I made another Vintage Baby Quilt (pattern by Yoyo Mama Designs.) Back in May I made a boy version. I tried something a little different this time and here is what I learned:
1. I glue basted the squares with Elmer's Washable Glue and then ironed the squares down so they wouldn't fall off when I was shifting it around. The ironing really set the squares so they didn't shift! Yay. However, I did just a little X in the center of each square so I didn't have to sew through the glue. (From what I hear this wouldn't be a problem for the machine, but I was being extra cautious I guess.) Since the edges weren't secured, there was still some shifting when I sewed so the squares are a little wonky. Luckily, with this raw edge style it is not too obvious. But next time I would probably just do a thin line around the edge, then iron, then sew.
2. I love texture. I really love just rubbing this quilt -- it makes me kind of want to do one to keep just so I can enjoy those raw edges!
3. When basting, align the backing! Argh! I had a big enough piece for backing but I was too hasty in putting them together. Since I started quilting in the middle, it wasn't until almost halfway through quilting that I realized the top was crooked and 2 corners were off the edge of the backing. I ended up having to stitch two small strips to the corners. Once again I was reminded sometimes when you hurry too fast, things take longer!
This was all made from fabric I already had, so that makes me happy. I love the backing -- it's from the Reunion line by Sweetwater.
I am linking up to Crazy Mom Quilts Finish it up Friday and to Needle and Thread Thursday at My Quilt Infatuation.
1. I glue basted the squares with Elmer's Washable Glue and then ironed the squares down so they wouldn't fall off when I was shifting it around. The ironing really set the squares so they didn't shift! Yay. However, I did just a little X in the center of each square so I didn't have to sew through the glue. (From what I hear this wouldn't be a problem for the machine, but I was being extra cautious I guess.) Since the edges weren't secured, there was still some shifting when I sewed so the squares are a little wonky. Luckily, with this raw edge style it is not too obvious. But next time I would probably just do a thin line around the edge, then iron, then sew.
2. I love texture. I really love just rubbing this quilt -- it makes me kind of want to do one to keep just so I can enjoy those raw edges!
3. When basting, align the backing! Argh! I had a big enough piece for backing but I was too hasty in putting them together. Since I started quilting in the middle, it wasn't until almost halfway through quilting that I realized the top was crooked and 2 corners were off the edge of the backing. I ended up having to stitch two small strips to the corners. Once again I was reminded sometimes when you hurry too fast, things take longer!
This was all made from fabric I already had, so that makes me happy. I love the backing -- it's from the Reunion line by Sweetwater.
I am linking up to Crazy Mom Quilts Finish it up Friday and to Needle and Thread Thursday at My Quilt Infatuation.
Great quilt and I love that backing fabric!
ReplyDeleteThanks so much. Now that I see how cute that backing is, I wish I had bought more.
DeleteI had this problem, of working too quickly, also. I had added some strips of fabric to the center of the backing, and after I had sewn three long lines of stitching on the front I looked at the back and discovered they went off kilter from the center strip to the flowered sides! It looked awful, so I picked out the seams, unpinned it all, taped the backing down to my carpet, and repinned the whole thing together again. This second time through is much better!
ReplyDeleteYes, with other quilts I have taped them to the floor also. This one was so little I thought I could do it without. Clearly, that shortcut did not work. Ha. Oh well...yet another lesson learned.
DeleteYour quilt is so bright and cheery. So you ironed over your glued pieces. That sounds scary yet intriguing..Would you use that method again? The quilt looks great.
ReplyDeleteI did glue and then iron. I learned this from a video on glue basting -- http://pileofabric.com/blogs/modern-quilting/15173841-quick-quilting-tips-and-tricks-blog-hop. Yes, I would use the method again. It didn't seem to gum up the iron or the sewing machine at all. And those squares really stuck. The glue just washes right out.
DeleteI have not tried this technique but am wondering if I should! The quilt looks very cool, well done!
ReplyDeleteI do love those raw edges, and it is quick since there is no piecing. But he gluing does take time too. The pattern, Antique Baby by Yoyo Mama came out a few years ago and is the first I saw of this technique. But since then I also discovered another book that uses the same technique with different patterns -- I've only seen it online but it looks fun. That book is called "No Sew Pie to Go".
DeleteYour colours work well together and the backing looks just right. Frustrating when the backing doesn't stay where you hoped but you found a good solution.
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