I’m doing my first QAYG by rows. It’s ok but my next one I am using your method. Thank you for a wonderful video. I always have mistakes on my quilts. I usually sew a few hearts on mine to cover my mistakes up. I love your calling imperfect sewing adding character. Thanks
Good information. When you square your blocks make the star block points at least 1/4 in from the edge, otherwise you lose the point on your stars when you sew them together.
I just found you! Easiest tutorial on QAYG. I just finished my blocks and forgot how-to, watched several videos with much more difficulty. You made it easy. Thank you!!
I have never tried quilt as you go.But I do like the way you do it, and I like that I can do my quilting on smaller pieces.I do like your videos. thank you.
Only 3 years later...but your method and video are the easiest to understand. I have a Row by Row that my quilt club did, so I have 5 rows to quilt and then put together using your method. Did you ever make a follow up video putting on the borders? Thank you!
Thank you so much! 😊 I’m glad I was able to help. Here is the video on how to attach the borders. QUILT AS YOU GO: QUILTING AND ATTACHING BORDERS WITH SASHING th-cam.com/video/rw6VzKvpzn0/w-d-xo.html
What a GREAT tutorial! I LOVE your attitude. I'm getting ready to join an 80 x 80 quilt and I think I will use this method. Your husband's quilt is beautiful!!!!! Talk about turning a mistake into a beautiful focal point....amazing (life lessons there too.) Thank you!
This is really good! I have been learning how to knit and am making a blanket and it has all kinds of mistakes in it and I could get discouraged and quit but I'm not! I'm embracing all the mistakes! It will be a wonderful blanket when it's done for good use! And I have enjoyed the journey! Quilting is next on my bucket list!
Hi. Thanks for the post. Suggestion: If you join first the bottom with a one inch strip and the top with a folded two inch strip, wouldn't you be able to better control the outcome of your stiching? All "mishaps" of the joyning would be on the backing, wouldn't they?..... Just saying!
I’ve made many quilts using this method but I could have saved myself a lot of time and frustration if I could have learned from your videos. 😉 I watched what seemed like 100’s of videos but you have explained it better than any I’ve ever watched. If I had one word of advice to anyone wanting to try this method is this. Take your time and use lots of clips. You will be glad you did in the end. Beautiful quilting on your blocks!
Thank you for the video. I am new to quilting, I am not a seamstress nor have really ever sewn much. I loved your video the instruction was great, plus I love the “ don’t worry about the mistakes it gives them character!
Your hair looks fantastic. I love the way the quilt is coming together. Thank you and all for the prayers. When the surgeon injected the alcohol the heart attack was so painful I passed out. The second time he brought me back to, I wanted to punch him in the face. LOL! It didn't really hurt anymore and it was so peaceful before he brought me back. But the surgery was a great success. I can already breathe easier and no longer have pain or fluttering in my chest. For well over 30 years I had been told it was mitral valve prolapse, when it never was that. I watched your last video before this one also but didn't comment. I'm just beginning to get my strength back up and will be starting physical therapy as soon as the virus takes a break again. Take care and see you soon. 💗😊💗
Karen- Thank you for the update and I am so glad that everything went well! I can imagine wanting to punch the surgeon in the face! LOL! Take care of yourself! I am so happy to hear from you.
Great job. I just started quilting and and the only thing I’ve mastered is the seam ripper! But I’m really enjoying it and beginning to see that what really matters is that I’m making them with love, mistakes and all!
I never need to make a 'humility' block. My quilts have enough mistakes already, no matter what my family thinks! As the quilter, we see the mistakes, the recipients only see the love.
Hello! I really like the way you do your QAYG. I've see lots of videos, but don't like how they look. Yours look great and have inspired me to try QAYG with your method. What size squares did you use? I'm thinking of 9 or 10 inch finished blocks. I need to figure out how much backing fabric I need for the square backing as well as the one and two inch strips for each row. Any tips on this? I love your teaching style. Thanks for the video tutorial. 😊
Great tutorial! For 2" [finished] sashing, cut 2 1/2" for the front and 4 1/2" [folded] for the back. This creates a wider space on the back, so cut a strip of batting for the inside. Then sew the seam closed by machine or by hand,, if you want it to be invisible.
Mel mack....what sizes do you need for a 1 inch finished sashing? I am using a half inch seam not 1/4...[ I think I would need a 2 inch for the single sash but what do I need for the folded ??
@@barbarabury9531 I think you'd need 2 " flat strip for the top and a 3 " folded strip for the other one. [this would include 1/2 '"seam allowances] Just try one set of strips to make sure. ;-)
@@melmack2003 thank you so much for your quick reply, I have been working on this quilt for a while,and was not sure what the size would be, thanks for helping me out !! I will give it a shot 😊👍
I did buttons on a quit. Called it my Button Up Quilt. The buttons were about half the size of the black one you showed. I did not want them too big for fear it would make the quilt uncomfortable to lay on. I just used different colors on mine all over the quilt and I like the way it turned out.
Great video! I would applique a little circle in the middle of the mistake flower if hubby has an issue with buttons. You can even hand stitch it on so it doesn't show on the opposite side. TFS
I just found your site and loved your tutorial. I have been saving my mother's hand-embroidered blocks, wanting to figure out the QAYG method. Your instructions were very clear, so I am going to give it a go. It looked as though your batting was right up to the edges of your block; is that right?
I am doing a quilt as you go for the first time. I was following another quilter who said 1' strip for back and 1 1/2' for the front, but when I sew together I don't seem to have enough on the front to stitch it down. I think I will follow yours and do the front strip as 2" so I have some extra room. Would you do the same on putting rows together. Thank you
This is AWESOME! I’ve been dying to try quilt as you go - attaching the blocks confused me (I’m dyslexic) and scared me. Looks like I have proper directions now - thank you!
Hi! I love your method if qayg! I’m working on 152 4-square blocks and have my strips cut and ironed and am ready to go!! I just have one question as I watch you join your blocks, what is the name of the sewing table your machine is set in? Thanks so much!
I don't know, I might have to tell him he's messing with my artistic vision and put that big button on anyway! Thank you so much for The easy to follow steps.
Luann- The batting was all the way to the edge and then the blocks butted up to each other and that is how the batting is in the center. I hope that makes sense. 😊
QUESTION: I love this tutorial. I e watched a bunch of qayg videos, and yours is the most instructive. My question is I am obsessed with that stuffed elephant behind you in your cabinet! Can you tell me where you got the pattern, please? Thanks! Cathleen
Hi Cathleen, Here is the information for the elephant. 😊 All of the purchasing details are in the description box of the video. 😊 th-cam.com/video/AoaTa9kgRac/w-d-xo.html
Great instructions. I would sew the two inch strip on the front instead of the back and then your stitching could be within the confines of the strip. You wouldn’t notice anything on the back.
When possible, I'd always sew the backing first and then the front sashing strips. That way your 'odd' extra line of stitching will always be on the back and therefore less noticeable.
Ola- You don’t have to wait. This quilt series is already finished. There is a video showing how to assemble the quilt in its entirety. If you click on the Quilt As You Go Playlist, you will find all the videos you will need. 😊
Rosalee- No. The strips are not as thick. The strip is just a single piece of fabric, with the exception of the 2" strip which is ironed in half. The batting should butt up together with the blocks and the rows to make the thickness for the sashing. I hope that makes sense. 😊
Not sure if this video is still monitored…but maybe someone else can reply! When you say 1” and 2” …should I assume you mean finished strips, and I should cut at 1.5” and 2.5” respectively???
Here is an older video that I did showing how to attach the row on a large quilt. It is a much older video, so I will apologize in advance for the quality. It shows you how to attach the rows and I am using a Singer domestic sewing machine. 😊 th-cam.com/video/vzCLicug1_M/w-d-xo.html
Terry, it is a special foot for your sewing machine that moves the top and bottom fabric evenly together...it 'walks' .Most regular sewing machine feet tend to move one layer faster than the others.
Finally…. A QAYG video that I LOVE! Thank you!
Thank you! Glad to know I am not the only one who makes mistakes
Good timing - now I know how to deal with those pieced blocks that need to be a real quilt!
you really make me feel like i can do this. Thank you
You definitely can!
Wonderful and simple! Thank you.
New subscriber, great camera angles and thanks for not rushing the process.
I’m doing my first QAYG by rows. It’s ok but my next one I am using your method. Thank you for a wonderful video. I always have mistakes on my quilts. I usually sew a few hearts on mine to cover my mistakes up. I love your calling imperfect sewing adding character. Thanks
Thank you for this great tutorial!
Thanks for the tutorial. It's beautiful.
I like the red patch. Because it make the flowerpattern look natural ❤️
Awesome I love how the strips blend in and don't look like sashing!!!!! Cool way to join!!!! TFS Cute Cute saw tooth stars!!!
Thank You so much for your information!!!
Good information. When you square your blocks make the star block points at least 1/4 in from the edge, otherwise you lose the point on your stars when you sew them together.
Thank you for reminding us not to stress over imperfections. Beautiful work you do.
Hi Aniasa. Your Hair is so cute. Love it that way
Thank you ❤️
Thank you for sharing. I am a new quilter and love your tips .
I just found you! Easiest tutorial on QAYG. I just finished my blocks and forgot how-to, watched several videos with much more difficulty. You made it easy. Thank you!!
I love that “made with love” I can’t wait to try your method. 🙌🏾
I have never tried quilt as you go.But I do like the way you do it, and I like that I can do my quilting on smaller pieces.I do like your videos.
thank you.
Thanks for sharing!
It does not have to be perfect, love that, finished is better.
Enjoyed and learn, thank you.
Love what you taught me today. I appreciate you so much. Your quilt is beautiful.
Thank you ❤️
Only 3 years later...but your method and video are the easiest to understand. I have a Row by Row that my quilt club did, so I have 5 rows to quilt and then put together using your method. Did you ever make a follow up video putting on the borders? Thank you!
Thank you so much! 😊 I’m glad I was able to help. Here is the video on how to attach the borders. QUILT AS YOU GO: QUILTING AND ATTACHING BORDERS WITH SASHING
th-cam.com/video/rw6VzKvpzn0/w-d-xo.html
Wow...thanks for your quick reply!!!@@TheCraftyAuthor
You’re welcome ☺️ Have a great day!
Super chill quilt video, great advice, looking to make a quilt as you go, thank you.
I love quilts that are perfectly imperfect. Thank you for showing how to celebrate the imperfections!
What a GREAT tutorial! I LOVE your attitude. I'm getting ready to join an 80 x 80 quilt and I think I will use this method. Your husband's quilt is beautiful!!!!! Talk about turning a mistake into a beautiful focal point....amazing (life lessons there too.) Thank you!
Thanks for the information. I am going to be making my first quilt soon.
This is really good! I have been learning how to knit and am making a blanket and it has all kinds of mistakes in it and I could get discouraged and quit but I'm not! I'm embracing all the mistakes! It will be a wonderful blanket when it's done for good use! And I have enjoyed the journey! Quilting is next on my bucket list!
I love this, and more than anything the mistakes. It is the imperfections that make it perfect. My quilt is the same. 🙂
Love your video of your quilt.
Thank you!
Hi. Thanks for the post. Suggestion: If you join first the bottom with a one inch strip and the top with a folded two inch strip, wouldn't you be able to better control the outcome of your stiching? All "mishaps" of the joyning would be on the backing, wouldn't they?..... Just saying!
I’ve made many quilts using this method but I could have saved myself a lot of time and frustration if I could have learned from your videos. 😉 I watched what seemed like 100’s of videos but you have explained it better than any I’ve ever watched. If I had one word of advice to anyone wanting to try this method is this. Take your time and use lots of clips. You will be glad you did in the end. Beautiful quilting on your blocks!
Thank you so much! I am so glad that I was able to help! Also, thank you for your kind words. ❤️
Wow, I really enjoyed watching your video and find this technique the one that I will use on my first attempt at quilt as you go.
Way to go girl
Many wise words , thankyou x
Thank you for the video. I am new to quilting, I am not a seamstress nor have really ever sewn much. I loved your video the instruction was great, plus I love the “ don’t worry about the mistakes it gives them character!
Thank you, Deborah! I am glad that you enjoyed the video! ❤️
Your hair looks fantastic. I love the way the quilt is coming together. Thank you and all for the prayers. When the surgeon injected the alcohol the heart attack was so painful I passed out. The second time he brought me back to, I wanted to punch him in the face. LOL! It didn't really hurt anymore and it was so peaceful before he brought me back. But the surgery was a great success. I can already breathe easier and no longer have pain or fluttering in my chest. For well over 30 years I had been told it was mitral valve prolapse, when it never was that. I watched your last video before this one also but didn't comment. I'm just beginning to get my strength back up and will be starting physical therapy as soon as the virus takes a break again. Take care and see you soon. 💗😊💗
Karen- Thank you for the update and I am so glad that everything went well! I can imagine wanting to punch the surgeon in the face! LOL! Take care of yourself! I am so happy to hear from you.
Great job. I just started quilting and and the only thing I’ve mastered is the seam ripper! But I’m really enjoying it and beginning to see that what really matters is that I’m making them with love, mistakes and all!
making mistakes is part of anything you do, once perfect your goal...you're set to really have fun,
I never need to make a 'humility' block. My quilts have enough mistakes already, no matter what my family thinks! As the quilter, we see the mistakes, the recipients only see the love.
I understand Deborah. Me and my seam ripper are quite friendly, But willing to keep going.
Thanks. Great instructions for QAYG. Can’t wait to try it. Love, love, love your hair cut and color. Glasses too. You look great.
Thank you, Joyce!
That block ( blue/ white) is really pretty!
Thank you! 😊
Thanks for the video... I’m going to give it a try !
Just found you! Your explanation for the QAYG is the best I’ve seen!!! Thank you! 😁
Thank you, Lesa! ❤️
Thank You for the class! You explain very well and answered my question about how to put together the blocks. 👍🏻🤗😷❤️
You are welcome! I am so glad that I was able to help, Jeannie! 😊
Hello! I really like the way you do your QAYG. I've see lots of videos, but don't like how they look. Yours look great and have inspired me to try QAYG with your method. What size squares did you use? I'm thinking of 9 or 10 inch finished blocks. I need to figure out how much backing fabric I need for the square backing as well as the one and two inch strips for each row. Any tips on this? I love your teaching style. Thanks for the video tutorial. 😊
Thank you! I love how you show all your work! I learned a lot!
Подписалась ))) я тоже шью звёзды. Больше всего люблю их )))
I really enjoyed this video! You're instruction was excellent and I really love your philosophy on quilting mistakes! Well done!
Great tutorial just what I needed thanks 😊
Great video! Helps me a lot. Thanks!
Thanks, I was hoping to make a full size quilt and was wondering how I can fit it all under my sewing machine. This method would work out just right.
Mistakes equal creative freedom!
Absolutely! ❤️
Great tutorial! For 2" [finished] sashing, cut 2 1/2" for the front and 4 1/2" [folded] for the back. This creates a wider space on the back, so cut a strip of batting for the inside. Then sew the seam closed by machine or by hand,, if you want it to be invisible.
Mel mack....what sizes do you need for a 1 inch finished sashing? I am using a half inch seam not 1/4...[
I think I would need a 2 inch for the single sash but what do I need for the folded ??
@@barbarabury9531 I think you'd need 2 " flat strip for the top and a 3 " folded strip for the other one. [this would include 1/2 '"seam allowances] Just try one set of strips to make sure. ;-)
@@melmack2003 thank you so much for your quick reply, I have been working on this quilt for a while,and was not sure what the size would be, thanks for helping me out !! I will give it a shot 😊👍
@@barbarabury9531 Good luck with it Barbara! :-)
@@barbarabury9531 If you go to Gourmet Quilter on youtube, she uses narrow seams too.
I really like your hair. That is my favorite haircut. I’m 67and that has been my favorite since I was 16 .
Thank you, Janet! 😊 It's one of my favorites too! ❤️
Beautiful love it
I did buttons on a quit. Called it my Button Up Quilt. The buttons were about half the size of the black one you showed. I did not want them too big for fear it would make the quilt uncomfortable to lay on. I just used different colors on mine all over the quilt and I like the way it turned out.
Great! Thank you! 😊
Great video! I would applique a little circle in the middle of the mistake flower if hubby has an issue with buttons. You can even hand stitch it on so it doesn't show on the opposite side. TFS
Terrific idea! Thank you 😊
Love how you teach. Thank you Alyssa
Thank you, Donna!
If you want to make the strips wider, is it relative? If I have a 2" strip, should the other one be 4" folded in half?
Love your hair an your video
Thank you, Penny!
Thank you for your great tuition on quilt as you go and I love all your mistakes.
Your hair look beautiful. Love from Australia 🇦🇺🇦🇺🇦🇺🇦🇺💞💞💞💞
Thank you , Jenny!
Hi. I'm glad to see you!
Hi, Linda! 😊
Your amazing. Great tutorial :-)
LOVE IT
I love your hair!
I just found your site and loved your tutorial. I have been saving my mother's hand-embroidered blocks, wanting to figure out the QAYG method. Your instructions were very clear, so I am going to give it a go. It looked as though your batting was right up to the edges of your block; is that right?
Hi Rene- That is correct. 😊 Happy Quilting!
🥰💐 Thanks for the Great help for me . I love patchwork Nd I would like to be with your projects which you teach ❤️❤️❤️❤️ 🙏 Stay Safe.
Thank you! ❤️
I love it.
Love the quilting
Thank you! 😊
I am doing a quilt as you go for the first time. I was following another quilter who said 1' strip for back and 1 1/2' for the front, but when I sew together I don't seem to have enough on the front to stitch it down. I think I will follow yours and do the front strip as 2" so I have some extra room. Would you do the same on putting rows together. Thank you
Hi! I just found you. I want to learn quilt as you go so I will try this
very pretty block
Thank you! 😊
Also your hair looks lovely
Thank you, Libby! 😊
What batting do you recommend?
This is AWESOME! I’ve been dying to try quilt as you go - attaching the blocks confused me (I’m dyslexic) and scared me. Looks like I have proper directions now - thank you!
I am so glad I could help, Patricia! Thank you!
Hi! I love your method if qayg! I’m working on 152 4-square blocks and have my strips cut and ironed and am ready to go!! I just have one question as I watch you join your blocks, what is the name of the sewing table your machine is set in? Thanks so much!
Thank you Victoria 😊 It is a Janome table that is made specifically for my machine. I have a 9400 and I believe it fits the 9450 as well.
I don't know, I might have to tell him he's messing with my artistic vision and put that big button on anyway! Thank you so much for The easy to follow steps.
I love ýour style . I feel the same way.
Thank you, Lori!
Do you have batting all the way to the edge of the blocks or do you trim the batting before quilting to decrease bulk before joining the blocks?
Luann- The batting was all the way to the edge and then the blocks butted up to each other and that is how the batting is in the center. I hope that makes sense. 😊
Love your hair.
Thank you! 😊
QUESTION: I love this tutorial. I e watched a bunch of qayg videos, and yours is the most instructive.
My question is I am obsessed with that stuffed elephant behind you in your cabinet! Can you tell me where you got the pattern, please? Thanks! Cathleen
Hi Cathleen,
Here is the information for the elephant. 😊 All of the purchasing details are in the description box of the video. 😊
th-cam.com/video/AoaTa9kgRac/w-d-xo.html
Do you have a video showing you putting the strips together?
I do! You can find that video here: QUILT AS YOU GO: ATTACHING THE ROWS WITH SASHING
th-cam.com/video/rAGqFoiSXqM/w-d-xo.html
How big are your blocks and is there a pattern you used?
Great instructions. I would sew the two inch strip on the front instead of the back and then your stitching could be within the confines of the strip. You wouldn’t notice anything on the back.
Thank you, Barb. I may try that next time. 😊
When possible, I'd always sew the backing first and then the front sashing strips. That way your 'odd' extra line of stitching will always be on the back and therefore less noticeable.
What about the endand the top binding.
Wish I didn’t have to wait till next week to join strips.... I have to finish a quilt this weekend and don’t know what to do.
Ola- You don’t have to wait. This quilt series is already finished. There is a video showing how to assemble the quilt in its entirety.
If you click on the Quilt As You Go Playlist, you will find all the videos you will need. 😊
Is the strip not as thick as the batting in the blocks?
Rosalee- No. The strips are not as thick. The strip is just a single piece of fabric, with the exception of the 2" strip which is ironed in half. The batting should butt up together with the blocks and the rows to make the thickness for the sashing. I hope that makes sense. 😊
Hi Janet, what kind of sewing machine are you using? I am thinking about getting a new one.
I am sewing 🧵 on a Janome 9400 QCP. It is a wonderful machine! 😊
@@TheCraftyAuthor Thank you!
Not sure if this video is still monitored…but maybe someone else can reply! When you say 1” and 2” …should I assume you mean finished strips, and I should cut at 1.5” and 2.5” respectively???
I just finished my first ruler quilting. I made a lot of wobbly lines but when you look at it as a whole quilt, the mistakes fade away.
Can you please show us how you attach a full row I can’t seem to find it
Here is an older video that I did showing how to attach the row on a large quilt. It is a much older video, so I will apologize in advance for the quality. It shows you how to attach the rows and I am using a Singer domestic sewing machine. 😊
th-cam.com/video/vzCLicug1_M/w-d-xo.html
Thank you
You're welcome 😊
Not sure if anyone has asked, but where to start from top block down or from left to right block to joining blocks?
Great tute. Just found you.
A misplaced stitch does not affect the warmth. No worries. Be happy!
What is a walking foot
Terry, it is a special foot for your sewing machine that moves the top and bottom fabric evenly together...it 'walks' .Most regular sewing machine feet tend to move one layer faster than the others.
I am putting together a quilt the same way
How to attach rows on utube video pleas
They now sell clips for quilting at Dollar Tree.