Make a STRING TULIP quilt using scraps with Beth Shibley
Beth Shibley has always wanted to make a String Tulip quilt. So today she's taking her scraps to applique beautiful tulips into quilt blocks!
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Beth Shibley
Beth Shibley loves to create and share her adventures in quilting. Simple patterns and practical gifts are what she loves most.
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Beth Shibley has always wanted to make a String Tulip quilt. So today she's taking her scraps to applique beautiful tulips into quilt blocks!
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The tutorial video is 00:16:31.
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Video Transcript
A string tulip quilt is a type of quilt that features a tulip block made from string piecing. String piecing involves sewing strips of fabric onto a foundation fabric, creating a quilt block with a scrappy, quilt-as-you-go effect.
Here are the steps to make a string tulip quilt:
Choose your fabrics: Select a variety of fabrics in colors and patterns that complement each other. You will need a mix of light and dark fabrics for the tulip petals and background.
Cut your foundation fabric: Cut your foundation fabric into squares or rectangles, depending on the size of your tulip block. The foundation fabric should be a neutral color or a color that complements your other fabrics.
String piecing: Cut your fabric strips into the same width and sew them onto the foundation fabric using a sewing machine. Place the first strip at a diagonal angle across the center of the foundation fabric and continue sewing strips in a clockwise or counterclockwise direction until the foundation fabric is covered. Press the seams flat after each strip is sewn.
Cut your tulip pieces: Once the foundation fabric is covered in string piecing, cut out the tulip shape from the block. You can create a tulip shape by free-hand cutting or using a template.
Assemble the tulip block: Once you have cut out your tulip pieces, arrange them on a background fabric and sew them together to create the tulip block. You can also add stems and leaves to the block.
Assemble the quilt top: Repeat the process to create more tulip blocks and arrange them into rows to create the quilt top. Add sashing and borders if desired.
Quilting and finishing: Once the quilt top is complete, layer it with batting and backing fabric and quilt as desired. You can use a quilting machine or hand-quilt to add decorative stitching to the quilt. Finally, bind the quilt and add any finishing touches, such as a label or hanging sleeve.
Overall, the string tulip quilt is a fun and unique way to create a scrappy and colorful quilt that celebrates the beauty of nature.
Here are the steps to make a string tulip quilt:
Choose your fabrics: Select a variety of fabrics in colors and patterns that complement each other. You will need a mix of light and dark fabrics for the tulip petals and background.
Cut your foundation fabric: Cut your foundation fabric into squares or rectangles, depending on the size of your tulip block. The foundation fabric should be a neutral color or a color that complements your other fabrics.
String piecing: Cut your fabric strips into the same width and sew them onto the foundation fabric using a sewing machine. Place the first strip at a diagonal angle across the center of the foundation fabric and continue sewing strips in a clockwise or counterclockwise direction until the foundation fabric is covered. Press the seams flat after each strip is sewn.
Cut your tulip pieces: Once the foundation fabric is covered in string piecing, cut out the tulip shape from the block. You can create a tulip shape by free-hand cutting or using a template.
Assemble the tulip block: Once you have cut out your tulip pieces, arrange them on a background fabric and sew them together to create the tulip block. You can also add stems and leaves to the block.
Assemble the quilt top: Repeat the process to create more tulip blocks and arrange them into rows to create the quilt top. Add sashing and borders if desired.
Quilting and finishing: Once the quilt top is complete, layer it with batting and backing fabric and quilt as desired. You can use a quilting machine or hand-quilt to add decorative stitching to the quilt. Finally, bind the quilt and add any finishing touches, such as a label or hanging sleeve.
Overall, the string tulip quilt is a fun and unique way to create a scrappy and colorful quilt that celebrates the beauty of nature.
