Oh my goodness this is amazing! I’m a new quilter and this tutorial has been so inspiring. The possibilities with this block are endless! Thank you so much for sharing this tutorial. 💗
Best CW tutorial ever!!! I've been doing CW for 30 years..with this I'm pretty sure I can finish now!!!! I'm not stuck on traditional hand sewing it anymore!!!❤❤THANK YOU!!!
Love this pattern and the technique is so doable, I love the symmetry. Yep had needle pierce my nail once and then the side of my finger another time. After more than 60 years sewing maybe that's not so bad.
I love your videos. Your are very easy to understand and you show just enough to get the process. It’s cute how you called it the new method of cathedral window, it’s how I learned it 40 years ago when I started quilting. Again I love your video lessons!
so glad I found this tutorial (even if it is mid 2021 already!).; You're a natural and your tutorial is excellent. It is like talking to you one on one. Warmest greetings from Cape Town, South Africa
What a great way to make the cathedral window! I have sewed these in the traditional method which takes considerably more time. Thanks for the easier option... Makes me want to run to the sewing room and pull out all my red white and blue fabrics and make one!
OMG. LOVE THE PATRIOTIC THINGS......BEAUTIFUL...... just subscribed I'm a professional seamstress but I love watching other people sew when they are doing a great job. It can get a little straining when people are not doing a good job but are telling others how to sew. I've been sewing since I was 5 years old. My mom was a very good perfectionist at sewing.
I wish I could give you 3 thumbs up!!! Your teaching is wonderful and the quality of your sewing makes it beautiful. I must say as a dinosaur at sewing . I have a metal tool just like the one you demonstrated to make careful folds on edges. It was wonderful then and wonderful now.
So glad to find you here on RUclips and your website! We are a very patriotic family (3 boys in the military) so I will be making the quilt and pillow (probably 4 times over!!!!) Thanks for sharing this, I have hesitated making Cathedral windows but you made it look a lot easier! Also thanks for all the for patterns you have put on your website. I have shared your website with all my quilting ladies in our quilting group.
Thank you Jennifer ! This is great . I made the Cathedral Window Christmas ornaments last year for gifts and everyone loved them . I will make this too :)
Great tutorial! I never would have believed cathedral windows were that easy. I have that hot ruler tool too, Jennifer. Just got it maybe 2 months ago and I love it! I don't think my eyeballs were very accurate before, so this helps my hems look tons better.
Thank you so much! We have that pattern for sale as well as kits for the pillow available in both wool and cotton options! Here are links to all of those: Pattern: www.shabbyfabrics.com/USA-Pillow-Pattern-P52283.aspx Wool: www.shabbyfabrics.com/USA-Pillow-Kit-In-Wool-P52258.aspx Cotton: www.shabbyfabrics.com/USA-Pillow-Kit-In-Cotton-P52257.aspx
Wow! I watched a video a couple days ago where the woman made it look so difficult to make that square that I got frustrated just watching her. Thank you for showing how easy it actually is
omg. This looks like a great project imagine all the great looks for this one. Can't wait to get started. Tks for all you do! It makes our life so much happier and busier making fun functional items. Keep up the great ideals...we all love them.
Thank you so much for watching from the UK! :) So glad you like the videos. Jen is such a great teacher! Let us know if there are specific types of tutorials you'd like to see. - Morgan
Thank you so much! We have that available as a kit and pattern: Kit- bit.ly/CathedralWindowFlagQuiltKit Pattern- bit.ly/CathedralWindowFlagQuiltPattern
I have made cathedral window quilts with denim and I can see how this would be so much easier to do. I work with a lot of first responders and military and make quilts for them. This would be awesome to add to my arsenal. This is just an FYI, for anyone who struggles with static cling in their craft room like I do. I noticed you holding your thread before you start sewing, I do that as well to keep nesting on the first few stitches but my thread always stayed on my fingers and it gets in my way. I keep a dryer sheet handy and just rub my fingers on it and to keeps that from happening.
Fantastic tutorial!! I can't wait to make it! Could you do this method on a quilt?? Thank you so much for taking the "scary" out of making the cathedral window!!!
Hadley Wooten I was thinking the same thing but because of the many layers I think it would be too heavy although you wouldn't need any batting or backing
You absolutely can do this method on a quilt! We have a full kit or pattern available for the wall hanging/quilt behind Jen! Here are the links: Wall Hanging: www.shabbyfabrics.com/Cathedral-Window-Flag-Quilt-Kit-P51873.aspx Pattern: www.shabbyfabrics.com/Cathedral-Window-Flag-Quilt-Pattern-P52280.aspx
I put away my 'purple thang' when I got my byAnnie's stiletto. It's been a game-changer for me. It's not slick, nothing slips from under it. The stiletto is faintly 'barbed'. It grabs material and allows me to hold binding to bags while going around corners. And if I can do that, holding down some general sewing, like you're showing, would be a snap. If you don't mind buying from someone else, give it a try, Jen. I love this new way of doing cathedral windows, by the way.
That is so great to hear! We have the pattern and full kit available! Here are the links: bit.ly/CathedralWindowFlagQuiltKit bit.ly/CathedralWindowFlagQuiltPattern
Oh, how I wish I had seen this video before making a pillow using your method in your previous tutorial. This seems like it will be so much easier. Thank you so much for showing how to make these beautiful items. I love the cathedral window blocks.
I really want to try this. I will practice before I attempt to try to accomplish the real project. I probably just missed the stitch length on folding color fabric rolled over the light fabric. Going to be excited about learning this technique. Thanks for your tutorial. Blessings
Practicing first is always a great idea! SInce the stitching shows on the rolled over edges- the stitch length is up to you! We think a shorter stitch length looks cute but it really is your choice :)
I always used a really wide zigzag. Put my needle down between two opposite corners and did a really dense stitch for about 5 - 7 stitches. Repeat with the opposing corners. Makes a small but neat cross on the back. Fray check or something similar should definetly be used to make sure the stitches don’t unravel with washing or long use.
Another wonderful well detailed tutorial. You and Donna Jordan are the two tops in taking your time to explain details. Those of us that need show me methods can grasp and those that like faster can skip ahead. Thank you ever so much. Would you or someone give me the name of the small scissors you used. Not seeing list. Thanks a bunch FROM McKinney, TX
We are sew glad you enjoyed this video, Marilyn. Thanks for watching!! And yes, these are our Kai Embroidery scissors: www.shabbyfabrics.com/kai-embroidery-scissors-P51870.aspx -Michelle
I have to say, this method does look easier than your other video! I want to make a blanket out of this beautiful pattern but how would I quilt it? Just stitch in the ditch or re stitch my lines to secure backing and batting? I don't want to FMQ because I feel it would ruin the the whole "window effect". Thanks and love your videos!
Brianna Castillo I thought about this too. I think stitching around the squares would work - easier that trying to stitch over the curves again. You would be stitching through the little squares so would have to coordinate. I'd love to know if you do this and how it turns out. I was thinking shabby chic florals for a baby girl quilt and the stitching would fade into the florals...
Teresa Randall I'm glad you said you commented! I think that would be so much easier, thank you! I've been searching for some fabrics recently, looking for some nice combinations, and I had my eye on some nice colorful florals as well! Have a nice day!
You can also put your quilt sandwich together right before you sew around the "Windows" then you will have the cathedral window pattern on the back too.
Hi Charlotte! Here is the link for the free download with all of the measurements. www.shabbyfabrics.com/Assets/Downloads/CathedralWindowPatrioticPillow_forDownload.pdf Thanks so much for watching!
Hello, how big is a fabric square? How wide do you sew the seam allowance? How big are the small pieces of white fabric please? I would like to sew this pillow, but I can not find any measurements. Thank you very much for an answer. Best regards
Hello! Here is the link to our free download that contains the measurements needed. Merry Christmas! 🎄~Leah www.shabbyfabrics.com/Assets/Downloads/CathedralWindowPatrioticPillow_forDownload.pdf
Can you do a tour of your sewing room, notions, etc. I always feel like people are hyping up certain products or making you buy them for a class/sew along... and then I either hate them, or never use them again...
Any notion that we suggest has been tested by us and we highly recommend! We take great care not to suggest notions that we do not use ourselves! Since they can be a substantial investment we never want to mislead our viewers or recommend a product we do not 100% believe in :) Thank you so much for watching and for your comment!
I’ve taught myself to make the longest running stitch where I want my fold to be. I don’t have to run to the iron for every fold over. Easy to finger press it if needed. Easier folds when “perforated”. Also when I intent to leave an opening to turn something right side out I pre-stitch just shy of the seam so that when I turn it I know right where to sew it closed also acts as a stay stitch to keep opening from stretching out.... also gives me security of closure if I decide to leave a bigger opening to turn. Do not lock or back stitch so you can pull the thread out... if it doesn’t show don’t worry about it if matching threads. I use my “stay stitching” for preliminary trials Incase I need to adjust. I’d rather go through yards of tread than get out the seam ripper.
I just watched this fabulous video and caught that you said you usually don't use steam when quilting. Years ago I saw many times that 'steam is your friend.' Why don't you use steam when quilting? (Just curious) Thank you!
Jen found some distortion happening when she used steam while quilting which caused her blocks to become misshaped or mis-sized. We do use it. sometimes, depending on the project, but not often. It certainly can be your friend, though! - Morgan
@@ShabbyFabrics Good to know, thanks! I will definitely be aware of that possibility as I quilt. I haven't noticed it in the past, but I'm not a perfectionist like Jen seems to be. That probably means I won't win any ribbons - yet. But I will probably become better the more I watch the Shabby Fabrics videos. 👍😊
Great job! This is supposed to be an easier way, but whichever method you prefer is the best one to use! If it's fun for you, that's the right method. ;) - Morgan
Because this is a small project I might hand stitch the curves instead of using the machine. If by machine, I might try using clear thread and a small hem stitch so the stitching would be less noticeable.
Hi Becky. I've included a link to the free pattern download. This was written for a 13.5"x13.5" pillow, so you'll have to scale it or add more fabrics to make it 20"x20". Happy sewing! -Bethany www.shabbyfabrics.com/free-downloads-and-video/136/how-to-make-a-cathedral-window-patriotic-pillow
I have watched this over and over. Ive got a pack of 10” squares. I do my seams on both side as shown, but when I nest my seams to sew the other sides it bunches up and I’ve got all these puckers on it and it’s not laying flat. Do I need to trim my nesting seams or what am I doing wrong at that point?
Hi Linda! When sewing initially, your project will not lay flat. You'll want to sew parts of the seam, readjust, and keep sewing. Please let us know if you have any other questions! You can always contact our very helpful customer support team at 208-664-4567 or support@shabbyfabrics.com Thank you for watching! - Sophie
Hi GigiQuilts- The Free Download for this project does not include pattern instructions, as this project is a video tutorial. If you would like the written pattern instructions for this project, they are included in the Cathedral Window Quilt pattern that you can find here: www.shabbyfabrics.com/search?sortOrder=6&q=cathedral+window+pillow+pattern Hope this makes sense! -Michelle
Absolutely! Here are links to the pattern as well as the full kit: Pattern: bit.ly/CathedralWindowFlagQuiltPattern Kit: bit.ly/CathedralWindowFlagQuiltKit
I don't think I'm wrong in saying that a full quilt using this specific method would be extremely cumbersome and heavy, difficult to launder, and difficult to dry. (You would really need an industrial washer at a laundromat otherwise you'd wreck either the quilt or your washer or both.) Each small block, taking into consideration how it's initially folded into an 'envelope,' then adding in the white square, makes FIVE layers of fabric just in the block. Then, adding to the thickness is the rolled 'curve' comprising folded and sewn fabric to make the window. Then, you must add in the insulating layer and the backing fabric and you actually have seven layers to handle, quilt, bind, wash, dry, fold and store. WOW. Anything bigger than a pillow actually would not be possible for me to physically maneuver. lol And I shudder to think what the hired quilting and the shipping charges would be for a full, queen or king sized quilt with 7 layers. Yikes.
They are 2 1/2" x 2 1/2" squares! You can see all of the measurements and require materials on the free download here: www.shabbyfabrics.com/Assets/Downloads/CathedralWindowPatrioticPillow_forDownload.pdf
Oh my goodness this is amazing! I’m a new quilter and this tutorial has been so inspiring. The possibilities with this block are endless! Thank you so much for sharing this tutorial. 💗
We’re happy this project inspires you! We’ll be sure to keep an eye out for your project photos! -Michelle
First saw a cathedral quilt in a craft magazine back in the 60's. All done by hand back then. I always wanted to make one. Maybe someday
We're happy this tutorial inspires you, Joan! Thanks so much for your kind comment. -Michelle
Best CW tutorial ever!!! I've been doing CW for 30 years..with this I'm pretty sure I can finish now!!!! I'm not stuck on traditional hand sewing it anymore!!!❤❤THANK YOU!!!
We are glad you liked this tutorial and that it has helped you! Thank you for the support!❤️😊 - Abby
your teaching style so good
Thank you for your kind words! - Sophie
wow so pretty
Thank you for watching! - Sophie
The flag is impressive. The pillow is clever. Thanks for the tutorial.
Glad you enjoyed it!! -Michelle
What a terrific tutorial! I love this and it's a gorgeous design. Thank you so much, Jen!
You are welcome! Happy that you enjoyed this tutorial and project! Thank you for your comment! - Abby
I like the flag in the background! What a great combo this would make as a gift to a patriotic person and/or veteran!!!!!!
That would be such a beautiful gift to thank them for their service.
This is the best cathedral window!
We’re very glad you enjoy it! Thanks so much for watching! -Michelle
Love this pattern and the technique is so doable, I love the symmetry. Yep had needle pierce my nail once and then the side of my finger another time. After more than 60 years sewing maybe that's not so bad.
Oh, dear! We hope you're doing better. Thank you for watching!! 💖-Michelle
@@ShabbyFabrics well that was many years ago, still sewing and yes am fine
I love your videos. Your are very easy to understand and you show just enough to get the process. It’s cute how you called it the new method of cathedral window, it’s how I learned it 40 years ago when I started quilting. Again I love your video lessons!
Thank you for watching Sherri! We love this pillow! Happy sewing! ~Leah
Thanks for your concise video, this will be my next project
We're happy you enjoy it! Thanks for watching! 💖 -Michelle
Been wanting to make a cathedral quilt for awhile. This tutorial makes me feel I can accomplish it. Thanks.
We believe in you! We'll look forward to your project photos. Thank you for watching!! 💖 -Michelle
so glad I found this tutorial (even if it is mid 2021 already!).; You're a natural and your tutorial is excellent. It is like talking to you one on one. Warmest greetings from Cape Town, South Africa
We are so glad you enjoy this project!! Thanks for watching!! -Michelle
What a great way to make the cathedral window! I have sewed these in the traditional method which takes considerably more time. Thanks for the easier option... Makes me want to run to the sewing room and pull out all my red white and blue fabrics and make one!
We are so happy to provide this easier method! Thanks for watching :)
Thank you Jennifer for the time you spend with us, you are such a very special soul!!! 💚
Thank you so much for your kind words and for watching our video!
Love your videos. You make everything so clear and your voice is very calming. I have learned so much from you. Thank you for being there.
Thank you for your kind feedback. We are glad you enjoy our fun projects. Thanks for watching! 💖 -Michelle
OMG. LOVE THE PATRIOTIC THINGS......BEAUTIFUL...... just subscribed I'm a professional seamstress but I love watching other people sew when they are doing a great job. It can get a little straining when people are not doing a good job but are telling others how to sew. I've been sewing since I was 5 years old. My mom was a very good perfectionist at sewing.
Thank you so much for subscribing! We love being able to teach others our passion, and love sharing it with life-long makers like you.
I wish I could give you 3 thumbs up!!! Your teaching is wonderful and the quality of your sewing makes it beautiful. I must say as a dinosaur at sewing . I have a metal tool just like the one you demonstrated to make careful folds on edges. It was wonderful then and wonderful now.
Hi Lynda! Thank you for watching! Notion tools are so helpful! Stay safe and happy sewing! ~Leah
Hello Lynda
I love your tutorials... Thank you for making them easier for newbies!! Now to go and get some RED,WHITE & BLUE material...
Thank you for watching Lori! Merry Christmas! 🎄~Leah
I just love the colors and your technique seems a lot easier.
Yes, this method is much easier! Thanks for watching!
So glad to find you here on RUclips and your website! We are a very patriotic family (3 boys in the military) so I will be making the quilt and pillow (probably 4 times over!!!!) Thanks for sharing this, I have hesitated making Cathedral windows but you made it look a lot easier! Also thanks for all the for patterns you have put on your website. I have shared your website with all my quilting ladies in our quilting group.
Thank you for your sacrifice and please thank all three of your boys for their service! Merry Christmas! 🎄~Leah
WONDERFUL!! So easy! Love your American Flag quilt!
Glad you like it! 💖 -Michelle
I love this pillow cover. It's fabulous.
Thank you so much!
Gonna make this for my 4th of July bench decorating outside and I also see the flag which I will also do. Thanks for the idea.
We're very happy you enjoy it! Thank you for watching!! 💕 -Michelle
Thank you ❤️
Glad you enjoy this!! -Michelle
I LOVE your tutorials!! This is ingenious. It looks to be so much simpler than the traditional method. Thanks Jennifer.
Yes! This is definitely easier than the traditional method! Thanks for watching!
Pretty patriotic pillow! 💞
It is gorgeous! Happy that you like it! Thank you for your comment! 💕 - Abby
I love this pattern. Love the tutorial and Jen too. Thanks
We're thrilled you enjoy this video! Thanks for watching!! -Michelle
Thank you Jennifer ! This is great . I made the Cathedral Window Christmas ornaments last year for gifts and everyone loved them . I will make this too :)
That is so awesome to hear! Thank you for watching our videos and creating our projects!
So beautiful ❤️👍🙏
Thank you 🙂 -Michelle
Great tutorial! I never would have believed cathedral windows were that easy. I have that hot ruler tool too, Jennifer. Just got it maybe 2 months ago and I love it! I don't think my
eyeballs were very accurate before, so this helps my hems look tons better.
The hot ruler is so handy!! Thanks for watching :)
Fabulous! I have some layer cake fabric left over from a quilt I just finished! I can now make a matching pillow!
Perfect! Have fun making this project :)
Does 1 pillow kit only make 1 pillow?
Loved this!!! It's "sew" sweet that you really care about how we see how it's done. That's why I enjoy your video's Thank You and God bless
Thank you so much for watching and for your kind words- happy to hear you are loving our tutorials :)
I went back and watched the older video I agree this is a much easier method.
Yes! It is so nice to be able to constantly learn new things and find easier ways to do projects like this! Thank you for watching!
Beautiful cushion and so easy! I would press the curve in before sewing down the edges around your beige squares, so much easier. (Bonnie)
Thanks for that great tip and thank you for watching!
I like the pillow in the very left , so cute😊😊😊
Thank you so much! We have that pattern for sale as well as kits for the pillow available in both wool and cotton options! Here are links to all of those:
Pattern: www.shabbyfabrics.com/USA-Pillow-Pattern-P52283.aspx
Wool: www.shabbyfabrics.com/USA-Pillow-Kit-In-Wool-P52258.aspx
Cotton: www.shabbyfabrics.com/USA-Pillow-Kit-In-Cotton-P52257.aspx
Shabby Fabrics thank you for replying😉😉😉
Wow! I watched a video a couple days ago where the woman made it look so difficult to make that square that I got frustrated just watching her. Thank you for showing how easy it actually is
Thank you for watching, Nancy! - Sophie
omg. This looks like a great project imagine all the great looks for this one. Can't wait to get started. Tks for all you do! It makes our life so much happier and busier making fun functional items. Keep up the great ideals...we all love them.
Thank YOU for watching and for your kind words!
Thank you so much for your tutorials.
Thank you for watching! - Sophie
Спасибо большое, Дженифер, за прекрасный мастер класс!
Спасибо за просмотр, Tатьяна! - Sophie
I just love your video's.....I learn so very much !! Thanks for all the tips and techniques !!
Thank YOU for watching and commenting!
Hello Barbara
You are so talented! Thank you!
Thank you so much for watching and for your comment!
I love this pillow I can't wait to make it. I have two purple things and no idea where I put either of them 😂
We're glad you enjoy this fun design! It can be hard to keep track of the Purple Thang tool, so we have several laying around too! 💖 -Michelle
Hi Jennifer - I am loving your you tube projects - you are a natural! Greeting from the UK!
Thank you so much for watching from the UK! :) So glad you like the videos. Jen is such a great teacher! Let us know if there are specific types of tutorials you'd like to see. - Morgan
Very pretty! And I love the patriotic quilt behind you!
Thank you so much! We have that available as a kit and pattern:
Kit- bit.ly/CathedralWindowFlagQuiltKit
Pattern- bit.ly/CathedralWindowFlagQuiltPattern
Hello Nancy how are you doing right now
que hermoso me encanto 😄😃😀😊☺😉👍🍀
Muchas gracias :)
Jennifer, this is so WOW!
Thank you so much!
Beautiful. Made my pillow on Saturday.
That's so great to hear!
Hello Cynthia
I love this.
We’re very happy you enjoy it! Thanks for watching 😍 -Michelle
Thank you for sharing so pretty
So happy you like it! Thanks for watching!
I have made cathedral window quilts with denim and I can see how this would be so much easier to do. I work with a lot of first responders and military and make quilts for them. This would be awesome to add to my arsenal. This is just an FYI, for anyone who struggles with static cling in their craft room like I do. I noticed you holding your thread before you start sewing, I do that as well to keep nesting on the first few stitches but my thread always stayed on my fingers and it gets in my way. I keep a dryer sheet handy and just rub my fingers on it and to keeps that from happening.
We are happy to hear how this project has inspired you! Thank you for this helpful suggestion. ♥️ -Michelle
Fantastic tutorial!! I can't wait to make it! Could you do this method on a quilt?? Thank you so much for taking the "scary" out of making the cathedral window!!!
Hadley Wooten I was thinking the same thing but because of the many layers I think it would be too heavy although you wouldn't need any batting or backing
You absolutely can do this method on a quilt! We have a full kit or pattern available for the wall hanging/quilt behind Jen! Here are the links:
Wall Hanging: www.shabbyfabrics.com/Cathedral-Window-Flag-Quilt-Kit-P51873.aspx
Pattern: www.shabbyfabrics.com/Cathedral-Window-Flag-Quilt-Pattern-P52280.aspx
Muy bonito. Gracias por su excelente explicación. Saludo desde Colombia.
¡Gracias! Le damos la bienvenida y nos complace que pueda acompañarnos en nuestro viaje de costura. -Kyla
I love this technique and am anxious to try this! You make it look SO simple!
It is much more simple than it appears when it's finished! Have fun and thanks for watching!
Hello pat
Wow! Love this project!💓
Thanks for the love :)
tankyou very much
I put away my 'purple thang' when I got my byAnnie's stiletto. It's been a game-changer for me. It's not slick, nothing slips from under it. The stiletto is faintly 'barbed'. It grabs material and allows me to hold binding to bags while going around corners. And if I can do that, holding down some general sewing, like you're showing, would be a snap. If you don't mind buying from someone else, give it a try, Jen. I love this new way of doing cathedral windows, by the way.
Thank you for watching and letting us know about that notion, that's very helpful! We'll look into it.
*_Good job_*
Thank you for watching! - Yajaira
Excellent, loved it and going to give this a try.
Hope you enjoy! Let us know how it goes! - Morgan
Fantastic tutorial and wonderful explanation, many thanks, Jess
Thank you for watching and for your kind comment!
Beautiful!
Thank you! Merry Christmas!🎄~Leah
Hello Maria
Love the pillowbox but the flag is now on my to do list.
That is so great to hear! We have the pattern and full kit available! Here are the links:
bit.ly/CathedralWindowFlagQuiltKit
bit.ly/CathedralWindowFlagQuiltPattern
Hello Evelines how are you doing
looooove your tutorials!!
Thanks so much for the love!
so beautiful.....perfect explaination...love from Pakistan.😘😍
Thank you! We are happy to hear you enjoy our tutorials all the way in Pakistan. -Kyla
Beautiful, I love !
Thank you! Happy Holidays! ❄~Leah
Hello Alid
Доброе утро! Благодарю!!!
Спасибо! Рад, что вам это нравится! - Beth!
Oh, how I wish I had seen this video before making a pillow using your method in your previous tutorial. This seems like it will be so much easier. Thank you so much for showing how to make these beautiful items. I love the cathedral window blocks.
We love this method too! Looks like you will just get to make another pillow ;) Thanks for watching and following along!
Actually, I loved making the pillow so much, I started to make a queen sized quilt using this method.
That is awesome! Cathedral Window Quilts are STUNNING! Have fun!
I really want to try this. I will practice before I attempt to try to accomplish the real project. I probably just missed the stitch length on folding color fabric rolled over the light fabric. Going to be excited about learning this technique. Thanks for your tutorial. Blessings
Practicing first is always a great idea! SInce the stitching shows on the rolled over edges- the stitch length is up to you! We think a shorter stitch length looks cute but it really is your choice :)
Thank you
Since I have several vintage machines, I plan to have two machines threaded with the colors that I'm using, and switch machines when I change colors.
That is so smart and will save so much time!!
Hello Peggy how are you doing right now
I always used a really wide zigzag. Put my needle down between two opposite corners and did a really dense stitch for about 5 - 7 stitches. Repeat with the opposing corners. Makes a small but neat cross on the back. Fray check or something similar should definetly be used to make sure the stitches don’t unravel with washing or long use.
Great tips, Julia! Thank you so much for sharing! - Sophie
Amazing !!
Hi Manisha! Thank you for watching! Stay safe and happy sewing! ~Leah
@@ShabbyFabrics Thank you for your reply.
Another wonderful well detailed tutorial. You and Donna Jordan are the two tops in taking your time to explain details. Those of us that need show me methods can grasp and those that like faster can skip ahead. Thank you ever so much.
Would you or someone give me the name of the small scissors you used. Not seeing list. Thanks a bunch FROM
McKinney, TX
Kai scissors are great!
We are sew glad you enjoyed this video, Marilyn. Thanks for watching!! And yes, these are our Kai Embroidery scissors: www.shabbyfabrics.com/kai-embroidery-scissors-P51870.aspx -Michelle
Yes, they are our Kai embroidery scissors!! -Michelle
Really good
Thank you so much!
Your Purple Thang is used for turning fabric and getting into the corners.
The neat thing about that tool is that is has SO many uses! Thanks for watching :)
Hallo, sehr sehr schön, werde das ganz sicher nachnähen, ich muss nur noch die Masse umwandeln, da wir hier in der Schweiz mit cm rechnen
Wir würden uns freuen, Ihr fertiges Projekt zu sehen! Danke fürs Zuschauen! - Sophie
wow..amazing 😍
Thank you!
I have to say, this method does look easier than your other video! I want to make a blanket out of this beautiful pattern but how would I quilt it? Just stitch in the ditch or re stitch my lines to secure backing and batting? I don't want to FMQ because I feel it would ruin the the whole "window effect". Thanks and love your videos!
Either one of the methods you mentioned would absolutely work! It really is up to you :)
Shabby Fabrics thank you for answering!!
Brianna Castillo I thought about this too. I think stitching around the squares would work - easier that trying to stitch over the curves again. You would be stitching through the little squares so would have to coordinate. I'd love to know if you do this and how it turns out. I was thinking shabby chic florals for a baby girl quilt and the stitching would fade into the florals...
Teresa Randall I'm glad you said you commented! I think that would be so much easier, thank you! I've been searching for some fabrics recently, looking for some nice combinations, and I had my eye on some nice colorful florals as well! Have a nice day!
You can also put your quilt sandwich together right before you sew around the "Windows" then you will have the cathedral window pattern on the back too.
Thank you for the tutorial and sharing your knowledge. I love it, and the quilt in the background.
Do you have a tutorial for the flag quilt?
Hi Mariaelisa! Unfortunealy, we don't have a tutorial for that quilt, but will keep that in mind for future projects! Thank you for watching! - Sophie
Fantastic method, thank you!!
Thank you for watching! - Morgan
thank you for this patriotic pillow your instructions are wonderful one question could you give measurements for backing thank you
Hi Charlotte! Here is the link for the free download with all of the measurements. www.shabbyfabrics.com/Assets/Downloads/CathedralWindowPatrioticPillow_forDownload.pdf
Thanks so much for watching!
بہت مشکل ہے، بہت صبر اور مہارت درکار ہے
یہ کرتا ہے، لیکن ہمیں یقین ہے کہ آپ یہ پروجیکٹ کر سکتے ہیں۔ 💖 -Michelle
@@ShabbyFabrics یہ بہت خوبصورت اور فینسی ہے۔ ویڈیو دیکھ کر لگتا ہے کہ ہم بنا سکتے ہیں۔ مگر سب سے ایسا خوبصورت نہیں بنتا۔ شکریہ
Hello, how big is a fabric square? How wide do you sew the seam allowance? How big are the small pieces of white fabric please?
I would like to sew this pillow, but I can not find any measurements. Thank you very much for an answer. Best regards
Hello! Here is the link to our free download that contains the measurements needed. Merry Christmas! 🎄~Leah
www.shabbyfabrics.com/Assets/Downloads/CathedralWindowPatrioticPillow_forDownload.pdf
Can you do a tour of your sewing room, notions, etc. I always feel like people are hyping up certain products or making you buy them for a class/sew along... and then I either hate them, or never use them again...
Any notion that we suggest has been tested by us and we highly recommend! We take great care not to suggest notions that we do not use ourselves! Since they can be a substantial investment we never want to mislead our viewers or recommend a product we do not 100% believe in :) Thank you so much for watching and for your comment!
Love your sewing machine. What is the brand and model? This project is perfect since I just found all my patriotic fabrics. Thanks for the video.
Thank you! We use Bernina Machines! I am not sure what that specific model is. Merry Christmas! 🎄~Leah
I’ve taught myself to make the longest running stitch where I want my fold to be. I don’t have to run to the iron for every fold over. Easy to finger press it if needed. Easier folds when “perforated”.
Also when I intent to leave an opening to turn something right side out I pre-stitch just shy of the seam so that when I turn it I know right where to sew it closed also acts as a stay stitch to keep opening from stretching out.... also gives me security of closure if I decide to leave a bigger opening to turn.
Do not lock or back stitch so you can pull the thread out... if it doesn’t show don’t worry about it if matching threads. I use my “stay stitching” for preliminary trials Incase I need to adjust. I’d rather go through yards of tread than get out the seam ripper.
Thanks for those tips, Cindy! Those are very helpful, and we appreciate you sharing and watching the video!
I just watched this fabulous video and caught that you said you usually don't use steam when quilting. Years ago I saw many times that 'steam is your friend.' Why don't you use steam when quilting? (Just curious) Thank you!
Jen found some distortion happening when she used steam while quilting which caused her blocks to become misshaped or mis-sized. We do use it. sometimes, depending on the project, but not often. It certainly can be your friend, though! - Morgan
@@ShabbyFabrics Good to know, thanks! I will definitely be aware of that possibility as I quilt. I haven't noticed it in the past, but I'm not a perfectionist like Jen seems to be. That probably means I won't win any ribbons - yet. But I will probably become better the more I watch the Shabby Fabrics videos. 👍😊
Hello Judy
I did the other method you had shown us, and I truly enjoyed it. My pillow turned out great, but your saying this method is easier or better?
Great job! This is supposed to be an easier way, but whichever method you prefer is the best one to use! If it's fun for you, that's the right method. ;) - Morgan
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We're glad you enjoyed this tutorial! -Michelle
Because this is a small project I might hand stitch the curves instead of using the machine. If by machine, I might try using clear thread and a small hem stitch so the stitching would be less noticeable.
That's a great idea! Let us know how yours turn out. - Morgan
Would it not be easier to glue baste your centre points then zigzag, as well as tack down your curves then sew down?
That is something you could absolutely do!!
The Clover tool used for pressing an accurate seam allowance is called a Hot Ruler, SRP at Joanne's $13.99.
Yes, we've got that tool listed in the description box. It's so useful for so many things, and can be found on our website. - Morgan
Hi, may I ask how many 10" by 10" squares required to a finished 20" by 20" pillow cover? Thanks
Hi Becky. I've included a link to the free pattern download. This was written for a 13.5"x13.5" pillow, so you'll have to scale it or add more fabrics to make it 20"x20". Happy sewing! -Bethany
www.shabbyfabrics.com/free-downloads-and-video/136/how-to-make-a-cathedral-window-patriotic-pillow
I have watched this over and over. Ive got a pack of 10” squares. I do my seams on both side as shown, but when I nest my seams to sew the other sides it bunches up and I’ve got all these puckers on it and it’s not laying flat. Do I need to trim my nesting seams or what am I doing wrong at that point?
Hi Linda! When sewing initially, your project will not lay flat. You'll want to sew parts of the seam, readjust, and keep sewing. Please let us know if you have any other questions! You can always contact our very helpful customer support team at 208-664-4567 or support@shabbyfabrics.com
Thank you for watching! - Sophie
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Glad you like it!! 💖 -Michelle
When making a quilt, would it make it stronger and look better to put a backing on and doing the window stitching as the quilting to show on the back?
It wouldn't necessarily make it stronger - however, it would be lovely to see the stitching on the back of the window shapes!
Do the 10" squares need to be the same prints or can all of them be different?
They can all be different! It's totally up to you!
Becca I clicked on the link for the pattern and only one page of required materials came up. Also I registered but did not receive the zoom link.
Hi GigiQuilts- The Free Download for this project does not include pattern instructions, as this project is a video tutorial. If you would like the written pattern instructions for this project, they are included in the Cathedral Window Quilt pattern that you can find here: www.shabbyfabrics.com/search?sortOrder=6&q=cathedral+window+pillow+pattern Hope this makes sense! -Michelle
@@ShabbyFabrics thank you.
Is there a pattern for the flag wall hanging its beautiful.
Absolutely! Here are links to the pattern as well as the full kit:
Pattern: bit.ly/CathedralWindowFlagQuiltPattern
Kit: bit.ly/CathedralWindowFlagQuiltKit
wow its beautiful
I don't think I'm wrong in saying that a full quilt using this specific method would be extremely cumbersome and heavy, difficult to launder, and difficult to dry. (You would really need an industrial washer at a laundromat otherwise you'd wreck either the quilt or your washer or both.) Each small block, taking into consideration how it's initially folded into an 'envelope,' then adding in the white square, makes FIVE layers of fabric just in the block. Then, adding to the thickness is the rolled 'curve' comprising folded and sewn fabric to make the window. Then, you must add in the insulating layer and the backing fabric and you actually have seven layers to handle, quilt, bind, wash, dry, fold and store. WOW. Anything bigger than a pillow actually would not be possible for me to physically maneuver. lol And I shudder to think what the hired quilting and the shipping charges would be for a full, queen or king sized quilt with 7 layers. Yikes.
Yes, this is quite the project to commit to! Thanks for watching!! -Michelle
What size are the little cream squares? I would like to “try”and make this pillow. Not sure if I should purchase a kit or cut my own pieces.
They are 2 1/2" x 2 1/2" squares! You can see all of the measurements and require materials on the free download here: www.shabbyfabrics.com/Assets/Downloads/CathedralWindowPatrioticPillow_forDownload.pdf