FLYING GEESE QUILT and FREE MOTION QUILTING IT

[@GrandmaLM]

“Be proud of yourself”. The best advice you could give Jean. You are great.

[@jeantruelovetruelovequiltsfory]

Because if we are not proud of ourselves, why should others be?!?

[@chrislehmann405]

I have learned so much from your videos. I love your humor, your way of teachins and for the ability to make even me feel like I can do these quilting techniques. While recouping from knee replacement surgery I watch your videos over and over. And I enjoy your sharing your family with all of us. I feel like you are an old friend . Please keep up the fabulous videos and never ever change.

[@jeantruelovetruelovequiltsfory]

Oh thank you Chris! I love to hear that ~ as you see, I am not a 'serious' quilter...no quilt police allowed in MY sewing room! This should be fun, easy and relaxed! I appreciate those you Appreciate me!:) Thank you again and for taking your precious time to watch. I hope your healing is fast!

[@lylianjettar3637]

I don’t enjoy quilting but at the moment I’m quilting a lot of rectangles in different patterns so I don’t get bored. The things we do for our grandchildren! Yours will be awesome as usual

[@jeantruelovetruelovequiltsfory]

Change it up, yes! So we don't get bored~ :) Good idea:) Your grandbabies will appreciate it:) Thank you very much Lylian~:)

[@melreally]

I could litterly listen to you all day!😊

[@jeantruelovetruelovequiltsfory]

Now THAT"S something I don't hear often! LOL!

[@melreally]

@@jeantruelovetruelovequiltsfory really?... You are very entertaining and educational!...I just a beginner and need all the help I can get...half square triangle are the devil! Please tell me i will eventually get it right😵

[@jeantruelovetruelovequiltsfory]

"You will eventually get it right".........LOL! But YOU WILL~!~ Keep on and stop stressing over it! Remember, this is supposed to be fun!

[@melreally]

@@jeantruelovetruelovequiltsfory thanks so much....I'm binge watching your videos right now and not sewing...lol...so no stressing now....loved the pillow video!

[@chrislittebrant5235]

Hi Jean, I love this pattern, saw that it was a card & Ive never heard of this before.. so thank you for sharing this. Your quilt came out beautiful. Every time I took a break I watched one of your videos. Thank you for all you do. I’m a long time sewer, but have only been making quilts since January 2019. My mentor for free motion is also Angela Walters, she is funny an encouraging, just like you. 💜❤️💗💕🥰👍Take care and God Bless, Chris-Raleigh NC

[@jeantruelovetruelovequiltsfory]

Aw thank you Chris:) So glad you found me! And for taking time to watch:) I surely do appreciate that;)

[@dianne57m.shifthappens73]

I love how you have quilted this quilt , straight lines and then the oblong circles

[@jeantruelovetruelovequiltsfory]

Thank you Dianne:)

[@hollys1498]

Circle quilting with the dots looks great. Like shadow or echoing. The dots have gotten some respect! 😀

[@jeantruelovetruelovequiltsfory]

Oh thank you! I was a bit hesitant doing it! :)

[@brigittetange9774]

For me you're the free motion queen !! because it's done from the heart and without helping tools or gloves.... give yourself more credit because you are doing great ! Wel done !

[@jeantruelovetruelovequiltsfory]

Aw thanks Brigitte! That means a lot, coming from you!:)

[@debglastetter851]

As always Jean you teach me so much and I love to watch you sew. Great video . Thank you.

[@jeantruelovetruelovequiltsfory]

Thanks Deb:) Always a pleasure:)

[@pegpeg3939]

Getting rather good at quilting circles after that big circle quilt you just did. I dont think my feed dogs go down but I'll read the manual and see for sure. Nice quilting and your quilting is really freehand. you make it seem doable in our homes. You are real like all of us. That's why I watch all your videos. That and your entertaining of course. Lol

[@jeantruelovetruelovequiltsfory]

Gotta love my circles!! If your feed dogs DO NOT go down, (which they most probably do), then what you can do is COVER them. You can use a nice flat business card or something like that and tape it down well to the bed of your machine. Just so they are not engaging your fabric is all that is needed. Thanks for the compliments Peg!

[@pegpeg3939]

Ok..I'll be checking that out today. I live in oregon on the southern coast.. Its raining cats and dogs today..sewing day!

[@brendawallgren8354]

I love the quilting, Jean! The circles on the circle fabric is really playful! I love it!

[@jeantruelovetruelovequiltsfory]

Thank you Brenda:) This was a fun and easy quilt to make:)

[@oskarmolly]

I love the circles on top of the circles, the stitching fits perfect on top of the circle fabric.

[@jeantruelovetruelovequiltsfory]

You do?!?!? My eyes were going squiffy!! LOL! :) But I like it from afar:)

[@oskarmolly]

@@jeantruelovetruelovequiltsfory Yes, I think the circles match it perfect.

[@200shoes]

I love what you teach us and how you are so casual and down to earth. It's as if I am right there with you! Huge Thanks! I think what you are saying is to release all the pressure on the pressure foot.

[@jeantruelovetruelovequiltsfory]

I am who I am...and appreciate folks like you! And YES....THAT IS WHAT I WAS TRYING TO SAY!! LOL! Sometimes I have a difficult time expressing what is in my brain....A.D.D. brain. But I get there in the end:)

[@Marlahanna]

You make everything look so easy! I’m in awe. Love the circles and lines, you are a joy to watch.

[@jeantruelovetruelovequiltsfory]

Aw thanks! We all have to relax and not take ourselves too seriously and then things can flow better:)

[@maryschutte8368]

I bought NINE patterns from Villa Rosa last week after your video mentioned them. This is one of the patterns I bought. The patterns arrived today and I'm so excited to dive in! Thank you for the tip.

[@jeantruelovetruelovequiltsfory]

NINE! You are on a roll girlfriend! Awesome!:)

[@veracampbell9583]

It’s so pretty Jean. I love love the quilt. Nice quilting also. Very nice.

[@jeantruelovetruelovequiltsfory]

Aw thanks Vera! Thinking of you :)

[@jackiecaygle3878]

I really love the backing fabric

[@jeantruelovetruelovequiltsfory]

Not really my cup of tea, but it is growing on me!

[@cherylbrown4058]

Thank you.....you made it look very doable!

[@jeantruelovetruelovequiltsfory]

If you relax and think that you CAN do it....then you CAN:)

[@DenisePoole-Closet-Crafts]

Thank you for sharing this Jean. Just so many good factors about watching your video.😀🌷

[@arnasafar2770]

You do such a nice job quilting your quilt. Very pretty.

[@jeantruelovetruelovequiltsfory]

Thanks Arna:)

[@evelynfrench804]

Love your quilting Jean!

[@jeantruelovetruelovequiltsfory]

Thank you Evelyn:)

[@4GiveN4get]

I thought you had taped the quilt to get such straight lines, then you just stitched them without any visual assistance. Brava Jean!

[@jeantruelovetruelovequiltsfory]

LOL! No tape...just me eyeballing and trying to stitch a straight line:) Thank YOU!

[@annieboulton5759]

HI jean. Your circles have a shadow. That's what I see, shadows. It's fab. Such a quick project but still so stunning. Love it. Thanks for sharing this xxx

[@jeantruelovetruelovequiltsfory]

Shadows they are then!!! :)

[@donnarichey144]

You do such a good job on your quilting. I love to watch you. Thank you so much.

[@jeantruelovetruelovequiltsfory]

THanks Donna:)

[@joanhendrix5967]

You started talking about the little cards so I had to take a look at a pattern I got last year, yep! Villa Rosa! It made up into a really cute smallish quilt, great for novelty fabric. Love it. Yours is beautiful!

[@jeantruelovetruelovequiltsfory]

I had never seen them before but, boy oh boy, what super little projects they are! :) Thank you very much for watching me:)

[@fionabrandt6108]

Really appreciate this quilting tutorial, Jean - you covered every detail and kept it simple!!! Thank you for all your fun and fabulous tutorials! Love you 😘😘😘

[@jeantruelovetruelovequiltsfory]

You are most welcome Fiona~ I am enjoying this too:)

[@emds698]

I love this quilt it’s so homey. I got to thank you I feel like this little lesson was great for me I now don’t have to go through booklet to thread you gave me the best lesson I can’t wait to get my Juki

[@jeantruelovetruelovequiltsfory]

Oh good! Any other questions about your JUKI, just ask! I'll see if I can help you!:)

[@emds698]

Thanks I really appreciate it. You are so sweet

[@paulinemullin6239]

Hi Jean, i love circles, i think it would look cool on teenage boys quilt! x

[@jeantruelovetruelovequiltsfory]

I do love this quilting pattern:) Thank you:)

[@momgrandma5496]

Do animals run in the same direction in the wild...nah. It’s all good. The backing fabric is gorgeous. The Midnight Quilter, Angela, just zooms through free-motion quilting, never spills her wine...amazing. lol Circles on dotted fabric looks great, will try this when I get settled in a new home, always great tips Jean.

[@jeantruelovetruelovequiltsfory]

You're right! I'm not THAT bothered about the designs, because I do love the fabric:)

[@loric9921]

I’ve made a couple of quilts using that same line of fabrics. Loved it!

[@jeantruelovetruelovequiltsfory]

I've not seen it since~ But It's growing on me:)

[@gloriapatton2829]

Beautiful job on the quilt and your FMQ. I learned from your demo and plan to use this pattern. Jean, Many thanks for all you do I your tutorials.

[@jeantruelovetruelovequiltsfory]

I copied it from somewhere...can't remember, but I am pleased too! Thank you~

[@lindaatoler1541]

Jean, I went to the Villa Rose and got about 10 cards ….love a lot of the cards I will have to buy more later ….thank you for sharing this with us !!have a great dayLInda A, WV

[@jeantruelovetruelovequiltsfory]

They are super, aren't they?! You are most welcome Linda:)

[@Wannaloom]

I love watching you quilt and listening to your tips! So helpful. 😊

[@jeantruelovetruelovequiltsfory]

Thank you! Very much:)

[@Wannaloom]

Jean Truelove Hey Jean, what foot are you using on your Juki? I like that it appears NOT to hop! Is it a Juki foot? Would love to know so I can get one for my Juki. Thanks in advance 😊

[@jeantruelovetruelovequiltsfory]

@@Wannaloom My JUKI mini came with two free motion quilting feet, but the one I use IS NOT A HOPPING foot. It remains stationary ~ and I'm glad, I've used hopping feet and they are a pain (for me) and very disconcerting!

[@jedlinnen6528]

Chanel quilted bag those quilted quilted circles on dots instantly reminded me of. It's quite a cover, Jean and not for the feint hearted. The good damask reverse takes it to another level . Congrats as usual

[@jeantruelovetruelovequiltsfory]

Thanks Jed:)

[@bethtaylor4579]

I think it is very lovely

[@jeantruelovetruelovequiltsfory]

Thank you Beth:)

[@lindadevito2223]

Hi Jean. I had made that pattern about two years ago using bright rainbow colors with black background. It came out very nice. I used fat quarters.

[@jeantruelovetruelovequiltsfory]

I'm sure it is beautiful! I too am going to make this pattern again surely...with other fabrics:)

[@jedlinnen6528]

Gold Damask good, Jean. These big shapes are not necessarily for the beginner. Yes, they are quick to put togeather but any seaming that is slightly off really shows. Well, that was my experience, last year, when I did really big shapes. Circles quilting on dotted fabric is fab and reminds me of a fabric, maybe upholstery or high end bag with gold chain. Love it

[@jeantruelovetruelovequiltsfory]

Thanks Jed! I found the piecing easy, but you are right....when it comes to basting and quilting, it is another story:)

[@PatsyB]

I bought the same machine after your review on the Juki. Thanks for the information on how to set the machine for free motion quilting. I do Love my Juki ! I could watch you quilt all day. Maybe if I watch long enough I will be good at it. 😄

[@jeantruelovetruelovequiltsfory]

WOW~ Really?!?! That is awesome! Best Machine Ever! Get the tension, stitches, yourself in order and YOU ARE OF AND RUNNING!!!!!

[@carmenbailey1560]

Thanks for sharing your free motion quilting, I’m liking the circle with the straight lines between them. I haven’t started to do any free motion yet, but I’ll have a go with this when I start to practice. Again thanks.👍❤️😊

[@jeantruelovetruelovequiltsfory]

Just remember to Practice Practice Practice...it's a skill all quilters should learn:) (Only IF they want to!! LOL:)

[@debbiepyleverhoeven5234]

Jean the quilt is beautiful. Those are definitely my colours. I love the rows of circles you are quilting.

[@jeantruelovetruelovequiltsfory]

The colors are growing on me....gradually:) Thank you Debbie:)

[@cyndialvarado6645]

Love the quilted dots! Very fun. Thx for sharing.

[@jeantruelovetruelovequiltsfory]

THanks for watching:)

[@BJ7481]

Love your quilt! I think the circles on the circle print looks great, especially with the straight lines in between them. Please show us the completed top when you're finished. I'm going to make this one of my Christmas gift quilts. BJ

[@jeantruelovetruelovequiltsfory]

Oh thank you! I wasn't sure. Up close, not so much, but further away it is fine:) I will absolutely do a show and tell when I am done:)

[@cgriffisteach1]

I’m surprised that you don’t pull your bobbin thread to the top so you can cut both threads while you’re quilting. Love the quilt!

[@jeantruelovetruelovequiltsfory]

Oh I did when I was in the center of the quilt. Its just on the edges I didn't and will just cut all the threads away at the end, the ones on the edge. Thank you Cindy:)

[@gladdy2104]

Skip to 11:40...😲😩... I would never skip any word of you... 💞... 🤣🤣🤣

[@jeantruelovetruelovequiltsfory]

Aw, aren't you sweet! But I know others NEED to skip ahead....all of my babbling!!!!! LOL!

[@barbaravarnava1795]

This quilt looks really good, you have done a lovely job of it, very effective Jean. 😍🇦🇺

[@jeantruelovetruelovequiltsfory]

Thank you Barbara:)

[@elizabethmullhall8226]

I bought 5 patterns from Villa Rosa after watching your video last week, Jean. Great for me as they do the digital version so no postage tada! They were so sweet too I made a mistake and put 2 of the same pattern in my cart and only realised this when I was downloading. I sent them an email and they allowed me to order another one without charge. I said I had heard you talking about them and in their reply they mentioned that your shout out had been very good for their business 😃

[@jeantruelovetruelovequiltsfory]

WHA?!?!!? How cool are they! Isn't that the most awesome thing!? To think...I am Good for someones business!! Go Me!! LOL!

[@marilyn1289]

I love the quilting!!! Love the pattern!! And I love your videos. Yes!!! Please do a tutorial on a sewing apron! I think that would be great! Thanks again!

[@jeantruelovetruelovequiltsfory]

Ah, me and my Shoprite apron!~ I suppose I must retire it and make a new one~ :) LOL!

[@lucy7b]

What a great pattern, I’ve got some vintage sheets, I might try this or something similar with them. Great quilting tips thank you. Best wishes Lucy from Oxford 🌸🌸🌸

[@jeantruelovetruelovequiltsfory]

It is a SUPER pattern! I LOVEEEEE vintage sheets:)

[@lafleurkim]

Super cute quilt!

[@jeantruelovetruelovequiltsfory]

Thanks:)

[@binkjo]

I’d love an apron tutorial!

[@jeantruelovetruelovequiltsfory]

Ummmmmmm.....so you don't LOVE my Shoprite Apron?!????!!?! LOL! We'll see!:)

[@susanmetivier3949]

Jean can you please tell me the batting that you are purchasing from Walmart and are you purchasing it in natural or white thank you for all that you it is much appreciated

[@jeantruelovetruelovequiltsfory]

www.walmart.com/ip/Pellon-Natures-Touch-Natural-Blend-80-20-Batting-96-Wide-9-yard-bolt/38571009 Its' Really good stuff~:)

[@susanmetivier3949]

Jean Truelove thank you for responding so quickly I ordered it today from Walmart thank again you are the best!!!

[@jeantruelovetruelovequiltsfory]

You are most welcome:)

[@shirleydooley1919]

Thank you Jean!

[@jeantruelovetruelovequiltsfory]

You are most welcome:)

[@diannef5566]

I love it..I bought a few from them thx for letting us know where you got the pattern from. Can't wait to do mine.

[@jeantruelovetruelovequiltsfory]

Thanks Dianne:)

[@colleenmurphy6529]

You crack me up too, Jean.

[@jeantruelovetruelovequiltsfory]

That makes two of us! LOL!

[@rowenagoad3425]

Thank you for telling about the Villarosadesigns patterns. I ordered 6 of them. Can’t wait to try them, they look so easy. I ordered the pdf . $2.00 each!! You can’t beat the price!!

[@jeantruelovetruelovequiltsfory]

You are welcome! I was thrilled to discover them too:)

[@momkr1]

Will you be at the Lancaster Quilt Show this week?

[@jeantruelovetruelovequiltsfory]

I am so bummed Jen and I can't make it! We have a busy schedule this week so have to give it a miss~ I think we will get to the one in May however...we'll let you know:)

[@momkr1]

Jean Truelove Dang! Was hoping to bump into you. 🙁. Love you and your videos.

[@jeantruelovetruelovequiltsfory]

Karen, I MIGHT be going..!! If I can arrange things, Maxwell and I might just be able to come!

[@wordwalkermomma4]

Jean, I'm catching up, as I haven't been feeling well... I was watching you finish up your circle quilt, and tossing scrap batting and fabric in the floor, and the question in my head popped up: "I wonder if Jean has a studio fairy that cleans at night?" C'mon now, Dear, 'fess up! 😋

[@jeantruelovetruelovequiltsfory]

Oh so you noticed??!?! Me tossing left and right ~ willy nilly.....and yes, OCCASIONALLY I will have a super tidy up/sweep up/clean up....the 'fairy's don't help though!!! LOL!

[@misssocialdeb3777]

I bought the pattern & excited. I noticed you don't use a lot of pins to pin your quilt. Maybe I over pin. When I do FM it seems like I have to stop every few seconds to take a pin or two out. What or how many do you recommend? Thanks in advance & love yr channel!

[@jeantruelovetruelovequiltsfory]

I use large pins and place them every 6 - 7 inches apart. I pin baste on my table (I've never pinned on the floor....I don't get that..) and let the weight of the backing, batting and top hang down the sides, starting from the center and pin out. I rarely, and I mean rarely, ever get a tuck or a pleat in the backing this way. Hope this helps:) (I got large 2" safety pins from Amazon...I got hundreds of them)

[@misssocialdeb3777]

@@jeantruelovetruelovequiltsfory Thanks Jean for that info. I will switch to the large pins. I do have a nice large island surface to work on. I am pinning to closely then. thanks again.

[@GayleHallAZ]

I just found you and I’m so happy!! I have the exact same machine as yours and quilt king sized quilts on it. I live by myself on social security, so I have a very limited budget. I love that you’re not a quilting snob and have such a warm and friendly personality. Did you paint those beautiful flowers on your Juki or are they decals? I’m so excited to watch your videos!

[@jeantruelovetruelovequiltsfory]

Thank you Gayle! I used rub on decals called 'Floral Tattoo's" from www.urbanelementz.com for the flowers:) And absolutely...NO QUILT POLICE are allowed in MY sewing room:)

[@cheryl8280]

Oh My what???? hahahah I really like that quilt. I've made a few large square quilts and they are soooo fun. I don't FMQ but I tie quilts with blocks that big. Fancier stuff I send out to the long armer. I'm going to have to have a look at those patterns! What does the back of that quilt remind you of????? The carpet at Cheryl's show?? LOLOLOL

[@jeantruelovetruelovequiltsfory]

"OH MY WORD" "OH MY WORD" "OH MY WORD".....and you're right....puke gold and splogges of brown.....LOL!! The hotel sent me their offcuts!!! LOL! LOL!

[@cheryl8280]

@@jeantruelovetruelovequiltsfory Good grief, but you're funny! I know I shouldn't make comments like that but I'm not hurting anyone, am iI? Where do these quilters come from????? Such workmanship is beyond comprehension. I wouldn't even begin to try anything like that cherry blossom triptic (?) and those Oriental kids on that one quilt? Wow!

[@binkjo]

I don’t want you to think that you don’t look adorable in your apron, I just think it would be a nice tutorial. Plus as you know Jenny changes up her apron and her sweaters to match her quilts, lol! 😘😘😘

[@jeantruelovetruelovequiltsfory]

Well then, if Jenny can do that, so can I~ I will run it past Jen...we WILL make an apron:)!!!

[@rosevargas1980]

Oh, my word you are so funny. Love your lovely disposition Make yourself a apron with lost of smiling faces. And write (Whatever)

[@jeantruelovetruelovequiltsfory]

Aw thanks Rose! Maybe....yea....maybe....Whatever..! LOL!

[@kimtaylor4751]

O I just love you your quilt is lovely .I'm learning f.m.q and it is not easy. But that's a lovely pattern .I've been quilting straight lines well it's a bit like dogs legs but it's a start thank you for a fab video 😊😊

[@patriciachevalier7526]

Speedy Jean, your quilt is fabulous! Love all the circles they look great, even Angela Walters quilting aren’t perfect and she has mistakes but she is ok with them. You add your own character to your quilts. Thank you!

[@jeantruelovetruelovequiltsfory]

Yea, If Angela Walters isn't perfect, then I'm in Good Company!:) LOL!

[@jeantruelovetruelovequiltsfory]

Thank you Kim! Dogs Legs are fine! Just keep practicing and maybe one day your dogs will learn to walk straighter! LOL!

[@lindadevito2223]

For 2.00 a pattern, you can’t beat it. My quilt shop sells them. Very simple to follow.

[@jeantruelovetruelovequiltsfory]

Seriously.. $2!!!

[@alejandroelyn5]

Hello Jean, how did you get Juki to look so beautiful?

[@jeantruelovetruelovequiltsfory]

Look up 'Floral Tattoo's by www.urbanelementz.com. They have beautiful selections of rub on decals!

[@alejandroelyn5]

Thank you for your quick response. Will look into it. Appreciate your videos and all the tips you give us.

[@shirleydooley1919]

What are the block measurements?

[@jeantruelovetruelovequiltsfory]

If you refer back to the original video of me cutting my squares, you will see that I don't give the block measurement ~ I only reference the pattern and where you can find it. Its not really fair of me to give the sizes when someone else has done all the work ~ you can buy the pattern for only $2 at www.villarosadesigns.com The pattern is called Lazy Goose

[@mmeyerr7867]

Charming! I checked out VillaRosaDesign on Instagram, they list the pattern name in the description and found a great digital card Wooo!

[@jeantruelovetruelovequiltsfory]

I check them out too! Thank you! Great stuff:)

[@danatucker6390]

I have this exact machine and LOVE it! Where did you get your sticker decals for your machine? SO BEAUTIFUL :) Thanks!

[@jeantruelovetruelovequiltsfory]

Thank you! Wonderful machine, huh?!?!? The Best! The rub on decals are called 'Floral Tattoos' and are from: urbanelementz.com They have a wide selection:)

[@dianne57m.shifthappens73]

Why not make a apron, you can mak one just for quilters

[@jeantruelovetruelovequiltsfory]

Lots of people want me to make an apron....so I probably will:)

[@cherylnewell9806]

I thought when you said circles, I envisned peppbles. I thought you lost your mind. Ha. But I rather like what you did!

[@jeantruelovetruelovequiltsfory]

Oh I regularly do lose my mind, but not this time~ LOL!

[@mirtaPR]

jean your quilt is beautiful you are an awesome teacher and quilter. I'm going to order some of those patterns from VillaRosa. could you show us 1 Day how to add your batting to quilt back and front. I have the hardest time w this on my floor. It usually a full size quilt. Please Jean.

[@jeantruelovetruelovequiltsfory]

Thank you! If you look up on my Playlist "JEAN'S BLOCK PARTY ~ 2018 ~ VIDEO 30 ~ you will see me doing what you ask! I am preparing my quilt to be basted. Hope it helps!:)

[@jedlinnen6528]

Gucchi or Chanel, Jean

[@lindagunter8339]

Be careful the geese are so large they might fly away. Ha!

[@jeantruelovetruelovequiltsfory]

LOL!