Teresa you crack me up, I love your sense of humor, not to mention what a fabulous educator, ty,ty,ty, to you and hawk🙏🏽🙏🏽🙏🏽I’m a quilter who has lately with so many new grands…been using all this fabulous newer Minky’s….not that cuddle isn’t as loved, I love to back with it but I’m am so obsessed with these new Minky’s and your tutorials for good ideas…..i dont know how long it will e before I go back to cotton for a while. Whoever’s been designing all these new fabric designs is A GENIUS🧐🧐😍😍🥳🥳🥳🥳🥳 woot woot! I cannot wait to see the Shannon fabrics future designs and patterns. Please I beg🙏🏽🙏🏽🙏🏽….can you design a mid length (or right below our hips and booty)cape with a hood or snoodie so we can put the hood on and pull the neck area high enough to cover our mouths (I say this because I have asthma and have to keep my mouth covered in cool-cold weather. i have three mobius neck warmers that I absolutely love, thank you for the great tutorials on them
Teresa, hello this is Andie. we meant at Patchwork Plus in Dayton Va. I was using the walker at the time. (doing much better), I really appreciate this video showing how to cut LARGE pieces! I have been struggling so much with that one issue. it sets the stage for the whole process to go bazirk. thank you so much!!by the way I bought the same black n decker "dust buster" about a year ago and love mine too. I just have the worst time cutting the really fluffy stuff. Jerry (my significant other) bought me a set that has several interchangeable razors to it. I mean to tell you it slices and dices cuddle like no one business. he got it from WalMart in the tools section. where there is screw drivers , and other types of knives. really works super super well like cutting butter. Also I have a huge white or clearish cutting board that fits on a double bed. or a queen well. then I lay my fabric out (this is for large pieces) and, cut it. (well, with cuddle, I am still working on that!) I usually cut my baby blanket 35 to 40 but, I never have made them square like, one side might be 40 and the other might be 35. because, I am always trying to fix it.. does it have to be square? yes, I am a blonde.. lmbo. thanks for all your tips I really do use them.
Its easy to make that diagonal going the wrong way. I can't tell you how many times I've had to rip out the corners on fast turn baby blanets. So, I never trim them until I pull the blanket inside out to make sure its right!
Really I having a hard time I would love to make a template I tried making one and I thought it turned out good but then I get all wonky on the back what did I do wrong help love the videos
Wow that 2” boarder template is super helpful thank you! Love your videos. I just ordered a new sewing machine the other night so I can start working on more projects! Singer 9960 and I can’t wait to try it 😍
Super helpful hints that gave me the courage to pull out the rose cuddle fabric I had been too intimidated to use for several years. I used every hint of yours and made a little quilt for my new grand dog. Thank you for the great video!
We have a tutorial for making a larger size, as well as how to finish a quilt with a self-binding edge. If you want to have it longarmed, I'd suggest doing that first and then do the self-binding. --teresa
I generally just square up from the selvage. I like to use a large square ruler, even it up along the selvage, then use long rulers to draw a straight line all the way across the width of the fabric. You'll want to make sure you can lay that edge out completely flat. I've found that the big 6- or 8- foot tables are great for this. If you have two to put next to each other, it's ideal! --teresa
I made this baby blanket yesterday and had to rip out the border and reduce the tension down to nearly 1 to keep the fabric from puckering and twisting. Don’t think I try this material again!
I'm sorry to hear you struggled with it. Did you double-pin as demonstrated? That really helps prevent the twisting, as well as the puckering. We have lots of videos with techniques that work well with our plush knit fabrics. -teresa
I have used it, especially for applique and patchwork, to get rid of the stretch. It works very well, but it does require extra time and materials. I know some people use strips of it along the seam lines to make it easier to sew. Let us know how it works for you! --teresa
Please! I binding the blanket with zig zag stitches and underneath I placed some tissue paper from the toilet paper which I now struggle to remove. Even using tweezers. I put it on otherwise the needle wouldn't proceed. I washed the cover hoping it would come off, but nothing. How could I do? Thanks from Italy!
What is the name of that blue chenille? I love it, and need to find it! I have done a lot of sewing with minky, but this has given me lots of good tips.
I think it might be this one, but you can see all the colors that Luxe Cuddle Chenille and Weave on the website: www.shannonfabrics.com/luxe-cuddle/embossed/luxe-cuddler-chenille-saltwater -teresa
The feed dogs on my sewing machine catch on backing of the Luxe Rose fabric I am using as the wrap around fabric. Do you have any suggestions? I have found a lot of useful information with this video and your other videos. Double pinning and which tool to use to cut the different cuddle fabrics are at the top of my favorites! Thank you!
I have seen this happen before and I know that people have used a variety of techniques to help with it. You can use something in between the feed dogs and the fabric. This can be a stabilizer (tearaway or water soluble stabilizer) or something basic like tissue paper. Some machines just seem to have way more grip than others and catch the fabric. I hope this helps! -teresa
You absolutely can hand baste and some do. We've shown our preferred way to tackle this project, but there are always variations that others can (and will!) do with much success. --teresa
No because Cuddle® does not shrink. You may want to wash and dry if it is a dark or bright color to make sure all the dyes have been removed, but it will not affect the size. --teresa
Is there a way to order Shannon fabrics online? I can't see to find anywhere to get it near me. From what I've found I need to find a store that sells it, but that seems to be my problem.
Absolutely. If you want to add batting, make sure to quilt it. Otherwise, you can insert it without any quilting, just as you would with a piece of Cuddle, into the center.
There are a lot of great machines; I recommend reaching out to a local shop and working with them in regards to what fits your needs and your budget. I sew on a BabyLock Crescendo most of the time, but also have a Bernina and a Pfaff. -teresa
Sorry that was a disappointment; this blanket is made without batting so that it does not need to be quilted. If you are interested in adding batting and quilting a blanket, we do have a couple of videos that would help. In Three Ways to Bind (ua-cam.com/video/ECBw6msp8l8/v-deo.html), we talk about varieties of batting, how to quilt it (yourself or hired), and a variety of ways to bind it, including the self-binding method we talk about here. I hope you can find the info you're looking for, but if you have any specific questions, please reach out to me at teresa@shannonfabrics.com
I love those fabrics! Need monster trucks for my grandsons❣️
Teresa you crack me up, I love your sense of humor, not to mention what a fabulous educator, ty,ty,ty, to you and hawk🙏🏽🙏🏽🙏🏽I’m a quilter who has lately with so many new grands…been using all this fabulous newer Minky’s….not that cuddle isn’t as loved, I love to back with it but I’m am so obsessed with these new Minky’s and your tutorials for good ideas…..i dont know how long it will e before I go back to cotton for a while. Whoever’s been designing all these new fabric designs is A GENIUS🧐🧐😍😍🥳🥳🥳🥳🥳 woot woot! I cannot wait to see the Shannon fabrics future designs and patterns.
Please I beg🙏🏽🙏🏽🙏🏽….can you design a mid length (or right below our hips and booty)cape with a hood or snoodie so we can put the hood on and pull the neck area high enough to cover our mouths (I say this because I have asthma and have to keep my mouth covered in cool-cold weather. i have three mobius neck warmers that I absolutely love, thank you for the great tutorials on them
I know this is a couple of years old but this was sooooo informative!! Thank you!
Teresa, hello this is Andie. we meant at Patchwork Plus in Dayton Va. I was using the walker at the time. (doing much better), I really appreciate this video showing how to cut LARGE pieces! I have been struggling so much with that one issue. it sets the stage for the whole process to go bazirk. thank you so much!!by the way I bought the same black n decker "dust buster" about a year ago and love mine too. I just have the worst time cutting the really fluffy stuff. Jerry (my significant other) bought me a set that has several interchangeable razors to it. I mean to tell you it slices and dices cuddle like no one business. he got it from WalMart in the tools section. where there is screw drivers , and other types of knives. really works super super well like cutting butter. Also I have a huge white or clearish cutting board that fits on a double bed. or a queen well. then I lay my fabric out (this is for large pieces) and, cut it. (well, with cuddle, I am still working on that!) I usually cut my baby blanket 35 to 40 but, I never have made them square like, one side might be 40 and the other might be 35. because, I am always trying to fix it.. does it have to be square? yes, I am a blonde.. lmbo. thanks for all your tips I really do use them.
Thank you for this video, I've watched lots of different videos and they weren't much help. You're video makes it feel easier to do 💕 😁
You're very welcome!
I love watching you work! I wish that my projects went as well as your.
I’ve had so much trouble with these 45 degree angles for mitered corners and where to put the ruler but this video makes it so much easier ! Thank you
I’m also making templates for 2”, 3”, and 4” borders ...such a great idea !
Its easy to make that diagonal going the wrong way. I can't tell you how many times I've had to rip out the corners on fast turn baby blanets. So, I never trim them until I pull the blanket inside out to make sure its right!
Really I having a hard time I would love to make a template I tried making one and I thought it turned out good but then I get all wonky on the back what did I do wrong help love the videos
Wow that 2” boarder template is super helpful thank you! Love your videos.
I just ordered a new sewing machine the other night so I can start working on more projects! Singer 9960 and I can’t wait to try it 😍
Got the same machine... can’t wait for it to arrive and get started ☺️
Super helpful hints that gave me the courage to pull out the rose cuddle fabric I had been too intimidated to use for several years. I used every hint of yours and made a little quilt for my new grand dog. Thank you for the great video!
That's wonderful! I'm so glad you found it helpful! -teresa
Learned about your shows when I attended a video class at Cozy Creative Center in January 2022. How I am hooked! Hope to see you at ROAD.
Awwww.... so cute....I’m just learning how to sew with this so soft fabric.....love it....
Thanks so much for teaching us this !
I love your videos♥️
I enjoy using Cuddle thanks for your excellent videos!
Like your tee❤
I love your videos. You are so real. See you at your booth in Houston.
I look forward to meeting you there! --teresa
How would you go about doing this in a larger size and if you want to put it onto a long arm and quilted?
We have a tutorial for making a larger size, as well as how to finish a quilt with a self-binding edge. If you want to have it longarmed, I'd suggest doing that first and then do the self-binding. --teresa
Shared! For a very hopeful chance to win!
I haven't seen you square up material before measuring, marking and cutting. How do you square up the material first?
I generally just square up from the selvage. I like to use a large square ruler, even it up along the selvage, then use long rulers to draw a straight line all the way across the width of the fabric. You'll want to make sure you can lay that edge out completely flat. I've found that the big 6- or 8- foot tables are great for this. If you have two to put next to each other, it's ideal! --teresa
I made this baby blanket yesterday and had to rip out the border and reduce the tension down to nearly 1 to keep the fabric from puckering and twisting. Don’t think I try this material again!
I'm sorry to hear you struggled with it. Did you double-pin as demonstrated? That really helps prevent the twisting, as well as the puckering. We have lots of videos with techniques that work well with our plush knit fabrics. -teresa
Do you ever use iron on stabilizer to stop the fabric from stretching?
I have used it, especially for applique and patchwork, to get rid of the stretch. It works very well, but it does require extra time and materials. I know some people use strips of it along the seam lines to make it easier to sew. Let us know how it works for you! --teresa
Love watching, thanks! How much would you charge for a baby size?
We don't sell pre-made blankets, but with a quick google search, I bet you could find several examples. --teresa
Please!
I binding the blanket with zig zag stitches and underneath I placed some tissue paper from the toilet paper which I now struggle to remove. Even using tweezers. I put it on otherwise the needle wouldn't proceed. I washed the cover hoping it would come off, but nothing. How could I do? Thanks from Italy!
What is the name of that blue chenille? I love it, and need to find it! I have done a lot of sewing with minky, but this has given me lots of good tips.
I think it might be this one, but you can see all the colors that Luxe Cuddle Chenille and Weave on the website: www.shannonfabrics.com/luxe-cuddle/embossed/luxe-cuddler-chenille-saltwater -teresa
My bottom fabric seems too large. What do you recommend. My corners don't line up like yours.
When determining the size of the border, do you also add in a seam allowance?
No need to add in a seam allowance, because we sew it down with a raw edge. Easy! -teresa
Can you just quilt woven to batting and then put minky on back not quilted?
Absolutely! You can certainly do that, then decide if you want to tack it down at all, or not. --teresa
The feed dogs on my sewing machine catch on backing of the Luxe Rose fabric I am using as the wrap around fabric. Do you have any suggestions? I have found a lot of useful information with this video and your other videos. Double pinning and which tool to use to cut the different cuddle fabrics are at the top of my favorites! Thank you!
I have seen this happen before and I know that people have used a variety of techniques to help with it. You can use something in between the feed dogs and the fabric. This can be a stabilizer (tearaway or water soluble stabilizer) or something basic like tissue paper. Some machines just seem to have way more grip than others and catch the fabric. I hope this helps! -teresa
I might hand baste to keep the C3 from shifting
You absolutely can hand baste and some do. We've shown our preferred way to tackle this project, but there are always variations that others can (and will!) do with much success. --teresa
Did you wash and dry the cuddle fabric before you measured and cut it?
No because Cuddle® does not shrink. You may want to wash and dry if it is a dark or bright color to make sure all the dyes have been removed, but it will not affect the size. --teresa
Please what kind of fabrics are you using l am in GB and not familiar with the names . Thank you
The Luxe Cuddle® and Cuddle® fabrics we have are all minky plush fabrics.
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What brand is your sewing machine
It is a Baby Lock Crescendo. -teresa
Where did u get that awesome big ruler?
It's from Quilters' Select and you can find it a variety of shops or directly from QuiltersSelect.com -teresa
Is there a way to order Shannon fabrics online? I can't see to find anywhere to get it near me. From what I've found I need to find a store that sells it, but that seems to be my problem.
There are hundreds of retailers who sell our fabrics. You can find some listed here: www.shannonfabrics.com/index.php?main_page=retailers. -teresa
Can I put my Patchwork cotton as an inset?
Absolutely. If you want to add batting, make sure to quilt it. Otherwise, you can insert it without any quilting, just as you would with a piece of Cuddle, into the center.
What sewing machine do you recommend????
There are a lot of great machines; I recommend reaching out to a local shop and working with them in regards to what fits your needs and your budget. I sew on a BabyLock Crescendo most of the time, but also have a Bernina and a Pfaff. -teresa
How do you sew a cuddle Critter Count blanket .a tutorial?
You can watch it here: ua-cam.com/video/RKU3g0U6oqQ/v-deo.html
i use my sewing toothbrush and i just run it over 1 time and it takes care of it
Use a larger table. I got lost in all the rearrangements.
I watched this whole thing in hopes of learning how to use batting but you only spoke about it for 3 minutes at 1:30:00. That’s disappointing.
Sorry that was a disappointment; this blanket is made without batting so that it does not need to be quilted. If you are interested in adding batting and quilting a blanket, we do have a couple of videos that would help. In Three Ways to Bind (ua-cam.com/video/ECBw6msp8l8/v-deo.html), we talk about varieties of batting, how to quilt it (yourself or hired), and a variety of ways to bind it, including the self-binding method we talk about here. I hope you can find the info you're looking for, but if you have any specific questions, please reach out to me at teresa@shannonfabrics.com