It’s like putting a puzzle together….only it’s a puzzle you are creating as you go along. So much fun! And what a stash buster! Thank you so much.💕Cathy in Montana
This is so pretty! Inserting batting after the first row is Brilliant idea! I learned Kawandi last year but I made without batting and really enjoyed it. Plan to make a few small quilts.
So thrilled to find this excellent tutorial. Thank you so much for filming & posting it! There is so little online about Kawandi, great to see this! I love hand quilting and scraps so this is deeply appealing to me!
Thank you!!! First time I've come across this method. SO burnt out on the endless expenses, myriad of tools, need for space, and the general excess consumption flaunted in this craft. I don't own a working machine, and make do with out a dedicated space. I stitch by hand, seated on the floor. Fabric has to be purchased on-line, and the colors are a best guess. The last time I spent money on an order, the fabric quality was disappointing (I honestly think the place substituted poly blends for Kona). Therefore, back to my considerable stash of scraps, and thrifted men's shirting. I can already envision how this method can be adjusted for a sort of quilt-as-you-go for a larger piece that remains manageable in-hand for most of the construction. I really like your border-first process. Excellent tutorial, and beautiful results. Happy stitching! I may start something tonight.
I know exactly what you mean by the endless array of equipment sold for quilting...it detracts from the original form of it...its great to see this method. You sound like me using hand stitches and limited space 😆 happy craft zone to you! ✌
Distaff- I do know what you mean. I started sewing and quilting 30 years ago and it was by hand. Now I have ONE cutting matt and ONE ruler that I utilize consistently. May I suggest buying at least some of your fabrics from thrift stores? I have "scored" lots of yardage for GREAT prices. I have only ONCE ordered anything online. It is the way I chose to be involved in this activity. Others are welcome to enjoy it as they chose. Have a great day!
Excellent replies here. I've just bought lots in on line sales after using up my stores from 30 yrs ago. I am seeing quilting become a bit like fashion with companies putting out continual quilting designs with a number of complimentary fabrics included in each. Obviously for a certain market of quilters looking for the latest & best... I'm happy to mop up the leftovers at good prices 😊 but feel this is yet another industry ramping up production. More consumption even in quilting fabric is not what the world needs now.
Thank you so much for your demonstration. I had just watched a "The Quilt Show" episode featuring Sujata Shah. She gave a wonderful presentation and her colours were beautiful. But I prefer your method for starting off. i.e. starting the outside borders first before adding the batting. Much easier to sew through border. Thanks again. I am trying your method for sure.
thank you Jo, I am glad it was helpful! I took a workshop from Margaret Fabrizio at Hello Stitch Studio, where i learned this technique. She traveled to India and learned from women there. Good luck with your quilting. Kieren
Thank u so much for this tutorial. When i had cheked with one teacher, she had told INR 3000 which is about 400 USD. U saved my that money. Hand-quilting has charm of its own and cannot wait ot make one in kowandi style.
Loved watching this. I have 12 quilt tops pieced in 1940-1950 and I want to preserve as many as possible. Thus I’m searching the internet for ideas! This beautiful work!
🕊️Great video. Thank you. I had never heard of this until this week. Watched several vids. Like yours best. Think I am going to make some placemats first. Then I will move on to quilt size. 🪡
Que bom que o amor e a arte são linguagens universais, eu não entendi o idioma do vídeo mas compreendi a técnica do bordado, muita gratidão por esse vídeo 💕🙏🏼
I just recently learned about this method of quilting. Very frustrating to try and find a tutorial where someone is talking!!!! Thank you 😊 Could you do a double fold on the backing to create a binding? Then continue as you did placing the outer ring of patches but tucking them under the binding.
Thank you for the clear explained turorial :) just wondering if you made a few of one size, could you slip stitch them together to make a larger quilt? Thanks ;)
i have searched so long for this! longed to quilt for years but all the prep work, space and equipment were big barriers [i'm probably not even going to be able to get an iron set up, but can pin and stitch =]
This is great! Thank you! I also have no audio at the end.So, as you add the pieces in the middle, you don't stich around their edges? You just do the running stiches through them? Again, thank you!
I would love to know what kind of needle you used here. This would make a great quilted pillow cover- just use white or light backing fabric (or even a thin muslin). Then when the Kawandi is complete, add a backing, using an overlapping “envelope” technique, no zippers required.
Hello Kieren thank you so much for your exceptional instructions. I’ve always wondered how these quilts were stitched 🧵 I look forward to starting and completing a Kawandi Quit. Are the Quilts made in different sizes? Cheers Diane (our surnames are spelt similar, yours with a D and mine with an F).
I’d like to have seen how your stopped and started the thread each time when it ran out. Also, when you add new pieces, are all four sides folded under?
Hello, well I am limited to 10 minutes on these videos, so lots of editing required. I tie a knot in thread and pull it through only the top layer, so it's not visible on the back. Yes, all 4 sides of new pieces folded under about 1/4". Hope this helps, lots of other folks are making these, so look around online for more info.
just found this.and love it because all those raw edges fold under.which I love.not a fan of frayed edges. so this is for me . does the thread have to be white? and what sort of weight thread and size needles.
You can use whatever thread and needles you have. I like to use embroidery thread for mine, in a color that complements the fabric colors, as i like to see the stitches.
At the beginning of sewing, you don't mention whether you turn under edges on the pieces. I assume you do, as you do for the second piece... but it's unclear which edges you turn under.
@@kierendutcher Thanks for the reply. I assume some edges don't need t get pressed under by an iron as they'll be covered by overlapping pieces and of course, one can do some finger pressing on edges as needed. Got it. I've already cut out my backing and a cotton batting piece... and am assembling a lot of small cotton leftovers for piecing.
@@hatchling88 Yes, that's right, some don't need to be folded under if they are going to be covered up. It's kind of a puzzle you design as you go along.
Thank you for such a lovely demonstration. Just one question - I realise you can make them any size you want, but what are these small ones supposed to be used for?
Well mine were for practice, but I have one hanging on the wall (it’s art!). I made a long one that I use as a table runner. And another I use as a trivet. It’s up to you to decide what size you make and how you use it.
First time viewer ... what is a KAWANDI quilt ? I have never heard of this type of quilt before.... Are they all small or can they be bed size? What country did this quilt style originate in ?
Related or maybe a form of kantha. Here's a link to an in depth article about kantha. Yes all edges folded under. www.wanderingsilk.org/kantha-history-and-meaning you'd want to know
Bonjour super vidéo merci beaucoup donc si je comprends bien vous n utilisez que des pièces rectangulaires ou carrées Je viens de finir plaid de 0.90/1,80 en ayant préparé 18carres de pièces toutes formes et de toutes les couleurs en fait c est vraiment pour utiliser mes restants de tissus bonne continuation a vous A très bientôt Inchaallah
Excellent instructions. I think it’s important to mention that this style of quilting originated in Africa and moved with them to India. It is not something that you have created. I am curious to know if you turn under the edges on all the pieces you added. You piece turned out beautifully.
Thank you! Oh that’s helpful to know. I’ve read a little about the history of KAWANDI and Siddi quilts, but clearly not enough! Yes I fold under all the edges, either by ironing or scraping with my fingernails before stitching.
Ive seen a couple videos on this. Im confused why you wouldnt just put the batting down first before doing the edge? Is there a reason? Also when you do the corners do you set the triangle on top or underneath? It was hard to see
I think it’s because it is easier to hand stitch through after you have the folded edges sewn together. Otherwise you would have 5 layers to stitch through ( 2 backing, 1 batting, and 2 for the folded scrap edge.)
I'm so glad you posted this tutorial! I have been wanting to make a kawandi quilt for so long and finally I got to see an actual demonstration!
Susan Lewis you’re so welcome!! ❤️
Check out Savita Utay on TH-cam
I agree!
Your explanation is by far The clearest I seen so far thank you I loved it
thank you!
@@kierendutcherstill don't understand those 4 " hankylike ". Mind explain it pls 😅
@@queva3062 They are called 'phulas'. You can look it up as to why Siddi women add them to their quilts.
It’s like putting a puzzle together….only it’s a puzzle you are creating as you go along. So much fun! And what a stash buster! Thank you so much.💕Cathy in Montana
you're welcome!
I absolutely love the organic quality of this style of quilting. Thank you for posting.
This is so pretty! Inserting batting after the first row is Brilliant idea! I learned Kawandi last year but I made without batting and really enjoyed it. Plan to make a few small quilts.
Thanks, I learned from an expert. Good luck with your quilting, I'd love to see what you make.
@@kierendutcher 0
Exactly the technique I've been looking for and so clear, thank you!
You're welcome!
So thrilled to find this excellent tutorial. Thank you so much for filming & posting it! There is so little online about Kawandi, great to see this! I love hand quilting and scraps so this is deeply appealing to me!
You’re welcome
This is such a great tutorial - thank you! Your instructions and the demonstration were so clear and easy to understand.
Thank you!!! First time I've come across this method. SO burnt out on the endless expenses, myriad of tools, need for space, and the general excess consumption flaunted in this craft. I don't own a working machine, and make do with out a dedicated space. I stitch by hand, seated on the floor. Fabric has to be purchased on-line, and the colors are a best guess. The last time I spent money on an order, the fabric quality was disappointing (I honestly think the place substituted poly blends for Kona). Therefore, back to my considerable stash of scraps, and thrifted men's shirting.
I can already envision how this method can be adjusted for a sort of quilt-as-you-go for a larger piece that remains manageable in-hand for most of the construction. I really like your border-first process. Excellent tutorial, and beautiful results. Happy stitching! I may start something tonight.
I know exactly what you mean by the endless array of equipment sold for quilting...it detracts from the original form of it...its great to see this method. You sound like me using hand stitches and limited space 😆 happy craft zone to you! ✌
Yes, this method simplifies so much. And yet there are endless possibilities.
Distaff- I do know what you mean. I started sewing and quilting 30 years ago and it was by hand. Now I have ONE cutting matt and ONE ruler that I utilize consistently. May I suggest buying at least some of your fabrics from thrift stores? I have "scored" lots of yardage for GREAT prices. I have only ONCE ordered anything online. It is the way I chose to be involved in this activity. Others are welcome to enjoy it as they chose. Have a great day!
Exactly!
Excellent replies here. I've just bought lots in on line sales after using up my stores from 30 yrs ago.
I am seeing quilting become a bit like fashion with companies putting out continual quilting designs with a number of complimentary fabrics included in each.
Obviously for a certain market of quilters looking for the latest & best...
I'm happy to mop up the leftovers at good prices 😊 but feel this is yet another industry ramping up production.
More consumption even in quilting fabric is not what the world needs now.
Thank you so much for your demonstration. I had just watched a "The Quilt Show" episode featuring Sujata Shah. She gave a wonderful presentation and her colours were beautiful. But I prefer your method for starting off. i.e. starting the outside borders first before adding the batting. Much easier to sew through border. Thanks again. I am trying your method for sure.
thank you Jo, I am glad it was helpful! I took a workshop from Margaret Fabrizio at Hello Stitch Studio, where i learned this technique. She traveled to India and learned from women there. Good luck with your quilting. Kieren
Спасибо большое, что показали как шить, я вдохновила и хочу тоже попробовать
Oh my gosh, where have I been? This is completely new to me and I love it. Thanks so much for sharing your process, it's wonderful!
Thank you! Check out Sujata Shah's work too. Her instagram is called The Root Connection
@@kierendutcher I will, thank you!
Thank u so much for this tutorial.
When i had cheked with one teacher, she had told INR 3000 which is about 400 USD. U saved my that money. Hand-quilting has charm of its own and cannot wait ot make one in kowandi style.
It's so pretty.Thank you for the detailed demonstration
Great tutorial thank you! What a nice way to use those pesky scraps.
Loved watching this. I have 12 quilt tops pieced in 1940-1950 and I want to preserve as many as possible. Thus I’m searching the internet for ideas! This beautiful work!
You can do a lot of fun things with this kawandi technique. Have fun!
Thanks so much for this video Kieren! Both your description and finished quilt are fabulous!
You’re so welcome !
This technique resonates with me! Something I will try! ❤️
I’m fascinated by this method and love your tutorial , another one for me to try.
Thank you so much for this wonderful tutorial. I want to make something special with my treasured fabrics and love this style .
You're welcome! I'd love to see what you make, tag me on Instagram.
🕊️Great video. Thank you. I had never heard of this until this week. Watched several vids. Like yours best. Think I am going to make some placemats first. Then I will move on to quilt size. 🪡
This is extremely helpful! Your piece is beautiful...thank you for posting this!
thanks!
Great video, clear and concise. Thanks!
Beautiful quilt. Lovely fabrics.
Que hermosa labor!!
Muchas gracias por compartir tu talento y la técnica!
Saludos desde México!
Muchas gracias!
Thanks for this. I made one and it turned out wonderful. I can't wait to make a larger one and more of them!
Excellent tutorial! Thank you so much.
you're welcome!
So helpful. Have watched it a few times now. Going to start one today. Thanks!
You’re welcome! I’d love to see what you make!
Thank you, I believe it’s more traditional to use this cotton cloth like a couple of layers of sari as batting.
Yes, use what you have.
thank you! i enjoyed watching you stitch 😊
@@ljbj4 you’re so welcome!
Superb!
Que bom que o amor e a arte são linguagens universais, eu não entendi o idioma do vídeo mas compreendi a técnica do bordado, muita gratidão por esse vídeo 💕🙏🏼
I just recently learned about this method of quilting. Very frustrating to try and find a tutorial where someone is talking!!!! Thank you 😊
Could you do a double fold on the backing to create a binding? Then continue as you did placing the outer ring of patches but tucking them under the binding.
Sure, you can do whatever works for you.
this is lovely! I can't wait to get started
Thank you so much, I feel confident enough to try this now.
Thank you for the clear explained turorial :) just wondering if you made a few of one size, could you slip stitch them together to make a larger quilt? Thanks ;)
I'm sure you could. You can also make a larger one, harder to manage while you work on it.
It looks beautiful!
Thank you so much! I can’t wait to make one!
i have searched so long for this! longed to quilt for years but all the prep work, space and equipment were big barriers [i'm probably not even going to be able to get an iron set up, but can pin and stitch =]
Yes, easy is sometimes what you need to begin.
This is great! Thank you! I also have no audio at the end.So, as you add the pieces in the middle, you don't stich around their edges? You just do the running stiches through them? Again, thank you!
I stitch all the way around the edges of the center pieces.
Очень красиво! Браво👏
Amazing! I hope to try it!
The Siddi put the little triangles (phulas) in the corners right then, at the very beginning
Yes.
Please tell how many strands of floss you use. Three or six? Liked your demonstration.
Do you fold under every small piece or are they raw edge? This would be stunning with batiks.
just need some batting and this will be on my to do list - lovely - shame about the sound - love the centre piece xx
Good! You can use fabric if you don’t have batting.
@@kierendutcher all done - will be doing more - so relaxing x
Thanks! That was great to see ✌
The sound stopped. Are you ironing the edges down on each piece or using rough edges?
I am confused as to why you are not using your thimble.. It would make your work so much easier.
A good idea, but I just don't like using one.
I would love to know what kind of needle you used here. This would make a great quilted pillow cover- just use white or light backing fabric (or even a thin muslin). Then when the Kawandi is complete, add a backing, using an overlapping “envelope” technique, no zippers required.
I like to use a chenille needle, it has a big eye for my embroidery thread (pearl cotton, my favorite which is rather thick), and a sharp point.
Fabuloso, para qué son las puntas extras? Saludos 🎉
Hello Kieren thank you so much for your exceptional instructions. I’ve always wondered how these quilts were stitched 🧵 I look forward to starting and completing a Kawandi Quit. Are the Quilts made in different sizes?
Cheers Diane (our surnames are spelt similar, yours with a D and mine with an F).
Hello Diane,
You can make your kawandi any size you want! Have fun!
Thank you, that’s beautiful!
Great tutorial, thank you.
Are these just supposed to be decoration or bed size? It’s quite interesting.
It's totally up to you. I've made wall hangings, table runners, and soon a full size quilt.
Noticed edges of scraps weren't turned under. Wont they fray over time?
They are turned under, except for the sides that get covered up.
Great tutorial
Thanks for sharing!
Love this, can’t wait to try it 😁
Oh I'd love to see what you make! Share with me on Instagram, tag me, my handle: kierendutcher
Just made a couple of practice minis. Sort of getting it. Why do we need the batting at all. Thanks
Well that’s a good question. I guess you don’t! It’s your quilt so you can make it however you want!
So are you folding under the raw edges that are along the outside and leaving all the other edges raw?
I’d like to have seen how your stopped and started the thread each time when it ran out. Also, when you add new pieces, are all four sides folded under?
Hello, well I am limited to 10 minutes on these videos, so lots of editing required. I tie a knot in thread and pull it through only the top layer, so it's not visible on the back. Yes, all 4 sides of new pieces folded under about 1/4". Hope this helps, lots of other folks are making these, so look around online for more info.
Thank you so much for your response. I want to make one. I don’t think we have double gauze here.
What were the dimensions of your base piece of fabric? Will you frame it for hanging on the wall? Beautiful and I'd like to make one!
Kimberly Cook thanks! This one is about 17” square. Yes on the wall or I use it on the dining table.
wow beautiful ,ty so much ur share, oh yes going make a KAWANDI quilt ty ty
just found this.and love it because all those raw edges fold under.which I love.not a fan of frayed edges. so this is for me . does the thread have to be white? and what sort of weight thread and size needles.
You can use whatever thread and needles you have. I like to use embroidery thread for mine, in a color that complements the fabric colors, as i like to see the stitches.
At the beginning of sewing, you don't mention whether you turn under edges on the pieces. I assume you do, as you do for the second piece... but it's unclear which edges you turn under.
Yes, I fold under and iron all the edges about 1/4” on all sides.
@@kierendutcher Thanks for the reply. I assume some edges don't need t get pressed under by an iron as they'll be covered by overlapping pieces and of course, one can do some finger pressing on edges as needed. Got it. I've already cut out my backing and a cotton batting piece... and am assembling a lot of small cotton leftovers for piecing.
@@hatchling88 Yes, that's right, some don't need to be folded under if they are going to be covered up. It's kind of a puzzle you design as you go along.
Did you use just 100% cotton scraps?
Beautiful,what type of thread have you used for stitching
I like using pearl cotton, embroidery thread as I like seeing my stitches. But you can use whatever thread you like.
Great video instructions. I lost all sound when you started sewing more rounds.
I am limited in what I can do with editing, only allowed 10 minutes, so move to music and quick edits to show as much process as possible.
Thanks!
Muito bonito!
So you're not stitching the sides of each piece of fabric? Just fold under and the running stitch round and around?
Yep, that’s right. Of course you can stitch yours however you like.
Thank you so much I will go back and start mine over
Thank you for such a lovely demonstration. Just one question - I realise you can make them any size you want, but what are these small ones supposed to be used for?
Well mine were for practice, but I have one hanging on the wall (it’s art!). I made a long one that I use as a table runner. And another I use as a trivet. It’s up to you to decide what size you make and how you use it.
I’m going to make mine into a pillow for my granddaughters bedrooms!
@@kathyannis4745 great idea!
First time viewer ... what is a KAWANDI quilt ? I have never heard of this type of quilt before.... Are they all small or can they be bed size? What country did this quilt style originate in ?
Kawandi quilts were developed in India, to use up all scraps.
Hard to believe the stitching will hold by just 2 stitches on the back and then cutting it. Maybe if it was never washed.
It holds up to washing surprisingly well. I sometimes will do a little hemstitch between rows if needed to hold down fabric.
Is this the same as a kantha quilt? Are all the edges folded under? How are corners managed? Thank you!
Related or maybe a form of kantha. Here's a link to an in depth article about kantha. Yes all edges folded under.
www.wanderingsilk.org/kantha-history-and-meaning
you'd want to know
Thank you! For all the corners on the individual patches, is there a way to do that?
Oops me again. I couldn't tell, did you fold under the first two sides of the first piece sewn down?
Yes
The raw edges of the pieces, don’t they ravel?
Bonjour super vidéo merci beaucoup donc si je comprends bien vous n utilisez que des pièces rectangulaires ou carrées
Je viens de finir plaid de 0.90/1,80 en ayant préparé 18carres de pièces toutes formes et de toutes les couleurs en fait c est vraiment pour utiliser mes restants de tissus bonne continuation a vous A très bientôt Inchaallah
Thank you so much 😊
Nice video!
if we wanted to make one of these as a summer throw or bedspread, is the batting necessary? thanks.
Nope! Make it your own way!
❤
Lost sound at about 6 minutes in. Anyone else?
It would be easier, if you took a finer needle.
this is so neet!
Thanks!
Why do you start at the corner? You have no room for your phula. Otherwise it’s a nice video.
Thank U 😊
hi from mexico. excuse but i do not undertand how you put the second road of fabric'
what needle are you using, pls
I like to use a chenille needle - big eye, sharp point. Use whatever needle works for you!
What sort of needle do you use?
Do you ever make a full sized quilt in this manner or just small display ones.
I haven't yet, but I hope to make one soon.
No battimg used in this one then??
I did use batting, you can see it in the video
Excellent instructions. I think it’s important to mention that this style of quilting originated in Africa and moved with them to India. It is not something that you have created. I am curious to know if you turn under the edges on all the pieces you added. You piece turned out beautifully.
Thank you! Oh that’s helpful to know. I’ve read a little about the history of KAWANDI and Siddi quilts, but clearly not enough! Yes I fold under all the edges, either by ironing or scraping with my fingernails before stitching.
why did you hand sew them all? wouldn't it be on the machine?
Because traditional kawandi style was developed where people did not have electricity or sewing machines.
Hand sewing with thick thread and large needle and NO thimble. Tough lady!!
haha! many years of practice.
Thankyou!
bonjour j aimerai savoir quel fils pour faire votre beau projet
C'est moi, bien sur.
Ive seen a couple videos on this. Im confused why you wouldnt just put the batting down first before doing the edge? Is there a reason? Also when you do the corners do you set the triangle on top or underneath? It was hard to see
I was wondering this as well (about the batting). Seems like an extra step?
@@sean-stephaniebyerly2653 yes my thought. Extra work
I think it’s because it is easier to hand stitch through after you have the folded edges sewn together. Otherwise you would have 5 layers to stitch through ( 2 backing, 1 batting, and 2 for the folded scrap edge.)
@@rayleenlima3259 Yes, this!
The Siddis set the triangles in when they take the first corner stitches.