Learn the basics of QUILTING, Part Two. Which Quilt BLOCK? Flying GOOSE? LOG CABIN? STRING piecing?

In this series I will be helping Anna, my daughter in law, to understand all the wonderful ways of making a QUILT.
From choosing fabric and blocks, understanding the design and learning the skills required for cutting and construction, I hope she makes a quilt she will be proud of.
We discuss several different quilting blocks, and which one Anna is going to pick. How to choose your fabrics - jelly rolls, fat quarter bundles, charm packs and charity shops. And the equipment you will need to get started.
Maybe you, or someone you know would like to join us? Share this video with those new to quilting and join us on this journey.
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Love,
Kate
xxx

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The music in this video is from Epidemic Sound:
Rosemary's Garden - Peter Crosby
Sprinkle - Johannes Bornlöf

[marybeth]

I was so pleased to hear that you will be presenting the quilt lessons in increments of every few weeks. When you first informed us that you would be teaching Anna (and all of us fortunate viewers) I was anxious that I had to hurry and get ready. I've actually fixed up an empty bedroom and am in search of good size work table to sew at. Creating a space - not perfect - but its my very own space and that has become my mission. I feel so good about this and hope you both realize the inspiration you have sparked within this ol' soul and many others too. Thank you, Kate and Anna :)

[FolaDaniel-djqg]

Having had a very bad couple of years, I was so grateful to discover your YouTube channel.
I absolutely adore sewing, quilting knitting and embroidery, but due to my illness and other personal circumstances I was unable to do them, until I came across your delightful channel.
I can’t begin to tell you how much you have done for me.
I’ve got my mojo back and I am now looking forward to having my own shed at the bottom of my garden where I can watch or listen to your videos whilst I am doing what I love once again.
Thank you so much for being such an inspiration to not only me but to others like me, who for some reason or another can’t do the things that used to bring them so much joy, we can all join you on your beautiful lime green sofa, and take their inspiration from you and they like me will rediscover themselves again.

[margaretportera]

Kate and Anna, it’s so wonderful watching you two together. You two work so well together, like friends who know each other’s strengths and just compliment each other! Have fun ladies, I will be watching and quilting along!

[lindaburton]

I have just one comment to make: Anna, I think you have the best mother in law in the world; and Kate, I think you have the sweetest daughter in law in the world. 😊 I wish I could join your family, but I guess sitting on your lime green couch is the next best thing. I’ve been sewing all my life, not actually quilting though, and I’m still learning SO much from you Kate. THANK YOU, THANK YOU! ❤️

[eastcoaststitcher]

What a great video. Anna is very fortunate to have you as a teacher.

[sueroberts]

You do yourself a disservice, Kate. My first quilt was made following your trip around the world you tubes. You are an excellent teacher, my shocking stitching skills managed to turn out a beautiful quilt for my mum under your tutelage. Such was the confidence you inspired, my third quilt was an improv. I’m now attempting an ‘Agnes’ quilt as I can campervan and quilt whilst travelling. Will be catching up with you both as wifi allows. Good luck Anna, you’re in safe hands.

[KatiDebelic]

Thank you so much for your videos. I watched a few of them already, but this series teaching your daughter in law is touching in so many ways. Then the cat comes and your relationship with them are so very sweet. You are taking your time and leave space for Anna to make her own decisions. I don’t want to talk for other viewers, but we can see the love all around, to your daughter in law and back, to your cats, to the fabric, to the quilts. It’s truly a beautiful thing, so thank you from Canada.

[susanslottke]

Hello Anna and Kate... how lucky you are to be sewing together. I've taught quilting in the past and love the enthusiasm of the new quilters such as Anna. Kate you're right about taking it slow and building skills. And everyone has a different style so you have to find the teachers who teach the way you like to learn and ignore the others who don't fit! I tried to avoid the Quilt Police - "Do it this way or else!!" Sorry, there's more than one way to do things, find the one that works for you, right? I love to buy jelly rolls because of the variety you get in each one, even though precuts are generally more expensive per yard than fabric off the bolt. I also collect men's shirts, nice plaids or checks in fabric that doesn't wrinkle a lot, and some day I'll make a big plaid quilt with them. Or maybe I'll be inspired by Kate's curtains?? LOL! Keep up the great work ladies... Thanks for the video!

[hazelmarsh]

Kate and Anna, will so look forward to seeing the quilting journey 🌈

[barbarablake]

Kate, I must tell you that all your videos bring me joy, but your family videos are the most joyous. Thank you and Anna for this series 😊❤️

[dianescardace]

Oh dear Anna, I remember when I was first infected with the quilting bug. I was in my 30's and am now 80 years old. Enjoy the process and the opportunity of having Kate at your elbow and all the internet provides. I started with books and magazines for my research, scissors, pencils, a strip of wood as a ruler, measuring tape and pure determination to make something quilted. My first thing was a potholder, and I still have it hanging in my kitchen, stained, used and in a place of honor on my Cut with a scissor and stitched and quilted by hand with knots on the back.... I did say I had a determination to make something quilted. After that I READ the first quilt book I had purchased and learned to bury my knots. In my journey over the years, I have taught what I have learned, mistakes included, and I am still learning something new every day. It never gets boring and every day something new turns up to try your hand at. I am so excited for you, and Kate, to be able to work together on your first steps into quilting. My daughter, over the years, had observed my quilting journey and had said that it "wasn't her thing ". Now in her 50's, she is making a quilt for her son out of his old jeans. Have fun, both of you. You're amazing.

[yvonneklatt]

I just Love Anna, She is so very sweet, I wish you much success. Enjoy the journey! It is a lovely craft to learn and do.I enjoyed it very much for many years! Kate you will be the best teacher! I will enjoy watching this journey unfold very much!

[janesalisbury]

Oh heavens! I was nearly put off . . . so complicated (and expensive), but I'm a tough old bird and will persevere. I only use recycled and pre-loved fabrics so I'm following my forbears and heroines of Gees Bend. I'm excited and a bit scared. XXX

[karlajensen]

Dear wish I'd had you as a *real life* friend. I enjoy you're soothing voice...your many talents...and lifestyle. I am glad I found you (or perhaps you found me?). Thanx from Lake Okoboji, Iowa. kj

[suzanneschulte]

I had a chuckle when Anna said people were telling her to not do a Flying Geese as her first quilt because it was 'too hard'. When my daughter was 9 she picked out a pattern for her very first quilt for her birthday in August. We got the fabric and she worked on it until school started, then we put it away until the next summer. She finished it during summer break when she was 10, and only then did I tell her that most adults were afraid of that pattern. She had chosen Lone Star and she still uses that quilt 20 years later. Anna, you can do any pattern that you like. Just ask my daughter.

[bonnieschwegerl]

Ladies I really appreciate the friendship between the two of you. I have such a wonderful relationship with my daughter-in-law. When she was pregnant she wanted to make a quilt we worked out a pattern just as you and Anna has done. She got her quilt finished a few days before the baby was born, I had time to quilt it so the baby could use. I have taught sewing and quilting in many different ways the joy of teaching a daughter was fantastic. You two are going to have a wonderful relationship doing this. Hugs from California!

[lw]

I always feel so happy for you two that you hang out and do things together, and now Anna will be making her quilt. Can’t wait to see you both cutting and preparing for this. I bet John is pleased, too, to see you both so close. I always enjoy your videos! Love, Lita xxx

[jillbyron]

Kate such a grand such a wonderful student..you're so great together...thanks for letting us listen in.😇

[Charlie-czjh]

As usual ...I love your knowledge, accent, attitude and visual aids, etc. THANKS FOR SHARING YOUR WISDOM and your lives with all of us. You are both Angels❣❣ Never doubt yourselves!! 🥰🥰

[clairenason]

Anna is so sweet. Kate, you must be very happy to pass on your knowledge of quilt making to the next generation.