How to Face a Quilt - Part 1

[@BeatlesFanSonia]

I have watched this several times because I keep thinking that this is too easy so I must not be understanding it! I made some mug rugs as Easter Presents and they came out beautifully with your help! Thank you do much! I’m am super glad that I found your channel!

[@smallfootprint2961]

Love the idea of putting the triangles in the corners to help with hanging. Thanks for all the great ideas.

[@mmills5951]

I’ve watched you for 5 min and love your presentation! Ok, back to the video...❤️

[@Chatterboxquilts]

Wow, thank you!

[@shirleycovert7257]

I am in the middle of making an exchange block for Christmas at my Modern Quilt Guild and this will be perfect for finishing it. Thank you so much for the tutorial,.

[@thedementianurse]

Two years later, and you just saved another life! I would rather put a rusty nail through my eyeball than wrestle with mitered corners. I've watched every video, read every article on Pinterest and I STILL stink at it. I found your video today, and am jumping for joy. I make fidget quilts for people with dementia, so this truly is a game-changer for my work. I hope you see this message. If not, it's out there in the Universe and can still bring you good karma.

[@Chatterboxquilts]

So glad to have come to the rescue, Gail! So kind of you to make fidget quilts - I know they take some time to make. Keep up the good work and thanks for watching.

[@cherylpetersen1858]

Thank you for this wonderful, easy, simple tutorial. This is ingenious! You are a natural for doing videos.

[@Chatterboxquilts]

Thanks for the lovely compliment, Cheryl!

[@amandagraham3859]

I have felt intimidated about adding a facing, but your clear, easy to understand instructions have given me the confidence to try it.

[@Chatterboxquilts]

Glad it was helpful!

[@stephhebel1828]

I love the style of your rooster table runner!

[@fgangat5080]

Thank u so much for yr technique of facing off and also hanging pockets etc... So many tips in one video... I learned so much from this vid... Thank you... All the success to u and yr channel. God bless❤️🙏💯

[@Chatterboxquilts]

Most welcome 😊

[@anilovesmeemee]

I did a Google search on facing a quilt and your link came up first! Thank you for making the process so easy to understand, off now to face my wall hanging! KittyAnn, Wilmington NC

[@froniesquibb6318]

If I put a border on a quilt, and use the same border fabric for the corners and bindings at the back, I can machine stitch the binding with a coordinating colour thread, thus eliminating the need to hand sew. Love this idea!

[@debbieb3153]

I LOVE this technique. It makes for a very clean look and looks fun on the back.

[@JuneJelly]

Thank you for sharing this. The technique is new to me and I love learning about new possibilities - especially when so well demonstrated and explained.

[@suebrown3194]

I learned the trick of using triangles in the corners from Ami Simms for hanging little quilts. I've even made a habit of using one of the triangles as my quilt label. Glad to know how to face a quilt like this though! Great tutorial!

[@lucilleguerrini-burks2290]

This is awesome. Thank you. Another great lesson. I learned a lot again today. And enjoyed it also.....Lou

[@LyndaHeines]

Thank you so much! Today I faced a large art quilt, and it worked great. Thanks again.

[@cazfromoz1]

This is an easy way to finish small quilt projects w/o having to sew traditional-style binding. Great for beginners - and for us more experienced quilters, too! Thanks for sharing. :)

[@eugeniamoreno5846]

I now stand a chance of finishing a quilt for my granddaughter that I started 6-7 years ago! Thank you!!

[@alletabaltes8088]

Trying it on my collage today! Thank you for such clear instructions.

[@dawnhaynes1545]

You are a great teacher,thank you so much!

[@Chatterboxquilts]

You are welcome!

[@kerriekean7401]

What a great idea, Kim. This will surely make the finishing off process much quicker-and I love the idea of the triangle being used to hang the quilt. Another great bonus

[@catharinawilliams1828]

Thank you, never knew how to do this without having bulky corners! This is so easy!

[@lulugraphics]

This is genius, very clear instructions, both verbal and visual, thank you.

[@annabroome1659]

Awesome! You are a wonderful instructor. Thank you!

[@debl-s5677]

Very im-pressive!! Thanks for the great demonstration -- I'd heard of facing but the description didn't make sense until now. 😄

[@Chatterboxquilts]

You're welcome!

[@margaretmurphy9498]

Very nice technique. I'm going to mace some mug rugs to practice right away. I really like the corner triangles

[@nonstopmom8185]

Thank you so much for this technique. There are other "facing" tutorials on youtube, but yours seems the easiest and prettiest.

[@folkartandfantasy]

Thank you, great technique. For a wall hanging I’d use fusible to hold those sides down to avoid hand sewing and super easy way to incorporate the hanging pockets.

[@sam61a]

I love the idea of facing, rather than binding! I already used folded squares in the corners for hanging by sewing them into the binding, and I print laundry instructions on them together with my details and, where relevant, personalised information such as ("Welcome to world [baby's name] [DOB and weight]") .

[@Chatterboxquilts]

I love that idea, Samantha - personalized and helpful information too!

[@susanyates121]

Great idea and concise and clear video. Many thanks.

[@1cpamom-]

Just used your technique this morning on a mid sized wall hanging. The triangle corners really offer a trifecta of benefits; yes they help the facing lay flat and provide a means of hanging, and the bottom right becomes the quilt label! I always use 8.5 in triangle corner labels on my quilt, but I used 5 inches today. Just needed to scale my alphabet letters down to 6 from 9 mm. Ty for the great video and clear explanation!!!!

[@davinabradley116]

I’ve just used your technique for an art quilt/ wall hanging. It was so much easier than the traditional method and looks amazing. I stopped and started the video as I reached each stage. I also made 2 additional triangles. I added these with the binding at the top and now I’ve finished all the stages, these 2 extra finished triangles will hold the dowel in place so it doesn’t sag in the middle. (I sewed the extra triangles first so there are no raw edges.)It just needed a few stitches to secure the point down onto the back. Looks really professional, I’m so happy, thank you!

[@Chatterboxquilts]

Glad it worked out for you, Davina. Good tip on adding the extra triangles - hadn't thought of that one. Thanks for sharing.

[@Cyrilmc222004]

Thank you so much that’s a great idea 💡. I’ve never seen this before either, but I really really love 💖 it. I really think 💭 that this is another way to finish things off, with the added bonus of having tabs to hang it from too. xxx Mags

[@LoisSteckman]

So quick and easy thank you your great

[@Chatterboxquilts]

You’re welcome 😊

[@bonnieraekonjevich2776]

Never gave this a thought in 35 years of making quilts. So cool and will be easier for my arthritic fingers, for the baby quilt gifts I like to give. {-: )

[@cs76134]

Thanks for this tutorial! Since I am not a fan at all of hand sewing, maybe Steam a Seam 2 would be a good option. Thanks again for this, and all your tutorials.

[@ksmith3922]

Thank you for a great demonstration. I am going to try this with smaller projects like mug rugs and placemats.

[@jeanhartwig3282]

Fabulous tutorial, easy to understand.

[@Chatterboxquilts]

Glad it was helpful!

[@fayneilly833]

Thank you never seen finishing done like that before. I like it very much.

[@ummm8511]

WOW! what a lovely idea!! I have had such a hard time binding my little mug rugs and this is the answer. I will be trying this next week. Thank you so much!

[@betsylewis9432]

Love it. I made one and it’s perfect. I’m working on my second one now. Your tutorial is spot on. Thank you so much!

[@Chatterboxquilts]

You are so welcome!

[@alexandragee1521]

Thank you! I love stitching down binding but i so HATE mitred corners .... love this idea😍😍

[@rebeccalane7736]

Very impressed, great for little or miniature quilts. I'm going to spread the news with my quilting friends. Thank you!

[@nellherrero164]

Thank you for this tutorial. I really like the look of a faced quilt. I was wondering how this would work with a larger quilt. I may try this technique with a baby quilt.

[@wendyshaw6573]

I suggest that you use a fusible batting or all cotton batting for this type of facing....polyester batting will melt under the steam heat. Great idea and one I will use a LOT

[@Chatterboxquilts]

For sure! You've got to watch that polyester batting, especially when you will be applying that heat for some time.

[@elainebukowsky9187]

Love this method and your instructions. You made facing a quilt, and BONUS!!!, combined it with hanging corners which was just what I was looking for. Thanks for all the great info.

[@debjacobson9800]

Thank you so much. This is an amazing technique!

[@marianrobinson5041]

I have also used the flip method for a quilt. Soooo easy!

[@carolegroom5161]

Very interesting to know there are other ways to finish off your quilting. Many thanks for showing it to us all.

[@noramauk9032]

I used your tutorial to add facing to a mini quilt. It worked perfectly and I really liked the finished look. Thank you for your clear instructions. I will be using this technique again!

[@rogeje2]

This size or a little larger might make a great journal/book cover. Enjoyed watching!

[@deejcarter2003]

I absolutely love this technique 👏🏾👏🏾👏🏾👏🏾👏🏾

[@annhenry-smith8084]

I think this is just brilliant, thank you so much. It is the very best version I have ever seen.

[@dorisrichard5630]

I just love your videos and I am going to try this way of putting a facing

[@fluffyspit]

Thank you. I’m new to quilting and finding the binding techniques a real challenge. I also don’t actually like the look of the binding around the edge...I wanted to keep just the quilt at the front...so your technique as well as others I’ve read in the comments is appealing to me, I LOVE the corner tabs as it definitely sounds like a really great way to display quilts/wall hangings. Thank you so much. Such a clear and calm tutorial.x

[@warmandbright6525]

really cool idea, and i like the smooth finish look it gives the projects. though if i was using it for a small project that might not get used/washed much, i think fusible tape might be good to tack down the strips without having to sew anything down

[@sallylawrence7239]

I had never heard of this and am eager to try in a quilt I am currently working on. I had been debating about the binding and didn’t want it framed with another color so this would be perfect. Thank you for the detailed instruction. 😊

[@ymcaninch2011]

Love this idea...will definitely use this technique ❤️

[@deemoody1954]

This is an interesting way to finish a quilt edge. I already have a small wall hanging to finish in this way. I’m anxious to try it.

[@kraftygayle9718]

Thank you for a wonderful demonstration.

[@hyesookjohnson8164]

Thank you so much for your instructions! Really helpful!

[@Chatterboxquilts]

You are so welcome!

[@jennyfritz8274]

You are a wonderful teacher. Thanks so much.

[@cherylbogue4213]

This was so good thank you

[@robinchambers2136]

Thank you for this! I have seen and used other quilt-facing methods, but I really do like this one.

[@sandyklaus2093]

I was looking for something new. This is great. Thank you soooo much

[@Chatterboxquilts]

You're welcome, Sandy!

[@dawndecesare2077]

I love learning new techniques. Can't wait to try it!

[@joane8651]

Very interesting, each step gives a different perspective of finishing, even to the way you trimmed corners, thank you, worth re-watching.

[@juliekemp2318]

Thank you. Great demo.

[@leeanne567]

How cool is this, very creative and I love the corner triangle technique! Wishing there was a way to machine stitch the turning strip, but hey, can't have everything. Great idea and thank you for sharing with us!

[@mariefountain4068]

I love this idea and I would like to have some input on the idea of reversing this to put facing strips on the back side of the quilt and be folded to the right side and then stitched down just like binding. Stitch a quarter inch in several times and pivot at the corners until you get to the edge of the facing strips. If this makes any sense to anybody, please let me know what you think. I realize that this could be hung by the corners - just wondering. Thanks for any input!

[@gemmasremchevich6719]

Great idea. Back into quilting after a 15 year break. Will give this method a try on a pram quilt I've just made.

[@DragonflyDreams836]

wow! The answer to my prayers for help. I am losing my sight to glaucoma and age. I can no longer do nice handwork for finishing. This type of finish is perfect, and I am going to fuse the finishing and eliminate the hand slip-stitiching. THANK You!

[@conniearmstrong6030]

I thoroughly enjoyed your tutorial.

[@arunasharma448]

Very useful Tips Thanks

[@cherry_wayne_]

Working on mug rugs its been a few years , and I needed a refresher on binding and found this video. Brilliant and SO much easier!! Thank you

[@bev_jacka2969]

Thank you! I'll be wanting to use this quite often, it's a very neat and effective finishing technique.

[@theresalusty6993]

I have three doll quilts that are just waiting to be bound....this will be the perfect time to use your technique....I'm excited try it out! Thanks for sharing.

[@LisaEDesign]

I can see an advantage here for appearance sake. I don't see though that it saves that much time over doing a binding. It's nice to learn another technique and I've pinned the video for the next wall quilt that I do.

[@Chatterboxquilts]

I think the time saving comes in more from the fact that you don't have to make and sew on a hanging sleeve when you use this technique.

[@katietempleton5656]

Thank you for the reply.

[@ruthberanek13]

Just found your channel. I am going to try this technique. Seems easier than binding.

[@patriciahogge4944]

OUTSTANDING! I LOVE this FACING option. “Thank You” so much. :-)

[@twyla2575]

Thank you so much!!! I cannot wait to try this technique to finish my little quilts. And it looks like fun.

[@patriciamoller3060]

Wow , Thankyou, great idea , so neat , but any thing you do , is always the best

[@CC-zd6nv]

Great tutorial, as a new quilter this will come in very handy. I just got my first Janome (9450QCP) can’t wait to start quilting!

[@sewforlife5728]

I like this idea even for proper quilts that are used for bedding which is what i make. I will just hand stitch down everything including the corners. I hate binding. I usually finish my topper then sew the backing on wrong sides together and turn inside out and quilt stitch together, but this would add a bit of fancy to the back side for something difference.

[@karentm6313]

Love this idea. I think it would look beautiful on a table runner. Can’t wait to try it. Thank you

[@sefordyce2563]

Thank you for the information...well done. Just a thought...you might consider changing your background for video filming. This repeated pattern is so heavy and busy that it becomes distracting and annoying. Something more subtle would be better. At first, I didn't realize you had a plant sitting behind you until I figured out the pot. Do you have a friend who understands layout and design?

[@Chatterboxquilts]

Yes, I have done this and the next batch you see will have a different background. I love this fabric, but it doesn't look quite the same on film as it does in person. 😉

[@goodapple2011]

Thank you. A great way to also add small sleeve for hanging. Thank you so much.

[@sarahparnell133]

You're great! Thank you for sharing your expertise with us - this video is exactly what I was looking for. x

[@DaleStAmant]

New sub. Love this idea!

[@jwstanley2645]

Love this! For one, it is a great way to finish designs that work better without the visible binding. For another, I like the hang option for medium sized designs. One question. Would you use these corner triangles to hang something as large as a full-size quilt? Thank you so much.

[@Chatterboxquilts]

You could use the corner triangle method to hand a large project but I'd suggest that you use quite large triangles so they could accommodate a thicker dowel or rod.

[@jwstanley2645]

@@Chatterboxquilts OK Thanks. I have been looking around for the best way to hang a queen size quilt as a tapestry. Another KZbinr seemed to say in passing that quilt show organizers require a 'Standard' 4.5 inch sleeve edge to edge. I feel tentative about 'standard.' Another made a suggestion about 'antique' quilts needing a sleeve across each edge, so one could rotate it, stopping gravity from distorting it in any one direction. This would depend on the design, of course, as some designs would sometimes look sideways. Once upon a time, I sat in an IHOP looking at a framed image. It seemed odd. After a long time, I decided the interior decorator had failed to truly look at the image and passed it as ok, while I saw it as hung upside down. Two years after mentioning this to a person who worked there, I found the IHOP had moved it, and in moving, turned it the other way, to right edge up. Anyway, thanks for the reply. It seems to me that with a small tapestry, the triangles should cover at least two-thirds of the full width, to spread the stress. With something as large as a twin, full, or queen, the sleeve is a good way to go. Then, if the design allows, perhaps four sleeves would be good, so one could turn it periodically, to fool mother nature into stressing it more evenly over time. She is one patient and persistent buggy, No? I will also be looking into the natural bow of the rod. Every rod would have a bow effect, as mother nature's gravity tugs at all parties. Much would depend on the weight of the particular piece. Too heavy and the unsuspecting quilt just might tug/distort itself. Anyway, Thanks for the reply. I enjoy your videos and hope KZbin pays you big bucks for sharing your experience and expertise.

[@marjorieelliott731]

Have you tried grading the seams to reduce bulk? I think removing some of the batting before putting the strips and corners on might be helpful and make crisper corners. Just wanted to know if you've tried this. Thanks for the tutorial.

[@Chatterboxquilts]

Those would be good ideas, Marjorie. I haven't tried that, but will next time I'm using this technique.

[@blackshadow2582]

Perfect timing. Thank you. I inherited a pieced top table runner. Facing will be perfect.

[@cathynuytten798]

Brilliant!

[@jylromain6439]

I hate the mitered corners that a binding uses. I'm pattern dyslexic and they are so hard for me. This I can do without any stress. I'll never bind a quilt again!! THANK YOU!!

[@gracepatane9384]

Great idea!!

[@1angelofthelight2]

Oh wow, that is so innovative. Thank you for the tutorial - loved your style.

[@roxywood5278]

EXCELLENT !! Thank you SO much. You are just great!!

[@catherinelavoie2694]

Kim, I have been doing facing bindings for several years and I have watched other tutorials but honestly, yours is the best. Just a question though. At the beginning you mentioned that there is a way to stitch the facing without doing it by hand. Did I miss that part or did you leave it out?

[@Chatterboxquilts]

Thanks, Catherine. What I meant was that you don't have to stitch the facings down at all. You could just leave them "open" if you don't want to do the hand stitching.

[@shirley9240]

This is a wonderful technique! I also have made quilts in the past and the binding makes the dimensions look a little off. I want to hang some of my smaller quilts and just couldn’t find the right tab technique especially not this easy! Thank you!!