How to Use the 60º Diamond Ruler to Make a Table Topper | Shabby Fabrics Tutorials

Learn how to use the Creative Grids 60 Degree Ruler to create this look, and get extra tips for Y Seams and Setting Triangles from Jen.
We used the Roly Poly Snowmen Collection by Robin Kingsley for Maywood Studio Fabrics in this adorable winter-themed table topper tutorial.
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WHAT YOU NEED FOR THIS PROJECT
- The project we demonstrated in the video was the Roly Poly Snowmen Table Topper Kit. Those are SOLD OUT but we have a wonderful array of other 60 Degree Table Topper Kits available here:
www.shabbyfabrics.com/search?...
- Creative Grids 60 Degree Ruler: www.shabbyfabrics.com/creativ...
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NOTIONS USED IN THIS VIDEO
- Konfetti Cotton Neutral Thread Set: www.shabbyfabrics.com/p66906/...
- Sewing Machine Needles: www.shabbyfabrics.com/search?...
- Clover Pins: www.shabbyfabrics.com/search?...
- Clover Magnetic Pin Caddy: www.shabbyfabrics.com/p51323/...
- Olfa Rotary Cutters & Blades: www.shabbyfabrics.com/search?...
- Wonder Clips: www.shabbyfabrics.com/search?...
- Creative Grids 2.5" x 6.5" Ruler: www.shabbyfabrics.com/p51155/...
- Frixion Pens: www.shabbyfabrics.com/search?...
- The Purple Thang: www.shabbyfabrics.com/p51640/...
- Kai Embroidery Scissors: www.shabbyfabrics.com/p51870/...
- Olfa Spinning Rotary Mat 17" x 17": www.shabbyfabrics.com/p57060/...
- Panasonic 360º Freestyle Irons: www.shabbyfabrics.com/search?...
- Wool Pressing Mat: www.shabbyfabrics.com/p67892/...
- Learn to bind your project: • How to Make Magic Bind...
- We're sewing on a BERNINA 770 QE and we love it!
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[@lesliepetersen7493]

Thank you four this great tutorial ! Now this project seams to be reachable, following your detailed step by step instructions ! Fantastic ! It is always a pleasure to discover your videos, so full of advice, thanks again !

[@ShabbyFabrics]

We’re so glad you enjoyed it, Leslie! Thanks for watching! 😍 -Michelle

[@Tillys_Travels]

It feels you are back to the classic Shabby Fabrics tutorials you started with. Personally. I prefer them, but enjoy every video you upload.

[@ShabbyFabrics]

Thanks for that, Claire! We're glad you like this and hope you enjoy the other things coming your way this year. :)

[@lindamercer1736]

here here I much prefer these type of video tutorials, actually demonstrating how to complete a project rather than demonstrating kits with laser cut shapes. x

[@Tillys_Travels]

Absolutely Linda Mercer! You've hit the nail on the head! X

[@verafernandes4913]

This is one of the challenges for 2019, go outside of my comfort zone, this is the perfect project; great instructions, thank you!

[@ShabbyFabrics]

That's a great goal for 2019, and this will be such a fun project for you! Let us know how it goes! - Morgan

[@janetehoffman]

Glad this is just a table topper! Maybe I should just try to learn these new techniques on a mug rug! Haha! Gorgeous project, Jennifer ✂️✂️✂️😘

[@ShabbyFabrics]

Thank you so much, Janet! Starting on a smaller project is a great idea! But this is definitely achievable for you! - Morgan

[@angelar1500]

This is a simple but striking pattern, so versatile as to where one can go with this! A tree skirt, quilt center, baby blanket, wall hanging. Love it!

[@ShabbyFabrics]

So many great ideas! I like it! Thank you for watching! - Yajaira

[@trishaturner2078]

This is so lovely and makes a great table centre piece.

[@ShabbyFabrics]

Thank you! We're glad you love it as much as we do.

[@ephemerabluetit335]

Good woman! Thx! Checking it right now!!!

[@marietteforget7804]

Hi and thanks a lot for another great tutorial! It’s challenging but with your help, we can make it! 🌸🌸

[@ShabbyFabrics]

You sure can!! We're happy you enjoy this fun project. 🎄🎄 -Michelle

[@kathleenaglaganian9283]

I have to say that with the other stores and tutorials Shabby Fabrics is the best with customer service and home sun feeling. Thank you, dont't change. You ALL are wonderful.

[@ShabbyFabrics]

Well we sure do appreciate those kind words, Kathleen. We really do aim to provide the best customer service. Thank you SO much for watching and being our customer! We're so thankful for you!

[@edithstanish6176]

Shabby Fabrics ?

[@annaplacenti161]

Your tutorial is excellent, love how you are precise and pressing is important. That is how I am and I can't wait to make mine. Beautiful!!!

[@ShabbyFabrics]

We are happy you enjoy this project. Thank you for watching! 💙 -Michelle

[@annaplacenti161]

Thank you for sharing. I love to quilt but also embroider. Been sewing for 60 years. I am a perfectionist and press everything. My mom was was a taylor and tought me a lot of things and also took sewing in school and entered a Nationwide Singer Sewing Contest at 16. Started quilting in 2004 first quilt was a Harley Davidson T-shirt quilt made with several other woman but I did all the sewing and quilted it myself. I love challenges.

[@AS-lm9xm]

I love that pattern. I want to try to make it. Thank you for sharing.

[@ShabbyFabrics]

You're so welcome! We're so glad that you like it! - Morgan

[@LilSugarDumplin]

Thank you for this well thought out tutorial! Best explanation and instruction for Y-seams that I've ever seen!

[@ShabbyFabrics]

We're so glad you like it!! Thank you so much for such a lovely comment!

[@darlenepalmer9837]

That is so pretty. Thank you for another great tutorial.

[@ShabbyFabrics]

So glad you like it Darlene! Thank you for watching! - Morgan

[@kathynewhart1025]

Love this table topper...and the fabric is so pretty...also your tutorial was extremely helpful!! :-))) Kathy

[@ShabbyFabrics]

Thank you Kathy! So so glad you like it. Let us know if you make one of these! - Morgan

[@martafeliciano1753]

The “Y” seam? Heard about it but never truly knew what it was. I learned something new today. Thanks Jen for such instructional and wonderful project.

[@ShabbyFabrics]

We're so glad it was helpful! Thank you for watching! - Morgan

[@barefootknitty]

Beautiful table topper .. love the fabric.. you make it look so easy. Thank you.

[@ShabbyFabrics]

Thank you Verna! The fabric is gorgeous, and it's such a fun project! Do you think you'll make this? - Morgan

[@barefootknitty]

I am a newbee quilter. I have three friends that quilt and they have been trying to get me into quilting for about three years now. I recently updated my 35 year old sewing machine to a Singer Quantum 9960 with a lot of bells and whistles. I am from Canada but I am in Florida until the end of March and have already gone to two quilts shows and another on schedule for next week. I have seen so many beautiful quilts and smaller projects. I am amazed. Once I get some experience I would consider this table topper. Thanks.

[@charlareign8114]

Great tutorial. Love the table topper. Wish there were more close ups.🥰

[@ShabbyFabrics]

Thank you so much for that feedback! I pass along all of your comments to our video team so they can make our tutorials even better in the future! :) - Morgan

[@fatimafifi9770]

Hey shabby the work is very good and the TUTORIAL is very wonderful YOUR organization in the work is very amazing and the explaining how used the TUTORIAL is very good THANK YOU shabby👍👍👍👍👍👍👍👍😊😊😊😊💕💕💕💕💕💕💕💕

[@ShabbyFabrics]

Thank you so much Fatima! We sure do appreciate your feedback and are so glad you like it!!

[@diansmith7817]

What a super instructor you are!

[@ShabbyFabrics]

Thank you for watching, Dian! - Sophie

[@martincampion7126]

Thank you I really enjoy your tutorials you are so thorough Shirley Campion

[@ShabbyFabrics]

Thank you for watching! Happy sewing and stay safe! ~Leah

[@irenamangone]

Thank you. Beautiful

[@ShabbyFabrics]

Thank you so much for watching! So glad you like it! - Morgan

[@rohinisingh4438]

Thank you so creative looks great thanks for sharing

[@ShabbyFabrics]

You're so welcome! Thank you so much for watching! - Morgan

[@judithkennedy5105]

Rohini S

[@nkha23]

Can't wait to use mine!

[@ShabbyFabrics]

We hope you find this fun ruler as helpful as we do!! Thank you for watching :) -Michelle

[@bridgetdevereauxwhite5646]

Beautiful job.

[@ShabbyFabrics]

Thank you so much Bridget! We appreciate you watching and taking the time to comment.

[@normazaharioudakis1090]

Beautiful work as usual thanks

[@ShabbyFabrics]

Thanks Norma! So glad you like it! - Morgan

[@michaelbergstrom2721]

Luv this project

[@ShabbyFabrics]

Sew do we!!! Thanks for watching!! -Michelle

[@IngridMijares]

Gracias por ese tutorial tan bien explicado. Muy útil la regla y las telas son hermosas ❤

[@ShabbyFabrics]

Muchas gracias por mirar. Me alegra que te guste el tutorial. ¿No es grande el gobernante? - Morgan

[@IngridMijares]

@@ShabbyFabrics Sorry I didn't understand the question. It may be because of the translator

[@ShabbyFabrics]

That's okay. :) We use Google Translate so it might not always work properly. I said "isn't that ruler great?" We're glad you like the tool and the video. - Morgan

[@martibrown2993]

Love love love this!

[@ShabbyFabrics]

So glad you enjoy this cute table topper! -Michelle

[@mumspatchwork2245]

Very nice ,thanks Jennifer.

[@ShabbyFabrics]

Thank you for watching! - Sophie

[@chilkakanika1456]

Thank you for this

[@ShabbyFabrics]

Thank you for watching! - Morgan

[@bettydanico2959]

Nice work…very precise😍

[@ShabbyFabrics]

So glad you enjoyed this project! Thanks so much for watching! -Michelle

[@mamoonamir4016]

Love it.i like your iron

[@ShabbyFabrics]

Thank you! So glad you like it. That's the Panaosnic 360º Freestyle Cordless Iron and we love it!! You can learn more about it here: www.shabbyfabrics.com/panasonic-360-freestyle-cordless-iron-P67696.aspx

[@marisolmedinaderondon2677]

Adoro su pagina muchas gracias por compartir

[@ShabbyFabrics]

¡Gracias por ver! ~ Leah

[@mcrjoby5773]

Très joli merci

[@ShabbyFabrics]

Thank you for watching! Merry Christmas! 🎄~Leah

[@kaylucas5260]

Loved this, great and very precise tutorial! I think I may have to try this!

[@ShabbyFabrics]

Thank you so much! You'll have so much fun if you do decide to make this! Let us know! - Morgan

[@darvanaleedesignsstudio]

Oh Wow, I love this Project...I can't wait to get the ruler, thank you very much for sharing...this is going to be a perfect project for my students ...thank you for the inspiration ...

[@ShabbyFabrics]

So happy to help inspire you and show you how to use the ruler! Let us know how your projects go. - Morgan

[@darvanaleedesignsstudio]

@@ShabbyFabrics :) :) definitely will :) :)

[@ladyd54]

Beautiful job Kimberly! Since you are working with angle points in the binding, that would be great if you showed that as well.

[@ShabbyFabrics]

Thank you Linda! I'll pass that on to our video team so we can make sure to include that kind of thing in future videos. :) - Morgan

[@kthychrls]

You give very good instructions

[@ShabbyFabrics]

Thank you, Kathy. We're very glad you enjoy this fun project! 💖 -Michelle

[@elaineadair]

This tutorial, and use of the ruler, is EXACTLY what I was looking for. Thank you for the pleasure and expertise.

[@ShabbyFabrics]

We are happy this project inspired you. Thank you for watching!! -Michelle

[@maryj7397]

I am SOOOOO SORRY it took me SOOOO long to find this !!!!!!!!!!!!!!

[@ShabbyFabrics]

Glad you were able to find it! - Yajaira

[@reneerivard9205]

Fantastic Designer an Works How Too's Thanx

[@ShabbyFabrics]

Thank you for watching! So glad you found it helpful! - Morgan

[@sharonfrankenberger4683]

Thanks you for showing me how to make the y seams

[@ShabbyFabrics]

You're welcome! We're glad you enjoyed this tutorial. Thank you for watching!! 💖 -Michelle

[@user-td8ol5qd5j]

👍👏👏👏👏👏super. . beautiful 👉😘

[@ShabbyFabrics]

Thank you so much for watching! - Morgan

[@pilartorresmerino6220]

Lindo trabajo, hermosa máquina también se puede acolchar y bordar en ella? Sería interesante ver cómo lo terminas y ver cómo queda por detrás. Saludos desde Perú.

[@ShabbyFabrics]

¡Hola! ¡Gracias por ver! Sí, esta máquina también puede hacer bordados. Gracias por informarnos que le gustaría ver la parte posterior del proyecto. ¡Informaré a nuestro equipo para futuros videos! - Morgan

[@dianehuntley2493]

Great video😊

[@ShabbyFabrics]

So glad you enjoyed h the is project! Thank you for watching. -Michelle

[@Qui7422]

This would make a really pretty baby blanket..

[@ShabbyFabrics]

Yes it would, that's a great idea! - Morgan

[@ghostfire2542]

Gonna have to watch this a few times. Maybe am too old. Lol

[@ShabbyFabrics]

No, you're not to old! :) We hope you rewatch them as many times as you need to to be successful making the project. That's why we leave them up here on KZbin! Let us know how your project goes. - Morgan

[@dianaszymaszek131]

Jen thank you so much for your incredible instructions. I was ready to throw away the Diamond Ruler. Are you going to have any other demos? I would like some help on other projects with the 60' Diamond Ruler. Thank You!

[@ShabbyFabrics]

Hi Diana, I've included links to other patterns that use the 60Degree Diamon Ruler, and another video where its featured. Happy Sewing! -Bethany kzbin.info/www/bejne/nHnckoKleNhnpKM www.shabbyfabrics.com/p127321/dancing-diamonds-gem-bag-kit-bermuda-batiks?searchQuery=diamond www.shabbyfabrics.com/p113462/bespoke-stars-pattern?searchQuery=bespoke www.shabbyfabrics.com/p116597/hollow-star-table-runner-pattern?ref=SearchAutocomplete www.shabbyfabrics.com/p66267/ombre-blossoms-pattern?searchQuery=krista+moser

[@kathleenpowers3371]

LOve it

[@ShabbyFabrics]

We're happy you like this project! Thank you for commenting!! -Michelle

[@argheimrobb]

Fantastic video for a fantastic project! I just would have love to see how you sew the borders. Is it not a bit tricky with these 6 points ? Thank you so much...I want to make it! 😍 Salutations from France! 🙏🏻🇫🇷

[@ShabbyFabrics]

Hello! It's not too tricky with those points! We mitered the corners exactly like we would miter corners on a quilt, making sure we stopped 1/4" before we got to the edge of the topper. We folded the binding up and back down then started sewing 1/4" in from the edge. The angle is 120 degrees, the same as the setting triangles. Hope that helps!!

[@argheimrobb]

@@ShabbyFabrics It helps a lot!! 🤩 Thank you sooooo much, it's so sweet! Long live Shabby Fabrics! 💗💗

[@littleluluscraps]

I am confused about the size of the strip set versus using the different lines on the ruler. So, the very first cut doesn't matter, but every one after that has to be the size of the width of the strip set (6-1/2"?).

[@ShabbyFabrics]

Hi littleluluscraps - Our sewing team answers this with, "Ruler instructions are: Wew six 1 1/2" fabric strips together to create a strip set that equals 6 1/2". The 1 1/2" will match the lines on the ruler. So, ALL cuts will be 1 1/2" " Hope this helps! -Michelle

[@mariafleming8741]

beautiful job,I will like to make it for Christmas. Por favor me puedes decir las medidas de las tiras azules , anchura de cada tira y largura ? . Thank you! and God Bless you

[@ShabbyFabrics]

Hi Maria! Here is the link to the pattern that has all those measurements for you! Stay safe and happy sewing! ~Leah www.shabbyfabrics.com/Assets/Downloads/RolyPolySnowmenTableTopper_forDownload.pdf

[@joannesminis]

I do love your tutorials and projects, always nice to see how someone else does things. I do have a question though. You spend so much time making it perfect and yet you are using the Frixion pens for marking. Are you not worried about the long term effects of the ink. I know you state that it is "removed" by the heat of the iron but it is not really removed. The ink is formulated with a thermal property that allows it to disappear with heat but come back with cold. If you want to test it just throw a quilt in the freezer for a while. Since it was not formulated/designed for use with fabric we don't know how it will behave in the long term. I know some people have had quilts ruined by the ink reappearing over time in normal room temperatures/conditions.

[@ShabbyFabrics]

Hello! Thank you for watching! We do appreciate feedback like this. We usually only use the Frixion pen to mark in locations on the fabric that won't be seen when the project is finished. Most of our marks are in seam allowances or on the back sides of our projects (like in this project). We certainly want to preserve our hard work, so we're careful with what we use. - Morgan

[@lindamercer1736]

I don't think your work would actually get that cold though for the pen marks to reappear. I have never had a problem.

[@marykelly5457]

Why would you put your quilt in the freezer???

[@mlromelfanger]

@@marykelly5457 I have heard stories of people moving in the winter and while out in the moving truck it was cold enough to make the lines reappear. (I think I also read a story along those lines of someone shipping a quilt for a show and again the lines appeared because of the temperature in the trucks.

[@colleenisaac6647]

Nice project. Do you put fabric on the back and then bind it!?

[@ShabbyFabrics]

Thank you Colleen! Yes, you do! You'll add backing and bind like you do a regular project. - Morgan

[@cduty1967]

Beautiful quilt and so easy to follow your instructions! How did you hang it on the wall?

[@Christine-777]

Hi Peacebunny, I believe this darling piece is actually a Table Topper and is meant for to be placed on a table. It would display beautifully with a centerpiece placed directly on top. Hope this helps! ♡♡♡

[@ShabbyFabrics]

Thank you! :) This project is a table topper, but you certainly could display it however you'd like. We used very strong tape in this instance for the photo, but we would typically display this project on our table with a pretty centerpiece as M'Lady's Simple Elegance suggested. :) - Morgan

[@PissedoffAmerican1159]

I ALWAYS use straight pins...the kind with the flat head - like men’s (new) shirt pins - I use them even to hang quilts on the wall - it’ll even work for KING-SIZE QUILTS! Very small holes left on the wall!

[@randymayer8369]

like to see pattern in larger size for a quilt maybe 103 by 96'' would be great.

[@ShabbyFabrics]

Hi Randy. I'll let our team know! :) - Morgan

[@dldeantx]

Do you starch yur fabric? It looks so nice and stiff especially with the open seams. Thanks for the video.

[@ShabbyFabrics]

We always starch and steam prior to cutting and piecing!! -Michelle

[@sandrathompson2219]

Just came across this tutorial, I would like to make a larger one for under my 🌲 tree, for Christmas. Can the rule make a larger block?

[@ShabbyFabrics]

That's a great question, Sandra! We're going to test it out here to see if the ruler will make a larger block and let yo uknow! - Morgan

[@sandrathompson2219]

@@ShabbyFabrics Thank You. Yes Please Keep me informed.

[@lizzperez7978]

Do you guys have a video for how to do the batting and the backing?? I found the video for the binding, but I'm not sure how to do the batting and the backing.

[@ShabbyFabrics]

Hi Lizz- We don't have a tutorial for adding the backing/batting to this project, but it would be just like any other quilt project you complete. -Michelle

[@sallyhepworth1466]

Great tutorial! How did you bind the project? I have mine completed, ready for binding and not sure how to proceed. Thank you in advance.

[@ShabbyFabrics]

Hi Sally- We do not have a tutorial for binding the 60 degree corners, but you may find this blog post helpful in the meantime: www.getasquiltingstudio.com/2017/06/binding-quilts-with-odd-angles-a-tutorial.html Hope this helps!! 💖 -Michelle

[@sallyhepworth1466]

@@ShabbyFabrics thanks so much, worked great!

[@ShabbyFabrics]

@@sallyhepworth1466 That's excellent to hear! We're glad you were successful with this fun project! 💖 -Michelle

[@lindadurst700]

Love your video, how wide do we cut the strips? Where do we get ruler and pattern? Thank you

[@ShabbyFabrics]

We're happy to hear you enjoyed it!! Grab the free pattern download here: www.shabbyfabrics.com/free-downloads-and-video/78/how-to-use-the-60o-diamond-ruler-to-make-a-table-topper and you can find the 60 degree diamond ruler here: www.shabbyfabrics.com/p64687/creative-grids-non-slip-60-diamond-ruler-cgr60dia?searchQuery=diamond+ruler+60 -Michelle

[@jameelaalfares6005]

❤️💕🌸😍

[@ShabbyFabrics]

Thank you - Yajaira

[@marylynch282]

Not getting the pattern yet. It is really neat, love table toppers. I am curious about one thing. With the binding, is it metered corners? If so, what's the angle?

[@john941996]

Theyre 120° angles

[@ShabbyFabrics]

Hi Mary! The angle is 120 degrees, the same as the setting triangles. I mitered the corners exactly like I would miter corners on a quilt, making sure I stopped 1/4" before I got to the edge of the topper. I folded my binding up and back down then started sewing 1/4" in from the edge. Thank you for watching! ~ Tammy

[@marylynch282]

Thank you all.

[@ShabbyFabrics]

You're so welcome! - Morgan

[@DonnaJohnson-qm1kq]

I love this pattern - where is the download?

[@ShabbyFabrics]

We have a link to our website for the free download for you here: www.shabbyfabrics.com/free-downloads-and-video/78/how-to-use-the-60o-diamond-ruler-to-make-a-table-topper This is a great pattern! Thanks for your comment! - Abby

[@charlidarector6350]

I'm working on this right now, I cut the strips like it says to and sew them at a quarter inch and it didn't messure up to six ana half...it measure six and quarter. What do I need to do? Need help please.

[@ShabbyFabrics]

Hi Charlida! It's important to sew with a scant quarter inch or press a little more carefully. Now that your strip set is together, you can starch and very gently coax or stretch your seams while ironing to get back the missing quarter inch. Please let us know if you have any other questions! Thank you for watching! - Sophie

[@meganiranpour3637]

I just bought this kit and I’ve cut my first three diamonds. All my diamonds are equal shape, but each one is a half inch total too wide (a quarter inch where the top isn’t sewn to anything and a quarter inch where the bottom isn’t sewn to anything). This means if I try to make the first hemisphere, my points line up in the center but then they don’t match up as the diamond continues.... help!

[@ShabbyFabrics]

Hi Megan! The 60° Diamond ruler includes the ¼" seam allowance so that extra ¼" on each side is for the seam allowance. Once the diamond is sewn on each side it will all line up. Let us know if you have any other questions! Stay safe! ~Leah

[@veraroyce6678]

can this pattern be made with 2 1/2" strips

[@ShabbyFabrics]

Hello Vera! We have not made this with the 2 1/2" strips as the ruler we used would be too small to cut the diamond shape. If you do use a larger ruler and make it with the 2 1/2" strips please send us pictures as we would love to see it! Happy New Year! ~Leah

[@reneerivard9205]

HI GLAD ya liked i like ya instructions etc saw comment on Google

[@ShabbyFabrics]

Thank you for watching Renee! Happy New Year! ~Leah

[@sarahshaw9428]

How do you do the binding on the points?

[@ShabbyFabrics]

That's a great question! We are working on a tutorial for this answer, but the short answer is: since the angle for binding is 120 degrees, the same as the setting triangles, we mitered the corners exactly like we would miter corners on a quilt, making sure we stopped 1/4" before I got to the edge of the topper. We folded the binding up and back down then started sewing 1/4" in from the edge. Thanks for watching 💖 -Michelle

[@carmenlagaditana1779]

Se puede traducir en español gracias

[@ShabbyFabrics]

Estamos trabajando diligentemente en eso. Gracias por tus comentarios. ✨ -Michelle

[@cynthiamcgear752]

What is the finished width of this project?

[@ShabbyFabrics]

This table topper measures approximately 23½" x 23½"! - Morgan

[@louwe6306]

What is a friction pen

[@ShabbyFabrics]

Frixion is the brand of marking pen we use with projects- the ink disappears when it comes in contact with heat, so ironing over it makes the ink “disappear” :) You can view the 2-pack here: www.shabbyfabrics.com/p29462 -Michelle

[@juliepayne5485]

How big is this table topper?

[@ShabbyFabrics]

Great question, Julie! These finish to approximately 23½" x 23½". Thanks for watching!! 💖 -Michelle

[@judithfalconer1911]

What are the dimensions of the table topper?

[@ShabbyFabrics]

Hi Judith! This table topper finishes to approximately 23 ½" × 23 ½". Happy sewing and stay safe! ~Leah

[@judithfalconer1911]

@@ShabbyFabrics Thank you for responding. I've made the top, but have ordered the backing material, so it won't be finished for a couple of weeks.

[@ShabbyFabrics]

We would love to see it when you get it finished, if you feel like sharing! Have fun! ~Leah

[@donnalawrence5755]

can you use a jelly roll to make this

[@ShabbyFabrics]

You can definitely use a jelly roll for the majority of this project. Thank you for watching! 💖 -Michelle

[@ephemerabluetit335]

Not gonna show us that120 degree binding method, eh?

[@ShabbyFabrics]

We did create a tutorial for the 120 Degree Binding here: kzbin.info/www/bejne/mGTMn4yIaNJorpo Hope it helps! -Michelle

[@rebeccamesser2850]

Could you not show a version where each section of white is 2 pieces and would then make each section a square sewn together?

[@ShabbyFabrics]

That is a great question- You can create this project with that method, but please keep in mid that you would require a bit more fabric, and be sure to include a seam allowance when you cut the fabric down the middle. -Michelle

[@christypoos9728]

If you start sewing with your needle in upmost position and thread tails to the back of your machine, you will never need a starter piece of fabric with a Bernina. Any Bernina Educator will confirm this. Give it a try.

[@ShabbyFabrics]

Thanks for sharing that tip! We like using the starter strip, but you can certainly do it without with your Bernina!

[@kennethstensrud669]

Why don't you just sew a 60 degrees triangle to the end of the strip set and eliminate those inset seams? Much easier and give a neater finish.. I made a table cloth with these diamonds years ago, and the inset seams are so horrible that it still Lies in the bottom of my cabinet. ..... I guess I have to rip it apart and do it all over again.

[@ShabbyFabrics]

The pattern that comes with the ruler uses inset seams, so we figured we'd show everyone how to do it exactly like the pattern requires so they could be successful! :) Thanks so much for watching. Let us know if you do pull that project out and do it over. We'd love to hear how it goes for you. - Morgan

[@keressabeverage2622]

So I just purchased a 60 degree diamond ruler and it’s apparently this rulers ‘baby’. Lol

[@ShabbyFabrics]

How fun!! What projects are you planning to make with it?? 💖 -Michelle

[@keressabeverage2622]

@@ShabbyFabrics I wanted to make THIS one, but bought the smaller ruler. I didn’t realize I was buying such a small ruler. What is the size of this ruler? The one I got is a 4 1/2” finished! Lol 😳 😂 Thx for your reply, always love your tutorials!

[@ShabbyFabrics]

Oh, dear!! The ruler we use for this pattern is approximately 9-3/4in x 16-1/2in. Here's a link to it: www.shabbyfabrics.com/p64687/creative-grids-non-slip-60-diamond-ruler-cgr60dia We look forward to your finished project photos!! 💖 -Michelle

[@eileenbrennen9975]

May be silly but in dilemma, my strip sets only measure 6.25 inches. Cant cut diamond with this width. Are you using 1/4” seam allowances to sew sets together?

[@ShabbyFabrics]

Great question! In the video it looks like Jen is using the 1/4" seam allowance. - Yajaira

[@jgricho]

My strip sets also measure 6.25” as well. Using 1/4” seam allowance and measured accurately after sewing the seams and pressing open. Does this mean that the diamonds should be cut at 6.25” instead of 6.5” ?

[@eileenbrennen9975]

@@jgricho the ruler does not seem to have the guide for a 6.25 measurement that I can see.

[@courtfam2524]

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[@ghostfire2542]

Very hard to understand this ruler

[@ShabbyFabrics]

Do you have any specific questions we can help answer? - Morgan

[@kathleenaglaganian9283]

Sorry, SPUN feeling.🙃

[@ShabbyFabrics]

[@miric6224]

Hi a better camera for close ups should be used. Thanks, anyway, for the efforts. You gotta be kidding, you didn’t even bother to watch your video?

[@ShabbyFabrics]

We have since improved our equipment and have a new team behind the camera. Thanks for the feedback! - Beth

[@cathywilson3551]

please stop calling them a diamond- it is a Rhombus. It confuses kids when we call them diamonds once they hit math- if you are talking cards- cool- but a mathematical shape - ie quilting- is a rhombus.

[@ShabbyFabrics]

Thanks for letting us know that. The actual ruler by Creative Grids is called a Diamond, so we'll refer to it as that so there isn't confusion for people looking for that ruler. - Morgan