Walk, Jog, Run-A Free-Motion Quilting Workout Muscle-Memory-Building Exercises, Projects & Tips

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Pub. Date: 2020-03-25
Publisher(s): C&T Publishing / Stash Books
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Summary

Train your hands to free-motion quilt like a pro! Building your muscle memory, you'll learn quilting workouts intended to help you master a number of creative stitch designs, with clear step-by-step instructions. Then practice quilting with 10 unique skill-building projects, plus 7 bonus ideas, from modern quilts to gifts and home decor. Whether you're a total beginner or coming in with a few “races” under your belt, you can confidently walk, jog, or run the path to quilting success! This beginner-friendly guide includes plenty of inspiration and coaching to help you move beyond the basics of free-motion quilting.
  • Get warmed up with 4 chapters to teach you the basics of free-motion quilting
  • Exercise your free-motion skills with 10 practice workouts to get you moving
  • Sprint to the finish line with 17 exciting projects to showcase your talents

Author Biography

Dara Tomasson is a public school teacher turned professional quilter. When she isn't teaching, longarm quilting, or cheering her kids at their basketball games, Dara loves to design patterns, make YouTube videos, and quilt for charity. She lives on Vancouver Island. daratomasson.com

Table of Contents

Contents

Introduction

Section I Foundation Building - Full page opener - asked author to send 1/2 yard cuts of fabrics

Chapter 1 Sewing Machines and other Supplies

Sewing Machines

Needles and Bobbins

Presser Feet

Drawing Implements and Writing Surfaces

Understanding Sewing Machine Tension

Maintenance

Chapter 2 Thread, Fabric, and Batting

Thread

Fabric

Batting

Chapter 3 Setting up your Sewing Space and Setting Goals

Physical Space

Setting Goals

Chapter 4 Basic Skills

Basics of Free Motion Quilting

Making a Quilt Sandwich

Basting a Quilt

Making and Attaching Binding

Quilt Labels: A Special Touch

Foundation Building Practice Workouts

Section II Design Elements and Projects

Chapter 5 Straight Line Quilting

Design Element: Straight Lines

Design Variations

Practice Workouts

Project: On A Roll

Extra! Straight Line Stitched Quilt

Chapter 6 Quilting Directional e's and l's

Design Elements: e's and l's

Design Variations

Practice Workouts

Project: Tote-ally Terrific

Extra! FMQ to Embellish Straps

Chapter 7 Quilting Loops

Design Element: loops

Design Variations

Practice Workouts

Project: Heart of the Home Pillow Cover

Extra! Log Cabin Quilt

Chapter 8 Quilting Daisies

Design Element: Daisies

Design Variations

Practice Workouts

Project: He Loves Me; He Loves Me Not Apron

Extra! Quick and Yummy Quilt

Chapter 9 Quilting Paisleys

Design Element: Paisleys

Design Variations

Practice Workouts

Project: Ohio Star Table Runner

Extra! Ohio Star Quilt

Chapter 10 Quilting Stipple, Meandering & Puzzle Designs

Design Elements: Stippling, Meandering & Puzzles

Design Variations

Practice Workouts

Project: So Happy Together Placemats

Extra! Make them Extra Fun

Chapter 11 Quilting Circuit Boards

Design Elements: Circuit Boards

Design Variations

Practice Workouts

Project: Technically Speaking Computer Cover

Extra! Knome Garden Quilt

Chapter 12 Quilting Wishbones and Fancy L's

Design Elements: Wishbones, Fancy L's

Design Variations

Practice Workouts

Project: Continuous Fancy Eights Builder Quilt

Chapter 13 Quilting Ribbon Candy

Design Element: Ribbon Candy Curves

Design Variations

Practice Workouts

Project: X's and O's Quilt

Chapter 14 Quilting Clamshells

Design Element: Clamshells

Design Variations

Practice Workouts

Project: Checkerboard Quilt Set

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