Fastest Way to Cut Out Your Quilt Kit Fabric!

[@ccreel64]

Thank you for showing your organization process. Sewing a Legit Kit doesn’t intimidate me at all, but the fabric organization does!

[@DeborahParsons]

Wow! I love the book idea and the cutting order. This is my first Legit Kit and I can see how much time this is going to save me with each seam in looking for the pieces

[@carrieshepard5130]

Definitely need a part 3 because this is pretty genius. I need to know how you handle the multi-piece blocks

[@CrankyKangaroo]

Coming soon!! ❤️❤️

[@freddiehansen7324]

Your organization of pattern pieces and fabric is so logical and easy to understand.

[@CrankyKangaroo]

I'm so glad! I try to make it easy for everyone!

[@judithp6257]

You blew my mind with this video! I never would have thought to organise and cut this way!

[@CrankyKangaroo]

I’m so glad it helped! ❤️

[@hksm98]

Part 3 , yes please.

[@CrankyKangaroo]

It’s already posted! ❤️❤️❤️

[@LauraBenjamin-wz3jf]

I have done FPP before, but it has been quite awhile. I recently bought the Skulliver quilt kit and was a bit intimidated. Your videos have alleviated some of my apprehension. Very helpful, thank you

[@CrankyKangaroo]

I'm so glad to hear that! You've got this!

[@jbean267]

I used your method of creating a fabric “book”, and it worked great! Finished all the blocks for my first Legit Kits quilt in only a few days. Thanks for the videos!

[@CrankyKangaroo]

That’s awesome! You made quick progress!!

[@kristaprobst471]

I followed your method for the fabric book. It’s GENIUS!!! I’m loving how you organize and cut and I also greatly appreciate how clear and precise you are with your instruction and speaking. There isn’t any wasted time and every word is carefully chosen and used well. Thank you!!!!!!!

[@CrankyKangaroo]

Thank you so much!! I’m so glad it’s working for you!! Happy (fast!!) sewing!!

[@djf57]

I love that it is printed out and labeled so well and has the fabric

[@jeanniewalen3721]

I’m getting ready for my first kit. It’s on its way and I can hardly wait. would love to see a part 3. I think your way of organizing is great and I will definitely use.

[@CrankyKangaroo]

That’s awesome!! Part three is posted!

[@sheilafruge60]

Great idea for those kits. I’ll try it for sure

[@CrankyKangaroo]

Let me know how it goes!

[@susaneubanks1]

I love your book method but know my clumsy self would drop it and scatter all those fabrics! I would love a part 3.

[@CrankyKangaroo]

I actually have found that the book is very secure! I’ve taken it on road trips, and move it all around my house and everything stays put!

[@Jag111vip]

Why it never crossed my mind you had a youtube channel, Until todays instagram post!! Thank heavens!! I must say, last week when i seen you holding your kit book, i said "Whaaat!!?" lol!! But now seeing your two videos it is not as intimidating as the book looks!! And again, your videos and teaching style is superb! Waiting on video 3!

[@CrankyKangaroo]

Lol to get fair, it’s pretty new! But lots more to come! (Bag making tutorials start Friday!!)

[@Jag111vip]

@@CrankyKangaroo 👏👏👏👏👏five clappers and setting my alarm for Friday!!!⏰

[@___lapaisa___]

Such good tutorial!!!

[@susanking9423]

You must have a bazillion stick pins. 🙂. Very nice instructions. Definitely looking forward to your next vid.

[@CrankyKangaroo]

Lol I think I have a pin magnet in every room! 🤣🤣

[@tnboysgirl1]

Would love to see Part 3 please. Great videos, looking forward to starting the Caribou project this month.

[@CrankyKangaroo]

Part three is posted!

[@kelleylarock6079]

I can’t wait to get started! Thank you!

[@CrankyKangaroo]

Wonderful! Happy sewing!

[@carolhamilton4886]

I love your tips on Legit Kits. I bought one in Houston and have not been brave enough to start it yet. I would love to see more videos

[@craftyglo]

Great video! What a wonderful way to organize!

[@CrankyKangaroo]

Thank you!! 😊

[@Kimbo5568]

Yes, please do a part three! I enjoy your method.

[@CrankyKangaroo]

Ok! ❤️❤️

[@CindySimmons-d2c]

Enjoy how easy you make it look

[@MiciWiggins]

Thank you for sharing this! It will help a lot.

[@yvonnefraser133]

I would love you to make video 3. Have just got my first kit. Will make the book first😊

[@CrankyKangaroo]

Video 3 is posted! ❤️❤️

[@tammymorgan8014]

Thank you for posting this! I am starting on my first kit and your method of organizing is so helpful!

[@CrankyKangaroo]

I’m so glad!! ❤❤

[@carolynbrokob1490]

Very helpful. Would love a part 3. Thank you for all the guidance. You give us confidence to jump in.

[@CrankyKangaroo]

Part three is already posted! Glad you’re enjoying it!

[@cindytartal3208]

@Crankykangaroo, I just came back to see if there was a part 3 yet. I had 2 questions about the process - 1.) approximately how long is your piece of elastic for a full quilt (not a mini), and 2.) you mentioned that you go through the book twice. What do you do then? Cut by block? TIA

[@CrankyKangaroo]

Part three is in editing!! I don’t measure my elastic, but at least a yard. Enough to go though all the holes and have about a 3-4” circle, kinda like a 3 ring binder that’s 4” wide, if that makes sense. When I cut all of the pieces for place #1, I refile the pieces according to place #2, then go back through the book and cut all of those pieces. 👍🏻

[@tracyburkart2950]

I started with putting all my cut guides and fabric into page protectors. What a pain! I have made my book and am now cutting some pieces and sewing some pieces. Makes it go so quick!

[@CrankyKangaroo]

Yes, I'm too impatient (lazy!!) for the page protectors LOL

[@rebeccawelsh7007]

Would love to see part 3. Thanks for all of your tutorials. You’ve inspired me to try a legit kit!

[@CrankyKangaroo]

Awesome! Ok part three coming soon!

[@sandrapresber7999]

Thanks so much for your methods, very useful for those of us just starting... keep up the good work!!!

[@CrankyKangaroo]

Thanks so much! I’m glad it helped!

[@djf57]

I cannot wait to try one of these quilts. I think March ( my birthday) they are like a puzzle and piecing that quarter inch seam is killing me lol

[@CrankyKangaroo]

You can do it!

[@debknapp6093]

looking forward to part 3!

[@CrankyKangaroo]

Awesome!!

[@stefanspengler6331]

Great vids, keep it up. Your way of organizing and cutting is absolutly brilliant!

[@CrankyKangaroo]

Aw thanks so much! ❤️

[@carolhahn4518]

Would love to see more videos. Please. Thanks

[@CrankyKangaroo]

Definitely! ❤️❤️

[@gailfrenz96]

Love your video and method. Did you make a part 3 video?

[@CrankyKangaroo]

Yes! Part three is posted!

[@lorrikelly3209]

Is there a part 3 yet? Love your method, just trying to get the courage to start my own Legit kits quilt. What one would be easy for a first timer?

[@CrankyKangaroo]

Yes! Part three is called “finishing the Ursula major and minor quilt”! This is an excellent kit for a beginner. I would also recommend the Raven, Mo the Cat, or the Giraffe!

[@pattimccutchen3366]

Loved this vid but would like a slower version so I can understand better, I just ordered 2 huge kits from legit kits your vids are wonderful I’m just a bit slow

[@connielentz1114]

I'm doing my first kit, the mini orchid. What I've done is copy the fabric cut guides, then enlarge the scan using Photoshop and print it out "life size". Then, using a light box, I trace the fabric over the life size paper and cut that. I'm using the binder and sheet protector method. This is a mini quilt, so might not work with a larger one. I had an old light box in the basement and any photo software program would allow you to 'Right size" the cutting guide. I only use the scanner and enlargement method for the larger pieces of fabric. So far so good. Is there a legit kit facebook grouop?

[@CrankyKangaroo]

That works! Yes, there's a FB group!

[@lynnonions7985]

I was hoping to find a Part 3 video, but I can not. .... so I am adding my voice that a third video would be helpful for your next steps. Have you ever used a "add a quarter ruler" for trimming before sewing?

[@CrankyKangaroo]

Part three is posted! I don’t use add a quarters, because I just don’t think the added accuracy is worth the time involved, or the risk (unless you’re wearing a cut resistant glove).

[@lynnonions7985]

@@CrankyKangaroo thanks for the heads up! I looked again and finally found it. I can see why you don't bother with the add a quarter.... the pinning you do keeps you accurate. I'm hoping Legit Kits will be in Houston in Nov. so I can pick up a kit. 🤞

[@ricknielsen7099]

When doing your cutting do watch out for bias direction?

[@CrankyKangaroo]

Great question! No, when I’m doing FPP I don’t worry about grain line. The paper, the batting and batting all act as interfacing to prevent stretching no matter the grain.

[@deborahcabral5054]

Did you ever make a part 3?

[@CrankyKangaroo]

Yes, it’s posted! Look in the “legit tips” playlist 👍🏻

[@christinequeen3592]

How do you starch your fabric? Completely saturate it and let it dry like I have seen on other sites? How do you keep track of which color it is?

[@CrankyKangaroo]

I put my fabric on a clothesline, and leave the labels on. I use concentrated starch, and put it in a weed sprayer! I do saturate, not to the point of dripping, but to full coverage. Then allow it to dry on the line.

[@kathycritser3932]

Missed something wher did you find Niagara? Sorry I m trying to pay attention ❤

[@CrankyKangaroo]

I get Niagara at most supermarkets, or on amazon!

[@LQ327]

Please please show us a part 3

[@CrankyKangaroo]

Posted! Thanks for watching! kzbin.info/www/bejne/mXLZkp1sqJWVhNE

[@LQ327]

thanks so so much!! I am having a hard time figuring out how to cut out the small pieces. It seems I always cut them too short.

[@pattimccutchen3366]

Any recommendations for a first timer???????

[@CrankyKangaroo]

Definitely go watch part one if you haven’t already. But don’t be afraid! Take it one block at a time until you find your groove. Starch your fabric, that’ll make it easier to handle and sew. And if you have any questions don’t hesitate to ask!

[@katherinecary4169]

can i see the third installment?

[@foxdenstitching]

What is the best way to source your Kona fabrics. I can't afford the kit with the fabric included ...

[@CrankyKangaroo]

You can definitely use any fabric from your stash, any solids or low volume prints would work. I know Joann fabrics sells Kona, so you could watch for a sale then stock up!

[@JDSRDS1975]

Which starch do you like to use …

[@CrankyKangaroo]

I love the starch in an aerosol can (it's available at my local Dollar Store or Menard's), but I have switched to using a concentrated starch that I order from Amazon. I put it in a weed sprayer, and put all the fabric on the clothes line. I spray them down, then let them air dry. Here is my affiliate link to the starch and sprayer I use (I may earn a commission from purchases made through this link): www.amazon.com/shop/crankykangaroo/list/1QMPTOQOTQFDF?ref_=cm_sw_r_cp_ud_aipsflist_aipsfcrankykangaroo_WQD00NA9CBHA53MTBJZP

[@merrickelsner5520]

Do theses patterns come with the fabric

[@CrankyKangaroo]

Yes. You can choose either the full kit that comes with fabric, or just the pattern, or the digital download.

[@junecools]

Part three please

[@CrankyKangaroo]

It’s out now! You can go watch it! ❤️

[@junecools]

@@CrankyKangaroo thank you!

[@darlahankins7916]

Need part 3,4,5…..

[@CrankyKangaroo]

Part three is posted! ❤

[@djf57]

My ADHD mind is trying to figure this out. So the tabs are the fabric color codes . I'm thinking I need to get a kit and follow these with my kit with me. And how do you tear all the paper when you sew?

[@CrankyKangaroo]

sorry for the late reply! The paper tears easily because you use a short stitch in FPP. It's actually quite satisfying to tear it off! The tabs are the fabric color codes, yes!

[@djf57]

@CrankyKangaroo no problem and I got it figured out