Baste and Quilt your Own Quilts at Home with Rob Appell

Rob Appell will walk you through all the steps to baste your own quilt top at home, plus some simple tips on simple swirls and curls as a free motion motif.
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[@lindasunderland4294]

Rob, at last you have taught me how to baste my very large quilt on a much smaller table. I have been putting off completeing a king size quilt purely because I couldn't work out how to get the backing and batting smooth without wrinkles. Thanks for showing me exactly how to do it.

[@debbiegosselin7395]

I came upon your video just by accident and loved it. I have 25 quilt tops that need to be quilted. I can't afford the prices of having a long armer do them and don't have the space to baste them on the floor. (Can't now as I just had a hip replacement. ) Your instructions for a small table was great. THANK YOU! A Canadian browser!! 😊

[@judytriplette8204]

Would love to see your stitching up close. I love your videos, as you do a great job. This is my first video and I certainly subscribed ❤

[@janweddell3878]

Very helpful tips! It would be great to see a close up of the design you are stitching. If possible...as you are stitching. 😊 Thanks for your inspiration and instructional videos.❤

[@robynmorris7945]

I’ve said it before and I’ll say it again. LOVE learning from you; down to earth, real person to person instructions. You are the best. Thanks Rob.

[@stevemcmillin2737]

I've been basting my quilts on a table the same size as yours and I'm DONE! A few weeks ago I bought 2 8 foot long folding tables. They are side by side in the garage for a huge flat surface. Plenty of room to walk all around them and work and I don't have to try moving to my dining room table and protecting it from my safety pins. I'll be heading to Lowes this morning to buy a set of those clamps. They are going to be perfect. Thanks for the idea.

[@katnero-campbell6393]

Hi Rob, watching a video that isn't several years old. I think you do great work, and are a excellent instrutor. Take care, I'm a Canadian.

[@curtisfamily5238]

Those spring clamps could be a game-changer! Thanks, as always, for a valuable & enjoyable tutorial.

[@chickad5820]

I've watched many many many of your videos and you had your camera angles spot on to watch you sew. Seeing exactly what you are sewing, up close, makes all the difference Rob. Not seeing those partial circles and whatever your pattern was, is not able to be repeated by us cuz we can't see the pattern being sewn. Hope that makes sense? Please do another video with your camera angles like when you video at home. It truly makes all the difference. Haven't checked your description below to see if you linked the video for this amazing quilt top. Gotta check that out cuz your quilt top is beautiful. Wonky log cabin? Thanks for ALL YOU DO. Your videos help me learn everything you do so it helps me be a better seamstress. Keep em coming cuz I'm addicted to your way of teaching. I've become a better quilter because of your teaching method and your camera angles. Please redo this video so I can see those patterns up close. It truly makes all the difference... Babs near Tombstone AZ, USA

[@painting55]

Thank you! I have been quilting for a few years now and this is the first absolutely helpful video of how to baste for free motion quilting. Wonderful information.

[@nursekate6772]

Stumbled upon your video last night and wanted to say THANK YOU!!! I need a knee replacement and basting on the floor is not an option for me. I have tried pasting with pins and spray basting and I keep getting puckers in my backing when I try to machine quilt on my domestic machine. I have 36 quilt tops completed and need to quilt them all to donate to a foster care agency in Tennessee for boys age 11-17. They're mostly forgotten when people donate quilts. Your video has inspired me to give your method a go and hopefully finish these quilts before fall so these boys can have something that is truly just for them. Thanks again Rob for all you do!❤❤❤❤

[@barbarajefferysings]

I have followed your videos for years. They are always a delight! Informative and fun at the same time!

[@SewWhittle]

Would have been nice to see the patterns you were sewing closeup. Thanks for this great video. Exactly what I needed today.

[@gomezpnp]

Love watching and learning from you. It was difficult to actually see what you were doing. I’ve seen other videos of you FMQ and the camera angles were much better. But thanks for all you do for us quilters😊.

[@bettykasischke3665]

Great video, Rob! I do my basting this way and it works a treat! I mark the center (or near the center) of the table with chop sticks crossed over so I can feel it through the layers. Then I match the center of the layer while it's folded in quarters. (Not my idea. Saw this a long time ago on another channel that I sadly can't remember now.) Once you have a common center for all the layers, you can get them lined up before you unfold each layer on top of the previous one and not have to move it a lot. Great for people like me who can't really get down on the floor to baste. Thanks, Rob, for showing this technique.

[@nedawilmhoff3599]

The largest office clips work great for attaching quilt backs to most tables and you can more evenly stretch your backing.

[@maudegone1]

A much easier no fail way is using 3 pool noodles, takes 20 mins for three layers. Was gamechanger for me. Used to have pain for days after basting quilt on floor. Also had to clean floor and rearrange furniture. Now it’s so easy, found video online. Also FMQ all my quilts at home on small domestic singer. Thanks for video

[@lindaotto3198]

I use those exact clamps. Stole them from husband's workshop. A game changer

[@tallgail79]

Thanks for the video. Please show a close up of your design so we can see the result.

[@mdewal2226]

The most down to earth, knowledgeable, interesting and informative quilting videos I've seen in ages. Many thanks.

[@StitchinHeaven]

Wow, thank you! Really appreciate this Feedback

[@QuiltLady]

Nice to see you Rob, you are a good instructor. 😊

[@melissac2000]

I love the spring clip idea.... but wouldn't hiring the table with the pins nick up a wooden table? Just to take note of that before someone does this on a nice wooden table. I use plastic folding tables for this reason

[@maniamnee6046]

thank you for your sharing beautiful colours ,and grate created quilt.

[@KWsewsalot]

Thanks for the tips! The alligator clamps are wonderful!! I bought a big variety bag of those at Lowes last year, and it included 4 different sizes. The super small size is perfect for adjusting fabric tension on the quilt frame ends. Plus the larger clamps keep the frame from falling off the table. Its the best quilting gadget Lowes carries! Lol

[@CarolLCurry]

Thank you. I learned the last piece of the puzzle from you today. Now I can take my EIGHT, yes 8 tops and make the final products!

[@cosafalabeche]

Sei bravissimo e simpaticissimo. 😊Italia

[@roxywood5278]

Rob, thank you SO VERY MUCH for teaching these techniques ! Super tutorial

[@barbaravickers2103]

I'm a newbie quilter! Your teachings are great!

[@marydavis3342]

Would love to see more free motion quilting videos like this one! I don’t know that many besides meander, so if you can show us a variety that would be great! I need some ideas. My next quilt I am treating as a fmq sampler so I can practice many different styles.

[@deborahbrown6061]

This was awesome! I've learned so much from watching you. I've been to the shop a couple of times and I can't wait to visit again.

[@marionbartley214]

Hello Rob, great tutorial on sandwiching quilt layers. Although I could not see anything? Possibly because of the view angle. All of the information you mentioned in this video is very helpful thank you for that. We'll be watching more of your videos to see what else I can learn.

[@CarlyColly]

Thanks for your help Rob !!

[@cc83jc85]

Hi Rob, I’ve followed you from the start…but life happens and I hadn’t seen you for a couple of months…now that we’re caravanning, I’m doing hand embroidery as I didn’t bring my machine! At home, Brisbane, I’ve been making my daughter’s T shirt quilt, 14 years overdue!(I’m not kidding!)…this has been a perfect video for how I’ll quilt my daughters Squash quilt…thanks so much for all you do and keep up your great work! Cheers from Australia 😊

[@ruthberanek13]

So needed this video. Thanks

[@jan-jan9764]

Team Rob (Appell): Thank you for sharing your quilting, stitching, and sewing skills - and such an articulate instructor. You are a treasure❤

[@scottydog6539]

Love the clamp idea. Love the quilt colors. Thank you.

[@kathykeith2487]

I love watching your videos. Thank you

[@janefrench1731]

Awesome video, thank you for the basting info especially!

[@michelleterry424]

Thank you for sharing this video.

[@garnettasmith1717]

Very helpful FMQ instruction! Thank you!

[@sewterie]

Enjoyed watching. Thanks for sharing your expertise.

[@katjakrull9800]

Thanks for great instructions!

[@ellenbarry758]

Thank you I enjoy your videos and the way you teach us. Will practice my FMQ

[@parikazemi2362]

Omg that’s amazing. I love it. Thank you for teaching this wonderful art

[@marisagifford5579]

Your timing is impeccable! Thank you for the tips.

[@nancynorman6221]

I love my Harbor Freight table clamps! Game changer!

[@jneely5372]

Another great video! Thank you!

[@Moni221960]

I love all your videos. You are a great teacher. Thank you for all you do. Monica from Australia

[@cynthiachristen5384]

Rob, I'm going to try the clamps. Great idea. Thank you for all your fun tips!

[@triciasage3749]

I love the colours of your quilt top. Thoroughly enjoyed this tutorial, nice to see you with new content

[@lesa6399]

Ok, after all this time you finally popped back up on my feed! WooHoo!! I didn’t see a tutorial for your wonky logs?

[@terryblair966]

Very good tutorial. I am prepared and started. Thank you

[@doreensherk287]

This is a great learning video, thank you for sharing your knowledge and skills.

[@roxeannesexton8447]

❤ great tips

[@juliechao3638]

Enjoying the replay ❤ from Pflugerville Texas.

[@anncrane7941]

Love this quilt, beautiful colors

[@karenm7260]

Thanks so much for all the tips. Have tried to FMQ on sample blocks and will continue to work on improving. The quilt on the wall behind you is stunning!

[@pattielittle9834]

Thank you Rob. Back in Sisters. Cut up scraps of flannel finished the log cabin top. Ready to layer and quilt. Great timing.

[@dianakranning9843]

I permanently borrowed my husband's spring clamps and they are the best thing ever. Thanks for all the tips for pin basting and quilting.

[@quiltanon]

Ha ha ha😂

[@earleneharper9353]

Thank you for the tips

[@rosaramos-marquez7111]

What ‘s a valuable and interesting quilting ❤video tutorial.

[@cherylshapka1980]

Love your explanations Rob, you are so easy to follow. I love FMQ on my machine but dread the large quilts. Would love to see you tackle feathers.

[@tommayberry4460]

This was a good video. I wish I could have seen more of the quilting you did. But you did help with my problem sandwiching my quilts😊thanks for sharing and WELCOME TO TEXAS🤠🎆🏍🏇🏊‍♂️👢🤗

[@MomAsol]

Thanks for sharing sir. I learned some of your techniques ❤

[@susanknoll8845]

Yes, thank you for the info about the clamps! I can no longer get down on the floor to baste or pin and have been at a standstill. Ordering clamps today! Thank you so much.

[@suegraham4323]

Thank you for this great info. I appreciate your talent and energy. I’d never heard of shaka - good thing Google knew what you were talking about. 😊

[@knitsalot]

Maybe it was me, but I can't see the stitching at all

[@kathykeith2487]

That could be a good thing if you want the piecing to be the star of the show. 😊

[@Crawford644]

Me too

[@partyfiesta1557]

My crush is back and with a bang! Hell yeah❤

[@patriciaarbuckel3411]

Hello Dear, I love the Baptist Fan I enjoy listening to you

[@vickitrevino9738]

Rob, i think you’re fantastic! Your ADHD actually helps me learn more (i have it too). Your State quilt of CA was very cool. The wonky log cabin couldnt be any better. I appreciate you! A fan

[@marionmuller2243]

Thank you very much vor this really helpful Tutorial. I have small Space and wont like to make large quilts because of the space. I try it next time. But i am sure it works. I am watching your Tutorials very long time and all i made was perfect. 😊

[@annarutledge6140]

That is one beautiful quilt! I never feel like my quilt is secure enough using safety pins. Wish I could see designs being quilted. Thank you for offering your quilting wisdom!

[@lisetteturcotte3089]

Great video, thanks for all the good tips! Would have been great to see your circle stitching up close!

[@christiewright6137]

I love the quilt behind you too. My machine quilting isn’t going great but I’m hoping practice will improve it. Love the clamp idea!

[@cecile862]

My quilting is not great either. But the quilts I love most are not the perfectly longarm- quilted ones, they are the wonky self-quilted ones. Those I've made from first snip to last stitch. I'm now trying to learn free motion quilting.🙉 Good luck !!

[@BrendaH289]

You make the most beautiful and unusual quilts I’ve ever seen ♥️ I love learning from you! I’ve haven’t been quilting my quilts with design( just a straight stitch) but I’m ready to try! Can you show me some really simple things to try?

[@loreenfarmer1872]

Thanks I love your videos used to watch man sewing loved those too so found you again. I so badly need those clamps will be looking around for best place,to buy a bunch. Loki g forward to more videos

[@dc5600]

Harbor Freight

[@colleend2977]

I got mine at dollar tree!

[@Melanie-vy4zj]

I loved this video, many good hints and tips. Couldn't see the quilting you were doing very well, but tried what I thought your circles were like on paper. Would like you to demo a fairly simple floral and leaf motif Thanks.

[@amygillen8919]

Love the information about the clamps and the table. I never could get that stupid blue tape to work for me! Also - LOVE the tips on treating FMQ as exercises. Never thought about it like that. It would have been nice to have a close up to see what you were doing with the circles though. Thanks for the information - off to buy clamps!

[@davecanoy3248]

Oh yes! I definately trust this guy. "More better" did it for me!!!

[@kathykeith2487]

My husband was always saying " More Better " for anything that was better than what he thought or felt.😊

[@hollywaddell6727]

Excellent instructions. Just what I need for the space and size table I have available. The steps were illustrated very clearly. I think I will incorporate another tip I read somewhere to help with making sure every layer of the quilt “sandwich” is stacked properly. Here it is: tape a coin, such as a nickel, in the center of the table. This can be done by laying some type of straight edge or string in an “X” from corner to corner both ways. Where they cross is the center of the table. Mark the center of each layer of the quilt sandwich by folding in half lengthways, then crossways and mark the center intersection with a gentle press. Now place each layer down as demonstrated, feeling for the coin on the table. Place the center of each layer over the coin being careful to keep the edges squared up. This will assure adequate backing and batting extend beyond the edges of the quilt top. That will save some fiddling with the layers, especially the batting which can stretch or tear with too much handling.

[@michellebustamante3507]

I am binding my Queen/King Bear Paw quilt.

[@Christy_D]

Love your tutorials! I want to do stars and moons on a quilt and i am sure you have shown moons but not sure about stars

[@PYN111]

This is such an excellent tutorial and has answered almost all of my beginner’s questions! I would be interested in some info on what Thread to use. I’m sure there’s information on this as well… somewhere! 😅

[@elizabethbrigham9435]

I Subscribed and clicked the bell and I never get a notice from you of new videos.

[@katehenry2718]

Oh dear. Your "small" table is VERY BIG. I went to my insurance office and asked to use their tiled floor to pin the layers together. They were amused, then delighted when I brought the finished quilt for show n tell. ))

[@deeanthony7408]

We couldn’t see the stitches at all. Love your videos. This one was lacking due to couldn’t SEE!

[@lorrainejerman3330]

Rob, I would like to see a close up of the quilting as you go along. Thanks.

[@susanharber6488]

Rob, I quite liked this video as my basting space is similar. I would like to comment that although you talk through your machine quilting, we can’t see the bed of the machine to experience it as well. That would be very helpful. Keep up the great work.

[@jmcmco]

Very helpful. I hadnt considered the clips at all and my last quilt was just all puckered even tho i smoothed and pinned a lot.

[@yogievillegas1142]

Beautiful thanks for sharing. By the way I want a T shirt like yours❤

[@sandrasilva9912]

Hi Rob, I wanted to ask you about stitch size for quilting. Thank you very much for the teachings. A hug from Portugal

[@diannewhite9848]

Rob, I've been using the clamps for a few years now, my husband suggested them to me. Love the Hexi quilt behind you. Can I purchase the pattern only? Thank you from Australia 🇦🇺 ❤

[@susanrascone2098]

Is there a link for that log cabin? I can’t find the video for it. I love it.

[@colleend2977]

Rob! Thank you. I feel hopeful that I am going to be able to pin my quilts. Clamps?! Genius! My table is only 48" square and my quilts are durn big but I am hoping I can translate this. Any tips for bigger quilts that hang more off the left and right?

[@notesfromleisa-land7893]

This is a great demonstration, but for those with a design wall and are short on table space, basting on the design wall that helps so much letting gravity work on your behalf (so long has you have a pinnable surface as I do with my foamboard insulation).

[@twoxover]

where can we find those clamps? thank you for a great video!

[@chi2tan]

I also use the safety pins method for basting, but I so dislike the holes they leave in my quilt top. Any hints on what to do with the hikes?

[@janishunt2135]

Hello from Los Osos. Is the backing pressed or ironed before?

[@roseannecarratkinson4271]

Do you spray or use anything to make your sew steady table be slick?

[@nancyfahlgren369]

A few minutes in the dryer can also help relax the batting packaging wrinkles.

[@carlabattle8301]

Doing circles has always been hard for me. I can do open swirls. What is the best way to practice fmq? Have you ever taped a pen on your machine and traced a design to practice?