Simple Sewing & Designs for using 5" CHARM SQUARES! 2nd in our series to use 5" squares or charms!

[@MarciaALW]

That 2-ruler trick for the squares is really clever. I’m never confident that 2 1/2” is really the halfway point on a charm square, and with the second ruler you know. Bravo!

[@charmaine9384]

I agree, super clever

[@tiffanycollier54]

I laughed out loud when you said that you'd used 8 charm packs and then found 8 charm packs!! I guess we all have that "problem"! Love your videos!! Thank you!

[@thequiltedforest]

Right?!

[@sdrobinson]

Beautiful. Nice job 😊

[@sandybruce9092]

I have more charm packs, jelly rolls and layer cakes than I realized when I was looking for some civil war reproductions for a guild BOM👍👍😁😁😁

[@daisy8297]

I started to tidy my sewing room and found so many charm packs that I was in shock 😮 I don’t even remember buying some of them, but am so pleased I did. Mind you, it doesn’t stop me from lusting after the ones that are being featured right now!

[@hattiehendrix5336]

We need quilters anonymous 😅

[@sandypattison8486]

I love the secondary patterns. Simple pieces making multiple combinations. Yeah!

[@oliviafox3605]

I don't know how you do it all! But, I'm so glad you take the time to share. Thank you.

[@ru4repeattoo]

18:44 -- "I had a lot of fun playing around with the setting." -- I'll say! Thank you for providing a visual of the numerous layout options from one block variation. 🤩🤩

[@kayallen6969]

😊😊

[@sandybruce9092]

There are times when I end up purchasing one layer cake instead of several charm packs because I know that 4 charms make up one layer cake - and I dint mind the cutting😁.

[@cynthiagilbreth1352]

Good to know, I hardly ever buy precuts, except for fat quarters, so I didn’t realize that.

[@wasloan8202]

It usually ends up cheaper this way, too!

[@shawnaleewhitney6630]

Yay! Another installation in the charm square series!!! Am loving this series as much as your one for jelly rolls. THANK YOU!

[@cynthiagilbreth1352]

These quilts are fantastic! You could make several with different layouts and no one would realize that the blocks are all the same. This would also make a great two color quilt.

[@ninatrusty2057]

I love the versatility of the block. Thanks for showing that.

[@cindyf181]

Thank you for showing all the different block layouts as well as the quilt layouts. It always amazes me how differently the quilt looks when you change the layout.

[@marylourimmasch4301]

This looks like a fabulous scrap buster! So simple, but so many options!

[@ashleyschifano4619]

I LOVE the series you’ve been doing with precut sized strips and charms. It gives me SO MANY ideas for future projects. And honesty it makes it easier for me to spontaneously buy charm packs since I know I can just add a background in and make something in the future. And that table runner! I have soooo many ideas now. ❤

[@mindyharris5914]

I love this! So many options! Will add this to my “want to do” pile 😊

[@patriciamountin9564]

So many options for the quilt pattern and such a neat idea! Thanks so much for the video!

[@sandybruce9092]

Also a great idea about cutting yardage for charm squares - those charm packs have become close to $12/each!!!

[@NancyBarrios-k8v]

They are even higher now $15-24

[@lynnperschke3966]

I love this project beautiful quilts thank you for another great tutorial!

[@jkoucheki]

I just can't believe all of those layouts. WOW!!! Super fantastic!!

[@charmaine9384]

I know right!

[@gloriaquiroz8641]

En español porfavor

[@MartyLawless-kh2jd]

So many different layouts!! I would not have the patience to try all the possibilities so thank you for doing that...I can chose ond from your ideas.

[@charmaine9384]

I was over joyed with how many layouts she got too.

[@bethwood9377]

There's something about a pile of sliver trimmings that makes my heart happy.

[@thequiltedforest]

Mine to!

[@TarahMatson-zz2hj]

Thank you for sharing this delightful charm pack quilt idea. I thoroughly enjoyed this video. ❤️

[@chrisclark9862]

Great demonstration of all the placement and color options for this pattern. Thank you!

[@teresacahlik6887]

Good job on this presentation and how you gave different options

[@diannenaworensky6698]

I always hit the like button before I watch the video that way I dont forget !!!!!

[@JeareneHagains-Nettles]

Wow! I am a beginner with my Mom sending me your amazing videos! Mom is more advanced in her quilting sending those videos she continues learn from. Thank you for sharing your skills of beautiful artistry!

[@amymilner9995]

Love the video, as always. You did a great job showing options, choosing fabric, and explaining what you did. Thank you!

[@LIDYARINI711]

Thanks for the video tutorial I am watching from Indonesia

[@brendastajkowski502]

What a lovely quilt with the added bonus of laying it out in different ways. I am inspired. Thank you for sharing it with us!

[@Toad-In-A-Puddle]

I love the Jacob's Ladder block.

[@lynnscroggins7104]

Bonus finding the other charm packs! More beautiful projects coming😊 Thanks for sharing all your wonderful ideas with us…truly inspiring!

[@nancyshaner8548]

That reminds me of Jacob's Ladder blocks. Nice, so many possibilities.

[@garettwilson4738]

You do such a great job with the videos! I so appreciate your tips on cutting and sewing - very efficient! Im learning g so much. Thank you for all your hard work! I love these videos and the ones with 2 1/2" strips.

[@romiflores2549]

Beautiful day off to get to see your tutorials thanks

[@beverlyellison208]

I, too, like your 2-ruler trick. Sometimes you will find charm packs aren't the same size??? But that trick will work great. Love this series! You are AMAZING!!

[@jfarm8854]

Thank you! You are a great instructor and provider of inspiration!

[@patwilson5017]

Lovely Pattern..thanks for sharing. You are a very good teaching...easy flow of instructions.

[@kgat216]

Love all these ideas. The quilts are beautiful!!

[@charmaine9384]

So beautiful!

[@normatulloch376]

Love this quilt.

[@janetpicard6975]

I like these! Thank you!

[@BellaSandella]

I love the versatility of this quilt! So many options!❤😊

[@stefwild3322]

Thanks for sharing. You have me some ideas for preemie quilts.

[@christsgrain]

My favourite of all your videos, and I enjoy them all. I so enjoyed your playing with design and color layouts.

[@TheHgt78]

This was a fun and inspiring video. Thank you so much for sharing.

[@wanderer1776]

I enjoyed seeing all the variations for layout.

[@taniauntalan459]

I love the ideas you demonstrated! Thank you 😊

[@glendaporter4362]

I love your technique and the quilts are beautiful! Thanks!

[@AnitaSouthall]

Such an interesting process ❤😊

[@Amal2365]

Really pretty, thank you for sharing 😊

[@candacefeulner5933]

This is an amazing video! The possibilities seem endless, and I’m going to start by cutting my layer cakes into 5” squares to make several. My first will be like your final layout with the dark background. LOVELY!

[@helenpeddycord2241]

Such variations! And using 2 rulers ti measure & cut the 5” squares is genius!! Always a good idea to measure precuts prior to using, not all are exact sizes as stated.Thank you for a great video💕🧵

[@rosehixon2790]

That was a lot of information. Thank you.

[@cynthiamoon4315]

I love your final choices so much. I just love this series. Thank you!

[@celieaguayo9000]

Love the colors ❤

[@marciabrown3148]

I like the table runners, too!

[@ArtByKarenEHaley]

Did you mean table runners?

[@liletteautrey8481]

Love your ideas of cutting the shapes after , it is really less confusing and we can save time. Thank you so much for sharing your interesting technic.

[@diannplatt-roberts8692]

Love the dark quilt.

[@charlenemorris6391]

Love your sharing

[@annsimmons3367]

A gorgeous quilt!

[@brontebenoit6181]

It’s amazing how many combinations you can make with charm packs. Thank you for sharing your knowledge and skills.

[@christinehl4310]

🤩 What a fantastic video! I loved how they were smaller sized projects. I have many 5” square packs. Now I have some great ideas on what to make with them. Thank you.

[@bridgetwhite5547]

Lovely ideas🎉

[@chrisross3509]

Great ideas!

[@suzannejambon4736]

Your blankets came out beautiful but I must admit, I love the runner option. Thank you for sharing!

[@daveh7945]

I like that blue and light colors with random bits of other colors

[@elestehorn4290]

Yes! I got 2 charm packs of Willow! Thank you for sharing this video.

[@nyreevukcevic6453]

I absolutely love this setup! You can do so much with it!!

[@plefree6078]

Thank you for sharing your creative talent!

[@SpeakTruthBeKind]

Wow! Absolutely loved the final setting you chose! 😍Thankyou!💞

[@kathleenmayhorne3183]

You could cut your layer cake into 4 charm packs if you want ×4 matching too. Do you have fat quarters to tackle next? Hunks of "cut into" yardage, or do you have left over strips from all your 108" backings? Could you try mega size log cabin quilts, with one block, or only 4? They could filter down into your boxes if you cut them into pre-cut sizes too? If you made some design boards, you could stack up sizes as you go on separate boards. You have "stick to it-ivness". Those sorted 2 1/2" boxes were a huge resource at the start. Well done with taming all of that, it looks much more manageable now, and you will get these charm packs under control too. Do you ever make mug rug and bowl cosy sets out of charm squares, to sell in your shop? How about a 4-patch rug with mini and alt charms for home? Not everyone sews, so many look for gifts. Don't take on too much though. I made a string and black "can get greasy" 1 layer spread with clipped raggy seams, out of gaberdine to put over the bed, so a person with a grotty job can rest before a shower. Without messing up the bed. Somebody has to do those jobs or we all are in trouble. How many cars would die without mechanics? All the best.

[@alisonadhofer7009]

Wow love this❤❤❤

[@gwynwellliver4489]

You make me want to stay home from work and sew! ❤ 😂 Thank you for all the tips. When you love a fabric line, but just want a little to play with, a charm pack is wonderful.

[@szelop]

Pretty!

[@UNBIASEDLLC]

I love these quilts and the 2 ruler trick was a bonus. New to quilting so, I’m still in the learning stage and appreciate videos like this one. Thanks Queen.

[@eelliott9581]

I have a friend who is just starting to quilt. I recommended your site because you give easy to follow instructions. Thank you for all you do.

[@jeanettewithrow9641]

Great information!

[@chrisbernard6811]

Loved the two ruler method for cutting squares thanks

[@angielovett4159]

Beautiful! Thank you!

[@carolynthomas4527]

All of these different arrangements is so amazing!!

[@joydavis3089]

Love your quilts. Thanks for sharing.

[@barbarajefferysings]

It's interesting how switching the placement of the dark and light fabrics gives very different looks to the finished blocks.

[@kathycoburn7297]

Another way to do the quick 4 patches: place the big and charm square right sides together. Sew on both sides like in your demo. Cut down the middle of the sewn square parallel to seam lines. Press forward print. P!ace the resultant units right sides together, print to bkg, nesting seam. Sew down both sides perpendicular to seam. Cut down the middle of the unit, between the last set of seams. Press and voila, two 4 patches. Just one less seam than your method.

[@marye4992]

What a fun block. So many options for layouts. Thank you for your detailed videos.

[@patriciapfahl2189]

I love the entire video. Thank you. Very creative. Very helpful.

[@ladyjay6741]

This is why I watch your videos. So detailed and such creativity!!! The second I seen the last layout, I thought; that's the one and the next second; you say this is the one you picked. Now I can't wait to start this, good thing I live alone cause it's 11 at night and sometimes I just can't help myself. So Hello from Michigan, take care and God bless.

[@carmenbailey1560]

Amazing & awesome quilt and video. Thanks for sharing 👍❤️🙂

[@charmaine9384]

Thank you so much, bless you for this, and I loved the way you tried them out in different ways. Cool Charmpack quilts.🥰

[@louisepuketapu7365]

Such a fun series, I love these blocks and the options definitely going to try and find 8 charm squares in my stash lol as if I’ll have a problem, like you I’ll find them in my tidying up 😂😂😂

[@barbaragallagher1996]

Loved both ways…👩🏻‍🎨🐑

[@alanam.berlin4804]

I really liked watching this block of yours. I might make one for me.

[@brendamerrill1692]

I love your videos. I get excited every time I see one come up. Please continue!!!!❤❤❤❤

[@MarilynRiordan-uz2wl]

I admire your cutting skills and am impressed with your organization

[@Cassandra-..-]

Gorgeous!

[@pamlacey136]

I love this idea. I may try it using a layer cake and cutting them into 5 inch squares.

[@catherinesofikitis179]

I love these quilts. Thanks so much.

[@kerribennight5437]

This is so pretty! I love the way you laid it out for your pattern. I'm mesmerized by the patterns that can be created just using simple block patterns. Your vision was awesome on this.

[@YomeidaGarza-ku4dx]

LIKE YOUR CUTTIN N SEWING TRYING.THESE WAY THANK YOU GOD BLESS

[@leslietrumble1826]

I like how your brain works! learn something every time I watch

[@terryblair966]

Thank you for this demo. This quilt is cute.

[@marlenejones6266]

The dark one with the white bubbly look was gorgeous

[@patricialeshkow6387]

Thank you for this video. I am constantly looking for ways to use fabric leftover from quilt kits.

[@sharonarwood4764]

This is so beautiful and the willow fabric is so nice