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Getting started with quilting can be a bit overwhelming for the novice quilter. It can be a bit baffling to figure out what supplies you need and how to start putting your quilt together. However, with a little bit of guidance and knowledge, anyone can become a master quilter! Here at Watergirl Quilt Co., a local quilt shop in Prescott, we love helping beginner quilters on their journey to becoming masters! Learn more below, and shop our quilting supplies online today!
Decide on Your Quilt Style
The first step in becoming a quilter is to decide what kind of quilt you would like to make. There are many styles of quilts to choose from such as traditional patchwork, contemporary quilts, or even applique quilts. Once you have chosen a style of quilt, you can begin to gather the supplies you will need.
Gather Your Quilting Supplies
Some basic supplies for quilting include fabric, batting, needles, thread, and scissors. Fabric is the main component of a quilt and can come in a variety of patterns and colors. Batting is used to give the quilt a puffy, soft feel. It is usually made of polyester or cotton. Needles and thread are used to stitch the quilt together. Scissors are used to cut fabric and trim excess threads. Sewing machines are important, and we sell and rent them right here at Watergirl Quilt Co. Let us help you find the best machine for your quilting journey.
Begin Quilting
Once you have your supplies, you can begin to plan out your quilt design. This includes choosing a pattern, deciding on the size of the quilt, and choosing the fabrics you want to use. Once you have your design planned out, it is time to start cutting and piecing together your quilt top. This process involves cutting fabric into the shapes needed for the quilt design and then stitching the pieces together.
Add Batting
After the quilt top is finished, you will need to layer the quilt top with batting and the backing fabric. This is done by pinning the quilt top, batting, and backing fabric together. Next, you will need to quilt the layers together. This is done by stitching through all the layers of the quilt.
The Finish
The last step in quilting is to bind the quilt. This involves folding the edges of the quilt over and stitching them together to create a finished edge. Once the edges are bound, the quilt is finished!
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Quilting is a great way to express your creativity and make something special. If you are looking for a bit of guidance, Watergirl Quilt Co. can help. We offer many different quilting classes, both online and in person, you can take to help you on your quilting journey. You can also email us questions about our quilting fabrics and other supplies. We're here to help. Visit our online quilt shop, stop by in person, or contact us with questions today!
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