Kawandi: Tips and Techniques for Your First Quilt!

[@heyBrownBerry]

Clear and inspiring. Good camera angle, and I appreciate the acknowledgement of the original makers

[@marionsworld24]

Thank you. That means a lot..💐🪡🧵

[@pamrussell7346]

I love that you are keeping to the tradition of the original makers. Thanks for this tutorial.

[@alycewarr5332]

This is the most pleasant and beautifully explained and narrated video I’ve ever watched. Thanks so much 💜

[@marionsworld24]

Thank you. That means a lot.💐

[@maryloumallendick7262]

Marian-Thank you for this tutorial. I am literally moved to tears by your sweet and respectful teaching style. I’m not sure I’m ready to attempt it myself but I do feel inspired and look forward to learning more about it. ❤

[@marionsworld24]

Oh you should have a try... It's easier than you might imagine ☺️ and doesn't take a huge long time considering it's all hand stitched

[@debbievermilyea4037]

You are a pleasure to listen to and learn from. Thank you.❤😊

[@marionsworld24]

Thank you for watching also. 💐

[@susanschank6064]

I find your teaching style so helpful, calming and comforting. Thank you.

[@aprilblood1854]

I am finding that also, and I’ve learned more about this method of quilting from her than I have from all the videos I’ve watched

[@suzmauer5385]

Hello Marion! I'm just beginning my Kwandi journey and want to say what an inspiration you are. Please do not ever stop making your lovely videos. The world is a better place with you in it. Susan

[@marionsworld24]

Thanks for the vote of confidence Suz 😊

[@roslyncoward3222]

I found this absolutely fascinating Marion. I do love traditional, hand made methods like this. I'm really inspired to try. I love the trifting and the hand stiching. It goes right back to the origins of all quilting I think.

[@marionsworld24]

It's a really beautiful way to make a quilt...

[@Pelure32]

Absolutely

[@GeeBee111]

Thank you so much Marion, this is all so very helpful and clear. I’ve been a quilter, sewer, crocheter for about 50 years and am just now doing several slow stitching projects. This is something I am definitely going to try, just for the challenge and pleasure of it! Yours have come out beautifully! And boy, Margaret is sure a colorful lady!!

[@marionsworld24]

She certainly is ☺️ I'm glad you enjoyed this video.. I loved making mine and I gave my daughter the yellow one for Christmas..☺️🧵🪡 If you look in the Making Clothes playlist you'll find I've made a dress with a Kawandi skirt too 😅

[@prplpotatoes]

Everything I believe about the ethics of sewing in one video ❤❤

[@marionsworld24]

That's so kind of you. Thank you 💐

[@louisetonks5599]

How wonderful! Thank you for a very informative video x

[@JisforJenius]

I have watched countless quilting tutorials. Rarely have I enjoyed one as much as I did watching this one. You're a natural teacher. I am about to sort my scraps and I will now do so with one such project as this in mind. Brilliant tutorial. Thank you so much.

[@marionsworld24]

You are most welcome. Thank you for your compliment :)

[@janvas7690]

Excellent presentation thank you

[@deemetzger5779]

I’m So happy I found your channel. You are an artist. I like listening to you talk. Thank you

[@marionsworld24]

☺️💐

[@kristiebarnes8573]

Oh no, now you've gone and done it! A new, beautiful, inspirational craft for me to try! Your enthusiasm brings me such joy ❤ Thank you

[@marionsworld24]

😅

[@LawanJackson-p4o]

Very nice! I was also inspired by Marg. Fabrizio some yrs ago. As a textile artist, it’s very exciting to construct a piece without first designing it. Very magical, and relaxing. You do a wonderful job of explaining how to construct Kawandi. You do the Sidi people proud. ❤

[@marionsworld24]

That means a lot. Thank you so much for your message...

[@jadams7198]

Marion, Until your video, I had never heard of kawandi. I love everything about your kawandi. Right now I am sewing a kawandi using a large piece of double muslin from an Op shop. Your tips about making it larger, smaller on the corners, not using pins if possible and enjoying the process is everything. My stitches and rows are far from perfect, but you shared it happens to you as well - that gives me encouragement. I feel like you are in my room sharing your joy and knowledge. Without you, I would not be doing my kawandi. Thank you, Rosemary

[@marionsworld24]

Thank you Rosemary. Your message has really made my morning 😊 I'm so glad you not only found the video helpful, but have actually gone on to stitch your own Kawandi and just enjoy the whole process! Brilliant! Stitches and rows get neater the more you practice...but in the end you have to enjoy doing something to be encouraged enough to continue. I always hope that my videos enable people to realise that they can do it and not to give up because it's not 'perfect'... You're a total Star 🌟💐

[@DebraSchmidt]

Marion, I had ZERO interest n Kawandi until I watched this video. You make it make sense and look enjoyable and worthwhile. Thank you!

[@marionsworld24]

That's excellent. Thank you so much for watching 💐

[@bevc8306]

Thank you so much for this wonderful tutorial. You are great teacher and now I want to try and make one myself. I have plenty of bits of material that I will be able to use. I’m from Australia 🇦🇺

[@marionsworld24]

I hope you enjoy making one as much as I did with these ones..🪡🧵

[@randylls5341]

👍I did try small samples. Larger would be easier. You are a great teacher, and very encouraging on all your various techniques. Margaret is a dramatic older lady and dynamic; a wonderful role model on aging. Got to keep on living our best life, no matter what. I am in my seventies and learning how to do that. It doesn’t matter what other people (the neighbors) think.

[@marionsworld24]

Totally agree with your whole message. I'll be 65 this year and I just seem to be starting to get out and about as it were....

[@louisaman5497]

What do you do aboutthe sides of the pieces

[@marionsworld24]

Do you mean the edges Louisa? The first line of stitching is actually right along the edge. There's nothing else to finish once you get to the middle...

[@jwebber598]

❤❤❤excellent video.. inspiring and great instruction … thank you Marion❤❤❤

[@garnettemorgan7355]

You are a very lovely person for sharing all of the knowledge to make this middle quite❤❤🎉

[@marionsworld24]

💐

[@cheatamgail76]

Beautiful work! Love your teaching style 👌

[@marionsworld24]

🧵🪡

[@rakshithambaiah8562]

Brilliant tutorial. I have been struggling with Indian quilts, this is a.Godsend.

[@marionsworld24]

I'm glad it was helpful. It was my first one, but I really tried to show as authentic a way I knew how. They're so soft and lovely. The process itself is wonderful too 👍🧵🪡☺️

[@donnanawrocki3022]

Marion, I’ve enjoyed watching your video many times over. I love listening to you teach and demonstrate the art of kawandi making. The Siddi people would be happy to know that you have kept to their true techniques. Absolutely beautiful!! All your stitch work in your videos are amazing! All my best 💞

[@marionsworld24]

Thank you so much. That means a lot to me...💐

[@marlaatml]

I really appreciate the way you teach. Thank you.

[@marionsworld24]

Thank you 😊

[@pammace3820]

I’ve watched many videos on kawandi including Margaret Fabriozo’s. You are a very good teacher and share many tips from your process that are helpful. Thank you.

[@marionsworld24]

Thank you so much for the compliment Pam. I really appreciate you taking the time to message... :)

[@jeanboardman3155]

Everyone has already said it all. Just to say you are an inspiration. Thank you 😊

[@marionsworld24]

💐

[@femnotsofatale]

Thank you so much for doing this - I am brand new - and found this very helpful - other videos weren't as clear, and I appreciate how authentic you're being.

[@marionsworld24]

Thanks so much 💐

[@jeanbohannon9042]

Thank you for this video. I've watched quite a few Kawandi tutorials and this is the best one I've seen. The tip about the fabrics you used are very helpful and will make stitching much easier.

[@marionsworld24]

I'm so happy to hear you found it helpful...

[@KnitStitchGrow]

I really enjoyed watching your demonstration of Kawandi. The process of adding as you go, and hand-stitching really appeals to me. I love how yours turned out ❤

[@marionsworld24]

Thank you. It's such a different process from the traditional patchwork quilt as I know it. This is definitely appliqué and such an organic process that I absolutely love it 😊🪡🧵

[@annadalli3234]

Hello Marion. I am new to your channel but I am soo hooked. I am going to make a Kawandi in memory of my late parents by using pieces of their clothing. If all goes well I will do one each for my two sisters. Thanks for being on youtube you are helping me go through my anxiety. Lots of love.

[@marionsworld24]

Oh that makes me so happy to hear you would like to make a kawandi too. I'm sure you'll thoroughly enjoy this different process for making a quilt. They're so lovely!

[@coralpilling4737]

Very interesting. I had never heard of Kawandi before. What a wonderful explanation. Thank you.

[@marionsworld24]

You're welcome Coral 💐

[@kimberleybridger4738]

Oh no! something else to add to my 'to try' list 😆 Great video, thank you.

[@faridawhincup8848]

Haha 😆 that’s exactly what I thought

[@marionsworld24]

Of course... there's always a long list of things to do. :) I wouldn't be without my list of stuff though... I think I'd panic without it!

[@jacquiwilmot7802]

Thank you Marion, this is such a relaxing and informative video and the first time I'd ever seen this type of construction.

[@marionsworld24]

I hope you give it a try. They are wonderful to make and even nicer to hold....

[@t.k3025]

Lovely. I’m sold. Great tutorial. Thank you.

[@beckyberquist1340]

Ditto on what everyone is saying.. you are Amazing. You do everything the same way, patient to us new learners and always explainly perfectly. And you give us hope that we can do it to. Your one of my favorite . Can't wait to see what we do next 😊 ❤❤

[@marionsworld24]

Thanks Becky... You can do it! It's easy sewing and using up scraps you probably have already. You can make it with old clothes, particularly old cotton shirts or thrifted dresses. An old, worn sheet for the back and all you need to invest is some time.... Making something out of almost nothing... :)

[@sarahcbarry]

Finding you was completely by happenstance and I am so glad I did. I Subscribed to your channel. I will refer back this wonderful tutorial as I start and work through putting together a kuwandi quilt for my own.

[@marionsworld24]

Brilliant.. good luck with it.. I hope you are encouraged to make something of a decent size 🤞☺️🧵🪡

[@peggygilbertsen9099]

Hi this is my first time here. Thank you for this great tutorial. I love the art of hand sewing . This is beautiful.

[@marionsworld24]

Hello Peggy. Welcome to my channel. I hope you continue to enjoy watching my videos...

[@lindarosenthal6835]

Thank you for sharing. Fascinating technique. I love the look of the stitching on these quilts.

[@marionsworld24]

They're so lovely to stitch too ☺️

[@patriciaboyd1199]

Lovely ! I couldn't stop watching your whole video .

[@marionsworld24]

Brilliant..thank you.

[@pialindeg]

Thank you for your excellent teaching . thanks for doing this.

[@marionsworld24]

There's a new kawandi inspired make coming on Sunday! 🪡🧵

[@joeytcolbert9778]

Thank you so much for this very good video on Kawandi! I have looked for instructions, tutorials, and workshops to no avail. And now, in the end, your video, instructions, explanations are all that I need to try this type of piecework! Thank you thank you for sharing!!

[@marionsworld24]

Thank you. I'm so pleased you found good information here! I'm sewing another variation at the moment. It should be up on Sunday... fingers crossed!

[@bridgetcasey1055]

Marion, thank you for this wonderful tutorial on Kawandi making. I'm definitely going to make one now.

[@marionsworld24]

Excellent!☺️

[@rosemarysanchez5107]

Marion, thanks so much for a sharing and for a great tutorial

[@janeywilliams4160]

Marion, thank you so much for your lovely generous instructions on how to make a Kawanda quilt. You are a wonderful instructor and so clear in what you are conveying, thank you thank you! I am definitely going to try to make one as yours looks fantastic ❤

[@marionsworld24]

I'm happy you enjoyed it and I've inspired you to make one too... Please try a larger size than just a little one. They're so soft and lovely that I don't think you can appreciate it when they're just placemat sized...

[@margaretWestminster]

Oh my goodness I just realized you are left handed like myself. Thats even better fo me to learn this from you. ❤

[@marionsworld24]

Yeah for lefties ☺️ 🧵🪡

[@julierobson5101]

Loved watching this Marion…you have inspired me…I’m so keen 🙏🏻

[@Gigimamapa5]

This is very interesting. Thank you for the tutorial. It looks like the finished piece becomes a surprise.😊

[@marionsworld24]

I was just so pleased with it 🧵🪡

[@nocomment4642]

This is the perfect video for me.I have watched several videos on quilting from various countries. They rarely show the full process and talk about the best materials as you have.This is a simple video but with lots of information and tips.I love the lack of ironing and fuss about they way you make your quilts and they are fabulous ! Thank you for sharing your info and skills

[@marionsworld24]

Thank you. I was really trying to show how I felt that the real authentic ones were made. Using repurposed materials and not just new fabric and batting... I've made a few now and they're always a total joy to stitch and complete.. 💐🪡🧵

[@nocomment4642]

@@marionsworld24 Yes, the authentic way you made them was one of the things I loved.

[@lenorerhodes8110]

I have ever seen this technique before, it is fascinating. I certainly regret taking all my excess scarves to the op shop earlier this year. I think I will do a small piece for a knitting bag. I am so glad you popped up on my screen. Cheers from downunder. ❤️❤️❤️🌺

[@marionsworld24]

Hello Australia 👋 Luckily thrifted scarves shouldn't break the bank 🤞🤞🤞

[@Hope-ew3ik]

I’m so happy I found this. You have done an excellent job explaining the origin as well as the how-to. I’ve not done this type of quilting before but am definitely going to give it a try! Again, thank you from Arkansas

[@marionsworld24]

Thank you. I really tried to be as authentic as I could and respect the tradition... considering I am obviously not part of the culture myself.

[@lindaannesmith9578]

What a lovely job you did! I had no trouble imagining just how soft and fluid this quilt is. Teachers are born, not made and you truly have the GIFT! Thank you. (I stayed up way to late, but it was just too good to stop watching.).

[@marionsworld24]

Thanks so much Linda. I'm so happy you enjoyed watching.

[@misse-jensen]

I whised I knew this technique when I made two single bed quilt for my friends 🥰🥰🥰🥰 I have to make this kawandi quilt Thanks for a lovely tutorial and I could hear you talk all day❤❤❤❤ love your channel 🥰🥰

[@marionsworld24]

Kawandi are such a joy to make... I've made another two since I did this one... One of them was made into a dress skirt!

[@misse-jensen]

@@marionsworld24 yes I saw that video and I loved the dress🥰🥰🥰🥰🥰

[@Gillian-3]

What a great tutorial about making a kawandi! I love your first one and feel inspired enough that I might do one! I just need to gather scraps of material first! Thank you Marion. 😊

[@marionsworld24]

Yes ! Just cut up someone's old cotton shirts or something.... use old stuff.... and make something beautiful.. :)

[@HelenSundt]

Thank you. Your instructions were easy to follow. From Reno Nevada

[@marionsworld24]

👍🪡🧵

[@shandaturman9974]

Ooooh I really love this! I am a quilter of 50 years and I love to learn something new. I definitely must try this. Maybe start with a small sampler till I get the new technique down. Beautiful!

[@marionsworld24]

I'm so pleased you liked it. I tried to be as respectful of the Siddi heritage as possible and that's how I think the quilt comes out the best 🪡🧵

[@judepicton6252]

Really helpful video, great instruction and tips ,thankyou

[@dianefutcher7166]

i've seen this before however you have done a marvellous job in explaining how a Kawandi is made. I was in awe watching you. Thanks so much Marion. ❤

[@arlene9330]

What a wonderful way to celebrate culture of others … and a great lesson you taught.. ty for sharing .. I’m going to look for batting like you did and hope my efforts will be successful to making a quilt like this for snuggling in … 🍁🌻👍❤️

[@marionsworld24]

It's worth getting those old scarves or some old soft brushed cotton sheeting. They're quite often very cheap as not many people want them these days.

[@marionsworld24]

Thank you Diane. I hope I showed just how easy it is to make one in the traditional style, so that anyone would feel they could do it too...

[@sharonhatfield6646]

Fantastic instuctions! Easy to follow and so encouraging! Thank you! ❤

[@marionsworld24]

Glad you enjoyed it 🪡🧵

[@tammytahara855]

Thank you, Marion, for posting your lovely Kawandi with your methods. In my mind, yours was the best explanation I’ve seen - the most understandable one for me! I used traditional batting for my first placemat sized piece and totally agree it’s not soft enough to be a quilt, even if it was larger. I’m running out now to the thrift shops to look for cotton scarves for my next decent sized Kawandi! 😊

[@marionsworld24]

Thank you Tammy. I've just started a new one that I'll be turning into a dress hopefully! Watch out for that video coming in the next few weeks.... :)

[@felitommei5624]

Is so beautiful how you take the time to investigate and your respect for this lovely tradition. Thank you so much for shearing with us. Saludos desde Argentina🤗🌷🤍

[@marionsworld24]

Thank you. It was important to me to show the heritage of this type of quilt. I think they're so different and so beautiful too..😊

[@susannaeasdale1162]

Thank you for sharing this technique Marion, such an interesting way to make a quilt a great way to use up our many scraps. Hugs Susanna 😄♥️🧵🪡

[@marionsworld24]

If you sew there's always a never ending supply of bits and pieces.

[@MG-oi2zy]

Beautiful work! 🤩 You do a wonderful job of explaining how to piece this together.

[@gailfirenze4760]

You’ve done an excellent job of teaching this Kawandi. I’d really like to make one now. Thank you so much. 🙋🏼‍♀️🇦🇺

[@marionsworld24]

Ooh..I'm pleased it got you thinking about making your own. Thank you Gail.

[@richardmackow1755]

Really enjoyed this video! Very clear explanation coupled with historical facts! Well done!

[@marionsworld24]

Thank you Richard. And for taking the time to message too 💐

[@oldladysusie3009]

You are a lovely lady. Perfect instructions on how to a kawandi. You've persuaded me to make one with my huge array of scraps and vintage fabrics. Thanks so much 💜

[@marionsworld24]

Hello Susie. Welcome to my channel. Prepare to use lots of your scraps and finish with the utmost in soft quilts unlike anything else...🪡🧵💐

[@cynwarnerknight3829]

Thank you. Very informative and simple instructions. I’m on my first Kawandi.

[@marionsworld24]

Wonderful!

[@annhind5261]

Love this tutorial. You explained everything perfectly Marion, thank you.

[@marionsworld24]

Thank you Ann. That's great thank you.

[@SierraNovemberKilo]

That was the beginners info I needed. Thank you very much.

[@marionsworld24]

😊

[@julias.8236]

I also found Kawandis on Instagram and then watched some videos of Margret. Also did a little one (about place mat size) which is now a wall hanging. I'm also eager to do a quilt sized Kawandi. The tip with the scarfs is fantastic (because with the little one I needed pliers to pull the needle through every now and then which wasn't that relaxing...). Thanks for the great tutorial!!

[@marionsworld24]

Needing pliers to pull the needle sounds awful! It definitely shouldn't be like that... I think a lot of tutorials I saw were almost doing traditional quilting but using the patches differently. And so were using normal quilt batting. The results are really not the same as the real kawandi I think. I watched film of the ladies making them and they didn't have a problem with stitching. I tried to think what they might use if they were here...and that led me to try using the scarves. At times I had 8 layers and no bother at all with stitching through it all.

[@HelenDuncan-v2j]

Hallo Marion. My friend had started a Kawandi and I got inspired to research about it. Having now watched quite a few videos, I have found yours to easily be the best and most informative. Great teaching and great tips. Thank you

[@marionsworld24]

Thank you for your message. It means a lot. 💐

[@margaretgaal937]

This was a beautiful education on Kawandi. I had no idea how this was done and your work is beautiful. Thank you.

[@marionsworld24]

🪡🧵☺️

[@dawnmichelson8862]

Just finished my first one. Thanks for your great and inspiring video.

[@marionsworld24]

Brilliant Dawn... I hope you enjoyed all the stitching and it's as lovely as you hoped 😊

[@pamelacarter-wiley2644]

Thank you for this video Marion! Your step by step instructions have been the clearest and most informative of any I have watched previously. I was about to give up but your video has helped me finally begin to get the hang of making a Kawandi (not Kawandi quilt : )

[@marionsworld24]

Brilliant Pamela. I'm really pleased you found it all helpful. Thank you so much for letting me know.

[@k3n.clothtales]

Marion thank you so much, I am watching this for the second time as I want to have a go and make it as authentically as possible. I so appreciate your respectful and well researched commentary. I also want to make a Siddi inspired piece in my weekly slowstitch project, that will be a challenge to make a piece only a few inches square so I think it will have to be raw edge. I will send people over to you for the real thing. 😂 I will try and keep everything else as authentic as possible and your video has been so helpful. ❤

[@marionsworld24]

Thank you Kathryn. I really appreciate your compliment about the video. We must have esp as I'm actually on with another kawandi project myself. Hopefully it will be live next Sunday if I can get it finished. It isn't a quilt in the same way that this one is though.... I'll enjoy seeing what you do in your lovely book. :)

[@k3n.clothtales]

I made a tiny sample and was so inspired that I have started a big one. Already done the first round, it's about 150cm square I think 😂 it's addictive isn't it? ❤️

[@jennstumpf1]

This is the best Kawandi tutorial I’ve seen. Thank you so much for sharing with us. I made a tiny one before watching this video but now have a good size vintage bed sheet for backing and I’m excited to get started! Wonderful video! ❤

[@marionsworld24]

I'm excited on your behalf too! That's going to be a good sized quilt to stitch! It's going to look wonderful 🪡🧵

[@aprilblood1854]

Thank you, Marianne. I’ve watched a lot of Kandi quilts and I’ve done a couple of placemats to just play with the stitching, but I’m going to have to tell you that your video was the most informative and showing us what you’re doing was very educational so thank you for taking the time.

[@aprilblood1854]

Totally agree

[@marionsworld24]

Thank you. I really appreciate you telling me 💐

[@laurah8689]

I really enjoyed your tutorial and will subscribe to your channel. You have a wonderful quality of work, and you explained everything so clearly. Thank you for taking the time to show how to make these quilts ❤

[@marionsworld24]

Thank you so much and welcome to my channel 🪡🧵

[@bethriehm8973]

Thank you for making this video. I can’t wait to make one.

[@marionsworld24]

I hope you enjoy it as much as I do 🤞

[@lorenacordero-hernandez8443]

Wonderful tutorial. I really enjoyed it. You are a great teacher.!!!!

[@marionsworld24]

🧵🪡👍

[@brookewilliamsbuffington5400]

This was so very helpful. Thanks so much! Hi, from Florida!

[@marionsworld24]

Hello from England 👋

[@elizabethgwinnett6977]

Thank you! I enjoyed this tutorial!

[@Cordelia-again]

You have definitely inspired me to start one. Thank you, Marion for a beautiful explained tutorial. X

[@marionsworld24]

I'm pleased you liked it 💐 thank you

[@Jbstan7]

I have only seen the small pieces previously.....please spread out your finished one for a peek also! This is what I have been waiting for....I love the use of soft hand fabrics....I am inspired...and am off to the thrift shop!! thanks you!

[@marionsworld24]

I will. Hopefully I'll add it to Sunday's video. The yellow one I was making was for a Christmas present, which was why I didn't show it all... I'm pleased you enjoyed the video.

[@stitchann]

Your tutorial was perfect. I learned so much.

[@marionsworld24]

I'm pleased about that. Thank you for watching 💐

[@karenmartin3250]

Thank you Marion! I really love the look of the kawandi. Your video was so clear and easy to understand. I will be starting my first one very soon.

[@marionsworld24]

Excellent.. I'm sure you'll enjoy the process 🪡🧵

[@elaines8297]

I liked that you inserted some tips to help us know how the original Kawandi was meant to be constructed! I agree with one of the posters who said you've given us the best Kawandi tutorial!!! Thank you for sharing your knowledge and expertise!!!!

[@marionsworld24]

Thank you. That means a lot!

[@sandrafox9204]

Hi Marion What a lovely easy to follow tutorial. I’m even tempted to have a go myself.❤

[@janet7640]

Oh Marion, thank you! Such a clever way of creating a soft drapey coverlet. So helpful the clear way you demonstrated the folding and stitching especially the edges and corners, beautiful Kawandi! 🧵🪡♥xo

[@marionsworld24]

Thank you. I'm so happy you found your way to my video.. They really are the most lovely quilts to make. The hand sewing is no bother at all, and you end up with a beautifully soft quilt that looks so different!

[@lindaduplantis8665]

I’m anxious to make a Kawandi and loved your tutorial. Thank you so much.❤

[@marionsworld24]

🧵🪡💐

[@peggyallison9941]

I’m fascinated by this technique ❣️ I saw it first by they woman who went to India and studied with the Siddi women. I love watching you and I love that you called it “meditative “ because that’s how I feel about hand work.

[@marionsworld24]

😊💐

[@s.wilson4115]

Your directions are amazing.. So tempted to give it a try!! Love the whole recycling aspect of it!!! Thank you🌸🌸

[@marionsworld24]

It's such a lovely technique ☺️

[@julietaylor8418]

I just happened upon your demonstration of Lawanda quilting and am truly impressed. My difficulty is finding materials for one.

[@bobbie473]

Julie … I am going to look for my materials and supplies at the local thrift shops and I think used .. but not worn out baby cot/crib sheets would make great “batting” they would be very soft .. and light weight too 😊

[@marionsworld24]

All of my fabric was either thrifted clothes or leftover from previous projects. Mens soft shirts are good with plenty of usable fabric. Old sheets too. When I started sewing years ago I used to ask family for old clothes I could cut up. The lovely thing about a kawandi is that repurposing old textiles is absolutely in the spirit of the culturally authentic making of them.

[@marionsworld24]

Great suggestion Bobbie 👍

[@evelynfrench804]

Thank you for your tutorial. Your quilt is lovely.

[@mrscpc1918]

What a great tutorial. As a complete beginner I feel like it’s really possible for me to have a go at this. Thanks

[@marionsworld24]

It is possible... It's a very freeing experience. You should definitely try it 🪡🧵

[@mrscpc1918]

@@marionsworld24 thanks for your reply. I am always poised on the edge of desperately wanting to do creative things of many types but I’m a survivor of serious abuse and it seems to stop my free will. BUT I’ve been trying to recover and I am really keen on hand sewing. I love darning and hand mending things. 🙂

[@lindarubano4562]

Hi Marion.. Love your directions for the Kawandi quilt…I am looking forward to making one..I learned so much by watching your video…thankyou

[@marionsworld24]

They're a lovely thing to stitch 👍

[@barbaraanger428]

It’s beautiful. Thank you for a very clear explanation of how to make a Kwandi.

[@cyn4rest]

Just rewatched your lovely video. I’ve made a couple Kawandi now and I think you explain the process very well. I’ve sent your link on to my sewing friends who’ve shown interest in learning the Sidi’s technique. This slow stitching is both rewarding and therapeutic. Thanks for sharing your project.

[@marionsworld24]

You're most welcome, and thank you for sending it onwards too 💐

[@attedragon]

Thank you that was very informative, and you were delightful!

[@marionsworld24]

I'm pleased you found it helpful 💐

[@patriciadavid-d9r]

Good job, directions were great. Thanks