flannel-rag-quilt
I have a question for anyone that can help. Ive made a rag quilt out of 100% cotton. Ive washed 6 times and it will not stop shedding and each time it is filling up my dryer.. Ive made 3 before and it did not continue to shed after 3 washes,the first three were 100% cotton also and are fine. Is there a change to the material now or can you tell me why this would be happening?
Hello Delai! Where did you purchase the fabric you used for your quilt?
@@FatQuarterShopTX i bought the fabric at hobby lobby
I gave it 4 more times in the wash and I swear I could carpet my living room with all the shedding.
Why didnt you just cut them to 6 1/2 to start with.
You certainly could it just makes the strips nice and even when you do it at the end.
ok thanks
joan
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Aunties two
Could this be made with jelly rolls?
We wouldn't recommend it since once you have the larger seam allowance it would take at least an inch off the Jelly roll and you would need much more fabric.
What is the completed quilt measurement? Thank you.
What sz for twin bed?
Hello Amanda! Please email service@fatquartershop.com.
What is the quilt behind you?
Hello Mistie! That is the Little Ruby Quilt - Find more info on our blog, The Jolly Jabber: blog.fatquartershop.com/little-ruby-quilt-along-part-one/
That was’nt a quilt , it was a pot holder , that can’t even cover one butt cheek! 😂😂
Why don't you just make a 6.5 to begin with why cut later
Hi Alice! Thanks for asking. The requirements start with a bit more in case of miscuts, fraying, etc. You have like 1/2" of wiggle room just in case something happens!
It can’t be this easy.... I just got through paying 100.00 for a crib sized rag quilt .
Very cute but not very big.
Love this!!!
Do you press open the seams?
You will just finger press the horizontal seems over prior to stitching them. Watch the video at the 4:33 mark.