3 Tips for Sewing with Strips - Sew Well with Rob Appell

[@AngelOfMusic2215]

As someone that has followed you for multiple years. Thank you Rob for the calming explanations .

[@athene5975]

Thank you this was great. I’m a new quilter 😊

[@wilycat5290]

Appreciate the tips for strip sewing. Not everyone is on Facebook. Thank you for the video 😊👍💕

[@deewinston5651]

Thanks Rob. I am new to quilting and these little tips are very helpful.

[@therotundhound2354]

So cool, great to watch you Rob. Best wishes from the U.K.

[@dawn-mariekarella6059]

Thank you Rob! I have been watching your videos for a long time now. I say I'm utube certified 🤣 I like when you teach quilt patterns that seem complicated but they are not. I got a accuquilt go cutter for my birthday but am hesitant on what to do. So if there's anything in that realm that would be awesome too. Thank you for being so passionate about what you do. God bless you 🙏

[@justinmathews4837]

i am a new quilter this video really helps me understand the need for the cutting from yardage.

[@michelebritton2807]

Thank you so much for the fabulous videos. I am a definite newbie to quilting. I have started quilting to help with anxiety issues. You are my go to person for all quilting tips. A video on how to correctly use the rulers would be very helpful. I learned a lot in this video that I have been doing wrong. 😏

[@terrieberly8109]

Thanks for what you do. I have been sewing for 50+ years but since the start of the pandemic I have been watching YOU to learn how to quilt I totally enjoy your style of teaching, slow and steady....just like sewing on the machine. :) You always make sure that you are explaining things to the newbie AND to the experienced (so they don't get bored). I love that you share your life with us all also. I fell that we are friends. God Bless you in all you do and I look forward to learning so much more from you in the future.

[@sandrabachmann3735]

Hi Rob, as usual your explanations are so specific.. I have only played at quilting. I appreciate your instructions they make sense to me . Being an older self taught quilter I always learn new things. please keep up the great videos.

[@StitchinHeaven]

Thanks, and will do. I am working on a few fun new videos right now!

[@debbiekellam6318]

Enjoyed this video.

[@chrislittebrant5235]

Thanks Rob. 🥰 Chris

[@chrisclark9862]

I always forget to adjust stitch length when I’m making strip sets. Thank you for the reminder!

[@cjshadow-o2k]

Oh my gosh, thank you!!! I have always wondered about that "line" on the rulers; use the inside edge, use the actual line, use the outside edge?? Once again, Rob to the rescue!

[@barbarameehan113]

Always great to have a refresher course. We who have been quilting for ages can get into bad habits...not good. Thanks Rob😁

[@maziemiles1]

How to keep in the 14” seam consistently. Your information is greatly helpful.

[@roxywood5278]

Rob, thank you for this AWESOME yet basic info as I'm still learning after all these years and NEED your kindness & instruction..... so GLAD you are here.... Amen Please, please teach about fat quarters.... I don't know how to use them with a pattern... :)

[@photoladyluck123]

I would love for you to do a video on the twisted log cabin!! Thanks for sharing your knowledge with your fans. Been watching you for many years. Even found some videos you made many years ago about making a portrait quilt (you know, the ones from 2014 when your hair was long 😁😁). My all time favorite is your burst block pattern!!! I need to make your Gator Quilt soon. Thanks again!!

[@janiskara6564]

Excellent video, as always. I’ve been watching your for years and although I’ve been quilting for a long time, there are always new things to learn. Whenever I use jelly rolls, I measure to see if the 2 1/2 “ goes from peak (the tip of the pinked edge) to the other peak, or from valley to valley. Makes all the difference in the world. Keep up the wonderful work and thank you. :)

[@brittawrolson5936]

Thanks for the great tips Rob. As a self taught quilter, I am always looking for better or easier ways of getting the best results!

[@jenihansen7201]

OH ROB, THANK YOU. SO GLAD YOU SHOWED US THIS. I LOVE IT. MY STRIPS NEVER COME OUT RIGHT SO THAT IS WHY I PURCHASE LAYER CAKES, CHARM PACKS AND JELLY ROLLS. MAYBE IF I PAY CLOSE ATTENTION, I WILL BE ABLE TO GET THIS RIGHT....LOL

[@annmaines4964]

I can’t say how important these things are! I’m finally getting that “precuts” aren’t accurate and I have to check all of them. Thanks for everything, Rob.

[@daleevans4261]

Fantastic video. Thank you very much.

[@vivsgardenflowersbees]

I've been learning for a year now so really appreciate all the explanations as to why it's done that way, I'm making a quilt from a jelly roll at moment perfect timing. Thanks Rob so pleased to see you creating and enjoying for sew well, from from a wet and stormy uk today.

[@algrumbleisooooooagree5980]

Hi, first time anyone explained how to sew on the pinked edge. I have actually cut them off of pre cuts. What a waste of time. Thanks for input. Very helpful. Could you explain when using your ruler, am I lining up the material on the inner part of the line, right on the middle or to the outside of the line. I know how critical just a few threads one way or the other can be. Has taken some of the joy of quilting away for me. Looking forward to spending more time with you.

[@RoxanneCarter]

Do you have a video on how to make the block on the wall, the lavender, purple and lt. green block and how would the blocks look like when put into the quilt?

[@sheilalingle7318]

I really enjoyed this video and I learned a lot!!

[@curtisfamily5238]

You've answered some basic questions I've had for so long, even though I've sewn with jelly rolls before, that usually make me reluctant to pursue all those pretty projects using strip sets -- THANK YOU!

[@elizabethschraeder8300]

Thanks Rob as always great video! Lots of good refresher info (for me)!

[@maryhayduk3472]

Thanks for this video. I am planning on making the ‘Gentleman’s Agreement Quilt’ & this will be very helpful. Thanks again.

[@janrobins4696]

Thank you lots of great tips👏

[@karenbrunette6314]

Thank you for sharing your knowledge tips and tricks for us newbies

[@janwright12]

Please cover the Haze Kilim quilt by Kaffe Fassett - the instructions in the book do not show HOW to cut the triangles

[@StitchinHeaven]

I am sorry, but I do not have permission to create a tutorial on that project at this time.

[@jerryrminchin1372]

Thank you!!!!!! Great tips! Denise

[@TheJAG1357]

Another excellent video Rob. Thank you.

[@marystrackstevenson9716]

Thanks Rob!

[@DianebelongstoChrist]

Thank you. Your iron looks interesting.

[@denisestilling2810]

Thanks Rob…nice job

[@carlsass4500]

Thank you Rob! I was wondering what you were doing with that wool mat....Always fun watching your tips and tricks, in fact did pick up on one while you were cutting HST with the slotted trimmer. I was going up one side and down the other where you went bottom to top both sides and what a difference it made no more shifting. thanks again for all you do!

[@daleodberg6714]

Awesome, thank you!

[@maureenleclair8773]

Thanks for all your helpful tips in your videos. I was always a garment sewer. Do you have a hint for me on how to get away from pinning everything? Maybe it will just have to come with practice. Thank you.

[@angelar1500]

Great instruction! Would absolutely love to learn how save moola by cutting from yardage to create my own ; fat quarters, "roll" of strips etc to eliminate waste and use up some of my own stash as opposed to always letting the stash accumulate to immense proportions... and also creating a more attractive "scrap" quilt with the mounds of (guilt ridden) chunks of expensive fabric that needs to stay out of the landfills.

[@donnarichey144]

Looks like too much blue was sticking out, is that going to matter. Thank you for sharing your knowledge.

[@suecash2968]

Hi Rob, In quilting symmetrically, like in the ditch, do you not go in one direction, turn., sew in other?

[@lindaarata434]

Hi Rob. What if the selvages are wonky do you still use the fold to make your cuts

[@ufoquilter86]

Great tips! What is the name of that top GEM shaped block please? I absolutely love it

[@rosagallant5730]

How to make a Barjello quilt

[@hollycaron3567]

Water skiing LOL.. never heard that term... When I took my first quilting lesson the instructor asked us to measure a 1/4 inch from the needle and then put masking tape down on our machine.. several layers to make a ridge.. and butt the strip against it to get our 1/4 inch 'consistent'. Are there some instructors still teaching that??

[@louisevannorden2001]

Yes… check out Just get it Done Quilts.

[@pamelabird1570]

Thanks for the great video. As a new quilter it is hard to find basic learning from local quilt and sewing stores so i rely on you tube. How do I know what stitch length to use? When do I use my walking foot? How do I know for sure I am sewing a 1/4” seam? Told you Newbie here! Thanks for all your help

[@MarieH528]

Hi Rob! Great tips! I haven’t been able to get really nice mitered corners when I’m binding my quilt- it’s hit or Miss for me, sometimes it seems really bulky and I can’t get it flat enough to have that perfect 45 defined in my corner, any secrets You can share would be greatly appreciated!!!

[@bettyyoung3222]

How to measure accurately and how to square up with a square roller or any kind of roll over that much how do you square up your material before sewing or after sewing is what I'm meant to say please if you do a tutorial on that or if you have one let us know thank you

[@SueHeil-nq8vm]

I love watching you! I need to slowdown! I also do not like the pinked edges. I understand why but I need to get better at sewing with them! Not a good 1/4 seam when I use them! What is the Facebook page??

[@sassygramcreations7417]

How do you keep stripes from curving as you add more?

[@lilliemlord1890]

I need help with cutting half square triangles please. Mine come out wonky

[@nineboneable]

Thanks for reminding us that there are always new quilters coming in to our world and the need to keep teaching the basics. I haven't seen all of your videos since you joined Stitchin' Heaven so I will ask, did Mike come with you to Texas or is that his brother/cousin keeping you company while quilting?

[@person2463]

Mike is dressed in a cowboy outfit on the shelf to the front right of the guitar 🎸

[@nineboneable]

@@person2463 Thank you. I saw him in the background which led me to asking my question.

[@roseconroy6309]

Thanks for these great tips! I have worked with many jelly rolls and have had my share of uneven/wonky strips. Sometimes I don’t even bother to use them or other times, I trim them down for binding . Any advice on how to work around these problem strips?

[@evelynwerker9402]

Are you not working with Michael miller fabrics

[@sandraleamelendez9679]

Thank You, Rob for this video. I've been quilting off n on for years, but your tips will really help me line strips up. By the way, where can I get the pattern for the gorgeous quilt behind You.. I'd really like to make it. Thanks so much for the excellent videos you share.

[@MarieH528]

I think there’s a link in his last video, I think it’s made with all HST’s! Hope this helps!

[@wordplussf]

Do you use steam when you press these seams?

[@debraclogston9379]

What say you on crumb/scrap piecing?

[@yvetteborden776]

How do you feel about open ironed seams in your opinion is there a suitable time to do them? What about backstitches at the end of rows?

[@cindywomack9521]

When you’re lining up your ruler to cut, do you align it with the outside of line, middle or inside of line? I’ve always aligned it with the center. Will this cause issues?

[@peggyadunning234]

Love your iron…..what brand? Where can I buy one?

[@MarieH528]

It’s in the description box- tap more..

[@peggyadunning234]

Thanks…..rather pricey but I’ll save it & buy it soon.

[@byrontorres8947]

Hola guapo saludos desde Guayaquil

[@janiskara6564]

One more thing (sorry), but when I teach, I encourage folks to cut as many strips as possible with moving the fabric. For instance, if you’re cutting five 2 1/2”, take a 10” or your longest ruler and cut at 10”, then move your ruler and cut a 7 1/2”, then 5” and finely a 2 1/2”. Do this as much as possible whenever cutting strips of any size. The less you move your fabric the better. IMHO. I’ll be quiet now.

[@marisanepote9255]

I’ve started to do this and I’m getting better cuts. I’ve been quilting for over 30 yrs, so you can teach an old dog new tricks-lol.

[@janiskara6564]

@@twinstar9 Abosulutely! If you’re cutting three inch strips, prep your fabric, making sure it square, get your longest and widest ruler, and start your cut at 15”, move the ruler and cut at 9”, then 6”, etc. move the ruler, not the fabric. Thank you so much for pointing my mistake. Happy sewing!

[@anitabarra810]

Yes! That is a good way to cut. Thx !

[@janiskara6564]

@@marisanepote9255 Good for you!

[@barbaraorthman5824]

Hi Rob - I'm a fairly new quilter - and the hardest part for me is accurate cutting. I have the hardest time squaring up my blocks and also the finished quilt. I've watched (I think all) KZbin videos - I just don't get it ...HELP

[@nancyjohnson6663]

Where can I locate the discount code for Moda Grunge?

[@MarieH528]

It’s in the description box tap more..

[@lindadittrich151]

Starch??

[@audreyderby7638]

I always keep at least one finger on my cutting table, rest on my ruler…?

[@BA-ng9bx]

❤️

[@sweetibbies]

Please offer free quilt pattern for the ones you create

[@jeanne3259]

I made a wedding quilt for my daughter and son-in-law. I was told I was not consistent with sewing my seams, by watching you and others, I found out that the strips are not always cut 2.5 inches... Very disappointed..

[@beckygaines1577]

Why do “my” strips “bow”

[@StitchinHeaven]

Most likely you are apply more pressure to one piece of fabric than the other, so one is slightly stretching more than the other. Try to let the fabrics "ride on the machine, no pushing or pulling.

[@TheGranChris]

For new quilters flipping is bad. Tell them to use a second ruler just butted up against the other ruler. The fabric separates when they flip it.