Log Cabin quilt designs are a terrific way to use up your scraps because the design is determined by the contrast between the light and dark values of the logs.
The colors, the prints are unimportant as long as the values of the fabrics you choose are consistently dark or consistently light. And as luck would have it, you find them 'touching' only after you're halfway through quilting your quilt. It draws the eye where two like strips meet in an otherwise scrappy quilt, like the purple left.
For this scrappy design where every log is a different fabric, count the number of blocks you'll need for your quilt. Multiply that number by 2.
Repeat the process for the dark fabrics. This way, there will be no duplicate fabrics in the outside rounds and no worries about like fabrics touching in your log cabin quilt design. If each pair of logs of the same value i. Most of these commercial patterns are available as a PDF download instead of—or in addition to—a printed copy that must be shipped. Choose which option suits you best. Use a small amount of detergent but skip the fabric softener.
You can use it later if you like, on the finished product. Dry on a medium heat setting and remove from dryer while still just barely damp. Iron fabric right away to complete the drying process and remove wrinkles. Make sure you are starting with freshly-ironed fabric because it makes a difference in the quality of your blocks and is so much easier to cut accurately.
Next, use a rotary cutting tool and self-healing cutting mat to cut your blocks. It is possible to cut all your blocks with scissors, but the rotary tool is quicker and more accurate.
After your fabric has been washed, dried, and ironed, you are ready to begin cutting. The first step is to square off your fabric. Next, you will need to mark your fabric to indicate where you will cut your strips. You can leave your fabric folded in half if you like, for efficiency, thereby cutting two strips at a time. Figure out how wide your strips need to be. For example, if you are making simple 6-inch square blocks, mark every six inches on your fabric fabric pencils are nice for this purpose.
Before you cut, re-check your measurements to be extra sure! Now you are ready to begin cutting. Position your ruler along the line you will be cutting.
Hold it steady with the hand that will not be cutting, and press the cutting tool firmly against the ruler. Move it slowly away from you, maintaining steady pressure. Readjust the ruler hand as necessary to keep it placed securely. Remember, the rotary cutting tool blade is very sharp.
Watch your fingers! Check each strip carefully after cutting before you proceed to the next piece to avoid uneven or crooked strips. Cutting is often the most tedious task in quilt-making, but be sure to take your time and cut carefully. You will feel so accomplished when you have stacks of neatly cut fabric ready for you to sew! Now for the fun part! Piecing your quilt is the step where you get to see your hard work start to pay off.
Begin by laying out one section of your quilt. The part you decide to lay out depends on your pattern. For example, if you are making a simple nine-patch quilt, lay out all nine squares to make up one complete block.
Iron again if necessary, and then begin pinning. Once you have finished pinning your fabric, you are ready to sew. Pro Tip: Make sure to use the seam allowance you decided on when calculating how much fabric you needed.
Begin carefully sewing your pieces together and remember to remove pins as you go rather than sewing over them. A broken needle is an avoidable annoyance. Sew one row at a time, remembering to keep an eye on your seam allowance to keep them nice and even. After each row, press down your seams to keep them flat. Some recommend ironing them open, but we prefer to press them to one side. Continue with this method row by row until you have finished piecing the entire quilt. Be careful to keep making sure your seams line up nicely as you go.
If you are able, use one large piece for the back some people like using bed sheets for this since they are large enough although this is controversial, as some seasoned quilters feel they are not as durable due to their high thread count and subsequent thread breakage. If one large piece of fabric is not possible or desired, you will need to piece the back together. We recommend that your back be 4 inches larger than the front to allow for batting.
Beginning quilters should use a quilt backing calculator to help you determine the amount of fabric you will need to accommodate batting. For efficient use of fabric, we recommend that quilts up to 60 inches have horizontal seams on the back and for larger quilts, vertical seams.
What you choose for batting is a personal choice and we recommend researching or chatting with a knowledgeable person at the fabric store before making your decision.
You can purchase pre-cut batting in standard sizes such as crib, twin, queen, etc. You also need to determine the material cotton, wool, polyester, a blend, etc. You will want to consider loft the weight and thickness of the batting.
You may also want to consider warmth and price when choosing batting. This will provide you with a smoother finished product and avoid bumps from fold lines. Now you are ready to cut your batting. Even if you have purchased a standard size batting, you will likely need to trim it some.
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