Fabric Pull - Choosing Colors For My Linen Quilt

[@christinahall3318]

SEA GLASS - Beach Quilt!!! That is all I could think of looking at the colors……THEN the mustard - SUNSHINE and WOW the FLOWERS!!! I am in love with this quilt already! Cathy, thank you so much for taking me along on this pull. I cannot wait to see the finished quilt. Sew On Sis! Love ya!

[@silver_csmith]

Oh that is a perfect explanation of these fabrics!!! 🌊💙💚👏🏻🥰

[@TheCatBirdQuilts]

Aww, thank you, Christina! ❤️ And YES, it's like sea glass! You won't have long to wait since I'll be doing the whole thing this weekend!

[@christinahall3318]

@@TheCatBirdQuilts I am looking forward to seeing this beauty!

[@patriciarinehart6219]

Love the colors! It is a great pattern too. I checked the book out of the library after the last video you did with this pattern, and I ended up using it to make a memory quilt for someone out of 9 very plaid shirts. Delivered it to them today. I used a white shirt for the snowballs and arranged them so that they made little "squares" which looked a bit like 4 large plaid flower petals with a white center, which was perfect for the family receiving it. Thank you for all that you share.

[@marybeth4002]

It's genius, you are a genius! From the moment the floral fabric swatch was on your table, I loved it. I felt disappointed when it bit the dust to the pile on the floor. But.... my, oh my - your decision to bring it back for consideration and now decided to use it as binding is brilliant. I AM LOVING it!! The quilt will be beautiful. Enjoy the process of making the quilt❤

[@TheCatBirdQuilts]

Thank you, Mary Beth! I have loved that fabric as well and have been wanting (and trying) to use it in several different projects but never found the right place for it. Here's hoping that it has found it's place! 🤞🏻❤️ And thank you---I'm actually really excited to tackle a whole quilt in a weekend!🤓😍

[@JoSews-t6m]

I felt the same way!

[@LanaGB05]

If I were anywhere near you, I would just sit there and break down all your shirts just for the reward of listening to your looooong explanations about anything. ❤

[@TheCatBirdQuilts]

Lana, it's a deal! Now I just need you to move to the States (or I can move to UK! Your choice. 😂😘) It would really be the perfect arrangement. ❤️ I actually thought of you yesterday regarding YOUR skillset and expertise---I wondered if I could take the huge black linen shirt and turn it into a linen dress! But of course, I am unskilled in garment making and my previous attempts at dresses are ill-fitting. I thought, "I bet Lana would rock it out if she were here!"🤩

[@juliaraley9563]

Road trip!!!

[@Cassandra-..-]

Shirt Breakdown Retreat? I’m in.

[@Cassandra-..-]

Please, PLEASE make up some “I have deeeeep malcontent” merch. It’s so funny coming from someone so positive and pleasant that I’m just dying.😂 (Also, I loved those prints on their own, but The Colorist was absolutely right.) Retraction: THE FLORAL AS BINDING IS INSPIRED!!!! #WatchTheWholeVideoBeforeYouCommentDuh

[@TheCatBirdQuilts]

I'm lol-ing at the thought of "I have deeeep malcontent" merch! Hilarious! And thanks about the binding--I think it was meant to be!

[@RobertTaylor-dn7kq]

Hello from Australia 🇦🇺 I have to wait up on Friday night to see your new video each week…can’t wait! After you showcased Sharon Holland’s Utility Style quilt book I asked my library to order it for me and very quickly now have it (brand new) in my eager little hands🤣 I am so glad you chose Comfort (love that quilt). The entire process of choosing colours and fabrics is part of the love that is “sewn” into the quilts we create and for you Cathy it is such an integral part of your “quilt stories”. It would be difficult to choose a fave video but your “quilt stories” are magical. Thank you again to you, Paul and the colorist (and your other daughter) for bringing comfort, essential knowledge and joy to mine and so many others’ worlds. Annette 🇦🇺💕☀️

[@TheCatBirdQuilts]

Thank you, Annette! Your sweet comment means the world to me!❤️

[@deborahdewar1353]

Cathy, your assistants - the colourist and “ oooo Paul” are geniuses! What a wonderful video on the process of planning a quilt. You have so captured the joy/ agony of choosing the right quilt pattern and the fabrics and colours to make it all harmonise. Thank you for this little bit of heaven on a Saturday morning here in Oz. You make my heart sing and are so inspiring ❤️🇦🇺 hugs all around xx

[@TheCatBirdQuilts]

Oh my goodness, thank you Deborah! ❤️

[@juliaraley9563]

I love hearing about your family and how they help support you in every way. The edits are lovingly comical….instagram filter 😂😂😂😂😂 priceless. I am so happy I stumbled across your channel, but I have been collecting shirts ever since ❤. Thank you for all you and yours do for us viewers.

[@TheCatBirdQuilts]

Thank you, Julia! ❤️

[@quiltykris]

I cannot tell you how much I was rooting for you to pull that floral back in for the binding! Bravo!☺

[@TheCatBirdQuilts]

Aww! Thanks, Kris!❤️

[@garnettasmith1717]

Me too!

[@caroldearheart]

Love the colors you landed on. The analogous color scheme reminds me of sea glass. The snowball corners will be little sailboats on a glassy and peaceful sea of naptime.

[@TheCatBirdQuilts]

Thank you, Carol!❤️ And yes, I can totally see seaglass too!

[@redparrot9489]

Paul’s time stamp made me laugh out loud. Great production values at work. 😎👍

[@TheCatBirdQuilts]

M-E, right?! He is hilarious!

[@doloresnash287]

Genius on the floral!! It adds a little pizzazz!! Can't wait to see the quilt!!

[@TheCatBirdQuilts]

Thank you, Dolores!

[@shannoneaster9311]

And love how Paul’s quilt behind you turned out! Love the dark background!

[@TheCatBirdQuilts]

❤️

[@georgiadabinett6312]

Yeah for floral binding.

[@pamelagreen8543]

I think we'd be great friends and quilting buddies if we lived near each other. I like the way you "think"

[@TheCatBirdQuilts]

Thank you, Pamela!❤️ I'm sure we would!

[@juliasander1680]

I find the Fabric Pull process so satisfying, so I enjoy watching others do the same! So fun! Great job!

[@TheCatBirdQuilts]

Thank you, Julia!❤️ It is satisfying to me, too, both to do it and to watch others too!

[@djlane5213]

Kudos to how you’ve trained Paul to understand. If my husband said my fabric were saturated, I’d be checking for leaks from the faucet. 💦

[@TheCatBirdQuilts]

The kudos don't belong to me, they belong to Paul, who knows the term "saturated" from graphic design! 🤓👍🏻 I get to benefit from his knowledge! But I laughed at your leaky faucet comment! 😂

[@cindydriedger7797]

This is a fascinating topic … I like the way you go through all of the choices - The ones you keep and the ones you discarded and why. A great exercise - thanks for sharing your thought process…. This is my favourite Part of making a quilt but it’s a skill that needs to be developed as you get better and better at quilting

[@TheCatBirdQuilts]

Thank you, Cindy! It's my favorite part of the process, too!❤️

[@kathleenhaywood6142]

Ahhhh. Nothing satisfies like a new Catbird video with my morning coffee. Your color patate is reminiscent of the Rothko quilt. Love that the floral made it back in...gorgeous. How can I send you a picture? I found the MOST amazing shirt at my favorite thrift store.

[@TheCatBirdQuilts]

Thank you, Kathleen! ❤️ If you go to the main page of my channel and click the little "...more" button at the description of the channel, it will take you to the about page and under "Channel Details" you can "view my email address" Then just email me the photo you'd like me to see! 🤓👍🏻

[@CalicoJungle]

All blues go together. The more you have the better they get along. 😊

[@sally-anneshotter9174]

But late in watching. But just new that floral fabric would make a come back, it was fantastic and tied everything together

[@Buffy_Summers_Sunnydale]

I love when you take us thrifting with you. It is like shopping with a friend.

[@TheCatBirdQuilts]

Thank you, Buffy!

[@Stacy-iu6ch]

Short jump from genius to madness. It’s gonna be beautiful and don’t let the Colorist tell you no on the floral cuz we say yes.

[@yoshiew05]

You have inspired me to make a linen quilt. My mother was a Japanese immigrant and I deconstructed a linen kimono she likely made. Was going to make a garment. The 14” width threw me. A quilt out of linen is perfect!!! Using linen ftom my stash. It already has a name.

[@TheCatBirdQuilts]

Yoshie, how wonderful! ❤️ I hope you enjoy working with linen and end up with a beautiful quilt that celebrates your mom! What pattern will you use and what are you going to name it?

[@yoshiew05]

I’m going to use a kimono quilt pattern as inspiration only use an actual kimono.

[@TheCatBirdQuilts]

I'm sure it will be gorgeous. 🤩

[@debbietrapp7757]

Good morning Cathy, ohhhh I can’t wait to see the finished quilt. The color selection is so beautiful, I was never a big fan of green, but I now find green very calming. I love watching you pick your colors for your quilts. Hope you have a wonderful weekend with lots of sewing 🥰🥰🥰

[@TheCatBirdQuilts]

Thank you, Debbie! ❤️ Since I'm going to tackle the "quilt in a weekend" this weekend, I'd BETTER have lots of sewing!! 😂 But you too...hope it's a great one!

[@prosie1968]

I thought you might use the floral for the snowball but I’m glad you used it, so fun and unexpected.

[@TheCatBirdQuilts]

Thank you, Prosie!❤️

[@dedrasmitherman7983]

This quilt will be gorgeous!! Great color pull. The floral for the binding is definitely the cherry. 🍒 You should come to one of our retreats and just see what all you can get done. 😊

[@TheCatBirdQuilts]

Thank you, Dedra! ❤️ and you're right, I should!

[@shannoneaster9311]

Golly, I can’t wait to see your finished quilt! Love where you’re headed with the color choices. I’m totally interested in making anything out of linen, but am nervous about how well it will hold up to lots of use and laundering. Maybe you would be willing to do a “show and tell” about this and show a before and after laundering quilt sometime. I love how freshly ironed linen looks, but I’m not sure how the crinkles will look and feel in a finished, laundered quilt.

[@TheCatBirdQuilts]

I will have to do that: video about linen quilts before and after! Linen is surprisingly durable and resilient to washing. It DOES rumple and crinkle significantly, though, so if you want a flat, smooth linen quilt, you'll have to press it after washing and drying.🤓👍🏻

[@tamarapalaniuk5412]

Love this and I can't wait to see the finished quilt.

[@silver_csmith]

Definitely genius!! It’s funny as things were progressing I was like “that flower fabric would make a great binding” 😆👍🏻 This color combination is sooooo lovely I can’t wait to see it come together! 🥰👏🏻

[@TheCatBirdQuilts]

Thank you, Charity!

[@juliemac5604]

I like the floral and think it's lovely, but when you pulled the mustard, I immediately started saying (out loud!), "Grey binding! Grey binding!"

[@debracav1933]

I’m a newish quilter too. I started quilting in 2019, sewing a ‘quilt in a day’ pattern as a baby quilt. The quilt top took me six weeks to sew! Hehe. I guess I proceeded very carefully!

[@TheCatBirdQuilts]

I think the "quilt in a day" patterns can be so deceiving...even the quilt top usually takes far longer than a day! And good for you for taking your time!

[@staciefreeman4396]

Even before you pulled the print backing for the binding, I had the same thought, really I walked across the room and said, Yes!!

[@TheCatBirdQuilts]

I feel that support! Thank you!! ❤️

[@lindabritt8922]

Thank you so much for sharing your thought processes. It really helps me understand color theory so much better. You’ve also shown me how to go through random fabrics and and put them together, which not many people do.

[@TheCatBirdQuilts]

Thank you, Linda! ❤️ I'm so glad it was helpful for you!

[@CoraWilfinger-ix6hx]

Hi Cathy from Wisconsin :) So much fun watching you do this! . I tried putting a color way for a new quilt the past couple of days, while trying to embrace the process instead of stressing over it. That's a challenge for me. Lol, my husband would walk by and see my picks, and go nope. That happened several more times. Anyway, I think I found the picks. I will just sneak up and spy on them a few more times to make sure they are still all getting along and make my heart happy. I can't handle asking a binding to join yet, I need a breath, lol. Your fabric selection is beautiful, so calming :)

[@TheCatBirdQuilts]

Thank you, Cora! And I relate...I have to walk away too. Sometimes for days and then eventually I'll either find the "missing" color or I'll realize I'm satisfied with it and then I can proceed!

[@zormier2002]

It is genius. Great job and that is going to be a beautiful quilt. I WISH I had your vocab. Multiple sclerosis stole most of my words from me so now I just sound like an idiot searching for words 95% of the time but it could be so so much worse. God bless you and yours.❤

[@diannenaworensky6698]

I have the same problem only mine is from a stroke. It usually takes me many minutes to be able to vocalize what I want to say. I'm wishing you will be able to say what you need or want to say. ✌🏻♥️

[@TheCatBirdQuilts]

Thank you, Tara! ❤️ I think so many of us take SO many things for granted---assuming that something as natural as speaking is a "given" and will always be there. I'm sorry for that loss of speech; and I'm sure you don't sound like an idiot! But I am grateful that you've shared some of your story with us here; it is a good reminder to me to be grateful and not take my ability to "have a lot to say" for granted! 😘

[@TheCatBirdQuilts]

Dianne, thank you for replying, too. Your kind heart comes through in your comment...and I am so sorry for your loss of speech from a stroke! Although in person it might take you a bit to get your words out, here on my YT channel, you are always a bright spot in the comments and your words are clear and encouraging and supportive. So thank you so much! ❤️

[@julievanderkroef187]

Thanks So Much! The process you use involves the heart as much as mind…. You are very talented in many ways because you feel it… and you just know when it’s right! That’s a gift. It’s good of you to share your process and we all are looking forward to seeing your results. - from Crafty Julie

[@TheCatBirdQuilts]

Thank you, Julie!❤️

[@juliasander1680]

I was so hoping you would bind with the floral fabric!!! It brings everything together! Love it!

[@TheCatBirdQuilts]

Oh yay! Thank you!

[@sallyriley8408]

Oh my word, Cathy! I was watching your process with my headphones on and agreeing/disagreeing out loud along with you....much to the eyebrow-raising of my husband!! So glad you decided on the floral for binding. It will be very pretty!

[@TheCatBirdQuilts]

Thank you, Sally! ❤️ I guess we'll all see very soon if it really works the way I imagine!

[@sistersister2999]

It often just takes one color placed just right to make a quilt sing. I'm sure your choice of gold will do that. And the floral binding will be a lovely touch of whimsy!

[@TheCatBirdQuilts]

Thank you, Sister! I am hoping exactly that--that the gold will make it sing and the binding will just be a touch of delight. 🤓❤️🙏🏻

[@LakesideQuiltmakingArts]

We may be sisters of another colorist mother 😂 Love a heavily nuanced color convo! 🥰🤍👏🏻👍🏻😃😂😅😍🥳🥰

[@TheCatBirdQuilts]

Obviously I do too, Dawn! ❤️

[@kathleendepew1683]

Paul’s quilt looks awesome!

[@TheCatBirdQuilts]

Thanks, Kathy!❤️

[@pegpage8618]

Wow - you knocked it out of the park with this color draw. Love the final result. You are so very thoughtful in your choice of color, hue, value. I somehow need to be more thoughtful like that - I’m working on it. Lol😅

[@TheCatBirdQuilts]

Thank you, Peg! ❤️ I know you ARE working on it! Did you ever finish your D4P with the Engelbreit panel---that was a color challenge for sure!

[@vanillayogurt5650]

Air gap! Perfect description! 😂

[@TheCatBirdQuilts]

😂 right?!

[@julias.8236]

I thought "you can incorporate the patterned fabrics in the backing or as a label" but the binding option is pretty awesome as well. looking forward to your "quilt in a weekend". For me the biggest challenge is the quilting since I need a lot of breaks in between. All the rest: absolutely manageable in a weekend. You'll make it work, I'm sure 😊

[@TheCatBirdQuilts]

Thank you, Julia! ❤️ As you know, there are just SO MANY STEPS in quilting! The quilting part is without a doubt the biggest challenge (I need breaks too, else my back or shoulder starts talking to me!) but the quilt sandwich and binding are no walk in the park either! 😱

[@caw3258]

Yes, it's going to be outstanding! My comment is about how being able to make a quilt in a day or a weekend is predicated on the essential decisions of what fabric will be used. A great deal of my satisfaction is quilt-making is assembling the right fabrics for the right quilt, and I can't do it in a rush and still enjoy it. Your pleasure in making that a quick quilt would be greatly diminished if you had to include all the decisions and the prep work that goes into using scrap fabrics in that one block of time. You would be complaining bitterly to Paul and to your colorist that it takes all the fun out of the accomplishment, right? I so love the way you are passionate about color, it's just fun to watch.

[@TheCatBirdQuilts]

Thank you Ca!❤️ Agree 100%! If I also had to decide fabrics and make the quilt in the same weekend (or even just decide the fabrics in a rush) it would steal ALL my joy and eliminate my favorite part of the process! Hopefully this weekend I'll still be able to enjoy the "production" part and get the best of both worlds--I guess we'll see!

[@kathypeters9895]

Looking forward to seeing how all these play out in your quilt in a week-end project! I need to spend more time selecting and planning my color schemes!

[@TheCatBirdQuilts]

Thank you, Kathy! ❤️ I could probably stand to spend less time selecting and planning colorway---but I love it so!

[@angielovett4159]

Love it! The floral binding is perfect! It doesn’t have to match it just needs to ‘go’ and that’s lovely! I’m also in love with that orange. Excellent choices! I’m very excited for you and I can’t wait to see it come together! 💕⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️

[@TheCatBirdQuilts]

Thank you, Angie! ❤️ I do love the orange but I don't want it to be "the star"--I want the blue/green colorwash to be the star! I'm starting to get excited for the process---I have no idea how it will really go! 🤓🤞🏻

[@giselleyoung3248]

You and I are kindred spirits when it comes to playing with fabric and color (it's definitey a process 😉)! Please tell Paul his fancy camera filter work just made the video this week!

[@TheCatBirdQuilts]

It is DEFINITELY a process, but you know I don't mind. And I LOVE having a kindred spirit here with me! I agree--Paul's camera filter action was a better teacher than my words! ❤️

[@verwilliams1]

I’m saving this video. I loved watching your process. It was a great example of making decisions about color. Inspiring! Thank you.

[@TheCatBirdQuilts]

Thank you so much!

[@GrandmaP10]

Love, love your process and your final choices! The yellow and the floral are perfect!!

[@TheCatBirdQuilts]

Thank you, GrandmaP!

[@bbymks5]

Absolutely love the pallette and can't wait to see the finished quilt! I don't like that weird air gap either...even though I have to have a leg out at all times.

[@TheCatBirdQuilts]

Thank you! And we all have our quirks, don't we? I can't stand to have the sheet untucked, so no leg out for me!😂

[@bbymks5]

@@TheCatBirdQuilts I'm so short I'm still able to have the hospital corner at the foot of the bed because I don't like an untucked sheet either 🤣

[@angelamyers1201]

"with no blood or swearing..." Haha! love it! Though, there is often swearing on my end while having debates in my own head...

[@TheCatBirdQuilts]

Same, Angela. Same.🤓😘

[@connierivera1758]

Can't wait to see this quilt🎉

[@TheCatBirdQuilts]

Thank you, Connie! ❤️

[@veronicaosborn3029]

Everytime I watch a video…I’m saying in my head… same girl, same. 😂 Still working on my linen stash. Love that you are going for it, it will be beautiful as always.

[@TheCatBirdQuilts]

Thank you, Veronica! ❤️ I feel the support and the solidarity---SO GOOD to know I'm not alone in it!

[@shanaproctor100]

I can't wait to see how this turns out! It will be so beautiful.

[@TheCatBirdQuilts]

Thank you, Shana! ❤️

[@juliebeard6424]

Fabulous choices.❤❤ Your video has actually helped me with my issue too. I am making a huge quilt but it’s all matchy, as you put it. Needs something more! So will be waiting on the mail for three extra pieces of fabric to come in and do my auditioning! I know I need the colour that goes with the colours chosen. Blues, purple, teal, green and cream. I know it’s just one colour step away. ❤❤❤

[@TheCatBirdQuilts]

Oh yay! I'm so glad that you enjoyed the video and that it helped you! It's just hard to beat that cool color palette!

[@J.K.RiverisanoldLady]

I just read all 102 comments because I was sure another commenter would have mentioned the elephant in the room before me and I didn't want to repeat. But no! I can't be the only one to have enjoyed of what else the paisley print reminded you.

[@TheCatBirdQuilts]

LOL! Janis, right?! I am shocked no one else has remarked similarly. But I hope you laughed and I'm glad we can share this little connection. 😘😂

[@zormier2002]

I love that embroidery. I suggest you leave it in when you do use it

[@HeikeWoolard]

Omgoodness, all the emotions 😻🥰😍😁🤣😭🤔🤭😊🙃😳😫😞😮and in the end ❤🥰. This'll be sooooo pretty. I can't wait to see it finished.

[@TheCatBirdQuilts]

I wondered what your response would be, Heike! 🤓 I think (hope!) that I have found the perfect use for that amazing shirt! ❤️ And of course, every time I see it I think of you! 😘

[@HeikeWoolard]

@TheCatBirdQuilts I am so glad I sent it to you then. I don't see many linen shirts, so I only had that one. I am glad you like it, and it fits in well and pulls the colors together. 😻❤️😍🥰

[@jmc-xp6ml]

I love sitting on the floor.

[@TheCatBirdQuilts]

Same. Although I'm a little slower getting up from the floor these days!

[@connieprince9718]

Enjoyed your color choice tutorial - gave me much to consider when using solids for modern quilts.

[@TheCatBirdQuilts]

Thank you, Connie!

[@laurajones7417]

Love your process! I learn so much. And the term "nap quilt" is genius. I've never like the word "throw." Will using that from now on! As a tall person, I like them oversized as well. Look forward to your finished product!

[@TheCatBirdQuilts]

Thank you, Laura! And I never liked the term "throw" either! 😂

[@jmc-xp6ml]

Does hubby do the editing? Good job. Creative.

[@TheCatBirdQuilts]

He does! Thank you--I'm obviously biased, but I think he does a great job too!

[@janmancini3765]

I feel I struggle with color and balance, so I very much enjoy your discussions. Hopefully I will retain your knowledge and start to really understand. Thank you. I think I might need a color wheel!

[@TheCatBirdQuilts]

Thank you, Jan! ❤️ Like everything else, thinking about and practicing will help train your eye to find what appeals to you! (and a color wheel is ALWAYS a good idea!) 😘🤓

[@melilifabulosa5505]

Absolute PERFECTION

[@daleodberg6714]

Lovely in-depth planning.

[@TheCatBirdQuilts]

Thank you, Dale!

[@jodystancliff7864]

I cannot wait to see this one finished. The colors are stunning and I LOVE that you used the print for the binding. For a free quick quilt pattern, check out Pat Sloan's Oh My Stars. I was able to make and quilt one for my niece who is going through breast cancer treatments. That includes washing and cutting the fabric and machine quilting.

[@TheCatBirdQuilts]

Thank you, Jody! ❤️ I'll have to check out that pattern--you know I'm always happy to receive pattern suggestions!

[@amylynn1345]

Oh looking forward to seeing this made up!❤ pretty fabric pull! 😊

[@TheCatBirdQuilts]

Thank you, AmyLynn!

[@robertaa.8600]

Hi Kathy! Somehow I knew your choice of binding 😊. I enjoy each video. The first one I ever saw was Paul’s suggestion on how to square up a quilt with a T Square. Reminded me so much of what my late husband would have said. Thanks for sharing ❣️

[@TheCatBirdQuilts]

Hi Roberta! Thank you so much for watching and commenting!❤️ I'm so sorry your husband has passed, but I'm glad that my husband's influence on my quilting brings back good memories of your husband for you!

[@g.butterly8294]

Yes, Yes, Yes! It's GENIUS! It gives the fantaisie touch that works so well with you too (and as you mention for he quilts you do for your friends: it has to fit to this person!). Just love it, sure it comes very well at the end! It reminds me the very classical but also floral freshness of 18th century costumes. Bravo!

[@TheCatBirdQuilts]

Thank you, G! I can TOTALLY see 18th century costume and I LOVE THAT. ❤️

[@suehorn4182]

It’s neat to follow your selection process. I always over think this process. ❤

[@TheCatBirdQuilts]

Me too. But I don't think that's necessary a bad thing. 😘

[@elizabethcollins8817]

Excellent color-way choices!🌷

[@TheCatBirdQuilts]

Thank you, ma'am!

[@gisellejones1139]

In response to your question, l'm approaching 6 wk mark post op and doing pretty well...have started sewing again slowly and have been taking advantage of some good fabric sales at my local shops( oh darn) l also helped my friend pick out some Kaffe fabric for a quilt l said l would make for her 70th in Sept. This will be a challenge as these fabrics are not usual for me...😮😮 lf youcan do itso can l...lol😊

[@TheCatBirdQuilts]

So glad you're recovering well! And of course, yay for sewing and fabric sales! Yes, if I can do a Kaffe quilt, then so can you! Do you have a pattern in mind already?

[@anneoconnorao]

I looooove this video!! What a beautiful, vicarious experience! I really love your mind; I am always entertained!!❤

[@TheCatBirdQuilts]

Thank you, Anne! ❤️

[@susannecoachingzentrum7354]

More genius than madness. 😀 The floral binding is a very good choice.

[@TheCatBirdQuilts]

Thank you, Susanne! ❤️

[@cassieplayford634]

I love to watch your process. I think this quilt will be stunning. Can’t wait to see it! 💕

[@TheCatBirdQuilts]

Thank you, Cassie!❤️

[@CalicoJungle]

Different isn't always better. Sometimes, the one you enjoy making is best. And why you'd want to make an entire quilt in one weekend ? When I make a quilt, I'm making an antique for the future.

[@TheCatBirdQuilts]

Thank you for the encouragement to make what I enjoy (even if it is a repeat!) I have thought a lot about doing a quilt in a weekend (or a day) and wondered at the appeal since quilting is a slow craft, by nature. Then it occurred to me that if I had small children, or didn't have a dedicated space for sewing where I could leave works-in-progress out, or if I was a full-time worker with limited free time (lol--that's actually true of me!), or if I was headed to a quilt retreat, I might want to make something that I could complete in a weekend. ❤️

[@CalicoJungle]

@TheCatBirdQuilts I know something of work. . . I do that so I can quilt. Quilts are a message spoken uniquely. It was a running joke, I always made 9-patch. Traditional w muslin, reproduction. Amish, w alternate squares, sashing, cornerstones, 3" or 6" , on point, and sew on. Some of your stuff would look so cool 😎 in other colors or other forms of textiles. Japanese mosquito netting, hand dyes, silk, endless variables. I hand-piece or machine sew other projects. Queen size to miniatures. Hand quilt and play at machine quilting. Squares planned on a grid are the best. It's like stringing beads or counted cross stitch. Yes, you can make a quilt in a day (ish.) It is a great way to practice the skills necessary to complete a work. Eventually, we get better at what we do, and then we find our voice. . . Lately, mine says 3/4 inch log cabin strips are the way! Or, cut all that fabric into 11/2" squares, and then make a top from the scraps instead. I guess it doesn't matter ultimately what pattern you sew, but for a girl that "has so much to say." The melons can't just be persimmon and beige, linen. I see sage and sunbleached turquoise, with wood worn grey, and a hint of sparkle. Your quilts have a touch of the Poppins, sometimes we didn't "hear" what you said. Repeat, sil vous plait. Sometimes, it just sounds better in pink. 🤔

[@kitzimmerman9843]

I can surely relate to the fresh air bottom.

[@TheCatBirdQuilts]

Right?! I want to have my backside as snuggly as my front side!

[@kirstenlewis3556]

I also love colors so much! Your final decision is great! Love it! Blues and greens have always been my favorites and the yellow you found is perfect!

[@TheCatBirdQuilts]

Thank you, Kirsten!!

[@susanlee1827]

Omg Cathy that blue star behind you is soooo distracting I can’t listen to your words!!! ❤❤❤❤❤❤ just gorgeous!

[@TheCatBirdQuilts]

Thank you, Susan! This is the scrappy quilt that I'm making for my husband--only one more block to go!!

[@tanglezest7601]

I really like how you line up the colors and take your time considering them. Also, how you take advantage of other peoples reactions to those colors. The print for the binding surprised me. It does add the finishing touch, though. A much needed reminder to me, that the amount and the placement are just as important as the colors.

[@TheCatBirdQuilts]

Thank you, Tanglezest!❤️ I'm really interested (myself) to see how the print works as binding--hopefully it will work out like I imagine!

[@patriciabryant6574]

I was trying to reach through the screen for that floral to suggest for the binding. Looking forward to seeing the quilt.

[@TheCatBirdQuilts]

You aren't the only one, Patricia! Apparently it was meant to be! ❤️

[@lauramonson5182]

I like using a print instead of a solid on my binding because I think it hides my stitches better...Love that floral to add a bit of feminine to a solid top...also...as it's going to be a nap quilt, have you considered using Minky on the back? Some Sticky Solvy strips will stop it from stretching on the edges. Love your videos.

[@TheCatBirdQuilts]

Thank you, Laura! ❤️ I've only done a few prints for bindings, but I do like it as a fun and interesting option. I hadn't considered that it hides stitches but that is certainly a plus! 🤓👍🏻 As for the backing, I'm actually doing all-linen on the back as well...it will be heavy, but hopefully breathable! But minky sounds like it would be SO snuggly!

[@JenniferDustin-dq3co]

I love it!

[@tiffanyclark5745]

Love love love Napsize!! Im desperately trying to learn more about color theory & these videos are so wonderful & helpful!!! Smart choice to try to 'quilt in a weekend' that's got an extra day😊 I can't wait to see this one completed! It's going to be so beautiful!!!

[@TheCatBirdQuilts]

Thank you, Tiffany! ❤️ And YES, I say we hold a meeting and vote for all quilt pattern designers to move to this name as a standard! 😂

[@romonaelrod7870]

Kathy, please reconsider putting some pink or pinkish orange in your quilt. I think that it needs it. I love the colors of fabrics that you have for it.

[@KatiDebelic]

Love your binding choice. It’s perfect! interestingly I have made (still deciding mind you) similar analogous choice for the quilt I am working on. Have fun making it!

[@TheCatBirdQuilts]

Kat, another viewer/patron made a linen quilt with a similar analogous colorway and sent me photos via email...it was lovely! I was encouraged and it validated my choices in this video! ❤️

[@dianeroome972]

Hello from overcast Vancouver Island, BC. Canada. Your colour palette reads a gentle feeling to me. Nothing is jarring, just snuggles. And we won't have to wait too long to see the finished quilt. Yeah! Will you get it long arm quilted?

[@JohannaVanWinkle]

Yes. I love this "gentle feeling" color palette as well! And it is linen! Can't wait to see the finished quilt.

[@Denise11Schultz]

When you said overcast, I went to ‘serged edge’, before I read Vancouver. 😉

[@marybeth4002]

I believe Cathy said she was quilting it herself on her machine. At least that's what I think she said.

[@TheCatBirdQuilts]

I'm planning on doing the whole entire quilt myself, including quilting! All in one weekend! Hopefully it will all get done!

[@karenbrunette6314]

Perfect ❤the choices and the reasoning behind the entire process

[@TheCatBirdQuilts]

Thanks, Karen!

[@stefflcus]

Sorry, SORRY, I didn't catch anything you said in the intro because I was LOOKING AT THE QUILT TOP BEHIND YOU MORE ON THAT PLEASE. 😲 😀 But then the defining of "nap quilt" brought me back. As a short person, those ubiquitous 50x60 throws are SOCLOSE but not quiiiiiiite big enough unless I'm perfectly still--not to mention they're close enough in measurement long vs. wide that it's a frustrating, not-fun game to find the "long" side. Let's make nap quilt happen! ...Ope, no, now I'm staring at the stars behind you again. ;)

[@TheCatBirdQuilts]

I'm one block, some sashing--and maybe borders--away from finishing that Quilty Stars quilt (for Paul! 😍) I truly think the "Nap Quilt" should be a thing. At least 60" wide and 72" long (minimum 70", could be a titch more.) And square throws are beautiful but irritate my soul to actually USE. I need a rectangle quilt, please. OBVIOUS rectangle, please (for the love!) for the reason you mentioned and probably 10 more...reasons which, as we know, I'd be happy to share if given the floor.😂

[@stefflcus]

@@TheCatBirdQuilts By all means! I'm happy to commiserate re: Why Is This Not A Rectangle Dear Lawd I Can't Believe We Have To Explain This To Y'all. Yay Quilty Stars! I can't wait to see it, if Paul allows it. :D

[@coreygilles847]

I like to make my binding a head of time so when the quilt is done I can machine bind it in less time ❤

[@TheCatBirdQuilts]

I usually do too! For the quilt in a weekend video, though, I don't want to "cheat" (really just take shortcuts) and do anything in advance other than pick my shirt fabrics and prep them (ie starch them.) 😊

[@connierivera1758]

🎉home run🎉❤

[@SewTeresa]

I think the binding will be beautiful 👍🏼👍🏼

[@TheCatBirdQuilts]

Thank you, Teresa! ❤️

[@texcurtis77006]

#linen!!! Might just have to make me one. 😝

[@TheCatBirdQuilts]

LOL. Think so? 😘

[@melissagordon1231]

Ooohh, love your selections. I could listen to you all day! I look forward to Fridays.

[@TheCatBirdQuilts]

Aww! Thank you, Melissa!

[@pebblekelsey1227]

You nailed it. Have fun this weekend.

[@TheCatBirdQuilts]

Thank you so much!! I'm certainly going to try! 😘

[@renesellers8797]

This video read my mind, essentially finding the right size quilt, I have never understood why the standard throw size is not slightly larger. After watching your linen shirt videos I was so excited to start buying thrifted linen shirts to make a quilt. I haven’t had any luck finding men’s shirts but I did find a some linen dresses, I can’t wait to start breaking them down to see how much fabric I get from them.

[@TheCatBirdQuilts]

Thank you, Rene! I'm glad to know I'm not alone in the struggle for the "right" sized quilt!! I'm eager for you to break down your dresses to get fabric for quilting---quilting with linen isn't for everyone, but those of us that love it, LOVE IT. ❤️

[@gisellejones1139]

Hi Cathy...good video..always enjoy those thought processes and had a chuckle over you trying to pick out that embroidery 😊 ls that quilt pattern from Sharon Holland's Everyday Quilts book?l think l'd like to try that one when l can cut again....another week or so post op❤

[@TheCatBirdQuilts]

You definitely SHOULD chuckle over the visual of me picking out that embroidery--it was a sight! 😂 Yes ma'am, the Comfort Quilt from Utility Quilts for Everyday Living book. You will LOVE IT. I meant to ask with your last comment (or two ago)--how did the surgery go?

[@celiaambrose9008]

Will you have enough of the floral print to do the binding? I do really like it a lot! Hope to see how this all comes together.

[@TheCatBirdQuilts]

I will! It will take a shirt back, a full shirt front, and part of another shirt front to do it, but if I measured correctly (and subtracted the right amount lost in the joins) I should have over 300 inches of binding and I need 292 (which includes 20-in extra!) Isn't that crazy?! So much fabric in a shirt!

[@TheCatBirdQuilts]

Yes, Celia! I measured my shirt using a 2.5'" binding ruler and all I'll need is a shirt back, one shirt front, and 1/2 of the other shirt front.🤓👍🏻