Every time I use this quilt pattern (5 times now), I pray for Melanie’s family, Thank you for leaving her sweet face, voice, and instructions for others to enjoy!
I know Melanie is no longer with us, but I’m making my first quilting project in the UK and these videos have been so very helpful. I hope her family is proud of her legacy helping so many people across the globe, even after she has passed
I just discovered Melanie. I’m so thankful for her quilting videos. I wanted to write and thank her. She has a gift for teaching. I love her. I am so troubled that she passed away. Life is not fair. She is my hero.
I just finished my first quilt (Halloween themed) and it only took 7 days from start to finish. I literally had zero quilting knowledge before this video and hadn’t used a sewing machine in 10+ years. This tutorial can teach anyone to make a beautiful quilt. I’m so impressed with this series and myself. If you’re interested in quilting I 100% recommend.
Still referring to Melanie's excellent videos when I quilt - her legacy continues on and I am so appreciative the content remains. Blessings to her family!
3 quilts in and I'm still using these videos to brush up on things - only found Melanie after she got sick again and just now seeing that she passed while I'm working on my one year old daughter's first quilt. Rest in Peace Melanie, thank you for helping me create beautiful heirlooms for my family. I hope your family is well and finding some peace for themselves
I am so grateful for the concise manner and patient demeaner that Melanie uses to teach, that I had to leave a message, that is when I learned that she is no longer with us on this earth. She surely has made a difference in the world - what an impact. RIP Melanie, and thank you for sharing your gifts! My deepest condolence to her family. Her legacy lives on in so many ways!
The quilt my mom made for me when I was a very little kid is still one of my most cherished possessions over 30 years later. I just finished sewing the binding on my first quilt, which will be a gift for her. I hope Melanie’s family finds some comfort knowing what a legacy she’s left with these videos.
I stumbled across these lovely videos while trying to prep myself to make a small quilt from my daughter's baby clothes. I grew up sewing with my aunt and have the best childhood memories of making crafts with her and my mom. My aunt planned on professionally quilting the clothes herself but ended up passing last October from heart problems and my mom passed in June from cancer. I'm so thankful for these videos so I'm able to carry out my wishes with Melanie's wonderful instructions and feel like I'm honoring my aunt as well. Thank you to her family for leaving them available. ❤️
Thank you for making this so easy! I just finished my first quilt and it turned out beautifully. It has 99 squares (9x11) so I plan on giving it to my grandmother for her 99th birthday in November. I know that she'll love it.
I can't believe Melanie has passed. I am heartbroken. Such a beautiful person. I would not have made 2 quilts for my 2 sons if it weren't for her amazing instruction and I will be forever grateful. She will live forever through what she gave to her students. Peace be with you, Robert, and sons... sharing your grief...
I just binged all five videos. Very informative. I have always wanted to learn to quilt. Have been intimidated always. Now I wish I had learned years ago after watching your videos. I have a whole closet full of fabric and hope to use a lot to make several quilts. The one trick I loved was how you showed how to end the hand stitching of the binding. Have never seen that before. Brilliant! Thanks for all your videos.
I love these videos. I can’t tell you the number of times I’ve gone back to watch over again. I’m only on my 3rd quilt and Melanie explains things so easily.
Lynda, I did as well. Some of it was like " Oh! That is how you do that!" And then some was like, " That is so simple!" I am raring to try my hand at this now :)
Thank you so much to Melanie's family. I made my first quilt in 1993 with the exception that I didnt know how to bind it. Your video series has just allowed me to know how to finish a quilt that is 30 years old in the making! Thank you so much. 🤩
I just completed my first quilt! Thank you Melanie for the beginner's quilting series. You have been such a blessing and I dedicate this quilt to you in your memory. ❤
What a talented lady! Sad to hear she is no longer with us, I am attempting my first patchwork quilt with my son’s old clothing and am truly grateful for Melanie’s teaching skills thank you xx
I just watched all 5 tutorials. You do a very detailed presentation. Both of my parents passed away within 12 days of each other in December. Dad was 96 and Mother was 95. My dad had over 100 dress shirts that I will be using to make some throws and pillows. I will also sew the pockets and button flaps in random places on the throws and pillows. I made a Dalia quilt several years ago, but was looking for something very basic and simple for these throws and pillows. The patchwork quilt is perfect and quick for what I am wanting to make. Thank you for your very thorough tutorials...you have definitely gotten me in the sewing mood!
I am almost done with my first quilt and I am so happy to watch and listen to Melanie you are a blessing and I thank your family for continuing your tutorials. 💜 Your voice and words have gave me confidence to make this quilt.. Rip. 😇
I just discovered this video series being a new quilter. These videos have helped me to sort through where to start my quilting experience. Melanie has simplified the process so that it is approachable for new quilters like me. It is an absolute shame that cancer has claimed this woman. It is a loss for her family as well as the sewing community. 😢
I used these videos to make a baby quilt for my new grandson. I hadn't sewn anything in 20 years and had never quilted. The videos were incredibly helpful and the quilt turned out great! Thank you!!
Hi Melanie, I loved all your videos. I'm a newbie to quilting. Saw a group last week and got inspired to quilt because I have bags of fabric leftover when making mask and didn't know what to do with. Their work was amazing! The instructor had me cut out nine 3 inch squares to make a pot holder and sew by hand. It was the most difficult thing for me to do. I knew there was a meaning to her madness. Lol. I did learn something. I've been sewing for years on a sewing machine. All of your videos are "EXCELLENT". You made my journey so much easier and answered all my questions. Now I'm excited again. Thank you!
Thank you for your "easy to follow" videos. With the coronavirus, I have time to work on my first of hopefully many quilts. I want to make special ones for my grandchildren and give to others who need to be encouraged during these days. Again, thank you.
Robin Fields Thank You for the great easy to follow binding video! I will definitely watch all of your videos! I just found you today so well done,easy to see each step great tips!
I was referred to you for your amazing videos. Love your videos because you dont do alot of rambling on. Sime videos I swear people just like to hear themselves talk. Yours gives out the information with visual instructions. Just dont know how appreciated that is instead of rambling on about other things not needed. Some other video makers should watch your videos. They are awesome. I especially appreciate that when allotted a short time to watch. I was stressing about trying quilting but with your video so simplified for beginners like myself,I am so excited to do a larger one. The first one I made from your videos I embroidered it in the 1 corner Covid19 Quarantine 5/2020. Because I made face mask at no charge for everyone and gave to nursing homes and the Homeless. So this quilt I had to make it a remembered piece. I used left over scraps from the mask I made. Thanks also for the link for supplies I used your Amazon store. Thanks for making it so easy to get the things I didn't have. God Bless 🙂✌ Your a blessing for beginner sewers.
Hello. I am new in the world of quilting. I am so happy to see your fun carefully instructed tutorials. Thankyou. I am nervouse about it, but excited too.
After watching Melanie's excellent videos, I have just made my first ever quilt, for my first granddaughter (due very soon). Clear, easy to follow instructions, no pressure to get it perfect, enjoyable to follow and I am so pleased with the result. Thank you Melanie
I love your video. As a child I watched my grandmother make quilts the old fashioned way. The “bastónes” hung from the ceiling and would be lowered. The quilt was wrapped around them and she would sit and see the layers together. This modern way is so much easier, but I have so many sweet memories. Sooooo I’m making a quilt. Thank you. You are an awesome teacher. I can say that because I’m a retired teacher.
Thank you for taking time to show your special techniques. I'm impressed how lovely the quilt came out, you are creative. I have not sewed a quilt in years and was an excellent refresher course. Thank you so much for sharing your video and look forward to watching your other videos. All the best to you.
I miss Melanie so much! Her perkiness was so contagious. She was a fantastic teacher & cheerleader? I'm sending prayers to her family & friends. I know she was like a light in your world as well as mine. I appreciated her passion for her crafts. God Bless!! ❤️❤️❤️
I’ve just finished my quilt! This will be my 6th one, and each time I have followed different peoples tips and guidance. Your videos are by far the most informative and have given the best results! I can’t wait to start another quilt! 😀 Thank you
Melanie THANK YOU SO MUCH. I dont have words to express how much you have helped. Its like having you in my home guiding me at every step. Thank you xxx
Just finished my very 1st quilt after watching and following your tutorials. So easy to understand and explained in a simplified manner making it far less daunting. Can't wait to give the quilt to my little miss for her birthday and have planned to make many many more for her to treasure 💗💗
Ah! I loved this series. My mom just bought me a new sewing machine for Christmas and I think I'm going to make my first quilt for her birthday in May. My great grandmother taught me to hand sew when I was six, my grandmother has worked in a sewing studio her whole life and my mom sews as a hobby so I'm excited to take up something that seems to be in my blood!
Just wanted to say THANK YOU! You've introduced me to quilting! I'm hooked!! I made 4 of these quilts this Christmas season! I gave them as gifts. This tutorial was great!!
I did it!! I followed all the steps and finished my very first quilt today! I machine bound my quilt (using Melanie’s tutorial on it) I’m so thrilled! I’m quarantining with my dad and he’s so proud. Thank you for these videos!!💐🌸💖
My 9 year old daughter and I decided to learn how to sew in March when everything shut down. She wanted to make a quilt, and we’ve followed your videos step by step. She just finished her doll quilt today and she is so proud! Thank you for the great videos!
Your an excellent teacher! I’m a vision learner and had such a hard time simply understanding just the basics of quilting......THANK YOU! I finally get it! Blessings!
Just stumbled on the videos today. She is so clear in her illustrations. I have learned so much. Thank you so much. I'm sad that she has passed on. Her sweet spirit will live on forever.
I feel like after watching this tutorial series I wouldn’t even necessarily need to reference it again because everything was so straightforward and well explained! Amazing job 😃
Ok started watching this 2 weeks ago. Went step by step. Did exactly what she said to do, and low and behold I made a dang quilt. I cannot believe it. The videos are perfect. She explains it perfectly. Just follow directions and take your time and then get ready. It’s like winning the lottery. When friends and family start finding out your making a quilt they all want something.
Thank you Robert for posting this beginners quilt. After watching her video I can now finish the House quilting class that I took with Melanie a while ago. My heart breaks after watching it but I thank Melanie and I love her.
These videos are brilliant! Thank you for making and uploading them. I think it's quite hard to find very simple basic information that gives one an idea of what steps quilting entails, without having to watch hour-long videos, or buy a book and kind of fumble your way through. I'm going to use your videos to make a quilt for my baby girl due later in the year. Thanks to you I know it's a realistic goal. :D
Thanks to you and your videos I've made a cot blanket for my grandson who is due in December. I'm some happy. You made it look so easy. The instructions were clear. I really can't express how happy and proud I am of what I've made. I wish I could show you. Thank you so much for your helpful videos. You are amazing.... I've had to edit this video, I didn't know she passed away. It's so sad. She truly is an angel
your videos were by far some of the clearest and most concise quilting instructionals on youtube. the pace was also very beginner friendly. i had two mini quilt tops stashed away for years that i was too afraid to finish, but your tutorials made it possible to finish them with confidence. it means a lot. i am proud to have finished my projects and grateful for the teaching. thank you!!!
My first ever attempt at quilt making - absolutely delighted with the result. Haven’t touched a sewing machine since school, which is a very very long time ago and really didn’t believe I could do it but this series was so easy to follow and made it feel possible. It is so satisfying and totally absorbing. Can’t wait to try my next one.
Thank you for making these videos. I finished my first quilt yesterday . I did it all by hand since I do not yet have a sewing machine. I enjoyed making it and best of all, my baby toy poodle loves it... I made it for him. Quilting looked so complicated before I came across your videos. You're a great teacher. Thank you again.
Thank you so much for this series. I’m a nurse and my mother had sent me tons of fabric to make face masks out of at the beginning of the pandemic, but our hospital switched over to only allowing surgical masks shortly after. As a “thank you” to my mom for sending me the fabric, I made her this quilt. Now I’m pretty sure I have a new hobby!
Ive made several quilts now and I always come back to this video for the binding . I’m always recommending this video to people starting out quilting too
Hi there, thank you so much for the brilliant way you have explained quilting. I have never quilted before and after watching your 5 part beginners guide I have just completed a quilt/playmat for my friends new granddaughter. It's not absolutely precision perfect but it's beautiful. Thank you
Ive been sewing for years but this was my first baby quilt , a gift for my niece! Your instruction was so easy to follow, simple and straight forward. The rotary cutter, pad and rulers made it simple to cut. I used my regular foot and sorry I didnt wait for the walker foot to arrive from Amazon. The next one will be better...sorry niece! Thank you Melanie!
Thank you for these step by step beginnings lessons. I have just finished my first quilt for my 2 week old grand daughter. May God bless you as you share your knowledge with all of us throughout the world. Xx
I want to start quilting and wanted to see how to do it before I start. Videos you share are a great help and isn’t as frightening as I thought it would be. Thank you,I’m sure I will be watching these several more times
I'm on this step for my first quilt, and I just wanted to thank you for posting these beginner quilt videos. I've already directed friends to your channel, and I definitely will peruse your other tutorials!
Hey Melanie. When I made my niece a quilt (and messed up), my other niece asked for one. It turned out beautiful. Then my mom, auntie, and sister asked for ones. I eventually remade a proper quilt for my first niece. It ended up being 2 months of sewing, but I’m happy. Bless you, and bless your family. Thank you forever.
Thank you so much for this series of videos. I’m finishing up my binding today and I’m really excited about my first quilt. Thinking about you and your family during your recovery. Best wishes.
This is the best series on UA-cam on this topic. I made two quilted table runners and a small quilt. I don't think I will make anything else because it was pretty time consuming (and the table runner I made with half square triangles, or HSTs, took a lot of planning), but I do like what I was able to create. Following this series helped me get better at sewing, and now I appreciate quilts even more. However, in the future, I think I will just buy other people's finished work, like I've done in the past. Honestly, it turns out to be cheaper.
You rock! I have watched your videos for making my first quilt and find you very easy to follow. I am now working on my 2nd quilt and I am hooked! You're a great teacher, thank you!!
Just finished making my quilt using your tutorial. It turned out beautifully and I've never made a quilt before. Thank you Melanie for a fabulous tutorial !
My husband just bought me a better sewing machine so I can start making quilts, I am so happy I stumbled across your videos! I have never learned so much from videos! I cannot wait to start quilting with my new machine!!
Thank you for these videos. I have only made one quilt before with my aunt who is a professional. Now I can make a quilt for my friend new baby sister! I made it a bit smaller with a border and it's so cute.
My Aunt taught quilting at the University of New Hampshire in the 70's...way before Melanie Ham was born!! She would be so thrilled to know that not only does the tradition continue, but new teachers have even more tips and tricks to make beautiful quilts. Thanks, Melanie, for keeping the tradition alive!!
Just wanted to thank you. I have been sitting here looking at every video I can get my hands on trying to close up the binding on the perimeter of my first quilt. Everyone is showing me how to do it at an angle and I e ripped out so much stitching that my poor binding is really jacked up now. Your way way so much easier and it worked! Thank you for saving my binding!
I am 59 and just started to learning sewing and quilting made two small quilts from watching other videos they didn’t turn out so great now working on one with these videos and it is not perfect but so much better than others making for my dogs and they don’t mind my little mistakes I am getting better as a go thank you love the instructions
Just watched out of interest, had to binge all 5! So I never sewed and today because of you I am waiting my new Brother CS10S machine to arrive, I am starting to quilt. Thank you for making it look so easy and explain every step. By the way I am a 60 year old guy! Exciting.
Hey Melanie! Thank you so much for your videos. I just recently got into sewing because I originally wanted to make my own clothing for medieval festivals. (Hand sewing was the main idea. But why start with something that difficult?) So, I thought: let's start with something easy. That's how I stumbled upon your channel. I bought some fabric (oh, and a sewing machine) and just started working on it. Your explanations were so thorough that even I was able to follow and create something I'm very proud of. I'm almost done with my quilt. I sewed on the binding today. It's gonna get really interesting tomorrow when I finish it, because while the top fabric is cotton.. I went for fleece for the bottom part. And I'm afraid that's gonna be a pain. Anyway. My family already loved the result so far and it seems I'll make a couple more for them in the future. Thank you so much for your videos! They're highly inspiring! Please keep it up, Jessie
I just finished (everything but hand-stitching the binding) my second baby onesie quilt following sweet Melanie's videos. I was almost finished with my first one when her obituary came up on my UA-cam home page. I was heartbroken. I so appreciate her legacy and her beautiful way of teaching. I envision her quilting or crocheting in Heaven🤗💝
I’ve followed your amazing tutorial and have made my daughter a beautiful quilt! I am obsessed. Thank you so much for such an awesome tutorial. I’m off to check out some more tutorials in you channel!
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I want to thank you SO VERY MUCH for helping me start and finish my first quilt!! Your so very easy to follow along with and there are so many quilts in my future because of you. ❤😊 8:50am Sunday 11/26/2023 (note: I started my first Granddaughter’s quilt on 11/22/2023) YOU ROCK SISTER!!
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😮I just realized that Melanie is no longer with us. 😢 I am devastated by this news…
I think it was genius to break the video up in multiple parts. It makes it so much more doable and less daunting. You also have great stopping points incase someone has to walk away from the project for a day or two! Ty for splitting it up this way I've tried to learn this from instruction books but this way makes it seem so much easier.
I agree with the previous comment! Very clear and concise tutorials. I too have made my first, very successful quilt. Making a second as a present now. Thank you.
Your binding amazed me! I've never made a quilt and was interested in seeing it done and if I thought I'd attempt it. Not sure I will, but these 5 videos are SO interesting and so full of great, easy to follow instructions. The binding blew me away though. So clever! So slick! Thank you, Melanie. Great tutorial!
I'm almost done with my first quilt because of this series! I didn't even finish a quilt when I took a quilting class several years ago. I feel so accomplished!
Melanie, I want to thank you so so much for making my first quilt a reality. I have been wanting to quilt for years and COVID 19 afforded me the time to undertake this project. I am over 70, consequently, I approached it with a little trepidation. You are an excellent teacher and so intuitive!! I just finished my second quilt and must say that I watched and rewatched your great videos over and over until I was able to successfully complete each step. I am so proud of myself!! As an aside. I listened to other videos and found your voice to be the most encouraging and affirming.
Every time I use this quilt pattern (5 times now), I pray for Melanie’s family, Thank you for leaving her sweet face, voice, and instructions for others to enjoy!
I know Melanie is no longer with us, but I’m making my first quilting project in the UK and these videos have been so very helpful. I hope her family is proud of her legacy helping so many people across the globe, even after she has passed
what happened to her?
I had no idea. How terribly sad.
@@Wigglewobble1 i just googled it and she had cancer
awww sorry to hear of her passing.. I love this first quilting tutorial... :(
I just discovered Melanie. I’m so thankful for her quilting videos. I wanted to write and thank her. She has a gift for teaching. I love her. I am so troubled that she passed away. Life is not fair. She is my hero.
I just finished my first quilt (Halloween themed) and it only took 7 days from start to finish. I literally had zero quilting knowledge before this video and hadn’t used a sewing machine in 10+ years. This tutorial can teach anyone to make a beautiful quilt. I’m so impressed with this series and myself. If you’re interested in quilting I 100% recommend.
Yes, I absolutely agree!
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Agreed!! she’s so helpful
HALEY: You've just inspired me to make my first Halloween quilt. Thank you.
Hi. Do you have a picture you can share of your Halloween quilt?
Thanks!
Still referring to Melanie's excellent videos when I quilt - her legacy continues on and I am so appreciative the content remains. Blessings to her family!
3 quilts in and I'm still using these videos to brush up on things - only found Melanie after she got sick again and just now seeing that she passed while I'm working on my one year old daughter's first quilt. Rest in Peace Melanie, thank you for helping me create beautiful heirlooms for my family. I hope your family is well and finding some peace for themselves
I am so grateful for the concise manner and patient demeaner that Melanie uses to teach, that I had to leave a message, that is when I learned that she is no longer with us on this earth. She surely has made a difference in the world - what an impact. RIP Melanie, and thank you for sharing your gifts! My deepest condolence to her family. Her legacy lives on in so many ways!
The quilt my mom made for me when I was a very little kid is still one of my most cherished possessions over 30 years later. I just finished sewing the binding on my first quilt, which will be a gift for her. I hope Melanie’s family finds some comfort knowing what a legacy she’s left with these videos.
I stumbled across these lovely videos while trying to prep myself to make a small quilt from my daughter's baby clothes. I grew up sewing with my aunt and have the best childhood memories of making crafts with her and my mom. My aunt planned on professionally quilting the clothes herself but ended up passing last October from heart problems and my mom passed in June from cancer. I'm so thankful for these videos so I'm able to carry out my wishes with Melanie's wonderful instructions and feel like I'm honoring my aunt as well. Thank you to her family for leaving them available. ❤️
Thank you for making this so easy! I just finished my first quilt and it turned out beautifully. It has 99 squares (9x11) so I plan on giving it to my grandmother for her 99th birthday in November. I know that she'll love it.
Maura McDonough wow that is perfect she’s going to love it!
I always love Melanie’s help. Her love lives on! ❤
I can't believe Melanie has passed. I am heartbroken. Such a beautiful person. I would not have made 2 quilts for my 2 sons if it weren't for her amazing instruction and I will be forever grateful. She will live forever through what she gave to her students. Peace be with you, Robert, and sons... sharing your grief...
I just binged all five videos. Very informative. I have always wanted to learn to quilt. Have been intimidated always. Now I wish I had learned years ago after watching your videos. I have a whole closet full of fabric and hope to use a lot to make several quilts. The one trick I loved was how you showed how to end the hand stitching of the binding. Have never seen that before. Brilliant! Thanks for all your videos.
I love these videos. I can’t tell you the number of times I’ve gone back to watch over again. I’m only on my 3rd quilt and Melanie explains things so easily.
I'm jealous of ur closet
Me too!
Lynda, I did as well. Some of it was like " Oh! That is how you do that!" And then some was like, " That is so simple!" I am raring to try my hand at this now :)
Thank you so much to Melanie's family. I made my first quilt in 1993 with the exception that I didnt know how to bind it. Your video series has just allowed me to know how to finish a quilt that is 30 years old in the making! Thank you so much. 🤩
I just completed my first quilt! Thank you Melanie for the beginner's quilting series. You have been such a blessing and I dedicate this quilt to you in your memory. ❤
What a talented lady! Sad to hear she is no longer with us, I am attempting my first patchwork quilt with my son’s old clothing and am truly grateful for Melanie’s teaching skills thank you xx
I did it! I finished my first quilt, and omg it’s so beautiful. Thank you for posting these vids, they’re SO SO HELPFUL!!!🙏🏾
I just watched all 5 tutorials. You do a very detailed presentation. Both of my parents passed away within 12 days of each other in December. Dad was 96 and Mother was 95. My dad had over 100 dress shirts that I will be using to make some throws and pillows. I will also sew the pockets and button flaps in random places on the throws and pillows. I made a Dalia quilt several years ago, but was looking for something very basic and simple for these throws and pillows. The patchwork quilt is perfect and quick for what I am wanting to make. Thank you for your very thorough tutorials...you have definitely gotten me in the sewing mood!
I am almost done with my first quilt and I am so happy to watch and listen to Melanie you are a blessing and I thank your family for continuing your tutorials. 💜 Your voice and words have gave me confidence to make this quilt.. Rip. 😇
I just discovered this video series being a new quilter. These videos have helped me to sort through where to start my quilting experience. Melanie has simplified the process so that it is approachable for new quilters like me. It is an absolute shame that cancer has claimed this woman. It is a loss for her family as well as the sewing community. 😢
I used these videos to make a baby quilt for my new grandson. I hadn't sewn anything in 20 years and had never quilted. The videos were incredibly helpful and the quilt turned out great! Thank you!!
Loved this series! You helped me make my first quilt. You have me the confidence to try quilting. I am now addicted!
That is so awesome!
Hi Melanie, I loved all your videos. I'm a newbie to quilting. Saw a group last week and got inspired to quilt because I have bags of fabric leftover when making mask and didn't know what to do with. Their work was amazing! The instructor had me cut out nine 3 inch squares to make a pot holder and sew by hand. It was the most difficult thing for me to do. I knew there was a meaning to her madness. Lol. I did learn something. I've been sewing for years on a sewing machine. All of your videos are "EXCELLENT". You made my journey so much easier and answered all my questions. Now I'm excited again. Thank you!
Thank you for your "easy to follow" videos. With the coronavirus, I have time to work on my first of hopefully many quilts. I want to make special ones for my grandchildren and give to others who need to be encouraged during these days. Again, thank you.
Robin Fields Thank You for the great easy to follow binding video! I will definitely watch all of your videos! I just found you today so well done,easy to see each step great tips!
I was referred to you for your amazing videos. Love your videos because you dont do alot of rambling on. Sime videos I swear people just like to hear themselves talk. Yours gives out the information with visual instructions. Just dont know how appreciated that is instead of rambling on about other things not needed. Some other video makers should watch your videos. They are awesome. I especially appreciate that when allotted a short time to watch. I was stressing about trying quilting but with your video so simplified for beginners like myself,I am so excited to do a larger one. The first one I made from your videos I embroidered it in the 1 corner Covid19 Quarantine 5/2020. Because I made face mask at no charge for everyone and gave to nursing homes and the Homeless. So this quilt I had to make it a remembered piece. I used left over scraps from the mask I made. Thanks also for the link for supplies I used your Amazon store. Thanks for making it so easy to get the things I didn't have. God Bless 🙂✌ Your a blessing for beginner sewers.
Hello. I am new in the world of quilting. I am so happy to see your fun carefully instructed tutorials. Thankyou. I am nervouse about it, but excited too.
After watching Melanie's excellent videos, I have just made my first ever quilt, for my first granddaughter (due very soon). Clear, easy to follow instructions, no pressure to get it perfect, enjoyable to follow and I am so pleased with the result. Thank you Melanie
I love your video. As a child I watched my grandmother make quilts the old fashioned way. The “bastónes” hung from the ceiling and would be lowered. The quilt was wrapped around them and she would sit and see the layers together. This modern way is so much easier, but I have so many sweet memories. Sooooo I’m making a quilt. Thank you. You are an awesome teacher. I can say that because I’m a retired teacher.
Thank you for taking time to show your special techniques. I'm impressed how lovely the quilt came out, you are creative. I have not sewed a quilt in years and was an excellent refresher course. Thank you so much for sharing your video and look forward to watching your other videos. All the best to you.
very instructive! thank you for spending the extra time going over details even more than once.
I miss Melanie so much! Her perkiness was so contagious. She was a fantastic teacher & cheerleader? I'm sending prayers to her family & friends. I know she was like a light in your world as well as mine. I appreciated her passion for her crafts. God Bless!! ❤️❤️❤️
I’ve just finished my quilt! This will be my 6th one, and each time I have followed different peoples tips and guidance. Your videos are by far the most informative and have given the best results! I can’t wait to start another quilt! 😀 Thank you
Melanie THANK YOU SO MUCH. I dont have words to express how much you have helped. Its like having you in my home guiding me at every step. Thank you xxx
Just finished my very 1st quilt after watching and following your tutorials. So easy to understand and explained in a simplified manner making it far less daunting. Can't wait to give the quilt to my little miss for her birthday and have planned to make many many more for her to treasure 💗💗
Just finished watching all 5 videos. I am inspired! I want to mak an embroidered quilt for each of my Grandchildren. Thanks again.
Ah! I loved this series. My mom just bought me a new sewing machine for Christmas and I think I'm going to make my first quilt for her birthday in May. My great grandmother taught me to hand sew when I was six, my grandmother has worked in a sewing studio her whole life and my mom sews as a hobby so I'm excited to take up something that seems to be in my blood!
Sounds amazing!
Just wanted to say THANK YOU! You've introduced me to quilting! I'm hooked!! I made 4 of these quilts this Christmas season! I gave them as gifts. This tutorial was great!!
I did it!! I followed all the steps and finished my very first quilt today! I machine bound my quilt (using Melanie’s tutorial on it)
I’m so thrilled! I’m quarantining with my dad and he’s so proud.
Thank you for these videos!!💐🌸💖
My 9 year old daughter and I decided to learn how to sew in March when everything shut down. She wanted to make a quilt, and we’ve followed your videos step by step. She just finished her doll quilt today and she is so proud! Thank you for the great videos!
Your an excellent teacher! I’m a vision learner and had such a hard time simply understanding just the basics of quilting......THANK YOU! I finally get it! Blessings!
I still reference back to Melanie's videos every time I have a sewing project. Thank you for being a wonderful teacher. You are missed
Just stumbled on the videos today. She is so clear in her illustrations. I have learned so much. Thank you so much.
I'm sad that she has passed on. Her sweet spirit will live on forever.
I feel like after watching this tutorial series I wouldn’t even necessarily need to reference it again because everything was so straightforward and well explained! Amazing job 😃
Ok started watching this 2 weeks ago. Went step by step. Did exactly what she said to do, and low and behold I made a dang quilt. I cannot believe it. The videos are perfect. She explains it perfectly. Just follow directions and take your time and then get ready. It’s like winning the lottery. When friends and family start finding out your making a quilt they all want something.
Rest In Quilting and Creative Power! Thank you Melanie made my first quilt for my daughter off to college and couldn’t be done with out you
Thank you Robert for posting this beginners quilt. After watching her video I can now finish the House quilting class that I took with Melanie a while ago. My heart breaks after watching it but I thank Melanie and I love her.
These videos are brilliant! Thank you for making and uploading them. I think it's quite hard to find very simple basic information that gives one an idea of what steps quilting entails, without having to watch hour-long videos, or buy a book and kind of fumble your way through. I'm going to use your videos to make a quilt for my baby girl due later in the year. Thanks to you I know it's a realistic goal. :D
Thanks to you and your videos I've made a cot blanket for my grandson who is due in December. I'm some happy. You made it look so easy. The instructions were clear. I really can't express how happy and proud I am of what I've made. I wish I could show you. Thank you so much for your helpful videos. You are amazing....
I've had to edit this video, I didn't know she passed away. It's so sad.
She truly is an angel
your videos were by far some of the clearest and most concise quilting instructionals on youtube. the pace was also very beginner friendly. i had two mini quilt tops stashed away for years that i was too afraid to finish, but your tutorials made it possible to finish them with confidence. it means a lot. i am proud to have finished my projects and grateful for the teaching. thank you!!!
I never thought I would try quilting but after your informative videos I will attempt it. Thank you so much.
Loved this! My daughter and I spent real quality time together making a quilt. So much fun!! Thank you for the step by step beginner tutorials 💕
My first ever attempt at quilt making - absolutely delighted with the result. Haven’t touched a sewing machine since school, which is a very very long time ago and really didn’t believe I could do it but this series was so easy to follow and made it feel possible. It is so satisfying and totally absorbing. Can’t wait to try my next one.
Thank you for making these videos. I finished my first quilt yesterday . I did it all by hand since I do not yet have a sewing machine. I enjoyed making it and best of all, my baby toy poodle loves it... I made it for him. Quilting looked so complicated before I came across your videos. You're a great teacher. Thank you again.
Thank you so much for this series. I’m a nurse and my mother had sent me tons of fabric to make face masks out of at the beginning of the pandemic, but our hospital switched over to only allowing surgical masks shortly after. As a “thank you” to my mom for sending me the fabric, I made her this quilt. Now I’m pretty sure I have a new hobby!
The most detailed binding video I’ve seen. Very helpful
Ive made several quilts now and I always come back to this video for the binding . I’m always recommending this video to people starting out quilting too
Hi there, thank you so much for the brilliant way you have explained quilting. I have never quilted before and after watching your 5 part beginners guide I have just completed a quilt/playmat for my friends new granddaughter.
It's not absolutely precision perfect but it's beautiful.
Thank you
Ive been sewing for years but this was my first baby quilt , a gift for my niece! Your instruction was so easy to follow, simple and straight forward. The rotary cutter, pad and rulers made it simple to cut. I used my regular foot and sorry I didnt wait for the walker foot to arrive from Amazon. The next one will be better...sorry niece! Thank you Melanie!
Thank you, Melanie. Your kind and generous encouragement helped me to just dive in and try to make my first quilt. ❤
Thank you for these step by step beginnings lessons. I have just finished my first quilt for my 2 week old grand daughter. May God bless you as you share your knowledge with all of us throughout the world. Xx
I want to start quilting and wanted to see how to do it before I start. Videos you share are a great help and isn’t as frightening as I thought it would be. Thank you,I’m sure I will be watching these several more times
Watching Melanie’s videos again for the binding how to do the corners etc… finishing my sixth quilt (t-shirt quilt) learned everything from Melanie.
I'm on this step for my first quilt, and I just wanted to thank you for posting these beginner quilt videos. I've already directed friends to your channel, and I definitely will peruse your other tutorials!
I am so grateful for this little series..you're .such a great teacher-easy to follow and very clear, thank you.
Hey Melanie. When I made my niece a quilt (and messed up), my other niece asked for one. It turned out beautiful. Then my mom, auntie, and sister asked for ones. I eventually remade a proper quilt for my first niece. It ended up being 2 months of sewing, but I’m happy. Bless you, and bless your family. Thank you forever.
Thank you so much for this series of videos. I’m finishing up my binding today and I’m really excited about my first quilt. Thinking about you and your family during your recovery. Best wishes.
Thanks for this whole series :) My first quilt and touching the sewing machine for the first time in 25 years! It was a breeze, thank you!
This is the best series on UA-cam on this topic. I made two quilted table runners and a small quilt. I don't think I will make anything else because it was pretty time consuming (and the table runner I made with half square triangles, or HSTs, took a lot of planning), but I do like what I was able to create. Following this series helped me get better at sewing, and now I appreciate quilts even more. However, in the future, I think I will just buy other people's finished work, like I've done in the past. Honestly, it turns out to be cheaper.
just started watching your tutorials and wanted to tell you that the way you explain everything is beautiful! :)
You rock! I have watched your videos for making my first quilt and find you very easy to follow. I am now working on my 2nd quilt and I am hooked! You're a great teacher, thank you!!
Just finished making my quilt using your tutorial. It turned out beautifully and I've never made a quilt before. Thank you Melanie for a fabulous tutorial !
These 5 part series on quilting was very helpful. Thank you.
My husband just bought me a better sewing machine so I can start making quilts, I am so happy I stumbled across your videos! I have never learned so much from videos! I cannot wait to start quilting with my new machine!!
Made my second quilt like this! Her guidance is like no other, she is a special soul, I miss her
Thank you for these videos. I have only made one quilt before with my aunt who is a professional. Now I can make a quilt for my friend new baby sister! I made it a bit smaller with a border and it's so cute.
My Aunt taught quilting at the University of New Hampshire in the 70's...way before Melanie Ham was born!! She would be so thrilled to know that not only does the tradition continue, but new teachers have even more tips and tricks to make beautiful quilts. Thanks, Melanie, for keeping the tradition alive!!
Just wanted to thank you. I have been sitting here looking at every video I can get my hands on trying to close up the binding on the perimeter of my first quilt. Everyone is showing me how to do it at an angle and I e ripped out so much stitching that my poor binding is really jacked up now. Your way way so much easier and it worked! Thank you for saving my binding!
I've watched all 5 and now I'm ready for Quilting. Great tutorials I love them.
Wonderfully easy-to-follow instructions. Thanks for your patience and for dumbing it down for us beginners.
This tutorial was very educational and helpful. I will be helping myself and granddaughter make our first quilt. Thanks alot
I am 59 and just started to learning sewing and quilting made two small quilts from watching other videos they didn’t turn out so great now working on one with these videos and it is not perfect but so much better than others making for my dogs and they don’t mind my little mistakes I am getting better as a go thank you love the instructions
Just watched out of interest, had to binge all 5! So I never sewed and today because of you I am waiting my new Brother CS10S machine to arrive, I am starting to quilt. Thank you for making it look so easy and explain every step. By the way I am a 60 year old guy! Exciting.
Hey Melanie!
Thank you so much for your videos.
I just recently got into sewing because I originally wanted to make my own clothing for medieval festivals.
(Hand sewing was the main idea. But why start with something that difficult?)
So, I thought: let's start with something easy.
That's how I stumbled upon your channel.
I bought some fabric (oh, and a sewing machine) and just started working on it.
Your explanations were so thorough that even I was able to follow and create something I'm very proud of.
I'm almost done with my quilt. I sewed on the binding today.
It's gonna get really interesting tomorrow when I finish it, because while the top fabric is cotton.. I went for fleece for the bottom part.
And I'm afraid that's gonna be a pain.
Anyway. My family already loved the result so far and it seems I'll make a couple more for them in the future.
Thank you so much for your videos! They're highly inspiring!
Please keep it up,
Jessie
Omg I watched this whole series twice…it’s the best tutorial out there! Great refresher course for me ❤
I just finished (everything but hand-stitching the binding) my second baby onesie quilt following sweet Melanie's videos. I was almost finished with my first one when her obituary came up on my UA-cam home page. I was heartbroken. I so appreciate her legacy and her beautiful way of teaching. I envision her quilting or crocheting in Heaven🤗💝
I’ve followed your amazing tutorial and have made my daughter a beautiful quilt! I am obsessed. Thank you so much for such an awesome tutorial. I’m off to check out some more tutorials in you channel!
I want to thank you SO VERY MUCH for helping me start and finish my first quilt!! Your so very easy to follow along with and there are so many quilts in my future because of you. ❤😊 8:50am Sunday 11/26/2023 (note: I started my first Granddaughter’s quilt on 11/22/2023) YOU ROCK SISTER!!
😮I just realized that Melanie is no longer with us. 😢 I am devastated by this news…
You make it look so easy. You gave me the courage to try and succeed!! Thanks
Melanie I’ve just finished my first quilt! It’s not perfect, but I thoroughly enjoyed following your tutorials.
Thank you x
I think it was genius to break the video up in multiple parts. It makes it so much more doable and less daunting. You also have great stopping points incase someone has to walk away from the project for a day or two! Ty for splitting it up this way I've tried to learn this from instruction books but this way makes it seem so much easier.
I agree with the previous comment! Very clear and concise tutorials. I too have made my first, very successful quilt. Making a second as a present now.
Thank you.
Your binding amazed me! I've never made a quilt and was interested in seeing it done and if I thought I'd attempt it. Not sure I will, but these 5 videos are SO interesting and so full of great, easy to follow instructions. The binding blew me away though. So clever! So slick! Thank you, Melanie. Great tutorial!
Thank you so much for this handy series! I just started my first quilt for my baby girl as a play-mat and used your videos to help me get started!
Love your videos , have been wanting to make a quilt for years and now following you I have one started 😀
Best series on quilting ever! I’m hooked ... thank you Melanie x
Finished my first quilt with your help. Thanks
So glad I found your UA-cam channel I learned so much from your tutorials thank you so much.
Thank you so much for these!! Just finished my first quilt as a gift for my little nieces! This made it so easy!!!!
I'm almost done with my first quilt because of this series! I didn't even finish a quilt when I took a quilting class several years ago. I feel so accomplished!
Melanie, I want to thank you so so much for making my first quilt a reality. I have been wanting to quilt for years and COVID 19 afforded me the time to undertake this project. I am over 70, consequently, I approached it with a little trepidation. You are an excellent teacher and so intuitive!! I just finished my second quilt and must say that I watched and rewatched your great videos over and over until I was able to successfully complete each step. I am so proud of myself!! As an aside. I listened to other videos and found your voice to be the most encouraging and affirming.