I agree with trying to not have to flip the fabric over, this is the perfect solution. Thank you Laura. Your tips are so helpful and I've lost count of how many of them I use regularly - can't thank you enough.
Thank-you Laura zippers, button holes and FABRIC CUTTING are my nightmares and challenges in sewing. you've answer alot of my minds questions. Maybe now those inner Cutting Voices can Stop! Haa haaa. TFS.
It never ceases to amaze me how much fabric I lose because it wasn't cut straight at the store, or wound straight on the bolt. I bought some water resistant exterior fabric, by the time I straightened it, I had lost 8 inches, 4 from each end. I'm happy that I bought an extra 1/2 yard. I'm happy to know I'm straightening it correctly. Have a great week
+Jennie Wallick This is exactly why I refuse to shop at JoAnn anymore. They cut that fabric and it looks like an alligator has chomped it off the bolt. SO much waste when trying to square it up. I complained to the manager once and asked why can't they rotary cut or tear it like some do with velvet...was met with a glassy eyed stare and shrugged shoulders..."We cut with scissors." Equilter & Missouri Star Quilt CO. now get the majority of my business. Thank you Laura, this was a really easy tip I never thought of. Will save much frustration
Hi Laura, what I meant is this: you fold the fabric in half and you hold it in front of you. You wiggle the fabric with your thumbs and index fingers until there are no more ripples and then you place it carefully on the cutting mat . I am French-speaking so sometimes , I don't always myself clearly. Thank you. 😎
I love the way you explained that, I could see it very clearly:) So to answer your questions "Yes" It is important to get that nice straight fabric first. And that is a great way to do it. In this video I had already done that before the first project so I knew it was good to go! Good question and Thanks for asking
I'm amazed at your expertise. Thank you. I have a question. I noticed that you didn't square up,the fabric before . I thought it was a must. Thank you.
This is how I was initalkt3 taught to cut fabric in my first quilting class - 2 rulers to square up and cut. I never use the markings on my cutting mats.
Thank you, more great ideas and such sweet fabric! This too would be helpful for the fabric stores for their own control let alone our purchases. ~ Curious what large square ruler and which cutting mat you used here and / or recommend.
+AnoushBotanical Thank you and the ruler is a 16.5" square, and this is the mat www.joann.com/36x59-cutting-mat/2622033.html#start=10 I like the size of this mat. Thanks for watching
What types of rulers are always used for tailoring or cutting and designing. Please let me know the brand name and size of the biggest ruler and also the square biggest ruler along with the size and brand . All the three rulers you have used in this project also the brand and size of the rotary cutter. Thank you and God bless you.
Hi Laura, what I meant is this: you know, when you fold the fabric in half and you hold it in front of you; and you move the fabric with your thumbs and index fingers in order to square the fabric, to get it of the folds and then after you place the fabric on the mat and you can cut it. ( I'm French-speaking, I hope I find the right words to express my idea. ) Thank you. 😎
I love the way you explained that, I could see it very clearly:) So to answer your questions "Yes" It is important to get that nice straight fabric first. And that is a great way to do it. In this video I had already done that before the first project so I knew it was good to go! Good question and Thanks for asking
I bought a quilt kit from Craftsy and there isn't a pattern in it!! I'm a beginner too, my very first quilt!! It supposed to be a beginner quilt but the cover said Intermediate!?! Yikes!! The background fabric has no selvages! It's like 140" L x 90" Wide!! I don't know how to manage the fabric or based of of the strips, which there are 6 different sizes to precut and I'm SO frustrated!! It's supposed to be FUN!!😩😩. I've emailed them and the designer but to no avail! There is supposed to be teacher and classroom help but I cannot find that either!! Will you please help me?
SewVeryEasy I can't manage such a big bulk of fabric...my cutting table is 24"x36" and fabric spills over even when folded! I accidentally cut 2 strips but realized I didn't cut from Width! There's supposed to be 4-3"x70" strips, to be used for the border, which I can tear along the length BUT I don't know how to get there cuz the whole sheet is approx 90"Wx140"L....so half of sheet will be for the 70" strips but I cannot manage such bulk AND cut the other half for the other 5 different piles of cuttings for rest of quilt. Please tell me you understand... I mean did I explain it properly?
Ripping it, will insure a straight of grain each and every time. Without useing any ruler. Give it a try. All professional seamstress use this shortcut
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I agree with trying to not have to flip the fabric over, this is the perfect solution. Thank you Laura. Your tips are so helpful and I've lost count of how many of them I use regularly - can't thank you enough.
+eileenfb1948 Hi Eileen, thank you for watching and for all your comments. Talk to you soon:)
I never fail to learn something from our videos. Thanks so much.
Thank-you Laura zippers, button holes and FABRIC CUTTING are my nightmares and challenges in sewing. you've answer alot of my minds questions. Maybe now those inner Cutting Voices can Stop! Haa haaa. TFS.
+lacsa727 As long as the voices don't keep you up at night....your ok lol thanks for watching
What a marvellous tip! Thank you Laura I wish I had thought of it! Definitely one I will use from now on!
+Linda G Thanks and thanks for watching
It never ceases to amaze me how much fabric I lose because it wasn't cut straight at the store, or wound straight on the bolt. I bought some water resistant exterior fabric, by the time I straightened it, I had lost 8 inches, 4 from each end. I'm happy that I bought an extra 1/2 yard. I'm happy to know I'm straightening it correctly. Have a great week
+Jennie Wallick Thanks for watching Jennie
+Jennie Wallick This is exactly why I refuse to shop at JoAnn anymore. They cut that fabric and it looks like an alligator has chomped it off the bolt. SO much waste when trying to square it up. I complained to the manager once and asked why can't they rotary cut or tear it like some do with velvet...was met with a glassy eyed stare and shrugged shoulders..."We cut with scissors." Equilter & Missouri Star Quilt CO. now get the majority of my business.
Thank you Laura, this was a really easy tip I never thought of. Will save much frustration
+Coasterdude02149 thanks, I know Missouri star quilts, but hadn't heard of the other. I was happy to know I was straightening it correctly though.
+Coasterdude02149 Thanks
Your welcome:)
Hi again! I have started a drawstring bag and I had used your tip with the two rulers when squaring the fabric: it's great! 😎 Thank you!
Glad to know it helped, thanks for watching
Hi Laura and thank you very much. Have a great evening. 😎
Thank you and have a great day
I never thought of that-and will make this cutting easier. Thanks for showing us this technique! :)
+Monica Kostak your welcome and thanks for watching :)
Genious. You deserve an award for this
I love your tutorials and tips.
Hi Laura, what I meant is this: you fold the fabric in half and you hold it in front of you. You wiggle the fabric with your thumbs and index fingers until there are no more ripples and then you place it carefully on the cutting mat . I am French-speaking so sometimes , I don't always myself clearly. Thank you. 😎
I love the way you explained that, I could see it very clearly:) So to answer your questions "Yes" It is important to get that nice straight fabric first. And that is a great way to do it. In this video I had already done that before the first project so I knew it was good to go! Good question and Thanks for asking
this is brilliant! I'm always flipping the fabric and having to re-align
+Diane Peternel Hi Diane thanks for watching and glad I could help:)
Good idea Laura.
I'm amazed at your expertise. Thank you.
I have a question. I noticed that you didn't square up,the fabric before . I thought it was a must. Thank you.
I'm not sure what you are asking as I squared up the fabric with the second ruler. Can you re-ask the question please:)
This is how I was initalkt3 taught to cut fabric in my first quilting class - 2 rulers to square up and cut. I never use the markings on my cutting mats.
Amy Snawder good
Eye opener!! Thanks for sharing. 😊
Thanks:)
short and easy to understand will use
+sharron yeates Glad I could help, thanks for watching
Thank you, more great ideas and such sweet fabric! This too would be helpful for the fabric stores for their own control let alone our purchases. ~ Curious what large square ruler and which cutting mat you used here and / or recommend.
+AnoushBotanical Thank you and the ruler is a 16.5" square, and this is the mat www.joann.com/36x59-cutting-mat/2622033.html#start=10 I like the size of this mat. Thanks for watching
another great tip! I love them and use them! thanks!
+deedum75 lol thanks and thanks for watching:)
What types of rulers are always used for tailoring or cutting and designing. Please let me know the brand name and size of the biggest ruler and also the square biggest ruler along with the size and brand . All the three rulers you have used in this project also the brand and size of the rotary cutter. Thank you and God bless you.
Where can I get these rulers and what are their prices.
I make garments, I cut about 2 inches where the fabric cut edge isn’t straight, and tear all the way down, wallah straight line.
As always, good and useful information. Thank you once again. 8-)
+Sherri Alexander Thanks Sherri glad you liked it:)
SewVeryEasy
lol
Where do I get these rulers.
Very needful to know.........great tips...thanks..
Thanks and Thank You for watching :)
Hi Laura, what I meant is this: you know, when you fold the fabric in half and you hold it in front of you; and you move the fabric with your thumbs and index fingers in order to square the fabric, to get it of the folds and then after you place the fabric on the mat and you can cut it. ( I'm French-speaking, I hope I find the right words to express my idea. ) Thank you. 😎
I love the way you explained that, I could see it very clearly:) So to
answer your questions "Yes" It is important to get that nice straight
fabric first. And that is a great way to do it. In this video I had
already done that before the first project so I knew it was good to go!
Good question and Thanks for asking
I love the way you teach about sewing. I will like to ask: do you wash your fabric before you use it?Best regards Linda
+Linda Pedersen Thanks and I do try to wash my fabric before using it. I like the idea of it being clean of chemicals. Thanks again
Than, you so much. You really helped me out.
great idea
+Maria Goumas Thanks for watching:)
Hi how can I get that type scales and cutter I an Indian
Oh I love that it is so much easier.
+Jeanene W Thanks and thanks for watching:)
What a great idea!! Thanks!
+Kathleen Kingsbury Thanks and thanks for watching
great tutorial
+Colleen Ross Thanks Colleen
Thank you for the great tip!
+Lydia Hambright Thanks and have a great sewing day:)
What a great idea. thanks.
+Beth Cooley Thank You for watching
Great Tip
+Debra Graham Thanks Debra:)
I bought a quilt kit from Craftsy and there isn't a pattern in it!! I'm a beginner too, my very first quilt!! It supposed to be a beginner quilt but the cover said Intermediate!?! Yikes!! The background fabric has no selvages! It's like 140" L x 90" Wide!! I don't know how to manage the fabric or based of of the strips, which there are 6 different sizes to precut and I'm SO frustrated!! It's supposed to be FUN!!😩😩. I've emailed them and the designer but to no avail! There is supposed to be teacher and classroom help but I cannot find that either!! Will you please help me?
keep trying to hold of them and I will try to help the best I can. keep me updaed
SewVeryEasy I can't manage such a big bulk of fabric...my cutting table is 24"x36" and fabric spills over even when folded! I accidentally cut 2 strips but realized I didn't cut from Width! There's supposed to be 4-3"x70" strips, to be used for the border, which I can tear along the length BUT I don't know how to get there cuz the whole sheet is approx 90"Wx140"L....so half of sheet will be for the 70" strips but I cannot manage such bulk AND cut the other half for the other 5 different piles of cuttings for rest of quilt. Please tell me you understand... I mean did I explain it properly?
great idea!
+Patricia Shaffer Thanks and thanks for watching
Great helps!
Brilliant!
+Kristie Jo lol thanks:)
This is great...thank you!
Ripping it, will insure a straight of grain each and every time. Without useing any ruler. Give it a try. All professional seamstress use this shortcut
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