As one gains more experience, they can approach their project with an engineering process mind. Here are some questions to ask. (1) What is the best tool that I can use to most quickly and accurately cut my fabric? There are tools out there (e.g. STripology ruler, Folded Corner Rulers) that will allow you to cut more accurately and create less waste and save time. (2) What other piecing methods can I use to make X block? Four at a time No Waste Flying Geese, Eight at a Time HST's are two excellent examples of construction methods that will save boatloads of time with NO sacrifice in results. Some quilt patterns do not suggest these time saving ways. Additionally strip piecing 4 patch (as demonstrated here) and 9 patch blocks. For example a Stripology ruler would allow you to subcut your strips in not time at all. Making the regular squares would also be accomplished in minimum amount of time using such a tool.
I've made my first quilt top, a "jelly roll race" with added 2.5" squares at the end of each strip, plus an inner border and a wider outer border. I was concerned with how long it was taking me, having seen 'experts' on TH-cam getting it done in about an hour. My wise friend who happens to be a professional long-armer told me not to fret: "Maybe for you, Diana, it's a "jelly roll walk" rather than a "race". I agreed that she may be right. After all, it took me the better part of an afternoon just to sew on the already-cut borders. But my seams are all perfectly straight, all the squares-seams are flat, and I am very proud of my accomplishment. My niece loved her graduation gift. Smile. However..... Does anyone ask famous artists "How long did that take you, Michelangelo?". I think not. This is supposed to be a skill (art) or a hobby, so we need not be so obsessed with the time it takes. That being said, if you are selling your quilt, don't forget how long it took to: (1) design/choose a design; (2) plan/choose the fabrics; (3) calculate how much of each fabric is required; (4) wash and iron the fabric; (5) cut the fabric; (6) lay out the blocks; (7) piece the blocks; (8) press and trim the blocks; (9) piece the rows and columns; (10) measure and cut the borders and binding; (11) piece the borders; (12) lay out the quilt sandwich and pin/baste it; (13) quilt the quilt; (14) trim the quilt; (15) bind and label the quilt. Whew! That's a lot more time than you thought, right?
HRHDMKYT definitely this kind of quilt is not for sale, or maybe yes but for more than $1000 usd, like the painting of Picasso. I think, if we want to earn money for this art, the best is to teach how to do. I never tried this art quilt but if one day I decided to make one, it will be for a special person in my life. Thanks.
Most of the "experts" on TH-cam only make you think they get it done in about an hour. Don't believe everything you think you see (or what they tell you). I love Mary's videos but her math is also totally bogus.
At the end of your video you talk about sending the quilt to a long arm quilter to finish the backing and so forth. Is it possible to finish the quilt without doing that and only using your regular sewing machine?
+Jessica 1008 Absolutely you can do it yourself. There are lots of TH-cam videos to show you how to quilt with a domestic sewing machine. Even experts like Leah C. Day (Free-Motion Quilting project) swear by it. Try it! (and practice, practice, practice makes proficient).
Oh right! She also didn't calculate how much time a person would spend driving to the fabric store, waiting in line to pay and driving home! I mean REALLY, you felt it necessary to leave an unnecessary comment...
Ah, but 10.5 hours doesn’t include sewing the blocks together to actually make the top, nor the squaring. Need to add a few more hours to it before it gets quilted.
Enjoyed the video
As one gains more experience, they can approach their project with an engineering process mind. Here are some questions to ask. (1) What is the best tool that I can use to most quickly and accurately cut my fabric? There are tools out there (e.g. STripology ruler, Folded Corner Rulers) that will allow you to cut more accurately and create less waste and save time. (2) What other piecing methods can I use to make X block? Four at a time No Waste Flying Geese, Eight at a Time HST's are two excellent examples of construction methods that will save boatloads of time with NO sacrifice in results. Some quilt patterns do not suggest these time saving ways.
Additionally strip piecing 4 patch (as demonstrated here) and 9 patch blocks. For example a Stripology ruler would allow you to subcut your strips in not time at all. Making the regular squares would also be accomplished in minimum amount of time using such a tool.
Fun tutorial.....don't forget to allow time to sew the columns/ rows together before the top is finished. ;-)
I've made my first quilt top, a "jelly roll race" with added 2.5" squares at the end of each strip, plus an inner border and a wider outer border. I was concerned with how long it was taking me, having seen 'experts' on TH-cam getting it done in about an hour. My wise friend who happens to be a professional long-armer told me not to fret: "Maybe for you, Diana, it's a "jelly roll walk" rather than a "race". I agreed that she may be right. After all, it took me the better part of an afternoon just to sew on the already-cut borders. But my seams are all perfectly straight, all the squares-seams are flat, and I am very proud of my accomplishment. My niece loved her graduation gift. Smile. However.....
Does anyone ask famous artists "How long did that take you, Michelangelo?". I think not. This is supposed to be a skill (art) or a hobby, so we need not be so obsessed with the time it takes. That being said, if you are selling your quilt, don't forget how long it took to: (1) design/choose a design; (2) plan/choose the fabrics; (3) calculate how much of each fabric is required; (4) wash and iron the fabric; (5) cut the fabric; (6) lay out the blocks; (7) piece the blocks; (8) press and trim the blocks; (9) piece the rows and columns; (10) measure and cut the borders and binding; (11) piece the borders; (12) lay out the quilt sandwich and pin/baste it; (13) quilt the quilt; (14) trim the quilt; (15) bind and label the quilt. Whew! That's a lot more time than you thought, right?
HRHDMKYT definitely this kind of quilt is not for sale, or maybe yes but for more than $1000 usd, like the painting of Picasso. I think, if we want to earn money for this art, the best is to teach how to do. I never tried this art quilt but if one day I decided to make one, it will be for a special person in my life. Thanks.
Most of the "experts" on TH-cam only make you think they get it done in about an hour. Don't believe everything you think you see (or what they tell you). I love Mary's videos but her math is also totally bogus.
Do you add the time it takes to shop for the fabric and the design time before you even start?
love the sound effects!
At the end of your video you talk about sending the quilt to a long arm quilter to finish the backing and so forth. Is it possible to finish the quilt without doing that and only using your regular sewing machine?
+Jessica 1008 Absolutely you can do it yourself. There are lots of TH-cam videos to show you how to quilt with a domestic sewing machine. Even experts like Leah C. Day (Free-Motion Quilting project) swear by it. Try it! (and practice, practice, practice makes proficient).
The design process doubles that time, probably. I'm very disappointed that she didn't mention that aspect of the process.
Oh right! She also didn't calculate how much time a person would spend driving to the fabric store, waiting in line to pay and driving home! I mean REALLY, you felt it necessary to leave an unnecessary comment...
Too cute! Wish I could fast forward the process like that. LOL!
I love this so helpful thanks! Is there a pattern for the quilt behind you? I love that quilt!
Ah, but 10.5 hours doesn’t include sewing the blocks together to actually make the top, nor the squaring. Need to add a few more hours to it before it gets quilted.
skyfire62 I know you commented a long time ago, but the quilt pattern behind her is called Storm at Sea
All I want to know is where do I find the pattern for the quilt that is hanging behind you!? I can't take my eye off of it!
Love it!!
Good video
Your adorable!!