So, I made a baby quilt when I was pregnant using the quilt as you go method. I did not like it at all. That was 14+years ago. I am thinking over time I may have gained skill, knowledge and patience. Jeez, I hope I gained something. I belong to a Facebook group for quilt as you go. I have seen quite a few beautiful quilt as you go pieces, so I thought maybe I should re-investigate this method.
So, since I am participating in the Fall quilt Along, I thought this might be the time to give it a shot. So, I watched a few videos again on quilt as you go. I was especially fond of Leah Days videos on this technique. Gosh she makes it look easy. So, Since the fall quilt along is blocks, I figured that it would be a good one to do.
So, I took the plunge. I quilted my hedgehog block. I don’t hate it yet, but I have not tried to put them together yet either. That will be the tell-tale sign for me. Time will tell.
Happy Sewing
Happy Quilting
The hedgehog is very cute. I have played around with qayg and made a Leah Day quilt. However now if I do it I prefer doing far bigger pieces and then putting them together as Marti Michell. Hope yours is satisfying when you get going.
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Thanks Kathryn!
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Wow – I’ll be curious to see how it turns out. I LOVE how it looks now, but I just don’t see how you’ll put it together. Will tune in to see – I love the idea of quilting a bunch of small pieces instead of wrestling with a whole blanket.
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Thanks Jodi, i will certainly update!
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How cute is that little rascal?
You’re braver than me. I have no intentions to try QAYG. I’m still a ditch girl for now. I’d love to see yours as it progresses!
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It looks great, Lori. I keep telling myself I should try QAYG, but I have yet to take the big step.
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That is one of the cutest quilts I have ever seen. So adorable!!😄❤
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Thanks Tonya!
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Warmly welcome.😄❤
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Your hedgehog is adorable and the quilting is awesome! You’re funny Lori! I know you’ve gained tons of quilting skills in 14 yrs.
I’ve never QAYG, it looks like it makes quilting so much more manageable but I’m always thinking the adding sashing around the blocks will hurt my head 🤪 I’ll be interested in your opinion of finishing.
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Thanks Abbie. Time will tell 🙂
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This is going to be adorable! I have done something similar…embroidered “in the hoop” quilts that have you quilt each block and then put them together. It’s not that hard! Just a bit bulkier when working with the quilt. What’s really nice, though, is when you finish assembly, its DONE!! LOL
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Hedge looks great quilted. Just keep telling yourself that you won’t have to manhandle that big quilt!
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Thanks Kathy!
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What a cut hedgehog. Love the fabrics.
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Thanks Mary!
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That came out really cute!
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The hedgehog quilt is super cute! I am looking forward to seeing how you put it together as I have never tried the quilt-as-you-go method.
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Thanks Connie
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I will be interested to see what you think in the long run. I have been happy with QAYG for small pieces.
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Great to hear there is hope.
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What did you hate about it and can I find Leah Days on Youtube? I am a constant beginner it seems and need all the help I can get. The QAYG method seemed to solve some problems for but I am yet to try it on the blocks I have been accumulating. I am infact terrified I will ruin all the work I have already put in when I try to connect them. EEK
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I just did not like hiw it turned out. Worth trying again. Search YouTube fit Leah Day quilting videos.
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Looking good Lori! Let me know how it goes with the QAYG technique. I found a great Creative Grid 45 degree ruler that is really helping with my Stars! Have a great week-end, and as usual, I am late in commenting! Hugs Keeping your Sister in my thoughts!
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Thanjs Nanette!
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Hi Lori! I am so glad to read you are giving it a shot again. I had a similar experience about the same time you first tried it, and haven’t given it a go again either. I am 100% sure you have gained a LOT of skills in that time. I have found that as I’ve aged I am much more tolerant in other areas of my life, so maybe you will find that you can now tolerate QAYG. I’m looking forward to seeing your progress! Happy Monday! ~smile~ Roseanne
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Thanks Roseanne. Have a wonderful week!
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Your hedgehog is adorable! I love QAYG — the technique has been modified over the years still doesn’t apply to all layouts but when I can use it – its my preferred method! Looking forward to seeing your progress! Happy Sewing Lori!
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When my son was young, his favorite story I read to him was The Happy Hedgehog Band. This block reminds me of that time. It is a good memory. Good luck with your new technique. I hope it works our for you.
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It looks good! I want to do more quilt as you go in the future, thanks for the inspiration 🙂
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That one looks good. My friend, Edi, does a lot of this, and seems to be working to perfect that skill. I like hers, but I’m more likely to buy a longarm!
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I still want a long arm, but still have a child to educate. Some day.
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Love the hedgehog – super cute! Mx
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Thanks Melony!
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Cute Hedgehog! I’ll have to check out Leah Days QAYG videos. Currently I’m working on a QAYG from Quilt as you go made Vintage.
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Thanks!
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