Transform 99-cent Bandanas into Fun Quilts using the Web Technique!

[@sandraroberts1234]

Thanks!

[@revelationquilts]

Thank YOU!

[@luminaowisp6437]

Flour sacks were decorated specifically to be used by housewives sew. I have a quilt my grandmother made of flour sacks, and they were nice quailty fabric. That makes sense because a loosely woven fabric would not hold flour well.

[@revelationquilts]

Great point - plus they were so pretty. When flour companies found out that women were using them for quilts, they started making them pretty. Somewhere I saw a great documentary on this subject.

[@laurietaylor8340]

My dad told about going with my granddad to get flour that his mom always used to make towels. When the companies started printing overall prints they had to get certain ones she requested. The companies also printed actual pattern pieces for children's clothes to be cut out and seen but they were for young kids and dad and his brother were older. Just saying.

[@teresarogers3433]

Flour sacks were made a lot better than some of our fabrics today, that is for sure!

[@patbuegeler7770]

❤❤My dad used to sell corn meal and flour in printed sacks. They made great kitchen towels. Enjoyed this video.

[@kikiwalker7718]

I would consider using your 8 leftover bandana pieces and make a tote bag to out your folded bandana quilt inside. 😊

[@revelationquilts]

Kiki - That is an awesome idea! Much love!

[@sandyhumissouri5131]

Tote bag ideas is GREAT!

[@vickilee7866]

Or a pillow?

[@janetrawlings422]

I have wanted to make a quilt for years using bandanas, and now I know what to do with them. Awesome video! Thank you!

[@revelationquilts]

Glad it was helpful!

[@b.a.erlebacher1139]

I commented on the video when you bought these bandanas that they can be disappointingly thin and coarsely woven when the sizing is washed out, but that I was sure you'd come up with a way to make something beautiful out of them. Looks like your bandanas are better fabric than mine were, and you've certainly come up with an ingenious way to use them! I really like the way you"ve cut and recombined them to retain the overall circular design. You've got two unusual and colourful quilts there. Bravo!

[@revelationquilts]

Thank you - they honestly aren't as thin as people are thinking. They will be good car/picnic/beach quilts. Can't beat the price.

[@spunkysagittarius87]

I’ve seen bandanas that are 100% cotton but almost see-thru for how thin they are. Would you use a stabilizer in that case?

[@destrygraves]

No border. I use the web technique when I do disappearing 9 patches to make sure they get sewn in the place I intend them to go. I just never knew that it was called that. The second round is a brilliant way to make 9 patches. Think small squares with a random effect or possibly ombre. Think postage stamp quilt. In whatever size you want you want the squares to be. Even could be a side project you work on with pieces leftover from a current quilting project. So much inspiration in one video. Thanks for sharing. PS: I just started this year using a spray starch before I press before I make the initial cuts. I was,and remain, impressed with the difference it makes. It’s a game changer if you’re using a less expensive fabric.

[@revelationquilts]

There is also a lot of inspiration in your comment! Thank you!

[@helenwilliams7112]

Thanks for the clear directions in real time! Great idea!

[@revelationquilts]

You are so welcome!

[@virginiacollis4580]

I made a quilt like that back in the late 70's and put wide lace all around for a border. Used an old comforter for the inside. Loved it!

[@revelationquilts]

Brilliant idea!

[@sandyhumissouri5131]

Brilliant idea to echo the design - bandana/lace and use what you have. I'm curious how the bandanas held up to washing and use? I know our bandanas carried as hankies/sweat mops get softer and more wonderful, hopefully those used for quilting do the same?

[@KelleysQuiltsandCruises]

What a clever idea! Thanks and Happy New Year!

[@revelationquilts]

Happy new year!

[@BeckyMortonWeeks]

I like the first one the best but like them both.

[@revelationquilts]

I agree with you!

[@theREmissionary]

I've been seeing these bandanna quilts on KZbin this morning, for some reason, and I love them! You mentioned using flour sacks for quilting -- my mother made us dresses from flour sacks when I was small. I wish I had one of them now, 60+ years later.

[@revelationquilts]

Wonderful!

[@micheleh4016]

How fun! I love your creativity. Every time I walk by the Hobby Lobby aisle with all the colorful bandanas I admire them but wonder what to do with them. This is a great idea. It would make a great Comfy (charity) quilt for kids. And the bandanas are so soft when washed. Also can't wait to try the web method. I have a sewing room setup that's conducive to that. Thanks for sharing.

[@revelationquilts]

It's my pleasure!

[@bobbiejoyce1402]

That is exactly what I was thinking. I am making quilts for older foster boys and this would be a great one.

[@alexmares2984]

Eine schöne Idee. Großes Dankeschön! Ich wünsche Ihnen Gesundheit und weitere Ideen.

[@revelationquilts]

Vielen Dank! Ich schätze diese freundlichen Worte.

[@romonaelrod7870]

I like both quilt tops,I like the 2nd one the most.

[@84seray]

I love both versions! But that second one speaks to me for some reason! I love the fact that the original bandana design is maintained. That's the WOW factor!

[@revelationquilts]

I hope you give it a try!

[@paulamcclellan8436]

I think black & white for borders or sashing are a perfect compliment to this colorful quilt , the way you cut & sewed is great .Insipid to try this method.

[@revelationquilts]

Great! Enjoy!

[@Mickey-jn8hz]

This is a truly great quilt for a teenager! Any kid would be overjoyed with something like this!

[@revelationquilts]

I agree!

[@saraharrell1768]

I have had a group of yellow and light blue as I wanted to make quilt worth those two colors. Thank you for this tutorial as I was wondering how I would make it and now I have a pattern for it. Thank you

[@revelationquilts]

Glad it was helpful!

[@katielin2379]

I prefer the first version block. As for a border, anything goes. Looks very cool. Happy New Year!

[@revelationquilts]

Happy 2024 to you as well! Much Love!

[@kathleen.rogers1442]

Love this idea of using bandanas!!! They came out awesome 😊

[@cathyblood6864]

I think a gingham would be a neat border. Black and white most likely.

[@revelationquilts]

That would look very cool I think!

[@stitchann]

Absolutely love these quilts. I think I might have used some stabilizer or interfacing on the back of these bandanas as they can be pretty thin. But beautiful non the less. I think a black border would be stunning.

[@vareekinyanjui6119]

I made a bandana quilt a few years ago. Some of the takeaways were that the bandanna was definitely not square. The biggest takeaway was to use stabilizer because the bandannas were definitely thin and did not hold up long. I will definitely make another with stabilizer.

[@spunkysagittarius87]

Would you use shapeflex 101 or something else?

[@stitchann]

@@spunkysagittarius87 I think 101 would be fine unless you can find an even more lightweight fusible interfacing.

[@nenarodriguez8484]

your so creative. beautiful quilt

[@revelationquilts]

Thank you! 😊

[@alanda8109]

I had at first thought you were going to make a kaleidoscope quilt. I think I'm going to try that out. I think you might need to buy at least 2 of each color. Great idea on this!

[@revelationquilts]

Great idea!!

[@janetheobald7377]

Thank you so much for making instructions so easy to follow. You make the most complex looking quilts so easy to make. Love it

[@revelationquilts]

You're welcome! I'm glad you found it easy to follow.

[@jphares52]

Unique way to sew using bandanas. I love it!❤

[@revelationquilts]

Thank you! 😊

[@patsmith9400]

These quilts are gorgeous…very clever design…

[@revelationquilts]

I’m glad you like them!

[@goatladygletha792]

This is so clever! I love it! I've also been drawn to bandanas, but felt self-conscious about using them because they weren't quilting quality cottons. But this is fun! I won't limit myself now!😀💕

[@revelationquilts]

Go for it! Don’t let the haters tell you otherwise!🥰

[@debbiebailey6677]

Very colorful! ❤ I’m glad you use the bandannas. I wanted to do something with them. It reminds me of my father, who wore them all the time.

[@revelationquilts]

Awesome! That could be a great tribute to your dad! Much Love to you.

[@vickilee7866]

Black & white borders!! I love the multi colors quartered. Gorgeous!

[@revelationquilts]

Thank you!

[@kellymitchell2286]

Awesome. This will be my next project.

[@revelationquilts]

Great! Enjoy!

[@peggyreinhold886]

I love this idea of cutting the bandanas and use them this way, unfortunately bandanas are not that "in" in Germany but I will have an eye on it, so may be..... For a border I would use the black and white, the pattern is so busy it don't need any more pushing. I wish you a happy New Year, stay well ❤

[@revelationquilts]

This would also be a great pattern for those fat quarters you don't know what to do with (if you have fat quarters in Germany, that is)

[@peggyreinhold886]

@@revelationquilts Oh yes we can get everything what patchwork and quilting needs, but bandanas yes but in limited offers....

[@margaretWestminster]

You have done a really nice job on a bandana. All the colours toger are beautiful. If you wernt making alot for a quilt you can make lovely place mats also. So glad they make them in lots of colours. Thank you ❤️🟪⬜🟫🟩🟧⬛🟥🟦

[@revelationquilts]

Great idea! I actually thought about placemats - they would make a lovely set!

[@sandymajors6015]

I love bandana print and use it often. These quilts are gorgeous!!!

[@revelationquilts]

Thank you so much!

[@winwinmyfriend4727]

That's so cute i love how the way the patterns just lined up perfectly. ❤

[@revelationquilts]

They really did!

[@willworkforyarn4893]

So pretty. How interesting they all look together. I would do a black solid border and back it that way also, They are both my favorites!

[@revelationquilts]

Thank you for your great suggestions!

[@charlenemiller9784]

I love both quilt tops.

[@donnaduguay7532]

Wow. Both quilts look amazing. Your so creative. Thanks for sharing your idea.

[@revelationquilts]

Thank you! 😊

[@Yodi430]

I LOVE both of your patterns! Years ago, my daughter and I discussed using bandanas for a quilt/throw etc. Now, after seeing your ingenuity and creative resourcefulness, I may give it a go in the future! Thx so much!

[@revelationquilts]

Wonderful! I hope you enjoy!

[@lauriekerestes7840]

i was just thinking of doing this. Now i will! beautiful job!

[@revelationquilts]

Yay! Have fun!

[@kattybob1749]

The first one I like. Yes, black and white borders will frame the colors. Lovely and bright.

[@revelationquilts]

Thank you! I think I like the first one the best too.

[@leerobs1118]

Hi from South Africa 🇿🇦 the process is amazing and the end result is brilliant 🎉🎉🎉 well done... and as always thanks for sharing... because sharing is caring 😅😊

[@revelationquilts]

Greetings! Happy New Year to you!

[@googleminis8544]

Granny and I made a quilt back in the 70s and she gave me the pattern for it was for an 18 inch block and it only has three or four pieces in the whole pattern. I haven’t watched you complete the quote to get but I just got excited over the 20 in.². You were using. I will be quiet now so I can finish watching your video which I enjoyed very very much. Thank you again.

[@marciamerryman3587]

I loved these quilts made from bandannas! So simple and your directions were well done. I especially liked the first one because I could still see the patterns of the bandannas. Thanks so much for your tutorial!😊

[@revelationquilts]

It is my pleasure! Thanks for watching!

[@deborahcrowder1550]

Love your idea! Thank you for sharing with us!😂

[@revelationquilts]

Thanks for watching!

[@lorrainewalden4924]

I love the sewing method. Second o e is my favorite. This pattern is on my to do list❤❤❤❤

[@revelationquilts]

Yay, thank you!

[@lyndapatrick8303]

Such a great idea , love both options ❤

[@revelationquilts]

Thank you

[@mackenziedrake]

This is brilliant! The technique would work well on a larger quilt as well.

[@revelationquilts]

Yes it does! I did a mock-up with fat quarters and it looked very cool!

[@michellerutkowski6858]

I love this idea! I think this may be my next fun project.

[@revelationquilts]

It was fun! Enjoy!

[@carollougheedmiller]

Love this Bandana idea. Thank you!

[@revelationquilts]

Glad you like it!

[@peggygunderson5578]

Neat idea. Thanks for another idea.

[@revelationquilts]

You bet!

[@fransak2723]

What a very clever design.

[@garnettasmith1717]

I love this quilt! Thank you!

[@revelationquilts]

So glad!

[@cheryl121152]

I have a bunch of denim squares cut for a rag quilt but was still in decided on what to back them with. Missoula's Hobby Lobby will be opening in February and I have gift cards, so I'll be deciding on what colors of bandanas to use. Thanks for ideas and the video.

[@rita.mperez1754]

I love these Quilts..

[@cherylbrown4058]

This was a very happy quilt! Great idea to use them.

[@revelationquilts]

Thank you! 😊

[@rebeccah1292]

I love your use of the hand weight for cutting.

[@revelationquilts]

It works really good. It could be a pound heavier though. I got the idea from Donna Jordan.

[@tinacarvelli6884]

OMG, I am looking at my two hand weights right now on the floor next to my bed. They are going to be moved into my sewing room now. What a great idea! Thanks for the tip

[@revelationquilts]

@@tinacarvelli6884 I'm glad I put them to good use. Lord knows, I certainly don't use them for their intended purpose.

[@paulaneary7877]

This is really fabulous! I like both but really love the second quilt. Great job! I think the border with the black strip and the white strip would look fabulous.

[@revelationquilts]

Thanks!

[@nitescudelia8777]

This looks amazing and ,like always, your projects are so ingenious! I don't know who designed and who produces these bandanas ,but I found them all over the world. I also bought two from Bucharest, where I live . Now I found a way to use them . Thank you for sharing with us this smart idea . I wish you all the best and a Happy New Year from Romania !❤❤❤

[@revelationquilts]

Happy 2024 to you as well! Enjoy!

[@martirichards1424]

They are both amazing looking. How clever are you! ☺

[@revelationquilts]

Thank you! Cheers!

[@gloriagandy9721]

WOW! I just found you! Thank you for your Amazing quilt tutorials! Keep it up! Thanks again!

[@revelationquilts]

Thank you! Will do!

[@michele.the.quilter6174]

They are beautiful!

[@revelationquilts]

Thank you!

[@christinewozniak4557]

What awesome quilts! You are so talented ! Love them !

[@revelationquilts]

Thank you! Cheers!

[@eshannon922]

I love your idea for bandanas. Both quilts are awesome. It does make me want to try.

[@revelationquilts]

You should!

[@JuleeChristensen]

Love the web method, it really gives that scrappy look but made with ease. A year ago I used bandanas and jelly roll strips to create quilts for my teenage grandsons. I loved how neat they looked. Thank you

[@revelationquilts]

They sound amazing! 🤩

[@adinaderoy-stouffer5724]

Great design! Will definitely try something like this

[@revelationquilts]

Thank you! Cheers!

[@nenarodriguez8484]

wow that is beautiful .and you explain it very well. i think ill make one thank you for sharing

[@patriciamoller3060]

Thankyou , l really enjoy your lesson , my style of sewing, keep up your great intriguing ideas

[@revelationquilts]

Thank you! 😊

[@carolyngerkin8420]

A black and white border sounds might be perfect!

[@dottiemathews6853]

THIS IS SO COOL! LOVE THIS METHOD!!

[@revelationquilts]

Glad you like it! It has changed the way I put blocks together for sure!

[@tchr1106]

You are so clever!! thanks for sharing

[@revelationquilts]

Thanks for watching!

[@Happysewist]

I can’t tell you how much I love this bandanna quilt! I am starting one today. I like the little 9 patch one although I love them both, thank you!!

[@revelationquilts]

You are so welcome! Enjoy!

[@GrowingGoodHair]

I prefer the one on the left, although I will always love my floral fabrics,😊

[@revelationquilts]

I adore floral fabrics as well!

[@tonkabear2369]

This is pretty cool. Thank you for sharing.

[@revelationquilts]

Glad you liked it!

[@magdasteil6402]

Very nice,is a lot of work! I will see it about just more than once, to learned this technique!

[@revelationquilts]

You can do it!

[@Sandra-ul8pu]

Beautiful. Sandra B. ❤️

[@analopes4142]

Amazing..great idea !!

[@revelationquilts]

Thank you! 😊

[@sheilakeating9089]

I am glad you realized you could skip the first square up and just go to square up with using the medalion❤

[@revelationquilts]

Me too - it saved much time.

[@reneecontreras8158]

Great design!

[@revelationquilts]

Thank you! It was pretty fun!

[@sunflowerbaby1853]

So creative and clever.

[@revelationquilts]

Thank you! It was pretty fun and challenging to see what I would do with these bandanas.

[@omisfavorites1054]

Amazing! I love the technique. Thanks for the wonderful video!

[@revelationquilts]

You are so welcome!

[@elaniarkady7351]

Oh that's so much prettier than the individual bandanas! Edit: i love the idea of a black border to make the colors pop. The leftovers into a pillow?

[@revelationquilts]

That is a brilliant idea - I just might do that.

[@peterivkovich2314]

from Gerry- What a fabulous idea! Be blessed.

[@revelationquilts]

Same to you Gerry - Happy 2024!

[@jwestfalldavis3574]

Clever idea!

[@scottydog6539]

Very very pretty quilt. A wonderful idea.

[@revelationquilts]

Thank you!

[@acynestevens4885]

I absolutely love this idea! Brilliant! I like the 9 patch better, but both are fun. I'd like to try this using just two colors.

[@revelationquilts]

Go for it & have tons of fun!

[@Mickey-jn8hz]

I hope those things don’t bleed….because you are making something beautiful.

[@revelationquilts]

The color-catchers I use always seem to do the trick for me. I like to think positive!

[@marcellajohnston743]

I'm going to make a handkerchief quilt this year.

[@revelationquilts]

Enjoy!!

[@denisestilling2810]

I wonder if using 50% of the bandanas the same colour and pairing with the multiple colours then cutting a churn dash block would be cool, too…I like the double layer cutting similar to a disappearing layers x-patch design and swapping fabric….perhaps if cut on angles more interesting blocks would result,..or what about using equilateral triangles and turning each triangle for a kaleidoscope effect…your work is so inspiring …love your creativity and clear instructions. Looking forward for more great ideas in 2024. 🎉🎉. 😊

[@revelationquilts]

@@denisestilling2810 I love your creativity! I challenge you to give these ideas a go! I'd love to see the results 🤩

[@marcellajohnston743]

Love this. Thank you. What a great quilt.

[@revelationquilts]

You are so welcome!

[@kathysalkeldbonilla6541]

I prefer the version that is not so busy, with greater harmony. Nice work!

[@revelationquilts]

Many thanks!

[@Dbibb1]

New subscriber sent by Melissa from 70 Acre Farm. Thank you for sharing your knowledge!

[@revelationquilts]

Awesome! Thank you!

[@patstrawhouse4005]

Clever idea! Love it! Making a ‘disappearing’ 25 patch would be interesting as well. There are several cutting choices that you could create-adapting disappearing 4 patch, hourglass etc-and you could keep the same pair together or swap it with other pairs. I’ve just subscribed, and ai’m looking forward to watching past & future videos! Stay well! Muskoka ON 🇨🇦

[@revelationquilts]

Great point! I think there are so many possibilities with this. I thought about cutting diagonally as well.

[@bitspiecesquilting]

Thanks so much for this - so creative and a really economical option that pays tribute to the quilters of the past who made beautiful quilts from whatever was at hand. Happy New Year!

[@revelationquilts]

Happy 2024 to you as well!

[@scottydog6539]

Those bandanas are very pretty colors

[@revelationquilts]

They really are!

[@AuntDi2]

I absolutely love this! I have always wanted to make a quilt using bandannas. I would put sashing between the blocks so I wouldn’t have to line up all of the seams and I think it would showcase each block better. Great job!

[@revelationquilts]

Great idea!

[@terigibsonTrainer]

I love this method!! I will try it. I like the one on the left.❤

[@revelationquilts]

Yay, thank you!

[@dorismays2448]

Very Pretty ❤❤

[@revelationquilts]

Thank you! Cheers!

[@janetrocher5012]

I like the first one. This would make a great New Years Eve Project. I don’t have any bandannas, but I have a good stash.😊😊😊😊😊

[@revelationquilts]

I did mock-ups with fat quarters, so I know they work well!

[@donnacrozier2003]

WOW, awesome job! Too much work for me! Thanks for sharing! Very creative! Thank you! I have a bunch of bandanas, think l will put them in my yard sale!

[@revelationquilts]

You are so welcome!

[@kaythompson8721]

I'm late to the party...but I always incorporate any extra blocks into the backing. Depending on how it's done...it can be a cool reversible quilt!

[@revelationquilts]

Great Idea!