RIPS & TEARS | How to repair a quilt

[@janehargreaves3867]

Thankyou for a great video I love the repair work brilliant good to look back on too❤

[@delwyngraham4033]

Such cute repairs💛😀

[@susanrascone2098]

That is a lovely quilt. Good repair job!

[@alexandra-zaza-burns]

I’ve seen a few people say to always wash a quilt before gifting it so if any seams are going to pop you’ll see them before it’s gifted. I didn’t know this when I started quilting and luckily the first few quilts I made were for my kids so any with dodgy seam allowances etc I was able to fix anyway. It’s a good habit to get into and I always wash quilts before I gift them now. It also means any colour runs I can deal with too.

[@stitchwithrachel]

That's a handy tip! Thank you ❤️

[@francespiquemal8813]

For added stability I would hand stitch the hole first with a simple tiny running stiches to secure the hole (on the batting and the batting only) before applying the applique pieces on. But all in all it was a wonderful expression of love to your mum for the second time around. Thank you very much for sharing.

[@judyzeigler3980]

Very nice quilt. Had to do that with a few of mine, too. Some was me being in a hurry. Some I think I had purchased cheap fabric. I have learned alot about fabric, so I hope I'm done having problems with fabric.😊 beautiful quilt.😊

[@teresabaez6925]

Holaaaa, me llegó en el momento justo😊tengo una manta que le hice a mi hija y tiene mucho uso y lavados ,está técnica de remiendo me encantó, pensé también en hojas ,la manta es muy parecida ,y ahora le hice otra igual a esa,para aprovechar los retales 😊gracias por compartir 👍🤗

[@alisonmary1443]

Good idea, thank you.

[@maryt2887]

So very nice that your mum has been enjoying the quilt and asked you to repair it. The techniques you used are brilliant! I had never heard of quilt kisses! I absolutely love your videos, Rachel!

[@jolewis-brown6608]

What a charming quilt. It was interesting to see how you approached the repairs. I hope that your mum continues to enjoy her quilt.

[@Bearstedbears]

Your quilt is beautiful and so worth repairing. In fact I think it has added to its beauty and uniqueness. What a good idea. Yes - I’ve had those seam disasters too. X.

[@simplyquiltingwithnancysanders]

Lovely way to repair that beautiful quilt.❤

[@suzisaintjames]

6:12 After spending a bit of time perfecting the heart shapes, I save the papers from the iron adhesive to use as templates on the next project, instead of throwing them away. 💖🌞🌵😷

[@Auntie7024]

Wonderful repair. ❤😊

[@jeaninecoe5012]

I love the way you have repaired your mum’s quilt. I usually just use a zigzag stitch on the machine to stop it from fraying more. Your idea is so much better and more beautiful. Thanks for the idea.🥰

[@elainecoull7237]

Your mums quilt is beautiful and your hearts and kisses make it even more special. Now I know how to repair my string quilts in the future ❤

[@elizabethsawyer5906]

Enjoyed your video very much and I think you made a lovely job of the repairs on your beautiful quilt. Well done!

[@Sewmena918]

I love the way you repaired the quilt. I had no idea that this could be done. The repairs add so much to an already perfect quilt.❤

[@jeanbrooks1617]

What a sweet girl you are to make your Mummy a quilt and keep it in good repair for her! You are a treasure. Jean Colorado USA

[@jacquelinestrand6283]

It's so nice that your mum loved your quilt gift so much that she loved it to the point it needed repairs. ❤️. I think it was cause of all the quilt kisses on it.😊

[@stitchwithrachel]

I know its so lovely when I go round to her house and see it on the bed, especially the times when I drop in unexpected

[@ambersis]

This video is so useful to refer to and I've learned some lovely repair ideas, thank you. Your mums quilt is absolutely beautiful and I can see that a lot of work and love has gone into it. x

[@homeis8478]

Just lovely💕 Rachel Quilts are so dear to my heart! I'm so glad I found your channel

[@stitchwithrachel]

Welcome to my channel ❤️🧵

[@Amal2365]

So clever, I ❤thank idea. Thank you so much for sharing 😊

[@jacquelineknox1977]

That was fascinating Rachel. Yes it is lovely to see the quilt has had lots of use and to mend it with hearts and kisses is so very sweet. Great ideas if I ever need to do the same. xx

[@roseanderson4928]

Thanks for the demo Rachel. I made my granddaughter a quilt several years ago and like you the owner has returned it for some repair. I did find the baggie of scraps that I kept from making the quilt so I figure I’m in good shape to follow your example for the repairs. Ok, here I go!

[@Nancy_Schmancy]

That quilt is absolutely beautiful! The blues you used are so eye-catching. I love color and that quilt has it. Love it, love it, love it!

[@Roxanne-xx9nv]

Thank you for sharing how you repaired the quilt.

[@kellysilveira3390]

What a brilliant way to repair split seams! I'll definitely be doing it this way in the future. Adds such a touch of love to a handmade quilt!

[@gracepatane9384]

I loved your ideas for doing the repairs on your Mom’s quilt. I think the hearts & the cross stitches (hugs) look adorable!!

[@DeniseSmith-h7s]

Love your channel❤

[@stitchwithrachel]

Thank you so much!!

[@marshaadams6196]

Your repairs were lovely and filled with love! I too am a fan of Karen Brown and Kate!

[@stitchwithrachel]

I'll see you on the lime green sofa ❤️

[@sandrasykes3026]

I have a roll of the repair heat bond, no paper, that’s about 1/2” wide. It’s very handy for repair, just as you demonstrated.

[@kimberlyjardine8634]

Beautful quilt ❤❤❤

[@judyzeigler3980]

That is such a beautiful fix for a quilt. I will so use that idea if any of my quilts need repair. I have made so many baby quilts am sure a few of them will come back. Thank you so much.

[@lafranglaise3399]

Great idea Rachel for a video. Your sweet temperament is & gentle voice are so soothing as well as helpful ! xxxxx

[@sandrasykes3026]

I 👁️👁️ Kate’s Homely House too! ❤️ your videos!

[@SweetVelvetBuds]

Lovely job! Both when making and when repairing the quilt. 😍

[@gigi2fun]

That’s absolutely fabulous!! I have a well loved quilt I need to mend. Thank you!!

[@gdizzle_bonn1213]

Gorgeous quilt. Your mum must be so proud of you. Loving your content x

[@stitchwithrachel]

Thank you, she always tells me that she is ❤️🥺

[@patbowman6723]

We have something in common. The first quilt I made was a string quilt made from mens used silk ties. I gave it to my brother and a few years later it did the same thing yours did. I thought maybe it was silk and it didn't hold up so well but I see yours and it did the same thing. It was only 10 years old but maybe my brother was too rough with it. I'm sorry you had the same problem but it was good to see yours did the same thing. Your quilt is beautiful. Thanks for sharing your quilt story it helped me a lot.

[@grandmajane2593]

A UTuber suggested that if you use polyester thread it tends to pull the cotton fabric apart after a while. I don't know if that is true, but it's a thought. My quilt did the same thing after some years of use. I didn't pay attention to the thread I used.

[@annettegraff8323]

My goodness! I just pulled out a rescued top in the same pattern! It got tons of 30's fabrics and a few 40's all sewn by hand! Its queen size and done in quadrants, with a big seam up the middle I could just bind and tack but theres a tiny problem ! None of the blocks were squared so the blocks were fudged a little to a lot .It has a charming effect and Im undecided as to what to do as the edges aren't straight. It such a bright quilt and makes me happy! As I said, its hand sewn and wouldn't be a problem to take apart. 🤔 Im mainly afraid my ocd will ruin its appeal. Perhaps just the major connect seams,across and down ? It causes a slighr bubble . You've done a lovely job in the quilting and repair ! I do love these old paterns ❤😊

[@jackiefoster8866]

Great tips for quilting. I need to sew more. Thank you

[@stitchwithrachel]

Glad it was helpful!

[@marleneschmid6802]

Thank you! I'm repairing my granddaughter's well-loved quilt & you've given me some great tips and suggestions!

[@stitchwithrachel]

Glad to have helped, happy stitching ❤️🧵

[@RebeccaStokes-g6t]

Absolutely BEAUTIFUL quilt! Lovely job of repairing it. Really enjoyed this video💕

[@pamelaclayton7535]

What a lovely idea! It looks well loved. You are very talented. You are an inspiration to me. Thank you for your videos.

[@ChooseForToday]

I love so much about this for multiple reasons. You mentioned my favorite youtuber (Kate) and I also love Karen Brown. I really don't watch that many, but those are on my list. Also, I've done some purposefully visible embroidery about a year ago on my well-loved, but thinning quilt gifted to me about 20 years ago and am about to do some more. I'm also brainstorming how I want to approach repairs on my very first quilt, which is flannel and in need of several seams being rescued. Thank you for this video.

[@LesleyStokes]

Thanks for another informative video - love them x

[@annelloyd5166]

Wow it lovely and good work 👏👏❤❤😊

[@stitchwithrachel]

Thank you so much 😀

[@claudiacarolina]

Obrigada pela dica, Rachel! Minha filha tem uma colcha feita por minha tia que desmanchou a costura em alguns pontos e gastou o tecido em outros. A colcha já tem uns 18 anos de idade, mas o valor sentimental é imenso. Fique em Paz❣️🇧🇷

[@LuckySpacePuppy-rb6dz]

Hi Rachel, just come across your channel and I've found your video on repairing them really informative and very useful. I'll be continuing to watch, thanks ❤

[@stitchwithrachel]

Welcome to the channel ❤️

[@suzisaintjames]

From my experience with permanent iron adhesives is that they are stiff and bulky and eventually (20 years later) you end up stitching it on anyways. 💖🌞🌵😷

[@coreygilles847]

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[@Deb1Gilmore]

Rachel, Hello. I must say I really enjoy your channel. Your voice is very soothing, and I like to watch/listen while I'm hand stitching my largest quilt ever. I truly enjoy hand sewing. I have 2 years of collecting Liberty fabric and going to finally start my bucket list quilt. Was wondering if you have any suggestions on a pattern where there will not be much waste. At 40$ a yard, I am leery about the cutting. I think it would be cheaper if I moved to the UK 🙂 I absolutely love Liberty!! Have a wonderful day! Deb

[@stitchwithrachel]

Hi Deb, I am glad you are enjoying my channel. I too have been collecting liberty 🤣 so I know what you mean about reducing waste. Whilst I do live liberty hexagons, you do end up with some (a small amount) of scraps. Anything that's squares/rectangles based will have less waste

[@karonwostenholme6533]

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[@dianacox8200]

Did you use polyester thread as that would tear the cotton fabric with time I always use cotton thread with cotton fabric

[@feidie64]

Thank you! ❤

[@grandmajane2593]

Thanks for the instructions. I made a small quilt years ago and it has come apart just as your's has. Your suggestions will help me in repairing it.

[@stitchwithrachel]

Glad it was helpful!

[@sherryharding5792]

Thanks for sharing this interesting method of repairing the quilt. Could you please tell me the name of the item which you used to glue the fabric and also the name of the adhesive paper used for the heart? Appreciate it in advance! 😊

[@stitchwithrachel]

Hi Sherry, I used bondaweb for all the repairs but when I referred to it as the glue, I had separated the glue from the transfer paper. Hope that helps

[@juliemiller9891]

That quilt is beautiful, Rachel. Could you please tell me what thread you used for the quilting stitches .

[@stitchwithrachel]

Thank you! The quilting thread (the blue one shown in the video) is Finca no8 Tex 142... I hope that's the colour combo

[@stitchwithrachel]

Here is the link to where I brought it... www.cottonpatch.co.uk/cgi-bin/sh000001.cgi?WD=perle%208&PN=Presencia%2DPerle%2DCotton%2D%2D8%2DVariegated%2DThread%2D%2DColour%2D9770%2D9863_9770%2Ehtml#SID=542

[@KatjuKos]

the paper can be easily removed by cutting into the paper with a pin

[@yaseminersoy5846]

👏👏💐👏💐

[@juliemiller9891]

I asked my question at the start of your video, l know have the info.

[@wendyananius7271]

You don't show how to start. I have looked everywhere, finaly i found one how to fix a quilt. But you don't show how to start and how to end.

[@pamminevins8097]

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