Drunkard's Path - SEW EASY CURVED PATCHWORK!

[@chamberlin5705]

I don’t know why, but I could literally sit here and watch that quilting machine do it’s thing all day.

[@Ladywire19]

Me too. Trying to decide if I take out my dinning room table and install a quilt machine... My BFF has one. I love to pick out the patterns.

[@carynturrel8208]

If I had loose cash I'd buy one and make quilts just so I could load them on this machine and watch it work.

[@kerryl4031]

Mesmerising isn't it!!! :D

[@nkha23]

Right!?! I'm wondering what it all is. I've seen long arm machines, but I don't know how they do it all on their own. Are there special machines that do that or computer programs?

[@vickiefowler1429]

Same here. I sometimes rewatch her videos and skip to the quilting just to watch the machine work. If I could afford one, I know where I’d be every afternoon!

[@lucyhorritt3560]

Donna I can’t tell you what it means to me to finish work after a hard week on a Friday and find you’ve posted a new video. You’re such an inspiration and the videos are always beautifully shot.

[@trudyrooij7229]

Me tooo!!

[@vickijd22]

Agree!!

[@sead705]

Oh my goodness! I look forward to waking up Saturday mornings to watch your video tutorials! You are building our confidence and inspiring us every step of the way Donna. Beautiful camera angles make us feel like we’re right there with you. Thank you so much!

[@lourdeslouveira5025]

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[@angelacannuli7194]

Hi Donna, I was looking for a way to put a circle in the middle of a quilt. I thought about the drunkard path and checked out lots of tutorials on KZbin, but they all seemed to want to use pins. It looked really difficult. I watched so many videos but was uninspired until I saw yours. I was able to make my own template and included the notches. By following your instructions I matched up the notches as I sewed along. Just magical and I achieved the result I wanted. Thank you for the very clear and simple instructions you give. I have learnt a lot from you.

[@merlewilcox611]

I cannot believe the give away quilt today is the one I have wanted to make for my granddaughter! She loved the greens and purples and I can't wait to enter the drawing. I've read & have the full set of Anne of Green Gables & loved the books. I've visited the area in Cavendish, Prince Edward Island & also have gone to the home of the author's (Lucy Maud Montgomery) aunt & uncle where she lived at one time. The lake of shining waters was outside her bedroom window. I've visited her gravesite in Cavendish, where every summer, it is totally covered with beautiful flowers. Amazing area to visit if given the chance.

[@donnastjules8157]

I love your videos. You are a pleasure to watch and I always learn something from you.

[@lyndaslocum7575]

I love the name garden path instead of drunkards path. With the pretty fabrics you used it's a great name for your quilt

[@rickstewart985]

me, too! The name runkdards path always brings bad memories

[@laurierapuzzi8493]

I love your videos. You’re an amazing teacher. I always feel like “I can do this” after watching one of your tutorials. Thank you so much!

[@elizabethjury2930]

Just love this quilt! Well i like all the quilts you make Donna. Fitting the two pieces reminds me of my dressmaking days ie vintage when you had to ease the fabric to fit. Thank you so much for sharing. 🌻

[@likeavirshin]

I fricking love your videos! I not only watch them to learn but if I can't sleep, I watch them to relax a bit. Your voice is calm and the processe of making something is very satisfying, specially when is done so well! I would love to try quilting but we're I live quilting cotton (or wherever other names it has) is not a thing really. You can find some fabrics but it is not advertise as such, it's just coincidence. And my sewing machine keeps acting up, so frustrating. Anyway I love your videos! And I always get amazed by your nails designs as a fellow nail enthusiast! In that case I do have like 500 nail polish bottles plus tools. I guess nail stuff is more common around the world 😆

[@andreaprice3267]

I love watching Donna's videos in the evening too. Very entertaining, interesting, calming and I always learn things.

[@bluegirl6157]

I love the Drunkard’s Pathway pattern, Donna. My mother made a quilt using blue and yellow and it was lovely. It was not a scrappy quilt like she did (4 daughters). She did not have the great measuring tools and machines but I loved her quilts and I miss her so much. Thank you for using this lovely pattern.

[@pamelao6762]

Donna, I’m glad that I’m not the only one who walks around with either one slipper or shoe on while I’m sewing. 🥳

[@pamelal3903]

I noticed that too! Lol

[@rhondacrink5116]

I get so excited when I see a new Jordan Fabrics vid in my inbox. After doing the double wedding ring quilt, this one looks like a piece of cake. Pun intended lol! I love the colors and of course, you always make it look so easy. Always a bonus when I guess the quilting thread color! Fabulous job as always and kudos to your incredible cameraman or camerawoman! 👏🏻

[@pamelacampitan3127]

Nice to watch your new project. I never miss everytime you post a new video.

[@LinniePA]

I look forward to her tutorials and have made several of them afterwards!

[@barbnicol8406]

I made the Drunkard's path quilt out of all scraps from my stash and it is really colorful and easier than I thought it would be.

[@quiltgram3056]

Bet it’s beautiful. It’s perfect for many scraps.

[@yelenab8560]

Let's just appreciate that her nails almost always match the project she's working on 😍💅 also makes curves a lot less intimidating!

[@annmiller4389]

Love these tutorial videos. Thanks

[@kellidelegal4776]

OMG!!! So glad someone has mentioned her nails!!! I don't know how many screenshots I've gotten of her videos on my phone JUST so I can show her nails to my nail tech to pick colors! I love Donna for so many reasons!!! 💖💖💖 Edit to add that I am finally getting my king size quilt back from my LAQ this weekend. I based it on her Hip to be Square free pattern and added several borders to it. Not to mention a bargello table runner, and those will not be the last! I'm thinking this Drunkard's Path might be perfect for a layer cake I'm waiting on the perfect pattern for! Yipee!!! I also made TONS of the Christmas Tree Napkins this past Christmas and my in laws even asked me to make more so that THEY could give them as gifts!

[@judynaugler6183]

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[@brandiewhite2550]

I've noticed that too. Styling and profiling!! 😊

[@brandiewhite2550]

I've noticed that too. Styling and profiling!! 😊

[@lindagormley9147]

Hi Donna, I so enjoy watching your videos, you give me a sense of encouragement that I may make your quilts, after watching you. Thanks so much !! Linda

[@lynnperschke3966]

I love this you always give the best easy to follow directions!

[@ShyVioletIsShy]

These videos are the reason I bought a sewing machine!!

[@gretchenmau7999]

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[@andreaprice3267]

Wow! Another magnificent video! I have a small quilt made by my late Mom hanging in my bedroom. It has similar curves and was a scrap quilt. It's beautiful. I remember when she was making it her mentioning how fun the blocks were to make. They're perfect, so I'm sure she must have used a similar ruler template. Thank you Donna and Jordan family for all your work on behalf of us quilters. I just started quilting this year on Mom's 40 and 50 year young machines. I have finished a Hint of Fall quilt and am about to finish my Tradewinds quilt. Could NOT have done these w/o you. I ADORE you, and how your clothing, jewelry and nails always match the quilts you're making, but that's just the icing on the cake of your fabulous and sweet instruction. THANK YOU!!!

[@ranbo7777]

I loved Anne as a child and so does my now you g adult daughter. I made her an Anne quilt from a line that came out a few years ago. She and I also took a trip to PEI a few years ago and that is one of my favorite mother daughter trips ever. 💗 thank you for your easy to follow videos. They are my favorite.

[@jordanfabrics8380]

I am so jealous! My daughter and I also enjoyed the books and have both read and listened to the audio version while on a long car trip. One day we may too get to visite PEI.

[@lindajige8249]

Donna, I LOVE YOUR NEW HAIR COLOR. It makes you look even YOUNGER!

[@maureenwidder8881]

You always inspire, inform, share your knowledge and of course entertain. You are a gift to all us quilters, thank you.

[@thecraftlair]

Donna your hair looks gorgeous as this light color. It suits you so well. Love this tutorial 💖

[@jordanfabrics8380]

Thank you!

[@terisparkman9814]

I never thought I could ever make a Drunkard's Path block. I hate curves. I purchased the template you demonstrated, & I have to tell you, it worked like a charm! You helped me conquer my fear of the Drunkard's Path block. Thank you SEW much!!

[@janemeyer794]

Thanks Donna! Would also love to see you make a Storm at Sea quilt. Please?! Hugs from Michigan

[@judypolinski4864]

Thank you so much for such for your great instruction on the drunkard pattern. I too have no attempted it because of the curves. You have given me confidence!

[@MarilynClark-mf9cm]

Watching Donna makes my day!!!

[@jimbo0715]

a 28mm works well when cutting small spaces - curves are my favorite quilts to make!

[@beverlynelson90]

Eek! To misquote a movie "I see curved piercings..." scary!

[@paulavandieden8609]

@@beverlynelson90 Hahahahaha! That's going to be in my head now :)

[@MG-sy8pj]

You're right, that is a lot easier method than the pinning (and then rip out and do again) method I learned in my beginner's class in 2019! Your quilt is lovely and it is such a treat to hear you relate the story of Anne as I happen to be from Prince Edward Island:)

[@robertasteen3813]

Love the quilt going to try it myself I have never tried anything with circles but with those templates I think I can do it and your excellent video

[@loopylou5841]

Gorgeous fabric. Looks lovely on that quilt and highlighted by the quilting pattern. Another triumph and lovely to watch on a miserable day in UK.

[@helencowen135]

I loved the Anne books too, they were mum's from when she was a young girl

[@helenbrown3337]

That's a lovely pattern...the little clips on the curve also help to almost straighten the curve a bit..when making clothes I always, clip my curves... Your giveaway is my favourite of your quilts, I'm Scottish, and the colours remind me of our thistle, it's a beautiful colour scheme and yes I will enter your giveaway, I don't always but have to take a chance this time..thank you for the tutorial, love from Dundee, Scotland...xx

[@sharonlomax3239]

Of all the quilters you’re the most pleasant and I love all your patterns. You’re such an inspiration.

[@ShyVioletIsShy]

Nuts, I was dead asleep when this premiered!! Sent this video to my mother. Anne of Green Gables has always been her favorite book! 😊💕

[@yolandahale3140]

Amethyst Meadows have you watched Ann Of Green Gables on NETFLIX it is so good but just wish it would play more .

[@ShyVioletIsShy]

@@yolandahale3140 I didn't watch the netflix one but I watched the Disney Channel one!

[@ntepup77]

I am no where ready for the double wedding ring quilt no matter how much I want to do it, HOWEVER I think I could pull this one off. I love that fabric too! Thank you so much Donna!!! I'm almost done with my first quilt!

[@lubnafatiha1702]

That was amazing! Very helpful and easy to follow 👏👏

[@carmenbailey1560]

Beautiful, surprisingly this is the first quilt I chose to do and hand stitched, more than 43 years ago. Mistakes there were many, but I’m sitting here snuggled up under that very quilt. My 4” templates were made out of cardboard, the pattern was the centre circle and branched out from there. My colour choices were solid brown, peach and beige, nothing that I would ever go for now. Thanks for sharing your version love your fabrics 👍❤️😊

[@patnorrad1964]

Always love Donna's videos, even with one shoe on and one shoe off, LOL You're such a Joy! Pat

[@dottiepark]

Love the matte manicure!

[@villagesteader3552]

My very first quilt was a drunkard’s path. Fortunately I had some dressmaking skills that served me well! ♥️♥️♥️♥️

[@stephaniesteenkamer7466]

Thanks for giving me the confidence to attempt curves. ❤️

[@carolynthomas4527]

I’m so glad I watched this ! I think I can put one of these together after seeing how to do it a easier way!

[@robinmarks5638]

Now you sewing those curves is just great! Thank you!!!

[@connieschembri6258]

I am Connie from the small island of Malta. I just love watching your videos and you answer questions that pop in my mind.Thanks

[@kortneydugar7102]

I just attempted this same pattern for the first time on some practice blocks before doing the real deal first.. out of all videos I've watched this one is the best tutorial I've watched

[@sophiadickey917]

I have owned this template for over six months but was afraid to try it. Thank you Donna for this video. I believe I can do the block now. The Quilt is Beautiful! Always look forward to watching every video you do. You are an excellent teacher. Lots of hugs from St. Louis, MO.

[@kelliejackson8746]

I love this!! One of my favorite stories, too. The colors are gorgeous.

[@amyreay5007]

I love your channel! The way you explain things makes them seem so much easier than I have tried to mske them! I also enjoy knowing you are from GP. We lived down there (Rogue Valley)for almost 8 years. (Medford. Phoenix, Medford, Talent) before moving up here (NW of Salem)My niece actually just moved from GP to Tx and one of my daughters lives in Winston) I am completely self taught. I started with pillow cases then curtains. A couple Christmases ago I made everyone in my family their own quilt. The starting plan was for each person to have a personalized one. But, sadly that's not how things worked out. I was sewing at my kitchen table right after returning from buying a TON of fabric. I was SO EXCITED! I had just found almost everything I needed to make the 9 quilts needed for my husband, son, 4 daughters, their 2 boyfriends. and my grandson. I had the cord to the machine stretched between the kitchen counter and the table when someone let my dogs in. Luna is 1/2 German Shepherd and a big sweet girl. As she came running in she ran under the cord for my sewing machine and pulled it off the table! I did one of those loud high pitched gasps and she stopped in he tracks. We both stood there staring at my sewing machine as it lay on the kitchen floor in a bunch of pieces. Me with my hand over my mouth and tears streaming down my face. Luna with her normally tall and proud ears laying back on her head and her tail tucked between her legs. I couldn't be mad at her when she looked up at me with those big brown heartbreakingly sad eyes. It was my fault after all. I just didn't know how I was going to sew all those quilts without my sewing machine! That April afternoon started my "quilt quest of 2020" Besides 2020 being the year of Covid it also marked many other things for our family. Our 4th (of 5 kids) graduated from college but because of Covid nobody saw her walk across the stage with all her cords etc and accept her diploma and congratulations for all her accomplishments. We lost many dear friends and family (none to covid) But, as a country we were all told to stay home. and if we had to go out wear masks and stay 6ft away from eachother. I have always loved blankets and big sweaters. I've told my kids that I feel like they are like wrapping myself up in a hug and if they are from a person even better. So the quilts for Christmas were going to be my way of hugging my family from a distance. I began the search for a machine It ended up with me buying 4 used, borrowing 1, before buying one that finally arrived in December! I then OVERCOMPLICATED the ones I made for my oldest daughter, and grandson ( I decided that the one I made for her could be the "family one"), They got thrirs the week after Christmas but it meant I spent a lot if sleepless nights and did a lot of hand quilting, I then did the ones for the other 4 kids ( all adults) and decided that the boyfriend wasn't getting one. My poor husband STILL hasn't gotten his! I have had 18 months of major health crisis and even though I watch quilting videos every day I sadly haven't been able to sit down at my machine ( I even have a sewing room now) to work on it. My plan is to start working a little every day to make my sewing room more accessable for me and get it done. Sorry for such a long post but I think ANNE would approve 😉I just wanted you ro know I appreciate you and to tell others that it diesnt HAVE to be complicated to be beautiful. Take a step back, look at it and see if maybe just maybe you can take what looks like you are tying yourself in knots to do, break it down and male it simple. 🤯😏😃🙌🪡🧵✂️📐📏💟🔲🔳 Blessings!

[@anga3659]

Thank you so much Donna for another wonderful tutorial. I ordered my templates today from Jordan Fabrics and I am ready to tackle the Drunkards Path. Loved the reference to the Cordial and the Currant Wine. lol. One of my favorite parts of the book and old (80's) movies Anne of Green Gables. It's nice to see where you get your inspirations for quilts and projects. Also I love when we go shopping at Jordan Fabrics via video and you show different fabrics and how they look as a background or boarders. I also love how sometimes you pick different colors or textures for the background fabric instead of just white. It helps get my wheels turning and ideas forming. Thanks for being so generous with your knowledge, patterns and time. Many blessings to you, your family and all the whole Jordan Fabric crew.

[@patchee33]

I made a drunkards path quilt centuries ago using the old method, going to get a set of those templates and make it again. Great video, full of great teaching...

[@ГалинаПолосатова-р1к]

Браво! Нравится мне эта женщина, и всё, что делает! Спасибо за красоту! И спасибо за демонстрацию инструментов, линеек, очень интересно!

[@ngramrush]

This is a beautiful Quilt! Just love the fabric color combination!!

[@МузаффарНазаров-и7ю]

Я.очень.хотела.свами.работать

[@carolynmills513]

I love watching the long arm do the quilting. It is so relaxing! Nails are beautiful this week, as usual.

[@PaulaRadtke-f6l]

This is going to be my next project. Im very new to sewing, and this looks like fun.

[@karenl5602]

I loved all the Anne books too and I’m sure she would love taking this quilt on one of her many adventures. Beautiful as always Donna. A real treat for a Friday evening. Thank you so much for bringing some calm and beauty to our day.

[@ninagillenwater4502]

Thank You So Much!!! The Drunkards Path has been on my bucket list for most of my life, my Grandma did one in red and white back in the '60's, before she died, and I've always wanted to do one too. You have answered a lot of questions for me. Thank You, Donna!!!

[@tinas4834]

I love your videos. I have watched many others but keep coming back and rewatching them again. You do a great job of showing the important stuff and skipping the repetitious stuff. Keep up the great work and I'll keep watching! And one of these days I'll dig out my sewing machine and get started! lol

[@janiceabner5250]

I love that line of fabric, and you did such a wonderful job with the curved pattern. I never much cared for this patter before, but after seeing your video of how to sew it together, it doesn't look so intimidating. Tks so much Donna for all of your tutorials, the way you explain the pattern and the different layouts of it, makes it look so different. Look so forward to your tutorials.

[@nadiiabeliablia6347]

Восхищаюсь ВАШИМИ ШЕДЕВРАМИ👏👏👏 С какой Любовью ВЫ ДЕЛАЕТЕ ИХ-ПРОСТО ПРЕЛЕСЬ СМОТРЕТЬ!!!!👍👍👍❤❤❤🍀🍀🍀🌷🌷🌷

[@lesleygilbert1945]

I've never sewn a drunkards path but I love how that ruler has the notches to help with lining up the fabrics! Great idea and a beautiful finished quilt. More nice camera work today :)

[@nancymiller349]

I love working with curves some of the handbags I make instead of a flat solid piece in the front I did two pieces with a curve. It is intimidating at first but once you do it a few times it goes so easy. I'm glad you're showing this. I didn't use the tools to cut though I did it myself based on how I lined up the Fabrics. That might be a good tool to invest in though for smaller projects.

[@nettiyjensen4224]

Donna I just so love watching your in you tutorials be cause you explain every step of the way to doing building your projects thankyou so very much for helping some of that are more visual learners

[@marieseguna964]

Anne of Green Gables is one of my favourite classics! I love how the fabric in the quilt ' Drunkards Path' turned out. I thought it was more difficult to work out the curves! Thanks Donna for making it so simple as always with your tutorial. Wishing you a Happy, blessed Easter xx

[@sherryenterkin1057]

This is a quilt I would never have wanted to do either, but this tutorial is enough to add it to my list of quilt patterns to make! And again excellent camera work. Love watching these and always learn something. Thank you Donna

[@zandramangrum5483]

Drunkard’s Path was the first quilt I pieced...I had it hand quilted by a group of ladies that I had known most of my life. One of the ladies had been my Sunday school teacher for years. Sadly, my quilt was the last she quilted with the group as she passed the day after my quilt was finished. I asked the ladies to sign their name and I’ve embroidered their name on the quilt. Love the Drunkard’s Path pattern, but it can be a booger to piece, but Donna’s instructions make it so much easier.

[@micheleys2343]

Toutes plus belles les une que les autre. Beau travail. Merci de France jordan.

[@bjberlo988]

That template set makes all the difference in the world if you like the Drunkards Path pattern. A lot less frustration when sewing the curve.

[@christinereliford8131]

Using the circles and kids fabric it would be a GREAT tic tac toe board! Make some X’s and O’s pillows and it would be a perfect gift for a grandchild or toddler!!! ON MY LIST!!! 😍

[@peppermintpat999]

I have never seen the quilting machine! Awesome! I watched it twice🥰

[@melmack2003]

A wonderful, timeless pattern and this is,, by far, the best construction method.....thank you!

[@KarenPope1123]

Love how easy you made drunkards path look I want to get those templates and try it myself now thank you so much for your details and showing us how to do it

[@nildafigarilisson.9157]

La felicito,sus videos son muy didácticos,y su trabajo es impecable, muy bonito!!!.Creo que si mi mamá viviera estaría encantada viendo sus videos,como yo lo estoy,bendiciones.

[@paulacoateswoodland4335]

Also loved the Anne books but then I was born and raised in Prince Edward Island so it kind of was expected,lol. The design of the material is wonderful and a reminder of home.

[@OutRagaous]

What??! Donna has a list of projects not attempted? So sweet to share your glorious skills with us mere experienced beginners. Love this!

[@jeankerr5503]

Can you say what templates you have used for the Drunkerds path.

[@jimbo0715]

I have used the sandpaper dots for years - I find that putting two or three in strategic places keeps the template from sliding and the rotating mat for cutting circle quilts works great!

[@lindasawers1552]

EXCELLENT tutorial sewing curved patchwork. Beautiful quilt, too!

[@cherylgates7848]

I've been wanting to do a drunkard's path for years but like you, I find curves daunting. You've made it look so easy with this tutorial, thanks Donna!

[@lindarhudy1745]

I did it!!! I finally got my Drunkard's Path blocks done. They aren't all perfect, but I can trim them!!!

[@leahmarjorie]

That was so helpful. I never would have thought to try a curved block.....until now! Thank you so much, Donna!

[@marshapetterson7181]

This is the perfect pattern for a fabric that you dont want to cut up into little pieces. My next ptoject...yes...😁

[@7470pc]

What a beautiful quilt.. simply breathtaking!!!!

[@nkha23]

Working on it now. Thank you so much Donna!!!

[@knackfulknitter]

I love the colors in that quilt. I look forward to your videos, Donna.

[@lynnfrick6258]

I bought the templates! I happen to LOVE circles/dots and I, too, have been intimidated by them! I am so happy she showed how to do this! Easy! I am going to be in circle/dot heaven after this!!!

[@roxannerowe1281]

This is such an improvement over my pinning the fabric. Now I am excited to finish the rest of the layer cakes. Thanks!

[@myrakohn3285]

This is the best drunkard's path tutorial I've seen on KZbin. Thank you very much!

[@nuralp1881]

you have very nice materials.working is both easy and enjoyable.

[@ellensweat5251]

Beautiful quilt. Thanks Donna.

[@edithyoung596]

Oh no! Another template to buy! I’m trying to get all the equipment I want and need before I retire next year. This looks like a must have. Thank you Donna for the clear and concise instructions. You have given me courage to try new things!

[@corinnegower2582]

That template certainly makes it look easy Donna. There is hope for those of us who are warey of curves!

[@cathyniblock5939]

love this pattern and yes, it doesn't look as hard as it seems. The templates really help out.

[@Alishadoesstuff]

Donna and Matt, you have been such a blessing in my journey to learn how to quilt. You are both so good at explaining things in a way that takes out the intimidation factor. I so look forward to seeing your new creations, and hope to one day visit your store. ❤️

[@heleneknight2888]

Miss Donna, I love this.. the color combination is classic.. You are so motivating and your love of quilting shows in your teaching skills.. thanks for sharing.

[@susaneddins4299]

Another awesome tutorial. Thank you Donna. Beautiful as ever.

[@elenad3329]

Вдохновительница! Так качественно снят процесс творения, что перевод мне не нужен. Какая умничка и труженица! 👏👏👏🌹

[@nanethsuico3864]

sewing videos that release stress... I loved all your videos!!

[@nitasheth9283]

just a wonderful lady. Thank You for sharing.

[@gwenhobbit1161]

Brilliant as normal makes it look so easy

[@ritamccartt-kordon283]

You make it look so simple! It was beautiful when finished. GOD bless

[@dianefawcett1260]

Always a favorite and visiting the site is pretty neat. Now this pattern is within the ability to make Thanks.

[@dalekalyvas9005]

Another tutorial that has blown my mind! I immediately bought the templates and a pretty Layer Cake to get started on this. Your visuals really and truly help those of us who need that kind of thing. Following written directions can be so confusing but your videos make it so easy to just view and copy the steps. I'm a really, and new, fan!