Make a quilt using precut fabrics and learn how to quilt-as-you-go!

Michelle Marvig

Final size:

133cm x 160cm (52½in x 63in)

USD $30.39

Beginner

Quilting

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Description

Starting and finishing quilts doesn’t have to be hard – with some precut fabrics and the quilt-as-you-go method finished with some appliqué, Michelle Marvig shows you how to create a fun quilt project from start to finish.

Includes instructions for making your own version of the Kalamazoo Quilt pattern
Pattern sheet included with appliqué design ready for tracing
To get started, Michelle shows you how to select your fabrics and machine piece them before moving on to quilting the individual blocks
Then when your blocks are finished and quilted, you’ll learn how to join them and cover the joins with fabric strips
Michelle shows you how to add the appliqué flower details using free-motion machine quilting
As a bonus, Michelle shows you a clever way to create binding strips that perfectly match up the joins of a striped fabric
Detailed step-by-step instructions take you through the process for making the quilt from cutting your fabrics through to completing the quilt
A great project for beginner quilters looking to learn a variety of different techniques in the one project, and for learning how to quilt on a domestic sewing machine

Lesson plan

Chapter 1

Chapter 1: Meet Michelle Marvig (7 min) Meet quilter, designer and teacher Michelle Marvig as she introduces you to the project quilt using precut fabrics and technique you’ll be learning.

Chapter 2

Chapter 2: Sew and quilt the blocks (22 min) Michelle show you how to select your fabrics for the block, machine piece them and then individually quilt the blocks.

Chapter 3

Chapter 3: Join the blocks (19 min) Once all your blocks are quilted, Michelle shows you how to join and sew your quilted blocks together and covering the joins with strips.

Chapter 4

Chapter 4: Add the appliqué (20 min) When all your quilt blocks are joined, Michelle shows you how to add the appliqué details with free-motion quilting.

Chapter 5

Chapter 5: Bind the quilt (6 min) Lastly, Michelle will show you a way to create your binding strips to perfectly match up joins using striped fabrics.

Chapter 6

Chapter 6: Michelle’s quilt gallery (10 min) Take some inspiration from Michelle’s gallery of other stunning quilts showcasing a variety of techniques.

Materials

Designer

Michelle Marvig

How would you describe your particular craft style? Traditional patchwork with a twist. I love starting with a traditional design, but updating the technique or layout to create something new. I general piece and appliqué by machine, however also enjoy hand piecing.

Did your distinctive style happen over time or was it immediate when you started stitching? When I first started making quilts, I simply made quilts from other people’s patterns. But then I started to work as a sample quiltmaker for a fabric importer and needed to be able to publish my own original patterns. I have been designing my originals for 25 years now. As I develop my skills, my patterns change to reflect the new skills. Also, a change in house has altered my quiltmaking style, as my new home has a more modern feel.

Are you good at all the crafts you’ve tried? I used to knit and make clothes and dolls, but since patchwork, I’ve not really had the time or inclination to go back to these crafts. But I now have a granddaughter, so making dresses for her may be in my future. I love the look of crochet but have never mastered the art. Can’t keep the loops even!

What sorts of crafts do you avoid like the plague? Paper crafts. I have so much sewing paraphernalia that I could not fit the tools required for paperwork in the house.

Other than crafting, how do you like to spend your time? Working as the creative director for Quilters Companion magazine, taking QC tour groups overseas for patchwork adventures, designing fabric ranges for Leutenegger and spending time with family.

Do you listen to music/radio or watch TV while you sew - what do you like to listen to/watch? I listen to the radio or will have the TV on while I sew. I enjoy home shows, travel shows, cooking shows and documentaries. Something that I can learn from.

Do you like craft shopping alone or with friends? I love shopping with other people. I’m lucky that I get to take people shopping overseas while on tour for QC. It is fabulous to help others select fabrics, throw in a few pieces they may not have considered, and open up the possibilities of fabric combinations. Actually, it is the same when I teach. Helping select fabrics for a new project for a student and seeing it through to the end result is very rewarding.

What are you top five favourite craft blogs? Due to my busy schedule, I don’t have time to read blogs. The only one that I have followed is Barbara Brackman (barbarabrackman.blogspot.com.au), who writes about antique quilts. We have a lot to learn from those who came before us.

Michelle Marvig, Pieceville

www.pieceville.com.au

michelle@pieceville.com.au