How to Iron for Quilting - A Really Good Method

The key quilting skills for a great quilt block are accurate cutting, straight sewing and a good ironing technique. In this video it's all about the ironing. I'll show you how to iron a quilt block for the best results. With better piecing, your seams will begin to nest and your points line up. If you are a beginner quilter, you might be struggling with sewing small or wonky blocks. Following these three steps and you might find that you are a beginner no more.
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[@Alafayr]

We had a family friend that sewed all the clothing for her 4 girls, even all of their underwear! When asked how she did it, she replied, " I sew with my iron." That has stuck with me for over 50 years! Thanks for the tips.

[@tammyc.8751]

I watched this a few months ago. Well, gee whiz I watched again and this time-- I PAID ATTENTION!

[@JustGetitDoneQuilts]

LOL...it makes a difference. Glad you watched twice

[@catherinenash-ib4nk]

Years later and still valuable info

[@lindapepper8511]

I agree with Previous comments - she always catches you a year too late. Well, I love ❤️ you anyway. Thank 🙇. You - Love your dog too.

[@nhg642]

Love how you tutor in a pleasant & helpful way without judging. Instead, you speak from experience and share how our quilting lives can be easier, faster, better. Also, love having Holly appear in your vids. Good stuff all around!

[@gomezpnp]

I am a novice quilter, have been binge watching so many KZbin videos. Yours are by far the most helpful and I love your Alton Brown ‘Good Eats’ approach in your content. Very entertaining also! Thank you for all you do!

[@ginnydodd9327]

Perfect instruction. Combines methods I've seen that work, NO ironing police!

[@melaniesorenson1862]

I just turned 70 and want to learn to quilt and thank you so much for your wonderful tips. I am trying the ironing as you showed and my seams look so much better.

[@PrissyTomboy]

I hate these giveaways, I’m always a year too late 😂 just getting into sewing, your videos have been a great help. Thanks for sharing 🥰

[@kkenndo]

I’m right there with you!

[@bensaysell7615]

Same 😂

[@EMCook-ld7uv]

Ha ha ha! Me too! 😄

[@terrilynch4888]

Yep, I am also

[@jeannecharlson9678]

Ditto

[@annielyst]

Your videos never get old. I refer back to them periodically just as a reminder on proper technique. Thanks!

[@JustGetitDoneQuilts]

It's good to return to the foundations as your skills grow. You can apply what your have learned and see the nuances that you miss as a beginner

[@nancyholtzen1755]

I have sewn for years. I learned a lot, maybe my blocks will be flatter now. Great information. My daughter is just starting to quilt, I will pass this information to her. Thank you very much for so much good stuff.

[@hollywaddell6727]

Congratulations on having this video chosen for a Quilting Digest featured article. Great comments by the administrators.

[@chloeforever7740]

I am also a beginner quilter and new to your channel. I have watched dozens of quilting videos and yours is the best. Thank you for taking the time to share your experience with others. You are a true joy to watch. Jean

[@theresaross4620]

I've been quilting for 40 yrs (self taught) and learned so much from your videos!! Thank you!!

[@sharonberwald8623]

Laugh as I’m learning! That helps too!!

[@melissawertz7492]

I like your presentation. You get to the instructions without wasting my time with useless info.

[@tammysusewitz3804]

I've been watching your videos since 6 a.m. today and I am so impressed. Very clear, informative and to the point without a lot of gibberish and blabble. I don't think my iron and I will ever have the same relationship--AND I'M THRILLED. THIS explains so much... I'm sitting here gobsmacked over how wrong I've been doing my ironing my entire life. The stack of linen skirts and dresses that I've been afraid to launder makes me want to cry when I look at it. This is life-changing stuff, ma'am! Thank you!

[@JustGetitDoneQuilts]

Thanks and welcome

[@namitakendall4796]

I have been wondering why my work was becoming skewed when I was so carefully cutting and sewing! Very useful. Thank you

[@ramonamcdowell6702]

Thankyou for reminding how important pressing is as we sew! How to set the seam with your piano style finger movement then set your iron straight down & lift up!! Hallelujah! You will smile 😃 When you sew your blocks together!!

[@pamelapalmer1250]

Thank you for teaching me the importance of pressing my seams. I am a New quilter and your videos have been a great help to me.

[@alicemarks9062]

My mother was great with an iron and I thought I was too until I started Quilting this was a great tutorial

[@daisybromlow425]

I had no idea you were lost , buttt I just found you and I am hooked . I'm 64 and disabled but love to stay busy , learning new things , doing things I know how to do. I've been binge watching and just love the masking tape video , the rest is like a refresher course. Love your upbeat , can do attitude. Have a Blessed weekend.

[@chrissybennett6930]

Thank you. I am just finding you. I too miss your giveaway but what matters most is after three years I can still find this. I am so thankful 🙏 💛

[@lauratibbles6598]

I have been sewing for 50 yrs my mother in law was German and Russian and I learned a lot about sewing from her and quilting and she hand pressed her seams when quilting and she also hand quilted her quilts but you have given me some really great time saving ideas while sewing thank you for sharing and I am so glad that I have found you and PS I really love the clothes line rope baskets trays and bags ....I thought of a great idea for in the trunk of cars or back of SUV’s making square rope bags for items that you would put tools in or groceries in so as they don’t roll around in back of your vehicle and could be carried in the house in theses bags and then taken back to the vehicle when groceries are put away I just love that again thank you

[@canamstitcher2625]

Your demonstration using the woven paper was very effective, thank you! I’ve tried to always set my seams and press with the iron (not always successful with the press) but hadn’t known about the finger press in-between. I’m encouraged this will help me reduce the possibility of ‘wonky’ blocks. 😊

[@jenniferintouch]

I've always pressed my seams every which way. This is a game changer! It's been 30+ years sewing on my own.. basic squares into quilts and holiday crafts. So grateful for your tutorial on ironing, as well as your other videos! I've learned a lot about fabrics over the years, but have been stuck in a rut by my limited understanding. I'm so excited to move forward thanks to all you've shared. Don't stop quilting!

[@nancynichols-acevedo756]

Loving the videography. Cutting between the frozen north dog walker, your 'car-aoke' and your sew space. Very nice indeed.

[@sharonberwald8623]

I’m just beginning doing this! I’ve sewn for years! But learning more! Thanks so much!!

[@loiswood3363]

Thank you for describing your ironing technique so clearly. Many videos assume the viewer knows, well, anything! Haha. I can’t tell you how many wonky blocks I’ve made. Not that it stops me, I plod along as fearlessly as possible. I love your videos and you are fun like a favourite aunt or sister to learn quilting from. There’s sew! much more to it than I first thought.

[@sophiafarah6387]

I am a beginner. I love watching your tricks and tips. Thank for teaching me about fabrics and how finger pressing works. Thank you so much! Your personality and knowledge is so refreshing and you are a wonderful teacher. Thank you so much for sharing.

[@granjmy]

Oh my! I see why we must not swish! When you opened that final square- the blue and red one- I instinctively felt my mind telling my hand to use the edge of the iron to push the seam open and flat! Wow. This is eye-opening for me.

[@rebeccagarmonhinders7653]

LOVE the way you explain things about quilting. I keep wondering if you were a science teacher in a previous life. I hope so, the way you explain/ teach about quilting helps me so much.

[@nancyainsliemcallister1422]

I am two days into quilting and I am in love with your videos, ironing,quilting hacks and beginner quilting video’s have already boosted my confidence of becoming a quilter! You are amazing, thank you for your expertise and willingness to share openly and honestly! I look forward to spending more time learning from you!

[@JustGetitDoneQuilts]

Exciting times ahead

[@jennifergregory4219]

Just watched this last night and applied this concept to the log cabin quilt I’m making. My second quilt ever. The final squares were getting smaller and not square. You are right, this ironing method has made a huge difference! They are supposed to be 18 inches finished and I’m not quite there but this technique has made a 1/4 to 1/2 inch difference!!! Thank you!!!!

[@lindalynch630]

Great video with super reminders that those of us whole have quilted some have forgotten. Thank you for providing these videos.

[@janpos9435]

I was taught this stuff originally, then saw people (instructing) ironing vs pressing. They said the material is better now-a-days. Well, it ruined my wall quilt that I struggled to make due to wet macular degeneration. I'm going back to this technique! I am praying I will be able to continue quilting for a very long time in spite of my vision loss.

[@christopherm6805]

"Press to the dark side" is my rule in life in general. "Look to the Force, Luke."

[@tiffanymedrano1230]

🤣🖤

[@julendia]

I am working on a baby quilt and applying all your ironing techniques. It’s really working! My block sizes are exact and my seams are nesting. THANK YOU!

[@JustGetitDoneQuilts]

I was surprised, then shocked when I first started using it. It really did work.

[@darcy2965]

You don't need VLOG!!! Everything you do is great already. Adding in photos or videos of howto's is enough. Making coffee not needed. We all appreciate you just as you are

[@kschallert3569]

You make me want to be a better quilter. Not that I'm actually a "Quilter" like you, but as I'm finally beginning to make the time and investment into my life long dream, I just want to be really good at it. I lost my house October 8, 2017 in the northern California fires and am still living in my RV. Not only do I have a "sewing area", I also teach private music lessons (guitar, ukulele, banjo, voice, and piano) in my RV :-) And yes, I have a piano in here too. My point is this: I am so serious about learning this beautiful craft that I have discarded other 'things' to make room for what's most important, quilting and music :-) I'm planning to do as you said in another video "Start small and simple", so I started with a table runner and placemats, and a quilt for my granddaughters 18th birthday. I want to be good at this so I can give other fire victims a beautiful quilt. Everything now is brand new and store bought as all the old stuff, including snuggly blankets, were destroyed. I've only made 2 quilts in my entire life, and that was almost 20 years ago, (I'm 61) but I'm getting started again, and I'm so excited, and hope to make LOTS of beautiful things :-) Thank you so much for your AWESOME videos! You inspire me!

[@JustGetitDoneQuilts]

Sorry for you troubles. Glad your making lemonade.

[@julieolsen3636]

"You're not giving a massage..." LOVE IT!!! I love your sense of humor. You explained perfectly why my squares are no longer square when I've ironed them. So glad to know!

[@joyceschroeder2769]

What great tips! This 3-step pressing technique is most often forgotten in our rush to "get it done", resulting in less than desirable results. Such good reminders, and I particularly appreciate understanding the science behind why it works. Thanks so much!

[@tamilittleton4992]

Thanks for this reminder about a very simple, but completely necessary step. It's so easy to be in a hurry to give it a quick (and wiggly) press to get back to the machine.

[@delpha2419]

I love pressing and so many of my fellow quilters hate it. Nice to see a short concise video on the importance of pressing!

[@kerrinlsmith]

Oh my gosh! I'm new. Starting my first HST quilt ever to thank my mother in law for helping me learn to quilt. I'm more nervous than I was before, but armed with more helpful knowledge!! I was pretty excited that I got through cutting blocks from fabric!! Today I'm stitching. Thank you for these very clear, easy to understand examples. I will be back at intermission to revisit them I'm sure!

[@TheWoodlandGardener]

Finally, an explanation on setting the seams. Now I know why I need to do this and I will no longer skip it. Thank you! Love your videos, you're an A+++++ teacher. Cheers! Angela

[@JustGetitDoneQuilts]

It appears just to an extra step 😎

[@djohnsen7057]

Thanks Karen, great reminder for those of us who have quilted awhile.

[@isabelwilliams3357]

Because of your videos I am going to start quilting again ,I had stopped a year ago because of people pestering me to make them a quilt.

[@suepatterson2378]

I absolutely love your videos! I love your tips! I love that you’re always so upbeat! You make learning to quilt fun for me! Thank you so much!

[@powerful7661]

I'm about to be a beginner, and I've been going through many quilting videos to understand what I am embarking on. I love these 'tips'! You're giving gold here. Thank you!

[@rhondaschellin8878]

She is absolutely a GOLD mine of tips, tricks and strategies! I discovered her (I believe) in the middle of or towards the fall of 2020 when I was just starting out quilting and immediately subscribed! I have learned a SO MUCH from Karen! She's my number one go-to on KZbin. She's helped me learn how to do everything from iron correctly to organize my life with a bullet journal. Karen Brown has definitely made an impact on my life🤗😁🤗😁🤗

[@junemills5116]

No more swishing for me! Thanks for this great video.

[@jennystrahley927]

Hi Karen, I rewatched this video this morning while drinking my coffee. It was a good reminder for me to slow down when pressing my seams and blocks. I miss your walking talks because I enjoy the scenery. I also enjoyed seeing Holly, she was patiently looking out the window while you were talking. I always enjoy your videos ❤

[@nikkiisblessed]

Thank you for all of your tips! I’ve been sewing since I was a young girl but you always manage to teach me something new!

[@debl-s5677]

Thank you, thank you, thank you. I've never, ever had anyone go over the do,'s & don'ts for me before. I've even had my husband watch this too, as he sometimes gives me a hand with the iron. Thanks again Karen. Hugs from Milford CT!!

[@karentam1620]

Thanks Karen what a wonderful quilting information session! I used to live in New Hampshire, learned French now in Texas Spanish would have been more useful Haha.

[@karentam1620]

Must be in name.....

[@user-qo3jh9mn1t]

You must be the luckiest woman on earth!

[@faithmoore8903]

Your finger pressing is now MY technique!!! Thank you so much!

[@JustGetitDoneQuilts]

It's worth the extra step

[@juliekerker4335]

Excellent. Who knew they did not know how to iron??? Thanks so much!

[@JustGetitDoneQuilts]

I know 😜

[@franciscadenotti3821]

Love the demo with the paper strips to show the distortion

[@JustGetitDoneQuilts]

😎

[@aristaniforth4267]

I did not expect this video to be as much of a game changer as it was!! I’m a complete beginner and making house blocks for a quilt with family, and they went from wonky to lovely after I started following this! Thank you for the time you took to make this video, it really helped ❤️

[@lifeofjoy9404]

GREAT tutorial! I am new to all sewing, and learned a lot. I have been an iron "swisher" my entire life; I never knew how much distortion it can cause! 😮😱 Wow! I am reformed!

[@deniseb9171]

Karen Brown, I'm enjoying rewatching all your 4 yr old videos because Wonky Blocks are NOT my favorites...😊

[@Nayomee1213]

Ughhh...I wish I had watched this video YEARS ago!!! It all makes sense now! Thank you thank you!

[@malissalagios132]

Me too! Oh my gosh!

[@viennafingers26]

Thank you so much for your thoughtful, concise, and thorough explanations. Loving your channel.

[@45dbar]

Newbie here....learning so much because your videos are clear and make sense. Thank you SO MU H!!!

[@poohbear101]

I agree. Ironing is key to a perfect block or key to a distorted block.

[@kimvernon5236]

Thank you so much for your videos!! I'm a new quilter, these have really helped!!!

[@pamwarwick4577]

I absolutely love your videos. I have learned so much in such a short time. The simple advice like the ironing thing; I was doing EVERYTHING wrong. Thank you!

[@amyferris8450]

Oh my goodness this was so helpful. No wonder my blocks were wanky. I was swishing!

[@JustGetitDoneQuilts]

Amazing the difference eh

[@dianamay6017]

I definitely swished and my block came out wobbly . Thank you 😊

[@redgingerbreadpam]

I'm new to your channel(a few days) & I'm really enjoying your videos. Thanks & I look forward to catching up on previous videos. Take care~Pam

[@kirstinbonney5310]

I am so glad I found you!!! I’m going to work on unlearning a lot of bad habits and relearning. I’m hoping to fall in love with quilting again. Thank you!!!!

[@mojosbigsticks]

There can't be many videos that have 16k likes, and only 103 dislikes. Excellent work!

[@Pineconepro]

Rank Beginner here; thank you soo much!!!!

[@elainehofer3155]

Hi there - clearly I'm late to the game, but I found you this morning through your "Ugly Fabrics" video, and now I'm here, and next I'll be popping over to the diy ironing board... and productivity just came to a screeching halt!! I really enjoyed this video - so clever, the way you change locations and keep it interesting. It's during COVID-19, and I'm trying to figure out how to keep my Grade 1/2 students engaged in this remote learning thing. Not only have you inspired me to try that "ugly fabric" quilt, but I'm also going to try some of your setting change techniques with my lessons! Not that you needed to know all that, but - now you do! Thanks again - I'm so pleased I've discovered your channel!

[@bsk8635]

I am in the same boat! :D

[@kkenndo]

Ditto!!!!

[@trishcleary6577]

me too....just found

[@TahtahmesDiary]

I literally have the dollar tree video ready to watch next after watching the ugly quilt video. Great content!

[@karenphillips7290]

I just stumbled onto your channel and I really liked the tips on ironing fused with the great outdoors and a furbaby, too! I've been a beginner for more than a few years, but hoping to get more time and experience quilting. I've subscribed to your channel and look forward to learning gaining more skills. Thank you for sharing!

[@barbsorrell1492]

Grandma who needs lots of tips and encouragement ..I've never learned proper quilting techniques.

[@catch33223322]

I have just discovered you and I think you are just great! You are so real and funny and smart! I am glad I found you. I just started quilting a few years ago myself and have much to learn. I love your short and sweet videos because I have a full-time job so there is this time constraint that I have to deal with. And I also have dogs that I have to pet and food to cook and floors to clean. So thank you so much for your very informative videos. I hope you do well in the land of KZbin! Also, stay warm!

[@margie6534]

First time viewer! Thank you so much for explaining proper ironing technique. I have never had any formal quilting training--mostly from family, so this was very helpful!

[@growingfromhome.]

Loved the video. I’m a new quilter and I love a good “tips” video. Pressing correctly and getting minimal distortion and excellent points is a great feeling!!!

[@JustGetitDoneQuilts]

😎

[@ellenlanda1818]

And it is a dog! Super tutorial!!!

[@kaystinebrink1220]

Your techniques saved me. I haven't pieced in 20 years. Last year I sewed a quilt for my 3 year old grandson. Not one point matched and the blocks were not square. After watching your video lesson, my current baby quilt (grand daughter coming in July) has all matching points and blocks are square!!!!!!! Thanks you so much for sharing your knowledge.

[@lesjohns4359]

Man I wish I would have seen this before! I’ve been teaching myself to quilt this winter and have had all these problems. Thanks so much for your approach and information. You are easy to understand and very relatable.😀

[@mariaaldrete1347]

I love your videos so much!!! I've only watched three so far!!!! I'm gonna be busy watching your smiley sweet face!!!!!! I've never heard of wonky!?! before LOL...Great Videos!!!!!

[@marye.williams6692]

Is steam really necessary? Can I substitute spritzing with distilled water? Love your videos - can’t imagine discussing seams outside in freezing cold, but whatever floats your boat.

[@marydenny7996]

Thank you for exposing the secrets and tips to good quilting.

[@ejstokes5103]

This is a fix to my 'out of square' and slightly warped pieces

[@janetgerber3199]

Thank you so much for these pressing tips! I have been sewing for over 50 years and you are the first person to tell me not to swish!!! No more swishing for me!,

[@vickidatri7734]

I just discovered your channel this morning. What fun to see you in the snow. I live in AZ so while you're in the snow I'm in a heated pool outside!😂 Thx for the great tip on ironing & that I don't have to buy a $300 iron!!!

[@JustGetitDoneQuilts]

Thanks for watching

[@kaif1360]

I have to leave another comment, this video has changed my world. I have completed two quilts using these instructions and I have No stretching of fabric, perfect nesting of seams, no hidden pleats! My quilt are not far off square at the end of the process. Thank you so much! Knowledge is a powerful thing. 💖💖💖

[@franlawler7856]

I love watching these videos that show the step-by-step techniques for those who are beginning quiilters. I just happened unto your site quite by accident. It looks to be a great boone to my sewing.

[@chevydude658]

Finally! Something on pressing that makes sense. I have wracked my brains trying to figure out why my blocks were so off. I have obsessed over the measuring and cutting. Then I've sewn, picked, and re-sewn my blocks only to have them distorted and out of whack. I think I this is the answer to my problem. I iron like a man! A real man! That means 500° and smoking and scorching fabric. LOL! I'm excited to try this because I was getting discouraged.

[@JustGetitDoneQuilts]

So glad to have helped.

[@rebeccaadame2799]

ChevyDude65 that would be me! Doing it the wrong way!

[@chevydude658]

@@rebeccaadame2799 I'm back watching this again a year later. This video is the one video that was a huge turning point for me. I was ready to chip the whole enchilada. JGIDQ has the best videos I've seen for genuine education.

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I just came across your instructional video & I knew INSTANTLY that I had to subscribe to your channel❣ You have a gift of teaching your techniques so that I can understand them! I tend to try to be a perfectionist when putting blocks together & this video will save me from a "do over"! I also love your bubbly personality & being a huge animal lover, I admire your dedication to endure the COLD WEATHER so that your beautiful dog can enjoy the great outdoors🤗 To say that I'm looking forward to your videos is an understatement! Have a very blessed day today❣

[@JustGetitDoneQuilts]

Thanks for watching

[@luckylinda7777]

Thanks. I’ve been quilting for years and no one ever gave me ironing instructions with visual examples. Can’t wait to try this on my next quilt.

[@susanwilkins4185]

I love her videos. She gets right to the point and doesn’t babble on about. Where I could lose my interest in the topic. This is important to me.

[@meredithmiller4848]

Thank you! I've heard the do's & don'ts before, but now that I understand the why's, I'm more likely to remember & actually do it well every time!

[@JustGetitDoneQuilts]

😎

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Hi, i recently discovered your channel, i love how you combine nature with quilting instructions, you keep my attention through the whole video. Keep up the good work!👍

[@JustGetitDoneQuilts]

Thank you

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Just found you and subscribed.

[@mommalove5769]

I’m not sure but my feeling is that you must be a teacher. Your videos are both interesting and informative AND you really pulled me in. I got so much from your video, I think you are my very favourite youtuber. Thanks!

[@carmenbailey1560]

Thanks Karen, I have learnt not to move my iron all around on my fabric. Thanks for sharing 👍❤️😊

[@wkingsley7522]

great tips, thanks, i am guilty of sometimes setting seams and swishing. You didn’t mention about to steam or not to steam when ironing.

[@faeryfox6253]

Oh my word "Lightbulb moment"! That is now taken in. Yaay! If you can, will you please address the use of stiffeners on the fabric and ironing. I generally like to starch but good especially if I am going to embroider. I want crisp edges and keeping the fabric's fibers motionless and in place. Oh, I hope you can speak to that for us. Thanks for enhancing my sewing life!

[@HeartWorX.Creations]

Faery Fox:: I just was reading your comment & wanted to share that I usually starch my fabrics after washing them, before rotary cutting. But if U do starch, do NOT use steam, steam stretches the fabric fibers, which defeats the purpose of starching, if U follow...I’m with U, love the crispness of the starched fabric & it’s much easier to cut & sew if it’s been starched & ironed properly! Also, when I iron the starched fabric before cutting, I don’t iron the fabric like it is clothing, I iron in one direction (usually from the top of the board towards me) & no ‘swishing’ the iron, keep it straight & smooth in nice long sweeps... Lastly, if U do use starch, spray on fabric & let it “settle” into the fabric a few seconds, otherwise it will get all over your iron plate & make a mess, it needs to ‘soak’ into the fabric, U will see what I mean-if U haven’t noticed previously! HTH’s 😊👍❗️❗️

[@margmatthews2276]

About to start my first quilt I am 80 so time to try I have not sewed for 25 years...even bought a new sewing machine. I will send a picture of the result not fast just had a stroke...here I go LOVE you show been watching for last 3 months....

[@elldrea]

I've been meaning to watch this for a while but kept putting it off as there were more 'exciting things to watch. Now I just wish I had watched it when I first saw it. Simple tips but they've made such a difference to my ironing of my quilts. Thank you so much.

[@JustGetitDoneQuilts]

I mean...who would have thought. 😎