How do you "think" when it comes to fabric requirements for a project?
#22
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I always make sure I have a bit more yardage than the pattern calls for to piece the quilt top, in case I make a mistake.
As for the backing, I don't always buy the yardage the pattern suggests. Sometimes I wait until the quilt top is done and then piece the leftover fabric to make quilt art for the backing.
As for the backing, I don't always buy the yardage the pattern suggests. Sometimes I wait until the quilt top is done and then piece the leftover fabric to make quilt art for the backing.
#24
I just keep a couple numbers in my head. A charm pack is 3/4yd (8 per row WOF, 5 rows =25"), a layer cake is 3yds (4 per row, 10 rows = 100") and a jelly roll is 3 yds (40 strips at 2.5" = 100"). Then I can think about how many different fabrics I want to use, so how much of each. It is also a quick way to see if a 'sale' is actually a good deal.
#25
Probably don't make as many quilts as you all but I do sew other things as well so I use my stash a lot. Many, many small gift type items can be made from charms, layers and fats so, in this instance, I would get the pattern then search my stash for fabric. Also, it's super handy when I choose to do any applique. Can convert yardage to precuts and vice versa but usually don't. Usually if I make a quilt from a pattern it's because I fell in love with it just the way it was and most likely follow it to a tee if possible although I may change the colors if those pictured are not available. Sometimes, however, I forget to cut the binding first and find I don't have enough left to finish my quilt and I'll shop my stash for binding. Have a hard time with scraps but do much better with precuts. In fact, I like precuts.
#28
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If I'm buying fabric for a particular quilt pattern, I always get 1/2 yard more than called for. If I'm doing something scrappy, I just keep searching my stash for more pieces that will go well together. I am blessed with a fairly decent sized stash.
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