Ragged Edge Kawandi. A New Spin on Creating a Kawandi

#kawandi #scrapquilting
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Today's Video is another version of How To make a Kawandi (Quilt). This one is definitely not in the Traditional fashion but I hope you enjoy watching my process!
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[@janetvisochi-baum7572]

i absolutely love this Jeri - i pray one day i will be able to create again - after the unexpected passing of my husband 2 weeks ago - i feel empty - thank you for these inspiring videos - be well xx

[@JeriBellini]

Janet, I didn't know... I'm so so very sorry for your loss. Sending prayers and hugs to you. ❤️❤️❤️

[@janetvisochi-baum7572]

@@JeriBellini thank you xx

[@donnalewis2858]

Sending my love your way.

[@Loriann3616]

Sending so much love!

[@l.m.o.8948]

So sorry to hear about your loss. Hand stitching will help your mind to heal too. I did counted cross stitch when my heart was broke at the loss of my dog. 🇨🇦. Attached my work to a quilt I have.

[@bossandcharlie]

I always think out of the box!!

[@JeriBellini]

That's awesome, not everyone does! 💜

[@invisible4445]

OMG, I am so glad to see this video today! I just finished a Boro inspired wall hanging today that is very similar, all raw edges, but I stitched each patch separately using a Sashiko inspired stitch pattern. It didn’t occur to me that I could do this with the Kawandi style stitching! After I finished the piece, I laid out (all over my workroom) all kinds of fabric that I was planning to use for a piece following the method in your previous video, but now I need to reconsider that! LOL. I absolutely love the freedom of creating with raw edges. Tomorrow I need to work on felting my wool for the backing and then I’m off and stitching. Thanks Jeri. Clearly your videos are going to keep me busy. 😂

[@JeriBellini]

It really makes my heart so happy when I hear this! To create is a gift from above and I’m so happy I inspired you. 🩷 (everyone gets a pink heart this week in memory of my mom)

[@images7utube]

Oh how fun and creative! Never gave a thought to raw edges or wool.....COASTERS?!?..... what a great idea. Thank you for another wonderful video.

[@JeriBellini]

You are so welcome! My brain never shuts off! ❤️

[@nancymathisen9707]

I recently started sewing a kawandi for the first time, sticking to the traditional methods as much as I can in order to learn the process, but have already been thinking about how adaptable the technique can be in conjunction with other methods. I like the way you’ve adapted it here. It’s like a hybrid of boro with kawandi techniques. Thanks for sharing your ideas.

[@JeriBellini]

Thank you so much for getting that! This technique is totally inspired by the Kawandi quilting method and I love tradition but honestly the only person I would trust is Margaret, the woman that went to see the Siddi people to learn the real way to do it. I've looked at a bunch of videos and everyone veers off a bit. I had FUN making this and that is my goal here on my channel, to INSPIRE people to create, something. Love the way you expressed that, thank you for being here! 🩷

[@lmaner2393]

Love this! I’m just getting into slow stitching and discovered you very recently and I think this is the third video of yours that I’ve watched. I wanted to say I love your videos and the way you present. I’m 57 and menopausal - and possibly ADHD -so I totally understand the “brain stall”, jumping thoughts, getting off track, forgetting, etc., etc! What I do NOT understand is why people have to leave their crappy, unproductive, unkind, negative comments. Sc@w those people and their unhappiness!!! Keep being you, we’re here cheering for you, you beautiful person!! ❤

[@JeriBellini]

I'm in love with my community! You guys are so supportive, I thank you for your beautiful uplifting comment! Sending hugs! 🩵

[@julieholleran974]

Love this idea as I am a real "raw edge" fan...made a Jude Hill raw edges woven quilt years ago--what fun... thanks so much for this video hugs, Julierose 🥰

[@JeriBellini]

You are so welcome! Love Jude! I bet your quilt is amazing! ❤️ If you decide to join our FB community you will have to show it to me!

[@sharoncooper9593]

You are absolutely adorable and your tips and sewing are brilliant! Thank you for taking your time to instruct us on a awesome craft!

[@JeriBellini]

Adorable?!!! ♥️♥️♥️ (Brian are you reading this? LOL) My husband reads the comments too! Thank you for such a wonderful comment! And Thanks for being here!

[@stitchann]

Love LOVE lOVE IT.

[@JeriBellini]

So Happy!!! Thank you! 💗

[@deborahmeyer-y4m]

I like the idea of raw edges. I love the texture it gives and the seams aren't so thick. Thank you!

[@JeriBellini]

You are so welcome! ❤️

[@teriwhidden9178]

Love all the colors and cannot wait to see what you make with all the thread wads (strings)!!! Thank you for another great video with all the tips!!!

[@JeriBellini]

You are so welcome! I'm so glad you liked it and thanks for being here! ❤️

[@Jbstan7]

brilliant. my effort to make a Kawandi piece was all tight perfectionist stuff. authentic [as if]. set free now to rebel in the coolest way. thank you!!!

[@JeriBellini]

Well said! I love it... Have at it and have FUN! ❤️

[@jerimiller3017]

Greetings from another Jeri! I chanced upon your video tonight when I was working on my first Kawandi projt, a table runner. Your video answered so many questions for me-- such as how to start my thread between layers and how to bury the knot when changing thread;. I had seen a blurb somewhere about ragged ledge kawandi, and was looking for it. The traditional type with turned-over edges is so much harder to quilt, and I absolutely love the soft look the ragged edge provides. Your instructions were concise and your stitching is beautiful! I have already done about four rows of stitching on the table runner, but I think I will tear the rest of the pieces and finish the center with ragged edges. I may even get to finish it in this lifetime! Thank you for your excellent instructions. I have subscribed because I don't want to miss another of your wonderful videos! Can't wait to see what you do with all the scrap threads!

[@JeriBellini]

thanks so much for saying hi and leaving a wonderful message! I'm glad you enjoyed the video, thank you for watching! 💛

[@ginaashby6782]

Was jst waiting to see a raw edge kawandi quilt video 👍 awsome now I can start a quilt wth all my thousands of charms scraps & old clothes thnx for sharing Jeri luv it ❤

[@JeriBellini]

Oh I'm so glad! Have fun starting your new project! 🩵

[@debzehr3244]

Love the ragged edge. 💖💖💖

[@JeriBellini]

Yes, so easy to stitch! ❤️❤️❤️

[@thereseann424]

I'm almost done with my first kawandi, folding under the edges. I love this frayed look, great idea!

[@JeriBellini]

Have Fun with it, I hope you try the ragged one. 🩷

[@GingerMangie]

I loved the video and especially the wool backing as well as the raw edge!!!

[@JeriBellini]

Yay! Thank you! I'm glad you enjoyed it. 💛

[@liesesadler5295]

My grandmother taught me to reel off a yard of cloth by holding the end the cloth, yarn, etc at the tip of the nose, looking sideways to the left then extend the right arm with the cloth along the edge out to the right side. The amount that I measure off is exactly 36”

[@JeriBellini]

Grandmothers know things!!! ❤️

[@gloriaurban4389]

I love this raw edge Kawandi variation. Thank you for sharing your tips.

[@JeriBellini]

You are so welcome! I'm glad you enjoyed it! 💜

[@evocationart8370]

Great tip about hiding the knots I’m slow stitching a lap quilt at the moment and this has really helped. When it’s finished I will do one of these. Love the raw edge I always rip fabric and take delight in how it looks. 😊❤

[@JeriBellini]

I'm glad you found it helpful and I love the ripped edges on fabric too! 🩵

[@nevilgrubb]

I have about ten quilts tops ready to quilt but once I am done with them I am going to do this! I have so many cotton scraps and wool pieces!! This is awesome ❣️

[@JeriBellini]

10!!!! Holy smokes! God Bless you! Keep stitching! 🩵

[@PiNkSpRinkLe1]

I love this because all of those folded edges and corners were hard to hand stitch through. Thanks for the idea.

[@JeriBellini]

You are so welcome, unconventional but if it gets you stitching I'm happy! 🩷

[@thereseann424]

And I love your fabric choices!!

[@JeriBellini]

oh thanks, I love purple! 🩷

[@llamamamadeb]

Love this Jeri, thank you!!!

[@JeriBellini]

Oh so glad you liked it! Thank you!! ❤️

[@joydavis3089]

Thank you so much for your very informative and enjoyable video. Ive been wanting to make one of these for a while now. If I do I will send you a picture. I really appreciate all of the work and discipline you put into making your videos.

[@JeriBellini]

Oh thank you so very much! They do bring me joy! Have a great weekend! 🩵

[@minkaf4243]

Excellent! Thank you ❤

[@JeriBellini]

Thank you Minkaf! 💛💛💛

[@lalagamma4452]

Beautiful and very informative Jeri. I'm thrilled you are back. Huge HUGS! Namesta 🐞🐞🐞"There'll always be serendipity involved in discovery".

[@JeriBellini]

Love you Lala! 🐞 back at you! Thanks for being here! ❤❤❤

[@dreamtshirt]

I’ve just found your channel and love what you’re doing.

[@JeriBellini]

So glad you found me, thanks for letting me know! I put out a new video each friday around 5pm EST. ❤️

[@cathywhitney8194]

I love your rebel version Jeri. I've always been a fan of torn edges so it's a win from my point of view. Looking forward to seeing what you make of your thread nests too. At least that's what I've always called them because they always remind me of bird nests. ❤

[@JeriBellini]

I have more ideas than time Cathy! And I love raw edges and anything that looks used and worn. ❤️

[@annazucca7177]

Brava bello unica,,

[@JeriBellini]

💜💜💜

[@MrsLovelyPendragon]

I’m sure you know this Jeri, but for others this tip may be helpful, If you use a weavers knot to join the thread to the back of the scrap of fabric you not only save on thread but also use a different color thread as well. For those unfamiliar, look up _weavers knot_ or here’s a link to a great tutorial where you can find it kzbin.info/www/bejne/nGbGf5awgJmjbK8si=k-vBAyjBPw_8jTiE *Note* Jeri’s method of hiding the knot _between the fabric_ so it is not seen of the back of your work. So excited I’ve found your channel today I’m binge watching 😂 Great Video ❤

[@JeriBellini]

Thank you for posting this info Mrs Lovely, I really appreciate that and I'm sure others will as well. 🩷 🩷

[@TanyaMcGuire]

hi Jeri having spray sizing instead of starch builds up less and you do not get any yellowing. I used it lots when I taught classes try it sometime

[@JeriBellini]

Hi Tanya, GREAT to see you! I just read my can, it is spray sizing! I just assumed it was starch! Thanks for telling me that. ❤️

[@barbaralill-rastern1518]

I like to appreciate the history/ culture of things. Therefore a brief information on Kawandi history: Kawandi means quilt (ergo, no need to say 'Kawandi quilt'). African people, the Siddis, came to India some 800 years ago. The raw edged triangles sewn on the 4 corners in the beginning (not as a finishing touch) are called 'phula', which means 'bloom'. They are considered very important, as a Kawandi without them is perceived as incomplete/ naked. Originally, the Kawandi padding consists of old Saris.

[@JeriBellini]

Thank you so much for this information. I have since learned a lot more about the Kawandi and I might just make another one in a more traditional style. The list is long, the days are short! 💜 Thanks for watching!

[@karenyoung1759]

Jeri, I am a beginner quilter and slow stitcher. I was happy to hear you say another person suggested embroidery stitches on the flappy edges. I also thought of that….and for another reason, my stitches are not unison yet, in size or spacing. I thought embroidery would distract the viewer from noticing my boo-boos. I started out making a table runner, too big of a project for a beginner. I am finishing it, and will use it anyway!

[@JeriBellini]

Nice to hear from you Karen. Glad you decided to give the slow stitch a try, I think you are going to love it! 💜

[@k3n.clothtales]

That is fabulous Jeri, I wanted to do Kawandi as one of the weeks for my Slowstitch along, would you mind if I did it this way, raw edge? I will of course tag you and credit you. 😁 Also, just a heads up, there will be much less ironing when I do it. 😂

[@JeriBellini]

OH! Katherine! I'm so so happy that you stopped by and PLEASE do a video your way, it will be so fun to get yet another perspective on this! And I can't wait to show you my journal for your slow stitch samples. This is so fun and I LOVE all your videos! I want to make a rice bag too, maybe on my channel... Let's share the JOY! 🩷

[@k3n.clothtales]

Yes! I love the community here , it has been an unexpected joy of becoming a 'youtuber' 😁❤️

[@MsBrickman1]

I love this. I think it is something I can do. I know it won’t be as neat as yours but I don’t care. I gave up that perfection thing a long time ago. I am learning so much from you. Thanks for sharing your talents. Anna Maria Leader.

[@JeriBellini]

Mine is not neat Anna... I used to make serious quilts, won ribbons and aimed for perfection. Now I stitch for the pure joy of it and my stitches are wonky and I love my pieces just the same! Enjoy the process, that's what it's all about. ❤️

[@MsBrickman1]

@@JeriBellini Wow Jeri! You are so talented. I would love to see your quilts some day. If I can thread my needle in less than n 2minutes I am on a roll. lol

[@JeriBellini]

@@MsBrickman1 Aww... Have someone thread a bunch for you so you'll be ready to go. Thanks for watching!

[@nancymathisen9707]

❤

[@JeriBellini]

thanks for watching Nancy! 🩷

[@marilyngandhi8571]

Hi Jeri, Your hands look young ❤

[@JeriBellini]

Oh my gosh, they are so wrinkly! LOLOL thanks for watching! 💜

[@leticiafrye4530]

🥰

[@JeriBellini]

Love back at you!

[@elifeatakan7723]

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[@JeriBellini]

Denediniz mi ve işe yaradı mı?

[@ruthbartholomew1260]

I make pieces like this I make boro with ragged edges. I will try kwandi

[@JeriBellini]

Wonderful, thanks for watching! 🩵

[@MoonandSixpence]

Thanks for the tip about hiding the knot!

[@JeriBellini]

You are very welcome!! 🩷

[@paulagrnsy]

Seems like you could use crochet thread to sew, as well. There's almost always some of that in a thrift shope.

[@JeriBellini]

Yes, I think that would be a good option. Just look for a needle that has an eye big enough and wont torture you when you are stitching! 🩷

[@poodlegirl55]

I like this method, rather than folding the edges. It seems easier but I like the look more, but I suppose something like a table runner that is being washed frequently the other method is better.

[@JeriBellini]

If you put enough quilting stitches in it and wash on gentle or hand wash and air dry you will be fine. I have a whole quilt with raw edges. I'll show it this summer, it's at the beach now. Thanks for watching!🩷

[@margaretbachmeier5299]

May I ask what do you use the 12x12 quilt for. I love to try sewing one of these.

[@JeriBellini]

I just use it as mat in the center of my table. I have one on a lazy suzan with a piece of pottery on it. Looks pretty. Make a different size if you have a vision for something else. Thanks for watching! 💛

[@marymcmullen6902]

Hi Jeri, I’m really enjoying the videos on your kiwandi methods. I’m curious how well the raw edges will hold up to repeated machine washings? Any experience with that?

[@JeriBellini]

I made a quilt with all raw edges, it just got better with washings. It’s at the beach, I’ll show you in April. A few things, quilt it a bit more, when washing either use gentle cycle in the machine OR hand wash. Thanks for watching! ❤️

[@Jbstan7]

or if just a display on a quilt rack, air fluff on air in the dryer to 'dust' it....holds up fine!@@JeriBellini

[@brendagoulette759]

How beautiful. I love hand stitching. But I am allergic to wool 😢. So would felt work or would material be a better choice?

[@JeriBellini]

Felt would absolutely work! ❤️

[@suev4143]

You can also back it with any cotton fabric (old shirt backs, sheets, pillowcases) and you can add several layers at the end, for cushioning. Pure linen also can work. Hope you find options that work for you.

[@JeriBellini]

@@suev4143 Great ideas Sue, thank you for chiming in!

[@dinglebat63]

Hi Jeri, whenever I pin something I turn into a total klutz and the edge of my right hand ends up with many scratches. I hate the darned things. So, im wondering, what do you think of temporary spray baste?

[@JeriBellini]

I think you should definitely try it and report back! If I had thought of it when I was making this piece I would have tried it myself! ❤️

[@PeasCyberDancer]

pls tell me if you have to use wool backing as I have muslin and wonder if that would be a good choice?

[@JeriBellini]

No you certainly can use your muslin! Just fold the edges under or if you love the rattie edge you can leave it.

[@lisabencun8529]

The original method was with old sheets of whatever fabric was available.

[@DahHar117]

So how do you use the finished piece? I know you said the smaller ones were coasters.

[@JeriBellini]

I'm going to use mine in the center of my table but you could also hang it on the wall. Hope you try it! ❤️

[@booomanchu]

What did you do with those threads and the little scraps after ripping?

[@JeriBellini]

That will be a video for another day, start saving! Thanks for being here! ❤️

[@louisesuffolk]

Isn't it called Boro quilting if you don't turn the edges over?

[@JeriBellini]

Good morning, Boro is the act of piecing or patching something. I dont think it matters if the seam is turned under or not for that. The reason I continued to call this Kawandi is because I put the patches on around the perimeter and worked my way in and also did the quilting that way. Just another way to go about something. I hope you enjoyed seeing my spin on it, have a GREAT day! ❤️

[@marilyngandhi8571]

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[@JeriBellini]

Thanks for all the love! 💜

[@pollyrees826]

Your stitches aren’t long enough

[@JeriBellini]

Thanks for that info.

[@nancymathisen9707]

Is there a definitive stitch length standard? Who decides if the stitch length is correct?

[@JeriBellini]

@@nancymathisen9707 Hi Nancy, that's a GREAT Question! As you can see, It's certainly NOT me deciding! 😂🩷