How I Made My First Quilt | DIY

[@elementgypsy]

I think it's a le moyne star. I love blue and white. You could use an ironing board. I put mine next to my machine, then sew and press right there. Its beautiful!

[@VictoriaNoe00]

Thank you! Oh that’s a great idea!!

[@Carolyncreatesmore]

Congratulations! This 66 year old grandma really enjoyed this video. Congratulations on your quilt! I have a hard time making big projects. This was A very honest video and I smiled at all the times you had to fix your machine and all the things that you have to do when making something. Thanks for the inspiration.

[@VictoriaNoe00]

Thank you so much 😊 That means so much to me!

[@TheStaffOfLife]

​@@VictoriaNoe00you made me laugh so hard multiple times, & I showed my hubby. When you were making the shams I told him, she's not using 2 pcs. of fabric for the back!, & sure enough, when I resumed watching the following day, you were cutting the back in two. Ugh. I loved your attitude! Reminds me of my granddaughters. The eldest one sews her own purses & some clothes, etc. They also "fly by the seat of their pants", lol I'm sure you've heard that saying. I've done a lot of that myself, but now that I'm older, I do very little of that. I like patterns, even tho' they can have errors, I've learned. I'm a fairly new quilter myself. I smiled when you'd call your blocks "squares". You said you were proud of yourself, but I'm also very proud of you! Seriously.Your quilt IS BEAUTIFUL!! I Loved that you called it homemade-looking, & that's a sweet thing. I just love that star pattern you used. Where can I find it? What's the name of it? Thx for your help. And thank you for sharing your quilting journey. It was a great video to watch and I'm going to share it, hoping others will enjoy as much as I have. Love ya! PS. I'm having vision issues, else I'd read every comment, which I'd enjoy.

[@SonnyLee259]

It’s so amazing to see a young woman making a quilt ,so impressive.

[@Debisjoy]

One thing to remember is….. the joy is in the journey. Perfection is not the end game., although I am a perfectionist, it’s teaching me to lay back.I make baby quilts for a non profit in our city. I use thrift fabric as well. I just finished my 6th quilt and used my husbands old Oxford shirt.

[@VictoriaNoe00]

I have found so much joy in quilting, it’s definitely a challenge not to be a perfectionist That’s so amazing you’re doing that!!

[@rachelburgener819]

What a wonderful way to share your talent!🥰 I too hope to be able to incorporate that into my world. ❤️😀

[@janemakuch9946]

Beautiful Quilt, pillow shams and sweatshirt! You did a great job :) You may want to add a Quilt Label (lots of videos available showing how-to) to the back with your name, city, state and the year. I didn't add them when I first started quilting, but always do now. Best hint I can give you is to start quilting the layers together from the center and work out, it helps keep the layers more smooth. When you make another quilt, look at "spray or pin basting" to keep the layers together. Thanks for the fun video Victoria, I enjoyed it and it reminded me of my first quilt!

[@VictoriaNoe00]

Thank you so much! Oh that’s a great idea! I’ll definitely add a label! I’m always looking for tips and tricks thank you! I’m so happy you enjoyed it! 🥰

[@bbymks5]

Your quilt and shams turned out amazing!! Thread bunnies/leaders really help cut back on the fabric being eaten. Or starting with the needle down. Don't let the fabric snobs tell you what fabric to use. Same with the thread snobs. Use what YOU like and what's in YOUR budget. Keep an eye out on the secondary market sites if and when you're ready to upgrade your machine. You can also look at local quilt stores for used machines. If you don't see yourself using the hundreds of decorative stitches, save your money and get a machine with less bells and whistles. A straight stitch plate is great to have. You can learn everything you need to know on YT. The videos are endless. Next time you have a project with a million and one half square triangles, look on YT how to make four or more at a time. Ignore the quilt police. They will suck the fun right out of quilting. To sew your next block on to your clothes, if your machine doesn't have a free arm, you can clip the back up and out of the way as much as possible, scrunch up the bottom of the top as much as possible and stick it under the needle. You could also cheat using Heat n Bond heavy duty and just iron it on and your done (you'll want to sew the backing on to the top with the right/pretty sides of your fabric leaving a small turning gap, turn right side out so you don't have raw edges)...the heavy duty Heat n Bond is pretty stiff though. Or you can use Heat n Bond lite to iron it on and sew it on. Forgot...you can always give quilt as you go a shot (several different methods) for your next quilt...definitely make it easier with the small throat space.

[@VictoriaNoe00]

Thank you! There's definitely been a lot of tips and opinions on here lol I appreciate your advice 😊

[@TheStaffOfLife]

​​@@VictoriaNoe00let me add that I still sometimes use pieces of sheets for backing small quilted wall-hangings, or borders on them, but Truth be told, sheet material has a much denser thread count and makes it difficult for the needle to penetrate. Your thread may break more. You can purchase muslin for the back in very wide widths, inexpensively. Sometimes other fabric is applied as backing by using wide strips, say 3 or 4. As others have kindly stated, keep at it, watch tutorials, take some classes, but realize it's very addictive and can control your life, IF YOU ALLOW IT. My personal rule is to not start sewing (or cutting, etc) till I have my other priorities taken care of. That's because you risk not getting anything else done, as you've probably learned. But you may have more available time than me, so enjoy your youth! Youre a beautiful woman. PS I love baking, too, like you. I follow a vegan diet. Vegan baking is a whole new ballgame!! Bye!

[@stitchann]

Beautiful quilt and the colours are amazing. I would suggest taking class at a local quilt shop you will learn so much on easier way of cutting which will help your blocks come out a more even size. Good for you for trying this amazing craft. It is a beauty.

[@VictoriaNoe00]

Thank you! I plan to get into some type of class soon! 🤍

[@angelaholton2841]

You go girl you have done a brilliant job 👏 🙌 ❤

[@VictoriaNoe00]

Thank you 🫶😊

[@beckypetersen2680]

Finishing it all the way by yourself is indeed something to be very proud of! It's actually miraculous you were able to quilt that together without actually pinning it thoroughly before starting to quilt it. Also - you used a machine with a smallish throat - so extra kudos to you for doing it yourself! I remember shoving my quilts this size through my Pfaff that had about that size of throat. Very difficult!

[@VictoriaNoe00]

Thank you so much! 😊

[@sadiemagyar9502]

Get yourself a new machine, girl. I had a love hate relationship with sewing for so long and finally upgraded my machine and now I can't stop sewing! Your fighting with your machine brought back all the memories haha

[@VictoriaNoe00]

Haha I know what you're talking about! I'm looking into one, is there one you recommend?

[@ksharpe8137]

@@VictoriaNoe00if you have the budget I would recommend the Juki but if you don’t want to spend that much then I suggest a Brother. I have a Brother and I absolutely love it. I’ve made probably a 75 quilts on it and it’s still going strong. Happy quilting! And your first quilt is beautiful!

[@12flame21]

had the same problems with my 180€ singer, upgraded to a juki and i love it. will buy a second one for the time when my first one needs repair.

[@lfuentes8891]

Juki TL series.

[@12flame21]

@@lfuentes8891 my juki is a hzl dx3 - best of both worlds and everything i could ever imagine.

[@PC1599]

You did such a great job! It's amazing that you learned everything on your own and that you stayed motivated through the process. It gets so much easier when you learn the tricks and the shortcuts. I agree with others who suggested watching more videos -- especially Donna Jordan with Jordan Fabrics. I've been quilting for 20+ years, and I still learn things from her videos. Getting a new sewing machine was a game changer for me. (I didn't think there was anything wrong with using my Singer machine until I got a mid-priced Janome.)

[@PC1599]

Oh, and you'll notice that lots of videos show people using precuts (jellyrolls, layer cakes, etc.), but I never use them. I prefer choosing my own fabrics and cutting my own squares and strips so I can get the fabrics I want -- just like you did.

[@VictoriaNoe00]

@@PC1599 Thank you! I'll check those channels out! :)

[@teeh917]

Sweetie, always remember this. A finished quilt is a perfect quilt. (Stacey Lee Creations quote) You did amazing, Hun. Stay blessed. 🙏🏻🩷🙏🏻

[@VictoriaNoe00]

Thank you so much! Bless you! ❣️

[@teeh917]

@@VictoriaNoe00 You are so welcome, Hun. Proverbs 31:13-14 🩷

[@pbargas7996]

Girl, you rocked it! Nothing prettier than a blue and white quilt. My suggestions: load a bunch of bobbins at once, big time saver; don’t back stitch, saves 29:19 time and thread; it’s not like sewing apparel. Also clean the fuzz out of your bobbin. I had to laugh when I saw your bobbin assembly fall apart. I am now using my mom’s machine and it has the same assembly. I just want to scream when I have to do anything with the bobbin. It is a pain

[@VictoriaNoe00]

Thank you! haha Yes I need to get a little cleaning kit 😂 Oh that's a great idea to load a bunch of bobbin! Same it gives me the most problems!

[@MrsBrit1]

Chain piecing is your friend here! Also, you can make half square triangles with squares. Place them right sides together, draw a line connecting two corners, and sew 1/4" from each side of the line, then cut the line. Boom! 2 half square triangles! A couple tips for your next quilted project!

[@MrsBrit1]

Safety pins! Use safety pins to baste the quilt layers together. Roll the quilt from two sides. It will fit under your machine (yes! Even a basic domestic!), it's easier to control, and the rolls are easier on your hands. Also, if you want to make another quilt on a machine, a walking foot will also help!

[@MrsBrit1]

As for sewing the shirt on the machine, taking the front piece off usually results in a way to sew around a garment. There's like a little arm with a bit of space underneath the machine where you can put the back of the shirt (in this instance) instead of trying to wrangle it under the flat deck of the machine while opening the shirt up. Hope that makes sense! It's also great when sewing sleeves and hems, etc.

[@VictoriaNoe00]

@@MrsBrit1 Thank you for all the helpful tips!! I have learned so much from everyone's comments, Thank you! 😊

[@maryh8689]

Best tip I ever learned when I was new at sewing is to always start a seam with the take up lever, needle, in the highest position. That puts you at the beginning of the stitch cycle. That will help to stop all the knotting up in the beginning.

[@VictoriaNoe00]

Oh that’s a great tip! Thank you!

[@rachelburgener819]

I’ve never known that tip😳 Thank you for sharing! ❤️😀

[@MLWilson-q3b]

Congratulations on your beautiful quilt. I love your enthusiasm to get the job done. I could not help but notice your plant in the corner of the room sadly begging for hydration throughout your sewing journey. I hope it has recovered 😊. Continue to have fun with sewing/quilting.

[@VictoriaNoe00]

Thank you! (Not sure which plant in the coroner you’re talking about) but yeah my snake plant has died completely, I have never been able to keep snake plants alive, but my other plant - I put her outside and she’s thriving now! 🤩

[@James-w8j2h]

Good job! Your quilt is beautiful!❤

[@VictoriaNoe00]

Thank you!

[@Jayne22]

Victoria, I would advise you to follow the various pieces of advice you have received in the comments. It is a lovely quilt top and your hard work has been successful. Yes, definitely get a newer machine, or get the one you have serviced. If you are using a sewing machine as much as this, it should be regularly serviced. Even a new machine will still need servicing at some point. Yes, get good quality fabric, cotton quilting fabric is the best. It handles better, sews better and gives a better finish. There is an easier way to make the squares you used rather than cutting triangles and sewing them. There is a lot of information in various books, patterns and other such making videos that can explain this to you. Also these books etc. give you advice on pressing seams. Yes, there is a lot of pressing, but you don’t have to press them open, you can press them so seams can nest with other seams. Please use cutting rulers and a cutting mat, it will reduce the injuries and the cutting will be more accurate, though there is an art to this cutting. Again, the books etc. explain this. Please cut on the table you use to sew on with your machine and press the fabric first and make sure you have room to work. Use an iron and ironing board, much easier. I would recommend The Quilters Bible by Linda Clements. I wish I had found this book before I started my journey. I now have a number of books and patterns. Please enjoy your journey and remember, this is your first quilt, label it and enjoy the journey you have started. I look forward to your progress.

[@VictoriaNoe00]

Thank you! I will check out that book! thank you for the tips and support 😊

[@rachelburgener819]

Victoria, this was on my feed so I thought I’d check it out. I enjoyed your video so much I’ve subscribed!!! I’ve sewn and crafted my whole life, but recently jumped into quilting. To date I’ve accomplished 3 quilts and see soooo many more in my lifetime! They were each gifts for specific people and I was going on a wing and a prayer- BUT ya know what there was a lot of other feelings as well🙃🤬😖🧐🥳🙄😂😂 You did an awesome job on this large project and 3 smaller ones👏👏👏 What a wonderful accomplishment for you. Take your time, watch and learn from many people here on You Tube. I’ve found many that I like and as basic as it is it seems that each has something different to offer! But it’s that way with most anything we want to learn; cooking, cleaning, woodworking, beadwork, paper crafts…😜 We’ve even seen it here in the comments!!! Karen Brown from Just get it done quilts, Kate from The Last Homely House and Nikki from Pin cut Sew are a few in the large list that I have! Again 👏👏👏😀🎉🥂💐 for a job well done and I look forward to your channel. 🥰❤️😀

[@VictoriaNoe00]

Thank you so much!! I’ve learned so much from people on KZbin I’m always looking for something new! I’ll definitely check them out!

[@melindastines2526]

I'm SO glad that I'm not the only one who wraps up and twirls in their newly FINISHED artwork! Victoria, you did a fantastic job! The design and colors that you chose for the quilt and shams....it's just a BREATHTAKING masterpiece! ATTA GIRL! 👏

[@VictoriaNoe00]

Thank you so much!! 😊😊

[@andreawalker2535]

Congratulations!!! This is a lovely quilt! It has my favorite colors in it! You tackled triangles and stars!!! How brave! You have gone through the entire process of making and finishing a quilt, and charged right through it! I hope your great grandma will see it even if she is in heaven now. God bless!

[@VictoriaNoe00]

Thank you so so much 🫶

[@bloominginrogers]

I hand quilted my first quilt. I’d never do that again. I was about your age and had absolutely no experience making quilts. I had a tutorial from some good friends. In the last 5 years I have made a lot of quilts. I quilt all of my own quilts. Each one of them I consider a learning experience. Each one I treasure. Keep quilting. Watch a lot of videos. Angela Walter’s videos are fun and informative.

[@VictoriaNoe00]

that's amazing! I'll definitely check her videos out! Thanks!

[@FrenchyStitchy]

Amazing job! This is such an authentic & realistic video. It’s the process that counts and you showed how to do it on a small domestic machine. Love it 😍

[@VictoriaNoe00]

Thank you so much! 😊

[@digitaldonna7241]

You are a brave girl. Your quilt is beautiful. I have been quilting off and on for many years and I still have not been brave enough to sew/quilt a queen/king quilt. Now, after watching your video, I might just try. Thank you for your inspiration.

[@VictoriaNoe00]

Thank you very much! I hope you do get back into quilting! Let me know how your quilt turns out! 😊

[@hollykarlsen1792]

Congratulations on finishing your first quilt!! Make sure you label it with the date and don’t ever get rid of it. It will always be a reminder of how much you have improved with each future quilt you make. Your quilt is beautiful! I love your fabric choices!

[@VictoriaNoe00]

Thank you! I will add a label! 💙

[@juliewholohan2850]

I bought my first sewing and overlock machines when my first baby was born….42 yrs ago….self taught….lots of mistakes and mechanical issues/learning…..so love seeing the younger generations having a go….my grandmothers also my mentor.❤️🇦🇺

[@VictoriaNoe00]

Thank you! ❤

[@misheyp.5103]

I’m a beginner quilter and I see myself in some of your struggles 😆. I love blue and I love Star quilts so of course I love your quilt. I’m planning an autumn quilt with those stars that have colors of black, cheddar yellow, navy blue and cream, but only a throw blanket size because that’s manageable to quilt myself as a quilt as you go style. Good job and you never gave up so 🙌! Never give away your handmade quilt, it’s not supposed to be perfect, only God is perfect!

[@VictoriaNoe00]

Thank you! Oh that will be stunning!!! 🤩 Thank you! I will treasure this quilt for the rest of my life! 🥰

[@v.maiden483]

Congratulations on your completion of your 1st quilt.

[@VictoriaNoe00]

Thank you! 😊

[@shelina_virjee]

You did a great job! This is a gorgeous quilt! When you make another one (notice I didn't say if), I hope you make another video so I can watch your progress. I am quilter and have a quilting channel and it was fun to watch you make this one.

[@VictoriaNoe00]

Thank you! I plan to! I love to watch other people make things 😄

[@katscreativelife]

Here’s a tip! I just learned you should change your machine needle after 8 hrs of stitching. I started noticing my stitch tension going funny!

[@VictoriaNoe00]

Oh, I didn't know that! Thank you!!

[@jerrieweatherford5779]

you have done an awesome job. congratulatons on finishing your first quilt. I do look forawrd to seeing your other crafts, quilts, clothing.

[@VictoriaNoe00]

Thank you so much! 😊🫶🏽 I’m excited to keep posting videos!

[@sharonarrendale8418]

I love your quilt! It so beautiful. You did such a wonderful job.❤

[@VictoriaNoe00]

Thank you so much!! ❤

[@lynettehansen2203]

I’m new to quilting as well but one thing I do to save time is chain stitching whenever you can.

[@starbright9618]

Ohio Star pattern is very versatile.....I love your color choices.

[@VictoriaNoe00]

oh! Thank you, I know there are so many inner changeable star patterns. Thanks! 😊

[@sanflo2810]

Interesting to watch this. Good job taking this journey to make a quilt. Quilting and sewing is enjoyable. Keep going.👏🏽💙

[@VictoriaNoe00]

Thank you! I plan to document more projects! I have fallen in love with quilting! 🤍

[@sanflo2810]

@@VictoriaNoe00 sewing and quilting is so fun. It’s my safe and quiet space. I’ll keep watching. 👀😊

[@gingertea5006]

I am amazed that you designed your own pattern and quilted it on that tiny machine. With my first quilt I just sewed 5 inch squares together. There are so many tips I could tell you but I will just share three. Buy fabric from a quilt store - it's better quality & easier to work with (they have stuff on sale). Also square up each block - I didn't do that at first, but when I did it was so much easier to sew the squares together when they are all the same size. Buy a better machine, you could get a used one that someone has traded in. You have a lot of potential as a quilter to accomplish this as your first quilt. I'm a new subscriber and I'm excited to see your next quilting project. BTW I also live in KY and our daughter graduated from UK.

[@VictoriaNoe00]

Thank you for all the tips! I’m glad the Kentucky weather is finally getting nice! ☀️

[@lynnebradley4624]

Congratulations on your beautiful star blocks. I love blue & white, in years to come this will be an heirloom

[@VictoriaNoe00]

Thank you so much 💙🤍

[@LisaLisa-zl9vu]

Beautiful!! Congratulations

[@VictoriaNoe00]

Thank you🥰

[@lynnthorley7876]

Hi Victoria, I thoroughly enjoyed watching your journey. Great project. Look forward to more videos

[@VictoriaNoe00]

Thank you so much! 😁

[@abarlow86]

You had me when your foot was on the table holding the top on the table🤣 Go big or go home! Tip: move your machine on the table so you have more working space to hold that bad boy! You rocked it !! And love your cross hatch quilting on the shams!!

[@VictoriaNoe00]

It was definitely a wild ride making this quilt 😂 Thank you!!!

[@carolynperkins3141]

If I could give you a tip. If you prefer wind 3 or 4 bobbins before you start sewing, it will take less time when you get started. Not judging just trying to help save time. BTW your quilt was really good.

[@VictoriaNoe00]

That would really save some time! thanks!

[@TerrySmith-he5vx]

I just love this video. You had me laughing and wanting to make a quilt.

[@VictoriaNoe00]

Thank you so much! 😊 I'm so glad you enjoyed it!

[@sharonleithoff7100]

Jean Truelove on YT quilts her quilts on her machine and has a Brother and Juki machine.Jean is a very authentic quilter and I learnt to quilt through her videos.Your Quilt is gorgeous well done 👏🏻 yup I subscribed 😁

[@VictoriaNoe00]

I'll check her out!! Thank you! :)

[@marybelcourt101]

i so enjoyed watching your journey. your determination though the touch moments. you're thrilling victory in the end. i say go girl and no looking back.

[@VictoriaNoe00]

Thank you so much!!!

[@susankarikas2988]

Don’t forget a label. Made by Hand with love by Victoria. Date it, too. Loved watching your progress.

[@VictoriaNoe00]

I love that way of labeling it! Definitely going to do it that way! 😊Thank you!! 🫶

[@cynthiadana2424]

Great job !!

[@VictoriaNoe00]

Thank you! 😊

[@tristadav]

Keep going, there's a huge amount to explore in the quilting world! You might want to make a big birthday & Christmas lists to get the things you need like rotary cutter, rulers, mat, hopefully a new sewing machine, but girl you have some talent!

[@VictoriaNoe00]

Thank you so much!!😊 I definitely will look into getting those things to make my life a little easier 😂

[@mlatham23]

You did a great job.

[@VictoriaNoe00]

Thank you!!

[@debbieparrish4369]

Well done. It's amazing. 😍

[@VictoriaNoe00]

Thank you! 😊

[@tammyd.5654]

Congratulations, on pressing get a pressing stick it helps open the seam when pressing open. And just remember sewing every day the next day you will be a little bit better. Can’t wait to see you finish it

[@francespiquemal8813]

Oh Victoria, you are a blast from the past. Thank you for your authenticity. I laughed. I cringed. I gasped. And laughed some more. I felt I wanted to be your next door neighbour! You are such a delight. And the quilt was/is an original to you and it is just so fresh and beautiful. The star is called LeMoyne star. The best tutorial I have come acrosss is by Quilts by Jen titled How To Make A LeMoyne Star Block. Her post has numbered text with clear pictures of each step of the construction. I hope you will look it up. I am excited to see your next project on your quilting journey.

[@Redtop1965]

Well done, great job. If it looks handmade, then that's all the better.

[@kschallert3569]

It's gorgeous!!!!

[@VictoriaNoe00]

Thank you!!

[@susieinthecountry4434]

grrr i dislike bird nests, save this quilt, you will be so happy you did♥thanks for sharing your project!also "done is better than perfect"

[@VictoriaNoe00]

Haha they are a pain!! Thanks for watching! 😊

[@sharonlapsley4450]

Takes a long time!!!!😊

[@VictoriaNoe00]

Yes it does! 😊

[@mickeyparks3398]

You are amazing and remind me of myself just start a project ❤ and figure it out. I think we should have gone to engineering school. Good luck.

[@VictoriaNoe00]

Thank you! We should have 😂

[@cynthiacarter9336]

It's beautiful 😊

[@VictoriaNoe00]

Thank you!! 😊

[@donnatoland4756]

It turned out wonderful. You will also benefit from a walking foot when you quilt it all together.

[@VictoriaNoe00]

Thank you! And thanks for all the tips!

[@mardigra1916]

It’s fabulous

[@VictoriaNoe00]

Thank you so much!

[@TheVelvetKitten]

It's the Missouri Quilt Company version of a Le Moune Star. But they call it a Lemon Star. The angles are a bit different from Le Mayne. I'm so proud of you!

[@VictoriaNoe00]

Thanks! I was really curious about what it was called!

[@melanienicholson2834]

You did great. I wish my grand daughters were interested in quitting. I could give them so many tips and tricks for quilting. I use headers and enders when im quilting. Which is only a small piece of fabric. I also chain stitch. If you get a chance watch how to make half square trangles 8 at a time. Makes life so much easier.

[@VictoriaNoe00]

Thank you! I wish I started earlier and could have sewn more with my great grandmother ❣️ I’ll look into chain stitches thanks! 😊

[@melanienicholson2834]

@@VictoriaNoe00 a tip, use a quilt basting spray. You don't get poked so much by needles. Does the front part of your sewing machine bottom come off. Many do and it allows you to put sleeves and such over it. This would work for the sweat shirt. I made a design wall out of insulation foam board. It sure helps. I'm old and it's hard for me to get up and down from the floor. Chain piecing is just sewing the HSTs back to back, joined

[@VictoriaNoe00]

Yes it does come off, that’s a great idea! Thank you!

[@donnanawrocki3022]

WOW Victoria! So brave of you! You did a fabulous job. I believe the name of your block is Sarah‘s Choice. If I might suggest - watch KZbinr Beth on My Sewing Room. She taught it 9 months ago in a Friendly Sampler quilt block lesson. Her quilt teaching style is friendly and forgiving. I’ve learned so much from her - (how to make half square triangles & flying geese of which you needed) Love her channel. I hope you will too. Happy quilting! And…no need for perfection- it’s about enjoying the process and your finished product! 😊

[@VictoriaNoe00]

Thank you so much! Ill check her out! I'm always looking to learn something new! Happy Quilting! 🫶

[@LindaThomas-fo5bt]

Good job you did great and all your problems are extremly normal happens to us all keep on qiulting

[@VictoriaNoe00]

Thank you so much!

[@sewingbarbie6136]

Fantastic!

[@rosemaryrybka6599]

You did a Super Job! I made my first quilt,it was a baby quilt,almost the size of a twin bed. Was it perfect definately Not !! but the Mom was so thrilled,it made me feel so good. I wrote a little message to the baby from Aunt Rosemary and the Mom just cried when she read it.I explained to the baby that aunt rosemary wasn,t perfect and neither was her quilt,but it was made with all my Love.Added the day date time I finished it ,my address,my age witch was 73,so she would know a little@ me .

[@VictoriaNoe00]

Thank you! I can’t wait to make baby blankets for my (future) nieces and nephews! 💗

[@saraharrell1768]

Congrats and welcome to your new obsession

[@VictoriaNoe00]

Thanks! It really has become my new personality 😂😂

[@lynettelewis5008]

Wow you are a winner! 🏆 That’s is a huge project as a first quilt, well done! Go and watch a couple of Melanie K Ham’s sewing tutorials. She was my inspiration, sadly she has passed, but she was a fantastic tutor and have loads of brilliant ideas on offer. Don’t stop quilting doll, even with the cutting and ironing that you don’t like, it will become easier. Get yourself a table to iron on, you will find it much easier 😉 I so enjoyed your video, you had me in stitches with your foot on the table. Wish it was that flexible, I will break in half 😂 I will be following you for future projects, thank for sharing ❤️🌹🏆🌹🏆🌹❤️

[@VictoriaNoe00]

Thank you so much! I'll check her videos out! Thank you I have so much fun sharing the ups and downs of my projects! ❤😊

[@helenecaron6853]

Congratulations!you finish….🥇🏆👍

[@VictoriaNoe00]

Thank You!! 😊

[@quiltingforthesoul]

Awesome job. I have so many things I would tell you. But I’m not a quilting police lol. KZbin was my teacher and still is. I want to learn to quilt so I started watching KZbin. I want to come to your house and help me with your quilt. But it wouldn’t be your quilt you did a great job. Just keep trying and you’ll get it. God bless you and your family have a blessed morning.

[@VictoriaNoe00]

Thank you! Right there are so many things I know I could've done better and I'm excited to apply all the tips and tricks to my next quilt! God bless you! Have a great day!

[@thecat5620]

Beautiful

[@VictoriaNoe00]

Thank you!

[@dianneeverett1633]

Very nice. Be sure to put a label on it with pattern name, date, town and state. You'll be glad you did. Awesome job.

[@VictoriaNoe00]

Thank you so much!

[@itsjustme7169]

I started quilting with my husbands tape measure a pencil and a pair of scissors. After the first quilt I swore it was the last. Over 15 years later I still quilt.

[@VictoriaNoe00]

That's amazing! 😄😄

[@ToriLynnH]

Yea! 🎉 🎉 🎉

[@donnatoland4756]

Also go watch quilting videos my favorite two are Missouri star quilting and Jordan fabric. I’ve learned more from them two. I had never quilted before I started watching them.

[@bettydowney8820]

Always turn your wheel toward you

[@SonnyLee259]

Hope you get better soon ❤

[@dianegrimmitt4004]

I just wanted to say that I noticed you turning the wheel away from you when lifting the needle. You need to turn it towards you. My 1st machine was a front loaded and I hated it. All my current machines are top loaders. Well done on your first quilt.

[@VictoriaNoe00]

I didn't even notice I did that!! Thank you!!

[@lindawalker2490]

Always remember to open and clean your bobbin carrier, change your needle every 8 hours of sewing. It's more important than you realize to keep your machine clean.

[@VictoriaNoe00]

I didn't realize that! Thank you!

[@TheLadyLair]

You’re so adorable. I was cheering you on the whole way. You did great Baby! If I can make a small suggestion, watch some Jordan Fabrics videos. You will learn a lot about cutting, ironing and quilting. It will save you a TON of time. Bravo 👏🏼

[@VictoriaNoe00]

Thank you! Oh yeah I’ll check that channel out! Thanks!

[@lisajones5265]

Definitely beautiful i say

[@VictoriaNoe00]

Thank you!!

[@theresadoyle6360]

Do yourself a favor and purchase rotary cutter rulers and or squares. They are game changers and you’ll probably never cut yourself again. This was a huge undertaking for a first project. With everything, practice makes perfect, or something close to it.

[@VictoriaNoe00]

I’ll definitely get one haha anything to help me from slicing myself!

[@elizabethmiller7686]

Watch Erica Arndt or Fat Quarter Shop, Quilt Addicts Anonymous for beginner quilting.

[@barbaracollins9100]

Love your quilt, i live in London ky, what area are you in? Good luck on your future projects 😊

[@VictoriaNoe00]

Thank You! I'm in central KY, near Lexington!

[@barbaracollins9100]

@@VictoriaNoe00 we are only hour and half away from each other.... there's a lot of places to shop where you are. You're quilt turned out really good for first time doing one. Tyvm for replying to me

[@VictoriaNoe00]

@@barbaracollins9100 I love our ol' Kentucky! yes I have found a lot of shops and even friends and family have given me their sewing stuff/fabric and I'm so excited! Have a great Derby weekend! 🐎😊

[@larnold7614]

To get your sweatshirt on your machine you leave off that extra white piece that you remove to install the bobbin. If you Google it you will see.

[@VictoriaNoe00]

Ohhh, thank you for the tip!!

[@pattyprovost6516]

I had wished I could stick my hands in the video and you with your machine.....all quilters go through the same thing. Love your Quilt, the Shams and the sweatshirt

[@pattyprovost6516]

Help you ...see we even leave words out lol

[@VictoriaNoe00]

Thank you so much! 😊

[@marieprescott9168]

You did a wonderful job Victoria. I think it would help you to watch Missouri star Jordan fabrics and Monica Poole. I think you would benefit greatly from it. I’ve been sewing for years and I found their method of quilting and generally sewing much better than my own. I too was told by my grandmothers mother and aunts. I even took sewing classes in high school and I never seen such techniques like theirs that was as easy as theirs.

[@VictoriaNoe00]

Thank you! I’ll check them out! You’re right there is nothing like grandma’s way ❤️

[@kellyjossis]

"...only four major injuries..." 🤣

[@TheStaffOfLife]

Hi Victoria. I wrote a comment a few days ago. I watched a few more mins of your video again & realized you didn't know the answer to the name of the star. Wish I could get that pattern. I luv it!! You did an awesome job! Just shared it with my eldest granddaughter (maybe about your age). If you learn that pattern name, will you share it with me? Thx so very much 💜

[@VictoriaNoe00]

Hi Catherine! I had someone comment the name! It is a "Le Monye Star pattern", Thank you so much for watching and enjoying my videos! ☺💕

[@TheStaffOfLife]

@@VictoriaNoe00 thank you so very much for sharing the name with me. I had taken a few screen shots in your video of the drawing & subsequent construction of the paper pattern & that was helpful; but knowing the name I was able to find explicit instructions to creating it. Again, thankx much!!! It's beautiful and not as difficult as it appears. YES!! Color choice is the secret and you nailed it!!!

[@woodenkat8971]

I saw The Stichery channel call it resting stich face and that is how I will always refer to that look of absent concentration in future.

[@marybelcourt101]

your hooked on sewing, that's wonderful and exciting to see, do yourself a favor go to a quilt shop and take a quilting 101 class. it was so amazing when someone shows you the easy way it's done. it seems all I self-taught myself was a lot of bad habits that I'm still trying to break today it's well worth the money plus there are people there that get and understand your passion.

[@VictoriaNoe00]

I am hooked! I'll definitely look into classes I feel like I could learn so much!

[@kimberlyp2778]

It's a LeMoyne Star (Lemon Star). Congratulations to you on your quilt, sweet girl.

[@VictoriaNoe00]

Thank you! 😊

[@GLITTERandSKULLZ]

Bless your heart ❤.......in the good way 😂

[@VictoriaNoe00]

😂🫶

[@aprilblood1854]

Oh, and I forgot to tell you do yourself a huge huge favor and buy pre-wound bobbins they are lifesaver April

[@VictoriaNoe00]

Oh my goodness this would save soooooo much time! Thanks! 😊

[@jilbertb]

Nice job for a newbie! Really! Buy more bobbins. Either look up the size on the internet by your machine model or take one to the store with. (Brothers are usually 15J, but check). Before you start sewing, wind several (4+). Less irritating to load a bobbin, than having to wind. a. bobbin. every. time. Get a small cutting mat to use and a ruler, atleast 12" long. After you finish a square, you trim them down, all to the same size. Sheets are economical but are hard on your machine and needle (change your needle each project!). They are woven very tight. If in the future you want a quilt longarmed, most longarmers won't accept them as a backing. I could go on for days with advice.... have sewn over 50 yrs, apparel, upholstery, draperies, quilting. Watch more YT sewing channels! Trust me, the lady teaching at Joann's is nor a pro - i worked there 9 yrs. Want cheap fabric? Get a job at Joann's. 30% off, even sale items AND sewing machines!!!

[@VictoriaNoe00]

Thank You! thanks for the tips! That's amazing I love hearing about what people sew! OH! I didn't know you get discounts if you work there!!

[@katehenry2718]

The tools you bought will be used for other quilts so they are not allll for the first one cost.... or.... that will make the next ones that much less cost. BEAUTIFUL blue stars ))))) You be proud of yourself. ))) Well done. Now that others know you quilt, the cloth fairy will deliver bags of cloth to your door unannounced. You won't have to ever buy cloth again. )))

[@VictoriaNoe00]

Yes! It’s an investment but it’s made making other things so much easier! Thank you! I’m so in love with my quilt and excited to start more projects! Haha I already have people giving me cloth 😄 it’s so nice! :)

[@tinadenike2357]

Next time use spray basting glue i only ever pinned my frist quit .until someone told me about the spray.if i has to pin a quilt i would never quilt again. You're quilt looks good

[@VictoriaNoe00]

Ill try that next time! Thanks!

[@claudiapatterson6764]

Girl get a ironing board and a ruler. You still did an awesome job without!

[@VictoriaNoe00]

I am 😂Thank you!

[@catherinesofikitis179]

Lemoyne star

[@VictoriaNoe00]

Thanks so much!

[@vickiserre9457]

You didn’t baste your quilt sandwich together…😮

[@sadiejosiemom]

Congratulations! I would advise to take a beginner quilt class to refine your skills. You will be amazed at the results you will get just from learning things you don't know, instead of struggling.

[@VictoriaNoe00]

Thank you! Oh I bet that would help so much!