Learn the basics of QUILTING, Part Two. Which Quilt BLOCK? Flying GOOSE? LOG CABIN? STRING piecing?

[@marybeth4002]

I was so pleased to hear that you will be presenting the quilt lessons in increments of every few weeks. When you first informed us that you would be teaching Anna (and all of us fortunate viewers) I was anxious that I had to hurry and get ready. I've actually fixed up an empty bedroom and am in search of good size work table to sew at. Creating a space - not perfect - but its my very own space and that has become my mission. I feel so good about this and hope you both realize the inspiration you have sparked within this ol' soul and many others too. Thank you, Kate and Anna :)

[@crystalwright1504]

Best wishes to you as you begin this journey. Have fun! Don't overthink every decision as creative people are prone to do. I still struggle with it. Enjoy the process. It's a learning journey. If you don't like some detail about your first quilt, you can learn from it and make adjustments on your next one. Most every quilter has an "ugly" quilt in their beginner quilts. Try not to put pressure on yourself. Welcome to a very addictive hobby!!!

[@leannemori9688]

@@crystalwright1504 remember that ugly quilts keep you just as warm as pretty ones

[@crystalwright1504]

@@leannemori9688 Absolutely they do!!

[@angelikaimnaehglueck]

I wish happy sewing.

[@sueroberts2301]

You do yourself a disservice,Kate. My first quilt was made following your trip around the world you tubes. You are an excellent teacher, my shocking stitching skills managed to turn out a beautiful quilt for my mum under your tutelage. Such was the confidence you inspired, my third quilt was an improv. I’m now attempting an ‘Agnes’ quilt as I can campervan and quilt whilst travelling. Will be catching up with you both as wifi allows. Good luck Anna, you’re in safe hands.

[@thelasthomelyhouse]

Wow, thank you! and well done you! xxx

[@mandyg5747]

Yes, I had never seen anyone join Hexies in strips before. Ive bought a Die for 2 inch and 1 1/2 inch hexies ( size of the templates my mum gave me) Already have loads of book pages from my Junk Journal making stash...yet to complete making any journals!! Plan to slow stitch flowers made from old clothes and machine quilt strips of them once decide on a quilt design layout. Any old clothes with fabric unsuitable for quilts will make rag rugs/ wall hanging. I dont use a frame and use continuous strips and a hook. Looking out for a 9 inch Half Hexie template to make large hexies joined in strips on the machine. I like hand stitching but am so slow I'd never get anything finished lol. Aren't textiles fun to play with and wonderful to watch others making using them too! Thank you for inspiring us all.

[@eastcoaststitcher8203]

What a great video. Anna is very fortunate to have you as a teacher.

[@FolaDaniel-dj8qg]

Having had a very bad couple of years, I was so grateful to discover your KZbin channel. I absolutely adore sewing, quilting knitting and embroidery, but due to my illness and other personal circumstances I was unable to do them, until I came across your delightful channel. I can’t begin to tell you how much you have done for me. I’ve got my mojo back and I am now looking forward to having my own shed at the bottom of my garden where I can watch or listen to your videos whilst I am doing what I love once again. Thank you so much for being such an inspiration to not only me but to others like me, who for some reason or another can’t do the things that used to bring them so much joy, we can all join you on your beautiful lime green sofa, and take their inspiration from you and they like me will rediscover themselves again.

[@janesalisbury3686]

Oh heavens! I was nearly put off . . . so complicated (and expensive), but I'm a tough old bird and will persevere. I only use recycled and pre-loved fabrics so I'm following my forbears and heroines of Gees Bend. I'm excited and a bit scared. XXX

[@wendywilson1736]

I'm sure Kate will put you at ease. 😊

[@Stettafire]

Using pre-loved fabrics is a great way to drop the cost. My mum had very little money when we were growing up and she used preloved fabrics before the days of the internet to make some lovely things. Just get started, make mistakes and you'll be ok. You don't need to pay lots of money in this hobby. I know instagram etc might give that impression, but you don't need a lot of the fancy tools they advertise. A basic ruler, some preloved fabric is really all you need. There are even quilting techniques you can do without a longarm. There is handquilting and you can do straight-lined quilting using a normal machine.

[@margaretportera3553]

Kate and Anna , it’s so wonderful watching you two together. You two work so well together, like friends who know each other’s strengths and just compliment each other! Have fun ladies, I will be watching and quilting along!

[@KatiDebelic]

Thank you so much for your videos. I watched a few of them already, but this series teaching your daughter in law is touching in so many ways. Then the cat comes and your relationship with them are so very sweet. You are taking your time and leave space for Anna to make her own decisions. I don’t want to talk for other viewers, but we can see the love all around, to your daughter in law and back, to your cats, to the fabric, to the quilts. It’s truly a beautiful thing, so thank you from Canada.

[@suzanneschulte4539]

I had a chuckle when Anna said people were telling her to not do a Flying Geese as her first quilt because it was 'too hard'. When my daughter was 9 she picked out a pattern for her very first quilt for her birthday in August. We got the fabric and she worked on it until school started, then we put it away until the next summer. She finished it during summer break when she was 10, and only then did I tell her that most adults were afraid of that pattern. She had chosen Lone Star and she still uses that quilt 20 years later. Anna, you can do any pattern that you like. Just ask my daughter.

[@jillbyron9774]

Kate such a grand teacher.....Anna such a wonderful student..you're so great together...thanks for letting us listen in.😇

[@lindaburton1633]

I have just one comment to make: Anna, I think you have the best mother in law in the world; and Kate, I think you have the sweetest daughter in law in the world. 😊 I wish I could join your family, but I guess sitting on your lime green couch is the next best thing. I’ve been sewing all my life, not actually quilting though, and I’m still learning SO much from you Kate. THANK YOU, THANK YOU! ❤️

[@susanslottke8297]

Hello Anna and Kate... how lucky you are to be sewing together. I've taught quilting in the past and love the enthusiasm of the new quilters such as Anna. Kate you're right about taking it slow and building skills. And everyone has a different style so you have to find the teachers who teach the way you like to learn and ignore the others who don't fit! I tried to avoid the Quilt Police - "Do it this way or else!!" Sorry, there's more than one way to do things, find the one that works for you, right? I love to buy jelly rolls because of the variety you get in each one, even though precuts are generally more expensive per yard than fabric off the bolt. I also collect men's shirts, nice plaids or checks in fabric that doesn't wrinkle a lot, and some day I'll make a big plaid quilt with them. Or maybe I'll be inspired by Kate's curtains?? LOL! Keep up the great work ladies... Thanks for the video!

[@carolynwiley4661]

Anna and Kate! A lot of well recognized blocks were reworked from older pieces during our civil war. Quilts told stories for the slaves escaping and moving north. They were draped on fences to relay secret messages to travelers on the Underground Railroad. Please look up these sites: Hancocks of Paducah Kentucky and Lollys of Shipshewana Indiana. Amazing sources for period fabrics So excited to be able to witness your journey! Carolyn from Michigan USA

[@lw3396]

I always feel so happy for you two that you hang out and do things together, and now Anna will be making her quilt. Can’t wait to see you both cutting and preparing for this. I bet John is pleased, too, to see you both so close. I always enjoy your videos! Love, Lita xxx

[@bonnieschwegerl6536]

Ladies I really appreciate the friendship between the two of you. I have such a wonderful relationship with my daughter-in-law. When she was pregnant she wanted to make a quilt we worked out a pattern just as you and Anna has done. She got her quilt finished a few days before the baby was born, I had time to quilt it so the baby could use. I have taught sewing and quilting in many different ways the joy of teaching a daughter was fantastic. You two are going to have a wonderful relationship doing this. Hugs from California!

[@jthatcher461]

I LOVE the look of your sample book of quilts with all the annotations. If you were to get that reproduced by your printer for sale in your shop, I would definitely buy a copy.

[@erinmcdonald603]

I agree, I love that book for capturing quilting plans!

[@dianescardace3687]

Oh dear Anna, I remember when I was first infected with the quilting bug. I was in my 30's and am now 80 years old. Enjoy the process and the opportunity of having Kate at your elbow and all the internet provides. I started with books and magazines for my research, scissors, pencils, a strip of wood as a ruler, measuring tape and pure determination to make something quilted. My first thing was a potholder, and I still have it hanging in my kitchen, stained, used and in a place of honor on my wall...... Cut with a scissor and stitched and quilted by hand with knots on the back.... I did say I had a determination to make something quilted. After that I READ the first quilt book I had purchased and learned to bury my knots. In my journey over the years, I have taught what I have learned, mistakes included, and I am still learning something new every day. It never gets boring and every day something new turns up to try your hand at. I am so excited for you, and Kate, to be able to work together on your first steps into quilting. My daughter, over the years, had observed my quilting journey and had said that it "wasn't her thing ". Now in her 50's, she is making a quilt for her son out of his old jeans. Have fun, both of you. You're amazing.

[@helenmorgan4003]

Good morning everyone, here in Australia we are seeing flooding rains down the east coast in some areas water is 15meters causing so much damage and at this time 7 deaths. Earlier this year we had record rains in the NW and central areas, but where we live we haven't had any rain since about Nov but today woke up to thunder and some showers. We have been drying fruit so have appreciated the dry weather the rain will be appreciated except by the grape growers who are in the middle of vintage. I have at long last got out my sewing machine, after over 12mths of different health issues, and am playing with some floral sample fabrics and a pebble yardage from my stash to get back into cutting and sewing straight again, doing long cabin and court house blocks all a bit wonky so will call my improv quilt a 'wonky garden' and use it as a cover for my lounge chair. Blessings to everyone on the LGS perhaps some cream puffs with a little chocolate on top to cheer everyone up.😍💞

[@thelasthomelyhouse]

I heard about the floods - stay well and safe xxx (enjoying my cream puff!) xxx

[@barbarablake7111]

Kate, I must tell you that all your videos bring me joy, but your family videos are the most joyous. Thank you and Anna for this series 😊❤️

[@sandiemable]

You are painting with fabric! I am looking forward to seeing Anna's quilt take form. Her fave quilt, from Little Women, has a certain tone to the fabrics. The book was written in the mid-1860s; I think if you bought just a bit of historically accurate fabric, this would give Anna's quilt the same feel or tone. A little will go a long way by putting a piece here and there throughout the entire quilt. I have started sewing historical garments and found this website Maggie May Clothing which sells fabric (historically accurate) by the yard. Anna will find the colors right up her alley. The cost is 10.00 per yard, which isn't bad when you will be spreading the fabric over an entire quilt. The prints seem to read as a solid. Happy shopping, xoxo's Sandie

[@thelasthomelyhouse]

wow - I have just checked out that site - amazing - I wonder if they ship to the UK? thank you for the link xxx

[@paulalibby1072]

Kate, I taught quilting for over 25 yrs. and love your teaching book. Great way to teach the newbies. Anna, go onto Pinterest and search for Amish and Mennonite quilts. The pattern you've decided on, especially with plain fabrics and color palette, lends itself to those quilts so well. Love watching and listening to all your videos so much. Relaxing and like sitting in your home and sharing a cuppa with you. I'm excited to travel down the quilting rabbit hole with you and your journey. Much love from Maine, USA.

[@yvonneklatt9525]

I just Love Anna, She is so very sweet, I wish you much success. Enjoy the journey! It is a lovely craft to learn and do.I enjoyed it very much for many years! Kate you will be the best teacher! I will enjoy watching this journey unfold very much!

[@hazelmarsh1742]

Kate and Anna, will so look forward to seeing the quilting journey 🌈

[@diannajohnston4558]

Ok I REALLY REALLY REALLY would love a live with you to shout and say …..Kate….PLEASE PLEASE publish this demo book you used as a teaching tool!!!!!!!!!!! I will buy it!!!!!!!

[@thelasthomelyhouse]

it is a scrappy mess - just something I used for my own prompts when teaching - I'm not sure anyone would be interested in printing it! xxx

[@annkathy257]

It is such a joy to be listening, watching and, learning along with others here! Exciting! 🙂

[@karlajensen1041]

Dear Kate.....I wish I'd had you as a *real life* friend. I enjoy you're soothing voice...your many talents...and lifestyle. I am glad I found you (or perhaps you found me?). Thanx from Lake Okoboji, Iowa. kj

[@karentoynton8948]

Lovely, knowing you will be spending some time showing us how to make quilts again., When I first started watching you a few years ago, it was quilts that I always enjoyed watching you do, mainly because how you talk to us clearly throughput the time your doing them, this in turn makes it that much easier for someone new .or maybe inexperienced to quilting to be able to follow along. So thank you will look forward to getting started. Like the sound of your colour choices Anna.

[@world1stage1]

This is such a fun idea, thanks Kate and Anna for taking us along!

[@carolynrockafellow417]

Laughing at you talking about the rabbit holes..because you're so right so many rabbit holes in quilting and stitching. Just the fabrics out there is mind blowing. Happy shopping for your fabric Anna..enjoyed the visit. Thanks for sharing.

[@gebeltherebel]

One could spend a fortune on all the accessories for quilting, but the basics are really all you need to make a fantastic quilt

[@pebblecritter]

I have shied away from quilting my whole life - I sew, I knit, I paint, I draw, I design, etc., but I thought no, if I go down the quilting rabbit hole, that will be the end of me. Well, you may have just pulled me into the rabbit hole! I'm so excited to learn from you (I had no one to teach me so you're it Kate!) and I love the design Anna's chosen so count me in! I'm super excited and wish I'd had someone tell me there were all kinds of amazing shortcuts and workarounds when I was younger because I may have spent more time quilting and a little less time knitting! 🤣😂🤣 I'm so excited, can't wait to see Anna's fabrics! xxx

[@thelasthomelyhouse]

oh dear! what have I done - sorry! xxx

[@pebblecritter]

@@thelasthomelyhouse Haha!! Nope, it's perfectly fine! I never had anyone to teach me and you're an amazing teacher so what could be better? The time is right. :) xxx

[@purplelacepatchwork6992]

Really enjoying this series of Making a Quilt,could sit and listen to you all day long Kate and Anna also...you explain everything so well look forward to part 3,going to make a stringquilt myself now you have inspired me.x

[@kathywilson2539]

Loved your video with you and Anna together. You both are so sweet enjoyed being with you. I have been sewing and quilting for many years. Good luck to you Anna happy quilting. your both are such a blessing. Thank you for sharing your life with us. Love Kathy in NC USA

[@barbaracarlson1331]

Awesome project for you….together teacher and student and family!

[@clairenason4869]

Anna is so sweet. Kate, you must be very happy to pass on your knowledge of quilt making to the next generation.

[@barbielu3829]

Missouri Star Quilt Co had two videos this week with half square triangles ... Jenny made an Exploding Heart quilt and Misty made a Modern Vibes wall hanging. Both videos showed different variations of making half square triangles. As always, enjoyed your video, very interesting. Have a peaceful week.

[@thelasthomelyhouse]

that exploding heart quilt was amazing! I love Jenny's teaching style xxx

[@katethompson2818]

It's so lovely to think of you starting a quilt, Anna, and for the two of you to be doing so together. And it's lovely, too, to hear Kate's information about the basics; a review never hurts. Look forward to seeing your fabrics, Anna!

[@roseprincess2155]

What a sweet bonding experience with your daughter-in-law Anna! This tutorial seems easy with you teaching her.

[@kathfinch9453]

This will be fun, Kate, watching you pass on your love of quilting to Anna.

[@Stitching_grandma]

With the book you have, Kate, it becomes such a beautiful historical archive of all the processes you have done making quilts. What a wonderful thing for you to look back on. And an awesome thing to leave for your future generations. Just think of Agnes looking at your book and making a quilt based on what you recorded.

[@lesleyrawlings4209]

What a lovely relationship you have with Anna Kate..looking forward to seeing what you both do.x

[@margaretbedwell3211]

How great that Anna has you to teach her the beginning of quilt making. There was no one in my family that made quilts. You two lovely ladies are such a sweet pair, I am really looking forward to watching this quilt come together for Anna. Y'all have a Blessed day.

[@carmenbailey1560]

Looking forward to watching the whole quilting series, Anna is lucky to have you Kate to help walk her the stages of quilting. Have fun enjoying the process. Thanks for sharing 👍❤️😊

[@joanatchley8979]

Looking forward to this series. I have been quillting for over 30 years but there is always something to learn. But mostly I want to watch you gently stoke Anna's spark for quilting into a glowing flame of creativity that she can enjoy for the rest of her life.

[@jacquelinebonneau5102]

Oh Kate, you and I think so much alike. Anna is going to be a quick learner. The log cabin is my favorite block, easiest to teach and so many diverse designs with the same block. Have fun, from Saskatchewan, Canada.

[@donnakatz7100]

What a great day! Looking forward to the next 😀. Enjoy beautiful ladies. Muahhhh and smooch smooch 😘

[@patriciadorwin4052]

Your Flying Geese method is dead easy. I sat one Saturday, all day, just making Flying Geese. Looking forward to quilting along with both you and Anna. I think many of us would like a copy of the book you went through today. Photographed and printed with all your instructions in your hand writing. Everytime you show the book, I wish I had one to follow along with you. Probably not a possibility but if I don't mention it, the answer is automatically No.

[@mandyg5747]

Great idea. That could be a Sunday Chat for Kate.....or just Google/watch on You Tube to see how the various blocks are made and make your own samples to stick in a large book or on card to go in plastic pockets in a file. A4 not really large enough. I have one from 2000 when i started a college course. Health stopped me from finishing it and my seams are way off!! I did too many steps as well. ..no need for a sample for each Log Cabin round! Its just a reminder. I was also put off back then by the teachers choice of fabric....all dull plain dark coloured upholstery fabric!!!!! Far too thick to get accurate seams as a newbie... and strips cut in diagonals to make squares for bags or huge cushions! When i found out about actual patchwork fabrics and setting seams before pressing; my accuracy improved no end as did my enthusiasm. Another idea you might like for your own samples book....is to use pages from old patchwork books. So many can be found in charity shops or sales at Sewing Groups /Exhibitions and they usually want to recruit new members at these. Members love to teach their skills to enthusiastic learners. Now Covid seems to be under control groups can meet again. Sadly here in England due to many cut backs in Adult Education by local councils. .. patchwork or indeed any craft classes except for Painting in Watercolour! are hard to find locally unless you pay to attend a Learning Break which are more expensive. I'd say old books and You Tube are your best bet. Good luck. Am off to find my file with a view to updating/adding to it using pages from old books. Thank you for inspiring that idea.

[@maureenpool2127]

What strikes me, in addition to your affection for each other, is the focus Kate puts on the creative aspect of quilting. When I started, the emphasis was mostly on technique. I’m learning to embrace my creativity and look forward to seeing the fabric selections!

[@thelasthomelyhouse]

GOOD!!! perfection is vastly overrated! just enjoy the whole process xxx

[@shirleyhunt6084]

Hi Kate & Anna! I always enjoy EVERY video! I become more relaxed when I watch you. The 2 of you together is also relaxing. I've not been well & fell asleep during this one. You are good medicine. Sometimes for a guided imagery thing, I pretend I've come to your house, take a nap with a quilt in the tree house, take Eileen fir a swim. Thank you.

[@laraym2647]

Extra grateful for your video today. A bit of joy after a stressful weekend dealing with a loss. Thank you Kate and Anna for sharing a bit of your journey with us. I love your quilt book! What a wonderful idea.

[@thelasthomelyhouse]

take care. the sun always rises on a new day. sending love xxx Kate

[@tuto108]

Anna could give her fabrics a vintage feel by dipping in strong tea. Loving the series!

[@deborahwhite59]

Loved the comments about looking at clothes differently. She won't miss a strip off the bottom of her skirt. I have asked my brother to cut a 10 inch square out of any discarded cotton Hawaiian shirts! 😁

[@cjacob9875]

Kate & Anna you two are creating great memories and she's learning so much from your love of quilting & creativity!

[@helenoreillylong9497]

I just love this approach to quilting. Teachers often assume that a novice will know these basic things. Thank you both for making sure we understand all the ins and outs. Xxx

[@conniehusband1365]

Delightful! Cant wait to see you next time!

[@ruthiepowers756]

Lucky Anna, to have you as a teacher!

[@gebeltherebel]

It will be fun for Anna to pick out her fabrics! I just finished my flying geese blocks and in the middle of sewing them, I watched Kate's video of using "beginners & enders" to make an entirely new quilt block and am now working on my 9th / 1 1/2 inch squared block--the blocks will have 100 tiny squares in them.

[@SW-cu6bw]

This quilting series is brilliant! Love hearing you both talk about this project and Anna has the best teacher she could ever get. Kate, we all do things are own way in order to get the same end result so do you do not need to claim that you are not an expert. You have more experience than most of us could ever aim for. Looking forward to the next episode.

[@christinamo7]

lol. YES. I am a musician, a quilter and a baker. and you do find ways around the math. :-) I am terrible at math. I recently made log cabin blocks and I thought I needed 16 blocks for the pattern I wanted to do. turns out I needed 36. currently making the remaining 20 blocks. ha

[@thelasthomelyhouse]

ahh - I recognise myself in this comment! ha ha! xxx

[@barbarahudson8879]

You are so lucky Anna to have Kate’s expertise. Can’t wait to see what you come up with…fun!

[@karensinn3294]

Your remark about looking at someone’s clothing and thinking it would be nice in a quilt reminded me of sitting in church one Sunday and leaning up to the friend in front of me and saying your blouse would look pretty in a quilt. The next Sunday she gave me the long sleeves that she had cut off her blouse. I was embarrassed and yet thankful for that fabric. Thanks for all the information you impart to us.

[@cynthias5437]

So happy to have found you through the “internet quilting rabbit hole!” I’m learning right next to you, Anna! Thanks to you both. ❤️

[@Charlie-cz3jh]

As usual ...I love your knowledge, accent, attitude and visual aids, etc. THANKS FOR SHARING YOUR WISDOM and your lives with all of us. You are both Angels❣❣ Never doubt yourselves!! 🥰🥰

[@darlenemitchell4198]

So glad to see my two favorite ladies from Last Homely House ready to quilt. One cannot rush a quilt so take us on your journey and let us all enjoy the ride…thank you both ♥️

[@lynette.]

Exciting watching someone start the quilting journey with such a good guide.

[@grumpy_poo]

One of my first quilts was a 60degree diamond.... discovered a way to do 'Y' seams easily after struggling for quite a while.... Every new technique is a revelation!

[@MargaretS-e8y]

Hello Kate and Anna, I discovered you a couple weeks ago and am now watching Part II of picking fabric ,etc. for Anna’s quilt. So I’m not sure if you will see this since the video is a year old. I wanted to tell you how much I’m enjoying this. I lived in the country for 25 years in the southern part of York Co., Pennsylvania. After my husband passed I could not stay there and moved back up to the suburbs of York, and I miss the country so much. I found this and also your garden channel and it’s just wonderful seeing the birds and the garden and also all you do there at the house. Thank you so much.

[@bethlovering1301]

Hello. Nice to see you today. I made a log cabin quilt with civil war fabrics. It IS GORGEOUS. Good choice Anna. I think you might like that as a fabric choice.

[@kristij8263]

Good morning Kate! I am Kristi from Kentucky (USA). So nice to meet your acquaintance! I stumbled across your channel and I love it! I am some years younger than you but we have SO much in common, I wish that I lived next door to you! You are so fun and I love learning all that you do. I just learned how to quilt. I have knit for a few years and an learning how to make socks now, and the mitred square blanket! You intrigued me so much that I have now started binge watching all your videos from the beginning, from four years ago! Haha! Lots of fun! I loved hearing about and seeing your hens and your beautiful goose! Especially the poor hen Hilda in the poly tunnel. I can't wait to see how she gets better. Thank you for sharing your life, you're an inspiration and a joy! Much love, Kristi 💕

[@meldumas8868]

Good luck Anna. What a wonderful teacher. Have fun...

[@lindacaudill1698]

Kate, this video is absolutely delightful!! Just like old times. I saw your excitement and joy when talking fabric stashes and choices. What an honor it would be to go through Kate’s Stash!! Anna, you’re a lucky girl for sure. I’m coming along with this quilting journey of yours. A trip of a lifetime for sure with you both. Thank you thank you for this opportunity. And a Kate-ism, “she won’t miss this piece off the bottom” when looking at material for quilts. 🤩🤩 🙏 going to stash search now…..Linda in WI USA.

[@sandras4689]

I love ❤️ that you are helping Anna find her style as well as teaching her to quilt. It will help her develop that deep love we all have for the craft 💖

[@kb9847]

So exciting!! I was waiting patiently, lol, for this next installment. haha I find the fabric choosing the hardest. Because of that, I'm inclined to buy jelly rolls because a lot of that is taken care of for me. :)

[@lauraleecreations3217]

I love the sound of shears cutting fabric❤❤❤🧵🪡🧵🪡and I have been looking forward to watching beginners quilt making series❤❤❤

[@jackiemueller205]

I know I'm watching older shows. Loving old & new vids. But I had to comment ...i have been quilting for 50 plus years, never have bought fabric, lol. Also love scrappy quilts. Wish I knew how to send a pic of what I'm making right now. No machine either, no longer have the room for one. Keep making vids !

[@joannechampagne298]

Kate, I would like for you to show us how to make flying geese avoiding the bias

[@thelasthomelyhouse]

I made a whole series about just that! find it here xxx kzbin.info/aero/PLGuqiE43LELRCvhLaWGWYXKaV3tu_EjGo

[@nicolapepper3354]

Enjoy the quilting adventure that awaits you. Embrace the order in chaos. Claim any 'mistakes' as your signature style. Love the learning process and be proud of your work.

[@dobbinsju]

Also look at Kansas Troubles and Kate Morton fabric lines. Fun project, looking forward to watching Anna fall down the rabbit hole with the rest of us!

[@tinatippin5705]

How wonderful to watch Anna's face as she absorbs what you are teaching her (and me too). Had to chuckle when you were talking about looking at clothing fabrics. I have 2 men at church that I have approached and told them I would love to have their shirts when they are tired of them. Haha, they are friends by the way. You are a wonderful teacher, Kate. Looking forward to watching Anna's journey in quilting.

[@gloriatraturyk6625]

I’m so enjoying this series, Kate and Anna! You might do an internet search for Jo Morton fabrics and patterns. She is an American designer who specializes in 19th century reproduction fabrics, exactly the kind you are considering. In fact, there is a long running “Jo’s Little Women quilt club” in many quilt shops here in the states. Kate, your videos on the Flying Geese quilt are wonderful and easy to follow!

[@kathyeverette5818]

Love this Kate teaching Anna to make a quilt series! And also the relationship that you have is so sweet. My MIL taught me to quilt and I still quilt today because of her. Thank you for sharing this with us and looking forward to seeing what you make.

[@lyndamurphy5383]

Would you please make a book on quilting? All of your tips & tricks.

[@TheKjoy85]

I am currently working on my first quilt. It came as a kit with cutting mat, ruler, and rotary cutter included with the fabric and batting. As I've cut the pieces and started assembling, I have found myself using tricks that I've learned from you and from Karen of Just Get It Done Quilts. Your experience is invaluable for those of us who didn't learn quilting from family or friends. I already have 3 more quilts planned and a massive project to implement once my grandpa has passed. I want to make about 40 memory bears out of my grandparents' clothes for my mom, her siblings, my cousins, and their kids. One of the quilts is for my mom and inspired by a crocheted afghan pattern she found ages ago.

[@carolyncampbell6149]

I love Anna’s choice of colours and her pattern (loved that film) so much that I’ve changed my mind about my next quilt! I really love recycling fabrics and yes, you do look at other people’s clothes in a whole new way! Thankyou both for taking us with you. Xx

[@esthervanheerden1626]

Hi Kate, always getting tips from your video's! I started last year as 60 year old granny, making a small cot quilt after seeing video of Melanie K Ham. Haven't stopped there, making pouches with zips and exploring other things. Have a nice day.

[@theresamorgan1033]

I'm just tickled pink, over the moon that you have a NEW quilter!!!!!!!! 😘😘. My first attempt to a quilt was the log cabin block. I made a wall hanging that you turn them ,gives u a wreath!! I use to sell them!

[@lindacampbell320]

Kate, thank you for sharing your quilting knowledge with all of us. I love Anna, she is such a lovely person. I am excited to go on this journey with you. My mother sewed a lot. She made one quilt out of flannel scraps from a shirt factory she worked at.. She placed a World War II Army blanket inside. We took that quilt with us everywhere. As kids we would all sit on it to watch fireworks; eat ice cream cones; or just lay outside in the sun. It was so thick and soft. It didn’t survive. I threw it out many years ago because it got mildew and was in a plastic bag . In hindsight I should of tried to take it apart to wash or had taken it to the dry cleaners. I have one last wool army blanket left. I would love to make a flannel quilt with it just like my mom did. Linda, PA, USA

[@karenr.sternberg1920]

Sorry you lost your Family's quilt so unfortunate, but sooooo well loved! For anyone who doesn't know this: please NEVER STORE QUILTS IN PLASTIC, always use a fabric bag or pillow case. Even then, pls open & air out periodically, maybe re-folding w/ the folds going perpendicular to how they went before. (Am a former textile designer, w/ some curatorial knowledge & experience.)

[@sallytaylor823]

What a lovely thing to do together. Anna you have the best teacher, I’m really looking forward to watching this journey. I love patchwork and quilting and have done lots but I am still learning from you. Thank you. X

[@marticote3442]

Yes Kate, so many rabbit-holes for quilt equipment! So many of the tools can make the process easier, but you nailed the important three- rotary cutter, ruler and mat. Loving watching you both and the process. Even as an experienced quilter of 30 plus years, I find I can always learn something!

[@annphilbeck5174]

I've been longarming 10 years and quilting a long time. Anna you will love quilting and you have a great teacher. Love you both and I can't wait to see what you create!!

[@boonedogglepip5463]

This series really appeals to me even though I am not a beginner. I love watching you teach/guide Anna... and all of your viewers. Quilts are lovely and having them is what led me to making them. One thing that shocked me, back at the beginning, was how expensive it is to make them from purchased yardage or precuts. A quilt is a precious, precious gift and not just based on cost of materials but of time. Money is something we can earn more of but time once spent is something never to be gotten back.

[@patricianewton4922]

Ohh! What wonderful things you'll be doing. So much fun!!! Can't wait!

[@louiseturner986]

I really enjoyed this. Such a fabric junkie and internet makes possibilities endless

[@grumpy_poo]

Just watching Antiques roadshow on TV and there's a beautiful quilt on there 18th Century hand made valued around £1500... There we go .. an heirloom in the making.

[@jnordfors]

It’s lovely to listen in on our conversation. I had a cutting mat that got warped and I solved he problem by warming it in the oven. Thanks for sharing!

[@priscillacummings4780]

I feel your excitement as Anna learns to quilt!!

[@violet2048]

I loved seeing your work sheets for your classes. It would be fun to see more of them once in a while, so long as it doesn't interfere with your current projects.

[@lynnie57]

I'm very excited for this project! I have just retired from my teaching career, and have been setting up a sewing space for quilting. I liked the bedsheets Kate's mum used for the backing of a couple of the red suitcase quilts.

[@deborahcarlson1067]

You made me laugh out loud with your comment about looking at people’s clothes differently, wondering if they would miss a little snippet you might take out. It’s true. 😂

[@nancyhurt7145]

I enjoyed this over coffee today. The process you go through is how I sew garments and enjoy the entire process. Love seeing you and your beautiful granddaughter start this sew.

[@kathyterrell1547]

I can't believe I forgot to add Lynn Hagemeier's line of fabric Kansas Troubles. I call them moody. Dark blues, greens, rusty reds, and Mustard yellows. Love that line as well.

[@patstrawhouse4005]

Hello Kate and Anna! I’m so looking forward to following along with you as you continue on this quilt-making journey. You are fabulous together! Muskoka ON 🇨🇦