Making the first block of the Kaleidoscope Quilt

[@elizaklein1611]

"Let's not be serial killer exact, alright?" lol. perfect

[@angelavaladez6450]

Your pinning Technique makes total sense.. Shared learning!👍

[@vallywills9652]

You have become my quilting hero! Thank you…

[@jenwalter7447]

I just found your channel on a fluke. Thank you for your service!!! I am so happy to see a beefy guy sewing, it's not just your grandmoms hobby!!

[@arvettadelashmit9337]

You did a great job on that first Kaleidoscope Hexie. This is going to be a beautiful quilt.

[@shannonschwab3754]

Love your tutorials. Informative and thorough but not drawn out. I can't wait to see the end product.

[@heatherwatson7692]

I've only done one kaleidoscope in my life. It was extremely tedious. Glad that you showed the importance of pinning all 6 layers in place. Put the time in beforehand and you'll be much more happier with the results of your cutting.

[@constanceclark6708]

It's going to be beautiful.

[@wendywharton6917]

Thank goodness you are a breath of fresh air, now I will get myself some material and get started.

[@sarahkittelson622]

Your video is much easier to understand than others I've looked at. Thank you!! I'm struggling with it, but you've really helped me : )

[@DawnAtCusterCottage]

Good choice on fabric!

[@vesta41]

I loved to see that your dog was keeping you company! My dog does the same.

[@heidim7732]

The process looks so finicky, but this is so close to a zero-waste technique. I also watched Donna Jordan's video on this kaleidoscope method; hearing it explained by 2 different teachers helps me process. As a new quilter, hearing you say "It's only fabric. It's only thread," uplifts me. I never even started for so long because, struggling with perfectionism, I was afraid to waste material and time if it wasn't 'good enough'. My first 2 full-sized quilts (2nd is on the frame now) were made using thrifted materials only. Thank you, from Canada.

[@debbiejessee4004]

That is beautiful fabric, I can't wait to see the finished quilt!

[@alliecreates6038]

I LOVE LOVE LOVE your cameraperson!!! The best!! I can see exactly what you're doing and what you're talking about! Thank you Thank you Thank you! You motivate me to sew 💕

[@larryg6221]

This man is so easy to follow!!!!

[@sandracedar368]

You are wonderful! I've missed you. Thank you for sharing your talents & goodness. Hello to your Mrs. THIS IS GOING TO BE BEAUTIFUL🎄🤗💝

[@dianekring7672]

Beautiful fabric!!

[@joane8651]

Excellent tutorial, Merry Christmas to you, Yvonne and family🎄🐕

[@michele1491]

Great fabric choice

[@Magic-Myrlin]

I love your video, I've wanted to make the kaleidoscope block for a long time, but was afraid to actually do it until now after watching your video. Thank you.

[@barbaramangel4746]

Waiting to see how it turns out. I want to make a quilt like this

[@CedarburgSue]

Thanks for the tutorials! I'm about to do my first kaleidoscope quilt and I didn't have a clue where to start. You made it easy to follow! I'm now subscribed. Thanks for your service to the country and to quilters around the world.

[@conqueringmountscrapmorewi2509]

Merry Christmas to you and your family! I'm just hanging out and hand sewing with quilt project. I very much enjoy your videos. Thank you for sharing!

[@paulaneary7877]

OMG! That fabric is just GORGEOUS! And the patterns came out just stunning! Thank you for the video!

[@gillianrayson9736]

It's a simple technique for a stunning end result. Hope you all have a wonderful Christmas and a Happy and covid free New Year. (I've had my knee op--went really well and now George , the husky, and I, can go for a hobble around the garden with my crutches--well I hobble and George gallops!)

[@junehanson7865]

I have never made one of these you make it look so simple

[@annwilliams2075]

A quick rule of thumb re repeats: the distance between the beginning of one print of selvedge fabric, colour, name etc info and the beginning of the next is one repeat. So if you want 6 repeats you cut 6 lengths using these markers. For a kaleidoscope pattern I put the 6 pieces together, then cut the strips the length I need from them. Then the six triangles together. If you have the space it is easier to do if you have the space to spread the fabric out. It gives lots of different kaleidoscope patterns. Can not wait to see the finished quilt. Oh regarding the sewing together of the blocks; I sew them in threes and then put on the design wall in rows. Each section of 3 triangle will fit together with the next kaleidoscope 3 in a row. And it is easy to move around the sections around this way. 😊😊😂

[@heatherwatson7692]

Love your red, white, and blue star pins!!

[@sandracedar368]

BEAUTIFUL❤

[@maryspeth3469]

Using a Fuji Mum flower print in this quilt is terrific !

[@dhunterrn]

Hi! Great job. I may have to make a kaleidoscope quilt now. Thanks! I did notice you at first used your new Bernina, then switched to the Brother machine. I have your exact two machines. I prefer the Brother PQ1500 for piecing, and the Bernina for everything else.

[@GreenlandQuilter]

Awesome job!

[@dianepeterson7606]

Love the material. Your technique will make a gorgeous quilt.

[@KarenGreene51]

My brother in arms you are so awesome. You have come so far. Nothing stands in your way. Wish I could meet you and your lovely wife. Please have a Merry Christmas 🎄🎁 and a very Blessed 2022.

[@brendabrinkmanpasichnyk3500]

Beautiful

[@michellefrazier7499]

Beautiful fabric! I am inspired and want to do one of these too! Can’t wait to see how this con s along!!!!

[@jeanielipskey1272]

That looks awesome Mark!

[@valleriejoy]

I hadn’t planned on making a kaleidoscope quilt but this video convinced me to give it a try. I’m not sure if I’ll hand sew or machine sew it. Thanks for the inspiration.

[@nineboneable]

Hand piecing is soothing, calming, and relaxing plus it takes a longer time to complete a quilt. ;) Machine piecing is quicker, especially if another quilt pattern pops up and demands attention. :)

[@SB-hn6ut]

I love your style! You make me want to try this - and I will!

[@lynette.]

Love the way this pattern can transform the fullest patterned fabric. This fabric was fabulous to start with. You demonstrate how you don't have to over pin .

[@angelavaladez6450]

Thank you for the Shared Learning!!!

[@lesa6399]

Kaleidoscope & NYB have been on my list for awhile. Your tips have given me courage! I still have 2 other quilts to make before I can begin them so I am sew thankful for replay!!! 😊

[@marshawallace7522]

I love the fabric you are using. Can't wait to see the finished quilt.

[@bevcote2357]

Beautiful fabric. Merry Christmas to you and the entire family. Blessings.

[@wandagordon6453]

That fabric is so beautiful. Praying you and your family have a Merry Christmas!

[@terrig2298]

Thanks for the video!

[@judyfargo8162]

Beautiful!!! I wondered how this was done! Thanks!

[@JudithBrummett]

I'm liking that you pinned. Very much. But how do you know it's the same at the fold in order to get the 2nd print.? Wouldn't you need to unfold fabric and do 6 layers instead of 12 when cutting?

[@francesgraves4864]

Beautiful no other words love the fabric

[@adelaidesocki3595]

Thanks!

[@BrokenArrowPottery]

Gonna be gorgeous! Looking forward to seeing how this works. MERRY CHRISTMAS & HAPPY NEW YEAR to you and yours! God Bless you and all the men and women who have answered the call and sacrificed so much to serve in the Armed Forces. Warmest wishes & thanks. -jw

[@amyohl5037]

Very pretty. Glad you chose that fabric. Merry Christmas love to you all.

[@ericataylor1708]

Awesome video

[@jeanwhittle4622]

So cool thank you for showing this I’m definitely going to try this!

[@nancyguss6739]

Great tutorial

[@margieryne6220]

Beautiful!👍🏻 You & Yvonne have a blessed & Merry Christmas & Happy New Year!❤️🎄

[@sabrinasalcedo2530]

I like the fabric. Makes a cool design. It will look really cool. Merry Christmas and Happy New Year to your family.

[@aberdeenred47]

wow...Niice. beautiful

[@sarahkruczek2623]

Brilliant thanks hun ..merry Xmas from UK 🇬🇧 x

[@barbaraghylin1594]

I really like what I'm seeing and I want to try this pattern. Is there a PDF I can print to follow along a little better

[@brendahamrick9337]

I love this fabric! Do you mind me asking where you bought it?

[@TheQuiltingMarine]

Funny you should ask. It has sold out but I was selling it in my store thequiltingmarine.com.

[@mountainmama4461]

good job

[@larryg6221]

What is that board called that the fabric seems to stick to please?

[@charlottecampbell417]

A difficult pattern. You did a great job

[@JulzHair]

What's the name (or link) to that fabric? Its so pretty!

[@TheQuiltingMarine]

Hi Julie! The fabric has since sold out but was being sold at www.thequiltingmarine.com. We will make an effort to get it back in stock. Thank you so much!

[@Charlie-cz3jh]

Mark - Thanks for the blue painter's tape tip. The fact it adds an edge to help snug up the ruler to fabric is really smart❣ Just saw your interview on Karen's channel. You are so awesome. Thank you for sharing your knowledge🥰 p.s. Hope you have a cutting mat that swivels now, so you don't have to cut like a lefty🤣. ...I just subscribed to your channel, so I got lots of catching up to do on your videos!

[@krystleroy3068]

Is that the pyramid 60 ruler I was having a hard time finding the right ruler

[@TheQuiltingMarine]

Hi Krystle! Yes it is a pyramid 60 ruler!

[@jackietucker8942]

Why don't they tell us about the selvage for repeats.. YOU taught this old quilter something new... Well done.

[@annknuckles4022]

How many times did you go around the ruler with tape

[@lisawallace1741]

Hi, i use three layers of tape. Hope this helps...

[@lenakosha155]

Seems like maybe just the top of the fabric would match and the backside would be off. Maybe unfold first? I'm watching videos before I make mine. Totally nervous.

[@alliecreates6038]

"Like recruits lined up for chow" 😄

[@quiltingforthesoul]

Love the fabric thank you for sharing. Merry Christmas to you and your family God bless you and your family.

[@lesliethomas6229]

If you lay your fabric horizontally then all your cuts would be righthanded and much easier. 😊

[@nineboneable]

I am wondering why you varied from the original instructions (Bethany Reynolds, Magic Stack-n-Whack Quilts - 1998)? If using the selvage as your repeat markings, I would go from the first letter all the way to the first letter of the next printing as my repeat, measuring 6 of them I would have the fabric store clerk cut at that point and/or rounding up to the next even cutting point. Wow, you must have a lot of arm strength to cut through 12 layers of fabric, I have trouble cutting through 6 layers of fabric. Next, snip in the fold and then rip the fabric yardage in half. Fold and set one half aside for later. Now, straighten up one short edge, measure your first repeat and cut. Use this first repeat cut as your template to cut the exact remaining 5 repeats. Spray starch and iron all 6 repeats. Pick a point in one corner, about one-half inch from the long edge, and pin, as you demonstrated. Continue to pin the entire repeat of fabric, spacing the pins in a line about 3-4 inches apart. (Bethany Reynolds, Magic Stack-n-Whack Quilts) Up to this point I have spent about 3 hours working, so I usually do this the evening before any cutting and sewing. I trim one long edge even in preparation to cutting the strip sets. I prefer to use the ruler as my guide rather than the mat measure lines but that is up to the individual. PLEASE point out to your viewers that you oriented the strip set on the vertical because of your camera angle & studio space, and that you would orient the strip set on the horizontal for cutting all the pieces. Yes, you will still have to rotate the strip set, but as they are still pinned no problems with the layers shifting. Your triangle ruler has a center line with the one-quarter seam allowance marked. So put the center seam allowance line on the trimmed short cut edge to make your first cut. This will assure that those edge triangles will fit exactly to make a straight edge on the quilt. The pieces you cut off will most likely be too small to fit exactly. Thank you for pointing out the sewing the triangles into 2 half hexagons for designing the quilt top. I do need to go back and watch your first video on the Kaleidoscope quilt.

[@Betsyboo1883]

Not sure what you need the video for if you know it all so well?

[@nineboneable]

@@Betsyboo1883 To support the KZbinr.

[@ephemerabluetit335]

You must know the repeat size before buying the yardage.

[@ephemerabluetit335]

Jeez stat at the cut edge, find repeat distance and cut. (not in the Middle)

[@norahmcphee4928]

Hi there Quilting Marine, oooo, your camera today was really making me dizzy with not staying at peace, please would it be possible for the person to either go slower when moving around or stay in the one place and steady. I am sorry but my balance isn't good and it's making me think i have walked off the Waltzers. I am only a new viewer to your channel, so you will be saying that i have a cheek telling you how to film, but i really want to see how to do this type of quilt and i would be so grateful. Norah, Glenochil, Scotland