I made a Double Wedding Ring Quilt 😳 Hand-Quilted, and Davetized 👨🏻

Greetings All ! In this video I make a Double Wedding Quilt ! and I Davetize it.
Like my iron ? It's here:
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This is the book I got the templates out of:
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00:00 Intro
00:15 talky talky chatty chatty
08:48 planning my quilt
13:04 And then I start
23:45 curved piecing
29:59 And then I continue
42:09 joining the rows
44:28 And then I finish

[@KateBerggren]

My neighbor grew up in Iowa (born in 1930) . Her family was large. She was the youngest of 6 . They were considered "poor". Living on a farm, growing their own food, butchering chickens, making their own clothes. From the 'scraps' of the clothing they would put them aside and then make quilts from those scraps to have them be utilitarian. To keep them warm. She had hand sewn butterfly blocks where the pattern was in a local magazine., because it looked nicer than just sewing scraps together. She never made it into a quilt because it reminded her of a time of struggle. I got the blocks, I have made a wall hanging for her grandchildren, but I still have all these butterfly blocks in a container.

[@dawnwebb3645]

My Great Grandma here in Iowa made a quilt out of great grandpa’s boxer shorts

[@wrkdhughes]

Dave, you provide much joy & delight into our world! I’m 71 yrs old & have been quilting at least 40 yrs. You are by far my favorite quilting KZbinr. Love your attitude & fearlessness ❣️

[@keressabeverage2622]

I loved it when he was talking about the book/pattern, and they were warning folks away, it might be too much bla bla bla…… Dave then mentioned one of his many pieced quilts was 7000 + and he just laughed when he read theirs was @700! Love his videos too!

[@carolinekcowart9248]

Hey there, Dave. I watched this video as I have watched all of your videos. Let me tell you, I love your quilts. They are fabulous. I have been a subscriber for a while and I have never commented before but I think I need to comment on this one. You talked about the fact that your channel is not for beginners and that you just make quilts because you love making quilts. May I say, thank you, thank you, thank you. I appreciate that there are new quilters out there and certainly they should be welcome to all quilting shows. But the quilting channels that challenge the more intermediate or seasoned quilter are few and far between. I am 71 years old and I have been sewing since I was four. I made my first quilt when I was around 12 or 13. It was a very plain quilt and was done as a project for a class I was part of at our church. Most of what I sewed for years was clothes for myself and for my family. I didn't really get excited about it and begin really quilting until I was in my 20s. Then I began by watching Georgia Bonesteel on PBS. It now is my passion. I know how to sew and I know most of the basic quilting techniques. I still like a challenge and your quilts challenge me. I love your channel and I love your quilts. I have told people about your channel, even folks who aren't quilters, because your quilts are so compelling and exciting. Keep on doing what you are doing. I know I'm not the only one who loves your channel. You are a wonderful young man and a blessing to me and I'm sure to others as well. Thank you so much. I just felt like I needed to share.

[@peggyharris7849]

Just found you, Dave. You’re a breath of fresh air in the quilting community! ❤

[@KelseyDrummer]

The gatekeeping! Dave. Babes. I'm two minutes in and I already know you're going to slay this quilt.

[@sshirleyks]

This is by far my favorite wedding ring quilt ever! Your quilts are NEVER boring!

[@NERSkate]

Mine too. Jewel Colors are my vibe.

[@susanopdahl9968]

Thank you, Dave, I’m an 84-year-old quilter, and I love your work! I like color, almost as much as you do!

[@brendasweeney2806]

77 love color too

[@jeffa732]

"I'm not a-scared of no fabric!" -should be on a t-shirt! Another excellent job, and thank you for another excellent video, Dave!

[@glowilk5377]

Hear, here !

[@LakesideQuiltmakingArts]

Totally agree 😂

[@marinaabad4995]

and no quilt pattern!

[@Craftythrifter]

I WANT that tshirt!😉

[@JenniMeer]

Also a “Dav-etized” in patch work.

[@donnadees1971]

In Little Rock, AR we bought a house that had valances over the windows that matched the valances. I didn’t like them, so took them down and began to undo them. As each layer of cover pulled back to reveal the paddings. They were quilt pieces. No lie, and as I spread the out, I found a double wedding ring quilt, that matched a piece from the other valance. THEN the wonder, was that they matched the cuts -- and made an entire quilt twin bed size. I was shocked that anyone would cut up quilts to use in such a manner. There were other pieces that were utilized in special places in other places in the home. I still have them in my home. Treasures.

[@davescraftroom]

holy crap 😱😅👨🏻

[@janfusco80]

I’ve been quilting since 1974 and have never attempted this quilt. It reminds me of the question, “How do you eat an elephant.” “One bite at a time”. I am so proud of you for attempting and completing this quilt in your wonderful fashion. Congratulations for making a masterpiece.

[@morrowdimtindomiel]

If I wanted to see a quilt that everyone makes, I would watch everyone. I watch for Dave-itized quilts specifically because I am myself a quilter that likes to follow a different path. Dave-itized quilts are my favorites!

[@sheilahryclik5229]

Bravo Dave! I admire your willingness to just jump in and Davietize! Stunning quilt!

[@IRISHLASS273]

Dave, I'm a self-taught quilter of a few years. Where I live it's almost impossible to find anyone into crafts. I came across a British TV craft channel which had some quilt lessons. One of the "teachers"said she made a queen size double wedding ring quilt in a week-end. The presenter looked sceptical I looked at the TV and yelled codswallop The channel no longer exist.

[@lopa56]

Serious freaking genius.

[@TillyKlassen]

How refreshing! Quilting ideas without boundaries!

[@herbalistatheart7064]

I absolutely love your attitude and fearless approach to creating. Plus you create stunning quilts at the end of the process. Bravo to you, sir! I will add that I have adopted your habit is saying I think it is beautiful and stunning when I finish a a project. It’s a good saying and I hope you hear it as imitation is flattery. Thank you for sharing your work and your process with us in YT land.

[@chrissyluna8183]

I love your method of quilting. It's your style and who cares what others think.

[@karenkavanagh9372]

Greetings from Alma, Ontario, Canada 🇨🇦 I grew up knowing quilt patterns from The 1920's-1930's Era being commonly discussed. The Wedding Ring is a very, very special quilt much like 'The Fine China & Crystal' received as their wedding gifts. A special quilt traditionally 'The Wedding Ring' is stored in the cedar chest wrapped in blue tissue paper of a married woman. Very seldom used, and if used, was brought out displayed upon her bed on her Anniversary. and never on another bed used by anyone else. The quilt was aired out on the clothesline and put onto the bed on this special occasion, their Anniversary. This was the quilt her mother made for her for her Wedding Bed and was quilted by all the female members of her family as well as the female members of the family she was marrying. And afterward stored and put onto their bed for special occasions, their Anniversary. As the title says, it's traditionally a wedding present put onto the wedding bed of the newly wedded couple. The 'rings' unite the families of their marriage together and the many rings represent their family members. The rings represent the intertwining connection of the combined family members of the 2 families' members. It represents the marriage, combining the 2 families, everyone is 'connected', united together, and related to one another through this marriage. Represented in the exchanging of rings during the marriage ceremony, thus uniting the 2 families together as relations now to one another. A treasured quilt is traditionally given as a wedding gift from the bride's mother. The bride's mother hosts quilting bees along with an afternoon tea, for both families, commonly for the women folks. So yes, this quilt is treasured because all the female members from both sides of the family put a stitch or two into the quilting of the wedding quilt. Ironically, more than oftentimes their 'stitches' would be pulled out due to undesirable stitching quality, whereas other 'rows' were of admirable quality. Of course, the ripping out of undesirable stitches was kept quiet, done discreetly after they left of course. But overall everyone came to unite and rejoice in the 2 families being kinfolks, of the upcoming Wedding and being related now to one another. This quilting bee helped 'quilt' the Bride's quilt for her 'Wedding Bed' as well as meeting and getting to know one another. Wonderful to have found your channel. Keep up the passion of quilting. Now You know the history of The Wedding Ring Quilt Pattern and its representation. Regards, GiGi In Vintage

[@hoosierhillsqfk1985]

Thank you so much for your response. I am working on a DWR quilt for my son's wedding and your information will be useful for explaining the quilt pattern to him

[@helend222]

Thanks Dave for reading the magazine clipping. Agree with your comments. The quilting "experts" and police probably prevented many attempts at challenging designs. Go for it.

[@luminouslightwork9552]

I love you man ! You are without a doubt the most generous creative. You demonstrate true freedom in stuffy rule-ridden quiltmaking. Thank you SO MUCH. REBEL AGAINST FABRIC TYRANNY.❤

[@JenniMeer]

Subbed in less than a minute!! It’s so refreshing to find a male sewing channel. 🪡

[@meridithfodera3796]

WOW! Typical DAVE Explosion of Colors, Techniques & Quilting! Thanks for a fulfilled viewing experience! 🎉 😊

[@rangertuck9158]

I found an old book that had wedding ring quilt, the rings are made with less scraps. And the sewing it by hand more complicated. Then I found that encyclopedia, and a newer book from 2003 and it's made with less scraps pieces and a new technique to have it easier to sew via machine. Im making mine with thousands of scraps from my crumbs from other projects, two brand new fat quarters for the diamonds and the white areas are scraps of white fabric overlayed w lace scraps. it's taking a long time... 😂

[@PatLeo-kf9bc]

You should call yourself The Fearless Quilter. You never cease to amaze me with your creative process. I love the quilt and the colors are fantastic!

[@deborahstreeter21]

Great video. I loved watching the pillows-to-footballs-to-circles chain piecing. A glorious circus; glad I came to the show.

[@paulaneary7877]

DAVE! I have nicknamed you "The Mad Scientist of Quilting." Thsi is just AMAZING! LOVE IT!

[@AmyB0115]

"Yes I do dare try" favorite quote from this video! You definitely tried and succeeded! Bravo!

[@charlottao.2137]

Wow! The most original double wedding rings what I've ever seen. I love it!

[@KealPanda]

beyond fantastic, cant believe it took me so long to find your channel (: thank you for the honest and detailed look at your process, as well as some quilt history! i always thought paper piecing was hard, but as soon as i saw you do it it just clicked. this makes me believe that I can make this for me and my girlfriends future wedding. thank you dave!!

[@tummymummy0867]

My first quilt was storm at sea. Only after I completed it did I find out it's considered a hard quilt! Don't let someone else's characterisation of a pattern put you off❤

[@jopetersen542]

You inspired me. I remembered that I have fans sewn for a classic fan quilt. I have had these unfinished fans for 30 or 40 years and have just never been inspired to finish them. There are enough for 2 twin size quilts. One set has the points already sewn on, waiting for the top part of the block. The second is just the fan part. I love what you did with this quilt so much that I have decided to finish it with bright solid colors, kind of in the style of the double wedding ring.

[@partyfiesta1557]

Ok I’ll just say this out loud: manifesting the universe to bring me a husband just like you ❤

[@dingtonia]

This is EPIC!! You are fearless and a colour combo genius. What a spectacular quilt. Bravo!

[@cathynuytten798]

Who knew quilting was an aerobic sport!

[@ethellewis4988]

Another amazing display of talent, entertainment, and mad skills !!!! Again I am SHOOK, DISHEVELED , AND DESTROYED !!!!!!!!!! LOVE THIS !!!!!

[@keressabeverage2622]

Other than this video being off the charts artistically, I’ve laughed so hard with you Dave! Some of the things you say I totally get! This quilt is so ……… wild! I’m struggling with the word! Quite makes me dizzy but your talent is amazing!

[@lindanonnenmann1112]

Dave, it is so fascinating to watch you place the pieces on the design wall, sew and re-organize.....Getting a glimpse of how your mind works. I agree, with a positive attitude, courage, determination and skill it will come together beautifully. You say youre not a teacher as in instructing us how to do it but you have certainly taught us the value of accepting a challenge and learning how to grow and master. Yourr colors and patters are simply Joyful!! ❤ Awesome

[@patwilson5017]

AH Dave, this belongs in a modern art museum. This is exxxxtraordinary.!!!!

[@mariecasasnovas5945]

I love loud I think it’s beautiful. How anyone could doubt you making any quilt you put your mind to is beyond me. I’m a novice sewer and have never made a quilt but I appreciate the work and the love and talent that goes into a quilt. And you don’t even follow a pattern. I love your creativity and watching your process. Anyone who gets a Dave creation is very lucky 👍😊

[@anndotsey1910]

BRAVO! Well done! I love the fact that there is “no bridge too far” for you, Dave. You have the vision only young eyes have. I couldn’t figure out how you would square off a Wedding Ring quilt, but you did and it is terrific. My new mantra, “let Jesus take the wheel.” Thank you, Dave!!!

[@otheliakvalevog6845]

beautiful work...I love what you have done.

[@ladywhiskerfield]

My first thought was that this is a quilt Alice would see in Wonderland. It's truly amazing. Dave, the Fearless Quilter.

[@christinenetter1717]

I’m not a scared of no fabric is now my motto

[@susangodden9569]

Who else but YOU can Davify a double wedding quilt to perfection?!?! Love it all ❤

[@teagancarnes4193]

I've seen so many double wedding ring quilts and they almost all look alike! Yours though stands out fantastically from the crowd. I'm now curious about this block, that I've always dismissed. 🔥🔥🔥

[@valerieroberts6869]

You are an awesome inspiration!

[@user-zg4tb4ky9z]

Love your Davetization of this pattern. Best version EVER! Killer music, this quilt is a masterpiece!!!

[@amymomo]

Bravo my friend! Bravo! I've always seen double wedding ring quilts, but didn't know how they were put together. It was intriguing to watch it all happen. I love the way you do videos...keep it up! Also, I feel like that millions of pieces tiny house blocks quilt looked harder and more time consuming than this one.

[@BonnieAdkisson-rd6qk]

I can't take my eyes off this quilt. You are so brave. This fearlessness has spilled over to me! I'm taking more risks and getting more done. I'm grateful for you, Dave. P.S. I'm an old lady, but only quilting for real for 9 years.

[@chrissyluna8183]

I have the rulers. I'm bought them thinking I could make the quilt and then I chickened out.😂

[@jilbertb]

I've wanted to try one too. But haven't got the rulers... yet.

[@hoosierhillsqfk1985]

you can do it!! I have templates and working on my 3rd one for my son. I find them time consuming but once you get the hang its not as bad as the patterns with lots of points. I was amazed that he was using paper as templates. I would have destroyed everything in paper ha ha ha

[@viv4843]

Hello Dave!! I enjoyed your video very much. I took a class at my LQS to learn how to make this quilt. It was very hard and tedious for me at the time. Your video has encouraged me to to make this quilt. I have been wanting this quilt for some time. I have ordered my template and pattern and I am in the process of deciding on fabric. Thanks so very much. Your quilt is BEAUTIFUL!

[@TheHawkeyeQuilter]

Wowza!

[@amelia13131]

It's amazing Dave!!!

[@chrisbernard6811]

Love your “Story” quilts. No one does it like you

[@veralynnds]

Ohmigosh, that quilty gatekeeping can be strong! I leavened to quilt with my grandma when I was 11, and the other ladies in her guild would always tell me that I needed more experience to try different kind of quilts. Especially curves. I need to let it go, but I’m still afraid to sew curves to this day!

[@ArtemisSilverBow]

Curves are so very easy. Check out Sew Kind of Wonderful curved rulers.

[@catherinemerwin2678]

I think your thoughts about quilts that are old and have survived for decades because they weren't used daily is right on point. It makes total sense to me that the basic quilts that families used day in and day out either wore out or were made into something else - another quilt, maybe. A magnificent job on this one - I'm glad you took on the challenge so that I don't feel the need to do it!! Thanks so much for sharing your talent with us.

[@justnorthofthebend9152]

Love your non-traditional quilt from a very traditional pattern.

[@imaprincessdammit]

At the beginning of this one... "Yes! We can do this!!!". At the end... "Yeah! Dave did that!" lol I'm gonna stay scared of this one. Yours is amazing!

[@helenwilliams7112]

Dave, you are a master quilt maker! You dazzle me every time you share a project! I love that you are undaunted and you're making courageous quilters out in KZbin Land! Because of your creative process sharing and showing what you do and why, you encourage your followers to be bold. Bless you!

[@beckysouk2510]

Amazing!!!

[@edithschmitt3898]

Not your grandmother's wedding ring quilt! What a massive piecing enterprise you took on! Very impressive! Your accuracy with curved piecing and matching points is so admirable.....love this loud and sassy wedding ring!

[@PindysFlix]

Hotel coin laundry! Epic!

[@pamelaarbour3368]

I didn't have any doubts that you would make an outstanding quilt! Great job!

[@viviancothros5541]

Fabulous quilt Dave, and a very useful video. Now I know I'll never attempt so many circles. Thanks!!!!!❤

[@katesander93]

Amazing work as always. I laughed out loud for a solid minute when you realized just how much work this thing was going to be and then said 'good'! I would have loved to seen your mother's reaction to this.

[@MaymayMadeIt]

I love your attitude toward quilting! I am new to quilting and all the rules have seemed overwhelming to me but I have decided to just "davetize" it and have fun! Thanks for your sharing your thoughts with us!

[@davescraftroom]

You have to Maymaytize it 😉😜👨🏻

[@MaymayMadeIt]

@@davescraftroom love that!

[@AndyMartinMakes]

The colors are phenomenal! I don’t think ‘stunning’ or ‘epic’ are sufficently superlative adjectives for this quilt. You over-achieved with this one, Dave. The cutting is tediuous, and you did it without the help of acrylic templates! Talk about committed! The piecing is tricky, especially with the curves, yet you make it look easy. Can we talk about the colorful centers? Again, you opted for the more complex (more attractive, IMO) option. But wait, there’s more! You hand quilted it while you were traveling. Your fearless and avant garde approach is fun and you create amazing quilts! 👏🔥🎉

[@sabineviehweger3340]

Dave, this is an amazing quilt. I love how it turned out.

[@lorimerjil642]

So glad I found you. I'm so bored with all the channels that say here's a quick easy quilt, etc. I want a challenge! Love your more complicated quilts and your colors!! Love your colors. I've been wanting to do this pattern with my Day of the Dead fabric for a long time (I've made one before with all blues) and now you've challenged me! Hurray!

[@beckyd712]

Not a fan of eyeballs, but without them, you have thread spools! Love your content. Thank you Dave!

[@jmcmco]

Curious about the back. Fabulous work.

[@tinabarringer8488]

The quilt is drop dead gorgeous!!! Bravo!!!

[@alyce587]

OMG. Dave your amazing. Video kept my interest as i grooved to the music . The quilt itself is the bomb. So much color and movement. You've got a new 70 y/o fan from San Francisco. Thanks for your hard work.

[@oman0403]

Dave! That quilt is AMAZING!!! Thank you for sharing the journey! I would have ended up huddled in a corner in the fetal position after attempting that! Bravo - you have created another masterpiece!

[@user-pb6bc1hl5c]

Great work and fabulous result! I noticed that you sometimes allow the same colour in several neighboring blocks, and that makes your quilts look a bit spontaneous, very picturesque and natural. You are a great designer, my respect.

[@anunmaker]

This quilt is spectacular. I am not overly fond of curves, but I have started a clamshell quilt to get over it. Maybe a scrappy wedding ring is next?!?!? I love that you squared the quilt rather than doing the scallops.

[@annamalone2704]

So I did it the dumb way and precut all the itty-bitty pieces and expected them to sew together and form the right shape. The idea to paper piece came to me months later. BUT watching you gave me an idea to use my seasonal scraps to make a ring for each month. You are inspirational! Keep on quilting!!

[@kristiedanzer9450]

Well done Young Man! This is an awesome quilt and thank-you for letting us follow along on the journey!

[@viktoriaannscotto6296]

I've tried and tried this pattern and have never suceeded. I wanted to make it for my daughter's wedding but ended up doing another pattern. Yours is GORGEOUS Dave, you are very talented. You also have great patience. Love your videos😀

[@NanaKathy47]

Quilt History - I listened to your comments about the number of fabrics in a DWR. I wonder if some of the first ones were made from fabric scraps from clothing from the bride or her family. That would have made it very special and full of memories. If the couple were both from the same area, alternating rings from fabrics from the bride's side and from the groom's side. That would have been especially meaningful for a new couple.

[@LakesideQuiltmakingArts]

Kudos to you! And thank you for inspiring the ole can-do attitude! Your quilt looks fabulous! Bravo!

[@suesheehan5958]

I can see how you made it extra challenging for yourself having to match the fabric rings... now the 'difficult' traditional pattern is the 'easy' version.😊

[@annielyst]

This is my longest standing UFO - I'm encouraged to finish it after watching your video. I took a class and we were taught to piece it differently. I'll have to look at the instructions again to recall the differences. Thank you for sharing

[@kateh4030]

I love the way you don’t try for “tasteful” - like the centre colours aren’t all distributed so they don’t land up near each other, the crash of several same colour centres really works. I could see, as you laid out the arcs on the design wall so they looked like they had white backgrounds, why that is a popular, but yours is Davetized! Is this my new fave? It might be, but I always say that!

[@lucytacheron8179]

Wow! Never wanted to make a double wedding ring quilt because they looked too "old fashioned" to me. You have inspired me! Love it!

[@theresamcintosh9944]

I have been working on mine a year now, but still not done . It is the hardest quilt I have ever done, but I am glad I have challenged my self to do it. I will finish it soon. I love your version!

[@patcorona5979]

WOW! This is the first time I’ve seen the Wedding Rings quilt made before. Not something to try yet. Just started quilting since September 2023 and barely getting that 1/4 seam right 😂. You’re so right, it’s spectacular! It’s beautiful.

[@pnwforesthermit4506]

Love your analysis of this quilt and your questioning of said prior writings.

[@rs-wj1sm]

OMGosh - I love it! I have never really fancied the wedding ring quilt - till now, and I gotta say those colors are fabulous!

[@NellieChristopher]

Love your "version" of the Double Wedding Ring Quilt!! Love the bright colors!

[@nathaliejones1953]

I love, love, love, love this quilt! I have been wanting to make one for years....I have all the rulers and several books and patterns for this quilt. You have inspired me Dave! Thank you so much for sharing! I love your style of teaching!!!

[@ConstanceLClark]

I enjoyed hearing what you read about the double wedding quilt.

[@WestlakeThymes1]

You are a QUILT WARRIOR! This quilt is still on my bucket list, thought I'm in possession of Wedding Ring Quilt made by someone many years ago.

[@grammieluli]

YOU are AMAZING!! 💚♥️🎪💙💛

[@Sylvia907]

You definitely thought outside box. I love it. It’s beautiful and fun.

[@pegfrompetaluma3694]

You do have a mean free hand! I enjoy watching you brainstorm. OMG now dbl wedding band is hard. You are Precious❤

[@marinaabad4995]

I've not been inspired to make this quilt pattern until now that I have seen your masterful work. You truly are an artist! Accuquilt has a 12" Double Wedding Ring block die that I will get to simplify all the cutting. I plan to use my hoard of Charley Harper fabrics from Birch Organics fabrics. Those "pillows" in the centers will be perfect to highlight each bird design. The Accuquilt die arc will cut to perfection all the foundation paper piecing of the rings. No hand trimming. I come from a background of garment sewing. The best way to unit curves is easing the fabric by basting a gathering stitch on the longer side (such as setting in a sleeve or collar) to make them fit perfectly. I would then glue baste, because I'm not fearless like Dave to just use pins. I want to avoid all the ripping I would have to do on each curve. Bravo Dave! I lived in Albuquerque from 1991-2004. Great city! Beautiful state from top to bottom and corner to corner. Currently I'm working on Laura Heine's NOLA Unicorn but using southwestern fabrics and motifs, instead of the florals.

[@ItsDustorama]

My favorite is the cheez-it and red bandanna scrap ring sections. Great combo.

[@poodlegirl55]

While I think vintage wedding ring quilts are beautiful they are also kind of boring. I have one that is about 75% plain muslin. Yours is NOT boring!! Great job Dave.

[@user-fo4bk5vz3i]

This quilt and your talent have me in awe!!! I am doing a double wedding ring because you told me I could!!!