Tuesday Tidbits, March 21, 2023: How To Make a Bed Quilt That Fits

This week, we're going to get our "math" on! It's time to make quilts that actually fit the bed they are intended for because no one likes a short or narrow quilt on the bed! There are some questions that need to be asked before starting, but trust us, it is so much nicer when the quilt fits the bed!
We're also going to address how to figure out how much backing you need to purchase for your quilt. Again, with some simple tools in your belt, you can figure out what you need and not over or under-buy.
We're also adding some new Stash Builders to the website. You guys had so much fun with the last group, we decided to toss more out there.
Have a great week!
Marty & Teri
Material Rewards Quilt Store - Dansville, NY
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THIS WEEK'S QUILTING TIDBIT INCLUDES:
0:00 minutes - Introduction to this week’s Tuesday Tidbit quilting blog
0:15 minutes - Making quilts for certain beds - creating for the different styles and sizes of beds
1:18 minutes - Quilt sizing for beds with deep mattresses
2:13 minutes - How long of an overhang on the bed do you want the quilt to have
2:36 minutes - A quilter’s tool to use: the tape measure
2:53 minutes - What to measure on a bed; variations based on the person’s preferences
3:26 minutes - Adjusting your quilt pattern
3:48 minutes - Quilting for beds with a footboard
5:32 minutes - General bed sizes and calculating backing
6:02 minutes - Small Quilts [42x60 inches]: Figuring the math for the backing
6:53 minutes - Small Lap & Bed Quilts [48x48 inches]: Figuring the math for the backing; How to piece your fabric
7:50 minutes - Lap & Bed Quilts [60x76 inches]: Figuring the math for the backing; How to piece your fabric
10:03 minutes - Bed Quilts [79x90 inches]: Figuring the math for the backing; How to piece your fabric with two pieces
10:50 minutes - Bed Quilts [95x106 inches]: Figuring the math for the backing; How to piece your fabric using three pieces
13:26 minutes - Bed Quilts [100x119 inches]: Figuring the math for the backing; How to piece your fabric with three horizontal strips
14:31 minutes - Ironing your backing in the smaller pieces [we also use Best Press Spray to get rid of the wrinkles] so all you need to do is press your seams open [it saves you from having to iron the entire backing]
16:52 minutes - April 27, 2021 Tidbit: Modifying your ironing board to make it larger
17:42 minutes - Fabric Stash Bundles are back! We’ve gathered sets of 6 fabrics in each bundle and have them available in ½ yard and 1-yard bundles. Each stash includes a background with coordinating colors.
18:23 minutes - “Kim Diehl Favorites” Fabric Bundle
18:30 minutes - “Kansas Trouble Favorites” Fabric Bundle
18:40 minutes - “Jeweled Butterflies” Fabric Bundle
18:48 minutes - “Fly Fishing” Fabric Bundle
19:04 minutes - “Fabulous Fauna Batiks” Fabric Bundle
19:20 minutes - “Spring Violets” Fabric Bundle
19:30 minutes - “Black & White and Red All Over” Fabric Bundle
19:40 minutes - “Happy Day” Fabric Bundle [*Color does not look as accurate in our video. Please check the product page]
19:54 minutes - “Daffy for Daisies” Fabric Bundle
20:07 minutes - “Sewing Up a Storm” Fabric Bundle

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[@poppies1215]

Good morning ladies. The highlight of any Tuesday morning is tuning in to your TH-cam channel to see what y’all be talkin’ about. This week was just what the doctor ordered. The “MATH” class was a phenomenal reference tool. I have been waiting to plan my first bed quilt for my first grandchild’s queen-size bed. The butterfly fabric is perfect for her favorite color selection. Off to your website…thanks so much! 🧵🪡💕🥰

[@joanmcfadyen]

Good morning! Thank you so much for the “math” behind backings. It is super helpful to a newer quilter like me!❤

[@lynnebaldwin4305]

Thank you

[@psum6537]

Absolutely love the fabrics you chose for the bundles. I’m color/pattern challenged😊😊

[@lindamersch2178]

What is your wall color? (Not the question you expected!) Really like! Good info.

[@materialrewards9610]

Fun question. Those colors have been on the wall for a bit, so don’t have the paint cans to check any more. The first room is a soft green that has just a hint of blue in it.. the second room has 2 walls a warm gold and the other 2 walls 2 shades deeper (I have a soft spot for gold tones)

[@jennyharris2993]

Do you have a brick and mortar store or just online?

[@materialrewards9610]

Just online. We used to be brick and mortar

[@jannwebb]

In other words, you want the quilt to not be like quilt/blanket of old. You want it to REPLACE a “bedspread “ or comforter!

[@materialrewards9610]

Hmmmm…I do use my quilts like a blanket, but I want it to completely cover the mattress and look nice on the bed. Not hard to have your cake and eat it too😁