Fat Quarter Shop 2024 Sew Sampler Beginner Quilt Friendly Pattern. Sew this one with me!

Welcome to my sewing room! In this video, we're unboxing and diving into the Fat Quarter Shop Sew Sampler June box, featuring the delightful Peach Preserves quilt. Join me as I share great tips and tricks for making this quilt, including some helpful shortcuts and strategies to make your quilting process smoother. I'll also be transparent about a few mistakes I made along the way, so you can avoid them in your own projects. Let's sew together and create something beautiful!
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[@marianacary425]

I love precuts , jelly rolls ❤

[@pickinstitches]

Jelly rolls are fun to work with! I have a Jelly Roll on order right now for an upcoming project I cant wait to share with you all! -Kelly

[@ruthjohnson6419]

Thanks, Kelly! Beautiful job and clear instructions. And special thanks for getting this posted so quickly! I already had all my strips sewn together, and just getting started on cutting with the little diamond ruler. I know that on one strip set I’ve cut two pieces with the wrong orientation, but I think I can change it for the rest of the strip. I’ll lose a bit of space since it was so tight to begin with, but if I need to I can use the two honeybun strips that were left over to create some replacements. Thanks, Kelly, for saving me on all the rest! I’ll definitely be more careful- and use another viewer’s tip about painter’s tape on the ruler! Happy Fourth, everyone!

[@pickinstitches]

If you cut them all backwards it would be fine! Glad it was helpful!

[@jobrien8916]

Thanks for your time. I needed this video

[@pickinstitches]

Glad it was helpful! -Kelly

[@rosehixon2790]

Thank you so much for helping me read that mistake. I had Already zone two sets of strips together and started cutting them out to make some sample blocks or what I thought was gonna be Sample’s I didn’t realize I was gonna have to have so many different scraps to make a block. Not watching the orientation of my ruler so you’ve probably present prevented me from making a whole lot of horrible mistakes, especially since I’m left-handed And I don’t see very well. I went ahead and put some painters tape on the top of the router so I know how it is to be oriented each time. Thank you so much! You probably saved my quilt. I love the fact that you help me prevent mistakes in my soul sample boxes thank you thank you thank you.

[@rosehixon2790]

I dictate my text messages and I have a bit of an accent. I’m sorry that some of the words come out funny like zone instead of sewn And gonna instead of going to and soul Sampler Although it really is good for my soul to get this sew sampler box.😊 As the kids used to say, you are the bomb!

[@pickinstitches]

So glad to help! I'd love to see how it turns out! -Kelly

[@pickinstitches]

Cant wait to see it! -Kelly

[@kathyclayton4318]

I just came across your channel this morning looking for some of my regular videos, which I did not find, so I decided to watch yours. I am super glad I did because I would have made a horrible mess of trying to make this one on my own! I am left handed so I struggle with cutting and reading those rulers. I have to do it upside down or backwards and it can be so confusing sometimes. I have tried to learn to cut with my right hand and that never ends well. This will take me awhile to cut because I will have to set it up like the photos and then flip it to cut it each and every time. It will be tedious I’m sure, but knowing this ahead of time will definitely help me. I will know that I have to do it like the pattern shows. Thanks for getting this video out so quickly so that we all didn’t make a mess of things from the beginning. I have subscribed and look forward to more of your information packed videos! Thanks!

[@pickinstitches]

Im so glad to have you! I really do hope it helps. I hate it when I cut things wrong!! Espcially if its not yardage. -Kelly

[@dedyrae]

Kelly I love your tutorial style! 👍🏻

[@pickinstitches]

Yay! Thank you! I want to feel like we are in the same room sewing along together. Pretty informal :) -Kelly

[@dedyrae]

@@pickinstitches I would love that! My sister just retired and she said yes to coming to Texas with her motorhome and sewing machine so we can learn from each other. She lives in Tampa and I am in Houston😞

[@suzyvieyra1338]

I’m so happy to have found your channel! I’ve been looking for tutorials on the Sewing Sampler projects to keep me motivated to complete them. I have years of boxes to finish still but hope to at least keep up with the current ones. Thank you for your excellent instructions.

[@pickinstitches]

Awesome! Thank you! So glad to have you here! -Kelly

[@sandalkeeffe7038]

Great tutorial! Not sure I’m going to make this pattern but I really appreciate all your tips. Your background choice is beautiful!

[@pickinstitches]

Thank you so much! Cant wait to see what you make with it. It is such a pretty fabric collection! -Kelly

[@lanastewart7310]

Thank you for the heads up and the tutorial! I love this pattern and fabric! I plan to start mine today! ❤

[@pickinstitches]

You are so welcome! It'd fun! -Kelly

[@lynnperschke3966]

You are such a good teacher I always learn something new !

[@pickinstitches]

I appreciate that! Hope I can keep you from making the mistakes I made :) -Kelly

[@theresagerrard9780]

Thanks for all the tips especially using the lint roller. Would never have thought about it

[@pickinstitches]

So glad it was helpful! -Kelly

[@vickirobles3406]

I absolutely love that fabric! I do have lots of washi tape!🎉. Great instructions! You are amazing at teaching and I did subscribe to your channel! 🎉🎉🎉

[@pickinstitches]

Thank you so much! Love having you here! -Kelly

[@christieschepers5072]

Kelly, love your videos with all your tips. I'm excited to get started on this one.

[@pickinstitches]

So glad! Hope it helps! -Kelly

[@lauralovestoquilt]

You got me so excited that I cut it all and have sewn about half just by showing a few blocks when choosing your background.❤ The worst part of precuts like this is all the lint-I did what you did and was constantly rolling lint from my table and me!

[@pickinstitches]

It's still fun together right?!?! Kelly

[@michelleswistak1389]

Looking good

[@pickinstitches]

@@michelleswistak1389 it was fun `

[@johnahays4407]

Awesome video! Seriously,I was a little intimidated by this pattern when I first saw it in the box and thought I wouldn’t be able to make it. After I watched this video, I’m a little more positive about it! Thanks for making this very helpful tutorial! You’re amazing! Happy Fourth to you and your family!

[@pickinstitches]

@johnahays4407 so glad to hear it. Me too!!! It's not that bad:,) Kind of fun! -Kelly

[@elizabethk8938]

Thank you!

[@pickinstitches]

You're welcome!

[@tamaracruz4299]

I dodn't like the kit bubble gum option, your teal choice has inspired me to try this pattern anyways! Thanks for your heads up mistakes and very clear instructions!

[@pickinstitches]

You are so welcome! I share it all, the good and the bad ;) -Kelly

[@dedyrae]

I love the lighting in your craft room. Can you show it to us sometime and tell us what the brand is?

[@pickinstitches]

I love really bright lighting and added these from Amazon. They are so bright that I dont use additional lights for filming. Hubby has some in the shop for wood working. I do like the 5000 the 6500 looked too blue inside. amzn.to/4eKkVSe Hope that helps!

[@carmenmaldonado2982]

Thanks for that tip. I think I’ll put a small washi tape on the ruler so I won’t turn the ruler

[@pickinstitches]

Great idea! -Kelly

[@marianaesterhuyse720]

I am anew quilter. Which rulers must a buy being a newbie.

[@person2463]

Great tip about ruler one way only (my brain says 'but why?😮). Hugs, Chel 🌸

[@pickinstitches]

@@person2463 really hopes it helps. My Brian said the same thing

[@carmenmaldonado2982]

I like the teal better

[@pickinstitches]

Me too! I always lean toward teals and blues! -Kelly

[@cherylwirth8219]

I was excited about this quilt until I read the directions because they messed with my brain. After watching this, I am going to tackle it. Your mishaps will (or should 😅) help me remember to slow down! Thank you, and have a great 4th. 🇺🇲

[@pickinstitches]

You can do it! Happy 4th to you as well! -Kelly

[@TexomaCreativeReuse]

Thanks so much for your great video, and tips! Have to ask, where did you find that cute, cute mug/cup next to your sewing machine holding the brayer and other utensils.

[@pickinstitches]

You are so welcome! The mug came in one of the PreCuts Quilt boxes several months ago. They do not have any listed for sale on their website any more but I found this one on FQS tinyurl.com/PickinStitchesMug hope that helps! Kelly

[@marthaholbrook4269]

Great video! Am saving videos for the Sew Sampler box projects to review when I get to the projects. Also, do you have a link for your t-shirt? I saw it on a website a couple days ago; not able to find it now! Thanks!

[@stitchynancy]

Hi Kelly! The starch you used, was it the Sta Flo or your homemade starch you made?

[@430tara]

Thanks for the tips. And where did you get the tee shirt ??

[@pamelamickey2535]

Love your t-shirt! Where is it from?

[@marcydiver]

Thank you for your help and tips. I just subscribed to your channel. You give very good instructions. ❤ See you soon 😊.

[@pickinstitches]

Thanks and welcome! We love having you here! -Kelly

[@audriemartin8123]

Thank you. I would like to know where you got your teal stand you have your design board sitting on.

[@tamaracruz4299]

Following for response.

[@crissaducharme4104]

Is there a green that would work rather than the peach or teal? Also, what is the name of the background fabric you use?

[@pickinstitches]

I'm sure there is a green that would work. Here is the teal I used I bet the collection will pop up when you click the link Here you go! tinyurl.com/PickinStitchesTealJune Dont forget to use this months coupon:) or the free shipping for $30 or more from the Liberty Box! Kelly

[@angelsabove-qz4xm]

Thank you! Happy 4th of July

[@pickinstitches]

Happy 4th of July!

[@ritawegner9052]

How much width and length did you lose from starching?

[@pickinstitches]

I show how close it was on cutting 10 with each strip. I didn't measure and it varied slightly. But it worked for me. -Kelly

[@susanfriesen3625]

I couldn't commit to the pink or teal, but the teal looks so great! Do you remember the name or number for it? Now I have to get it. I was not excited about this at all, but you've inspired me!

[@pickinstitches]

Here you go! tinyurl.com/PickinStitchesTealJune Dont forget to use this months coupon:) or the free shipping for $30 or more from the Liberty Box! Kelly

[@susanfriesen3625]

Thanks Kelly, I didn't realize it was the eyelet. It's ordered and on its way, thanks for reminding me about the coupon, too!

[@dianestangis3256]

Not a fan of this project, will just enjoy watching your video 😊

[@pickinstitches]

Fair enough! I'd love to see what you come up with for this fabric! -Kelly

[@DawnPollock-hy9hg]

What starch do you use and How do you starch your fabrics, length of time soaking and such

[@tamaracruz4299]

Following for response.

[@pickinstitches]

kzbin.info/www/bejne/hGnaYZqwZtl5m5Ysi=KeyPjNs8jpcj-S4o Here is a quick video of how I starch. -Kelly

[@DawnPollock-hy9hg]

Thank you

[@lindar7099]

Doesn’t the strips shrink when you starch?

[@pickinstitches]

Yes!! So be careful with patterns!

[@juliaboster829]

What is the ruler called to make that star?

[@jenelleboxberger5695]

Only reason I got the box was I thought the fabric was going to be peachy keen. I was disappointed

[@pickinstitches]

Sorry! You dont like the Bubble Gum color? -Kelly

[@jenelleboxberger5695]

​@@pickinstitchesI meant that I was hoping the fabric would have been Peachy Keen fabric by Cory Yoder, Kimberly used the words peachy keen as a sneak idea.

[@vickigruszniewski5985]

What ruler are you using?

[@pickinstitches]

Its the ruler that came in this months Sew Sampler tinyurl.com/PickinStitchesTiny60 This one is the Mini, there is a larger one too. -Kelly

[@SewTexas]

I did not like the pattern, and I am not a fan of the mini jelly roll. I had problems. First problem, my seam allowance was just too much to put all the measurements out of kilter! I use the quarter foot on my Bernina. I ironed all seams open, and once I began to cut using the template, they did not measure anywhere close to 3.6 inches, more like 3 inches. I cut the teal kona cotton 3 inches thinking it would be okay--what a mess, did not finish, I've been quilt for more than 40 years and never had such a mess. I collected it all put in a bag and likely will go to the garbage.

[@pickinstitches]

Oh no I'm so sorry! I had ro rip a couple seams. Try super skant 1/8 of an inch. And light starch.. maybe best press. Its salvage able! Kelly

[@debikami1]

Now I’m scared

[@janicestuff1089]

Thanks for your excellent demo of this pattern. First time viewing your channel. Do you know if FQS offers just the pattern? I didn't catch the name of the Specialty ruler?

[@janicestuff1089]

Thanks for your excellent demo of this pattern. First time viewing your channel. Do you know if FQS offers just the pattern? I didn't catch the name of the Specialty ruler?

[@sanfranciscostitchco.9446]

I really like this quilt- it is different and a little more challenging than we usually get. I bought the bubble gum finishing kit but you now got me questioning if I want mint. LOL. Got about half of my strips done so far. ❤

[@honeybeequilter]

Not sure how you pressed yours big blocks. The pattern says press open.

[@pickinstitches]

I missed that! Lol, I kind pressed the way the fabric felt like it wanted to fall. Guess I need to slow down and read more. Im used to all the Its So Emma patterns with the arrows :) -Kelly

[@honeybeequilter]

@@pickinstitchesI was watching and I couldn’t tell. The pattern says press open, so I am doing mine open on each side. But I hate seams pressed completely open 😢.

[@maryjeanvaligorsky1206]

I like the lint roller tip. I dislike the pattern.

[@pickinstitches]

I cant wait to hear what you choose to make with it. Such a pretty collection! -Kelly

[@dcwatashi]

Something looks a little bit off with the layout. If you took a picture of your quilt top and changed it to black and white, then you would start to see the values they just look off.

[@carmenmaldonado2982]

I don’t think I can do this pattern,

[@pickinstitches]

I thought it was going to be harder than it was. I certainly had to slow down and think but it really was fun. You could always sew out a different pattern. The fabric is so pretty! -Kelly

[@rhondawaldron]

It’s a HONEY BUN! Not a jelly roll not a mini jelly roll. Geez

[@pickinstitches]

Lol, yep I get a little tongue tied :) -Kelly

[@carmenmaldonado2982]

I like the teal better

[@pickinstitches]

Me too! I always lean a little toward teals and blues. -Kelly

[@vickirobles3406]

By the way, I loved this pattern and ignore that naysayer!