Adding Borders

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[@gailalbers2575]

Jenny, I am in my seventies and through the magic of your videos, you have taught me how to make a quilt…who says you can’t teach an old dog new tricks. As I have watched your videos I feel like I’m spending time with a friend. Thank You!

[@dannigirl5349]

Super new to the quilting world just wanted to tell you thank you for taking time to put theses videos out they've helped me so much! I even got my husband ( non quilter+ a USMC) Watching with me. Along with our 4 yr old grandson. Who says to me "Nanny make me that !" So I've been trying lol

[@lauraweimer8482]

Jenny, Thank you so much for your quilting tutorials. I was brand new to quilting and you have helped me so much! I love your positive personality as well as your excellent instructions. I am working on my fourth quilt. I never dreamed that I could do this.

[@janiceryan4481]

Now I know how to measure, cut and sew on a border. Thank you so much for demystifying everything. Your beautiful personality shines through. Thank you 🌸🇦🇺

[@deewinston5651]

Thank you for your clear instructions Jenny. I know this is an older video, but I’m working on my second quilt top and I need to add some borders. I’m 73 and just now learning to quilt. I really love it. I just straight line quilt right now. I’m on a tight budget so I can’t send it to a longarm. I really enjoy your videos. Wish I was closer. I would love to visit your store. I’m in Texas.❤️

[@MarielLindsey]

I have to say, you are the sweetest woman, and the best instructor! I started quilting this past fall and you have really helped me to learn - in my living room! Thanks so much :)

[@bonniebales150]

Mariel Adams hyhuukkkkk

[@Marla.22]

they are PAID to be nice

[@violethaslup9622]

Mariel Adams , Hggggggbbbbbbbgggggg

[@Saucyakld]

Agree, she is lovely! Each time she smiles it warms my heart! Thank you Jennie!

[@judyholbrook7915]

Jenny, you have helped me so much by watching your videos. I love watching all the steps of making quilts. Sometimes I have to watch several times to make sure I am doing the steps just like they should be. You make machine quilting so easy . All the little steps to get to the finished quilt are so well explained by you. Keep making tutorials Jenny. We love you from KY!!

[@melindaspaid4858]

You are the greatest. I've learned so much. You get right to the point.

[@tammykivi1344]

I've watched a few videos about adding borders, but yours has been the only one that made sense to me.....thank you so much!

[@krishubbard9257]

I SO appreciate your tutorials ! You've inspired me to get into quilting. Thank you !

[@siegghynss5742]

I smiled when you said " this is so exciting" . It is!! thank you so much .

[@judyli3678]

This tutorial is exactly what I am looking for. The instructions are so easy to follow. I am making a t shirts blanket and I want to add border to the top piece before I sew the fleece and top together. BTW, I love your iron, the color. Thank you!

[@CathyTheCrafter]

You are so helpful, I watch your videos a lot for any questions I need help with. Thank you for the videos. Your magazine is also amazing. Thanks you.

[@lobojames5766]

Jenny I love you! You have taught me so much and gave me the confidence to try making a quilt. Please keep making videos!

[@genealogydr]

Thank you for the SIMPLE and BASIC tutorial. I'm subscribed to your normal channel. It's great for aspirational ideas, but I LOVE this beginner channel. It's right where I am and makes it easier.

[@genealogydr]

Also, thank you for dealing with measuring on a smaller surface. Some of us live in places where their either isn't enough space for a big mat, or we can't afford a larger mat so we have to work with the smaller mats. Thanks for showing that this CAN be done, even if it is a hassle. It's more true-to-life for us apartment-dwellers who like quilting.

[@jorynntan9441]

Can’t wait to create one too. Is nice teaching n clear! Love your video! Thank so much!

[@abbeyp8834]

Thanks Jenny!! I use a little 5 lb weight on the end of my ruler! It helps so much💕

[@charletteclarida1745]

Love your tutorials you are a great at teaching and showing what needs to be done

[@carolannelizabeth]

Hi Jenny: you have wonderful tutorials! Working on my third quilt and you are always with me step by step! Thank you for these amazing tutorials!

[@louisewarren87]

Thank you for showing such a basic thing as using a rotary cutter, I was not sure how to use mine, but will now try. I think my next quilt be much more efficient!

[@annaseabreeze6987]

so enjoyed the project and videos were invaluable

[@loismccormack9035]

Saw Jenny in Ocala Fl. in March! You have taught me a lot! It is nice to know that I can go to a video for help too! I am finishing a Stack And Flip Quilt but needed help with my calculating borders. Thanks for all your inspiration!

[@laritapope1982]

I’m just finding this!! Thank you thank you! Great tips!

[@kittyscottpdx]

Very well done and explanations are great. Thank you.

[@wayneblomfield7600]

Thank you so much Jenny. Your tutorial makes it so much easier for me to understand as a beginner.

[@wayneblomfield7600]

Sent from Raine Blomfield

[@dkonbest]

Bless you for your helpful tutorials! I was feeling lost when I came here but after watching the video, I think maybe I can move forward. I'm sure I'll need to watch the video a couple more times though :)

[@couchtoquilt7896]

We're so glad to hear that! Please let us know if you have any questions, we're always happy to help!

[@marilyncarter2008]

You'll love quilting, especially with Jenny's videos.

[@lightbs126]

Epic work!

[@ursulak2726]

Thanks for your ver practible tutorials. I am still Beginner and still i cant make it perfect like you. I Made some wonderful quillts now. I am from germany i can never get the same fabriks but i Made 2 wonderful Dudes big Sta r and Heart quillt. And i tried sone others in small versions. Your the best teacher. Thanks

[@couchtoquilt7896]

Just remember, finished is better than perfect! Keep up the great work. :)

[@gailcarey7679]

Love your tutorials. You are amazing.Thanks a lot

[@alexisdore6777]

I love you’re accent!! Xxx

[@dianegaus3561]

I bought my quilt supplies (big mat, rotary cutter, etc) when Joann Fabrics has 50% sale.

[@kimberlyspencer5360]

Thank you so much!!!

[@ladywhiskerfield]

Really nice tutorial and great presentation. Straight to the point. And math is not my friend either.

[@dianegaus3561]

when my sister started quilting, i got her a rotary cutter for Christmas.

[@user-qg7zn3gr6e]

Thank you your a vary good teacher

[@datcampg9297]

Thank You!

[@hankastickliesel2353]

Jenny thank you so much for the link

[@paintbrush1718]

Just what i needed to know..saved me a big mistake..i was going to sew it all as one piece..doing corners like binding.

[@ginaconrad613]

Jenny.... I just want to thank you for all the very educational and informative tutorials you do. Boy you sure make quilting look so easy... 🙂 I am attempting to make my first quilt; a simple quilt with square blocks and a border that I will QAYG. There are 2 things that I haven’t been able to clarify and was hoping you could help. Stitch length and thread weight. What stitch length should be used when piecing, adding the border, quilting the top, and binding? What thread weight should be used for those as well. If you’ve done a tutorial already could you please link it here. Thank you in advance.... Gina

[@marietteforget7804]

Thanks a lot! 🌸🌸

[@karenraabis5296]

I didn’t realize I wasn’t holding the ruler correctly! Thank you

[@sheilahheal4186]

Same here! Learned online ..

[@shonuffsonja4034]

Thanks for the video. It’s very helpful. I was wondering if you have one for a larger quilt size as well. I’m just completing my 1st ever one (your stacks tutorial) & have the fabric but unsure how to make the 5” border with just the yard & half of fabric. Any suggestions?

[@MC1RPOSITIVESusieQ]

My OCD is getting the best of me watching this video lol. When I lay My ruler down horizontal and vertical lines have to match up identical or I go insane. Thank you for the video!

[@LYoung-op5ub]

Thank you for telling me why I get an elbow in my strips.

[@Crafty-n-Krazy]

Is it just a personal preference to sew the borders on with the quilt on bottom or on top..thought you needed turquoise T on top so you can see and navigate the seams on the quilt ???

[@donnanelson9181]

I have seen a few videos where the longer of the quilt top or border is sewn with that on the downside bc the feed dogs help take up the slack bc they feed the bottom fabric faster than the top fabric feeds. Have you had that experience or what is your opinion on that?

[@kayecolvin8119]

Do you have any info about qulting jean jackets. I some finished ones, and I'd like to try makin one....

[@aa-vc9hg]

Amazing explanation. And i love your iron. Smart iron. What kind of iron is that? I have difficulties searching it on internet

[@louisevannorden2001]

It’s an Aliso Pro. I’m sure Amazon has it.

[@488newbie]

Funny. I couldn't figure out what was different about the way you cut and the way I cut then I realized you are left handed. It looks so different. Maybe for right handed quilters you could demonstrate how we would have to do it. There is a difference that beginners might not figure out. Otherwise I dearly love everything about Jenny's tutorials and the business in general.

[@Saucyakld]

Now you know how us lefties feel in a right handed world. We always have to turn our work!

[@kimbennett2369]

Can you please tell me what 5in charm pack you used for this quilt ?

[@anndalynnketellapper8296]

So I am just beginning to quilt and have made a lap size quilt for my daughter. The Office theme! I am watching videos on how to attach the border, and everyone says to measure, cut and sew on the sides. Why can’t I measure slightly longer, sew on the sides and trim afterwards?

[@deniseotero9864]

I have been doing small projects, but I don't know how to finish an inner binding does it overlap at the intersection. Please explain I'm a member of the club.

[@billsovitsky121]

How do you apply borders to quilt that are bigger then 42 width of fabric.... sew 2 pieces and place sewn sem in middle of quilt...

[@suzieq8379]

watch those fingers I have cut mine 2 times, once to the bone and the other cut the tip off, its just now getting better I had to go to ER it would not stop bleeding it was awful, I now have one of those suction things on top to hold to. I need my fingers

[@user-cd7oo3jr9u]

Jenny, If your quilt top is 51.5x 39.5 how can I get it to 52 x 70

[@ivybichon8582]

what do you do when borders longer than fabric on hand\

[@couchtoquilt7896]

In this kit you should have enough for the borders as long as it was cut correctly. If you need more border fabric because your borders aren't long enough you can always piece more together.

[@JKLO3403]

Great video! Thanks! I want that iron. What brand is it? It looks to me it is Eclipse?

[@SC-uo3zt]

Oliso

[@twizzls5582]

Do you do 1/4 of an inch when you sew the quilt too? ( 1/4 inch of seam allowance)

[@marilyncarter2008]

1/4 inch seams are standard in quilting.

[@gloriageorge9987]

What kind of iron is that?

[@Ushygushy103]

What is a good alternative to a rotary cutter

[@jeanblythe1595]

I'm going to use a chalk pencil to mark what needs to be trimmed, and then scissors. The chalk will wash out, so there won't be any mess on the quilt.

[@couchtoquilt7896]

Jean suggested what I would suggest as well. A rotary cutter is much quicker however.

[@LotzOfAwesome]

These tools are so expensive lol I'm stuck hand cutting and sewing my quilts for now

[@billiexstyles3159]

Sewing is an expensive hobby sadly :/// I love sewing but hate the prices of things. Fabric is ridiculously expensive!

[@amhanson_]

They are really not very expensive, a set of a mat, rotary cutter, and quilting ruler in a set is 30 USD

[@amhanson_]

Sewing machines right now are expensive but hand sewing machines are cheaper at 15-30 bucks

[@Marla.22]

why would you want to mail it somewhere instead of finishing it yourself?

[@couchtoquilt7896]

Hi Dj! Not everyone is comfortable quilting the quilt on their machine, so this is a great way to finish it without having to do that part yourself. :)

[@Marla.22]

oh ok...I enjoy it all..:)

[@donnanelson9181]

DJ Shanas I agree. What’s the point if someone else is going to do the quilting? Anyone can make a quilt top. I couldn’t say I made a quilt if I had someone else do the quilting.

[@marilyncarter2008]

We all don't have a long-arm quilting machine. Or someone in our area who can do it for us (for a charge of course).

[@mz.fabulous17]

I know this is an old video, but you didn't show how to connect it to the back to complete the quilt .

[@Imahappygirl25]

Ugh! I wish I'd watched this before I put the borders on! I could not figure out what the instructions in the book meant :/

[@couchtoquilt7896]

We're so sorry about that, Imahappygirl25. Please let us know if you have any questions.

[@Imahappygirl25]

Couch to Quilt no worries, I made the best of it and it looks fine

[@margoschulz9000]

Bindind

[@laineyk.6399]

Yeah............ No. It's called binding. Every quilter knows that.

[@marilyncarter2008]

Don't be smart---