Quilt As You Go: How to Quilt Large Quilts on a Sewing Machine featuring the Build A Quilt BOM

Machine quilting big quilts with a sewing machine is easy when you use the “Quilt As You Go” method. I’ll show you just how easy it is! Links and info below ↓ ↓ ↓ ↓ ↓
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What is Build A Quilt
Build A Quilt (BAQ) is an exciting and easy way to complete a customized quilt, one block at a time! Featuring an exclusive quilt pattern designed by Angela Walters. Choose from 3 different color options and 3 different layouts to create a customized quilt. It's like a block of the month......but better!
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[@MaryAnnAlulis]

Exact information I was looking for after viewing many other techniques. Yay!

[@g-mas8735]

I for one, am SO happy to live right here, right now... boy do I learn things! Thank you for these tutorials, THIS is the one I really needed to learn. I am working on a scrappy star quilt and sure do not want sashing!

[@tonyablunck3949]

Recently my 82 year old mom taught me you can use washable elmers glue sticks to hold down that folded edge until you get a chance to either hand Stitch it or sew it on the machine. This trick works also for holding the binding down, before stitching it or hand quilting it down. Can you say perfect, perfect mitered corners with no pins. Love your videos and all the excitement you put into cheering us all on to try something new!!!! Thank you!!!

[@Sharon-pb7so]

Thanks for the tip about using a glue stick! I'm going to give that a try on my next quilt. I just finished a quilt today at 5am for a baby shower at 2pm. I wasn't happy with the binding at all.

[@GrrannyH1]

Or you can just use School glue, which is washable. Just use it sparingly -- put a micro tip on the bottle or use another bottle with a micro tip. I iron it dry to hold a crisp fold. I learned from Sharon Schamber and KZbin videos

[@Busqueen10]

Glue Stick is my Favorite way to do anything. When patching my husbands jeans, I glue to patches on, let dry and then sew. Much easier than messing with pins.

[@laureen8960]

Thank you, Angela!!!!!!!!!!!!!

[@joycethigpen5230]

Thank you so much.... I just started using this method and I love it. I have been quilting my quilt as a whole one piece on my sewing machine, in Chicago, this was easy and simple your directions were clear and easy to follow.

[@deniselawrence7491]

I did not know you did a QAYG Tutorial. Great job. Idea I saw on line for the backing seam, use glue to hold the seam together then flip to top and finish FMQ that area. Well this was 4 years ago so suppose you wont see this note. Anyway glad I found your video. I sold my long arm and now back to fmq on my domestic!

[@mts764]

You make look so easy.

[@codyor4483]

After watching differnt quilt as you go methods on youtube, i came up with this same method, and used it on a queen size quilt. It worked great, including adding the borders in sections. (top and bottom, then sides). it worked great. The only suggestion i would add is to leave yourself and Inch or so unquilted on the edges the first time you use this method to make it easier. Also, leaving the backing a little larger than the quilt top block will allow you to determine the amount of backing fabric you will need on the edges, so you can turn it and stitch in the ditch on the front side of the quilt, to anchor down the backing, which will alleviate the need for hand sewing. I also used heat and bond 1/4 inch strips to anchor down the backing instead of pins, (i got tired of sticking myself lol). The only hand sewing i did was the last turn on the background fabric after i joined the borders to the quilt. Great video

[@dianeraines9777]

I just tried this with two rows of a baby blanket and this is so much better than any tutorials I have seen. You are truly an inspiration .Keep up the good work.

[@patfountain11]

I am "so cheap" and don't want to take my quilts to someone to quilt them on their quilting machine, so, I quilt as I go, too. In the past, I've joined them with matching/blending strips. That process works, but I REALLY like the way you join the blocks. I'm in the process of making another quilt, and when I get down to the joining stage, I am planning to join them like you do. Thank you for sharing.

[@DiannaAtherton]

Same here plus you don't spend a few hundred having someone else quilt it for you. Adds up!

[@SamiKhan-ev1rl]

I'm new to patchwork and quilting watching following as I struggle join stuff up.

[@dianareddell1496]

You’re not cheap, you’re mindful of your money. I think sending quilts out to a long armer is expensive! It costs a good chunk of money to make a quilt then having to add an extra $100-200 dollars to that expense would mean that I wouldn’t be making many quilts. Sending them out is a luxury that I save for extra special quilts that I think will get really rugged use and need heavy quilting to ensure their durability.

[@melodygruseck7582]

This is the video ive been needing in my life! thanks a million!

[@saturdayschild376]

Wow you just changed my whole quilting program with this video!

[@lindseyasher1982]

This is great!! It’s kind of intimidating, but I’m gonna go for it!

[@michelle.shackelford4520]

GREAT EXPLANATION!!! I finally understand how to combine my blocks after watching like 10 videos!

[@BlueEyesBrittany]

Great methods for those who have small sewing machines or medium ones and do not want to buy a quilting machine or cannot afford them.

[@cagnaefetchison8075]

This opens up a whole new world for My Quilting!!! Thank You Angela!!

[@ameliagill7700]

Georgia Bonesteel taught this ages ago. Did a whole set of books on it. Glad to see it back in use.

[@bnyzhny]

THIS is the over-the-moon BEST QAYG technique I have seen ANYwhere! Thank you 🥰👏

[@HRHDMKYT]

I agree Bonnie, and I've watched a TON of QAYG tutorials, got several of the books, etc... I *much* prefer this method Angela shows here, one that doesn't include those tiny thick sashings between blocks, or the ones where the backing is not attached when quilting each block, so that the back of the quilt ends up baggy/saggy/sloppy. THANKS A BUNCH, Angela -- you are a quilting rock star!! ~Diana from Toronto

[@susanguthrie9375]

BEST..QUILT AS YOU GO TUTORIAL I HAVE EVER WATCHED! Thank you for Sharing! EXCELLENT!

[@marysmith2911]

Thank you - Your video is very helpful.

[@stitchesbysue]

I have a twin quilt all layered together but after watching this I may take it apart and quilt sections and put it back together!

[@lolalisa06]

I am so glad you have made this QAYG video. I am working on a queen sized quilt on my domestic machine. This is the method I have been doing, and it is fantastic!

[@susankennedy3023]

Ever since I discovered Angela by accident on Craftsy (Bluprint) I have learned so much and she has become my “go to” gal. I have saved every one of her tutorials I have found and in some cases watched them multiple times. Love this gal!

[@suesmith5033]

I have never seen this technique done this way. I'm going to have to try it. I've always added a strip on the back. Than you for showing us not only this but also free motion ideas.

[@stephver]

Thank you!

[@hilaryshannon4226]

As always total genius! I am currently wrestling a super king quilt and have solemnly sworn never to do it again!! Will do it your way block by block in future

[@dentmagic426]

I am so glad to have found your series. Great job! I am still very much a novice and really appreciate watching a video such as this.

[@AngelaWaltersfmq]

That's awesome to hear! I promise it just takes a little practice, keep at it!

[@judyrayhon4342]

Angela, I learned this quilting method from Georgia Bonesteel and am so happy to see this method used on your channel . I watch your quilting videos whenever I can. I love your designs and methods . Judy Rayhon

[@stuckinstitches]

Stunning and yes the quilting on this quilt enhances the quilt! Great job!!

[@sherriwallon8130]

Thankyou ,Angela,I always finish your videos knowing I can do that!

[@karenolsen6524]

Angela, I learn so much from your tutorials. You are gifted at breaking down the steps and so encouraging! Thank you so much 😊

[@LLBryan]

You are a good teacher. Nicely done video. On topic, good voice, well organized. Gives confidence.

[@ritametermaid1235]

Just love your tutorials Angela! You've given me the confidence to "just go for it"....:) Thank you!!!

[@joycemarsh8147]

Angela, I hope you never change from your down to earth personality and generosity. With all your talent and persistence you are so humble and funny. I have watched every video, show, and any other venue where I see your name. I am so impressed! Thanks so much for all you do!

[@zaiddrew1084]

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[@anitra7747]

I’m a quilt wrangler so I don’t mind tackling it all on my sewing machine. I love the quilting designs you chose and the block of the month quilt turned out quite lovely! Your a great teacher and you’re such an inspiration! Thanks for sharing!

[@user-mv8lj4cw3s]

This was a great explanation of this technique! Thank you!

[@carolcourtney1122]

I think this one will really help with some upcoming projects. Thank you, Angela!

[@bkartoz]

I will have to try this when I tackle a king size quilt for the master bedroom! Thank you...I learn so much from you!

[@valeriepryce443]

Your video was the clearest I have seen on the quilt as you go technique. I plan to give it a try very soon.

[@rebeccadees2300]

Love the colors in your blocks.

[@ameliaduplessis3890]

Love how quick and easy this technique is. 🥰

[@acebaker3623]

I've never quilted anything bigger than a lap quilt in my little old machine and that was a struggle. Your video makes me think I might be able to manage the twin size I'm currently making for my Mom. Thanks!

[@cherylcampbell4409]

Thank you Angela!! You explained this joining of the blocks better than I've seen before. Now I have the confidence to tackle a quilt that just got too big for me (king size...lol..)...I am so grateful!!!!

[@RockyRidgeQuilter]

Thanks for all the content you share. I love how simply you show the designs. I look forward to the day I have a completed quilt with lots of very simple but beautiful quilting of my design :)

[@loveart4007]

Fantastic! Love your machine quilting. Thank you for the video.

[@anjumsiddiqi3033]

Hi Angela, Thanks for showing us a great technique to sew together two blocks. I am trying to make my quilt with the scraps from the face masks that I have been making since April so here I am putting a quilt together with all these strips of fabrics, I have. You are a great quilter and a wonderful personality!

[@jannoble6392]

Angela you are fantastic. You make it look so easy. Really appreciate your videos .

[@terrybridgham7824]

I truly appreciate your showing us the steps to making a quilt as you go larger quilt. I have always wondered how it was completed. It would require a lot of hand sewing in the final construction step before binding. Thank you, again!!

[@barbaratooley4541]

So THAT's how it goes together! Can't wait to try it.

[@kimhannan4892]

I can see this really helping me out; I really struggle with rolling/compressing the fabric to fit in my machine for quilting!!! Awesome tip!

[@deadiemeyers1661]

I have done several different QAYG techniques, and this is now one I want to try! There are a lot of us quilters who need to keep to a strict financial budget, and QAYG is a good alternate to hiring a long arm quilter. There are admittedly differences in the final product, but it is so worth trying and mastering. Thanks for sharing your expertise, and for keeping it real, Angela!

[@mesoke]

It's amazing how I have never thought of doing that. It's simple, yet genius. Thanks for sharing this because my domestic machine is probably what is holding me back on FMQ. Love from France.

[@belyndamulloy33]

I love this tutorial. Thank you Angela. I would love more Midnight Quilt Show.

[@lynnawischnewsky9735]

I am starting my first quilt as you go quilt! Your tutorial was very informative ! Thanks!

[@carriesaindon2873]

I just did a queen sized quilt this way. It worked great thank you for sharing this.

[@reginanichols3090]

Thank you for this! I've been planning on making quilts for my kids and was really nervous about how to quilt it on my sewing machine, but now I will use this technique and it will be so much easier! Good thing I hadn't started yet 😂

[@user-wu8ij6ue5j]

Thank you so much, Angela! Your videos are so helpful and you are such an amazing instructor (and entertaining, too). I really struggle with getting an entire quilt done on my machine; can't wait to try this technique for my Christmas quilt projects! TY

[@joycehermans7959]

I just started a quilt that has blocks so I can use this technique to finish it off. Thanks, Angela!

[@lisacecil1]

Thanks for giving this technique/option!! It’s very helpful.

[@johnniedozier5437]

Thank you for sharing this data with me

[@kathyf3656]

You did a great job of explaining quilt-as-you-go. I have been doing it for years because my hands are too crippled up to pull a big quilt around under my domestic machine. I already do continuous curves so I can't wait to try your leaf variation. The other fillers are too dense for me, too stiff a result in my opinion, but you teach so many wonderful stitches that I can just pick and choose the stitches that work for me. Thank you.

[@suzannemiller993]

Hurray! As a QAGY gal, thrilled to see this!

[@jeanniepatrick5533]

I love this technique! I have been practicing on smaller squares and can't wait to try this QAYG assembly.

[@normawall6332]

Grt technique Angela, saved this one much faster than my way & luv those colours beautiful

[@joannecaspersz5672]

This is such a great idea. Now I can make bigger quilts and not stress how to quilt them on my little domestic machine. Thanks again!!

[@loriar1027]

I love this technique!

[@alejandrarowe9078]

Thank you for sharing- Its nice to find other ways to join blocks without sashing

[@beckybrunelle641]

Wish I had seen this before I started struggling with my quilt top!! Oh well I'll know for next time!!

[@teresavarnhagen6281]

Wow! I quilt as you go a lot using joining strips, but this method looks well worth trying! I got the qayg kit for my BAQ so that I could try your method. I also love how you quilted that block and how you didn’t have to break thread. Thanks for the video!

[@Happybidr]

This was SO helpful! I’ve done a baby quilt with each flannel section joined by sashing, but that won’t work for all quilts, of course. But this technique will work fine! Thank you, and hope you and your family are having a great Summer.

[@donnarichey144]

Thank you. You make it look so easy.

[@joan-hannahkaytonah4767]

I really hope this technique works on the king sized quilt I have planned!!! Looks like it will, thanks to Angela!

[@antonettebroomfield8550]

I will definitely give this technique a try!! Thanks for the video.

[@normanbeal7826]

I have used quilt as you go many times and it is actually one of my favorite methods especially if I have created embroidered quilt or applicate blocks.

[@mgonz2304]

You made it seem real simple and easy, I'm sure I'll need to practice, but your giving hope that I can do it. Thank you. Wish me luck.

[@elizabethcamoens4848]

Thank you for this tutorial Angela. I'm going to try this technique with my next quilt.

[@chilkakanika1456]

Thank you so much for this tutorial it's simply wow!

[@beckyscheller9358]

Just staring to make the jewel box quilt and the pattern has large blocks that will be great to use with this !

[@kathystokey6091]

Thank you. I’ve been wanting to learn this. You made it look easy.

[@richardmolby9189]

Wow you make it look so easy this way. I am going to try this out soon. Thanks for an outstanding video.

[@rosettagadson1762]

Thanks Angela I've done the quilt as you go with connecting strip would like to try it without them, So here's my chance. Thanks again

[@lynncobb8992]

Thank you for this video. I am about to start a new project and I wanted to quilt as you go.

[@patriciajohnson412]

Thanks

[@lyndasnart7823]

Love this idea Omg so much detail 🤪🤩🇦🇺

[@eduardachi2571]

thank you angela i really needed this i need to put quilts together u are the best so happy u are back i missed you

[@mamere51]

Awesome and beautifully explained. Thanks!❤❤❤

[@olajordan9951]

Just saw you. This is amazing and just in time. Can’t wait to see everything on your channel. Great thanks.

[@bettytullis461]

I have tried several quilt as you go methods over the past few years and this is one of the best I've seen. By trimming the batting 1/4" back on each side before you sew the blocks together you remove the excess bulk and the finished pieces lay flush. And no sashing strips!

[@michellerennepowar2773]

Thank you very much for sharing this technique. Miss you. Make more videos please.

[@cynthiamathein9983]

OK Angela. I have watched other joining videos lately, but I never really GOT it before now. Thanks.

[@reginajozwik3651]

Thanks! This looks so easy I have to try it!

[@maryzoss608]

I definitely want to try this.

[@peachycheeks4394]

Great video! Looking forward to this QAYG technique on my next quilt.

[@mimzyriepensell1423]

Can't wait to try this, I have always wondered how to join them, Thanks.

[@chrislittebrant5235]

👍💗🥰 Ahh, Quilting My Favorite & Love The Fabric Choices Too. 👍💖🥰 Take care, Chris-Raleigh NC

[@guadalupeblakey9926]

Loved your vedio

[@JulieJSchmidt]

I do quilt as you go most of the time. Even if it is just two halves of a quilt. I use this technique (only machine stitched for the back- try your fancy stitches) I also use a sashing to join if that fits the quilt.

[@leticia-rl7yj]

Perfect this is a great opportunity for me to use your quilting ruler i purchased !

[@s.patterson4629]

Wow! That's a lot more work than the split backing technique. I thought this might be something I would try, but now I know that is not for me. Thanks for posting this video, I love the FMQ you used on the blocks. Gorgeous!

[@Thefireslove]

Me neither....hate the way it looks. The fabric not matched on the back makes it look kinda tacky. I am a traditionalist...and the daughter of an award winning quilter.

[@dianewalter8382]

Great tutorial. This is just what I wanted as I don't have a long armer near me.❤️