PICTURESQUE PATCHWORK! Donna's "Roundabout" Quilt Tutorial ********FREE PATTERN********

[@WendyAhrens-s1c]

I love everything about this quilt! The fabrics, the patterns that emerge, the quilting, just everything! So beautiful!

[@pattyw7952]

I never get tired of hearing the crisp cutting sound of Donna's rotary cutter slicing through that beautiful fabric!

[@angela-sanders]

same here! Every time I think "why doesn't mine behave like that?" and that is even when I have sharpened the blade in sharpening machine

[@IRISHLASS273]

Me too!

[@sharond.2237]

I find it annoying, sorry, wish she would focus on the quilt assembly

[@kikibleu2302]

I think she should try an asmr video:)

[@valeriebiber7853]

I love the sound too. tee hee

[@amaliapuchmayr5367]

This is the first time I am watching this video. I really thought something was going to be cut with a curve. Really amazing. I love it.

[@krissielongknife1479]

I love this quilt!! I made this quilt, lol, my son loves it. He doesn't ask for much and asked to have this one, i was very happy to give it to him.

[@jennysanfilippo2105]

Really pretty quilt. Thank you Donna.

[@bookkrworm]

I just finished this quilt as a gift for a friend's wedding present. Thank you for all your tutorials!!

[@davidchong1001]

Hi Donna, happened to chance upon your video and I have since been following your tutorials. Btw, I am a elderly male in my mid 70s and I do not sew. Nevertheless, I find your instructions explicit and marvel at your skill in transforming fabrics into beautiful beautiful quilts. Also the final machine quilting is an icing on the cake. Watching your videos is therapeutic and calming especially during this pandemic period. You have my admiration for having such devotion to your skill. Keep up the good work and stay safe and healthy. Cheers from 🇸🇬

[@dianebursey7949]

David, I agree with you completely. I just started quilting during the pandemic and spent hours watching KZbin videos. I watch my granddaughter during the day and when she was about 3 months old sitting on my lap I would watch Donna's videos and as soon as she heard Donna's voice she would watch the video with me. Now at 9 months old and teething, all I have to say is "lets watch Donna" and she is so happy. My future quilting buddy. Donna, Matt and crew, please keep making your videos, I watch them over and over!!!

[@m53goldsmith]

@@dianebursey7949 Yep, start 'em young!! ;-)

[@katesquilt]

Never too old to start David

[@janetm356]

David, I am the same way. I do sew but have not really done quilts. But watching Donna is a treat and I, too, find her videos inspiring and relaxing. Someone else you might want to take a look at is Beth Shibley @ “My Sewing Room.” Her videos are short, sweet, and utterly stress free. They are like meditation for me. Just relaxed, perfectly imperfect quilting with lovely music and a calming, welcoming tone. Different from Donna, but very enjoyable.

[@carolynblakeney966]

It's never too late to take up the fabric arts! Even just sewing up a block or two to make a pillow or centerpiece or small wall hanging is quilting- it doesn't have to go on a bed at all. You can literally make a little piece of art in a day and yes, it is very therapeutic.

[@wilycat5290]

I love the way you break things down. All of a sudden, the complicated design is made simple. Thanks for another great tutorial 😊

[@teresavelk2558]

Isn’t that the truth! Donna makes everything look easy. I watch the videos a few times and mental make the quilt a few times. Makes it so much easier!

[@rhondapurton-coles6250]

I have watched this Roundabout Training Video at least 6 times, I LOVE the Illusion Pattern Design. I will definitely be making this Quilt. THANK YOU so much for this gorgeous Pattern. I LOVE your work. Rhonda - Gold Coast, Australia 🇦🇺 💞

[@jofifield2707]

You are the best. I have a very small quilt shop (more like a hobby shop now that I’m 82) in Bellevue IA and I always tell customers to check your videos for great quilts and ideas.

[@IRISHLASS273]

Everything about this quilt is beautiful. It's great Donna that you use fabrics from different manufacturers. I enjoy your videos because there straight forward NO DRAMA. Your son does a great job as your videographer.

[@makeitsew29]

This is one of my favorite quilt patterns that is still on my to-do list. Donna, how you come up with these patterns is just amazing; you have such a talent and skill to create beautiful pieces of art - even if they’re just to cuddle up with! Thank you for what you and the Jordan Fabrics team do to teach, encourage and support those of us who weren’t courageous enough to start a quilt on our own.

[@yolandahale3140]

Such a nice pattern to make Mat needs to cut this one again I think it would be a great selling item .

[@margaretodonnell2997]

I LOVE watching your videos while I'm quilting. I've learned so much from you and I've been quilting for 30 years. Quilting with a friend is always a joy. Thanks Donna.

[@marilynrobertson6265]

I watch these over and over. I just love it. Its a lot of learning.

[@glendaschustermoum8086]

Your finger pressing technique has helped me so much!

[@AnnieofBlueGables]

For me as well! I love Donna!

[@susancaldwell6664]

Love the patterns it makes!!!

[@carolesoucie2349]

I so look forward to seeing "New Video" in my emails from you! Starts my day thinking of starting a new quilt.

[@jenihansen7201]

THANK YOU SO MUCH FOR GIVING US FREE PATTERNS. WE APPRECIATE IT SO MUCH.

[@sheilahoffer1638]

I never get tired of watching Donna, and I pray that someday I am as good as she is in making a quilt.

[@nstrang4572]

I’m going to give this a go. My Dad has just been admitted to hospital again so I hope to have it finished for when he goes home again. I’ll post a pic once it’s done. I’m a beginner quilter (started last year) and this will be my seventh quilt

[@Daisy-sr9cn]

I suggest that when pressing the fabric at the beginning before cutting, do use Best Press to stiffen the fabric and stops any stretching.

[@rhondagarden8878]

I'm praying for your Dad RIGHT NOW!! You and I started about the same time!! Most of mine are baby quilts. I joined a group at church that makes baby quilts for the Hope Pregnancy Center here! That's when I started quilting! I have my first one on my wall because I see too many mistakes to donate!! 🤣😆😂😆🤣

[@kymburriss4260]

I've made two of her quilts, and love watching you. Praying for your dad

[@anitavisram8346]

Can't wait to see your beautiful quilt. Speedy recovery for your dad.

[@patpoythress2254]

Praying for you and your Dad. May you be strengthened through your quilt making!

[@bellamyheaton403]

I’m going to make this in red white and blue fabrics to raffle at the veteran’s breakfast my town does on the Fourth of July. I love this pattern. Thank you!

[@louellagreen8365]

Its now July 2. How did the quilt turn out?

[@bellamyheaton403]

@@louellagreen8365 The people in charge decided they didn’t want to deal with a raffle and didn’t have me to do it:( maybe next year.

[@nanabanana9173]

Our quilting group has a member who does so many quilts a year & donates one to be raffled off from May to Dec. the Money with our meeting donations of cash is then sent to a local college to give out for a nursing student scholarship. We do this to honor a former quilt member from our quilting group who suddenly passed away and was a retired nurse. Pat sewed & quilted small to twin size quilts every day using all her retirement showing children hope & love in which she was paid with smiles & thank you love letters from these children in foster care & hospitals.

[@morganwalker2098]

I was just thinking how a red white and blue version would be so pretty!

[@garynmatthijssen9493]

I made this for my Daughter after watching you !!! Thank you Thank you !! Your a Amazing teacher .

[@debralewallen7934]

I love Donna 's videos! I have learned so much from her! She makes everything with ease with great directions and easy to follow her. I love to watch on my TV at home.

[@donnaherring2281]

Same! I love watching her the most. She's my #1 go to!

[@m53goldsmith]

Love your patterns, Donna, please consider designing more of your own for us? Thanks for all you and your family and staff do for us!

[@carolnye9704]

I love Donna's videos! She explains everything so well!

[@ingerreich13]

Thank you very much for your wonderfull way to show us what to do, you make me believe, that I can make patchwork! I just have to make this, thank you from Denmark, Inger Reich

[@jeanettefriscia6251]

Hi Donna, I think you are the most inspiring person I've ever "met". I want to make everything you show us. Thanks for another exciting project!

[@anotherblonde]

I've made this one 4 times now all in different colour ways and sizes. It's amazing and dramatic. Looks like stained glass. Great tutorial. Thank you.

[@emmonstrex65]

Did you use a solid background, or mixed like hers? Not using a matching background seems scary to me...

[@anotherblonde]

@@emmonstrex65 I have used entirely white backgrounds, and shaded too. The plain looks better to my eye.

[@staceyfranks01]

When you make different sizes, do you scale down your triangle?

[@anotherblonde]

@@staceyfranks01 You can, but not necessary. As long as you scale all your blocks to the same size, it will look beautiful. I did two with 3 inch blocks (needed 42 blocks in all for each) and another one 7 inch blocks (needed only 22 blocks). Work out how many blocks before you start, as I have oodles of both sizes left over ready for more quilts lol. Also you can chain sew the 4 corners on instead of keep stopping and cutting thread, using 3 blocks at a time (sew one corner, place another corner on the next block, sew that, same on next block, then take blocks from the back of machine to sew the next corner.. Incidentally I found the measurement of my corner sections was the same measurement from the top of the template to the bottom, ie the 3 inch template used 3 inch corner and the 7inch template used 7inch corner etc.

[@maddtt1]

I love that quilt. It’s so beautiful! I love that you always seem happy & love what you’re doing. Keep up the good work! 😊

[@winona7836]

It’s beautiful and your tutorials are easy to follow. You break it down so a novice like me is not afraid to give it a try

[@varshasadhu1291]

Every episode gives a new tip thank you donna

[@KumaSews]

I think this may be beautiful in two colors. Thank you for showing this! It’s beautiful

[@jayanthirao9726]

Love your calmness and meticulousness. Beautiful quilt. Thank you for sharing it with us

[@JackieDannenberg]

Someday I hope to be lucky enough to get a long arm quilting machine but until then, I have a sit down long arm quilting machine. I use the “cinnamon swirl” quilting design a LOT but I’ve not seen the addition of the little knobs in it. That will be VERY handy in future quilts ! I learn a LOT from you Donna. You’re about the best KZbin quilting educator online there is in my opinion ! You’re certainly my favorite. Thanks so much ! I might even try this quilt pattern too ! Thank you for ALL you do ! Happily quilting in north Alabama. Jackie

[@Denali_Rebel]

Every quilting video I’ve watched of yours you make quilting look so easy. Your machine also sounds wonderful as it does its work.

[@elainemcatee4347]

I have made 2 quilts with Donna’s Roundabout pattern and videos. Excellent tutorial, concise, clear, easy to follow and understand! Donna has the best quilt tutorials!

[@critislong4338]

Yes she is,love that Sound!!!

[@sharongolobish7507]

Donna and staff, you make magic happen!! Beautiful!

[@zoraida5420]

Hey Donna I am a beginner but I felt that I could succeed because of your amazing experience and simple instructions. I love this pattern because it's so pleasing to the eye. Thanks

[@anja3850]

This was my first big quilt I made one year before after I saw Donna`s video. I felt directly in love with this pattern.

[@donnariggenmullett4273]

Oh my! This pattern looked impossible for me, however you’ve shown how easy it can be! I always enjoy watching your tutorials, I have learned so much from you and gave me that confidence I needed to dive right in! Thank you! Donna M., from Indiana

[@judygoettlicher2436]

Love all your directions on quilting!

[@bettylou1030]

Just beautiful! Thanks for the free pattern, this is the first time I've seen this design without paper piecing and i hate paper piecing 😉 now i think I'll be able to make a quilt like this 🎉

[@sandybettencourt5735]

OMG...I love this quilt !! Especially that it uses only 1 piece shape... it makes it so much easier! I cant wait to make this!! Thank you Donna!!

[@danabray4905]

I think your videos are such a life saver. You have taught me and my husband so much good information on quilting. I wanted to thank you for posting! You make everything look easy and achievable. God bless you. So glad we found your videos on you tube!

[@darlenalord4813]

I usually am not one to make a comment, but I feel like I need to let you know what a joy you are to watch. You are very easy to understand and your voice is clear and the speed of your presentation is spot on. You are a teacher of great worth. Thank you for so generously sharing your knowledge

[@suzys4316]

i love the round about pattern, looks simalar to wedding rings but easier, you heart quilt is absolutely beautiful, the colours you have choosen just blend so well together, that would also make a lovely wedding/anniversary quilt , thankyou Donna I love watching your tutorials , I learn so much from you , little tips and tricks makes a huge difference when your fairly new to quilting, I have made 3 quilts, and I have enjoyed everyone of them

[@bettyboop7928]

I was given a bunch of fabric from a friend who got it from a man whose wife had passed. In it their was a quilt cut out and almost ready to put together. It took some time to do. The lady was part of a guild that sat and did the pattern weekly . So I did not have that to fall back on. I did get it done and I was so surprised to see you doing it here!! The way it was made is very different and of course yours is SOOOO much easier. The pattern I had was hand wrote and not very detailed. TY once again for making my quilting become easier! I will certainly send a pic to you !

[@GettinStitchy]

My next big quilt is going to be using the kaleidoscope ruler (Marti Michelle's) with Kaffe Fassett fabrics. I'm pretty excited about that one. That's a great tip about ironing the corners of half the blocks in to lessen the bulk at the seams. Definitely going to plan that into my project, so thanks!

[@gophersmom]

That looks like beach balls to me, perfect time for a summer beach ball quilt!

[@donnapowers7295]

Love your videos. Have learned many techniques. Watch atleast one video a day. You're the best Donna!

[@anitavisram8346]

Love the roundabout quilt. IF this comes up in the giveaway I will be applying! Just like to thank you for letting us see a bit longer from your long arm at work.

[@alicehattery4990]

All your quilts are just beautiful ❤❤

[@cherylpatterson7911]

After looking up my favorite video of yours I noticed you published this video which revisited one of my favorites. Thank you for making another great video. You are the BEST!

[@sharonclifford2633]

I have just made this and it is just beautiful. I am not that experienced at quilting but with the tutorial it was a breeze. I have been in a Covid lockdown for the pass 14 weeks and I have enjoyed watching your tutorials. now for the next project.

[@BrendaH289]

I’m so happy you showed us how to make this quilt ❤ it looks so complicated

[@Friendly_Know-it-All]

As a 19 year old who just started sewing, watching you make such even lines while sewing seems like magic to me. Still learning to use my machine

[@lindadaelemans25]

Your son does a great job and so do you. I love to watch you. Thanks very much!

[@kimramirez3725]

Love this, the illusion of curved piecing is Awesome. Thank You for sharing the pattern. I really appreciate Your clear instruction, the pressing tips, laying out the quilt , thread selection & the quilting. Not many tutorials share thread selection and the quilting too, I think this is one of the many things that make Your tutorials more complete & more enjoyable. Your quilt is beautiful :) Thanks again

[@patriciabockenstette6550]

Your precision is so complimentary to your quilts. I just love watching how you manipulate fabric with your stitching. As I have heard before, practice makes perfect and you are indeed presenting perfect as attainable. Thanks so much for sharing.

[@painter225]

I LOVE all you videos and have just made my very first quilt (Jewel Box)! You show each step so clearly and I have gotten so many tips and tricks. I love how efficient you are too. Can’t wait to make my next quilt. This one is a contender!

[@KelleysQuiltsandCruises]

I have made 3 of Jordan Fabrics free patterns. They are all great and super easy to follow.

[@nancygrissett6280]

Love the roundabout quilt. You make it look so easy Donna. Love love love the giveaway quilt. Would brighten my master bedroom so much. Anything made by you Donna is of quality for sure.

[@merlewilcox611]

This quilt is gorgeous and I love the colors you used. I'd even give this pattern a try. You break things down and make it easy. Thank you for your tutorials and wonderful lessons, all in one.

[@Minneke1992]

🙆🏼‍♀️FABULOUS, just like everything Donna makes!✨💫💕💜💫✨🙅🏼‍♀️

[@elsiemontgomery5866]

I loved the way the light sewed on dark blocks looked before you ironed them back. Wish I knew how to make a pattern like that. Love this video.

[@michellebotting6780]

Love the colors in this one!

[@cavellwhite558]

Thanks for your tutorials. You’re a fantastic instructor! I’m always learning something new. I love it when you explain your fabric choices and lay them out and when you audition your threads for the quilting.

[@EJsDaughter]

Yes, the sound of the rotary cutter....soothing. I love those dark fabrics.

[@DianaForee]

This was also my first quilt I made from Donna's video. Love the remake and think I'm going to make another roundabout! Thanks Donna!

[@Shade4837]

Questa tecnica fa un gran bel effetto! Complimenti 👏👏👏

[@lorikalmeyer3501]

Thank you for another wonderful video! I appreciate quilts where fat quarters are used as you can imagine I have a boatload of them sitting on the shelves waiting to be used. Thank you too for the very generous giveaway quilts - very kind of you.

[@sharonsiacci4994]

I love the versatility of Sticky Buns Quilting pattern.

[@kathgleeson2429]

What a beautiful quilt, thank you so much Donna and the team for showing us how to put this quilt together. Your direction are so good you've made me a much better quilter. KATHLEEN from England

[@roxilewis8795]

I’ ve had this on my bucket list for ages. Now seems to be a good time to get on with it. Thanks for sharing the inspiration.

[@maryquinn7482]

I (heart) the giveaway quilt and the Roundabout quilt! I enjoy watching the machine quilting.

[@beckywalker1519]

You re “sew” thorough in your instructions, love the tip in cutting the triangles!

[@Daisy-sr9cn]

This was the first of Donna’s videos that I made a quilt from many years ago.

[@louiseah7662]

Same here!

[@staceyfranks01]

I have wanted to make this for years-this week is the week! ❤

[@edithcells8929]

So beautiful Donna i can always feel that you’re having fun all the time. Im enjoy watching it too. Thank you so much. You’re gifted and so talented thank you for sharing those gifts.

[@angela-sanders]

I just started quilting this year and have jumped in with both feet because of you and your videos. You are amazing at teaching and showing all of the tips along the way. I have 4 quilt tops made. Now I need to get courage to quilt them!

[@rhondajohnson39]

Good for you, Angela!!! I have a couple tops as well, but I take them to a quilter to be quilted for me. This will be the case until I can afford the large quilting machine which I would LOVE to have!!! But in the meantime.......😏

[@angela-sanders]

@@rhondajohnson39 oh but I just got into embroidery as well and I plan to see if I can quilt my tops with it. I bought a Brother XE1 and it can take hoops up to 9 1/2 x 14. My birthday is in December, so I always call my big spending my birthday and Christmas presents. LOL

[@rhondajohnson39]

@@angela-sanders, embroidery is another great skill to have!!! My quilter also does that for me for the tags on my quilts. Well, Happy Birthday 🎂 and Merry Christmas 🎄!!! I hope you get all your heart desires.☺️

[@bonanderson9398]

Donna, you are a fantastic teacher!

[@bonanderson9398]

I appreciate how you take every opportunity to demonstrate a skill as you put together any given pattern.

[@christinecielien8925]

Donna you ROCK! I sit here watching your videos in awe. Retired now, I having been wanting to teach myself to quilt but always felt so over whelmed by the process. You make it look so easy. Thank you for sharing your talents with the world and always be so generous with your patterns. 🤗❤️

[@laurabonetto178]

The best teacher 👏🏽👏🏽👏🏽👏🏽

[@toriellis8209]

Thank you so much for the time you take making videos. Your explanations are always so clearly stated. Thank you.

[@alexisaltergott3660]

This is amazing, I’ll be trying one soon.

[@ellievon9257]

I made this quilt years ago for my granddaughter. I did all the piecing by hand and then machines quilted it. It was her first and I saw such very happy young teenager. I just love the optical illusion it creates. I hope to make it again someday.

[@bitsnbobs4667]

I've always loved this quilt pattern and it's really good to see the video updated. It's been on my list for some time but has now moved right up. I love how those 'circles' appear. Thanks Donna.

[@judithterrell3676]

I love watching you and have made a number of your quilts. I am going to make this one in Oriental fabrics that I got in Hawaii and am so excited to begin.

[@ShellyT13]

Thank you for the thorough video. It is so helpful to actually see the process from start to finish, so many channels are not this detailed. You always make such beautiful quilts. I have learned so much from your KZbin channel!

[@appydaysquilts]

Great tip on cutting the triangles in bulk!

[@lindaneal61]

I am so happy you re-made this quilt. This was my all time favorite and was sad when you gave away the one you did in blues. Sadly I didn't win it. I really like the colors you used in this quilt. Just gorgeous.

[@heidiyazwa6985]

Such a cool pattern. Amazing how it looks like big circles. You always make the patterns look so easy ...no matter what they might be! Thank you!

[@kathyguenther5866]

I am working on the Sewsocialites Quilt from FQS and have all my batiks.....(I'm a hoarder of them) out. I think I will use some and cut out this quilt too! Thanks Mr. and Mrs. Jordan for all the yummy fabrics and your time making these beautiful quilts for us. Hugs from Minnesota

[@debihinkle6100]

love this...i watched a video from 2017 using the same pattern only using dark corners to get a totally different look. Now to choose which to make... maybe both? Thank you Donna for making each of your tutorials that inspire people to be creative!!

[@MagicHeide]

This looks like an old pattern block called storm at sea! Beautiful quilt, Donna.

[@emilyburbage8571]

Donna I appreciate all the free patterns you share with us. And then explain them so well. I visited my local quilt shop today and bought my batiks for this quilt. I hope to start on it next week. Thanks for sharing with us.

[@sandramyer7081]

I did this Kaleidoscope pattern for my grand daughter but she was too young at the time- its was fun and xciting to make it and i love the batiks you used, too. The details and tips were great . i 'll make it again! Thank you, Donna!

[@maxineiles6806]

Oh Donna I do love love the stitch design so much reminds me of snail shells very cute quilt too

[@sheilataylor6952]

Love this quilting design and the design used on the Wave Runner pattern.

[@lindaradecki3]

Thank you for your tutorials. I love your explanations. Although I have been quilting a long time, I still learn things from you.

[@sharizabroski6910]

I really liked the design, but was a li'l bit unsure of the colors until after I watched Donna put this all together. Now I'm planning one of these for our own. Thanks Donna, it's gorgeous!