💐🌷7 Mistakes To Avoid When Choosing Fabric for Your Quilt

[@JustGetitDoneQuilts]

I know that we all have had moments when we are too afraid to cut our fabric. I wish I could have you all in for a workshop but this video will have to do.

[@liznorth4028]

🙏 for your son 🌹

[@JustGetitDoneQuilts]

Thank you

[@barbararowe771]

Well, you could do a workshop and we could all fly to Toronto!!!!! . . . but the virus. Oops. Maybe someday.

[@katiecunningham6717]

I think we’ve been so saturated with matchy matchy prints it’s hard in the beginning to break out of collections & bundles with confidence. I love your videos. They’re informative without being “my way is the only way’. Love love love your hair!

[@bethotoole6569]

That would be a very big class !! Hope your son is doing well. 👍😎

[@judywymore8867]

By the way, I really like how your hair is looking.

[@Wannaloom]

Judy Wymore I was going to say the same thing!! I’m liking how her natural gray is coming in. Looks so nice!

[@bingealicious5387]

agree!!! Looking silver foxy Karen!

[@cherisseepp5332]

I was going to make the same comment. It somehow makes her look younger...

[@deedeemarie]

Same thought here... looks great!!

[@a.m.6672]

Exactly what I was going to say! Like your hair before, Karen, but it's looking great now! I know that appearance is not important in the grand scheme of things, but a lot of women are dealing with hair issues thanks to quarantine and it's nice to receive compliments...

[@auntkaz422]

Its so reassuring when you say "stick with me and I'll show you how to do it". Ahhh. ☺

[@jetbossard7923]

I think I gravitate to scrappy quilts because of my total lack of knowledge in this area, and the fact, this is one hobby I want to enjoy and not obsess over.

[@jkscott5865]

Yes me too. I’m as inspired by the ladies of Gee’s Bend as I am with Karen. I will continue to make the designs that my heart tells me. But I watch Karen’s organized, logical and very watchable videos. Perhaps by osmosis.

[@anndalynnketellapper8296]

I'm a sewer, not a quilter and I still watch your videos!

[@JustGetitDoneQuilts]

Thank you

[@rhondah1587]

The most beautiful quilt I've ever seen was made by hand by my great grandmother who was a Choctaw native American. She used scraps of cloth left over from the clothes she made for her family. She used no pattern, no color theory, just stiched them together randomly. It was the most precious thing ever. Over the years it saw so much use that it finally deteriorated and had to be discarded. A sad day indeed. I sorely wish I had a picture of it.

[@JustGetitDoneQuilts]

It sounds special

[@rosemarieprince9738]

What a treasure!

[@estelasteele1173]

The number of times I've determined that a fabric isn't "quite right" and I've gone off to the quilt stores to buy more! Staying "safe at home" has certainly helped me to "trust in the pattern" ! Enjoyed this tutorial very much.

[@JustGetitDoneQuilts]

I too have been forced into decisions lately

[@nicolethijs5428]

Your videos are very good! I am an experianced quilter of 70 who has been quilting by hand for 45 years and I must say your videos are so simple, clear and easy to understand! You are a great teacher.

[@JustGetitDoneQuilts]

Thank you very much.

[@terrytt2932]

I've watched most your videos and just found this that I hadn't. In LESS than two years you have more than doubled your subscribers. At the beginning, you state you are 'so close to 150 subscribers'. As far as I'm concerned it should be a million!!

[@JustGetitDoneQuilts]

Wow, thank you!

[@rondacorkhill1654]

You have me hooked on Tula Pink's fabrics. I don't have a lot of fabric sources other than Joann's without driving 50 miles. Jordan Fabrics gave me Kaffe Fasset. LOL

[@ellaw356]

I have only made 4 quilts by hand having Never made a quilt and never having tube. Oh if only I had then, this knowledge. So now my 7 year old puppy got her own quilt. She was so excited!. She loves laying on the couch with me and my quilt. So when she got her own, she was a happy girl! I feel way over my head watching these but ur very funny and enjoy them. Thank you!

[@leiaclark8388]

Karen, your haircut in this video is lovely. It’s soft and frames your face so well and works great with your eyes and glasses, and complements your ears and earrings.

[@robynmorris2408]

Speaking of color.....those red tones look fabulous on you!

[@JustGetitDoneQuilts]

This red has always been my colour 😎

[@monicagrabham9059]

Picking fabrics is the absolutely most difficult part for me. I must be colour blind because oh my I find it to be so hard. I'll keep trying and I'm sure your tips and tricks will help. Thanks for the advice and encouragement.

[@bibliophilecats]

Your tip about taking a black and white foto has been such a big help for me!

[@sherrytabor4843]

Oh my goodness! You are so darned organized!!! One box for every color hue!?!?! This puts you in the Wonder Woman category🦸🏼‍♀️!! You look very refreshed today - red is a good color for you.

[@gloriamarrs3273]

To a fabulous teacher. I’m in Tx. So wish we were closer. I am in the process of teaching a 16 yer old to quilt, so after each session I remind her to watch your show. Starting with the first ones. They are so informative. Keep up the great work. Your fellow quilters Gloria.☝️🧵✝️❤️

[@marymchale5066]

I came across this site by accident, and I am totally hooked. This video is especially helpful because I struggle with color and values, in quilting and in watercolor painting. The use of black and white photos will be very helpful. Thank you. Fabric stash, here I come! Well, maybe after just one more video...

[@blandmcpherson9338]

You go girl! 150,000!

[@cashby1425]

Karen, off topic but your peppery hair and that red/white top look AMAZING. I know you touched on the subject on your live video recently. I just wanted to encourage you to GO FOR IT. :) Now, I can't wait to watch this latest video because you are speaking right to me! Cannot decide what to do with my fabrics and afraid to cut for fear I'll make a mistake. Thanks for everything.

[@anneofhearts]

How much do I love your VIDEOS!!!!?!😂❤😂

[@marilyngandhi8571]

❤I have to hurry up and make this baby quilt before the baby gets too big for it ❤ It’s not going to be very grand, we all know how messy babies can be ❤

[@007Jacqui]

I only just found you but I needed this post as I have been stuck in the overthinking spiral for waaay too long. Thank you so much 👍🏻

[@julieparker8553]

This video made me laugh so hard !!🤣 Thank you for that When ever a day is to long or stressful This is my video to watch I got so happy watching it! I love quilting n playing with fabric! Really enjoy all your videos But this one helps me relax with laughter n love Thank you

[@noreenreasor2517]

That quilt is beautiful. You chose very well. I like your hair also.

[@pegasusquilts]

Super, super, super. I am so grateful you come to my house. And I agree, you are looking great too!

[@gibsonmoore6784]

Hello Peggy

[@jennifermaddock4382]

I love all your advice and I can totally identify with the voices in the head problem. I find that when I have expensive fabric it is harder to cut into. I absolutely love making scrap quilts because I never fear wasting any fabrics. If I get too caught up in perfectionism, I look at some of the quilts that both my grandmothers made. They were fearless about combining patterns and colours and they are absolutely my favourite quilts because they have so much personality.

[@JustGetitDoneQuilts]

Thanks for sharing!!

[@beaswere1662]

Taking a black and white picture is the best idea. I did this recently and it worked great!

[@queen_judgypantspft932]

I think what I like so much about you and your channel is, of all the countless channels that show you how to make cute things, you go deeper. You teach more fundamental skills that so many of us don’t consider. Thank you so much!!!

[@JustGetitDoneQuilts]

😊 thank you

[@curlyanneb1973]

There’s a wonderful place here in Ft. Worth where you can order material that they print on demand. I found a pattern that I just loved. Shades of turquoise with white crosses. Beautiful. So I ordered two yds to just be the main part of the quilt, planning to add to the sides to size it up. Well, the material was so precious that I couldn’t cut it. And...never could match to my satisfaction, anything to piece on the sides. So that wonderful, costly fabric is still in my closet three years later. Yes....I could make a lap quilt and probably will have to, but that’s not what I had in mind. So be careful buying precious fabric.

[@tanalawrence2721]

Hi. I live in Fort Wort. What is the name of the shop that prints on demand? Sounds awesome! Don't beat yourself for keeping the fabric. Just enjoy it.

[@maureenteoh2741]

Thank you so very much for this video . I often struggle with choosing fabrics . I know I will reference this video time and time again !

[@anniegipson3734]

Nothing about quilts, but had to tell you. You look great today!!!

[@JustGetitDoneQuilts]

Thank you

[@80657]

A year later and KZbin says...here watch this tutorial.....I love Just Get It Done Quilts. You have given me ideas for organizing my quilt room and much more. I have a fabric stash but mine is more like precuts. I have jelly rolls...charm packs and layer cakes but all of my precuts I put a pattern name on all of mine so that way when I get done with 1 quilt I can just grab a precut and I know what pattern I bought the precut for. That way it takes all of the guessing out of..."what quilt did I buy this one for again"...kinda thing. I like to buy fabric when it's on sale lol. Then I'll bring it home and go through my pattern books and find a pattern I think it would look good in and go with it. Thank you for all of your hard work. You are an inspiration to the quilting world. Love your channel! God bless.

[@nanch9180]

This was very helpful. You look so much happier today and your smiling face brightened up my day. Thanks I needed that. It’s not always about quilts it’s community that makes this special.

[@JustGetitDoneQuilts]

Community ✋

[@gertrudamort1382]

Greetings from Germany ! Thank you so much vor your advice and knowledge🥰

[@dorothyyoung8231]

You are so right. I’d seen all my life when I started quilting 20 years ago. I didn’t realize how important the community would become in my life. It’s been super!

[@wilycat5290]

I noticed that too. Good to see 😊👍💕

[@triciafahrenholz7425]

@@gertrudamort1382 9oo

[@juliannaburgess9177]

Thank you for another informative video. Besides all that....want to say you look radiant, your hair "fits" you. Style and color.

[@JustGetitDoneQuilts]

Thank you. I think I have one more week until I need to cut it

[@melanievarela4048]

30 seconds in and have to say...you look FABULOUS!

[@melanievarela4048]

And now...I have a desire to pull a mess of uglies and make another "Walk Around The Park". Thanks Karen.

[@JustGetitDoneQuilts]

😊 thank you

[@ellenbalber1798]

I have always watched you on KZbin -- this Facebook feed is much better. I love your approach! You have inspired me to use up what I have on hand and not buy-buy-buy. So thank you!

[@netty062]

Love your hair Karen! Great video as always!

[@JustGetitDoneQuilts]

I must admit it shocked me when I went to edit.

[@deniseluper8078]

Love your videos. Absolutely love your red hst wall hanging, can't stop analyzing it.

[@nancymcknight8929]

Those fabrics and colors were not in my comfort zone at all but I loved the way your quilt turned out. Sometimes it's good to get out of your comfort zone. Love your videos.

[@sharonlyman3029]

I want to thank you for doing these videos. You chose a niche for emphasis that no one else was doing - not the tools, not the overall design, not the quilting. You chose how to do all the small steps for a successful outcome. It is SOOOO helpful. And, your videos are so understandable. I have watched some 2 or 3 times, but that was me not you (color theory, i.e.). This video is especially helpful. I have LOTS of patterns and LOTS of fabric, but Could Not Cut. This will get me going.

[@Joy1957K]

Holey moley ! 😱 You just describe me to a tee. I procrastinate and hesitate ... all the while prolonging the inevitable .... it takes a whole mighty lot of persuasion to get started. I will just have to bite the bullet and finally start on making a quilt. Thank you for some of the best tutorials that are out there ! Luvya lotz Karen 🥰️❤️️💕😍😘

[@loraineleuschke4186]

I learn in spite of myself. You are a good teacher. I make every mistake you point out but I usually do not do it again after your session.

[@JustGetitDoneQuilts]

Mistakes are part of the journey. We should have a bingo card 😎

[@rachelshapiro18]

Love your videos and LOVE your hair. You look beautiful. You never need to color it.

[@JustGetitDoneQuilts]

Oh thank you!

[@martirichards1424]

I pray I'll get as organized as you are, someday. ☺️

[@sashapup0061]

Completely unrelated to how much I LOVE YOUR HAIR... I am learning so much from you!! Thank you for sharing your knowledge!

[@JustGetitDoneQuilts]

Thank you

[@TattooedAussieChick]

I love your videos. You have a lovely calming voice which gives me confidence to try new things.

[@eileen1552]

Where have you been all my sewing life? I struggle with everything you mentioned about making decisions on how to choose fabrics. I am having a great time watching your videos and am learning so much. Thank you, thank you, thank you!!!

[@theresavandeven4187]

Thanks for not to g the nail on the head. It's a challenge to start! Now my new mantra is, "Trust in the design!"

[@memere4137]

Love your videos tutorials. You really know your fabric and sewing and quilting. You are so helpful in all aspect of my quilting. Thank you so much from Innisfil Ontario Canada 🇨🇦

[@ksbrook1430]

I enjoy your videos. You are a good teacher and source of encouragement. Your sense of humor shows, too.

[@vickisperry5827]

You look fabulous! The video was also informative, but that was what struck me hardest - how great you look!

[@JustGetitDoneQuilts]

😊

[@susanwhiten4682]

I just love watching your videos you say out loud what I think in my head!!!!

[@bonniehyden962]

Trust in the design. I'm a newbie. Just finished my second Crib quilt with my BFF as my Mentor. She's been quilting since about 8. ...coming up on half a century experience! On my first quilt I decided on a Jelly Roll. She suggested some extra blocks. I got all blocks finished and started laying them out. BFF advised how to lay out. ...I tried about 11-ty-70 other layouts...and none were working for me. ...it was those extra blocks! I got advise from family members (non-quilters) who said BFF's layout was beautiful! ...so I backed my ears and went with it. >I< didn't get even partially comfortable with the layout until it was half quilted. I didn't 100% like it until I got the border on. There's so much more to this awesome skill of quilting than meets the eye!

[@francesanderson9692]

Your Meadowland quilt turned out beautiful!❤️

[@JustGetitDoneQuilts]

Thank you

[@cindyathome]

You are a frickin' rockstar! Thank you! Fast, Fun & Informative information.

[@JustGetitDoneQuilts]

Thanks for watching!

[@dawncarter5092]

Your quilt turned out lovely. You are right set a timeline and the fidgeting stops, the quilting starts and progress starts. Thank you Karen, really enjoy your podcasts, 🌻

[@caw3258]

I haven't even allowed myself the joy of seeing another of your videos, I just had to let you know how wonderful you look. There's a naturalness that underscores your delivery in your videos. I used to color my hair and then switched to wigs. You are almost enough to make me reconsider! Love your wide range of truly useful topics, too. Oh, and I was so hoping to see your Meadowland quilt in process. Thanks for all your efforts.

[@JustGetitDoneQuilts]

Thank you

[@SparkyOne549]

Maybe this will help you reconsider. I noticed 100% gray roots when I was dying my hair in my 30’s. It wasn’t a hard decision for me, so I quit dying my hair. In 6 months I had a head of mostly salt than pepper with the very little natural color mixed in. Everyone around me pretty much got used to it like I did, so it wasn’t an issue for anyone, but I have been told that I was brave to do so. Brave? For me, it’s part of our natural progression. We always try to change what we can’t change because of societal norms, and media pressure etc. So for me it’s not about being brave or whatever, I’m glad I’m not wasting money on hair dyes every 2 weeks. I don’t care what people think about how I look.

[@JustGetitDoneQuilts]

Racer Girl well I’m COVID grey now 🙄

[@SparkyOne549]

Just Get it Done Quilts I see that and your hair looks great, better than it was. Don’t forget to buy silver shampoo because regular shampoo yellows your hair over time.

[@SparkyOne549]

Just Get it Done Quilts I’m in my 40’s now, 85% white, 15% dark gray almost black.. I was going to get my hair cut short so all the new hair would be gray. I have long hair that I put in a ponytail off to the side. My natural color was a natural Auburn. Dark hair inside, bright orange in the sun. Freaked people out lol.

[@maureenhebert7673]

Just an observation LOVE YOUR HAIR!!! If that’s your natural color DO NOT CHANGE IT. You look amazing and bright!!

[@faithandfitnesswithanna]

I love your videos. You are a good teacher.

[@teriargo4043]

Your Meadowland turned out great!

[@incanada83]

Oh man! You nailed the last one for me. Often, I look at the fabric and debate with myself because "the fabric is soooo pretty"..."what if I waste it:...., and so on. 😱🙄 Thank you for encouragements 🌸🌸🌸🪲👍. Your videos are so helpful!👍👍👍

[@JustGetitDoneQuilts]

It is a common struggle but we all need to use those lovely fabrics!

[@msoh5172]

All of your vids & vlog posts are terrific, inspiring & fun. But really, your hair though. Too cute. You bring me joy.

[@ruthsmith2434]

I love your videos and am trying to watch ALL of them.

[@Thesisters-bv5te]

First of all, how is your son? I love your hair! It looks really good, I love all your videos, we are headed to the lake & i am taking my sewing machine, so I can make a very hard effort to finish my UFO's. Thanks for all you do to continue to educate me, I have been sewing for many yrs and i always learn something new when I see your videos, again thanks.

[@stitchengramie]

You are looking good Karen.

[@semco72057]

I will be making my first quilt from scraps left by my grandmother and I want to use them to piece together a quilt I think she would have wanted to put together herself if she was here. The material has been in about two boxes for decades now because my mother was not into quilting and just made dresses for herself and my sisters. I like the ones you made and if the first one is completed in a decent amount of time I will be making another one from fabric I buy and see if it turns out the way I want it to be.

[@loraineleuschke4186]

Wow when did you jump into my head. I have made myself learn and then apply and not to fret later. I never point out problems when I show other people my finish. I have learned that I am always learning to quilt better. I love every phase of the process from picking fabrics to putting my own spin on things. I do not worry about cutting because I have a ball with my leftovers and or oopses. Thanks for your down to earth approach and helping everyone new or not new to quilting know that they are never the only one to go through a particular problem. And my friends and I have done enough charity quilts to know that someone will love it.

[@jodiegrace2849]

I think your video popped up for a reason. I've got so many projects to do one just a new one so I'm going to cut into the fabric tomorrow 😎 love to be able to get the the states one day, stay safe everyone. Jodie Melbourne Australia 🇦🇺

[@ellenhouseward9206]

Thanks for all the tips and tricks. The black and white photos is a great idea. I often photograph my layout. It is easier to see a glaring block that can be replaced. Also a good idea to hang and photograph the top before quilting. It is easier to see a block not positioned correctly. I mostly quilt for charity with donated fabric. I always say yes and pass on what I don't use. With a mishmash of fabric I don't have nice collections. If I look at a finished quilt and don't really like all the choices I shrug, try to learn something and figure I've spent my time well and made a small dent in Mount scrapmore. Ultimately someone will be warmer and comforted and that is why I quilt.

[@debbiepyleverhoeven5234]

Your hair looks really good today. I let my hair go "natural" before my first grandchild was born and found the grey suits my skin tone better than the brunette out of the bottle.

[@syorich1403]

Sometimes nature knows best!(you know, platinum is very vogue nowadays!)🤫

[@rardean]

Love your videos. You’ve been such a help for me. Your enthusiasm is contagious. Thank you 🙏

[@susanclark7872]

Dear Karen, thanks so much for your video. I did purchase the 3 - 1 Color Tool. Sorry I didn’t buy through you link....I’m figuring this stuff out. Anyway this video was very helpful as well as the color study videos. Have been sewing and quilting for years but I stay in my comfort zone for sure....!? Need to be a little more intensional and adventurous. Send blessings to you, family and son.

[@coreybartkuscole444]

This video is so great!! Made me think AND made me laugh! Thanks so much!!💙💚💛

[@sherethachambers1240]

I just began watching your videos. Im not good at sewing but your personality really drew me in. I'm going to try this quilting thing. I sew on hand.

[@tombarrett3773]

Years ago I bought some fabric on a trip in Amsterdam. I don't have a lot, hopefully enough for a wall hanging . However it was expensive and special to me. With the stay at home order, I'm finally thinking it's time to get ready to cut. Notice the hesitation is still there!!! Canadian Sue

[@TarahMatson-zz2hj]

You are amazing. I always learn from you and am inspired by you. ❤️

[@marypino3125]

Karen!!! I love love your hair!!! 😁😁. And YOU are my fav KZbin ❤️

[@JustGetitDoneQuilts]

😊 thank you

[@singe0diabolique]

I always do scrappy quilts. More than once I have stalled out on a quilt because I couldn't decide which fabric I should put next in the quilt. I finally realized that if I liked it it would work out in the end.

[@JustGetitDoneQuilts]

👍

[@blbla7111]

Thank's! Have a nice day!

[@Stoffmonster467]

Very well organized stash👍 Yes, my project management professor told us: the worst decision is no decision. If you make the wrong decision you have to do it again, but you made a step forwards.

[@JustGetitDoneQuilts]

We think of decisions as wrong and right when most of the time it's good, better, best.

[@danababb1226]

Love your hair! Let nature take it's course!!!

[@maureentaphouse5206]

I do enjoy your non nonsense analytical approach . I shall share this with my UK Quilting group and hopefully it will help some make their decisions. And yes we learn from our mistakes that was always my mantra to students on my courses.

[@zerozero9085]

Yes! Keep your hair like this! It's lovely on you, so flattering.

[@LissaRick]

Thank you so much for this video this is always the most daunting task for me to complete!

[@ravensmokedancer8242]

Okay, had a rough weekend so not quilting today. I decided to watch your channel to get a little more encouragement and inspiration...at the beginning you said you are so close to 150K subscribers and I looked and today it says you have 156K subscribers!! Congratulations Karen!!!! That is the coolest!!!! You are SO my favorite KZbin channel and if you ever come to a quilt con (after Covid) I hope its near AZ so I can go say hello!!! You are amazing and I hope all is well with you and your family!!!!

[@JustGetitDoneQuilts]

It’s a date 🖐

[@heatherhogan43]

I love your hair. It is coming it beautiful

[@vickiboschman790]

Looking good, Karen ! Hair colour working for you - youthful. Of course, the information is helpful as usual.

[@mamas_quilts3573]

Karen youre amazing!!! 🤓I thought *I* was the most organized, but no, its 😘YOU! Thanks for posting this ❤

[@iaragarcia6993]

Ohhhhhhh...that is me. THANK YOU SOOOOOOOOOOOOO MUCH

[@gloriayeung2328]

Thanks again so much for your practical and concise videos. Always so much to learn. In this one I liked how you repeat your taught terminology such that I'm starting to retain the new language of colour, value and hue. As an aside, I wanted to say something about your hair, and in seeing someone else did so, I thought I'd add to the comment. Loving the grey, it compliments your skin colour (tone?? Lol) very well and is a beautiful mix. I went to grey about 10 years ago and have never regretted it. I feel like I got that "what if" stage over early in life, and enjoy not spending the time and money in salons and breathing chemicals in order to maintain it. Yours looks gutsy and chic, in keeping with your quilting messages!! Hope you keep it!!

[@roselinedugas5666]

Karen I like the colour of your hair and the style!

[@Zine2me]

Rewatching and taking notes!

[@brendashaffer7747]

Your hair is beautiful!!!! Glad you are embracing the natural look.

[@mssixty3426]

You cracked me up at 8:17 ". . . and now the voices start in your head." I've never quilted, have been watching your videos to get in gear to begin, but I could just see this happening to me, have felt that way on other sewing projects 😄 🙏🏻🙏🏻 Praying for your son and all of you!

[@JustGetitDoneQuilts]

LOL...those voices

[@jessi4959]

Yes your hair is looking good😊

[@brendahoward3808]

I love your mater of fact approach. And I agree with other posters - you look great with that pretty silver in your hair 😊

[@BrendaH289]

I love your hair! I really really love watching your tutorials!!

[@JustGetitDoneQuilts]

Thank you

[@jackiejack2031]

Thank you so much, I've had my material for weeks and I'm cutting today!😊 I hope I do good I'm a beginner, please wish me luck this is for my grandbaby!

[@rachaelb9164]

Lol I have way more fabric than I needed for my first quilts. I probably have enough to make another flannel quilt in the future haha. Taking a photo from a distance helps with the layout especially when you have a pattern that has different colors in it.