Rag Quilting FASTER with Lea Louise's PROVEN Techniques

[@InspiredQuiltingbyLeaLouise]

Get a FREE PRINTABLE TUTORIAL for a variation of this quilt here: inspired-quilting-by-lea-louise.ck.page/c38ffedee6 Happy Quilting, Lea Louise

[@sandracedar368]

How very sweet & generous of you. Thank you 🫶

[@carolsimpson2448]

I can understand all your lessons, because I’m a new quit maker I make mistakes all the time. It’s so refreshing to see when you make a mistake, you don’t cut it out like others do for filming. You always show us how to correct it. Your my hero!

[@InspiredQuiltingbyLeaLouise]

As long as I get a pretty, cape to wear, Carol! So glad you're learning a lot. For me seeing how NOT to do something is the best way to learn to do it the correct way. Some how we always remember the mistakes! 😂 Love your comment! Thanks for watching. Happy Quilting, Lea Louise

[@kcoombs72]

I agree I am also a new quilter and I am really enjoying learning from this lady as I sew. I appreciate as well you show us how to correct mistakes and make everything look so beautiful. I love the boarders. Thank you so much!

[@marilynlautner2454]

I like it!!

[@tanyatate4393]

I do reverse rag quilts with flannel and I use a solid color flannel for my "batting" layer because it is colored on both front and back instead of white on the back side!

[@sharonurwiller1166]

I love your strip rag quilt, and the timesaving ideas that go along with it. I'm sure the border will help stabilize the the edges, and is so cute. I like to make flannel rag quilts, and also use the same fabrics for sets of burp-cloths to give to new moms along with baby quilts. One money saving tip, is to use solid color flannel fabric for the middle layer. Solid color flannel is often less expensive than the cute prints. I bought a bolt of solid white flannel to use in my projects. Another fun idea is to use a zinger color in the middle layer. For example, a layer of aqua or purple between the pinks and grays of this quilt gives a fun pop of color that is only seen in the ragging.

[@InspiredQuiltingbyLeaLouise]

Thanks for the great tips, Sharon! This was really inexpensive fabric I bought with extra coupons and got a great deal. I don't generally put the 'good' stuff in the middle! 😂 Thanks so much for watching! Happy Quilting, Lea Louise

[@taraiza878]

Thank you Sharon

[@rhondaroberts9581]

I really liked this tutorial! And the finished quilt is beautiful ❤️!

[@InspiredQuiltingbyLeaLouise]

Glad you enjoyed it, Rhonda! Even better is how easy it is! Thanks so much for watching! Happy Quilting, Lea Louise

[@wilycat5290]

I really like your rag quilt method.....fast & easy. Thank you for the video 😊

[@InspiredQuiltingbyLeaLouise]

Glad it was helpful! It's a great pattern for an adorable quilt. Hope you get to try it soon! Thanks for watching. Happy Quilting, Lea Louise

[@juliecaywood8083]

This is the "final" piece for my 1st. rag 1quilt, makes such a difference! Thank you, great tutorial! Ready for the next one. I have been quilting for years and really enjoyed something new.

[@InspiredQuiltingbyLeaLouise]

Glad you enjoyed my tutorial, Julie! Thanks so much for watching! Happy Quilting, Lea Louise

[@susangarner3906]

Love you videos.

[@InspiredQuiltingbyLeaLouise]

Glad you like them, Susan! Thanks so much for following along. Happy Quilting, Lea Louise

[@phyllisdippert2216]

What a great way to make a rag quilt. Will try this way sometime. Thanks!!

[@InspiredQuiltingbyLeaLouise]

Glad to hear that, Phyllis! It's a perfect baby quilt and so easy to make. Thanks so much for watching! Happy Quilting, Lea Louise

[@susanbischoff8708]

Beautiful

[@dawnplough1458]

Thank you for all your great ideas. You do beautiful work 😊

[@cleverett2002]

Love this tutorial! You have inspired so many good ideas about how to use these precious quilts! Thanks for your awesome video!

[@InspiredQuiltingbyLeaLouise]

You are so welcome! Sometimes a few small changes can make such a difference! Thanks so much for watching! Happy Quilting, Lea Louise

[@lesleygilbert1945]

As always; some great tips and 2 pretty quilts for all that work 🥰

[@InspiredQuiltingbyLeaLouise]

A great win all around, Lesley! thanks for following along. Happy Quilting, Lea Louise

[@beckyvillines1613]

I bought those same rag snips because you recommended them before. I love them, thank you!! I love all of your tutorials also!!

[@InspiredQuiltingbyLeaLouise]

Yay! Thank you for your awesome support, Becky! These snippers make rag quilting so much quicker and incredibly easier on my hands. Glad you love them, too! Happy Quilting, Lea Louise

[@BettyRich]

Can’t wait to try this. Your tutorials are very easy to follow and they contain so many rich nuggets to assist a newbie like me!

[@InspiredQuiltingbyLeaLouise]

Great to hear, Betty! You'll enjoy making this quilt and will love the results. Thanks so much for watching! Happy Quilting, Lea Louise

[@SusanYonan]

I really enjoy your videos. I am just learning to quilt and I have learned so much! You are an excellent teacher! I love how you show us how to fix mistakes and I also appreciate that you tell us what size needles to use - very helpful! Thank you! The baby rag quilts turned out beautiful.

[@InspiredQuiltingbyLeaLouise]

I'm so glad my videos are helpful! After a bit of time, you come to realize that it's through the mistakes that you really begin how everything all goes together. So don't worry about mistakes, they can be fixed. Just keep quilting! Thanks so much for watching! Happy Quilting, Lea Louise

[@pennyweightman8731]

Love love love the border❤

[@InspiredQuiltingbyLeaLouise]

Glad you enjoyed this, Penny! It's certainly a fun finish. Happy Quilting, Lea Louise

[@helenkeesee4204]

Thank you so much. ❤. I’ve been searching for the right video for me. I’ve made several rag quilts and have two on order now! I really learned a lot from you!!😊❤❤

[@InspiredQuiltingbyLeaLouise]

Yay! So glad it was helpful, Helen! Sounds like you're on a roll - have fun! Thanks so much for watching. Be sure to check back for more quilting inspiration! Happy Quilting, Lea Louise

[@traci7375]

pretty quilt! thanks for the tips!

[@InspiredQuiltingbyLeaLouise]

You are so welcome, Traci! Glad you enjoyed watching. Happy Quilting, Lea Louise

[@jozeedz9549]

Great video!! Will be trying this method. Thanks!

[@InspiredQuiltingbyLeaLouise]

You'll love how easy it is! Thanks so much for watching! Happy Quilting, Lea Louise

[@pamboone6921]

Hi Lea Louise, Oh these baby quilts are definitely a win win, I love them! Good job, really enjoying your videos! You’re a great teacher. I’ll be trying this method before to long. Thanks for sharing! Stay safe and God Bless ❤

[@InspiredQuiltingbyLeaLouise]

Glad you like them, Pam! They are adorable. Thanks so much for watching! Happy Quilting, Lea Louise

[@Sewwithdebee]

Excellent will give this a go❤

[@InspiredQuiltingbyLeaLouise]

You'll love how quickly it will finish up, Debee! Thanks for following along. Happy Quilting, Lea Louise

[@taraiza878]

Thank you ❤️

[@darlenebullington6202]

Beautiful!! Great video

[@sharonleib7832]

Good tutorial

[@InspiredQuiltingbyLeaLouise]

Thanks, Sharon! Rag quilts are a favorite of mine b/c they are so easy to make. Glad you enjoyed my tutorial! Thanks for watching. Happy Quilting, Lea Louise

[@victoriarogers7037]

Thanks!

[@victoriarogers7037]

Thank you so much for your Rag Quilt videos…. Soooooo helpful! I am learning and I can do this!!

[@InspiredQuiltingbyLeaLouise]

You absolutely can do this, Victoria! Using strips is fast and easy. Have fun making your own! Thanks for watching. Happy Quilting, Lea Louise

[@InspiredQuiltingbyLeaLouise]

Thanks for you generosity and support, Victoria! You are greatly appreciated! Happy Quilting, Lea Louise

[@ellebrown6560]

I'm so glad as a beginner you covered regarding different size needles. What a huge help! I've just been usingSchmetz Universal Needles and haven't been paying attn to size, so thank you very much for that!! I love all your tips, I love how not all fabric edges have to be ramrod straight/even with the bottom edge, as long as they're close. Love how you show mistakes are made and how to fix them. Love love love your videos!! I do have a question. How do you keep, once you have it sewn on, your border from wanting to fall backwards on itself? Normally my mind goes to attaching border to the quilt and then bringing it around to the front, and sew again on front side of quilt(kindof like in binding) in order to keep it lying flat?

[@InspiredQuiltingbyLeaLouise]

All my recent rag quilts have borders, Ellen. For me, I appreciate how borders reinforce the outer edges that may otherwise come apart after use and multiple washings. Rag quilt borders don't need to be wide. Actually I've found that the narrow widths work best. If you find you're borders feel a bit flimsy, just add an extra layer of flannel inside. That will give it more substance. Plus the stitching I do on the border before attaching it also helps keep it flat. There's a row of stitching down the center to keep the fabrics together, plus another row on each side of center. The outer stitching is about an inch from the edge so it doesn't get caught up in the seam. Give it a try and let me know how it works for you. I also recommend using a walking foot on your rag quilts. It's makes such an improvement keeping your fabrics together as you sew. Thank you so much for following along! Happy Quilting, Lea Louise

[@3catmom]

This is so nice. Love how it turned out. I was wondering how to make it larger doing stripes.

[@InspiredQuiltingbyLeaLouise]

You and me both, GG! When I realized making it longer wasn't going to look good another idea came to me. I have some more flannel on the shelf and will see just what I can come up with. 😊 There are always so many more quilts than there are days in the week! But I promise I'll get there. Thanks so much for watching! Happy Quilting, Lea Louise

[@3catmom]

@@InspiredQuiltingbyLeaLouise So if you sew it in quarters like you would a around the world quilt 36 + 36 by 42 + 42 or does that not make any sense? I'm trying to visually see this in my head. Guess I will get paper and color pencils out see possibly what it would look like. You would have a horizontal line in middle. I don't know, maybe one quarter going vertical with the other horizontal and then opposite with the other half. LOL, oh boy that just sounded good but reality would have to add more stripes to the horizontal side. 🤯

[@louisegross3794]

Wonderful teaching.

[@InspiredQuiltingbyLeaLouise]

Thank you, Louise! Sure appreciate you watching! Happy Quilting, Lea Louise

[@ОльгаВоронина-э4я]

Браво 👏 Спасибо большое

[@InspiredQuiltingbyLeaLouise]

Thank you! 💖 Happy Quilting, Lea Louise

[@aicepsychology]

I have time to make a comment during the 3 minute ads 😂.. just want to see the quilt being made!

[@mkleadrs]

I previously made a 3 layer rag quilt as you've described - it's wonderful! However, it is very heavy for Arizona weather. Do you think 2 layers of flannel will be too flimsy, or equally nice but lighter weight? I've got the strips cut, but am tempted to only go with 2 layers of fabric.

[@leahlynn8492]

I love watching this video so many time's so adorable ❤ can you please Can you add when your sewing the border onto the edge of the quilt. Please Was that. Cotton fabrics.

[@InspiredQuiltingbyLeaLouise]

So glad you're enjoying this tutorial, Leah! This quilt is made with quilting cotton fabric on top and cotton flannel on back. It's a bit lighter weight than using all flannel. I'll be working on the lap quilt tutorial for you and will definitely show the borders. Thanks so much for following along! Happy Quilting, Lea Louise

[@abr6480]

How would you do this for a bigger size rag quilt , with that fabric?

[@InspiredQuiltingbyLeaLouise]

Great question! That's exactly what I thought when I decided to make two baby quilts. This WOF will only make a 40" wide quilt. While you can add borders, it may still not be a good size for an adult. Alternatively you can buy yardage in the length you want you quilt to be. Then cut your fabric the long way with the selvage to get nice long strips. I think that would work nicely. BUT, I have another idea I want to try. There's some more flannel on the shelf, so I'll be getting to that one soon. 😊 Thanks so much for watching! Happy Quilting, Lea Louise

[@nancy9478]

I added borders. Another way to do it is stagger them. You will need extra yardage for this. Sew your wof strips, even the edges. Sew another set and cut them to the border width you want (or do that beforehand). Sew them, matching the seams, or cut the top strip and add extra to the bottom strip so the seams do not match. Lea will demonstrate this, I hope. (Pretty please?😊)

[@anitagreen7425]

Great idea... please do

[@jeanfletcher3223]

You did a "Julia Child" here's what not to do and how to fix it! Good job!

[@InspiredQuiltingbyLeaLouise]

Great compliment, Jean! She's a favorite of mine!! Showing mistakes is the best way to learn and you'll see many in my videos. It's also good for a laugh as we all can relate to some of those silly things we do. Thanks so much for watching! Be sure to check back for more quilting inspiration! Happy Quilting, Lea Louise

[@barbarahutton108]

I have made a few quits; taken a class or two... Karen Kay Buckley, for example. Washing fabric w/o softener. Pressing is essential. Quilt shops are the best stores to purchase fabric. I've not seen this procedure of f quilting, anxious to see results. This comment is not really meant as criticism only as to what I have been taught and have done. Have a blessed day.

[@InspiredQuiltingbyLeaLouise]

Thanks for sharing, Barbara! Rag quilt are generally washed after being made in order to get those frayed edges. Additionally the bit of shrinkage that occurs will 'puff' up the fabric between the stitching line. It a fun and super simple way to make a quick quilt. Thanks so much for watching! Happy Quilting, Lea Louise

[@johnnierogers4339]

How did you sew the border on.

[@InspiredQuiltingbyLeaLouise]

Check out this video link, Johnnie. kzbin.info/www/bejne/gHm0k4mMn9aLb5o It shows how to align the border then you'll just sew it on the same way the seams are sewn together. Borders really add a nice finishing touch to a rag quilt. Appreciate you watching! Happy Quilting, Lea Louise

[@delraedillon9955]

Can I dry the rug quilt in the sun as my tumbledryer is broken

[@pamela3090]

What is link for clippers for rag quilt?

[@InspiredQuiltingbyLeaLouise]

Hi Pamela, the link is include below. Thanks so much for watching! Happy Quilting, Rag Quilt Snippers: amzn.to/3EZqMCz Lea Louise

[@cbmblm2]

Can i make a rag quilt using non flannel cotton material.

[@InspiredQuiltingbyLeaLouise]

Absolutely! A couple popular fabrics to use are denim and corduroy. But cotton also works great for a nice light-weight quilt. Have fun and thanks for watching! Happy Quilting, Lea Louise

[@dorothybentley6429]

How many times do you was and dry your rag quilt ?

[@barbaranorth3581]

how to order pattern. I ordered this pattern from someone else on Etsy and after contacting Etsy and seller still never received so am glad to see it here

[@InspiredQuiltingbyLeaLouise]

This is a free tutorial, Barbara. Just check out this link inspired-quilting-by-lea-louise.ck.page/c38ffedee6 Have fun making your quilt! Thanks for watching and Happy Quilting, Lea Louise

[@erlinepruitt3626]

❤️👍👍👍❤️👋👋👋❤️

[@InspiredQuiltingbyLeaLouise]

So glad you enjoyed this tutorial, Erline! Rag quilts are fun to make and even better when it's quick and simple. Thanks so much for watching! Happy Quilting, Lea Louise

[@TinaHopson-cp5uz]

Tried clicking to get the free printable pattern and it takes me to a Christmas tree pattern that is not free...just fyi.

[@reneasmith1588]

How do you clean up the mess in your washing machine? Lol

[@InspiredQuiltingbyLeaLouise]

Generally there are a few small pieces left that I just wipe out, Renea. Clipping the seams at 1/4-inch keeps the waste pieces quilt small so they can be drained away. It's the dryer lint trap that gets full fast. I always empty it after about 15-20 minutes then finish the drying cycle. The messiest are denim quilts as those threads like to get knotted up! A sharp pair of scissors takes care of that quickly! Thanks so much for watching. Happy Quilting, Lea Louise

[@lourdescastaneda4072]

Quilting math is confusing 😢. Help me out Ms. Lee Louise. You say you will get 2 strips of 3 per fabric. But your fimished product has only 1 strip of fabric (3/1). Does that mean you have you have enough strips of 3 to make 2 rag quilts?

[@InspiredQuiltingbyLeaLouise]

Here's how I cut this quilt for 16 rows or strips of across. Thanks for watching! There are 2 Finished Rows each of 8 different fabrics. For each of your fabrics, cut enough strips for 2 rows. Each row has 3 layers- top, middle & back. You'll need a total of 6 strips for 2 rows. That's a total of 48 strips for one quilt that measures about 40" x 64". Happy Quilting, Lea Louise

[@lourdescastaneda4072]

@@InspiredQuiltingbyLeaLouise thank you

[@lifehappens587]

You had me until the border debacle, so much talking, repeating, I had to leave. I should have mentioned that I’m a novice :) lol

[@InspiredQuiltingbyLeaLouise]

Thanks for hanging in! Happy Quilting, Lea Louise

[@pennyobrien5641]

Fast Forward past the repetitive. On to the High Points!

[@lucycburton-johnson5757]

Border questions. I see that you joined the border to the quilt using the border seam closest to the quilt and will repeat all along the quilt, starting with the long sides. I understand clipping the quilt edge and border fabric together. How do I secure the bottom part of the border strip. I'm stuck here. All I visualize is the bottom of the strip hanging loosely. Thank you for your reply.

[@melindamcnemar112]

She did 3 rows of sewing on border strips . 29:39 area of the video.

[@FiveCaturdaysAgo]

You should ask for a refund…. Oh wait…

[@victoriarogers7037]

Thanks!

[@InspiredQuiltingbyLeaLouise]

Thank you for your generous gift, Victoria! I appreciate it very much. Sure appreciate you following along. Happy Quilting, Lea Louise