My Favorite Quilting Tools That Experienced Quilters Don't Know About

[@DonnaHeerensperger]

You are a star! I have been quilting for 25 years and usually do not find lists of quilting tools helpful as I have a great collection of my own… but you identified products I didn’t have and weren’t aware of! I have been ordering and then using the recommended tools with great success and enjoyment. Congratulations on a great video. ❤️

[@mak675]

I just found your video today. Very useful and informative. Not alot of extraneous babbling about ??? You get right to the point. Thanks alot for the info.

[@quiltsaremypassion1270]

Thank you!

[@rogerpeggywheat1630]

You got right to the information. Thank you so much for sharing.

[@quiltsaremypassion1270]

You are so welcome

[@trishnall2152]

Thank you for sharing your tips. I watch a lot of KZbin videos, and I had never heard of half of these. I’ve already started a new shopping list.

[@elaineproffitt1032]

Thanks!

[@yvonnesaucier2111]

I like the way you explain how to use each tool. Love the video and your calm voice.

[@quiltsaremypassion1270]

Thanks so much!

[@helenkrompak6594]

Great video, thanks 😊

[@lizm4557]

Did not care for the music in the video but agreed with all of your tips! I have (and love) all of these items!

[@DS-ky9dl]

Great tips, handy for all sewers. Thanks for posting.

[@quiltsaremypassion1270]

You are so welcome!

[@Hiker_who_Sews]

Great suggestions, and a super well made video.

[@marideancarrington7134]

Where do I get it.

[@quiltsaremypassion1270]

I have put the links for the items demonstrated in the description. Thank you for asking about them.

[@SharonCarbine]

Excellent tips. Thank you!

[@quiltsaremypassion1270]

Glad it was helpful!

[@carlaboerman9902]

I use the fabric folding pen for turning up an edge for a hem or a 1/4" when you need to topstich.

[@quiltsaremypassion1270]

What a great idea! I don't sew clothing but this is definitely a great tool for sewing anything!

[@gamk8348]

This video blew my mind! I never even knew those things existed! A wool mat for your ironing board? A pen that irons? Crazy. Thank you so much for doing this video!

[@quiltsaremypassion1270]

I realize that most quilters don't know about these tools. I am so glad you enjoyed the video!

[@brenshev6957]

Thank you for all the wonderful information!

[@gingertea5006]

Very useful tips - thanks so much

[@quiltsaremypassion1270]

Glad it was helpful!

[@cazkiwinz4300]

Cheaper DIYs…..You can make your own clapper by buying a small wooden chopping board and screwing a drawer handle on it 🤗 And I got my hubby to cut and sand me a strip stick from a half round stick bought from the homewares shop for a few dollars 🤗 And you can do the same thing as the binding presser with a couple of safety pins on your ironing board 🤗 I hadn’t seen that fabric relaxing pen iron tool tho, that’s interesting 🤗🤗 and rulers are one of my fetishes… hehe… I’m a sucker for buying ALLLLL the rulers even if half of them do the same thing!

[@kathleenmccarthy1692]

❤loved this! Thank you!!!

[@annablock8037]

Absolutely loved these tips!

[@quiltsaremypassion1270]

Awesome! Thank you!

[@Phollenbeck1950]

These are great ideas. So glad I watched this video

[@quiltsaremypassion1270]

Glad it was helpful!

[@GiGi-si9mo]

Thank you very much for this video. I use some of these products already. Thank you for your demonstrations, like the diagonal seam tape. This was very helpful as it wasn't working for me before.

[@quiltsaremypassion1270]

Glad it was helpful!

[@kathykieser2805]

Great video! Thank you so much for sharing! I learned so much!

[@quiltsaremypassion1270]

Glad it was helpful!

[@glynisreynolds446]

Great information 😃 Thank you for sharing 👏👏🇬🇧

[@quiltsaremypassion1270]

Glad you enjoyed it

[@janiewilliams5803]

Well-done video! Thank you for sharing.

[@quiltsaremypassion1270]

Thanks for watching!

[@janestephenson8767]

I love your binding tool. It works out great if you don’t have a big space or a long space for making your binding

[@sarajean671]

Wow, this is a fabulous list! There were a few that I had never heard of. They’re going on my wish list. Thanks for so many great suggestions!

[@quiltsaremypassion1270]

You are so welcome!

[@JEMaude]

Great video. Really enjoyed it.

[@tampabaylisa6151]

Awesome video, thank you! I am a "gadget girl," and you've introduced me to a few new things I need!!

[@quiltsaremypassion1270]

I am so glad you found some new Gadgets :)

[@pamelabird1570]

Wow I learned so much. Thank you. Looking forward to watching more of your videos

[@quiltsaremypassion1270]

I am so glad you learned something new! Thanks for watching!

[@maybee...]

Thanks for the tips!!!

[@quiltsaremypassion1270]

You are most welcome!

[@deborahsnyder9199]

I really enjoyed your presentation and learned a lot, thank you. I’m subscribed!

[@SpeakTruthBeKind]

1) 2:00 Diagonal Seam tape 2) 4:51 Clapper 3) 6:31 Block Lock Ruler 4) 8:40 Strip Stick 5) 9:40 Wool Mat 6) 10:10 Binding Ease Tool 7) 12:10 Fabric Folding Pen. Links are in the “more” description at the top for those looking.

[@carolmcintosh6051]

Wow! I must get the Binding Ease Tool!!! Thanks Karen.

[@Mickey-jn8hz]

Love your gadgets and your video, thank you!

[@Kranhu]

Excellent video!

[@quiltsaremypassion1270]

Thank you very much!

[@janellvincent8046]

Great tools. Thanks for sharing.

[@quiltsaremypassion1270]

Thanks for watching!

[@mariannemay4760]

Nice to meet you and your clever tools. The binding tool is on my Xmas list!

[@quiltsaremypassion1270]

Awesome! Thank you!

[@Mickey-jn8hz]

I used steam on fabric that was fused to my Pelon batting and it made my fabric come undone and it made pleats in it…never again. Maybe just for ironing out seams but I seem to have no problem with my squares laying flat.

[@ellaougrik3785]

Love the binding pressing tool. I think i saw it at my local quilt show. I walked away thinking to go back but I forgot. I'll have to pick one up now

[@robbieknapik6745]

I use and like the spray starch. I use a mister spray bottle which eliminates the odd odor I notice with aerosol sprays.

[@quiltsaremypassion1270]

That is great. This spray has no odor in either the spray or the aerosol.

[@indianajulie]

Love this!! So helpful!!

[@quiltsaremypassion1270]

Glad you liked it!!

[@estherthurman2628]

Just found you I order that binding tool A lot information tips thank you

[@quiltsaremypassion1270]

Hope you like it!

[@sarahleigh1502]

Thank you! Great info...

[@quiltsaremypassion1270]

You're welcome!

[@kathieheath8716]

I love the HST Blocloc rulers but they are really expensive. I purchased a large one and use it for all sizes of HST’s. It works great and saved me a lot of money.

[@quiltsaremypassion1270]

I know they are expensive! But they are such a great tool! You are wise in doing what you did to help you save money. You don't need all sizes! Thanks for the reminder.

[@lidabard2121]

Sorry I asked where to purchase the pressing stick. I see Fat Quarter Shop has it. Thanks for your tips.

[@quiltsaremypassion1270]

No Worries, Glad you found where to purchase it.

[@heathergoodwin3827]

I love this video it was so educational❤

[@quiltsaremypassion1270]

Thank you! :)

[@TheJAG1357]

Thank you for sharing your time and expertise. This was a great video. I had no idea a few of these items existed. Appreciate your sharing ❤️

[@quiltsaremypassion1270]

Thank you for watching it! I am so glad you enjoyed it!

[@jennycross662]

What a great video! I’ve never seen some of these items & I usually go online everyday looking for what’s out there. I had a good laugh when you were talking about the Block Loc. I don’t think I could say it as many times. The Strip Stick had me laughing again! You speak very clear and I found the video very informative - I’ll look out for other from you. Jenny Cross (UK)

[@quiltsaremypassion1270]

There were definitely some tongue twisters in there! Thank you for watching. There will be more coming!

[@sandrapolizzi629]

So many great tools but…Washing Tape and Binding Ease Tool must be the first purchases…thank you for sharing…love the clapper tool… it’ll be the 2nd purchase🌝

[@quiltsaremypassion1270]

Thanks for watching!

[@lorrainemcdonald7332]

To make HST could you sew in the middle and cut on the center line?

[@gessica1961]

Do you have a recommendation for a inexpensive decent iron? And omg that binding tool!!! I must have that. Binding is such a drag. Question tho. How does it slide over the sewed together pieces?

[@quiltsaremypassion1270]

Irons are so difficult to find one that you like. I have had several over the years from not so expensive to really expensive. You might try a Black and Decker iron. I wish they still made good Sunbeam irons, but they don't. Good luck! The Binding Eaze tool is made of silicone which is why the fabric slips through and the iron can rest on it. I hope that helps.

[@ph5284]

Hank you great video

[@quiltsaremypassion1270]

Glad you enjoyed it

[@youchungtorok8928]

If the Faultless spray shrinks the fabric when ironing, does it unshrink when washed?

[@quiltsaremypassion1270]

Unfortunately, no matter how your 100% cotton fabric is pre-shunk, it stays shrunk. Most quilters use cotton which is very prone to shrinkage. There are some quilters who pre-wash or pre-shrink all fabrics before using them in their quilts. I don't recommend pre-shrinking the precuts like layer cakes, jelly rolls etc. Due to the nature of cotton fabric, even if you use just water to pre-shrink your fabrics, your fabric will not unshrink. If you are worried about that do a lighter spray and your fabric will not shrink until you wash it. I hope this helps to clarify your question.

[@lidabard2121]

I have and use all these products except the strip stick. Who makes it or where can I buy it? Fabric folding pen is my precision quilting tool. After I apply it I open the seam and press. It eliminates turn of fabric bulk in blocks with many seam intersections!

[@quiltsaremypassion1270]

The Fabric Folding pen is such an awesome tool! You can purchase the Strip Stick through the link I provided at Fat Quarter Shop or do a general Google search for Strip Stick and you will be taken to the manufacturers website to purchase it there. That is where I purchased mine.

[@jacquiesharrer9954]

The ironing stick can be bought lumber store. Think it is called half rounded molding. Cover with muslin & silver iron cloth.

[@zorina831]

I like my fabric to feel like fabric in my hands tho. Isn’t aerosol bad for the ozone?

[@melissawofford6164]

Great video!

[@quiltsaremypassion1270]

Thanks!

[@janepeiffer672]

I could not find the binding ease tool on line to order. any ideas?

[@baseballquilter8984]

I will try the Magic but, in a spray bottle. Aerosol is not good for the environment. Careful with the wool mats. I've seen others use them and depending on what type of face plate you have; the wool could damage your iron. Great video - thank you!

[@quiltsaremypassion1270]

Thanks for the tips!

[@katheyconroy5721]

There’s no link for the folding pen. Here can I find one?

[@lucindaschafer]

Where can I find these products?

[@quiltsaremypassion1270]

I have put the links in the description so you can now go and purchase the products. Thank you for watching.

[@sandioney4761]

I've always used liquid sta-flo starch, diluted as desired. MUCH cheaper & can spray or dip fabric., as desired. Keeps fabric from stretching so badly

[@quiltsaremypassion1270]

That's great advice!

[@kambyr]

How do you get a wool mat that doesn’t smell like burnt hair any time you use steam on it. Mine stinks so bad I can’t bare to use it. Also buy a binding machine for $100, they are so cool. I’ve never been as successful using that mat with my iron though.

[@quiltsaremypassion1270]

The wool mat I have on my ironing board doesn't smell. But, the small one did for a long time, like a wet dog. It's just something to expect with a wool mat since it's wool. I will look into a binding machine, that sounds like a good tool!

[@anniecorall7914]

Where can I find the beautiful inlaid clapper?

[@quiltsaremypassion1270]

They are available with a Google search, but here is the link quiltclapper.com/

[@makeupyourmindinator]

Could someone please tell me what tool #4 is, I missed it.

[@SpeakTruthBeKind]

1) 2:00 Diagonal Seam tape 2) 4:51 Clapper 3) 6:31 Block Lock Ruler 4) 8:40 Strip Stick 5) 9:40 Wool Mat 6) 10:10 Binding Ease Tool 7) 12:10 Fabric Folding Pen. Links are in the “more” description at the top.

[@maggiewatte7911]

Can you provide links to where these tools are available?

[@quiltsaremypassion1270]

Thank you Maggie for asking. I have put the links in. Hopefully, your local quilt shop will also start carrying some of these items if they don't already.

[@MsDjvinson]

I could not find the binding ease?

[@quiltsaremypassion1270]

Did you click on the links below the video? There is a link to the peacock color and a separate link to the pink Binding Eaze tools.

[@pjinlaca5489]

Do you find that the Block Lock is more accurate than the Clearly Perfect Slotted Trimmer? This product only makes you cut once to trim and has notches to cut off the dog ears…all in one step.

[@momistaken]

The environment says: “I vote for the liquid spray bottle!”

[@debcavan]

I always thought it was such a time involvement to use starch. But what a difference it makes in accuracy. It is worth any time spent.

[@gamk8348]

Where is your store?

[@quiltsaremypassion1270]

I don't have a store. I work in a quilt shop in St. George Utah called Quilted Works. I am just a lover of quilting and love sharing my favorite quilty things.

[@Misfit-Island-Queen1]

Like listening to a Dr Suess story

[@auntdodo1sews]

These wooden tools are actually all used in tailoring

[@GrampiesCorner]

That spray is way iverpriced compared to others out there with the same results. Every experienced quilter knows about and uses a spray starch.

[@quiltsaremypassion1270]

That is always a possibility, but I have tried a lot of other sprays and this one just seemed to be enough different that I felt it was worth the price!

[@cjstory8418]

Are you kidding? That spray is about $10 a can and you soak the fabric. Who can afford that when you can use about 6 cans a quilt.

[@quiltsaremypassion1270]

I have never used 6 cans of spray for a quilt. It actually goes quite far.

[@momistaken]

The environment says: “I vote for the liquid spray bottle!”