Quilt As You Go with No Sashing Part 1

A 4 part tutorial from Candy Glendening illustrating how to machine
quilt a large quilt on a domestic sewing machine by adding one section
at a time, and doesn't require separate sashing strips.
Blog post with information about this can be found here: www.candiedfabrics.com/2014/01...

[@jackietucker8942]

Please don’t ever take these down! It is the best method ever for those of us who don’t have fancy machines or long arms. And it’s great to teach brand new Quilters right from the beginning of their journey.

[@paradismom7260]

why anyone find something negative to say about a free instructional quilting video is beyond me. Thank you Candy for thinking of us and posting this tutorial.

[@isleofjava5964]

People who complain ought to make videos, if they think they can do it better. The folks who do the most complaining are usually the most inept. You did a GREAT job. Thank you.

[@dawnnelson3280]

I am truly ashamed of all the mean spirited people who posted so rudely on here. Whatever happened to "If you can't say something nice say nothing at all"? Geez folks this lady is trying to give you all a bit of help and all you do is criticize. Heavens sake it's a FREE video, don't watch if you don't like it but don't be nasty. Please think before you speak. Are you all so perfect that you feel righteous somehow picking on others??? Shame on you! Nice job Candy...thanks for sharing your knowledge.

[@DebbieDeeable]

Dawn Nelson - have you considered people are trying to be helpful? She could be so much more successful without her annoying habit!

[@katemorgan4346]

Dawn you speak for most of us. I don't get why some folks feel it necessary to be critical of other's... unless they see a similar behaviour in themselves and feel ashamed. Its most likely their own insecurities that bring out the nastiness. I think they really are mentally unstable and cowards..... they'd never have the nerve to say it to their faces! lol. This is a wonderful series and helped me a great deal! Thank you for speaking up for Candy!

[@Grnpascuba]

I for one appreciate you doing this, obviously some people have never been taught, if you can't say anything nice, don't say anything at all. In other words if you don't like it, don't watch and keep your mouth shut! Don't give up on helping others Candy

[@pricesara8276]

And...your comment is full of negativity, no different from the ones you are complaining about. It's actually somewhat ironic. How do you know that Candy isn't viewing these comments as constructive criticism? Everyone who posts youtube videos is aware that all comments are not going to be positive ones.

[@MyChilepepper]

Thank you for sharing Candy. I hope many quilters would watch it till the end. Best tips ever!

[@lizryan6289]

Due to past shoulder surgery, I only do QAYG. This video series helped me like no other has. I cannot understand the rude dislikes. Thank you Candy.

[@janhowarth2954]

I think Candy did a great job with the tutorial. I am sure it is not easy to keep a video flowing while you are thinking about the presentation. You did an awesome job! Thank you for your kind and generous spirit!

[@sandravanlankvelt7975]

LOL some people just either don't listen or really hear dah. In the very beginning of your video CANDY you talked about "sandwich" and how you used fusible batting because you didn't like spray and pinning. In quilting "sandwich" means to take your top fabric, add the batting AND the backing it's as simple as that. Then you do your quilting of ALL three layers. Without ALL three layers you cannot QUILT it. For anybody that asked when do you add the backing? Well maybe taking some beginner classes IN PERSON at a local quilting shop will help more than you realize. Trust me I did because lovely video's, computers, and you tube were NOT available back then. It is a blessing these days to go online and to find soooooo much data and so many DIY videos. I thank YOU Candy for doing such a great job on explaining every detail and at length. God's blessings to you.

[@50fabrics]

Candy..thanks for the 4 videos. I think you did great. No complaints. Please don't let the criticism by others bother you.

[@lanalanglois724]

I'm so glad I stumbled across your video. I took your Really Free Motion 2 class last year and managed to forget how to do this. This video is bringing it all back for me. Phew! Thank you! You are the best free-motion quilting teacher ever!

[@Kate98755]

I saw all the comments about the ummms, really people? Cast that stone, oh of perfection. It’s a mannerism she’s developed, it wasn’t off putting when you let your ear hear it much as you would an accent. When you change your perception, like with accents, your ear doesn’t notice it. Thank you for the video, appreciate the time you took to make this.

[@texasmochitexasmochi9722]

This method is brilliant, and it's just exactly the type of method I was hoping to find. Thank you!!!!

[@cathywestholt5324]

I am rewatching your videos on this. I am getting ready to try this on a quilt I am making for my best friend. Thanks so much for this!😊❤

[@philippataylor3778]

Thank you so much for this tutorial. Just what i was looking for and explained so well. Love from Australia.

[@rosannataborn6072]

I have learned to QAYG using the back square as the front sashing. And I liked it ok but it takes a lot longer to make so I tried your method of quilting the rows and it’s great thank you. I was able to follow your instructions perfectly.

[@jackietucker8942]

I STILL love this method. and STILL recommend your process. WAY easy.

[@barbarabrandt9915]

The videos clearly demonstrate this technique. I had pinned this technique from the blog, but the videos have given me the courage to try it. I like the no sashing look particularly - a more modern look is achieved. Thanks!

[@rhondawegner2188]

Thanks for the tutorial Candy! You've given me a lot of good interesting ideas. Those of us who truly love the art of quilting appreciate you giving your time to teach!

[@3llMaxw]

Candy was nice enough to spend the time to make the tutorial to help others. She gains nothing to help all of you. Not one person has said anything nice to her. She didn't have to help you. Maybe her first try at making a tutorial wasn't the best and I'm sure I wouldn't be very good at it either. She will improve as she goes along. Just thank her for her time and knowledge and please be kind to her. Thank you Candy. I saw this tutorial last night and I'm going to give it a try! I appreciate your help

[@MariaFlores-rw4jb]

Brandi Covey I love it very nice

[@LottieSue]

Actually, lots of people have shown there appreciation by over 700 thumbs up at this date and lots of kind comments below. Candy is appreciated and loved.

[@MyChilepepper]

I just found this tutorial today and I think it’s the best and fastest short cut in quilting with regular sewing machine. I had something similar in my mind already and really glad to watch it being done.

[@caroltelford7267]

Brandi Covey we

[@pattijacobs1]

Candy, I love this idea, rather than doing block by block. I think I could really manage this. Thanks for doing these FREE videos and ignore the negative comments. They don't have to watch if they don't like it!

[@bettytraud8631]

Candie I just want to thank you for this series of videos. I've watched dozens and you have helped me finish my 1st queen size quilt ( a gift for my mom) ! I didnt think how hard it was going to be to fit it on my machine. THANKS SO MUCH!!

[@anitaennis9253]

Thank you so much Candy for your quilting videos. I have always wanted to quit and could never do it because I don't have a quilting machine and with this method I can make quilts and quilt them on my regular machine. Great Job!

[@diannepollock8357]

I love your method of QAYG. Also your step by step instruction is thorough and well done! Thank you. This is exactly what I was looking for.

[@SKACOPP]

Dear Candy, thank you so much for showing me this great method of QAYG w no sashing. I actually enjoyed your tutorial bc I felt like I was in the room with a friend who was excited to show me something she used. Very homespun. I have your tutorials downloaded. Blessings and thanks again.

[@richardtrent8410]

I am a beginner to the art of sewing and more specifically quilting. I am so grateful to those willing to give of their knowledge. I find sewing relaxing and truly appreciate the fact that I can learn from those far more able then myself. I can only say thank you to Candy and Jean Truelove.

[@chareast9997]

what a great free motion quilting pattern to follow. and it goes great with your theme of squares in a square block. i've got to try that even if i don't make an entire quilt.

[@tonisperlbaum5416]

I am new to the quilting thing. Thank you for taking time to help those of us who are CLUELESS!!! I am excited to give this a try.

[@jackietucker8942]

I’m still recommending this four (4) video series. I use this method now and it’s really easy. I’ve done this with and without Sashing. I’ve also stepped up my game and make the backing all one piece to start with. One less seam to deal with for me.

[@betsygunter9277]

how do you manage the backing as a whole piece? Just scrunch it to the right?

[@jackietucker8942]

Yes, or roll it (works better) This is just the best method.

[@donnaney8009]

Thank you for this tutorial. I’ve been look for instructions for a long time on how to do this type of quilting. My mom showed me this long ago but has since passed away and now I am making my first quilt and wanted to do it this way as I don’t want it to take forever to make.

[@shonawadsworth2445]

Thank you it’s just what I’ve been looking for , will be definitely trying it , many thanks again. , cheers

[@DestinyGPlus3]

7 years later and I'm very thankful for this ! You are amazing!!!

[@kimcm1658]

Thank you for sharing your talent I am definitely going to try this I have some blocks that I didn't want sashed in between. Again thank you! You make it look simple and seem so cheerful I love the colors!

[@kathyhoward7012]

Thank you for this video. I hadn't seen it done quite this way before. It is nice that it is broken up into small lessons.

[@user-fk3gd8zx5p]

Thank you for doing this video. This way is much easier than the way I had been doing this.

[@lmrushing7375]

I wonder how many of the critics have ever put themselves out there in the public eye in order to teach others free of charge a skill they may have. I dare those who throw stones to walk in her shoes before crapping all over her. As for them just trying to be helpful? Not a chance! There is a difference between constructive criticism and mean spirit to try to make yourself feel superior. I see it all the time in comments. Shame is on them. Just know most of us are grateful for the free knowledge. Let those who complain go to professional teachers and pay the $100 per class to learn. Thank you

[@SharonBoseant]

I love this method, and this is the best explanation, very understandable and clear. Please keep this one up! I refer people to it all the time. It doesn't need to be "Hollywood " to be great!

[@annettebussell2199]

Hi Candy, I am so glad I found your videos. I have watched all of them twice & the first video 3 times just to make sure I got it in my mind. I have a king size to quilt . I have done 2 king size before in my machine but never again. It wore me out tugging, turning & twisting! I have a larger harp area but I think it is only 8 or 9". Anyways I got the first column ready to quilt so wish me luck. I'm going to start it tonight. I'll try to repost after I get it quilted. Thank you so much for the awesome videos.

[@suewilloughby4666]

Candy thank you for this great video. Keep up the good work on showing us tips that help us who are not professional quilters. 🤗🤗

[@jeanniepatrick5533]

Thank you for sharing your technique for quilting this way. I do not care for the sashing way of assembling, so this is awesome!

[@sjackson8525]

What an awesome video! I was looking for a video for QAYG without sashing and came across Candy's method. I'm about 2/3 of the way through my quilt and thrilled with the results. It's been a great quilt for me as I have never done echo quilting and also I've never done QAYG. Thanks Candy - great instructions!

[@spyderquilt9783]

Hi Candy, I'm going to watch all four vids. I wanted to tell you that I REALLY like the quilting you've done here. The block shapes look so in sync with the block style.

[@CandyGlendening]

Thanks Spyder Quilt! Glad you enjoyed it!

[@lillianturner3880]

Very informative! I appreciate you putting the time and effort into sharing this with us. For those who felt the need to criticize: When someone criticizes something and you agree with it, it is not really necessary to just keep repeating the criticism. You're not really adding anything new to the conversation. You might want to ask yourself why are you really taking the time to point out something that has already been mentioned? I think it says more about the individual making the comment than the person who made the video.

[@user-ze9do6vx5l]

Be nice people! She's just trying to show us a method that might be helpful to all. You do have the option to view another tutorial, but don't have to leave unkind comments before you leave!

[@grandmav]

Candy, great video! Good information to help us new quilters. Keep going. Your videos keep improving. Don't give up!

[@mrs.stitches8792]

I used your method and it worked perfectly on my Christmas quilt. Thank you for sharing 😀

[@janetweeks5069]

Fantastic video. I love the way you teach. This is JUST the type of class I was looking for. Thank you.

[@christinerousselle4780]

Thanks for the very clear videos and explanations! Made a t-shirt quilt using your method and it worked beautifully!

[@melmack2003]

Thanks for all the useful info! [too bad there are so many mean-spirited know-it-alls on here....and they've probably never even made a video. ]

[@christypoos9728]

Awesome technique..watched all videos. I'm a quilting teacher and past educator for bot Singer and Viking. I take my hat off to you. I will tell all my student about your tutorial. I'm just going to change it a bit for non fusiable batting. Well done.

[@janeturevig7882]

Candy, I am so glad to see you are back. Loved your first tutorial(s) This tutorial is exactly what I am looking for. Thanks much for your efforts.

[@SassySophelia]

Very nice quilting and advice. Thank you for sharing your skills.

[@lindarheault4418]

Thank you for the videos. You inspired me to get going on an easy quilt that I had been reluctant to start. I've done quilt as you go before, but it wasn't much easier than doing it the regular way. I was not happy with the sashing in the QAYG method. I never considered the fusible batting, and haven't found it locally. I did use some spray adhesive. I have started my quilt and your ideas really helped me.

[@OMOROSEVAL]

I've just come across your videos on quilting, I thing they are great , as this is the first quilt that I will have made, you can please some of the people some of the time, and not all of the people all of the time, people don't have to watch them, so just switch off and leave us newbies to learn with ease.

[@brysonwest93]

This is a great approach! (Column by column). I never considered this option, which allows you to quilt across the seam. TFS!

[@jenniferfarsh675]

Thank you for sharing your knowledge. I learned so much.

[@jackietucker8942]

I hope you've earned a nickel for every time I've shared your QAYG by Column. I tell everyone. Not everyone can afford a LA or a fancy machine with a huge 11-16 in throat. You have just made my quilting world so much easier AND saving a ton of cash too.

[@CandyGlendening]

Thanks Jackie! I don't earn a cent from these videos, I've never had the time to figure out how to monetize them. I put these up here originally because it was a way I could host videos for free so my blog readers could see. I love that I've been so helpful to so many people, but to be honest , there's a bunch of hurtful comments on here as well that has completely turned me off to posting videos on KZbin!

[@lorrainecooper266]

@@CandyGlendening and Jackie I am disabled and 80 per cent blind, QAYG is the only way I can still quilt. I have been looking for a simple method and I just LOVE your method and your teaching. I am also on a budget obviously because of the cost of healthcare. One thing I wanted to say even though this is a year old lesson have you considered Patreon? It is a wonderful way for instructors of craft, art, quilting anything that another person would love to do. I pay a monthly amount to two people who are Patrons (not the correct spelling but in English that is the correct spelling) why do I go off on tangents sorry! If you haven't heard of it you set up monetary amounts from $1 buy me a cup of coffee idea or $5, $10, $15 etc. each amount is a subscription that a person can join and leave at anytime without any reason but the Patron (for this I will say you) would have something that includes the level down with an extra perk. So one dollar is just a thank you. The others you might say that 5 dollars gives a members only early sneak peak etc. If you are interested check it out it is so good for me because I have learned so much. God bless you and I hope you continue to do well. Ignore the rude people and just remember that you have made a difference to the life of people life me and your other followers.

[@CandyGlendening]

@@lorrainecooper266 I'm so glad to hear this is helping you continue to do what you love!!!!!

[@joycekwetherbee6030]

Thank you!

[@Charley711away711]

Candy, just to let you know I have shared your video (#1 of 4) so many times for the no sashing method. Thank you for sharing this!

[@dianawright1410]

some creative people s brains work faster than their brains sometimes their thought process needs a moment to catch up . and if you spend alot of time by yourself and don't converse with others the pause happens. people should just enjoy the beautiful free tutorial and look within the person s light . not their imperfections. IT'S NOT VERY GOD LIKE . we should all try to be more CHRIST LIKE. we all fall short and FATHER loves US in spite of our misgivings here on earth. just be thankful . and thank you for your tutorial.

[@janetteaguirre-terry2986]

TFS. Ive made a huge quilt using QAYG method. It was awesome. Thanks again

[@Carol-mv4ly]

Thank you so much for this. Your step by step teaching is excellent. Thanks again.

[@KW-onceuponatime]

Beautiful!!!!! And to the ones who complain about the "umm"s, I like her way of doing it, better than your way of pointing out such a small, tiny, thing to make yourselves feel better. Go pay in person to take a class!!!

[@stilley1966]

Very good video You must be a teacher Thank you

[@sagpwe6559]

This video is very helpful. Thanks for sharing the information.

[@rosemaryschalek3841]

Thank you for this wonderful series of instructional videos!

[@jackietucker8942]

and recommending your videos YET AGAIN. Method is fantastic. Thanks

[@theresafinn4257]

Very interesting take on QAYG. Thank you.

[@TypeOneg]

I do my level best to never quilt as you go in rows and columns. This will give an accordion effect at first glance which can take time to go away. I break the piece into groups of 2-4 blocks and then attach them to each other 4x4 or 2×3 or 3x3. This way eliminates the accordion pleated look when you do it in straight rows and columns. And in fact, I can do panel quilts much the same way.

[@debbiebledsoe6645]

I love this😁

[@jeanneebertrittenhouse8282]

Thank you for sharing.

[@Sarahgrands18]

I enjoyed your tutorial. I watch all 4 and It's certainly doable. Thank you very much for sharing. However I too missed how you handled the backing. I assume you added another piece of backing as you added each section of your quilt, just before the batting. That's what I'm going to try. Thanks again Candy.

[@jeanp6029]

Thank you so much for this information.

[@alicemassie4519]

Wow, just what I was looking for.

[@dorothyknipstrom1460]

Thank you so much I really appreciated you lesson

[@christinemorales8781]

Thank you for your video! It was very informative. 😊

[@petmomful2260]

You are so right. We don't always want sashing. Thanks for the instruction. I will have to try this method!! I want to make more quilts, but I want them to be less complicated now. I like your quilt. I have yet to try fusible batting, but you have inspired me to try it, and your method of quilting. The fusible batting fuses on front and back?

[@debbieporter8610]

lovely colours, Enjoyed watching Ignore the oh so perfect people

[@donnaheflin6312]

Thanks for the lesson! VERY helpful

[@kathysoftsong8224]

This is a great.

[@jackietucker8942]

This method is exactly what I am needing to finish my own very large quilts. I don't want to do the "sashing method" as it takes too much time. There were a couple of very distracting things, but I just fast forwarded on down the road. Problem solved. I'm using the method with some success and will get better with time.

[@simonecarvallhoartes2614]

Belíssimo trabalho 👏👏👏

[@beckyezra1]

Thank you.

[@runslowrunner]

great tutorial. you make it look possible for the home quilter. Your results are beautiful.

[@CGeeThompkins]

Interesting...I came to make a comment and read the chastisement comment from Dawn, et.al. I am a very observant person. But for the life of me I couldn't see anything in her video that was annoying! I decided to read no further and not search. I have a lovely Star quilt top for my grand niece who will be attending college on a scholarship this Fall. Northern Cali can get chilly and she deserves a STAR. But, it would cost me $250+ to have it quilted not including the binding and the shipping from Florida! I needed an alternative. Candy delivered!!! Thx Candy!

[@helenstevenson9008]

Brilliant

[@janisbrown4606]

although the"and um" is distracting I give you credit for trying. You will improve as you go girl so don't listen to the negative stuff. There will always be that type around. Their opinion means something only if you let it. I appreciate the work you did. Janis

[@Gayle8675309]

Awesome video! Thank you so much for making it! :)

[@angelastone6239]

Thank you Candy, your videos are just what l have been looking for, l have spent a lot of time trying To figure out how to quilt as you go without the joining strips (sashing) between. So must try this out on a quilt l have just started.

[@marylandsmann1175]

Thank you great video

[@willnewman6717]

What do you think about basting, with very large stitches, along the side that the next column will be added to instead of leaving it free?

[@sandyaxner7381]

Great tutorial

[@lorrainecooper266]

Hugs and many thanks you are very much appreciated. I left a comment further down in a reply. Bye for now.

[@menofairy]

Good job

[@conniejd8046]

I'm going to try your idea and I'm excited about it. I don't know if you have tried to use a pool noodle to roll-up your quilt as it goes past your machine. It helps me. Is there a limit on the size of your quilt squares you put together to make a larger square to quilt as you go? I can't wait to try it. Your the best 🙂🧓God Bless.

[@susanchase7880]

I'm getting my supplies ready to qayg using your system. But I ran across a comment by the National Quilters Circle that you should never use the fusible batting because it can turn brittle after washing. Have you ever run across this problem with your own quilts? The batting package indicates that the 'glue' washes right out. I'm getting confused.........

[@coleencoleman710]

can u please tell me this pattern that u used for quilt

[@whosintheyardnow_]

This is such a beautiful colorful quilt! I love the Iron!

[@donnarichey144]

You are doing columns up and down or across?

[@pv5719]

Loved this tutorial Candy, thank you so much, it was very helpful and I look forward to following your expertise. I am wondering how you do the outside edges of the borders, do they have to have binding? That is one job I dislike LOL. Thank you again so much, your video was awesome.

[@Gwendolena1]

Candy did you re-iron the panel to re-stick the quilt top and batting together, does the batting do that? thanks for the video very interesting take on quilt as you go.

[@Sharon-pb7so]

gwendolen chaperon She did reiron it. That was truly the only thing I got from this video.

[@lindielee6322]

Spray Batting should only be done outside.