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Straight of Grain - Quilting Terminology

Straight of Grain - Quilting Terminology

Jenny Doan explains what "straight of grain" means in this quick Quilting Terminology video. The Quilting Terminology videos are short and go over some of the basic quilting terms for beginner quilters. If you are an experienced quilter, please be sure to check out our full length tutorials.. To check out Missouri Star's awesome selection of Quilting Supplies, go to.

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Jenny Doan

Jenny Doan is an American quilter, author, and YouTube personality. Jenny started Missouri Star Quilt Company in 2008 and today it is the largest quilting supply vendor in the United States.

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Jenny Doan explains what "straight of grain" means in this quick Quilting Terminology video. The Quilting Terminology videos are short and go over some of the basic quilting terms for beginner quilters. If you are an experienced quilter, please be sure to check out our full le...

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The tutorial video is 00:00:36.

Is a transcript available?

Yes. A written transcript is available on the tutorial page.

Video Transcript

Hi, it's Jenny, from the Missouri Star Quilt Company!

Have you ever wondered what the straight of grain is?

Fabric is woven using horizontal threads and vertical threads. Cut either direction that can refer to the straight of grain. So, directly across the fabric or straight down the side of the fabric. Either way is straight of grain.

And now you know.

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