I just want something simple - like just a patchwork of quilt squares, nothing too fancy, as I've never really sewed before either. I want to make a bedspread, and I've figure I need 858 4" blocks, or 520 5" blocks to make what I want, with 1/4 in seam allowance. I'm looking for quilting squares online (I don't get out shopping much) and I don't know what a 'fat quarter' is. These seem more available than blocks. What would be easier for me, but still make a nice classy quilt that I can use for a bedspread?
2006-06-08 03:00:59 · 6 answers · asked by krystal_leighton 3 in Games & Recreation ➔ Hobbies & Crafts
I prefer answers from experienced quilters only! Thanks!
2006-06-08 03:08:57 · update #1
A fat quarter is a piece of fabric that is 1/4 yard, but is cut 18x21 instead of 9x42. Look for a pattern for an Irish Chain quilt or Churn Dash quilt, they are both simple quilt patterns that look very impressive when finished. It's important to know what pattern you are using before figuring out how many squares you will need. Go to your local library for info on quilts, patterns,layouts for blocks, and finishing your quilt. Or create a Charm quilt, which is made of one block, size and shape of your choosing, but the trick is no two pieces of fabric in a charm quilt are alike. I like to use old cotton shirts and things I find at yard sales and used clothing stores for these. A quilt is your own creation so there is no 'right' or 'wrong', as long as you're happy, it is perfect! Good luck and have fun, that's the important part of quilting!!
2006-06-08 05:16:37 · answer #1 · answered by coolkris12001 3 · 5⤊ 0⤋
Go to www.lunnfabrics.com
They carry some very interestingly patterned fabrics and there is a lot of information on their website. A fat quarter has about the same area of fabric as a quarter of a yard but its shape is different. A fat quarter is a half of a yard in length (18 inches) and half the width of the bolt which is usually around twenty two (22) inches.
Do a yahoo search for fat quarters and you will also find lots of places with precut blocks, selling about 50 or so for anywhere between 5-10 bucks. Lunn fabrics is a little more costly, but the fabrics there are really unique and might be of your liking.
2006-06-08 10:10:32 · answer #2 · answered by Heather 5 · 1⤊ 0⤋
You local quilting store will have classes where you can learn to quilt. An online group is a good idea, too. Fat quarters are fabric cut to a certain size. Quilters use them a lot.
2006-06-08 10:03:13 · answer #3 · answered by BonesofaTeacher 7 · 2⤊ 0⤋
Sears has cheap ones
2006-06-08 10:02:21 · answer #4 · answered by Anonymous · 1⤊ 0⤋
Check out this web site. It will help you a lot.
http://www.littlequilts.com/
2006-06-08 10:04:04 · answer #5 · answered by Anonymous · 1⤊ 0⤋
i would join a yahoo group for this purpose...they will be glad to help you and may have some help files
2006-06-08 10:02:01 · answer #6 · answered by susuze2000 5 · 1⤊ 0⤋