Raw edge quilting

Discover the beauty and versatility of raw edge appliqué with this comprehensive guide. Learn about the tools and materials you'll need and essential techniques for creating intricate designs.

This is quite possibly the quickest quilt you will ever make! Mini 10" quilt 'sandwiches' are sewn together with a 1/2" seam. The seams are clipped to give some great 'cuddle-up' texture.

If you’ve been quilting for a while and are looking to try something new, or are just looking for an alternative to piecing, Heather Thomas has the technique for you. Learn how to add quilt texture by layering and stitching raw edge fabric pieces in various sizes.

Raw edge applique is a great way to quickly stitch down your applique. The raw edge will ravel a bit with use. Super cute and simple, plus a video to help.

If raw edge applique on curved shapes intimidates you, you need to try the Husqvarna viking Opal 670 computerized sewing machine and an Open Toe presser foot. Read on to find out how Elaine Theriault achieves beautiful, smooth stitches on her applique shapes for her Valentine’s pillow, and how you can too!

Jean Impey loves to play with her art—including this technique for raw-edge appliqué quilts where she claims to quilt with abandon. Read on for her technique or grab a copy of Quilting Arts June/July 2019!

Jill Finley on Instagram: "Cut off the seam allowance where a piece will be under another piece. No need for that extra bulk and prep time if the raw edge will be under a stem or vine. #jillilystudio #applique #quiltingtips #quilting #quilt #prepareapplique #sew #appli-glue #preparededgeappliqué"

I like to think of finishing the raw edges of a quilt – to be a little like adding the ribbon to a package wrapped with pretty paper – or the frame on a painting. The project is still pretty – but finishing the raw edges make it complete. Finishing the edges of my quilt is an important part of the quilting process – and I have to confess – it may be my favorite part. There’s more than one way to finish the edges of our quilt. So … how do we choose? Read more ... #Quiltblox #QuiltBinding

Good morning! I am astonished to report that, not only did I reach last Tuesday's weekly goal of completing half (24) of the blocks for Lars's Mission Impossible graduation quilt, but my mom and I got ALL 48 blocks done last week. Woo-hoo! They are all laid out on my design wall now, waiting to be sewn together. Mission Impossible: All Forty-Eight 12 inch Blocks Complete! I just have a few decisions to mull first, such as: Am I going to sew these blocks into rows next, or will I sew sets of…