Quilting

Quilting Quilting holds the layers of a quilt together, gives a quilt its texture, and should add to the overall beauty of the piece. Quilting motifs range from geometric grids and simple heart shapes to elaborate scrolls. Some appliqué motifs look best if they are outlined or echoed by quilting. Transferring designs Once the quilt top is finished, you need to transfer the quilting pattern onto it. Use equipment that can be easily removed, such as water- or air-soluble pens or light pencil marks, to mark the pattern. Tailor’s chalk applied lightly can usua be removed. Slivers of soap can make effective and washable marks on dark fabrics. Dressmaker’s carbon paper is indelible and not recommended. Masking tape 1 This method only works for quilting designs in straight lines. After…

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