My New Favorite Quilt as You Go Method! No Sashing! No Handsewing! Super Easy!

-Timestamps-
00:00 My new favorite quilt-as-you-go method
02:35 Batting & Backing for the first ‘block’
03:55 Quilting & Trimming First Block
04:37 The Joining Method
13:28 Close up of thickness of the join
14:08 Adding new sections
19:59 Tip for the backing
22:36 Finished Quilt
24:15 How to over complicate this method!
26:45 Final Thoughts
This is my new favorite Quilt-as-you-go joining method!
Part 2 to this video is now out also and explains a bit better how to adapt this method for blocks and rows - • My new favorite Quilt-...
It is based on quilt as you go on a serger methods except that I don’t own a serger. So I thought I’d see if I could do the same on a domestic sewing machine. And it totally worked!
There is no hand sewing, no joining strips, no sashing and no false backs! It’s so simple and I was so excited when I found it. I’ve linked to the quilt as you go on a serger videos that I watched down below if you want to check out my source material!
I have now made two quilts with this method and this video shows you the simpler one.
If you want written instructions, as well as variations based on the comments folk, have left on this video you can find that blog post here: scrapfabriclove.com/the-easie...
I think this method is super adaptable and could be used for lots of different types of quilts even though the serger QAYG videos I watched were all strip quilts.
My orphan block quilt had loads of crazy blocks and sections and I was able to use this same method for that too.
I’d love to hear if you’ve tried this method either on your sewing machine or your serger - how did it work out for you? What type of quilt was it? Any tips?
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[@ScrapFabricLove]

Have you used this method before? What did you like or not like about it? I'd love to know!

[@srd7175]

I’m so happy to see this pop up in my feed! It occurs to me this is very similar to adding QAYG borders stitch and flip but you add the backing first so you’re basically doing all three layers at once which is even better! I followed your queen size QAYG to make my first QAYG and this is so much simpler to put together three or four big panels. I really did not like blindly stitching on the back to close the seam this is much better! Thank you from Chicago Illinois!

[@ScrapFabricLove]

Yes I like this method better too! Wish I’d found it sooner! I’ve not seen the one about the borders but I would always go for the method with the least steps 😂!

[@krystleroy3068]

I’m loving it so far I just wish I had a table for my serger because it pulls lol but yes my first time using it for this I want to try the. Serger stitches next time love it 😍 love how it stretches with the fabric I got one row done

[@ScrapFabricLove]

Fab! But yes I can see why you would need a table for it.

[@SnapDragon764]

I was kind of thinking like this but wasn’t too sure about actually doing it…thanks for the demo. Gives me confidence that I’m heading in a good direction.

[@CordulaPrice]

Thank you for sharing I’m 73 years young I love too sew, but never Made any Quilts Now I will be a great grandmother in October and December 2023 and I love too make 2 Baby quilts that looks easy thank you 👍🏻👍🏻🤗

[@ScrapFabricLove]

Congratulations on your grandchildren to be! I’m sure you can make a lovely baby quilt for them. Have fun!

[@TheQuiltingLunchLady]

My first large quilt (for a queen size bed) I quilted four large columns leaving the edges unquilted so I could join them together. It was the only way my old sewing machine could handle the bulk. In the end it turned out to be rather fabulous and it was also an original design. I too am still a confidant beginning quilter and KZbin is my buddy!!! Channels like yours have helped me to just jump in and do it. Thanks for the tips and tricks!!

[@ScrapFabricLove]

Jumping in and doing is the best way! My first and only queen size so far I did the same way - in 4 big columns. But I’d not heard of this technique at that point so I joined the columns with the batting and backing folded back and then folded then backing over and machine stitched it to close. I have a video about it but I feel like if I was doing it again I would use this method instead!

[@mamabear52]

As someone who actually relied on quilts for warmth as a youth, I am more than okay with more bulk, if I wanted factory precision there are other choices. I absolutely love this method. for many reasons, primarily there are not 12 tedious steps per block, the pinning is the worst. So even if I am off a bit with the method initially, I will get better, you are the quilt as you go goddess

[@ScrapFabricLove]

😂 don’t think I can claim that title but you are right about there being no need to strive for perfection. And I am totally with you about wanting to avoid all those other fiddly methods! I can’t cope with that kind of thing!

[@mamabear52]

@@ScrapFabricLove Well, I am not taking it back😇😇😇, you really made my journey short as I was searching for a method that was not going to irritate me or involve scraping good fabric in the process. I might be wrong but quilt-as-you-go, is about quilting ease, and efficiency, most other methods seem to be the exact opposite

[@ScrapFabricLove]

Glad it saved you some searching! And 100% surely the point of it all is to make it simple!

[@NolaTheAlamoChiliQueen]

I agree, you ARE the qayg GODDESS! ❤

[@ScrapFabricLove]

You are too sweet!

[@carolannebeausoleil7265]

It's B E A U T I F U L !!!!!! Give yourself a break..... Whomever is going to get the blankie as a gift, is going to love it. It's Spectacular!

[@ScrapFabricLove]

Thanks so much!

[@marthamyers1539]

Thanks for the technic. Learn to give yourself a break. You are teaching us, you are the specialist, not us. We are watching you to learn something we do not know. Own it. Thank YOU !

[@ShadowMoonFarms]

This is genius. I can see why you got excited. I want to try it right away. Thanks

[@ScrapFabricLove]

I know right?! Why did no one tell me about this before?

[@tonipinkham4642]

I love the look you’ve created with no sashing on front or the back. Thank you ❤

[@ScrapFabricLove]

Thanks!

[@trishblakely3476]

This method is so logical to me. I also make bags, and this “sandwich” is how we construct a bag with an interfacing and a lining. But I would never have thought to use it for QAYG. Ingenious, thank you!

[@ScrapFabricLove]

Glad you liked it!

[@Peach231231]

Brilliant method! It’s the only qayg method I’ve seen that I would actually try. Thanks!

[@ScrapFabricLove]

Yes I find it much easier myself than the more fiddly methods. Hope it works for you!

[@marysingleton6708]

I was taught this method over ten years ago and did it in rows. Makes it so much easier to quilt a large quilt and less expense than having it long arm quilted.

[@ScrapFabricLove]

Fab! I wish I had found this method sooner!

[@ellengennaro6981]

I love this ! I want to add a border to a quilt I have already quilted, and I think this is going to be the perfect method. Thank you for sharing.

[@ScrapFabricLove]

Fab! Good luck with your quilt!

[@minkademko2335]

You know what? I have a WIP that this method would work perfectly to finish a border. Thanks for mentioning it! ❤️

[@ScrapFabricLove]

Glad you can use it!

[@patriciapfahl2189]

Love this method! I haven't seen this before; what I love is the simplicity. I'll be using a zig zag stitch. Can't wait to try it!

[@ScrapFabricLove]

Glad you liked it. There is a part two to this video also where I used a straight stitch - you might like that better than zig zag.

[@maureenmuller1874]

Me again. Oh man its a wonderful method. So beautiful. Thank u

[@ScrapFabricLove]

Thanks!

[@patricialovatt2563]

This has simplified things so much that I can start a new quilt with more ease. Thank you so much.

[@ScrapFabricLove]

Oh good! Have fun with it!

[@Aljobritt]

I have tried several quilt as you go methods but this one has them all BEAT!!! I am impressed! I am going to try this for sure! Thank you so much for making this video.

[@ScrapFabricLove]

I felt the same way when I saw the videos with the sergers! I couldn’t believe I’d never seen this before - so much simpler!

[@gigiontube]

Gee… I’m so glad I found your video. Thanks a lot !

[@ScrapFabricLove]

Glad you liked it! Thanks

[@BrendaKnotts-lt7xp]

Well, I like your style of quilting. Really like the circle panel.

[@ScrapFabricLove]

Thanks! The circle panel is Alison Glass

[@juliebute905]

This technique makes me excited about quilting again. Your idea is brilliant and is pretty simple I’m going to give it a go!!!!

[@ScrapFabricLove]

So glad it has you as jazzed as it does me. I can’t take credit for the idea I just did it on a regular machine instead of a serger. But it got me pretty excited too! Enjoy!

[@bella-bee]

I’ve watched this in two stages, so forgive me if you said this somewhere, but you can used this giant log cabin layout after making the top pieces from pieced sections to make the design fancier. And you could prepare the seams a bit by trimming 1/4” off the batting so it barely gets nibbled by the seam, held in place with a dab of glue stick, and then you will. It have the bulk you are worried about. Your quilting later will hold it all in place I LOVE your idea! Thank you

[@ScrapFabricLove]

I have a part two to this video where I used more pieced type blocks in rows which might answer your question. I didn’t think there was really much bulk and I find it is less fiddly for me to sew the batting with the seam then to try to slide it in but lots of people prefer your way so it is just whatever works for you!

[@sscott6122]

I have been watching all of these QAYG videos and this is by far my favorite method! I cannot wait to give it a try! Thanks for trying all of these different methods. I am not sure I would have had the patience to do the research you did!

[@ScrapFabricLove]

Glad the videos were useful ! Thanks for watching!

[@charleswong7942]

First time I see this method, I think it's good, I am going to try it

[@lauriehug7370]

I love this method! Thanks so much. I'll be doing this method soon. ❤

[@sewgatormomm]

A lady I worked with made quilts this way, but in rows. I was fascinated, so she very kindly made a copy of the directions which I promptly lost in one of our moves. I have been looking for videos on this for years, because it was such a great idea. Thank you so much for this!!

[@ScrapFabricLove]

Glad it could jog your memory! This is perfect for quilts with rows.

[@user-gb1jv3bq5l]

If you go to “How to quilt as you go” 9 different ways by Teresa Downunder you will find the method of which you were talking about. It’s so amazing the different ways you can quilt as you go. I’m doing number nine right now.❤

[@tinyhouse9959]

Well done! As a novice quilter I love this idea and your presentation makes it easy to follow. Thank you. 😊

[@ScrapFabricLove]

Thanks so much! So glad you liked it.

[@mindyportier5891]

Oh my!! This is a game changer for me. Thanks for sharing.

[@ScrapFabricLove]

Glad you liked it!

[@Tenita79]

This is such a great method! Thank you for sharing.

[@FicGhostWriter]

OMG! I *just* might be able I to make a quilt after all! Yes!

[@ScrapFabricLove]

Yeah! Glad it helped you.

[@MarieH528]

Hi Kristen! I am so happy that You did this video because I have been tossing around this idea for quite a while now but I didn’t have anything to practice it on at the moment and didn’t want to start a quilt until I was sure it would work out- Well Miss, Thank You, Thank You, I certainly didn’t want to deal with sashing on a QAYG- so many videos show it with that method, just not liking that idea! I Love 💕 how the baby quilt came out and so happy that You shared this method! Have a great week ahead, always look forward to seeing what You’re up to! You are a great inspiration!

[@ScrapFabricLove]

Oh wow! Great minds think alike eh? Glad I could be your Guinea pig 😂! Those sashing methods definitely not for me either! Good luck with your quilt and thanks so much for your lovely comment!

[@sharondauz880]

Such a pretty quilt. The bright colors are perfect for a baby.

[@ScrapFabricLove]

Thanks!

[@coreygilles847]

I absolutely adore your color choices and quilt layout! (And the technique is cool)

[@ScrapFabricLove]

Thanks!

[@janetaylor4946]

YES. YES. This is a wonderful method! So glad you thought of it. I have wanted to do a QAYG, but none of them looked easy. Fantastic! Thank you so much. I am as excited as your are!

[@ScrapFabricLove]

Glad you are excited too! I didn’t come up with it, I just adapted it a little. The technique is from serger quilt videos - I just couldn’t understand why I’d never seen anyone do it on a domestic!

[@sewingstoryprojects6178]

I'm so excited to try this method!! Thank you!!!

[@ScrapFabricLove]

I can see your other question but can’t click on it to reply so I’ll do it here - you don’t HAVE to put the batting in the seams. Other folk in the comments have suggested sliding it in after the seam is sewn but your idea of spray basting would also work. Personally even after hearing those suggestions I have still put it in the seam as it just feels less fiddly to me and I don’t think the seams end up that thick. But I totally get why not including it would work better for others. We can all just pick our favourite way - there is no one right way. Hope you enjoy it if you give it a go!

[@angelsdefendus]

Thank you for this video. I'm so glad I found it. I was getting discouraged with my quilts and struggling with the joining-with-strips method. Thank you, again!!

[@ScrapFabricLove]

So glad it was helpful!

[@HandmadebyYingwithDonna]

Oh my word girl I love this idea and blown away by it. I just finished making the Jean quilt and didn’t know about this method or definitely would have used it.

[@ScrapFabricLove]

I know! When I saw it I was like…hang on why have we been faffing with all those other fiddly methods?!

[@Charlie-tb6un]

Love this quilt! So beautiful!

[@ScrapFabricLove]

Thanks very much!

[@cassandralewis4209]

I think this method of joining will be the answer to my prayer...can't wait on the opportunity to try it!!! Thank you for sha

[@missydavis5105]

I think this is so smart, thank you for sharing. I love it 😊

[@ScrapFabricLove]

Thanks for watching!

[@gillgriffiths168]

Can’t wait to try this, the only QAUG method I’ve tried is with joining strips and I didn’t really like it so reverted back to battling with large quilts on my janome, I really like the baby quilt especially the colours I have a habit of over complicating everything, sometimes simple can be stunning!!! Thanks for another great tutorial, I always look forward to all your videos, makes my day when I know I’ve got one to watch!!!

[@ScrapFabricLove]

Aw thanks so much! That’s lovely of you to say. Glad you liked this one. The joining strips are not my cup of tea either!

[@tracyalbert6056]

Kristen, thank you so much for showing this method. This will be perfect for my son's reversible quilt that I am making, as I was trying to figure out how I was going to accomplish it and still have it look good. This method will be perfect. Thank you so much for sharing. 🥰🥰😍❤❤❤

[@ScrapFabricLove]

Oh good! Glad it will suit your project! Good luck with it and have fun!

[@111shoge]

Oh my goodness this method is the best ever...huge love and gratitude x

[@ScrapFabricLove]

Glad you liked it!

[@yvonnewatt4365]

Absolutely brilliant... I love the method

[@ScrapFabricLove]

Glad you liked it! I was obviously excited when I found out about it too!

[@RosieQuilts]

I'm so excited to try this new method. Now, just maybe, I can get all those unfinished blocks to come together into a finished quilt. Thanks for this video.

[@ScrapFabricLove]

Glad you liked it. Have fun with your quilt!

[@loriweibel3521]

I just love this method. I've been looking for a quilt as you go method, going to try this today. Thank you!

[@ScrapFabricLove]

Yeah! I’m not the only one who thinks this is cool then! And also even my simplified version might be too complicated- try a straight stitch and see if it works for you before you fuss over overcast stitches!

[@martharockwood9140]

I have been doing this method for years you can do any quilt this method. Glad to see it finally on you tube

[@ScrapFabricLove]

Yeah I am kind of confused why I don’t see it everywhere 😂

[@tinaneely1]

I do a lot of quilt as you go I have not used this method, but I will on my next quilt. Thank you.

[@themirrorimagestitcher]

This really is brilliant, genius 😎 Thanks for not giving up on finding the best, easy QAYG method! I can see how this would also lend itself to using scrap/leftover batting. The seams don’t look bulky to me at all. I think it looks soft & cuddly 😊 I would definitely give this a go.

[@ScrapFabricLove]

Yes it’s great for leftover batting. That is what went into my orphan block quilt - loads of it!

[@mustanghoni13]

I love it! You make it look so much easier than other methods I’ve used and faster!!!!!

[@ScrapFabricLove]

It was! Way easier. Hope it works for you too!

[@deannamiller205]

Like this method best.

[@sherrylesina7224]

I have used this method. I really like it.

[@doraleetrent1802]

This is a great method to learn quilting practice because you don’t have the bulk of a large quilt. How clever. If you basted or spray basted you might not have to worry about ironing the back smooth. I think the thickness is fine.

[@ScrapFabricLove]

Yes - I get lazy with the basting when the sections are smaller 😂. But you could totally baste and not have that issue.

[@susanknueven2800]

I plan to try this with fusible batting.

[@ScrapFabricLove]

Great idea!

[@paulamckean6719]

This is a great method. I would like to see sashing done this way. Such a great idea. Thank you 🙂

[@ScrapFabricLove]

Glad you liked it!

[@nancy9478]

I love this comment! You are so right.

[@Charlie-cz3jh]

Kristen- you have grown in Leaps and Bounds with your quilting skills. And you've grown as into a talented KZbin host. I think it's really great that you do research, gather your thoughts, practise and show us your experience and demos. It means a lot. Thank you very much for all you share with us!! I think that this project turned out really nice! It looks GREAT! WELL DONE👍👍💗💗💗💗🙂

[@ScrapFabricLove]

Thanks so much! You are very sweet and encouraging. Much appreciated!

[@janharvey1024]

So clever, brilliant idea.

[@ScrapFabricLove]

Wish I could claim it as my idea but glad you liked it!

[@janharvey1024]

@@ScrapFabricLove your idea or not, thanks for showing us all how it’s done.x

[@robineasley491]

I've been putting off trying this method because it seems so fussy and time consuming but this way seems so much quicker and less of a pain...will definitely give it a try !!

[@ScrapFabricLove]

Yes I think this method is way easier and I may still be over complicating it with the overcast stitch - another commenter recommended a straight stitch which would make it even easier!

[@ginettelefebvre8817]

Thanks..great video tutorial... I've done row by row quilt as you go before.. I had watched pattern poole.. I think its called. I loved it plus all my blocks were scrappy. Loved tge way you did thus one great idea. Thanks Kristen. Hugs

[@ScrapFabricLove]

Thanks! Glad you liked it!

[@suecloutman7923]

This is perfect for me. Thank you!!!!

[@CordulaPrice]

I love this way it’s so easy thank you for sharing 😊👍🏻👍🏻

[@ScrapFabricLove]

Glad you liked it!

[@patriciaboyd1199]

Love this method ! I'm going to use it on my next quilt .

[@ScrapFabricLove]

Yeah! Have fun with it!

[@mustanghoni13]

Patricia Boyd... I cant wait to start a new quilt and do with this method!

[@craftyirina]

New subbie here! I’m sooo glad I found this! I’m working on quilts for upcoming twins and this will help me finish the quilts in time! Just love this! Thank you for sharing! 💕

[@ScrapFabricLove]

Yeah glad it will help you! Definitely a speedy method! Thanks for subscribing too!!

[@elizabethcollins8817]

I can’t wait to try this method! Thank you!! 🧵✂️🪡🌹 excellent tutorial!

[@ScrapFabricLove]

Oh yeah! Glad you liked it! Have fun with it!

[@user-gt8yx6lp9t]

I am getting ready to make a quilt for my newest great granddaughter. This method makes it look so much easier than the sashing method for quilt as you go. Thank you

[@ScrapFabricLove]

Glad it makes sense to you!

[@suzannechristensen7793]

LOVE this method! With strategic measuring and matching, one could do any of the beautiful edge-to-edge patterns.

[@ScrapFabricLove]

So glad it makes sense to you.

[@janice1131]

I did this quilt years ago and used a straight stitch and top stitched for the quilting. It was from Kaye Wood 6 hour quilt. Love it! Thank you for bringing it back.

[@ScrapFabricLove]

Fab! Glad the straight stitch works. Not heard of Kaye Wood but I’ll have to look her up!

[@dcwatashi]

@@ScrapFabricLove Well she died but her daughter uploaded her videos again

[@cheriekolinski2885]

Love it, saves paying a Longarm

[@janice1131]

@@ScrapFabricLove Kaye Wood was one of the few early quilters that got tv shows. She was great ! That 6 hour quilt video on KZbin she uses a serger but it is not needed. This is some times called a charity quilt because you can hide flannel sheets old clothes or anything you have for the batting. Make it heavy or light as you need. I made a memory quilt with assorted special fabrics and pieced them together and used a polyfill batting and a solid backing ( I just liked the fabric whole because it looked like the universe.) I quilted i with stitch in the ditch and wherever I thought it needed it and used the backing for the binding. That way it took me two long days. Love that quilt. My favorite charity is my family.❦✞

[@laurence9695]

You could also insert a different color strip or block in the back for variety and to use your left over blocks. I love it.

[@ScrapFabricLove]

Yes good idea!

[@melissiadjohnson8399]

Great technique, thank you!

[@ScrapFabricLove]

Glad you liked it!

[@tanysthoms8396]

This is exactly how I’ve been planning to QAYG in my head, but have not tried it yet. I’m glad to see it in action and that my ideas worked! Thank you for sharing!

[@r.d.stratford106]

This looks super interesting! I haven't tried it yet, but I'm going to now. Thanks for the tutorial!

[@ScrapFabricLove]

Fab! Hope you like it! Also another commenter said they used a straight stitch so maybe experiment with that - would make it so much faster!!

[@ellenhorovitz3517]

Oh my goodness!!! A game changer!! Thank you so kindly for responding ... I am going to start quilting my King sized quilt now!

[@ScrapFabricLove]

Good luck with it!

[@lorettabjornstad9748]

It all looks good. Thanks for sharing

[@ScrapFabricLove]

Thanks so much!

[@deborahjansen32]

Love this method. I made my strips 3 1/2 inches and didn't quilt them. It came out beautiful.

[@ScrapFabricLove]

Fab! 💕

[@minkademko2335]

Super idea 😃 skinny rows don't need quilting 👍 Genius 💡

[@wilycat5290]

The quilting and the "joins" look fine. Quilts aren't perfect. Once their washed, it's a new ball game anyway. Thank you for the video 😊👍💕

[@ScrapFabricLove]

Thanks! Yes everything looks better after a wash!

[@imariser1111]

Love this! I have a stash of squares to assemble and this is how I’m approaching the joins!

[@yvonnejrichards]

What a clever idea 💡 👏 👌 😀

[@clombard7134]

Great method! I am working on a T-Shirt quilt and plan to use a variation of your method. This will be my first T-Shirt quilt and I am not looking forward to quilting over the vinyl numbers (front and back). Love how your quilt turned out!

[@ScrapFabricLove]

Thanks! I have yet to tackle a full t-shirt quilt but it’s on my list of ‘one day’ quilts for sure! Good luck with yours!

[@nancy9478]

You might want to get a teflon/non stick needle if possible. It will slide thru the vinyl much easier.

[@clombard7134]

@@nancy9478 Thank you for that suggestion. Not only do I have to sew through vinyl, but some shirts are also made of polyester not typical T-shirt cotton. I hope this project isn't my first and last T-shirt quilt!

[@UtubeKarlly]

I've this technique before and didn't care for it just because that batting in the seams does feel thicker. I'm now sewing the front and back fabrics on, then slipping a smaller piece of batting in between before I quilt it. Still no hand sewing.

[@maryrakas4901]

I love this method. I will certainly try it

[@jeanettesouth892]

love this method...will be trying it.

[@desleybartlett322]

Hi Kristen. Love this method of QAUG. Will give it a go soon. I have a overlocker but haven't used it much but was thinking maybe the overlocker may flatten the join more. I did not see that where you joined your quilt looked bulky. Love the baby quilt.

[@ScrapFabricLove]

Yes I imagine it might flatten it more. I didn’t think mine was too bulky either I just couldn’t understand why I had never heard of this method on a domestic so was guessing maybe it had to do with the bulk thing so I kept showing the seams to show they weren’t really that big!

[@AuntDi2]

I love this! Do you mark where your quilted lines will be placed so they are somewhat the same each time? I have never done any actual quilting, only the piecing.

[@ScrapFabricLove]

No I didn’t mark. I just eyeballed the spacing as about two presser feet wide roughly but I was doing wavy lines so it wouldn’t matter heaps if I was a bit off. Wavy lines are a really easy place to start with quilting as there is no pressure to quilt straight!

[@angelaw1317]

Thank you for your videos. I agree with you on the thickness. I can't wait to try this method.

[@ScrapFabricLove]

Glad you liked it! Have fun with it!

[@user-el1bh9wy8c]

Great idea! Thanks for the details! Hello from Bulgaria!

[@ScrapFabricLove]

Thanks for watching!

[@Amritadivya]

OK, LOVE IT! The question I still have after watching your other videos on quilt as you go and other videos also QAYG: My quilting friends who use the traditional methods strongly maintain that QAYG ends up being lots more work. I'm new at this so I have only done small practice projects. What do you think? I'm thinking that my friends are just used to the traditional method and don't want the work of learning a new style. Is the benefit of doing quilting this way not needing to buy a long arm or struggle with a massive quilt under the arm of a standard machine? Or is it that you can keep adding more sections and grow the quilt as much as you like? Or something else?

[@ScrapFabricLove]

I think the benefits might be different for different people. For me though I normally probably wouldn’t do QAYG usually for a baby quilt (despite the one in the video being a baby quilt!). I turn to it more when I am at the point of thinking I don’t want to make a quilt that size (I.e. big) because then I know I have to wrestle it all through and around the sewing machine. I don’t have a long arm so I tend to stick to large throw size quilts if they aren’t QAYG. The queen size one I did I know I could not have done in one piece. This would be especially true also if you have a machine that doesn’t have a big throat space. With QAYG you are always sewing on the outside of even a large quilt - never directly in the middle if that makes sense? But also a lot of QAYG methods do require cutting extra strips, hand sewing things down etc etc - which is definitely more work in my opinion than a temporary wrestling match with a large quilt 😂. So that’s why I keep looking for machine only methods. But some people would be physically unable to choose to wrestle the big quilt even if they wanted to so for them it is either QAYG or a long arm.

[@srd7175]

I only started using QAYG in Dec after seeing Kristen‘s queen size quilt. I have watched so many videos on different methods & I like the flexibility of it. I have only made one traditional method queen size 30 years ago. The benefits for me are I don’t have to get down on the floor in baste an entire quilt sandwich. I can do this a section at a time on a table, then add those sections together at the end, add borders quilt as you go, and bind. I’ve been way more productive using this method on a domestic kenmore. I made a queen size for my husband for Christmas and a full-size for my son for his birthday in about seven months part time. I have arthritis in my hands & knees now so it’s much easier to manage a 24 inch wide section to quilt. I think everybody has different reasons for using a method and for me there’s no going back! My friends are the same traditional only method - they also don’t like to move furniture like me lol I like change!

[@katehenry2718]

Why are you fussing about a tiny tiny bit of "not-flat" at the seams? This is a quilt. It is supposed to be fluffy so it will be warm. If it is dead flat and thin, you might as well have printed the cloth. This is an excellent method of dealing with a large quilt on a regular home sewing machine. )))))

[@ScrapFabricLove]

I suppose I was fussing over it as that is generally what folk talk about as the drawback of quilt as you go - having fat seams. Just wanted to show that it wasn’t an issue.

[@ceciliaschleicher278]

I think you were missing the point. She was just trying to show an easy way to QAYG and how the joining seams aren't any more bulky than the other methods

[@ScrapFabricLove]

👍🏽

[@conniel.4601]

Not to mention, when it gets washed you won’t even notice.

[@elizabethannwest646]

I think its a no fuss way to" quilt as you go" love it, so simple😊😊

[@DonnaDiskin]

Cool Beans... thank you for sharing this demonstration.

[@brandimwheat]

I cannot wait to try this method!

[@itsjustus5808]

Thank you so much for sharing this video. Love the idea!

[@marydellorso1269]

Thank you, I love this. Going to try it.

[@DenisJava]

This looks like a good technique, especially for quick not super fancy quilt. Thanks!!

[@shirleycramer5561]

I am absolutely smitten with this way of joining a quilt. I don’t have a serger either and can definitely do this. Your work is beautiful and everything is spot on. Thank you so much for sharing. 🌸😍

[@ScrapFabricLove]

Thanks! Yes I just can’t understand why I haven’t ever seen anyone do this on a domestic - so easy! Have fun with it!

[@colleencharles2302]

You just saved me a ton of work and stopped stressing out! THANK YOU!!!!

[@ScrapFabricLove]

So glad it helped you!

[@judyhinkle9337]

I really like this quilt. I often tend to over complicate things. Glad for another example that simple can be fantastic!!! Thank you for another great tutorial.

[@ScrapFabricLove]

Thanks! I’m the same. I can over complicate like no one’s business 😂 but usually it is my simpler quilts I like better in the end. Go figure!

[@Tribalrose13]

Thanks. For showing this.

[@doreensherk287]

❤ I am definitely going to try this method. I looks great.

[@Alison-nh9ku]

Totally psyched to try. Thanks a million.

[@ScrapFabricLove]

Hope it works for you!

[@windlessoriginals1150]

Thanks for this video. Can’t wait to try it.

[@lyndapatrick8303]

My gosh I'm also so excited about this method!!! Revolutionary!!!! ❤

[@ScrapFabricLove]

Glad you liked it!

[@michelleinScotland]

Fabulous thank you; I will have to try it.

[@stepoff1277]

Super excited about this method! This is by far my favorite qayg method! Going to have to get started on one so I can use it! Thank you!!!

[@ScrapFabricLove]

Fab! Glad you are going to try it. I enjoyed it, hope you do too!

[@avonnorma]

I love all the colors you used. ❤

[@ScrapFabricLove]

Thanks!

[@user-pr7ny6xj5y]

Its beautiful! What a great idea for joining!

[@ScrapFabricLove]

Thanks for watching!

[@patwilson5017]

WOSER! I've been waiting for something like this for years! Thanks so much!

[@ScrapFabricLove]

😂 enjoy!