Make A Quilt With A Single Layer Cake || Fun & Easy Quilting!

[@SewtheDistance]

❤ Check out my blog for this project: www.sewthedistance.com/blog/just-one-layer-cake-quilt-hourglass

[@Cathy_MidwestHome_Hens]

this is a link to the hourglass. Can you put a link to the picture you put up in the upper corner?

[@monikasmith8967]

Love it ,my daughter passed away just before Christmas, she gave me a layer cake a few months before ,Im going to give this quilt a go ,Thanks Kris

[@SewtheDistance]

Oh my goodness. I am so sorry for your loss. 🥰

[@deewinston5651]

I’m so sorry for your loss. 🙏

[@neishawiley6672]

I am so sorry to hear about your daughter.

[@alimartinez395]

So sorry about your daughter. Praying for you now.

[@janemeyer794]

Oh my gosh.. bless your heart.

[@LonIngram-e2g]

Your tutorials are so much fun to watch! I love the passion you have in your sewing! Thanks for sharing this pattern!

[@SewtheDistance]

Thank you so much! My pleasure! So happy you love this! ❤️

[@deborahlunsford6983]

Love these simple patterns. Very clear and precise instructions. Thank you so much.

[@SewtheDistance]

You are so welcome! Glad you like it! 🥰

[@shirleylieb9345]

can't wait to make one. great directions.

[@SewtheDistance]

Yay! Thank you so much! Have a great time making this! It is a fun one.

[@sewbeitquilts]

I absolutely love this layer cake! And I don’t know why, but I love watching you sort fabric!

[@SewtheDistance]

Thank you! 😃 That fabric--ohhhh. I need more of it!

[@pamelawray5290]

That turned out beautifully Kris! Thanks for sharing. And, thank you so much for showing the back of your table runner...I wish more people would show the backs of their quilts/runners because I think the backs are just as important as the fronts and the bindings are.

[@SewtheDistance]

You are so welcome! Thank you for watching and commenting! I love the backs, too. Sometimes I pick boring fabrics, but I love that black and white print. I will try to remember to show the backs more. Thank you! Great suggestion!

[@audreyburris2970]

thanks for the video. I had no idea what I wanted to do with a layer cake I purchased to make a baby quilt and this is coming together so beautifully! I will for sure make more of these hourglass quilts!

[@SewtheDistance]

You are welcome! So happy you found inspiration with this! It's a fun one!

[@annpirtle4521]

This would be pretty in valentines fabric.

[@SewtheDistance]

Oh, that would be beautiful! Great idea! Thank you. 🥰

[@glynisreynolds446]

Gorgeous quilt 🎉 What a great idea for using a layer cake 🥰 and you gave a wonderful explanation of how to put it together 👏👏🇬🇧

[@SewtheDistance]

Thanks so much! 😊 So happy you like it! Thank you for watching and for your kind words! 🥰❤️🥰

[@michelleswistak1389]

I just received some layer cakes in the mail. Was planning on making your other layer cake pattern, but I like this one also and I have multiple cakes to choose from, thank you. I did cringe every time your hand moved until you closed your cutter. I have just recovered from a cut where my blade jumped my ruler.😊

[@SewtheDistance]

When I was editing the video and saw the blade, I cringed, too. That is so unlike me! I cut myself years ago and know better. I hope your recovery went well. I love that you are going to make this one! So much fun! Thank you for watching and sharing. ❤️

[@EllenSaari]

Love your video and ideas!!

[@marybeth4002]

I'm pretty new at this - but you made it look easy. I actually have 2 different layer cakes (I love to purchase fabric more than I like to sew) and this video really inspires me to make this quilt using them. Thank you, Thank you!

[@SewtheDistance]

Yay! You are so welcome! I love that. you are going to make this! Please let me know if you have any problems once you get started. Happy to help! Happy stitching! ❤️

[@catecoleman9852]

Me too!! I'm a fabric collector first and a quilter second.

[@JoeinPA]

I hear your Set Your Seams voice comment in my head now. And think of you often as I sew.

[@SewtheDistance]

😆 Set those seams! 😆 It does make a difference, doesn't it?

[@terrigunning5745]

Loved your yellow black combo for the hour glass. Great tutorial. Demonstrated nicely.

[@SewtheDistance]

Thank you so much! It is a great fabric line, isn't it? I may have to get more.

[@trudyward9113]

Looks fabulous!

[@SewtheDistance]

Thank you! ❤️

[@sandradummer4726]

Very pretty quilt you’re working on with the layer cake.

[@SewtheDistance]

Thank you! 😊

[@elizabethamis9376]

This shows that you don't need a complicated pattern to make a beautiful quilt, you just need to choose the right fabric. And this is what you've done here. This fabric is lovely. Thanks for sharing the quilt and the runner. Both are stunning. ❤👍from Somerset UK

[@SewtheDistance]

Thank you so much! It really is true--some of the most beautiful quilts are made from simple patterns. Thank you so much for watching and sharing! ❤️

[@musicmom614]

Awesome directions for using a cake layer. This will definitely be my next project.

[@SewtheDistance]

Yay! Thank you so much! I love that you are making it! 🥰❤️🥰

[@emsmomma4606]

Hello there…new sub here. I have recently gotten back into sewing and purchased a jelly roll and a layer cake. I had no clue as to what I would make from it, so I went onto KZbin, hoping to find a gentle soul and a good teacher for this beginner. Lol. I like what you did here and I think I’m going to give it a go…I know I’ll be referring to your video a couple times for reference, but that’s how I’m going to learn. Thank you for sharing this video! Cheers 😊

[@SewtheDistance]

Yay! Thank you for subbing and watching. I have many videos that will help you, and this is a great choice, too! Let me know if you have any questions. Happy to help! Glad you have picked up sewing again! ❤️

[@debmckasson1953]

You are a fantastic teacher. I understand all of your instructions.

[@SewtheDistance]

Wow, thank you! You are so sweet! 🥰

[@debbiebehymer2783]

I am a novice with quilting. I have accomplished two so far. I just want to let you know you are a very good teacher. you explain the ways and whys and cautions to look out for. It is so enjoyable to watch and learn from you. thank you

[@SewtheDistance]

Wow! Thank you SO much! This made my day! It is my pleasure. Anything I can do to help, please let me know. 🥰

[@jodigregory]

I just love your videos. You definitely are my favorite quilter on KZbin!

[@SewtheDistance]

Wow, thank you! That is so sweet to say! 🥰

[@diannplatt-roberts8692]

I have lots of 10 inch squares that will work great for this pattern. Thanks!

[@SewtheDistance]

You're welcome! ❤️

[@klwmadeit]

Another great video, thanks Kris ☺️ Such a pretty and simple pattern!

[@SewtheDistance]

You are so welcome! Thank you so much! It is a fun one to make!

[@margaretsmith8066]

Very cute pattern with beautiful fabric ❤

[@SewtheDistance]

Thank you! 😊

[@brontebenoit6181]

Kris, it amazes me how you can take one layer cake and create a lovely, large cozy quilt or a table runner! We’ll need to change your name to Houdini because you are definitely a fabric magician! 🤩🤩🤩

[@SewtheDistance]

😆 You are so funny! I love coming up with new ways to use precuts. They are so convenient. So glad you enjoyed the "magic"!

[@pamelaferland]

The best explanation of making hourglass squares. Great teacher.

[@SewtheDistance]

Wow, thank you! That is so sweet! 🥰

[@1955rivergirl]

I have two layer cakes that are very similar. This would be the perfect pattern to mix them for a bigger quilt!

[@SewtheDistance]

Oh, yes! Great idea! I love it! 🥰

[@dionnelipscomb7050]

I really love your instructions; you made it very easy to follow; thank you for being so percise, clear, and easy.

[@SewtheDistance]

You are so welcome! Glad it is helpful!

[@dawnmarkiewicz1916]

I plan on making a quilt like this

[@SewtheDistance]

Yay! I love it! So glad you are going to make one!

[@dianemiller7417]

Your personality is so nice I just enjoy your videos. You always do things that I like. Keep it going!

[@SewtheDistance]

Thank you so much!! You are so sweet! 🥰❤️🥰 More to come. ❤️

[@karin0963]

I will sign up for your newsletter, I don't think I ever did. 😊

[@SewtheDistance]

Yay! Thank you! I have one going out this weekend. ❤️

[@nanrussum3805]

Great use of a layer cake. I’ll dig one out tomorrow and give it a whirl!

[@SewtheDistance]

Yay! I love that you are going to make one! Let me know if you have any questions. ❤️

[@marionbarber984]

Hi Kris! Thank you for this fantastic tutorial! No power in my neighborhood for 36 hours, so now I need to catch up with my favorite quilt channels. It was so cold.

[@SewtheDistance]

Yay! So glad you like this one and could catch up! Thank you for your kind words. Glad you have power now and are nice and warm. This weather has been crazy!

[@twyla2575]

Yes, yes, yes!! I love this and so easy.

[@SewtheDistance]

YAY! So glad you like it! ❤️

[@trishtestrow3366]

Really enjoy learning, watching and making your quilts. I am a lone sewer at home, so i find your tutorials a great learning tool and great to follow. Thanks for sharing your knowledge and making my day on many occasion’s. Regards Trish from Aust.

[@SewtheDistance]

Thanks, Trish! I am so happy you love my tutorials! So sweet! More to come!

[@jaynegreen6279]

I love layer cakes! That is really neat!

[@SewtheDistance]

Thank you! ❤️

[@dianehutchens]

Can't wait to get started sewing that quilt!❤

[@SewtheDistance]

Yay! Happy to hear that! Thank you! ❤️

[@loracarbary2535]

Loved your quilt and appreciate the detailed instructions on cutting all the finished squares that was very educational for me a new quilter and getting better as I learn all the cutting techniques and diagonal lines. I will watch your channel and subscribe

[@SewtheDistance]

So glad you found it helpful! Thank you so much for watching and subscribing!

[@carlaatkins2619]

Kris, very colorful quilt. I currently have three quilt projects in the works. I am adding this one to my list simply because I haven't done an hour glass quilt. I make hourglass as part of larger blocks. This should be fun!! 🎶💐💖

[@SewtheDistance]

Nice! I love that you are going to add it to your list! Let me know if you have any questions! Happy to help. ❤️

[@notesfromleisa-land]

Thank you for showing SOG edges. Beautiful quilt project, charmingly demonstrated.

[@SewtheDistance]

You are so welcome! Glad you enjoyed it!

[@petraberumen2643]

Thank you for sharing.

[@SewtheDistance]

My pleasure! Thank you for watching! ❤️

[@sandybruce9092]

I love layer cakes (OK - I love precuts😄) and I really,like this particular layer cake! Not anywhere near my usual color box - which is a good thing as I’m trying to climb out of my usual colors!!! And this size is perfect for the ones my guild makes and donates to a children’s crisis center (kids and Moms - kids all the way up to teenagers!). And also,would be easy to size down! I’m fairly new to your channel so working my way through many of your videos! Ans honestly, I never even thought about pressing the diagonally sewn seams before cutting - works for me!! Thanks👍👍

[@SewtheDistance]

You are so welcome! So glad you like my videos! 🥰 Wow, what a wonderful cause to make quilts for. Quilts are magical. I am sure your quilts have helped many. Thank you so much for watching my videos and sharing. ❤️

[@christysantos9500]

Loved making your previous Just One Layer Cake quilt and am looking forward to making this one too!. That fabric is so lovely! Definitely got some Sew the Distance Bingo squares in this one-- "Set your seams." "I love, love, love it." "It's so pretty!"

[@SewtheDistance]

😂😂😂 I love this! I should make up a downloadable PDF for viewers! I tend to say the same things, don’t I? I love, love, love that you are going to make this quilt! It really is so pretty! 🤩

[@deloresrast8543]

I love hour glass blocks!!! Your fabric is beautiful!!!

[@SewtheDistance]

Thank you! 😊 Isn't that fabric amazing? Love that line!

[@MaryCammack-o8w]

Love the pattern and the layer cakes

[@SewtheDistance]

Thank you! So glad you like it! ❤️

[@michellecano4350]

So pretty! I love how a simple block can showcase the fabric so we'll! I can't wait to make an hourglass block quilt with my next layer cake. 🤩

[@SewtheDistance]

Thank you! So happy you are going to make this one! ❤️

[@gapeach31781]

Loving your podcast and your quilt!

[@SewtheDistance]

Oh, thank you very much! 🥰

[@lrobbe6079]

Thanks for another great video!! I have a extra layer cake and this will be a great quilt to make. Happy Sewing Laurie

[@SewtheDistance]

You're welcome, Laurie! So glad you like this and have a layer cake to use! I love when that happens!

[@relwynbrimelow6116]

Thank you, you describe how to do every step so well 👏👏👏👏👏👏

[@SewtheDistance]

Yay! You are so welcome! Happy it is helpful! Thank you so much for watching!

[@lorrainemcgeough9596]

Love the fabrics and beautiful quilt top and table runner. Thank you for sharing a tutorial. This pattern looks like so much fun to make

[@SewtheDistance]

You are so welcome! So happy you love it. That fabric---I am in love with that fabric! So pretty! Thank you so much for watching and sharing!

[@TheLadymolly]

I love this quilt. I plan on making it with a purple layer cake that I have on hand.

[@SewtheDistance]

Ohhhh! That will be beautiful! Thank you so much! Glad you like this and are going to make it! 🥰

[@GrandmaPatty49]

I will definitely make one of these. I have so many layer cake packs that I just bought because I loved them.

[@SewtheDistance]

Yay! So glad you aer making this one. ❤️

[@lindsayschilling8707]

I Love it! And, I love the Hourglass Block favorite. one of my favs. Many Thanks ❤

[@SewtheDistance]

You are so welcome! It's a great block, for sure!

[@RebeccaStokes-g6t]

Absolutely beautiful! Gorgeous fabric for this pattern! Thank you for sharing🥰

[@SewtheDistance]

You are so welcome! So glad you love it! Thank you for watching!

[@RebeccaStokes-g6t]

@@SewtheDistance Your enthusiasm is so enjoyable and infectious☺️. Sure leaves me feeling good and very motivated to SEW💕

[@SewtheDistance]

That is the sweetest thing to say! Thank you SO MUCH! 🥰

[@peggitoner8694]

Looks like a nice pattern to try. Great job. Love it.

[@SewtheDistance]

Thank you! 😊

[@fransak2723]

I didn’t know you had a website. Just signed up for your newsletter. Thanks for this great pattern.

[@SewtheDistance]

You are so welcome! Yay about signing up for the newsletter! The blog on this one will be up shortly. I am having some technical difficulties. 😄🤗

[@LisaLisa-zl9vu]

Very pretty. I have a layer cake kicking around so I will likely make this!

[@SewtheDistance]

Yay! I love that you are going to make it!

[@leaht4505]

You made such a cute quilt top with this, great job!🩷🩷🩷

[@SewtheDistance]

Thank you! 😊

[@denisegomez755]

Beautiful!

[@SewtheDistance]

Thank you! ❤️

[@Auntie7024]

So cute. I love this block design and the fabrics. The table runner is super cute, too! ❤😊

[@SewtheDistance]

Thanks so much! 😊 Glad you love it!

[@ettakaynickel6148]

Great use for this layer cake. It looks so good.

[@SewtheDistance]

Thank you! ❤️😍❤️

[@kathleenmcdonough9436]

Thank you so much! I sat with my precuts in the land of indecision and you have helped so much!! I’ve done the charm pack one, the other layer cake you showed, and plan on doing this as well. I like the way you demonstrate the techniques. Keep up the good work!!❤

[@SewtheDistance]

Thank you so much! That's the best compliment! I always want to make sure people watching my tutorials can actually make the project. I am always thrilled when I hear this. Thank you! You made my day. 🥰

[@barbarajefferysings]

This is such a cute little quilt! It would be fun to make it scrappier by combining two different HSTs for each hourglass block, ending up with 4 different fabrics.

[@SewtheDistance]

Oh, that would be beautiful! Thank you! So glad you love this! It is a fun one to make! ❤️

[@susieinthecountry4434]

Excellent instructions and sewing advice, Chris♥ Thanks for sharing it.

[@SewtheDistance]

You are so welcome! Glad you like it! ❤️

[@KelleysQuiltsandCruises]

Kris you are a great teacher. I have not collected layer cake packs. But I definitely could do this pattern. I may get a pretty layer cake someday.

[@SewtheDistance]

Thank you so much! ❤️❤️❤️ You could always make your own 10” squares to make this, too. Just an idea. ❤️

[@sisterchicksquilting]

Very good tutorial and such a cute quilt. I love the classic blocks with new fabric, it's a winner every time.

[@SewtheDistance]

Thanks so much, Di! I am happy you enjoyed this tutorial! ❤️

[@juliemuller9891]

I just found you yesterday and hit SUBSCRIBE immediately. I have been quilting for about fifty years and restoring or repurposing vintage and antique quilts and quilt tops as well as making and designing my own quilts. I really appreciate your techniques being so exacting and love your excitement and energy! It’s also fun learning about precuts and the patterns available using them. I will continue watching you on KZbin and hitting the like button each and every time. Cheers! ❤

[@SewtheDistance]

Thank you SO much! What wonderful compliments! You are so sweet. 🥰

[@joanne305]

I love both the table runner and quilt.

[@SewtheDistance]

Yay! Thank you! ❤️

[@karenweiman8036]

Love this! So easy but so creative.

[@SewtheDistance]

Thank you! 😊

[@lorahorsley194]

Love this new pattern….thanks for sharing!

[@SewtheDistance]

You’re welcome 😊

[@darlenem4940]

This is very do-able. I love it. Thank you for the idea.

[@SewtheDistance]

You are so welcome! Glad you like it! ❤️

[@gisellejones1139]

I love this and am going to cut my own layer cakes from my stash😊

[@SewtheDistance]

Yay! I love this! Thank you for sharing. I have a video on that if you need some help!

[@anndalynnketellapper8296]

Love, love, love this layer cake. The colours, contrast and patterns are so lovely!! Love the quilt as well. Sew easy!!

[@SewtheDistance]

Thank you so much! It is a fun one to make. Those colors--I love them, too!

[@tammygermonto2113]

Great video! You do such a good job explaining each step. Thanks for sharing...beautiful quilt!

[@SewtheDistance]

Thanks so much! ❤️🥰❤️

[@karin0963]

I love the fabric, it looks antique to me. The quilt is beautiful and looks easy to make. Thank you.

[@SewtheDistance]

My pleasure! Thank you so much! It does have a vintage look to it. Maybe that’s why I like it so much. Thank you for watching and for your kind words. ❤️

[@DK-hv1gt]

What a great quilt and I have a lot of Layer Cakes but I only have single cake. Am looking forward to making this! Thanks for sharing.

[@SewtheDistance]

You are so welcome! Glad you like it! ❤️

[@penelopeevensen1058]

Beautiful. Love the table runner as well.

[@SewtheDistance]

Thanks so much! 😊

[@marionbartley214]

Hello Kris, i like this quilt pattern it's simple to sew. Thanks for sharing.

[@SewtheDistance]

You’re welcome! It is a fun one, for sure. So happy you like it! Thank you for watching! ❤️

[@darlenepalmer9837]

Love your quilt. Nice work as always.

[@SewtheDistance]

Thank you! 😊

[@debbielee7117]

I made a quilt with that fabric line. It’s one of my favorites! So pretty.

[@SewtheDistance]

It is an incredible line, isn't it? I love it! ❤️

[@denisebrowsky3783]

I just finished a quilt with the exact same fabric! Love it!!

[@SewtheDistance]

Did you really? We have the same taste! Love it, too!

[@susanbrown7788]

I really enjoy your tutorials Kris. Your technique is great. Keep on Keepin on Sista

[@SewtheDistance]

Thank you! Will do! 🥰 So glad you enjoyed this!

[@jodigargulak5584]

Oh my gosh! As I am watching this, I am Sewing, the Alexandra tote, using the same line of fabric! I love it to

[@SewtheDistance]

Really? Oh, wow! I love it! Isn't this a great fabric line? So much fun! 🥰

[@qltygrl3187]

Great video! Now I know what I’m going to do for the one I have!

[@SewtheDistance]

Thank you! YAY! I love that you are going to make this one!

[@nancysharon931]

Great video. Thank you. I have never made an hourglass quilt. I have a fall colored layer cake. This is going to be my next quilt!

[@SewtheDistance]

You are so welcome! ❤️ Oh, it would be wonderful in fall colors! 🥰 I love it! So happy you are going to make this!

[@sharonw667]

My good ness Chris, you give lots of tips and techniques. plus, this is a quick way to make a table runner. so, impressive. Many thanks.

[@SewtheDistance]

Thank you so much! I am thrilled you like it! 🥰 I love making tutorials for super fun and easy quilts like this one. ❤️

[@saffronflora]

Gorgeous fabric and this pattern really allows the fabric to shine ❤

[@SewtheDistance]

Thank you! 😊 So glad you like it!

[@traceycoles1693]

Absolutely beautiful!

[@SewtheDistance]

Thank you! ❤️

[@patriciahibbard7345]

I have so many layer cakes, anxious to try this. Quick but pretty pattern! And as usual, you are a great instructor

[@SewtheDistance]

Awww! Thank you so much! You are sweet! 🥰 Glad you enjoyed this and am thrilled you are going to make it!

[@chrisclark9862]

I really like it! No need to source background fabric, easy piecing and a lovely finish. Thank you!

[@SewtheDistance]

You are so welcome! So glad you like it! ❤️

[@WestlakeThymes1]

I have had a layer cake that I’ve wanted to make an easy straight forward quilt, and I think this is the one! Never made a QST that big, but I’m a fan, so let’s go make a quilt.

[@SewtheDistance]

Yay! So glad you like it and are going to make it!

[@rosevv2774]

Thank you for this lovely idea. I have a layer cake waiting for attention! I saved the video. Your directions are very clear. ❤

[@SewtheDistance]

You are so welcome! I love that you love this one! It's a fun one to make. Let me know if you have any questions once you start making it. Happy to help!

[@tracyrichmond-pshyk8863]

Love the hour glass quilt it’s very pretty. A nice quick one for a retreat if you don’t have anything planned.

[@SewtheDistance]

Thank you so much! I am glad you like it! Great idea!! This would be perfect for a retreat!

[@manuelashannon1369]

What an excellent project! Thank you for showing us and I will definitely sign up for your newsletter. You’re so much fun to listen to and you give us such good ideas.

[@SewtheDistance]

You are so welcome! Thank you so much! I am on all the socials, too!

[@destrygraves]

I love your enthusiasm. The hourglass is a great block and went well with the colors you chose. I will not be trying it. I failed geometry and as my educational motto is find another way I have failed a few different ways. Yours is the 4th video I have watched this weekend. My head is spinning. 😵‍💫 I still enjoyed watching.

[@SewtheDistance]

Oh wow! Thank you so much! I understand. Math is a challenge for me, too. Thank you so much for watching! ❤️

[@destrygraves]

@@SewtheDistance it’s just something about angles and convex and … that sets off fire alarms in my brain. I actually am 56 today. I have passed 3 algebras, trigonometry , 2 different business maths, with the exception of any parts that include geometry. Yes, it is possible. The geometry problems all result in a formula that can be used to continue. I homeschool half of the world and I really do believe in finding another way. I will keep trying the geometry. I will also keep watching all 4 of you KZbinrs that main my brain spin. I enjoy your videos.

[@SewtheDistance]

I understand that! We are about the same age--I am slightly younger at 52 years old. I totally understand what you mean. 🥰

[@karenbrunette6314]

Very pretty. Great instructions

[@SewtheDistance]

Thank you! ❤️😍❤️

[@kbmcmaster]

Love it, thanks! I have plenty of layer cakes, I think a scalloped border would look so pretty on this quilt!

[@SewtheDistance]

You are so welcome! Ohhhh, a scalloped border would be amazing! Great suggestion! Thank you!

[@charlottegregory9338]

You are a great teacher. I’m so glad I found you!

[@SewtheDistance]

Aww, thank you! 🥰 I am glad you found me, too! ❤️

[@edgarryder2488]

I also love that layer cake!!