I will show you the simplest way to make a pretty paychwork strip quilt - don't worry, no nudity is required!
you will need:
- sewing machine & threads
- fabric scissors
- 100% dressweight cotton fabrics (I use shirting fabric and pillowcases as well, saving the good bits)
- ruler
I recommend using:
- a 1/4" foot on the machine that saves pinning fabrics together and will give a consistent seam allowance.
you can make do without it (I'll show you how) but I wouldn't be without mine.
- cutting mat
- long cutting ruler
- rotary cutter
you can cut out patches by hand, but it's boring and those 3 will save a massive amount of time!
(if you don't have them and no desire to invest, see if you can borrow them.
if you think you want to make more blankets in the future they are worth every penny!)
I'll show you how to make a 24" square quilted patchwork blanket that fits the criteria of a Billie Blanket for Woolly Hugs.
but the beauty of this method is that you can make any blankets of any size or shape, whatever your heart desires!
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