I am very much a learner at this and sewing. Trying to teach myself to save money on attending classes.
2007-12-23 15:09:32 · 4 answers · asked by Lee 1 in Games & Recreation ➔ Hobbies & Crafts
"Cutting by fabric width" means cutting across the fabric from selvedge to selvedge (the woven edges that run the length of the fabric). If you are prewashing your new fabric (some do, some don't -- I do), you'll press to match the selvedges together carefully, making a new fold in the center. I fold that again (lengthwise), selvedges to the new fold, then I'm ready to cut across the width of the fabric. Square up the first end, making the cut end straight by using your rotary cutter & acrylic ruler.
The very best money you can spend on quilting is in a class for beginners. Check with quilt shops, city Recreation departments, extension offices, college listings. They don't have to be expensive, but you'll learn SO much.
~~Darlene in Southern California
www.TheQuiltedCabin.com
2007-12-23 16:40:18 · answer #1 · answered by Darlene C 1 · 2⤊ 0⤋
Darlene has the right answer - you should re-consider a class. You'll spend a lot more money in supplies, fabric and time if you have to go it alone. Many fabric stores even offer free classes if you buy their supplies.
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2007-12-24 01:29:03 · answer #2 · answered by Kacky 7 · 0⤊ 0⤋
the first answer is right. it means cutting from salvage to salvage. yahoo has some great groups with great people in them. i belong to al ot of groups for machine embroidery designs. join some yahoo groups and people there will help you learn. you really don't need to take lesson.
just remember to have fun.
2007-12-24 03:37:45 · answer #3 · answered by Deb 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Valuable topic, just what I was searching for.
2016-08-26 13:38:29 · answer #4 · answered by ? 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋