Hello ladies. I am a quilting newbie. I started a year ago with a dresden plate. Everyone said it was the hardest to start with and that i was insane. I found it very simple. And didn't know what the fuss was all about. I want to do something easy, simple, probably to where you'll laugh at me. But I have 31 fat quarters. 13 of then are duplicate. I want to make a queen size quilt that is large pieces. Strips, squares and rectangles. They are all in vintage 30's/40's style small prints. I do not want a fancy border and I am even fine with tying it instead of quilting it. Can you give me any ideas for layouts/styles and possibly pictoral ideas in a message attachment or email? [email protected] I am looking forward to all suggestions.
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Re: Fat quarter ideas
Love the Turning Twenty and Turning Twenty again patterns!! I also love the Short Stack pattern (uses 14 FQ's...but I like to use 7 fabrics, 2 of each)
Lots if patterns here:
http://www.allpeoplequilt.com/techni...endly_ss0.html
This one is on my to-do list!!
http://www.fatquartershop.com/Free-Q...adot-Quilt.asp~Mary
As ye sew, so shall ye rip.
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Does anyone have a link for classic Turning Twenty quilt pattern? I've googled and binged...just can't find it. Thanks for your help!
turning 20.jpgLast edited by Beach Cottage Quilter; September 20, 2011, 11:14 PM.Happy Quilting,
Rejoice in the Lord always: and again I say, Rejoice! Philippians 4:3
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Re: Fat quarter ideas
Originally posted by Beach Cottage Quilter View PostDoes anyone have a link for classic Turning Twenty quilt pattern? I've googled and binged...just can't find it. Thanks for your help!
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You could cut your fat quarters into 10 inch squares (or whatever size you want) and use the technique used in this tutorial.Last edited by bec; September 20, 2011, 11:41 PM.Bec
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Originally posted by bec View PostIs this what you are talking about? Jenny calls it Double Slice Layer Cake. If not, I think it's pretty close to it and looks easy to do.http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=jxC-0T5lXw4
You could cut your fat quarters into 10 inch squares (or whatever size you want) and use the technique used in this tutorial.Happy Quilting,
Rejoice in the Lord always: and again I say, Rejoice! Philippians 4:3
Link: Turn Your Eyes Upon Jesus
Link:I Will PRAISE Him!
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Maybe this will help?
http://www.ehow.com/how_7172292_make...ilt-block.html
It uses a 10 1/2 x 10 1/2 square, a 7 1/2 x 10 1/2 rectangle, & a 7 1/2 x 17 rectangle to make a 17x17 inch block
This requires 20 fat quarters to make the top (20 blocks, each 16x16 finished)Last edited by jingleme; September 22, 2011, 10:48 AM.
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Jingleme got there b4 me, but hope a double explanation helps. Granny
The original "turning twenty" uses 20 fat quarters.. Block size are: 10.5 x 10.5. 7.5 x 10.5 & 7.5 x 17. That is a square and 2 rectangles form just one block. I think the pattern used 1/2 inch seams...thus your finished block should measure 17 inches. The choice of fabrics is the key to getting that "special" look to each quilt. 4 =68 inches- blocks across and 5 = 82 inches- blocks down should make a nice twin size covering. (esp when you add your border & binding)Judy
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Originally posted by Granny Judy View PostJingleme got there b4 me, but hope a double explanation helps. Granny
The original "turning twenty" uses 20 fat quarters.. Block size are: 10.5 x 10.5. 7.5 x 10.5 & 7.5 x 17. That is a square and 2 rectangles form just one block. I think the pattern used 1/2 inch seams...thus your finished block should measure 17 inches. The choice of fabrics is the key to getting that "special" look to each quilt. 4 =68 inches- blocks across and 5 = 82 inches- blocks down should make a nice twin size covering. (esp when you add your border & binding)Happy Quilting,
Rejoice in the Lord always: and again I say, Rejoice! Philippians 4:3
Link: Turn Your Eyes Upon Jesus
Link:I Will PRAISE Him!
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