I have never made a wool appliqué quilt, but it is something that might be fun. This video was very useful. Now I know there is extra thin quilting thread that may be good for other quilts where the quilting is necessary, but not the star. Loved your sock trick! Thank you!
Thank you for a great video. I have a machine embroidered quilt and l like your idea of not going around all the designs but just highlighting a few. Thanks again. I learn so much from you.
I have long arm quilted a few wool hand applique and embroidered quilts too. It is a challenge, however, I approached them in the same way as you have here. Just let the beauty of the quilt shine through and help enhance the texture. A bonus is that the thread sinks right in!!
That was an interesting quilt! Thanks for sharing. It made me realize that I have several wool appliqué projects that could benefit from some quilting! l LOVE watching your videos! Keep ‘me coming Angela!😘
Hallelujah! I am so happy you made this video, Angela! I designed and made an appliquéd wool quilt top, but it still hangs unfinished because I had no idea how to quilt it. You have shown me the light! A million thanks! (My Spargo-naut friends will be happy, too!)
I have a Christmas quilt that has been hanging in my closet for finishing for far to long.....I quilted the matching tree skirt a few years ago, but this is bigger and seems overwhelming...time to get to it though and finish at least one UFO this year! Your quilting on the wool quilt is helpful as I am two blocks away from finishing my first wool quilt. Now I have some ideas. Thank you!
I feel that I can tackle machine quilting due to your video’s. Your easy to understand, approachable, and just as cute as can be. Thank you so very much.
Thank you for showing the oops as well as the wins. It lets us beginners know that everyone has their challenges and not to just quit. Thank you, thank you, thank you.
This is a work of art by both of you.... What a treasure! Thank you for encouraging people to just dive in and finish.. I am 70.. spent most of my younger years "beginning" projects... then had to push to finish.. never liked that part... Since i've found quilting i NEVER start what i don't FINISH:))
Spectacular quilt.Condoms work well as thread nets. I had fun explaining why I had condoms in my sewing basket, but they really do work. I have only used unlubricated ones. They will rot after a while, but are inexpensive and widely available.
I’m not sure you fail too often even when you step outside of your comfort zone. It’s evident that you have loads of experience under your belt. You read quilts very well. I enjoy watching your artistry! I always find inspiration in what you do. 🌹
Always love watching you quilt and truly appreciate your quilting tips, like the laundry basket thread cover. Lol. Your light hearted videos help me take on my free motion quilting... including some king quilts that were like the bogey man in the closet.
Beautiful! and YES - I have a large block star quilt that is very graphic and simple and the fabrics are gorgeous but it has so much empty space AND it's a gift so... Time to put on my big girl britches and go for it!
The maker of this quilt did an awesome job, so much detail and fun colors, and you did a greart job of adding to that with the very thoughtful quilting. I would love to see the backing and binding. I'm enjoying your videos a lot and your small stories are an extra treat.
What BEAUTIFUL handwork in all that applique! And the embroidery! I love how much thought and attention to detail you put into the quilting. You perfectly accented the top without overwhelming it, which would have been so easy to do.
Yes. i made my husband a tea shirt quilt and it took me 2 year to quilt as I wasn't sure how to go about quilting around all the design/ and saying that were on his shirts. But it's now quilted and I love it and so does he.
Thanks for sharing openly about your own fears/obstacles and keeping it real! We all have them, and it's always reassuring to hear a real pro be honest about it :-) Looks like the best thing to do is just dig in and do what we know we can do and trust that it will be beautiful when it's done. We are our own worst enemy!
Thank you for showing us how to quilt a detailed Spargo quilt. I’m finishing the 2017 BOM and needed to know how to treat it. You are the answered to my dilemma. Thank you thank you. V
My mom just upgraded her embroidery machine to a Viking EPIC and her and I are making Mola quilt squares of little animals and flowers that I am going to make a quilt with. All the square are really colorful. (She just turned 90 and that thing keeps her young!) I used to hand quilt years ago but not going to do that any more. I bough a Sweet 16 and just playing with scraps right now learning tension etc and watching lots of videos. I am probably crazy but going to quilt this quilt after we get done and put it together. Would like to put Minkie on the back cuz it is sooooo soft (what do you think of Minkie). I think it is a lot to take on for my first project but no guts no glory I guess. This quilt sort of reminded me of it cuz there are lots of thinks to outline. I am so glad I found you! I love this quilt cuz we are making it together and it is great time together for us.
Freaking AWESOME SAUCE!! That turned out SO fantastic. It doesn't take away from the beautiful hand stitching she did, and totally accents it PERfectly! Someday, my "Free Rang Quilting", (a term coined by my Mom, lol), too shall look less like a 4 year old quilted it and maybe more like a 12 year old...maybe hahaha!!!
Thanks for sharing your skills and ideas in that video and also for sharing your fears. It helps a lot to cope with my own ones like, am I good enough, will I ruin this quilt etc.
I used to do machine quilting on an old (think 1980) home sewing machine WITHOUT FEAR, but I was a lot younger back then. I also figured that if I made a mistake, I would just keep that quilt. That seemed to work back then. I'm still using a regular home sewing machine and I'm just starting to get brave again because the closest place that does longarm quilting is an hour away. Recently I quilted a larger baby quilt and thank goodness the parents do not sew! There were a few mistakes and I kept wishing for a machine with a stitch regulator, but I got it done! I'm STILL wishing for a machine with a stitch regulator, and my husband Joe is looking for one for me! He's actually sort of an expert on sewing machines. I just sew on them. Anyway, I have a stack of finished tops out in the barn, which is where I have a huge sewing room upstairs and a cat for a helper. I really need to try machine quilting again! JOE! My birthday is only 8 days from now, so get crackin' on that sewing machine with the stitch regulator for me!!!
Beautiful job---as usual....I've been putting off getting a Glide foot for my Avante but I do have some applique tops to quilt. (I loved how your earrings went from blue to pink----)
I’m the opposite (even though I don’t quilt for customers). I can easily figure out how to quilt all my wool applique quilts and my regular heavily embellished quilts but pieced quilts just throw me. I’m like you and easily get bored with an all over design so prefer more of a custom look but I struggle with pieced quilts to be sure! Plus I quilt on a Bernina Q20 sit down machine and so it’s harder than you would expect to use rulers and move the quilt and keep it from moving every time i have to stop to move the quilt/ruler. I do it anyway but always love your videos and how honest you are with issues and problems! And your motto about it’ better to have a finished quilt that isn’t perfect than an unfinished quilt (paraphrasing....can’t remember exactly what you said but this was my take-away..lol).
Looks INCREDIBLE!!! Is that all hand applique and embroidery, btw?? What a crazy-incredible quilt! Your quilting really polished it beautifully. I don't do FMQ, but I do have many unfinished quilt tops because I'm so terrified they won't fit together perfectly. I end up making all the blocks, and then get too scared to piece them together because I'm a serious scaredy-cat. However, your work on the MQS has pushed me into finishing several tops. Your motto "finished is better than perfect" has helped me immensely! Congrats on conquering this!
I spent my 33rd birthday quilting and drinking wine. I made a beautiful pinwheel quilt with Kaffe Fasset fabrics. Not only am I afraid to quilt it but I have made two different backings for it because I can't decide which looks better....
Angela, stop by your local flower shop and ask if they have any nets(blossom nets used to keep blooms from being damaged during shipping). They usually just throw them away! Love your videos, great realistic instruction! I'm former longarmer n have down sized to Sweet 16 SD. Have a blessed Thanksgiving!
Hi Angela! I am so very grateful for your video! I too have anguished over my friend’s wool appliqué wall hanging!! You helped me take the leapt!! Thank you!! 8/19/24 Heath Mason
Thanks, Angela. Totally YES. The fact of the matter is...I'm scared every time I start a quilt. I'm a terrible procrastinator and it's so easy to put...it...off!!
Thanks for sharing your talent. My saved back project is quilting a Judy Niemeyer paper pieced quilt called Prairie Star. The material back and top are batiks which sometimes I have thread issues with. Design is always an issue. Thanks for any advice you may have.
Wow what a quilt that will be. I wonder how long was spent on that top? SO much detail!!! I use old 100 year plus machines mostly. Your quilt machine is fast.
I had that happening too, with the thread jumping out of the loop, I used a ponytail holder on the top side to keep the string in. I never understood how those thread nets worked. Lol!
I love to watch you quilt. You make it look so easy. I am terrified of quilting with constant speed even though it goes smoother than regulated. Do you have any tips?
wow... the amount of work your friend did on this quilt is amazing! the quilting you did was just the right amount. I just finished a bordered periwinkle quilt, I love the way it looks like stained glass, but I find myself staring at it hanging on my design wall and thinking "now what"?? If you have any suggestions for the quilting I would love to hear them!
Angela Walters What do you think? pin.it/TZe-T6f I hope this worked! I really appreciate it, I just purchased a Baby Lock Coronett a couple of months ago, I am so obsessed with quilting my own quilts that I did not even want the option of adding computerized software later. I feel like it would only be "half made" by me, if that makes sense. I hope you do another cruise at a later date since I am unable to make the one coming up. My husband and I watch your videos and are completely amazed with your work! I can't wait to finish this quilt. BTW, do you think I should border it? Have you ever backed a quilt with flannel, if so can you still long arm it the same? Thanks so much for your time, as I know you are extremely busy! Dayle
WOW...that was such an amazing quilt top and I love the idea of using wool as a material rather than cotton. Does the lady whose quilt this is, does she have a video of the making of this quilt?
I loved this Quilt! YES... I have only a small home sew machine. I make small and babies quilt but I made the big City Sample from Tula Pink ... It was quite difficult to sew it together.. so... I look at it and give up... Maybe should I give someone with a long arm quilt machine to finish to me.. but I really, really wanted to do it myself? Any idea?
I usually only do straight line quilting- I would love to do some FMQ- but I’m such a chicken. I have a small domestic so quilting on it was kind of difficult already, but after my stroke, my left arm is still weak. This makes it super difficult to do any quilting at all. I have sent my last two tops to my local longarmer but I know my Mom would love to have her quilt done completely by me. Ahh so much stress!!
see a video put out by Leah Day, she shows how she suspends her quilts and this could help you. You may find that your arm will be able to work harder if your brain and right hand are concentrating on FMQ. I have cysts in both eyes and can't see to sew a straight line so it is a good thing wiggly lines are in. A quilt done by you would be a true gift for your mom - just go for it.
Wow! So amazing. I have been quilting for years but the actual quilting part still scares me. So much in fact that I rarely finish a quilt bigger then a baby quilt. After watching you though and listening to you say that "an imperfect finished quilt is always better than a perfect unfinished quilt top" (Ok so that is not exactly like you say it but you know what I mean.) I have been inspired. Any way I have taken that to heart and have started on my on personal crusade to learn to machine quilt for reals! I had a question though, with all that starting and stopping and changing thread on this quilt how do you manage thread ends. Start and Stops are my nemesis.
Yay!! I am so glad that you like the videos and that you are encouraged by them!! For a new line of quilting, I like to pull up the bobbin thread and take a few stitches in place. Maybe that should be the topic of the next video!! Thanks for watching!
Great job on this one! Also, way to keep your cool when running into issues. I️ would have cussed my thread and the quilt so many times lol. I’m terrified to quilt every top that I️ make. Mostly because I’m not great at quilting. Right now I️ only have a home machine and when I️ do the quilting, I️ feel like I️ am ruining my quilt top :-/. But, I️ refuse to give up. Lol.
SmittenKitten I don’t know about you, but I’m not so great at free hand doodling. However, if I have something to look at, with a little practice, I can usually get pretty close. I’m considering a go with marking my quilting lines first, and then quilting. Maybe that will take some of the pressure off?
Katelynd Sews I've quilted small pieces (wall hangings, pillows, etc.) by drawing first, and it DOES take a ton of the pressure off, but I can't find a method of marking that I like really well. Frixion pens (which I use often during piecing) are dubious because of the ghosting and reappearing, water-soluble pens are such a hassle trying to remove, and I've never had any luck with removing pencil marks. Some people use the Hera tool, but I can't see that for beans!!! I've even played with chalk pouncing and chalk pencils, but they're a nightmare to remove from white. What were you thinking of using, because I'll try anything at this point!!
Finished Moonlight WISDOM Thread painted art quilt. Scared to death to quilt bought your book watched you your Utube whala acquired confidence and did it. First time quilting wood grain and circles. Thank you is just a few words but filled with gratitude.canI share photo ?
How much adjustment on tension did you do with the micro thread-I quilt on an Avante as well and have difficulty with thread breaking despite a 16 gage needle and thread net. Dis you use the micro thread in the bobbin as well? Help! Your work always looks GREAT.
Great video Angela! Love that quilt and your quilting. I am a long arm quilter in training and find your quilting videos inspiring. Where did you get your floor mat? I'm looking for a new one.
I used Omni 50wt poly in the bobbin. I think that it will hold up to multiple washings since it's quilted so heavily. But I assume that this quilt will be more of a wall hanging. Hope that helps
I'm currently working on my very first quilt top and I have to say that watching you is not only entertaining but calming. I love your content and hopefully I'll be able to take a class with you but for now.... I may just purchase a book. Which one do you recommend for a beginner?
Well, i would have to suggest my newest book "Free-motion Meandering". I wrote it after teaching more classes than I can count! Here's a link to more information: quilting-is-my-therapy.myshopify.com/collections/frontpage/products/pre-order-free-motion-meandering
Thank you for sharing this. I am making that same quilt, so that is really helpful! I have lots of tops I am afraid to quilt because I am a newbie longarmer. I love learning about the different feet out there. I have a question. I tried doing some "mctavishing" with some tiny thread like that. I was using bottom line thread. I loved how fine it was. I also had thread breakage about every.5 min. I was using a thread net. Is this thread stronger? I would like something strong but super fine. My dealer told me thread like that is just too fine for a long arm. Also, what did you use in the bobbin for both the fine thread and the monofilament? Thank you for the help.
Hey Angela! The wool quilt looks great, just the right level of detail and the quilt is just beautiful. A challenging quilt.... I have a quilt on my frame right now, for my Mom..... no pressure right!? The quilt is a the Giant Dahlia (pattern from Sondra Millard shesgotmojo.com ). The quilt was a challenge to define and took a bit of work to understand, piece and complete - It’s really beautiful and will be a Mom hit when it’s done. Right now, my Mom is patiently waiting for the new arrival and I am mustering up my stitching powers to dive in and get it done. Once I start, I’m sure it will go well, sometime you just have to start...... well maybe this week when I am done assembling Feathers from Margot Languedoc designs, for my daughter.... yea, this was ‘the year of the quilt’ for my family. It’s been great, and you have been my inspiration and tutor. The you tubes and web site have been a really helpful. So, thank you for helping me discover a new love. ❤️
I've got 16 baltimore album quilt blocks that I started to quilt by the block, by hand, before my child #2 was born. umm 23 years ago! eeep! I think it's about time to finish it but I only got two or three of the blocks done, before it went into the ufo bin. would it look off if I quilted the rest by machine? or should I stick with hand work.
Just a thought. I never would have thought to actually quilt a wool quilt. Applique quilting is not something I've tried. So, I'm curious as to what kind of batting and backing were selected for this quilt. Was this quilt intended as a bed quilt or to be displayed on a wall?
Are you stitching with ONE hand? If so, how long did it take you to be so perfect? I need four hands, two on handle bars, one to hold my design in place which is on upper right side, and one to hold magnifying glass. 😥
I'm really stuck on a quilt and I would appreciate any ideas that you have to offer! I have the last quilt top that my great grandmother put together and I am planning on quilting it and giving it to my mom as a gift but I have no idea what to do with it. It is mostly made up of big white blocks that she has embroidered and strips between each embroidered block. There is so much empty space in each block and I don't have a clue how I should quilt it. Any suggestions?
Yes I do! I also have a wool applique quilt that I am afraid to quilt AND it is my first time making a quilt this way. Do you want to do it? Pleeeease!
I am about to quilt my first wool applique too and am terrified because I have been told you cant take any stitching out or it will damage the quilt. Did you have to un-quilt any of this one?
Hi Angela can you please tell me if you have any DVD on free motion quilting and how to do threads selection just a complete start to finish on making and quilting a quilt, please please thanks
I do have a DVD, here's a link to it: quilting-is-my-therapy.myshopify.com/collections/frontpage/products/dvd-start-free-motion-quilting-with-angela-walters Let me know if you any other questions!!
I have a Bjorn Bear quilt that I need to get done but I can't stitch in the ditch because the seams are pressed open and I am still really new with free motion and quilting in general, this is only my second full sized quilt, so I keep putting it off. It isn't for anyone in particular so I really have no reason to be scared but I guess we are all our own worst critics.
I’m taking Angela’s advice and draw the designs over and over. I️ practice at least a half hour a day. It seems to be working. My goal is to master the swirl!
I have never made a wool appliqué quilt, but it is something that might be fun. This video was very useful. Now I know there is extra thin quilting thread that may be good for other quilts where the quilting is necessary, but not the star. Loved your sock trick! Thank you!
Thank you for a great video. I have a machine embroidered quilt and l like your idea of not going around all the designs but just highlighting a few. Thanks again. I learn so much from you.
I have long arm quilted a few wool hand applique and embroidered quilts too. It is a challenge, however, I approached them in the same way as you have here. Just let the beauty of the quilt shine through and help enhance the texture. A bonus is that the thread sinks right in!!
That was an interesting quilt! Thanks for sharing. It made me realize that I have several wool appliqué projects that could benefit from some quilting! l LOVE watching your videos! Keep ‘me coming Angela!😘
This was great! About to start my first wool appliqué quilt as well. The thread help was fantastic!
Hallelujah! I am so happy you made this video, Angela! I designed and made an appliquéd wool quilt top, but it still hangs unfinished because I had no idea how to quilt it. You have shown me the light! A million thanks! (My Spargo-naut friends will be happy, too!)
I have a Christmas quilt that has been hanging in my closet for finishing for far to long.....I quilted the matching tree skirt a few years ago, but this is bigger and seems overwhelming...time to get to it though and finish at least one UFO this year! Your quilting on the wool quilt is helpful as I am two blocks away from finishing my first wool quilt. Now I have some ideas. Thank you!
I don't know why you were so hesitant over quilting this one? It's beautiful!!!! Angela, you are a magician!!
I feel that I can tackle machine quilting due to your video’s. Your easy to understand, approachable, and just as cute as can be. Thank you so very much.
Thank you for showing the oops as well as the wins. It lets us beginners know that everyone has their challenges and not to just quit. Thank you, thank you, thank you.
It looks better than good... It's Flawlessly Gorgeous!
I really like you talking out your thought process. Makes me feel good about talking to mine and not feeling alone. Lol
Lol, I talk to myself often....I figure I might as well consult the expert of my opinion lol.
Oh Angela that's beautiful. Wish I could do that as easily as you. The quilting just enhances the piecing.
Oh wow Angela, So beautiful! 1st time writing ☺️ I Love Your Work 💖💕❤️💗💜👍 Take care and God Bless,Chris-Raleigh NC
You are one of the greatest artists of our time. Hope to meet you one day. Many thanks.
I love in the hoop quilts. But most of them are so detailed and crazy.
Adorable quilt. I love how you addressed the problems you were running into. Great tips throughout the video!
This is a work of art by both of you.... What a treasure! Thank you for encouraging people to just dive in and finish.. I am 70.. spent most of my younger years "beginning" projects... then had to push to finish.. never liked that part... Since i've found quilting i NEVER start what i don't FINISH:))
Awesome Angela, well done for facing your fears! I have two Sue Spargo Bird Dance quilts for my lovely customers, like you say they are heaps of fun!
Spectacular quilt.Condoms work well as thread nets. I had fun explaining why I had condoms in my sewing basket, but they really do work. I have only used unlubricated ones. They will rot after a while, but are inexpensive and widely available.
I’m not sure you fail too often even when you step outside of your comfort zone. It’s evident that you have loads of experience under your belt. You read quilts very well. I enjoy watching your artistry! I always find inspiration in what you do. 🌹
Dollar stores carry wig caps that would work good for a spool net.
Amazing quilt. Love that border. Given me some ideas for quilting my quilt.
Always love watching you quilt and truly appreciate your quilting tips, like the laundry basket thread cover. Lol. Your light hearted videos help me take on my free motion quilting... including some king quilts that were like the bogey man in the closet.
Beautiful! and YES - I have a large block star quilt that is very graphic and simple and the fabrics are gorgeous but it has so much empty space AND it's a gift so... Time to put on my big girl britches and go for it!
Yes!!!!! Go for it!
WOW!!! That was a beautiful quilt, you are truly a wizard at that machine.....the magic you do is amazing, thank you for sharing it.
Your couldn’t ask for anything more perfect on the quilting you did , it mKes your friends guilt just pop just beautiful
I really enjoy hearing the thought process behind the decisions of what to quilt and thread to use. Fascinating.
What an amazing quilt! The top is a work of art. And your quilting is the perfect finish. I still love you and your show!
The maker of this quilt did an awesome job, so much detail and fun colors, and you did a greart job of adding to that with the very thoughtful quilting. I would love to see the backing and binding. I'm enjoying your videos a lot and your small stories are an extra treat.
Thanks for watching!
What BEAUTIFUL handwork in all that applique! And the embroidery! I love how much thought and attention to detail you put into the quilting. You perfectly accented the top without overwhelming it, which would have been so easy to do.
Gorgeous quilt and the quilting is fabulous!! Wonderful job of facing your fears. I'm sure you're friend is going to love it.
Yes. i made my husband a tea shirt quilt and it took me 2 year to quilt as I wasn't sure how to go about quilting around all the design/ and saying that were on his shirts. But it's now quilted and I love it and so does he.
That's awesome!!
The details in your friends work... WOW! You've enhanced it beautifully!
Thanks for sharing openly about your own fears/obstacles and keeping it real! We all have them, and it's always reassuring to hear a real pro be honest about it :-) Looks like the best thing to do is just dig in and do what we know we can do and trust that it will be beautiful when it's done. We are our own worst enemy!
Just stunning Angela
Amazing timing. Just got 2 wool applique quilts into my studio this week! After watching your video I am excited to get started!
Wow! Big kudos points to both you and the quilt maker. Gorgeous
What a beautiful quilt! You did a wonderful job. I would love to see that one in person - so tactile!
I’m finally doing my UFOs. Using them as practice quilts for free hand quilting. Thank you for giving me the courage to try.
Thank you for showing us how to quilt a detailed Spargo quilt. I’m finishing the 2017 BOM and needed to know how to treat it. You are the answered to my dilemma. Thank you thank you. V
Thank you Angela! So many new wool quilts coming in to be quilted recently! Great ideas and as always, impressive video of your realness! 💞
You are such a talented artist! I am in awe of you!
My mom just upgraded her embroidery machine to a Viking EPIC and her and I are making Mola quilt squares of little animals and flowers that I am going to make a quilt with. All the square are really colorful. (She just turned 90 and that thing keeps her young!) I used to hand quilt years ago but not going to do that any more. I bough a Sweet 16 and just playing with scraps right now learning tension etc and watching lots of videos. I am probably crazy but going to quilt this quilt after we get done and put it together. Would like to put Minkie on the back cuz it is sooooo soft (what do you think of Minkie). I think it is a lot to take on for my first project but no guts no glory I guess. This quilt sort of reminded me of it cuz there are lots of thinks to outline. I am so glad I found you! I love this quilt cuz we are making it together and it is great time together for us.
You did an Amazing job!!
That is a beautiful quilt and your quilting is amazing!
Freaking AWESOME SAUCE!! That turned out SO fantastic. It doesn't take away from the beautiful hand stitching she did, and totally accents it PERfectly! Someday, my "Free Rang Quilting", (a term coined by my Mom, lol), too shall look less like a 4 year old quilted it and maybe more like a 12 year old...maybe hahaha!!!
This quilt and your quilting are so amazing!
Thanks for sharing your skills and ideas in that video and also for sharing your fears. It helps a lot to cope with my own ones like, am I good enough, will I ruin this quilt etc.
I used to do machine quilting on an old (think 1980) home sewing machine WITHOUT FEAR, but I was a lot younger back then. I also figured that if I made a mistake, I would just keep that quilt. That seemed to work back then. I'm still using a regular home sewing machine and I'm just starting to get brave again because the closest place that does longarm quilting is an hour away. Recently I quilted a larger baby quilt and thank goodness the parents do not sew! There were a few mistakes and I kept wishing for a machine with a stitch regulator, but I got it done! I'm STILL wishing for a machine with a stitch regulator, and my husband Joe is looking for one for me! He's actually sort of an expert on sewing machines. I just sew on them. Anyway, I have a stack of finished tops out in the barn, which is where I have a huge sewing room upstairs and a cat for a helper. I really need to try machine quilting again! JOE! My birthday is only 8 days from now, so get crackin' on that sewing machine with the stitch regulator for me!!!
Did you get one Mary Ellen?
I think it looks pretty good too!
Such an amazing quilt and you did beautiful job too😍😍👏👏
Wow! So gorgeous! Beautiful quilt, and quilting!
Thanks so much! I appreciate you watching!!!
Great job and very helpful
Beautiful job---as usual....I've been putting off getting a Glide foot for my Avante but I do have some applique tops to quilt. (I loved how your earrings went from blue to pink----)
I’m the opposite (even though I don’t quilt for customers). I can easily figure out how to quilt all my wool applique quilts and my regular heavily embellished quilts but pieced quilts just throw me. I’m like you and easily get bored with an all over design so prefer more of a custom look but I struggle with pieced quilts to be sure! Plus I quilt on a Bernina Q20 sit down machine and so it’s harder than you would expect to use rulers and move the quilt and keep it from moving every time i have to stop to move the quilt/ruler. I do it anyway but always love your videos and how honest you are with issues and problems! And your motto about it’ better to have a finished quilt that isn’t perfect than an unfinished quilt (paraphrasing....can’t remember exactly what you said but this was my take-away..lol).
Looks INCREDIBLE!!! Is that all hand applique and embroidery, btw?? What a crazy-incredible quilt! Your quilting really polished it beautifully. I don't do FMQ, but I do have many unfinished quilt tops because I'm so terrified they won't fit together perfectly. I end up making all the blocks, and then get too scared to piece them together because I'm a serious scaredy-cat. However, your work on the MQS has pushed me into finishing several tops. Your motto "finished is better than perfect" has helped me immensely! Congrats on conquering this!
Yes it is!!!! Isn't it so crazy detailed?!?
SmittenKitte
Beautiful and very helpful informative. Thank you
I spent my 33rd birthday quilting and drinking wine. I made a beautiful pinwheel quilt with Kaffe Fasset fabrics. Not only am I afraid to quilt it but I have made two different backings for it because I can't decide which looks better....
Angela, stop by your local flower shop and ask if they have any nets(blossom nets used to keep blooms from being damaged during shipping). They usually just throw them away! Love your videos, great realistic instruction! I'm former longarmer n have down sized to Sweet 16 SD. Have a blessed Thanksgiving!
That would definitely save my socks lol!
Hi Angela! I am so very grateful for your video! I too have anguished over my friend’s wool appliqué wall hanging!! You helped me take the leapt!! Thank you!!
8/19/24
Heath Mason
Thanks, Angela. Totally YES. The fact of the matter is...I'm scared every time I start a quilt. I'm a terrible procrastinator and it's so easy to put...it...off!!
Thanks for sharing your talent. My saved back project is quilting a Judy Niemeyer paper pieced quilt called Prairie Star. The material back and top are batiks which sometimes I have thread issues with. Design is always an issue. Thanks for any advice you may have.
Wow what a quilt that will be. I wonder how long was spent on that top? SO much detail!!! I use old 100 year plus machines mostly. Your quilt machine is fast.
Lol, the top was pretty stunning, I could never piece something so intricate....but I sure do love the quilting!
I had that happening too, with the thread jumping out of the loop, I used a ponytail holder on the top side to keep the string in. I never understood how those thread nets worked. Lol!
I love to watch you quilt. You make it look so easy. I am terrified of quilting with constant speed even though it goes smoother than regulated. Do you have any tips?
wow... the amount of work your friend did on this quilt is amazing! the quilting you did was just the right amount. I just finished a bordered periwinkle quilt, I love the way it looks like stained glass, but I find myself staring at it hanging on my design wall and thinking "now what"?? If you have any suggestions for the quilting I would love to hear them!
Do you have a link to a picture?
Angela Walters What do you think? pin.it/TZe-T6f
I hope this worked! I really appreciate it, I just purchased a Baby Lock Coronett a couple of months ago, I am so obsessed with quilting my own quilts that I did not even want the option of adding computerized software later. I feel like it would only be "half made" by me, if that makes sense. I hope you do another cruise at a later date since I am unable to make the one coming up. My husband and I watch your videos and are completely amazed with your work! I can't wait to finish this quilt. BTW, do you think I should border it? Have you ever backed a quilt with flannel, if so can you still long arm it the same? Thanks so much for your time, as I know you are extremely busy!
Dayle
I hope you were able to access the link I sent you, if not I will try again with a different method... thanks again!
if there are any ideas for quilting this I would love to hear them....I am really at a loss... thanks guys! photos.app.goo.gl/ANgJxZgWydx109us1
Sorry I don’t have any ideas how to quilt it but allow me to say: WOW that’s one pretty quilt top 👍👏
Beautiful
WOW...that was such an amazing quilt top and I love the idea of using wool as a material rather than cotton. Does the lady whose quilt this is, does she have a video of the making of this quilt?
Wow! Looks fantastic! I tried the monofilament once on my home machine but it kept breaking & I’ve been afraid to try it again!
I loved this Quilt! YES... I have only a small home sew machine. I make small and babies quilt but I made the big City Sample from Tula Pink ... It was quite difficult to sew it together.. so... I look at it and give up... Maybe should I give someone with a long arm quilt machine to finish to me.. but I really, really wanted to do it myself? Any idea?
I usually only do straight line quilting- I would love to do some FMQ- but I’m such a chicken. I have a small domestic so quilting on it was kind of difficult already, but after my stroke, my left arm is still weak. This makes it super difficult to do any quilting at all. I have sent my last two tops to my local longarmer but I know my Mom would love to have her quilt done completely by me. Ahh so much stress!!
see a video put out by Leah Day, she shows how she suspends her quilts and this could help you. You may find that your arm will be able to work harder if your brain and right hand are concentrating on FMQ. I have cysts in both eyes and can't see to sew a straight line so it is a good thing wiggly lines are in. A quilt done by you would be a true gift for your mom - just go for it.
Wow! So amazing. I have been quilting for years but the actual quilting part still scares me. So much in fact that I rarely finish a quilt bigger then a baby quilt. After watching you though and listening to you say that "an imperfect finished quilt is always better than a perfect unfinished quilt top" (Ok so that is not exactly like you say it but you know what I mean.) I have been inspired. Any way I have taken that to heart and have started on my on personal crusade to learn to machine quilt for reals! I had a question though, with all that starting and stopping and changing thread on this quilt how do you manage thread ends. Start and Stops are my nemesis.
Yay!! I am so glad that you like the videos and that you are encouraged by them!! For a new line of quilting, I like to pull up the bobbin thread and take a few stitches in place. Maybe that should be the topic of the next video!! Thanks for watching!
Great Advice! Thank you so much for responding. I feel extra Special now!.
Great job on this one! Also, way to keep your cool when running into issues. I️ would have cussed my thread and the quilt so many times lol.
I’m terrified to quilt every top that I️ make. Mostly because I’m not great at quilting. Right now I️ only have a home machine and when I️ do the quilting, I️ feel like I️ am ruining my quilt top :-/.
But, I️ refuse to give up. Lol.
Don't give up!!!! You can do it!
Ohmygosh, I feel the same!! I think, "I've put SO MUCH work into this top, now I'm going to ruin it..."
SmittenKitten
I don’t know about you, but I’m not so great at free hand doodling. However, if I have something to look at, with a little practice, I can usually get pretty close.
I’m considering a go with marking my quilting lines first, and then quilting. Maybe that will take some of the pressure off?
Katelynd Sews I've quilted small pieces (wall hangings, pillows, etc.) by drawing first, and it DOES take a ton of the pressure off, but I can't find a method of marking that I like really well. Frixion pens (which I use often during piecing) are dubious because of the ghosting and reappearing, water-soluble pens are such a hassle trying to remove, and I've never had any luck with removing pencil marks. Some people use the Hera tool, but I can't see that for beans!!! I've even played with chalk pouncing and chalk pencils, but they're a nightmare to remove from white. What were you thinking of using, because I'll try anything at this point!!
Finished Moonlight WISDOM Thread painted art quilt. Scared to death to quilt bought your book watched you your Utube whala acquired confidence and did it. First time quilting wood grain and circles. Thank you is just a few words but filled with gratitude.canI share photo ?
How much adjustment on tension did you do with the micro thread-I quilt on an Avante as well and have difficulty with thread breaking despite a 16 gage needle and thread net. Dis you use the micro thread in the bobbin as well? Help! Your work always looks GREAT.
Wonderful ...
Great video Angela! Love that quilt and your quilting. I am a long arm quilter in training and find your quilting videos inspiring. Where did you get your floor mat? I'm looking for a new one.
Beautiful work! What weight thread did you use in the bobbin? Will 100wt thread stand up to repeated washings? Learn so much from you, thank you😘
I used Omni 50wt poly in the bobbin. I think that it will hold up to multiple washings since it's quilted so heavily. But I assume that this quilt will be more of a wall hanging. Hope that helps
I'm currently working on my very first quilt top and I have to say that watching you is not only entertaining but calming. I love your content and hopefully I'll be able to take a class with you but for now.... I may just purchase a book. Which one do you recommend for a beginner?
yes it is calming! I am mesmerized by it!
Well, i would have to suggest my newest book "Free-motion Meandering". I wrote it after teaching more classes than I can count! Here's a link to more information: quilting-is-my-therapy.myshopify.com/collections/frontpage/products/pre-order-free-motion-meandering
Thank you for sharing this. I am making that same quilt, so that is really helpful! I have lots of tops I am afraid to quilt because I am a newbie longarmer. I love learning about the different feet out there. I have a question. I tried doing some "mctavishing" with some tiny thread like that. I was using bottom line thread. I loved how fine it was. I also had thread breakage about every.5 min. I was using a thread net. Is this thread stronger? I would like something strong but super fine. My dealer told me thread like that is just too fine for a long arm. Also, what did you use in the bobbin for both the fine thread and the monofilament? Thank you for the help.
Amazing work 👏🏼 I have a quilt top I’m scared to start quilting on, need the perfect design. And I can’t find it haha
Hey Angela! The wool quilt looks great, just the right level of detail and the quilt is just beautiful. A challenging quilt.... I have a quilt on my frame right now, for my Mom..... no pressure right!? The quilt is a the Giant Dahlia (pattern from Sondra Millard shesgotmojo.com ). The quilt was a challenge to define and took a bit of work to understand, piece and complete - It’s really beautiful and will be a Mom hit when it’s done. Right now, my Mom is patiently waiting for the new arrival and I am mustering up my stitching powers to dive in and get it done. Once I start, I’m sure it will go well, sometime you just have to start...... well maybe this week when I am done assembling Feathers from Margot Languedoc designs, for my daughter.... yea, this was ‘the year of the quilt’ for my family. It’s been great, and you have been my inspiration and tutor. The you tubes and web site have been a really helpful. So, thank you for helping me discover a new love. ❤️
Sometimes it just takes getting started......plus, you know your mom is going to love it no matter what!
I've got 16 baltimore album quilt blocks that I started to quilt by the block, by hand, before my child #2 was born. umm 23 years ago! eeep! I think it's about time to finish it but I only got two or three of the blocks done, before it went into the ufo bin. would it look off if I quilted the rest by machine? or should I stick with hand work.
Whatever it takes to get it finished! I'd say just do the rest by machine so you can enjoy it!
Just a thought. I never would have thought to actually quilt a wool quilt. Applique quilting is not something I've tried. So, I'm curious as to what kind of batting and backing were selected for this quilt. Was this quilt intended as a bed quilt or to be displayed on a wall?
Are you stitching with ONE hand? If so, how long did it take you to be so perfect? I need four hands, two on handle bars, one to hold my design in place which is on upper right side, and one to hold magnifying glass. 😥
I'm really stuck on a quilt and I would appreciate any ideas that you have to offer! I have the last quilt top that my great grandmother put together and I am planning on quilting it and giving it to my mom as a gift but I have no idea what to do with it. It is mostly made up of big white blocks that she has embroidered and strips between each embroidered block. There is so much empty space in each block and I don't have a clue how I should quilt it. Any suggestions?
Beautiful but what speed do u set your machine?
I did a Christmas quilt (10 years ago) and have been paralyzed about how to quilt it. It has a lot of appliqué and embellishments and very, very busy.
Go for it!!!!! A finished quilt is always better than a perfect quilt top. :)
I have a quilt to top stitch before Christmas and the backing is flannel, any tips please
What SPI did you use? My client wants to see the thread color, which is a challenge, as well.
Yes I do! I also have a wool applique quilt that I am afraid to quilt AND it is my first time making a quilt this way. Do you want to do it? Pleeeease!
If we use wool on a quilt, can we still wash the quilt or will the wool shrink?
I am about to quilt my first wool applique too and am terrified because I have been told you cant take any stitching out or it will damage the quilt. Did you have to un-quilt any of this one?
Hi Angela can you please tell me if you have any DVD on free motion quilting and how to do threads selection just a complete start to finish on making and quilting a quilt, please please thanks
I do have a DVD, here's a link to it: quilting-is-my-therapy.myshopify.com/collections/frontpage/products/dvd-start-free-motion-quilting-with-angela-walters
Let me know if you any other questions!!
What did U use in your bobbin?
Isn’t Micro 100 weight ?
Do U have problems with breakage?
I have a Bjorn Bear quilt that I need to get done but I can't stitch in the ditch because the seams are pressed open and I am still really new with free motion and quilting in general, this is only my second full sized quilt, so I keep putting it off. It isn't for anyone in particular so I really have no reason to be scared but I guess we are all our own worst critics.
I’d love to see the back of this quilt please!
The extent of my quilting is stitching in the ditch....but I have only sone seven quilts. Honestly, scared to do anything else.....is that normal.
Yes it is, but I promise that it just takes a little practice!
I’m taking Angela’s advice and draw the designs over and over. I️ practice at least a half hour a day. It seems to be working. My goal is to master the swirl!
I I am afraid to do any free motion quilting. LOL
You ever think of making a video of you things that have gone bad or wrong and how to fix them?