Quilting 101: Quilting Lingo with Missouri Star Quilt Co!
Hey, we get it. It can be hard to keep up with all the quilting lingo. But don't fret - Natalie is here to teach you about quilting terminology in this new episode of Quilting 101, a series of quick and easy quilting tutorials especially for beginners.
Instructor
Natalie Doan
Natalie is the host of Quilting 101, Embroidery 101 and the Creative Strategist and Editor of Block Magazine at Missouri Star Quilt Company. She was taught how to sew by her mom, of course, and began quilting when she grew up.
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What is covered in Quilting 101: Quilting Lingo with Missouri Star Quilt Co!?
Hey, we get it. It can be hard to keep up with all the quilting lingo. But don't fret - Natalie is here to teach you about quilting terminology in this new episode of Quilting 101, a series of quick and easy quilting tutorials especially for beginners.
How long is the tutorial video?
The tutorial video is 00:13:08.
Is a transcript available?
Yes. A written transcript is available on the tutorial page.
Video Transcript
Quilt Block: A quilt block is a square or rectangular section of the quilt that has been pieced or appliqued to create a design or pattern.
Fat Quarter: A fat quarter is a piece of fabric that measures approximately 18 inches by 22 inches, and is commonly used in quilting.
Binding: Binding is the fabric strip that is used to finish the edges of a quilt, covering the raw edges of the fabric and holding the layers together.
Batting: Batting is the material used to add warmth and thickness to the quilt, and is placed between the quilt top and backing fabric.
Quilting: Quilting refers to the stitching used to hold the layers of the quilt together, and can be done by hand or by machine.
Applique: Applique is a technique where fabric pieces are sewn onto a background fabric to create a design or pattern.
Bias: Bias refers to the diagonal grain of a fabric, and is often used in quilting to create curves and other shapes.
Fussy Cutting: Fussy cutting is a technique where a specific part of a fabric print is cut and used to create a design or pattern.
Jelly Roll: A jelly roll is a pre-cut bundle of fabric strips, typically 2.5 inches wide, and is commonly used in quilting.
Quilt Sandwich: The quilt sandwich is the term used to describe the layers of the quilt, consisting of the quilt top, batting, and backing fabric.
These are just a few examples of the many terms and phrases used in the world of quilting. Learning and using these terms can help you communicate more effectively with other quilters and better understand quilting instructions and tutorials.
