Trying Something New! First Time CLAMSHELL Quilt with the Clammy Ruler!

Kimberly's trying something new! This is her first time ever to attempt a Clamshell quilt. Curved piecing has always been daunting for her, so she's stepping out of her comfort zone for #QuiltGoals2023 with the help of the Clammy Ruler by Latifah Saafir! It's always good to keep trying new things, you just never know what will stick!
#ClammyQuilt #LatifahSaafir #QuiltGoals2023 #Quilting #FatQuarterShop #ClamshellQuilt
CHAPTERS
00:00 - Intro
00:39 - About the Quilt
06:31 - Cutting the ClamShells
14:13 - Piecing Together the Rows
18:18 - Sewing the Rows
26:43 - Trimming Down
28:14 - Final Result
COMPLEMENTARY VIDEOS
▸ The Clammy by Latifah Saafir: bit.ly/3LBmXan
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[@LatifahSaafirStudios]

Hi Kimberley! Love that you're facing your fears. Incidentally, you picked the hardest size and conquered it so YAY! I always recommend quilters go bigger for their first try at it. In any case you knocked it out of the ballpark with this cute pillow. FWIW, I've made many 8", 10", and 12" Clammy quilts but I've only ever made a pillow as well with the 6". 😍

[@stitchinglonestar6362]

That is beautiful! I love that you tried curved piecing, Kimberly!! 🎉

[@Merrigold.Quilts]

Kimberly, for not having done curves, you picked the hardest pattern. You did awesome! I do tons of curved quilts and it opens up a whole new world of patterns! Thank you for tackling this! It came out beautifully!

[@juliaofhamburg]

Wow Kimberly! R - E - S - P - E - C - T ! It super beautiful! I don’t think that I would be patient enough to sew this. Maybe a MugRug 🥳 Great job and thank you for showing us how to do that! 🌷🌸🍀🌺

[@debracameron9012]

Wow, well done, it looks great. I think this is way beyond me even though you gave some great tips and tricks and made it look very achievable. Thank you so much for sharing your great talent and skill. ❤

[@brendaryan306]

Thank you Kimberly for showing how you step up and try something that looks potentially frustrating. Sometimes I hit snags in my quilting/sewing that challenges me to think in a different way. Patience and a little bit of trust while watching a video helps a ton. Your block turned out so cute. I need to get that electric quilt program because I love how it helps you plan out your fabrics, too.

[@judyroy2728]

I loved the demonstration, you simplified the directions to make it easier than it looks . But I know it’s a harder pattern! You did awesome! Love your courage to try it on camera!!❤

[@patriciakalisak4300]

Lol I found I was holding my breath while you were sewing. The pillow top came out gorgeous and the finished quilted pillow is lovely. The fabric is beautiful!

[@cindyadams3022]

Great video this week and Will did a great job! I was watching while sewing, but it’s hard as I was drooling over the Moda previews!!! I would love to sit down and talk with Kimberly, I could learn so much from her!!! Thanks again!

[@chrislittebrant5235]

Hello Kimberly, This clamshell quilt turned out Fantastic ❣️ Thank you for this tutorial. 🥰👏🥰 Chris

[@quiltgram3056]

Love the finished pillow!!! And what a great idea. I just added 'try something different that I have never tried before' to my Project Chart spreadsheet for 2024. I have 7 categories yearly and I break down my projects into four quarters each year. One example is Family Quilts. And I schedule one each quarter. Some of the other 6 categories are; Fabric collections I have on hand, Using my old fabrics; My Unfinished Quilt Log, Patterns I own. So, just finished a quilt for our oldest son and that one hit both Family and Pattern I Own. Four of the projects I schedule one for each quarter. Two of the categories are scheduled on alternate quarters. And I machine quilt my own on my domestic machine. Right now I'm at my spreadsheet adding another category for 2024. Must try something outside my comfort zone. Thinking about making a quilt using only solids. That is unless something else pops up before I use this category. Beautiful pillow.

[@ss2short]

That’s a great plan. I may have to copycat you. I’m usually so distracted because there’s no direction.

[@suziehemmer6116]

Thank you so much for sharing your new adventure with us. Looks pretty darn good on my computer screen.

[@SuperBettyboop23]

Well done Kimberly you did an awesome job tackling that I don’t do circles myself but I have to give it a go thanks so very much for sharing ❣️✂️🧵🪡💖💗💕

[@cyfisher]

oh my, I would have the clamshells inside out, upside down and sideways! You've given me courage to try this, your explanation and instructions make so much sense to me. Seeing you sew this and talking through it helps tremendously. The end result is beautiful!

[@margm4]

Thanks Kimberley. You demonstrated that so well. Doing those curves is similar to how I used to insert sleeves into garments. I love how you showed how to plan the fabrics. Thanks so much for your talent. 🇦🇺❤️

[@angelastoutenger7944]

You are amazing Kimberly. Thanks for walking us through and demonstrating the process but there is no way I’m ever going to do that. 😂 Great job!

[@lisareed5669]

If there were an Oscar for sewing demonstration ... you WIN!!! This has so many brilliant elements all working together beautifully!

[@Kitchensurprise]

Came out great. Definitely a rainy day project ❤

[@the614stitcher]

I'm so happy that you are stepping outside your comfort zone and trying different things. I've always been intimidated by this this block. Maybe I'll give it a try when I get the template.

[@PattyB521]

You are a gifted and inspirational quilter, Kimberly! You have inspired me to abandon any hope of ever doing clamshells! 🤣🤣

[@elestehorn4290]

Thank you for showing us how to do this clam shell in a very calm manner. Trying new is a bit challenging but in the end, you will get there. So beautiful, Kimberly.

[@lorettahenderson8979]

Thanks FQS...beautiful stitching ❤❤

[@caroltemperley2261]

Clam shell is on my bucket list. Thank you for this tutorial 💕 My 2024 plans are first to finish my WIP's and then start a new project.

[@georgette329]

It was nice seeing you tackle something different and out of the norm I hope that you continue to expand on trying different shapes and harder patterns. It gives me hope that I can tackle something like this myself.

[@janehollingsworth8108]

Thank you for walking us through something new! Keep it up!

[@peggyayers6172]

You are one brave soul! It turned out fantastic!

[@aspalsbury]

Bravo, Kimberly! 👏👏👏 You’ve inspired many of us to try curved piecing!

[@wadecoffie7255]

Those fabrics are delicious! Thats what I love about FQ Shop.

[@pamchamberlin6703]

Wow impressive!! I love the clamshells❤️

[@patriciaruppert201]

Well you were so brave to tackle those clamshells. Great work. ❤❤❤

[@sewquilty]

It came out Great! Yes, it is good to try something new--even when it is Scary. So glad to see you go to the stiletto. I once sewed completely through my finger--the needle broke off in it with the thread still sticking out. I had to use a pair of hemostats to pull the needle through & get it out. I ALWAYS use a stiletto now.

[@lindahorton9488]

I’ve used this ruler on a couple quilts and it really made a clamshell quilt doable. I don’t think I would have attempted a clamshell without this ruler. 👍

[@das0421]

OMG Kimberly! You are so brave!😄

[@lauragreer5240]

That is one block I want to make but it looks so intimidating. I'm glad you tried it for me. Thanks for the great video.

[@SpaceLanderGirl]

I am so glad you did this. I saw a lady who had done one of these but a few had cat ears on them. Then little eyes ect on those few. I loved that quilt but had never made a clamshell. I have the pattern but trying a pillow size first what a great idea. Your video gave me confidence to try this. Thank you! ❤

[@henny5272]

Preciosa diseño. Magníficos colores. Gracias Kimberly ❤❤❤❤❤

[@brendacupryna631]

Thank you for this video. I've been, stupidly, making one of these but bigger. Following your instructions I have done 2 complete rows in the time it has taken to do one. Thank you again

[@ninettebeheler1746]

Amazing that you keep on learning! Comes to show you that theres a whole quilting universe to discover! Also my quilting goal for 2023 is to finish the projects on my 2021 list!

[@jeanmclellan1823]

Love seeing new things, but I always pick up new to me ways of doing things watching you.❤

[@judyriddell]

That was awesome, Kimberly! Thanks for trying something new. I really like to hear your process of working through the pattern. Great job!

[@ss2short]

Kimberly thank you sooo much for doing this. I’ve had her rulers for a long time and wanted to make a small project. This is just great and good to see you doing something out of what you do. Gives all of us courage needed to push our envelopes!!!!

[@lzal9204]

I’m making the same quilt right now with the 12 in template/ruler- queen sized. Watching her videos is super helpful. The pattern looks a lot harder than it really is.

[@marthahall9295]

O Lawd Kimberly! I had enough anxiety for the both of us but you are amazing! What a beautiful job you did and you actually made me think I could almost do it😂 Thanks so much for all you do to help us and I LOVE that you are willing to do new things. Please keep them coming!

[@deeannhansen1469]

Love your ability to take on that challenge!!!Love your color choices!! It’s beautiful!! 🎉❤

[@guadalupeblakey9926]

Thanks Kim. It’s beautiful and I’m making a pillow cover from this pattern.

[@millieklinnert3093]

It's beautiful 😍 Looks perfect to me

[@susanmiller60]

I made a t shirt quilt this year. It has been something I've always wanted to do. It came out beautiful. I even backed it with luxe cuddle which I have never done. Glad you're trying something new. 😊

[@pamelasoper6448]

That looks so beautiful! Thank you for the demo!

[@pate5947]

thank you. You are very brave to do this one. i wouldn't even try

[@debrastewart9194]

Great idea using soft and stable!! Great job sewing those curves😊

[@alisahausgaard973]

You did a great job! You were brave to do this in front of everyone with your first try. ❤

[@brendabragg8437]

Thanks, you did a great job and I enjoyed watching the detail of the video

[@user-te8tr7dn5d]

I loved it I am a beginner. So this is way over my head.

[@janeystahlman-davis5695]

Beautiful. Maybe one of these days I'll try it.

[@interesting3813]

I would have quilted the top before i cut it down. Then maked my seams and sewed on my pillow backing and fabric then trimed. Just easier on with my fingers. Love the detailed video. Thanks Kimberly

[@ss2short]

Great idea. I’ll try that when I do mine. Using my Longarm seems like overkill

[@sandrakramer2642]

That looked brutal. Good for u!😊

[@QuiltyNana]

That was a great tutorial, these can be a challenge. I made a small quilt many years ago in clam shell design before we had the wonderful rulers and KZbin that we now have access to. I had a chipboard template and a stiletto. I swore that I would never make one again. Like you said at the end though, it was a labor of love and I did take my time with it. It also got me to try a New Yoke Beauty though so I learned a lot in the process. Thanks for offering these great tips and advice as well as showing the processes so more people will have the opportunity to try something new!

[@bratmamma]

Even though you love to starch, sewing curves is easier if you r fabric is more pliable. Thanks for the video.

[@ibrockinrobin67]

Thank you SO much Kimberly for braving something new. I have a 3yo grand-daufhter named Ariel. My hubby built her a castle bed last summer and I've been wanting to make her a clamshell quilt but ive been too hesitant. She says her favorite colors are punk, purple, and blue so im going to pick out fabrics and see if I can make it for her Dec bday. I like your idea of 1 row per day. I appreciate the step by step guide along with the pattern writers tutorials.

[@glenysp1206]

So good to see this technique demonstrated, but I don't think I will be trying it anytime soon. Yours looks great.

[@teraramage6210]

Brilliant to make it pillow sized. I’ve never done curves. My goal this year is to learn paper piecing. I’m working on Legit Kits Color Vortex BOM. I really like it. It’s my first time doing BOM too. Thanks for showing how you keep your accuracy, it has been really helpful to me. 😊

[@rebeccaaguilar9550]

You did fantastic for your 1st time! Love this❤️

[@ladybridey8559]

You did great! I am inspired!

[@MomONineAZ]

You did a very nice job, and the ruler and pattern look very well done, and easy to understand. Not sure this is a project for me, but if I wanted to do one, would be way better equiped to try it after watching your video. The pillow is very beautiful.

[@pywagner]

Wow! You really stuck with it! I thought you'd have a harder time, honestly. I haven't tackled clamshells but am currently trying out drunkard's path. It does take patience, for sure. Thanks for the educational video. Your pillow turned out so cute!

[@debranorris4331]

Thanks Kimberly!! You did a great job!! It looks pretty tedious but the results came out very pretty!!!

[@kathycronin8547]

This is so great! I purchased the Clammy and the pattern earlier this year but have been too intimidated to attempt. Kimberly --You make it look easy! Now to pick my fabric.

[@jeannesnodgrass8073]

This is beautiful!💕

[@kathrynbarker7967]

Wonderful demo. No wonder you are so successful, smart as a whip!

[@gracehorton6240]

Excellent tutorial, thank you.

[@amyziehm4754]

This was fascinating to watch! And what a great result you ended up with!

[@brendastroud4102]

Great job! I love it and think if I make it I might add white pompom trim. Thanks for sharing!!

[@noramurdock2569]

Love that you are leading the way for us to try new things! Keep inspiring us ❤

[@lynnefloreani1063]

Thank you for the tips and being honest about the time it took you to finish this project. Many quilt video say “quick and easy” when it’s not. Your commentary about this is much appreciated!

[@SewTexas]

Good job Kimberly, I have never made the clam shell, not sure it is one I want to do. Your pillow is very pretty.

[@kellyholtz8830]

Thanks for doing this video.

[@joydicksonquilts]

Great job. Seam align glue works great on curves.

[@annierubyslipperz589]

OMG! ❤ great idea! I’ll have to try that next time I make another Clammy quilt

[@marianacortes922]

Hermoso el resultado....crero que es un bloque para personas con conocimiento previo y práctica ...es difícil pero hermoso.

[@JuanitaHooker-wx9up]

Great job. Love it❤❤❤

[@kathleengillen6096]

Great Job, thank you.

[@Joy-eq6qg]

Kimberly Jolley, I got tense just watching you sew the first couple rows! Amazing job on your finished mini quilt. Love your fabric. I added this project to my bucket list. Glad I have some experience sewing curves from years of garment sewing. Thanks, Kimberly Jolley & FQS😊

[@bonitanance6380]

Kimberly thank you so much for choosing this pattern! I've used Latifah's rulers for other designs, but never the clam shell! You did an awesome job!

[@danalake4645]

Love to see a new technique! I have a drunkards path pattern planned and would love to try the clamshell pattern now that I have seen you demonstrate sewing those curves. Well done!

[@teresastradinger9986]

This is so cool!

[@semperbuffo]

Beautiful job Kimberley. I am afraid I cheat and just turn the top curve under quarter inch and then appliqué them on. I use heat proof Mylar to make a template for the quarter inch. Great pillow

[@Auntie7024]

Thank you so much for this challenging block tutorial. I love the fabric and color combinations. A project for the future I love the clam shells!! ❤❤❤😊

[@debrapritts7978]

Loved this video!!! Great job, I’d do a pillow as well👍🏻

[@joane8651]

Good job, Kimberly! It was very brave of you to do this pattern and thanks for all the tips in sewing.

[@marybetherfert8787]

Thanks for demonstrating this pattern. It turned out really cute!

[@melodyshortsmusic.8]

Great items

[@patricianewkirk2158]

Really enjoyed you attempting something different.You did demonstrate how to layout,mark and sew,never thought I wanted to do clam shells but now I want to try.

[@tristadav]

It's beautiful, but wow, that looked hard! I use my stiletto by Tula Pink all the time and it's one of my favorite notions!

[@susanradford9503]

Wow you made that look so easy Kimberley. I definitely think it is above my pay grade! Really interesting to watch the process with you. Thanks for sharing. The pillow looks fabulous.

[@cmhelv]

Kimberly, I think you made it look easy! It is beautiful, and you did an immaculate job as always! ✨💖🏆

[@karenbrunette6314]

Amazing tutorial

[@BrendaH289]

Great job ❤

[@person2463]

Curved piecing and me 😂😂😂😂. You wonderful brave woman, this is lovely. Maybe the curve of an 18inch clam be easier for a gumby like me. Hugs, Chel 🌸

[@sewnsew4fun]

Wow! You rock, Kimberly! I'm tempted to try this myself. It's beautiful!

[@annouellette2438]

I love this quilt pattern,but It will have to definanetly go into my bucket list like the pineapple quilt, that I finally did after 20 yrs of piecing quilts. This will have to be a winter project when I'm stuck in the house because of the weather. 😂

[@lauraruthruff4741]

Thanks Kimberly for encouraging us to venture out of our comfort zone. I for one am so nervous sewing curves that I avoid them. Your pillow is beautiful. I may have to try it. Like you said .. start out small