Your First Quilt: Part 3 Quilting

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[@alanathomasmitchell5180]

What a blessing she certainly was. Came across her videos when I have never made a quilt. Recently lost my daughter, and Melanie is inspiring. Making a quilt for her husband from her jeans and such. It's almost ready to sew to quilt. She still helps people. Thank you for keeping the videos accessible. I am grateful beyond words.

[@krystinneespinosa9786]

You helped me make my first quilt about 2 years ago. Since then, I have been rewatching your videos every time I make a new quilt. I am so saddened to hear of your passing. Thank you for your dedication to teaching and helping us find the same passion you had for crafting!

[@No.ThatPrettyGirl]

Hello. I just stumbled across Melanie's channel tonight (7/14) and was just CAPTIVATED by her intense passion for quilting - and what an amazing teaching skills. I saw ur comment and one other but I think I'm a little confused. Did MELANIE pass away or did ur comment refer to being sorry for her loss of someone?

[@missymouse3672]

@@No.ThatPrettyGirl Unfortunately Melanie passed away in January earlier this year. I’m glad you are being introduced to her though, she was a wonderful teacher.

[@No.ThatPrettyGirl]

@@missymouse3672 Hi Missy. Thank you for replying to my question. I went back in time thru her YT Playlist and saw her talk about her diagnosis and treatment. Shortly after that I found a video of her memorial services. I just sobbed. I may not have had the chance to interact with Mel on the Earthly plane, in this life, but perhaps I'll get lucky to do so in the next. All my ❤ to her family, especially her two babies. No matter how old they get, they will always be ur babies.

[@deliaaguilar6981]

Hi Euphoricconcepts. Unfortunately I just recently discovered Melanie as well. I love her quilting tutorials and I’m even thinking about picking up crocheting again. Such a wonderful teacher 💜

[@No.ThatPrettyGirl]

@@deliaaguilar6981 Hi Delia. Yes, Melanie was an incredible teacher. She brought SO much pure goodness to this World 🌎 Everytime I re-watch her videos, I'm reminded that there are still "good" people out there. Even though we're subjected to all of the yucky things on the news and everywhere ya turn really. So, I try to adopt Mel's loving outlook on life.🥰 Especially now that I've been diagnosed with an incurable autoimmune disorder that could potentially have a much greater consequence if it's underlying something much more serious. So, here I go again with more appointments with more specialists for more testing. But not matter what, I still wake every GIVEN morning and walk with tremendous grace and gratitude. 🙏

[@scox5286]

My husband and I were both really sad when we heard of your death. It was like losing a friend. A few years ago my husband helped me make my first quilt for our first grandchild. We now have six grandchildren and have made a quilt for each. Every time we got stuck we would say ‘ what does Melanie say?’ And every single time you had the answer, offered in your own gentle , helpful manner. Thank you so much for all your kindly guidance over the years. Our warmest condolences to your nearest and dearest. You are missed . Your inspirational legacy lives on. Heartfelt thanks. Charlotte and Steve.

[@jt8749]

Thanks to Melanie, I am half way through my first quilting project. I see from a comment that Melanie has passed away! She is teaching from the heavens and her legacy lives on.😇. Condolences to her family.💔

[@kathleenkulman7841]

Thank you for keeping Melanie's videos available for us to see. She is so helpful. So sorry she is gone but she lives on here.

[@Kaysteph19]

All I can say is thank you thank you thank you! I have self-t aught myself how to make costumes and wall hangings. My oldest daughter is due with her first baby and there is a beautiful quilt that I would like to make for the baby. I really hope that this will work. I know I will be watching this over and over again. You are a great teacher Melanie. Thank you

[@micki1973]

Not sure why I couldn't comment on the video but I'm able to reply to one? I'm just glad I found this because I'm learning 1) to even use a sewing machine 2) to stitch a quilt top and 3) to quilt it so it looks like I've came to the right place. Thanks so much!

[@TheBarefootGarden]

You seem like a very sweet mother. Congratulations on your grand baby!

[@mohandesaram2598]

Will follow thanks

[@jankearneywheeler7187]

She continues to educate us quilters (first or ongoing). Always great to review her videos for assurance in making quilts. Great education videos ❤️. Thank you for keeping her videos available for us.

[@terrielouisemisell8237]

Omg! I've just discovered these tutorials and I'm following it so easy!. Absolutally fantastic I've just subscribed, I'm now reading the comments ☹ I'm so sorry the lady has passed away .

[@charismalyn]

Whoa, I started watching this quilting tutorial series today. Sad to read that she passed. It looks like her legacy will live on, and her videos are helping people even after she has passed

[@raeannie9520]

Omg what! I just went out and bought all my stuff today because of her! That's so sad!!!

[@sandrawilkins8825]

I had no idea this lady had passed away. My condolences to her family and friends. I am in the middle of making my first quilt ❤️

[@MelanieHam]

Hey Everyone! I hope you enjoy Part 3!

[@cathypratt32]

I'm looking for the last part of the beginners quilt making.. did I miss it?

[@aprilhardie7803]

I want to make a solid print quilt. Would I need to cut my fabric into squares like the first video?

[@vmhuts380venush8]

I enjoyed it. I’m making my 1st quilt following your video. I just have one question. Is there a certain size needle I should use? 14 or 16 or does it matter?

[@barbaramarshall5271]

I'm just beginning to make my first ever quilt. I have dyspraxia in my hands and I have three children with special needs including my son who is in a wheelchair with pegfeeds. I need more time in the day, I only wish I had it.

[@rosebraswell356]

I’m not finding the links to your other videos in this videos description ??

[@pattysherwood7091]

It makes sense to start in the middle! And I love the simple stitch strategy of following the seam on each side. Also the walking foot and fresh needle are so helpful to use.It looks so pretty!

[@ritapirrotta8992]

Absolutely fantastic simple directional for someone who has never quilted!

[@user-qi3eg4iq4q]

I’m 82 years old and Melanie is helping me each time with my quilting

[@lindseynolan258]

In tears after learning she passed away recently, such a loss of a beautiful soul and her videos have been so helpful and her light will continue to influence many. Thank you immensely for keeping these stories and classes here for us. ❤

[@ddoan4177]

Melanie, excited,,,,thank you again,,,I love how you say," it's ok, don't worry"!! OMG so nice and appreciate that you make it so easy..

[@jessr7212]

I love the look of the quilting! So simple, but it looks so nice and clean. Great for beginners. 😍

[@Crmica]

I miss you, Melanie! Im quilting and keeping your videos in the background, you are keeping me company. While I create beautiful quilts for my loved ones, I imagine you wrapped in your cat quilt, just peacefully enjoying from up there. ❤

[@dianebundy9403]

I am thinking about beginning to quilt small lap quilts for hospice patients and you made the project look incredibly easy! I cant wait to get started!

[@shellcshells2902]

RIP and thank you for all your great teachings that I will continue to come back to. You are so missed!

[@No.ThatPrettyGirl]

Hello. I just stumbled across Melanie's channel tonight (7/14) and was just CAPTIVATED by her intense passion for quilting - and what an amazing teaching skills. I saw ur comment and one other but I think I'm a little confused. Did MELANIE pass away or did ur comment refer to being sorry for her loss of someone?

[@MrsFoss]

@@No.ThatPrettyGirl she’s passed away. There are more recent videos on her page talking about it.

[@semco72057]

I have to remember this procedure also in putting together my quilt and adding the padding and backing to it. You have given me plenty of information to remember and I do have to get the walking foot for my machine and use it in quilting and again you have given me so much information to remember and I have added you as my friend so I can get more assistance from you when needed.

[@mimipt1]

Melanie you are the BEST ! You explain things so well, I did this quilt and now a table runner and I am rewatching these videos! Thank you

[@ddcrowley]

I'm currently in the middle of this step (love this entire tutorial series by the way!). If anyone is questioning whether to splurge on a walking foot... do it! Mine was $70 after tax (booo!) but I plan to continue to quilt indefinitely. This foot just guides the three thick layers through like it's nothing at all. So easy!

[@amyf1383]

I'm on this step! I'm so excited. This has worked out well so far. I accidently cut it first though. Oh well!

[@barbaraz4302]

Lol I was so tempted to cut

[@diezrosales]

This is my next stage and hope to start this afternoon. I'm finding your videos easy to follow and very helpful, as I've never done this before and was very keen to learn. Thank you so much. Big thumbs up!

[@willowmoonlabradors]

Melanie, you are such a blessing to so many. I was so sad to hear of your passing. I watched this series a couple years ago and made a few quilt tops. I came back to finish the rest of the pieces a few months later. You had given a health update i wasnt aware of. Kept watching the series. Then we lost you. 😢 but im back because i need to finish! Im still watching your videos as are so many others. Im so thankful for your videos and your loved ones have kept your videos out there! Fly high Melanie!

[@lindaway1928]

Thanks Melanie! That was so helpful for me. I'm inspired now to make a quilt for my great-grandson. I'm so used to seeing your crochet videos that this caught me off guard. 😉 I love the simplicity of a basic patchwork quilt. I think the pioneer ladies made a lot of these, painstakingly by hand, just for the practicality of needing a warm cover. This is nothing against all the beautiful quilted patterns that people use and make into masterful works of art, but I'm a simple kind of gal and need something I can make while my g-g-son is still in the crib! Lol Anyway, thanks again for your always cheerful and easy to follow instruction for yet another beautiful, easy piece that even I can make! 😉

[@worldcupwonder66]

I can’t believe I’ve only found this now when I’ve already quilted (badly!) my first quilt!! I sewed them together first, then did some quilting. The bottom is minky fabric so it got quite wrinkled! Thanks so much for the great tutorials! My niece already has me booked for one for herself, so I’ll be sure to follow you for that! ❤️❤️

[@Sophie_kent]

Did you use the walking foot

[@worldcupwonder66]

No, I didn’t, but I’ve done quite a few of them now, including a weighted puffy blanket, and they seem to be turning out great!

[@loriderosa9025]

I'm so sad Melanie has passed on, I enjoyed her videos and it has giving me confidence to try quilting. Rest in peace!

[@buynsell365]

GREAT JOB !!! I am learning so much. You are a great teacher.

[@jennykay1165]

I have enjoyed your videos so much. I am making two at once (yikes), one for each of my grand kiddos. It's going okay so far ... I am excited to get going on the this next step of sewing the pieces together. Thank you for making this an easy process to follow.

[@tiffanyoneail1301]

Quilting has been upon my heart the past few months . My Gramma quilted . I'm so excited to learn this trade that seems to be not so common these days. Thank you. This was definitely informative. ❤️❤️

[@lil-windix9569]

I'm on this step and am super proud first time ever using a sewing machine and have done this to patchwork all my baby girls baby grows did make my own charms out of her old baby grows

[@GailWilliams-pn7to]

Explained so clearly. Can't wait to get started on my first quilt. It's for my granddaughter's first birthday for a doll's cot.

[@martafeliciano1753]

Thank you so much for this tutorial. Sewing has been my life's passion. I do very little sewing and I think it's that I'm not confident enough. I also always wantes to try to quilt cause it's also a passion of mine. You made it look so easy. I will put my fear to one side and try this quilting project. Thanks to your tutorial I've got all confidence I need to make this quilt. Thanks again.

[@DianaBartch]

Thank you, thank you, thank you!! I was trying to figure out how I was going to actually do the quilting part of making a quilt. This makes it look so easy. Now I think I can actually do the project I have planned! Yay!

[@1090shaz]

I have made my 2nd quilt watching your video! Thank you and god bless you! Xx

[@leelakunjan2278]

i just started quilting and am following your beginners video. So excited as am on the same page as in video 3.

[@reneeduncan6644]

Thank you for doing this. I am making my first quilt and started sewing the top. UGH. Never ripped out so much in my life. You helped so much.

[@thedarkestsunn]

I’m 19 I’m soo excited to pass something down for generations:)

[@gwenmadeline54]

Finally. You are talking to me as I have no idea what I am doing. THANK YOU

[@priscillasswanberg2183]

Wow. I have always wondered how to do quilting. You explanations are perfect.

[@reginamoyer5561]

Thank you for your tutorials, I have just finished part 3 on my first quilt. I'm really enjoying quilting. You keep it simple, thanks again.

[@taylor875]

Hi! I’ve been following this quilting tutorial and I want to say thank you! I just got a sewing machine and did this project first. Honestly, it didn’t come out that great. I love it though! I made it for my daughter and she loves it too. I see this being a lifelong hobby and I wouldn’t have done it without these videos!

[@lifeisgoodinthesouth210]

Perfect video series for the beginning quilters!

[@mariefloreal4593]

ThanK you so much I learned my first quilt from you I will nerver forget that.

[@melissapoole8580]

I am so sad I just found this, but I am so going to do this. RIP sweet girl. You were so sweet, Godly and talented.

[@donnagoldman5304]

Newbie here! Can't wait to start!

[@captaincurlyfry3988]

Brilliant Love these tutorials Helping me SO much with my quilt for my art show Can't thank you enough

[@deewinston5651]

Thank you Melanie. I am a fist time quilter wanting to make some quilts for my daughters and grandchildren. Your videos are so easy to understand even for my sentry year old brain. So easy to understand. God bless you.❤️🌹

[@wiwxchasers9195]

I sew mostly apparel and have always been interested in quilting. Interesting enough, in apparel, a walking foot is used for sewing knit fabric (those with stretch) so the layers don't stretch while sewing creating bubbling along the seams.

[@tinalewis5293]

I love your videos! You have made quilting look so much easier than what I thought. I can’t wait to start my new quilting project!

[@katesterling8915]

TY this is so helpful. I've just seen my first 2 toppers, one for each if my grandchildren. Now I'll be off to purchase the batting and backing fabric. I will do the technique you demonstrated. TY again. Excellent tutorial ☆☆☆☆☆

[@RomeoRattica]

Thank you so much! I bought 2 beginner quilting books and was so frustrated that I was ready to quit before I even started! You videos are great and so easy to follow! I'm on part 3, so far so good 🙂🙂

[@d.thomas1637]

Thank you for sharing your videos. I wanted to watch them all before I got started. I also ordered a bunch of stuff from your Amazon store. Can't wait to make my first regular quilt. 😊

[@bethdelmonte-catanese6925]

OBSESSED w this series!!!

[@keckfam8222]

Hi I'm going to be starting my first quilt soon. I started laying it out but I had to put it up due to some bad news, but I did take a picture of it before I put it away. I'm hoping to get started back on it in a few days. Thanks for your videos. They are really helpful. I hope to get one due b 4 Xmas. I got tons of material and backing. Thanks again. Ten thumbs up. Ann from Cincinnati

[@sarahA289]

Such a good teacher! Feel blessed to have this video❤

[@carleenml3897]

what a great little series for a beginner. thank you!

[@geniacarter]

I’m loving this

[@dianafreeman419]

My nephew is having a baby so I naturally picked now to learn how to quilt lol. Your videos have been so incredibly helpful and has made it easy to learn. I am now waiting for my walking foot to come in so I can finish. Thank you for making these awesome videos.

[@leticiamurguey327]

You’re the best!! Thank you for shearing every tip and all your acknowledgment!! It was very helpful

[@patriciasmith913]

I loved it. truly simple.

[@sharonmacik2588]

I am a beginner, beginner, this is great, thank you so much, for a very easy tutorial to follow! :)

[@nicolebiaggini5907]

Aww! Sorry to hear this news, this is my first time on her video as I was searching for Quilting tutorials. She is the best teacher RIP LOVELY LADY🙏❤️

[@cherylgillmer572]

Thank you for giving me the easy version to start quilting. Not so scary now!

[@kiarifuller51]

Thank you for the videos! R.I.H

[@sweetjojo9323]

You make it seem so easy, hopefully when I start I can do the same... You are awesome thank you.

[@alisonreddy910]

Im so excited just about to start mine, have not used a sewing machine for 30 years! Have a new one and can't wait to start my first quilt!

[@patricksnyder6448]

Your videos are great for beginners, I enjoyed making my quilt with you. Your a great teacher.

[@michelehewitt2388]

Can't wait to finish! Thank you so much for teaching💕

[@dianesopko4548]

I have never finished a quilt. My top is ready to go and your video made it lest daunting. Thank you so much!

[@sylvieharris5238]

Really easy to follow, thank you so much for this series!!

[@millennialsruinquilting1240]

We love seeing people making their first quilt! Once you make one there's no going back!

[@DNBon.an808]

your name is so good, i subscribed instantly

[@catherinedymond9534]

These videos have been super helpful! I can’t wait to quilt my quilt!! LOL!!

[@CarolVlassoff]

Excellent video and really clear - thanks Melanie!

[@rachaelbean1439]

Thank you for posting this I had no idea where to start before but I do now.

[@nicolebiaggini5907]

Hi I am learnind different crafts& you are the best as you teach us as beginner who needs to slw down& explain everthing right. I thought Quilting was hard until I watched your video. Keep on the goid work❤️

[@jdanielwilder]

I just read that Melanie has passed and I am so sorry to hear that. She is a great teacher. I'm wondering if someone may be able to answer this quick question... When quilting, do you not sew the outside edges in full? I see that she went from top to bottom, left to right, but didn't complete the edging in full... I hope my question makes some bit of sense.

[@kimburge-dowling5175]

I love your videos!!

[@sharonspriester6546]

Hi Melanie! I'm making my first quilt using these tutorials~it has been EXTREMELY helpful! I'm so glad you included nesting and love how my quilt top turned out. I'm wondering if there's q reason why you're using the left side of your presser foot as a guide when doing your quilting instead of the usual right side. Thanks!

[@rebeccapratt3089]

I still stitch by hand my uncle made my grandma a loom I use it always,beautiful quilt

[@joyceadempsey]

Made plenty of mistakes but have learned and finished more than I imagined. The large pins I used left holes in the fabric that I hope isn't too noticeable, I now need a rotary cutter. Thank you Melanie.

[@Lexiandluke]

I wondered if holes would remain. I wonder if just regular sewing pins can be used??

[@Ladfc889]

Melanie Ham.. Thank you for your quilting video. I recently purchased a new sewing machine, so that I can start quilting. This has helped me alot

[@abigailadams9654]

I like that idea even for a later quilt, not stitch in the ditch! I think it looked cuter, depending on what you’re making of course though😀😂

[@christinecollins9323]

That's so pretty!! Can't wait to try this :-D

[@denzilirenepalmer2254]

Great tutorial. Not confusing, easy to understand.

[@chickeemama1]

Great videos...the walking foot totally confused me when I first heard of it. I inherited my moms Pfaff and found out you don’t use a walking foot for this machine with the IDT system because of the dual feed system. Not that you probably needed to know that but a beginner using a pfaff might..

[@blotchilim1980]

Yess, i think stitch in the ditch is truly a challenge!

[@TheFantazingo]

So, if you want to use your backing as the "edge" for your quilt, you will want to cut the top and middle layers before you sew them to the backing (and keep the backing folded away after you've needled them together so you don't accidentally cut into it. Just a heads up from another newbie quilter.

[@ShadowSinger31]

This was a very helpful video, I have just started quilting and I love it.

[@karimcclure1728]

Question on this step... my corners don’t all line up, and I think it’s because some of my squares were a tiny bit bigger than others, or my seam allowances were not consistent. So as I was adding all of the rows together, some corners line perfectly, but others are up to maybe 1/4 off. How would I do these basting rows, since at some point, I’ll be either on top of my original seam, or way off to the side. I hope that makes sense.

[@patriciablachette7334]

I’m making my first quilt for my first grandchild and love your videos. I need to put a photo in the center of the quilt and just need to confirm that I use the same process. The photo will be 8.5 x 11

[@gabbysgoods827]

That quilt is really cute!! You make it look so easy

[@lisastreasures]

So very helpful. Thank you Mel. Miss u. 💛

[@crownrizla3168]

Thank you for sharing it. Good luck and best wishes.

[@loarythome579]

I did the same...cut it all before quilting. Now I am off kilter a bit...hope it all works out. This is fun!

[@caitlinrochford5875]

Thank you so much for the help I am leaving primary school and I wanted to make her a quilt and this helps so much

[@miyanbazaztextiles1825]

This is a great tutorial... Thank you so much for your instructions.

[@stellawolfe8551]

So excited to start quilting. You make it loo so easy

[@mariehill2762]

Thank you so much! Have wanted to start quilting but been too intimidating; your video makes it possible!

[@kathytremblay2404]

Like I said in another video. Learning so much for you to make my quilting easier. Thanks so much!