Sew Fast! Fabric Cutting Marathon - Timelapse of Cutting the Piece & Quilt Sampler Quilt in 1 Day

[@robertacaruthers7568]

I was completely blown away by the "oh I will just cut a chunk of this fabric here, that should be enough" (and it was). Amazing.

[@Lambchop88423]

Especially bc she is so precise and detailed…that speaks to my soul. Seemed a little rogue, but turns out…I love it!

[@gaetanetheriault7877]

Kimberly thank you so much for all the teaching videos, tips and tricks of quilting process. As a newbie, I love your explanations and how to organize each project. Blessings to you and yours!

[@starbrown1219]

You are amazing in how much you get accomplished in a short period of time. Love it.

[@Stitchingforthesewl]

Love your organization and thought process!! Great work!!

[@Cherylpuckey]

This makes so much sense Kimberly, especially watching how you do cut and lay out the fabric….hoping you will do a newer sewing room video…especially the organizational aspect. Thank you, greatly appreciated.

[@MagnumSXT85]

I LOVE the “At home with Kimberly” style videos! 💯

[@kenileftycrochet75]

Wow, 33 blocks. How many blocks did you need for the quilt?

[@kenileftycrochet75]

I absolutely love using my quilt block boards. It's one of the best things Lori holt ever created.❤

[@doxipups2]

I enjoy seeing your process Kimberly. Do you have a series/playlist on reading through patterns and deciding how to plan? I am making a full quilt of Lori's scrappy strawberries and learning that I could have planned this way differently - like using triangles on a roll instead of cutting all the teeny tiny squares!

[@robertaarrowsmith2860]

I always enjoy the "At home with Kimberly" videos. This was good to see her cutting method. 🥰🧵🪡

[@elizabethk8938]

Oh my gosh! Can I please take lessons from you in efficiency??? Seriously. I’m impressed and in awe!

[@maryarmstrong1008]

This was helpful to see how you cut fabric for a project. I learned some things. Thanks! Way to go too!

[@JenniferGreene321]

I feel like I need a week off to just crank out this labor of love quilt. I know the book sometimes directs when to use foundation paper but would love to have a resource to help with that. The individual colored blocks were really helpful!

[@carielchristman4133]

I used this process after Kimberly talked about it with the mercantile sampler. I absolutely loved it! It made putting the blocks together so much easier and I was so much more organized! Thanks for the great idea and the inspiration!

[@person2463]

Design boards are awesome to organise a quilt, almost half the work is done for you.

[@rosemoreno6249]

And less mistakes, or losing a piece!

[@glenysp1206]

I do wish I had the stamina that Kimberly does. I can't stand & cut like that. But I did do the Triangles on a Roll this way. I cut all the blocks, made all the half square triangle at once and used design boards to place the blocks on. Worked well & certainly saved me time in completing the quilt.

[@GVH1305]

It’s easy to love Kimberly. ❤❤❤

[@mssnap65]

She makes it look so easy

[@faeriepabich6414]

The Master at work….there’s nobody that can cut as fast and as accurately as you, Kimberly! I can’t stand for hours, but I love incorporating your tips into what I do. Awesome!👏🏻👏🏻👏🏻

[@frontofficed.burnell-power6288]

Oh Kimberly my right shoulder hurt watching you. Due to an accident 5 yrs ago, cutting hurts so badly. I cut out a block a day max and sew it. Oh to be as efficient as you. I have a few accuquilt dies, but they are rarely the size I need. I recently spent a day squaring 160 HST's and it about did me in. Take care of that arm and appreciate how much it does for you. You're a joy to watch.

[@waikikialoha6300]

This was a fun video, Kimberley. And all the fabric you used was so pretty. Thank you.

[@jacquelinew.7808]

I always learn from you. I’m in awe how organized you are and your confidence in cutting. I know it’s your favorite thing, but I’m not that confident. I’m going to try this - cut it all up front. The sewing goes faster for sure. Thank you, Kimberly. Love your channel.

[@mariawells8026]

Gosh I couldn't possibly stand even for an hour. Nice work Kimberly!

[@BEVERLYRANDOLPH-lx4qu]

Yes, it’s the standing that wears me out in the studio. But I find it hard to cut accurately sitting down and it’s difficult to press large fabric pieces sitting down. But I do keep a little Clover iron for seams next to my machine. That helps.

[@glendawilson5450]

Love using your 1/2 square triangle papers!

[@vickioneill1766]

Love watching your efficient ways of cutting & sewing. You inspire me at 72! Never to late to learn better methods! Thank you Kimberly!

[@carolynmiller4763]

I worked in 2 sewing factories and I love the production part of sewing. I'm a quick and get it done person. Loved the video.

[@eshellebennett]

I've done the cut marathon and it helped with quilts that have multiple style blocks and when the blocks are the same but maybe a lot of different fabrics. I prefer cutting block by block so I don't get mixed up but having boards seems to prevent that. I may need to go ahead and buy some or make some. I am still not quite comfortable in my quilt skills so I am working to find MY tasking methods. I have adopted your starching and storage method. Thank you to you and FQS family.

[@kathy1896]

Amazing to watch over your shoulder! You are a cutting machine! Wow! I love the Shoerline fabrics you are working with and just bought some this week! I get bored easily so I have to cut a little, sew a little, trim a little, press a little.... repeat! it's not as efficient, but that is apparently how I need to do it to keep my attention span.

[@LakesideQuiltmakingArts]

Oh wow! This approach of sewing in groups is brilliant! I would need someone else to do that much cutting all at once however! Thx for sharing your expertise with us!!

[@VickiRutland-in1rj]

I've watched your videos over and over and I now have the love for cutting fabric!! Oh, it's so much fun and almost better that sewing...... Thanks for this time lapse video, was so fun to watch

[@denisebrowsky3783]

Truly amazing! It helps to see how you lay everything out on the design boards.

[@laineysilva3146]

Kimberly Fantastic job!!! I loved watching you cut all these blocks. I am not sure I could do this for this quilt, I am more of a cut-the-block-as-I-go (sort of like a block of the month). I am looking forward to seeing everyone's finished quilts. ❤❤❤

[@melissareynolds7804]

You obviously did a lot of prep work before cutting. I would love to see how you chose the fabrics for each block and determined when you would use foundation paper and/or over sizing pieces to make the blocks. I’m teaching myself to use EQ8 to draw the blocks ahead of time but still feel like I’m missing part of the process! Thanks for all the time and effort you put in to teaching. I am a better quilter because of it.

[@sarabeaudoin8174]

I really enjoy cutting all my blocks at once. I really like these videos too. Thanks Kimberly and Fat Quarter Shop

[@josieb626]

You just made me tired and I was freaking out over the just cut it here and there but you do an amazing job Kimberly

[@dianarosenthal7737]

Kimberly I was blown away. You truly amaze me. I wish I could see what size papers you're using. I always have a difficult time figuring the right ones to use.

[@FatQuarterShopTX]

Hello Diana! Kimberly is using the 4" Quilt Block Foundation Paper Pad Set: bit.ly/3y2KmNS

[@mizmerrill]

I liked the video, but I’m going to stick with alternating between cutting and sewing, as that keeps me motivated. (Different strokes for different folks!) Thank you, Kimberly!

[@OmjQuilting]

I love that you show different ways to get to the end goal - a beautiful quilt! Thanks for the awesome video!

[@jenny154]

Wow this is amazing to see really fun! I dont think I can do this because I always change my mind on what fabrics to use on the blocks

[@lauriedoyle5491]

Thank you Kimberly! I need to watch more of your fabric cutting videos! I am way to slow! You are amazing! ♥️

[@KathleenQuilter]

It was amazing to see all those blocks cut and placed on design boards.

[@mollymo-57]

Kimberly you are AMAZING!! You make it look so easy! What an inspiration!! Loving your rug on the floor! Would you share where you got it??? Thanks for all you and your team do!❤

[@FatQuarterShopTX]

Hello Molly! That is the Summit Multicolor Rectangular: 8 Ft. x 10 Ft. Rug - bit.ly/3WlpNX6

[@mollymo-57]

Awesome thanks!!!!!

[@nrobinson7951]

Hi Kimberly, that was awesome, I like the way design boards keep things organized. Thanks for sharing

[@louisedaoust9502]

I have never seen this method. Now I know how you get so much done. Me I just cut one block at a time, it takes for ever. I will try this for sure and let you know next time. Thank you this video.

[@Treaclepuff]

I so enjoyed this video! I enjoyed the demonstration of organization. We have that in common. But, you are a little better at it, so I will learn from the example! Again, this was so FUN!!! Thank you for taking the time to do this! I hope you will do more these from time to time.

[@suesweeney5952]

What a fun glimpse into your cutting/piecing method. No wonder you get so much done! Design boards have changed my quilting life, but it pales compared to you! I only have 10 boards

[@mendyelliott9495]

Wow! I may need to try this.

[@KathyRackow]

This was great. Please make more of these videos. ❤

[@djeoutdoors]

I know this is fast forwarded but still you have to have a lot of stamina to accomplish this. Quilting is my therapy therefore I work much differently. I put on a movie and take my time cutting and quilting. Oh yes it takes me a lot longer but I’m retired so I’ve got the time. Thank you so much, I enjoy all your videos.

[@lisawaterman2737]

I love your little design boards.

[@carolp1581]

The design boards help a lot! I like to make one block first to be sure I have all the cutting correct. 😊

[@WaterfallFW]

I hadn’t watch a video like this in awhile and first thought was I didn’t know Kimberly moved. I wondered if you got a new design room like Lori. 😂. Very interesting to watch how you cut. Can’t wait to see the rest.

[@annaturner2828]

Thank you

[@booomanchu]

I love that storage box on your work station!!!

[@booomanchu]

Did you make that???

[@trudyward9113]

Kimberly, you look fabulous! How do make time to exercise with all the projects you have on the go? You are inspiration by how you plan and execute projects. Thank you for sharing your cutting marathon.

[@FatQuarterShopTX]

Quilting is my exercise!

[@cattrimm3090]

I’m very curious as to which fabric you need more? I purchased the starter pack and I’m trying to figure out what additional fabric to order. Thanks

[@brendajackson294]

I've made some design boards and I learned I should have made them bigger. I am attempting to follow your methods. You are so well organized! Very fun video to watch and learn some new tricks.

[@lynnscroggins7104]

I usually cut as I go. But, I am much slower than you too. Maybe I will try the design board method on my next quilt

[@francesbolen257]

I'm going to try that!

[@barbararowe771]

Kimberly buzzing around was oddly satisfying to watch. Don’t we wish we could move this fast! My back gives me fits so I don’t cut for more than a few hours. K’s method is faster, but my back doesn’t like it.

[@terryblair966]

Amazing to watch!

[@MsSluggoP]

I’m always blown away watching your direction…..if only I could do! 😂

[@karenbrunette6314]

Great method ❤

[@dbledni]

Wow! Amazing! I don't think I could stay focused on cutting (least favorite part) for 6 hours. On top of listening to what ever you had going on in those headphones! 😳 Thanks for sharing! I'm jealous! 😂

[@lisacook7917]

Would love to learn more about the sheets you created and the quilt math you used to know what to cut.

[@patriciabaldwin4680]

Love this!♥

[@feidie64]

So fast :) I like your "ruler tray" ❤

[@isweariamstitching]

Not gonna lie, that was mesmerizing.

[@tiffanyipsen9812]

How in the world did you cut so fast? I've spent a few hours cutting 6 blocks for one of your block of the month kits, and you spent 3 hours cutting 33 blocks! AMAZING!!! Clearly I am doing it all wrong. I have watched lots of your videos but I don't quite understand how you cut so quickly. I would love to have another cut video with some narration by just explaining how you do things as we are watching the process. That would be so helpful!

[@TommyeTosh]

I would love to learn more efficient cutting strategies from you. I need all the help I can get.

[@nece58]

I completely cut all my blocks too! Haven't done borders yet, not sure what they will be yet.

[@tristadav]

Very interesting!

[@MarciaBaker1205]

Wow it would take me 6 months to cut all that! Kudos Kimberly 😂

[@BridgeMD]

For the first time I’m cutting the fabric needed for the blocks I need to do for the month.

[@BonnieHuntress]

Do you think you will ever offer pre cut kits? I have a hard time cutting,that’s why I ask.

[@FatQuarterShopTX]

Hello Bonnie! That is not currently on our list but could change later.

[@sheliaheverin8822]

I did some cutting this morning for a bit. I wish I could cut as "fast" as you do.

[@candacefife6763]

I always put my “kit” together for a quilt. I try to add each block to EQ8 to color sampler quilts. Then I cut the entire quilt blocks and place each one in baggies and store in a marked decorative box. I use the design boards for blocks I’m working on. If I even walk pass my sewing room I usually stop and sew a block or two 😂 I counted my “quilts” I’ve “kitted” and it was 26…. I’m starting to think this must be my favorite part of quilting 😳 OR just too many fabulous fabric and patterns coming out 🤷🏻‍♀️

[@GVH1305]

Did you make the blouse you are wearing? If so, great job!

[@FatQuarterShopTX]

Hello G! No, Kimberly did not make her blouse.

[@cynthiapitts9814]

It's fun watching you cut the blocks. I think I'd get it messed up 😂. I love that organizer on your table. Where did you get it?

[@FatQuarterShopTX]

Hello Cynthia! Unfortunately it is no longer available.

[@sunflowerbaby1853]

I really like your pink/peach cutting mat. Do you know the brand and do you sell it with a link❓ Thank you. And you have amazing stamina ‼️‼️

[@FatQuarterShopTX]

Hello Sunflowerbaby! That is the Lori Holt Cute Cuts 24" x 36" Frosting and Songbird Reversible Cutting Mat - bit.ly/3WlE2eM

[@alissasmith713]

What is the organizer directly in front of you? I love that. I have the ruler rack and do love that. Thanks for the video. Makes me feel slow tho😂

[@FatQuarterShopTX]

Hello Alissa! Unfortunately it is no longer available.

[@debteubner4864]

Was your fabric selection part of a grouping? It’s so pretty. May I ask the name of the group/ maker? Thank you!

[@FatQuarterShopTX]

Hello Deb! That is the Piece and Quilt Sampler Starter Fabric Kit - bit.ly/3UD4ejM Kimberly is using Shoreline by Camille Roskelley bit.ly/3WfDsPE

[@jenniferjanson5933]

WOW!!! Speedy. ❤

[@melissafeldhaus4424]

If I had a stack of design boards that is how I would prefer to do. That way each block is separate and you know all the pieces are ther

[@Sewmena918]

The design boards are really easy and inexpensive to make. Kimberly and Lori Holt made a video tutorial that is easy to follow.

[@LakesideQuiltmakingArts]

I use foam cord boards bought oversized in a box of 12. I cut to size with a tool meant just for foam core boards. Wrap in cotton batting, secure with painters tape. They’re not as pretty as Kimberly and Lori’s but they are quick and easy! I made two just yesterday. I might make two more today. They are indeed very helpful. Seeing Kimberly’s video just now showed me just how much they’re helpful! I need about 20 more 😂

[@Merrigold.Quilts]

Dollar store carries 24"x36" boards. I cut them in half, put batting scraps on them and edge with colorful duct tape.

[@HenryClan2012]

Inspiring ❤ I thought I was organized but I was wrong.

[@FatQuarterShopTX]

You are! I'm just super organized 😂

[@beverlyhutchings5969]

I love the ruler rack. How can I find this?

[@FatQuarterShopTX]

Hello Beverly! You can find the Wooden Ruler Rack here - bit.ly/44pbYZG

[@ashleymuise1002]

For this quilt.... if I wanted to make it less scrappy and not use fat quarters, but instead buy yardage. How much total yardage would I need? The equivalent of the fat quarter fabric requirement?

[@FatQuarterShopTX]

Hello Ashley! We have fabric requirement her that can help you get started bit.ly/4b8bSba

[@KathyRackow]

I Loved Watching You Cut Fabric and the design boards are so helpful as part of the process. Please continue to do more video's like this!

[@rosehixon2790]

Hey Kimberly, are you working out or on a diet? You look great! Thanks for another great video.

[@lindasimpson6838]

Where did you get your ruler stand?

[@FatQuarterShopTX]

Hello Linda! Here is a link to the Wooden Ruler Rack - bit.ly/44pbYZG

[@tinadenike2357]

What sew alongs is this one??

[@lindaskinner5887]

Thank you for sharing. Looks like it’s worth a try. Happy quitting.

[@ronnettashake1683]

Just wing it!

[@robyncarpenter]

I just wing it. Used to be bad but now I have gotten much better. This sounds silly for I have papers and it sounds simple but I just cannot figure all the line on paper!

[@FatQuarterShopTX]

Hello Robyn! We have tutorials here that can help kzbin.info/aero/PLNTabBf7OG9Lvd0eZyEkUFeRJ3YgOdoqE&si=njuDzzTcyuTT71nP

[@janined6586]

Is that a quilt on the floor??

[@nancy-katharynmcgraw2669]

I spied it too!

[@FatQuarterShopTX]

Hello Janine! That is the Summit Multicolor Rectangular: 8 Ft. x 10 Ft. Rug - bit.ly/3WlpNX6

[@BEVERLYRANDOLPH-lx4qu]

Before I started starching, cutting was my least favorite part. Now starching is my least favorite part. I’m working on adjusting to it because as much as I dislike the process, I have to say that it does help piecing. Still don’t like the cutting, either!! 😢

[@susancoombs4942]

i’m dizzy just watching. I need u to cut my fabric.

[@glendawilson5450]

Love using your 1/2 square triangle papers!