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What is birthing a quilt? (and tutorial)
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What is birthing a quilt? (and tutorial)

I don’t like the name of this.  Birthing a quilt.  Who named this process that?  I definitely prefer calling it the ‘inside out method’. I was asked to make a quilt without any batting, so that it would be thin for a photography prop.  And promptly decided that this would be the perfect time to…

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Using mini design boards while making a quilt
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Using mini design boards while making a quilt

I have previously mentioned wanting to make and use Lori Holt’s mini design boards before. I feel like whenever you are making quilt blocks that require that certain fabrics to go in certain positions, I have trouble with my usual chain piecing technique.  Sorta. Most quilts that I make, anything can go anywhere, but there…

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Friday Tuts – How to choose a color palette based on a picture
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Friday Tuts – How to choose a color palette based on a picture

I feel like I’ve covered this, but for the life of me cannot find the post anywhere on my site.  Maybe I didn’t title it correctly?  I’m working hard to get my site seriously organized, so if you see something that you think I might have posted before, it’s for the sake of organization.  Now…

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How To Piece Like a Rockstar – Part 2 – Make Better Half Square Triangles
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How To Piece Like a Rockstar – Part 2 – Make Better Half Square Triangles

This post has been edited to add in this video on 10/12/17.   I want to start this off my saying that you are making a quilt. The little things really don’t matter. Like if your points line up, or if your edges are wobbly, or if you have a pinch or two in your…

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The background in these blocks is my new #milkland The background in these blocks is my new #milklandfabrics . Coming to the shop in June and available to pre-order now. I'm going for a scrappy background on this quilt. This version of Dilly Dally I'm making uses my Tiny Terrazzo as the foreground.
A little look at my latest work. Blocks 38, 39, an A little look at my latest work. Blocks 38, 39, and 40 of #dillydallyquilt . If you are looking for a long project, come join us. These blocks are fun! ❤️
This week's blocks. Patterns and demos have been u This week's blocks. Patterns and demos have been uploaded. Check your Dilly Dally class dashboard. This brings our total to 40/49. We are almost there now! 💃 🤗
Exciting news! We've just uploaded three new lesso Exciting news! We've just uploaded three new lessons and three new block patterns to the Dilly Dally Quilt class. And that means we're officially kicking off the Flying Geese section of the quilt! 🪁  In these new lessons, I’ll be showing you two different methods for making your flying geese:✨ One-at-a-time method – This is similar to snowballing and is great for beginners or anyone who likes taking it slow and steady.✨ Four-at-a-time method – We’re switching it up from the way I’ve taught this before. This time, we’ll be making our geese slightly larger and trimming them down for extra precision and perfect points every time!👉 Log into your class dashboard to access the new block patterns and video demos now! https://quiltclass.southerncharmquilts.com/
Showing off my hourglass blocks for the Dilly Dall Showing off my hourglass blocks for the Dilly Dally quilt today ⏳First up: classic hourglass. Simple, clean, and that pinwheel center gets me every time.Then there’s the Ohio Star (my forever favorite). It’s just so pretty and elegant.And finally... the intense one. Eight tiny hourglass units and a big fussy cut center. It took a minute, but so worth it. Comment "dilly" for more details.
And... we’re diving into the hourglass section o And... we’re diving into the hourglass section of the Dilly Dally quilt! ⏳I’m pressing all the seams open on these, and the points aren’t always perfect, but that’s just how it goes sometimes. Keep stitching, keep breathing.
All the blocks I’ve made so far for Dilly Dally. All the blocks I’ve made so far for Dilly Dally. Can you guess which one’s my favorite? #dillydallyquilt #jellybeanmeadowfabrics
Today is your last chance to pre-order the Garden Today is your last chance to pre-order the Garden Therapy Collection! 🌸Don’t miss out on these gorgeous fabrics. Swipe to see the quilts I’ve made with them for a little inspiration! Pre-order now before it’s too late! https://meanderandmake.com/fabric/collections/garden-therapy/
We’ve officially finished the half square triang We’ve officially finished the half square triangle section in the Dilly Dally quilt class! 🎉The final three blocks are now available. All the patterns are ready to download, and every demo video is up and waiting for you.These three are a little more challenging (and packed with fussy cutting opportunities!), but they’re also some of my favorites.If you’re working along with us, head over to the class to grab what you need and keep going!#dillydallyquilt Comment "dilly" for more details.
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