June 18, 2020June 18, 2020 by Terry Cowans

Getting Started with Quilting

Lately, a few people ask about getting started with quilting, so I’ve put together a short list of items you will need to get started. I’ve been quilting since 2006, a wonderful friend showed me how to cut up fabric and assemble it into a work of art! I love to quilt! Try it!

Quilt Pattern of your choice
Fabric and thread (fat squares or jelly rolls)
Sewing Machine
Rotary Cutter
Self-healing cutting mat
Ruler 24″ x 6″
Grips for Ruler
Iron
Wool ironing mat
Take a beginner class at local sewing store, suggest Quilt Beginnings – Dublin Ohio
See Missouri Star Quilt Company for inspiration
My video about my Sewing Table
My video about Storing Fabric under the Bed (storage bags)
My video about Making a T-shirt Quilt

A simple Singer sewing machine with do the job. There are fancier machines, but try quilting to see if you like the hobby before purchasing a larger more expensive sewing machine.

Buy quality self-healing mats, grid rulers, and rotary cutters.

I recommend using a small iron with a steam setting and a mat in your work space.

You will also need pins, fabric scissors and a seam ripper. You can get a fancy cutter tool, but again, my recommendation is to stick with the basics when starting out.

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