Quilting Shapes in Spaces

This video was part of an online class I taught a few years ago and while that class is no longer available, the techniques I use here can be used anywhere. We manipulate curls as free motion, in a narrow border, on a spine, in a medallion and in an odd shape mixed with leaves. I hope you enjoy!
Don't forget to like and subscribe and if you've got quilty friends you think will benefit, be a good friend and share with them! Have a fabulous day. :)

[@emmakaar]

Thanks for these great videos! Still watching, a few years later 😊

[@whirlsnswirlsquilting4362]

Awe! That makes me happy! Thank you Emma. :)

[@joankiely3614]

You are indeed a fabulous quilter & a truly great teacher. You have certainly found your calling 💕💕. Enjoying your videos so much. Cheers 😊💕🥰❤️😍😘

[@whirlsnswirlsquilting4362]

Thank you so much Joan! I really appreciate the kind words! ❤️❤️❤️

[@valeriecaputa713]

You have a wonderful way of explaining things. I tried swirls from another instructor but felt unsure where to put the "hook". Your swirl and over the top clicked for me. I went from too much thinking to flowing. With your tutorials my quilting has improved. Thank you!

[@whirlsnswirlsquilting4362]

Oh that makes me happy!! Thanks Valerie! I'm really glad you had that light bulb moment 😊❤️

[@lyndaengland349]

Informative tutorial. Thanks for sharing..

[@Veolfa]

Bloody amazing. Thanks for the thoughts and ideas.

[@deloreshobbs6260]

This video is so helpful and encouraging!

[@whirlsnswirlsquilting4362]

Thank you Delores!

[@SuperBettyboop23]

Beautiful work thanks for sharing !🧵✂️🥰

[@joannfoley1137]

Thank you for your video. Always learn something new from you.

[@whirlsnswirlsquilting4362]

Awesome :)

[@catherinemccurdy7518]

I love how you framed your quilting. So beautiful. 🤩

[@brendasierdsma3509]

This is an awesome instructional video, so very helpful. I don’t have a long arm, but have been able to convert these things using my sit-down mid arm and would encourage others to try, even on a regular domestic machine. Thank you for sharing your excellent talent. It is greatly appreciated.

[@whirlsnswirlsquilting4362]

I'm so happy you're adapting the techniques to sit down! I keep saying it's possible so you are proof! :D

[@robynchristie9282]

I’m a symmetrical quilter as well and I’m trying to be ok with not being symmetrical. Every time I gift a quilt or a piece of quilted art, I practice not pointing out the things I feel I didn’t do well on, or places I didn’t like how it turned out. I have to tell myself that in the grand scheme of a piece of quilted art, no one but me will ever notice the bumbles. I’m still working on being ok with bumbles. It’s a struggle. Thank you for such a great video. I have learned so much from you, and I look forward to learning more.

[@whirlsnswirlsquilting4362]

Sometimes you just have to let the need for perfection go and enjoy the organic nature of freehand and NEVER point out what you perceive to be 'mistakes' or flaws. It's all part of what makes freehand quilting so darn awesome! ;)

[@bapekar02]

Thank you for such a great tutorial ❤️

[@whirlsnswirlsquilting4362]

You're welcome!

[@larissawangarodskaya4371]

Спасибо за такой прекрасный урок и советы!

[@whirlsnswirlsquilting4362]

Рад что вам понравилось!

[@maureenmcnamee6386]

This was a great video. I was looking for something like this today - good instruction. Hope you keep making/posting more. I like your style.

[@whirlsnswirlsquilting4362]

Thank you!

[@showmegalusa4521]

Thank you. Being a symmetrical type of longarmer you just showed me it is okay not be symmetrical. Going to go longarm playtime now.

[@whirlsnswirlsquilting4362]

Enjoy playtime!

[@lisetabercrittersninkdesig7911]

Awesome video. Thanks Tracey!

[@whirlsnswirlsquilting4362]

Thank you my friend!

[@jackycordell7464]

I love your videos and getting your knowledge. Thank you.

[@whirlsnswirlsquilting4362]

Thank you Jacky!

[@deliaramirez6044]

I just want to thank you for the videos. I’ve been binge watching your videos. I’m now following you on Facebook too. I can’t wait to put some of your tutorials onto my quilt. I just received a long arm. Thank you, thank you, thank you 😊

[@whirlsnswirlsquilting4362]

You are so welcome! I'm so happy the videos are helping! :)

[@lizzicondon589]

Love your videos and learn so much. Hope you consider making more of these videos.

[@whirlsnswirlsquilting4362]

Lots more coming!

[@patriciathompson6056]

My longarm is on order. I purposefully opted not to add digital component be cause my style is balanced organic. Thanks for this video that resonates with my style.

[@whirlsnswirlsquilting4362]

Woohoo! Enjoy your new machine! :)

[@dhscts]

This is great, Thanks

[@cutekatmom]

Great video. You are a great teacher. Thanks for sharing your knowledge

[@whirlsnswirlsquilting4362]

Awe! Thank you so much cutekatmom! I appreciate that!

[@wandablack905]

Your designs are beautiful and you are such an inspiration! Keep making videos!

[@whirlsnswirlsquilting4362]

Thank you so much Wanda!

[@stephanniemetz3610]

Wow! Goals!

[@Westernwilson]

This was lovely! Would you consider posting a vlog on the basic freehand fillers that every new longarmer should focus on learning to build their skills and repertoire?

[@whirlsnswirlsquilting4362]

@westernwilson Have a look through all of the videos on my channel! I did 100 designs in 100 days...4 times! There's TONS of filler and allover design ideas for you. I have also just started filming a new series of videos coming soon too so there's lots more to come! :)

[@donnahixon3643]

I like the split screen.

[@geniaginevan6376]

I just found you and totally love the way you teach.

[@whirlsnswirlsquilting4362]

Awe! Thank you so much Genia! I'm happy you found me and enjoy the videos. :)

[@sandan2358]

The green on black shows up well.

[@whirlsnswirlsquilting4362]

Kyrptonite is my FAVOURITE Glide colour!:D

[@user-ts1yq9qc2s]

О,бьютифл! Супер! Вот бы поучиться у вас!😍❤💙💚💚💚👍👍👍

[@whirlsnswirlsquilting4362]

Спасибо огромное!

[@user-ts1yq9qc2s]

@@whirlsnswirlsquilting4362 доброе утро! Вы прекрасно говорите на русском языке!😍👍✌

[@geniaginevan6376]

You are fantastic

[@whirlsnswirlsquilting4362]

:) Thank you!

[@donnahixon3643]

Great video

[@whirlsnswirlsquilting4362]

Thanks!

[@jefferyyasenchok3521]

Tracey, I’m always impressed by your videos, if you don’t mind me asking, what are you using to video your quilting and how do you attach it to the machine? You videos are always done very well. Thank You for your time.

[@sewrobyn4556]

LOVE your videos. I learn so much because free motion quilting is my passion. If I may ask, what is the blue device connected to your long arm handles?

[@whirlsnswirlsquilting4362]

Thank you so much Robyn! I'm glad you are enjoying them! :)

[@Deeloveshergoldies]

Awesome. What brand was that fine white pencil you used?

[@whirlsnswirlsquilting4362]

It's a Bohin mechanical chalk pencil.

[@janwebster3749]

I have only just found you and I am new to longarm quilting this is just what I need. Thank you You refer to your drawing lesson where can I found that please. Jan

[@whirlsnswirlsquilting4362]

The drawing lessons were only for the students who took the class originally. I'm glad you like the video and I hope it helps with your new learning curve!

[@janwebster3749]

Thank you

[@donnastjules8157]

Love this design. Do you always take your stitch regulator off when you do curls, swirls, etc? Is that why I get eye lashes?

[@whirlsnswirlsquilting4362]

I always work my freehand quilting in manual mode. For me, it's the most comfortable. Eye lashes can be caused by going too fast in a small area. It has to do with needle flex. Just low down a bit and you should be good.

[@scrappinvt]

Is this online class still available? Love this!

[@whirlsnswirlsquilting4362]

This particular one isn't but I do have another online class available on my website Pat! You can check it out at www.whirlsnswirlsquilting.ca. :)

[@user-wt1du5nu8b]

🙏👍👏👏👏🎉❗❗❗

[@deliaramirez6044]

What is the best thread to quilt with?

[@whirlsnswirlsquilting4362]

I use all different kinds of thread. Experiment with different weights and colours and have fun with it!

[@deliaramirez6044]

@@whirlsnswirlsquilting4362 I've learned so much from watching you

[@deliaramirez6044]

Thank you