Am I the only one that feels as tho I'm just slightly addicted to Jordan Fabric tutorials so much so that I find myself checking daily to see if there is a new one... she has such great techniques and a very pleasant voice to listen too love watching them!!
YES! Informative content, great ideas, excellent photography, and good explanations as to why and how. Her diction is impeccable - no annoying “ums,” “tsks,” or wasted words.
I read the comments about waste. Waste is in the eye of the beholder. I save my scraps, divide them into sizes (placed into zip lock bags) and have made some really crazy and whacky quilts, and sometimes they have been used to save the day. Unless you are sewing charms beside one another and making one plain square quilt, there will always be some waste, and again what one determines is waste is in the eye of the beholder. I see this as a new and unique application for my quilting. The possibilities for this is only limited by your imagination. Lastly, this is the reason there are so many patterns, just like a gazillion style of shoes. They don't always hit someone's hot button.
I took all my scraps too and cut them into usable pieces and placed them into containers so that I could go to them as needed, some as small as 1 1/2” squares and even made a postage stamp quilt out of them. My waste has to be smaller than 1 1/2” for me to toss, I’m not into crumb quilting so I don’t save pieces for that.
Not only do you construct beautiful quilts with genuine love and joy but you share other designers work giving them complete attention and mention. Donna I just love all that you do, all your attention to detail, and your gentle guiding voice. You are truly a master! Thank you for sharing your gift!!
Hi from Australia. I have been watching this gifted teacher for a very long time and every demo is beautiful, precise and professionally delivered. Thankyou Donna for holding our hand and doing it all for us. BRAVA !!!
Hi from Florida! I am a big fan. Fairly new to quilting. I’ve been following you for about a couple of years. Love your videos! You are a wonderful teacher.please keep doing what your doing😃👍 BTW, love your natural hair! I started 14 months ago too!
This has real paper piecing vibes - as an aside, I thought all quilting was done with scrap material and bits of paper. I thought all those 'American' style quilts were really advanced paper geometry! Then, after finally finishing a double quilt I have been making with small rectangle notelets as a template, a quilt I have been doing on and off for more than twenty years (!), I watched Donna wizz up a quilt in a matter of hours! Seriously! My second quilt, with Donna as my on line Quilting 'Auntie', took me a weekend - although the hand quilting is taking some time. So, thank you Donna for being a truely great teacher, Claire, England. xx
I didn't think I was interested in this pattern, but it's Donna and she is always worth a watch. Part way through I thought - well this one isn't going to get done - and then suddenly, whoa, I like this, you could have fun with this. Loving the bright colours but you can go anywhere with the colour choice on this . Love it. Thank you.
Totally agree! I don’t think this is one I will pass on. I love all the rest of her designs and she makes everything look so easy! Donna has and I for colors I never could put some colors together if I didn’t see them made up by Donna! She is amazing and I loved every item I have purchased. Matt is also amazing. Bought lots of runner precuts and other precuts. All items are perfectly cut and go to get her quickly. Thanks Donna.
It is a great technique for a small challenging project and beautiful color combination and result. I wouldn't mind wasting a bit in comparison to the awesome result. Thank you
I have made a lot of Dresden plates and I have a tip. To make sure your wedge is ironed symmetrically to can use a piece of cardboard with a diagonal line drawn on it. You place it inside the corner you are ironing and have the line on the cardboard line up with seam on the back of the blade. This assures that all of your blades are the same.
I initially thought the starbursts were English paper piecing. What a clever technique. Your quilting really enhanced the starbursts. Another great video thank you.
I am sort of laughing because I find myself thinking: Oh, let’s make that (because she makes it look quick and easy - good teacher that she is) SO technically I am not relaxing but mentally adding to my Let’s Sew That list.
This is a really magical pattern. As the tutorial unfolded it was like an ah-ha moment. Donna your Master Video Maker is superb really. He gets his camera exactly right to the spot so that we can see exactly “how to”. Thank you for all your time and effort and skill in teaching all the quilting methods.
Thanks for sharing the technique. I have made another me and my sister design and it was fun and easy. For the people commenting on wasting fabric... find a different pattern that you feel is worthy. We are so lucky to have many different patterns and ideas for different people's tastes. Thanks Donna for sharing!
Very cute pattern and cheerful fabrics! Made a beautiful runner. You explain things so wonderfully! Great that they include the template. I like to use "True Grips" on my rulers or templates that don't already have the surface to hold fabric from slipping. Thanks! Cheers from🇨🇦🍁
Hi, from Quebec, You are an inspiring teacher.. you work so beautifully, it is a true pleasure to watch.. thank you for taking time to show us what beautiful things that can be done.. wow. I am a beginner and I have lot to learn.. many many thanks
I got this pattern ordered today, the end....yes the end until after September. Swore I wasn't buying any more until after my daughter's destination wedding. But HAD to have this. I'll make the bride and groom a tablerunner to ease my guilt.
I've watched this video several times and what comes to mind is before you put the starburst on the blocks, sew the blocks together first. Next pin or use a glue stick to put the starburst on the blocks. Make your quilt sandwich and NOW stitch the starburst on the blocks, stitch between the blocks, trim and bind.
I love your teaching technique! You break everything down so I believe that can do it also. Even your voice is soothing to listen to. I have made a couple Dresden plate runners and it never occurred to me to quilt them like you did, absolutely brilliant! Please keep your tutorials coming. Blessings from MN.
What would my mornings be without coffee and Donna! Your videos are just what I like to watch and listen to while I'm having my morning coffee and trying to wake up! I love watching you sew all those seams, and I especially love watching you cut all that fabric for those beautiful quilts that you make! Your quilts always come out looking so beautiful! Thank you for the tip about putting a weight over my ruler when I do my cutting! That's one of the best tips I've learned from you! And "finger pressing" my seams! I've learned so much from you! Thanks, Donna and Matt, and please keep the videos coming! (Hearts to you both!)
I had been skipping this video because I don’t like appliqué patterns… but, I finally watched it today. This is a game changer! I might be willing to try more appliqué patterns going forward!
So beautiful. Made think of Shakespeare - '“If you see a fairy ring - In a field of grass, - Very lightly step around, - Tiptoe as you pass; - Last night fairies frolicked there, - And they’re sleeping somewhere near.” l see many international comments. Would be fun to know how many countries are represented. Also see several requests for more in-depth explanation for off-setting backing when machine quilting. Love from the Ozarks.
Absolutely! You could even sew the scraps together as you would in a crazy quilt block. You can precut some of the shapes, and/or add other scraps to some of the leftovers from this block; when all sewn together, square up to get perfect blocks. I would use a contrasting fabric to make sashing between the blocks (black, red, or your favorite) to make the blocks pop! Sewing blocks like this is very freeing & fun! ❤
Like many others, I'm bothered by the sheer waste from this very attractive pattern. I'd draw it out on paper, cut it, then use the bits to draft patterns to cut so there'd be no waste. I have a dresden template so I'd get the angles correct without difficulty. I do enjoy your videos! You're so pleasant and calm and your camera angles make clips that are clear and helpful. Thanks!
I am new to the quick piece method. Why not cut your own sqares rather than cut down the 5 inches blocks? So much waste. Sure one can sew the itty bitty scraps together, but life is too short. Donna is the best quilting instrucor. She’s precise, articulate, fast, and fun to watch. Wish I lived close enough to visit the shop. I’d probably disappear until the rescue dogs found me!
Not only the waste- the amount of work! Instructions are great as usual, just not for me. So small, it would take so long to do anything other than a runner or doilies (spelling 🤷) neither are my cup of tea. Again without watching this video it would be tougher.
I use the leftover scraps, along with scraps from my stash, to make crazy quilt blocks. In a quilt I just completed, i added red prints and red solids to create a red theme which tied all the blocks together. I then sashed them with a bright Christmas red solid; the quilt is stunning; it's one of my favorite quilts. Who knew!!! Also, once you have pieced enough scraps together, you can then cut out any shape you want, squares, triangles, dresden plates, parallelograms, star points, etc. In my quilt, the unifying factor in all the blocks is red. It works, and the crazy blocks are fun and very liberating to make ❤
The other thing you could do would be to combine the scraps into blocks and replace some of your backing fabric. If there are enough scraps it could make your table runner reversible.
The blocks for 4 patch seem to be 3" sq. The wedge at the bottom appears to be 4" across. Maybe this info helps you conserve fabric. She cuts so that picked edges are off each side, as well as cutting the smaller sq from charm size. Pieces trimmed off using the wedge template are large enough for some other purpose, not just as waste, too.
Every time I watch one of your tutorials, I learn something new. Today, I learned how to “straight edge echo” on the background quilting without actually marking on the quilt. Nice pattern and a great finished product. Thank you.
I saw the two sisters at Missouri Star Quilt Company a couple years ago. I’ve made two of these and they are so much fun. So cool to see you doing this one. I cut and sewed the four patches precisely so that the pieces you cut away (equals about 50%) are ready to do something else with. I use every bit of it. No waste! 😊
Great close-up video, very tight, thanks! If some don't want to deal with leftovers, consider making a pet pillow to donate to a rescue shelter. It's a great child's beginner sewing project, learning basic terminology, how to sew a line, turn corners, invert, fill and close off. Pillows can be used for soft bedding. At least it's something.
You are a great teacher Donna. This would be pretty intimidating but you explain everything so clearly. Your camera person is really really good too and that makes it so helpful! I can very clearly see what you are showing us. Thanks!!!
My thoughts exactly!! I've learned SO much being able to see up close and follow along with Donna's excellent instructions! What an amazing family operation!
I’m also from Texas and love to watch your creativeness! I love how you sat,”I’m not going to worry about it too much.” It truly makes me think that I could do this and not stress “too much.” Love you, Donna!
When I saw your fabric selection, I immediately thought of impressionist art-my favorite. Exquisite. Your white-on-white pattern added the leaves to the flowers! You are an excellent teacher, Donna-a natural. I’ve watched all your videos, a few more than once. Thank you for all you do. 💕
I read a book about somebody living in Vanuatu, and for the life of me I can’t remember what it’s about! I’m in New Hampshire USA. It’s 3:40 AM right now and I will be praying in a minute. Have a great day. I think it was the Book, Getting Stoned With Savages! 🤣
I don't get the commercials, thank goodness! Lovely quilt and lovely design. I was very interested in learning about twisting the backing fabric--hope this helps me with the quilting on my old machine as I always seem to end up with folds, even with a walking foot.
This one really speaks to me Donna and I am such a NEWBIE - LOL! It is saying "Christmas Presents" for all seasons. Loved the fabrics, the background you used - everything! Thank you so very much for showing how to quilt it on the machine too. So grateful for your time and patience!
This is a great tutorial. I bought the pattern with the ruler last week, before I came across this. I read through the other comments about the "waste" of fabric, but I figured out a way to make the block using 2 !/2" squares, because I plan to use my stash of fabric instead of buying charm packs.
Hi from Texas. Even if I can’t possibly take on another project I am thrilled to see a new video from Donna. She is always so upbeat and fun. Thank you for a few minutes to relax with no worries.
Such a beautiful runner! While it does seem extravagant with its consumption of fabric, there are always scraps in every quilt project. All it takes is a dab of creativity to determine how those bits will be turned into something new. Thank you, Jordan Fabrics, for another wonderful tutorial. I always learn something new. Your methodical approach has encouraged me to acquire new skills helpful for my hobby. With gratitude ~ Happy Quilting!
I agree - as sewists/quilters we need to think outside the box to consider how to reduce "waste". As someone else suggested, save unusable pieces for stuffing a pet bed. I donate them to the local humane society. (Missouri Star Quilt Company has a video tutorial on making a small version but you can adjust the size easily.)
@@d.s.friendly7616 Here is the "outside the box" way to make the quilt just as Donna did. The pattern calls for 3" squares. You could get 9 of these out of a 10" in layer cake and have only 1" inch of waste per layer cake.
Am I the only one that feels as tho I'm just slightly addicted to Jordan Fabric tutorials so much so that I find myself checking daily to see if there is a new one... she has such great techniques and a very pleasant voice to listen too love watching them!!
Yes. And usually no special tools or rulers... keeps to basic things everyone has
I love watching Donna and she explains things so well.
I’m addicted too. 😂😂
Just hit the “subscribe” button and you will get notices of new videos. They also put them on their email fabric sale notices.
YES! Informative content, great ideas, excellent photography, and good explanations as to why and how. Her diction is impeccable - no annoying “ums,” “tsks,” or wasted words.
You are the best teacher. I always learn something from you. Thank you!
You are not the only one addicted...she makes learning fun and interesting
I read the comments about waste. Waste is in the eye of the beholder. I save my scraps, divide them into sizes (placed into zip lock bags) and have made some really crazy and whacky quilts, and sometimes they have been used to save the day. Unless you are sewing charms beside one another and making one plain square quilt, there will always be some waste, and again what one determines is waste is in the eye of the beholder.
I see this as a new and unique application for my quilting. The possibilities for this is only limited by your imagination.
Lastly, this is the reason there are so many patterns, just like a gazillion style of shoes. They don't always hit someone's hot button.
I took all my scraps too and cut them into usable pieces and placed them into containers so that I could go to them as needed, some as small as 1 1/2” squares and even made a postage stamp quilt out of them. My waste has to be smaller than 1 1/2” for me to toss, I’m not into crumb quilting so I don’t save pieces for that.
Donna brings such joy into her quilting patterns. It doesn’t matter what she is making, she just injects smiles.
This is going to be my next project 🎉 love, love love it…..thank you 💜💜🇦🇺
Not only do you construct beautiful quilts with genuine love and joy but you share other designers work giving them complete attention and mention. Donna I just love all that you do, all your attention to detail, and your gentle guiding voice. You are truly a master! Thank you for sharing your gift!!
Hi from Australia. I have been watching this gifted teacher for a very long time and every demo is beautiful, precise and professionally delivered. Thankyou Donna for holding our hand and doing it all for us. BRAVA !!!
Hi from Florida! I am a big fan. Fairly new to quilting. I’ve been following you for about a couple of years. Love your videos! You are a wonderful teacher.please keep doing what your doing😃👍
BTW, love your natural hair! I started 14 months ago too!
This has real paper piecing vibes - as an aside, I thought all quilting was done with scrap material and bits of paper. I thought all those 'American' style quilts were really advanced paper geometry! Then, after finally finishing a double quilt I have been making with small rectangle notelets as a template, a quilt I have been doing on and off for more than twenty years (!), I watched Donna wizz up a quilt in a matter of hours! Seriously! My second quilt, with Donna as my on line Quilting 'Auntie', took me a weekend - although the hand quilting is taking some time.
So, thank you Donna for being a truely great teacher, Claire, England. xx
Donna, you are a great teacher. Thank you!
Always a joy to see Donna at work!!
I didn't think I was interested in this pattern, but it's Donna and she is always worth a watch. Part way through I thought - well this one isn't going to get done - and then suddenly, whoa, I like this, you could have fun with this. Loving the bright colours but you can go anywhere with the colour choice on this . Love it. Thank you.
Totally agree! I don’t think this is one I will pass on. I love all the rest of her designs and she makes everything look so easy! Donna has and I for colors I never could put some colors together if I didn’t see them made up by Donna! She is amazing and I loved every item I have purchased. Matt is also amazing. Bought lots of runner precuts and other precuts. All items are perfectly cut and go to get her quickly. Thanks Donna.
What an eye catcher!!! Can't wait to make it thank you Donna!!!!
The table runner is stunning.
Absolutely gorgeous. Labor intensive but worth it!👍🏻🥰❤️❤️❤️
You are so sweet! A real joy to watch you! Thank you is all I can give you but please know I so enjoy you and truly thank you!
It is a great technique for a small challenging project and beautiful color combination and result. I wouldn't mind wasting a bit in comparison to the awesome result. Thank you
I have made a lot of Dresden plates and I have a tip. To make sure your wedge is ironed symmetrically to can use a piece of cardboard with a diagonal line drawn on it. You place it inside the corner you are ironing and have the line on the cardboard line up with seam on the back of the blade. This assures that all of your blades are the same.
Good idea.
I love Me and My Sister. I worked with Barb while she was starting her company and she is a gem. Really enjoy Jordan Fabrics .
I initially thought the starbursts were English paper piecing. What a clever technique. Your quilting really enhanced the starbursts. Another great video thank you.
Ohh you inspire me to make things. Thank you for your continued videos, expertise, and energy.
So relaxing watching you work.
I am sort of laughing because I find myself thinking: Oh, let’s make that (because she makes it look quick and easy - good teacher that she is) SO technically I am not relaxing but mentally adding to my Let’s Sew That list.
Margaret Gaal me too! 😂
I like the uniqueness of this pattern. It simlar to a dresden but the extra dimension of tge diamond shapes gives it sizzle. 🎶💐💖
I love how you turned them. I have always trimmed the corner then turn them. This is a more secure way of doing it. Thanks
Beautiful job❤️
I can’t for the life of me of understand why people give a thumbs down!
You're so pleasant to listen to. Makes the instructions clear. Love the hair.
This is a really magical pattern. As the tutorial unfolded it was like an ah-ha moment. Donna your Master Video Maker is superb really. He gets his camera exactly right to the spot so that we can see exactly “how to”. Thank you for all your time and effort and skill in teaching all the quilting methods.
The Master Video Maker is our son James. He directs, films, edits and it is really due in great part to his work that our videos are successful.
Thanks for sharing the technique. I have made another me and my sister design and it was fun and easy. For the people commenting on wasting fabric... find a different pattern that you feel is worthy. We are so lucky to have many different patterns and ideas for different people's tastes. Thanks Donna for sharing!
Very cute pattern and cheerful fabrics! Made a beautiful runner. You explain things so wonderfully! Great that they include the template. I like to use "True Grips" on my rulers or templates that don't already have the surface to hold fabric from slipping. Thanks! Cheers from🇨🇦🍁
Hi, from Quebec, You are an inspiring teacher.. you work so beautifully, it is a true pleasure to watch.. thank you for taking time to show us what beautiful things that can be done.. wow.
I am a beginner and I have lot to learn.. many many thanks
I'm hooked. So many idea's. I used to make all my clothes but I love making quilts. Thanks so much!
She brings it!
What a neat idea! Looks great. The quilting shows off the star bursts. Thanks Donna for your beautiful ideas.
I got this pattern ordered today, the end....yes the end until after September. Swore I wasn't buying any more until after my daughter's destination wedding. But HAD to have this. I'll make the bride and groom a tablerunner to ease my guilt.
I am really impressed with you visual and verbal explanations of techniques. Thank you for everything you do. Regards Alison
I've watched this video several times and what comes to mind is before you put the starburst on the blocks, sew the blocks together first. Next pin or use a glue stick to put the starburst on the blocks. Make your quilt sandwich and NOW stitch the starburst on the blocks, stitch between the blocks, trim and bind.
You’ve done an excellent quilting job. Thanks for showing us how to make the Star burst. Your FMQ is excellent
I love your teaching technique! You break everything down so I believe that can do it also. Even your voice is soothing to listen to. I have made a couple Dresden plate runners and it never occurred to me to quilt them like you did, absolutely brilliant! Please keep your tutorials coming. Blessings from MN.
One of your cutest quilts ever!
I'd stop dying my hair only if it looked as awesome as Donna's.
Excellent sewing instructions, excellent camera angles. Thank you!! Fun design!!
What would my mornings be without coffee and Donna! Your videos are just what I like to watch and listen to while I'm having my morning coffee and trying to wake up! I love watching you sew all those seams, and I especially love watching you cut all that fabric for those beautiful quilts that you make! Your quilts always come out looking so beautiful! Thank you for the tip about putting a weight over my ruler when I do my cutting! That's one of the best tips I've learned from you! And "finger pressing" my seams! I've learned so much from you! Thanks, Donna and Matt, and please keep the videos coming! (Hearts to you both!)
Donna your hair looks beautiful!!
I love watching your videos. I have learned so much. Understanding new techniques and terminology. As a new beginner quilter it is very appreciated
From Texas. You always have fun little sewing tips that help the project look finely made. I love your tutorials!
What a great project! I can imagine it in Christmas fabrics, or a blue/white ‘snowflake’ theme. How great to have the template included!
Do love that white on white background. This would make a beautiful wall hanging.
Thanks, great project,thanks Donna. Happy sewing
The color fabrics look like gems or jewels😀
This is really pretty. I don't understand the theory of having the backing crooked. Can you explain why, please?
Donna,you are a genius! I learn something from you every time I watch your videos! You simplify every thing! Thank you! Love this pattern!
Donna, your hair is beautiful ‼️❤️
I had been skipping this video because I don’t like appliqué patterns… but, I finally watched it today. This is a game changer! I might be willing to try more appliqué patterns going forward!
So beautiful. Made think of Shakespeare - '“If you see a fairy ring - In a field of grass, - Very lightly step around, - Tiptoe as you pass; - Last night fairies frolicked there, - And they’re sleeping somewhere near.” l see many international comments. Would be fun to know how many countries are represented. Also see several requests for more in-depth explanation for off-setting backing when machine quilting. Love from the Ozarks.
Beautiful design and fabrics
Thank you!! Love quotes and this one inspires! If i ever make this, i’m gonna embroider that quote!
What a great idea....maybe as a wall hanging?
Yep. It's delicious. I haven't made it in a few years. Thanks, Rachel and Ron. 🎶💐💖
Oh, WOW!!! Do I ever love this pattern. Gotta have it!
Nice tip about starting and ending the backtrack stitching a little bit in from the edge to avoid tiny thread bits.
the waste looks big enough to use in a scrappy pattern. i would definitely keep the waste
I would also and make scrapie quilt maybe like the rail fence !
Absolutely! You could even sew the scraps together as you would in a crazy quilt block. You can precut some of the shapes, and/or add other scraps to some of the leftovers from this block; when all sewn together, square up to get perfect blocks. I would use a contrasting fabric to make sashing between the blocks (black, red, or your favorite) to make the blocks pop! Sewing blocks like this is very freeing & fun! ❤
Like many others, I'm bothered by the sheer waste from this very attractive pattern. I'd draw it out on paper, cut it, then use the bits to draft patterns to cut so there'd be no waste. I have a dresden template so I'd get the angles correct without difficulty. I do enjoy your videos! You're so pleasant and calm and your camera angles make clips that are clear and helpful. Thanks!
Totally agree about the waste!!
I am new to the quick piece method. Why not cut your own sqares rather than cut down the 5 inches blocks? So much waste. Sure one can sew the itty bitty scraps together, but life is too short. Donna is the best quilting instrucor. She’s precise, articulate, fast, and fun to watch. Wish I lived close enough to visit the shop. I’d probably disappear until the rescue dogs found me!
Not only the waste- the amount of work! Instructions are great as usual, just not for me. So small, it would take so long to do anything other than a runner or doilies (spelling 🤷) neither are my cup of tea. Again without watching this video it would be tougher.
@@miric6224 the store is no longer an actual retail "store" I believe. It's strictly an online shop now, used to fill orders only. No more walk ins.
@@angelar1500 closed due to Covid restrictions, just googled Jordan’s fabrics and it opens tomorrow morning
Would love a "scrap buster" pattern to go with this one! Cant afford to buy and lose that much fabric on such a small project.
I use the leftover scraps, along with scraps from my stash, to make crazy quilt blocks. In a quilt I just completed, i added red prints and red solids to create a red theme which tied all the blocks together. I then sashed them with a bright Christmas red solid; the quilt is stunning; it's one of my favorite quilts. Who knew!!! Also, once you have pieced enough scraps together, you can then cut out any shape you want, squares, triangles, dresden plates, parallelograms, star points, etc. In my quilt, the unifying factor in all the blocks is red. It works, and the crazy blocks are fun and very liberating to make ❤
The other thing you could do would be to combine the scraps into blocks and replace some of your backing fabric. If there are enough scraps it could make your table runner reversible.
The blocks for 4 patch seem to be 3" sq. The wedge at the bottom appears to be 4" across. Maybe this info helps you conserve fabric. She cuts so that picked edges are off each side, as well as cutting the smaller sq from charm size.
Pieces trimmed off using the wedge template are large enough for some other purpose, not just as waste, too.
I’m gobsmacked by the waste & yet tempted to make one square for a pillow or quilt centerpiece!
Another great delivery!!!!! Happy Sunday everyone!!!! x
Thanks again for sharing your expertise. Watching your video’s always makes my day better. Have a great day.
Super neat quilt
The star burst is so pretty!!! Favorite one I have ever seen!!Donna, I LOVE LOVE LOVE your BEAUTIFUL Silver hair!!!!
Wow! What a gorgeous star! Nice to make something a little different.
Every time I watch one of your tutorials, I learn something new. Today, I learned how to “straight edge echo” on the background quilting without actually marking on the quilt. Nice pattern and a great finished product. Thank you.
I love watching you take a pattern that looks very complicated and then break it down and make it seem manageable.
I saw the two sisters at Missouri Star Quilt Company a couple years ago. I’ve made two of these and they are so much fun. So cool to see you doing this one. I cut and sewed the four patches precisely so that the pieces you cut away (equals about 50%) are ready to do something else with. I use every bit of it. No waste! 😊
Please show us some examples of the cut aways
@@claudiaandkirkbowen2799 I will be pleased to if someone can explain to me how to do so. I’ve never posted a photo into a comment.
@@winnepeterson7740 I forgot that you can’t post it on youtube If you have a FB account maybe you can send me a PM to Claudia Bowen. Thanks
@@claudiaandkirkbowen2799 Yes, you can post on UA-cam.
@Winne, I wan to know how you did it too! Please send me a PM to Alice Hwang (the logo is a girl with green hat and a bird on it). Many thanks!!!
Great close-up video, very tight, thanks! If some don't want to deal with leftovers, consider making a pet pillow to donate to a rescue shelter. It's a great child's beginner sewing project, learning basic terminology, how to sew a line, turn corners, invert, fill and close off. Pillows can be used for soft bedding. At least it's something.
I love and enjoyed watching your patch work your very talented Jordan....
What a fun video donna ! I'm so aching to make a quilt. You do beautiful work.
You are a great teacher Donna. This would be pretty intimidating but you explain everything so clearly. Your camera person is really really good too and that makes it so helpful! I can very clearly see what you are showing us. Thanks!!!
Excellent instructor
I was thinking this very same thing. Your son does an excellent job of showing us exactly what you are doing.
My thoughts exactly!! I've learned SO much being able to see up close and follow along with Donna's excellent instructions! What an amazing family operation!
Just love your videos, store, and just everything❣ Thank you!
I’m also from Texas and love to watch your creativeness! I love how you sat,”I’m not going to worry about it too much.” It truly makes me think that I could do this and not stress “too much.” Love you, Donna!
So pretty! It looks like jewels. ❣️🌹
The quilting looks good on the back of the runner, as well as the front.
When I saw your fabric selection, I immediately thought of impressionist art-my favorite. Exquisite. Your white-on-white pattern added the leaves to the flowers! You are an excellent teacher, Donna-a natural. I’ve watched all your videos, a few more than once. Thank you for all you do. 💕
Yaaay so excited another one from Donna .. and I’m first again .. I live in Vanuatu which is in the South Pacific and my time zone must be perfect 😊😊😊
I read a book about somebody living in Vanuatu, and for the life of me I can’t remember what it’s about! I’m in New Hampshire USA. It’s 3:40 AM right now and I will be praying in a minute. Have a great day. I think it was the Book, Getting Stoned With Savages! 🤣
I watch at least 2 or 3. A day. 😊. She’s very easy to fallow along with.
I love this table runner!
How beautiful!!!
I don't get the commercials, thank goodness! Lovely quilt and lovely design. I was very interested in learning about twisting the backing fabric--hope this helps me with the quilting on my old machine as I always seem to end up with folds, even with a walking foot.
Wow such a beautiful pattern and unique method!! Any time I see a new video from you it makes my day! I learn so much from each of your videos!
Its beautiful
From Kentucky, and watched this in wonderment as to how easy it is! Beautiful pattern & you've made it really doable - great technique!
This one really speaks to me Donna and I am such a NEWBIE - LOL! It is saying "Christmas Presents" for all seasons. Loved the fabrics, the background you used - everything! Thank you so very much for showing how to quilt it on the machine too. So grateful for your time and patience!
I bet you could even quilt each block separately and then sew them together like a QAYG project. That would be fun and easy on a domestic machine.
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This is a great tutorial. I bought the pattern with the ruler last week, before I came across this. I read through the other comments about the "waste" of fabric, but I figured out a way to make the block using 2 !/2" squares, because I plan to use my stash of fabric instead of buying charm packs.
This would make a gorgeous Christmas quilt with all the scraps made into a snazzy border.
That’s exactly what I plan to do with the scraps!
So, so pretty Donna. Love it! ❤️
I like this. You always make them seem easy, I think it probably is.
Hi from Texas. Even if I can’t possibly take on another project I am thrilled to see a new video from Donna. She is always so upbeat and fun. Thank you for a few minutes to relax with no worries.
What a fun technique. Thank you for your wonderful videos.
Super cute, loved your quilting
Such a beautiful runner! While it does seem extravagant with its consumption of fabric, there are always scraps in every quilt project. All it takes is a dab of creativity to determine how those bits will be turned into something new. Thank you, Jordan Fabrics, for another wonderful tutorial. I always learn something new. Your methodical approach has encouraged me to acquire new skills helpful for my hobby. With gratitude ~ Happy Quilting!
I agree - as sewists/quilters we need to think outside the box to consider how to reduce "waste". As someone else suggested, save unusable pieces for stuffing a pet bed. I donate them to the local humane society. (Missouri Star Quilt Company has a video tutorial on making a small version but you can adjust the size easily.)
@@d.s.friendly7616 Here is the "outside the box" way to make the quilt just as Donna did. The pattern calls for 3" squares. You could get 9 of these out of a 10" in layer cake and have only 1" inch of waste per layer cake.
Kind of reminded me of the Dresden quilt but with the middle cut out... Love it!!!
So pretty would look like a snow flake with Christmas colors, Using off the bolt would mean less waste I would think.
Wouldn't it make a great tree skirt