Heather Thomas talks about using torn bits and scraps of leftover fabric on smaller quilting projects to create fun, unique pieces. She shows several examples of her own work, including a project that she based off of her daughter’s scribbling and a few pieces that contain schlubs, or thread that gets left behind in the dryer.
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2:41Using Fabric Fray in Your Quilt Design
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that idea is great , they look terrific will have to try it
Never thought about this, but will look at bits and pieces a lot different now.
Thanks for sharing.
I had no idea how to approach this be-eoofnrw I’m locked and loaded.
Love these ideas. I am definitely going to try these out.
what kind of batting do you use for these small quilts?
Hi Carolyn, The batting she used was very thin cotton. Usually Fairfiled but any thin natural batting will work.
Can you be be specific about how you sew over the dryer scraps? Don’t all the threads get tangled up in the presser foot? Thanks 🙂
Yes, the threads can get caught up in the presser foot. I use a closed toe, free motion foot. When a thread gets caught in the foot, I just cut it away and keep stitching. I go over the thread schlubs enough times so that any cut away bit isn’t loose. It can be a bit of a pain when you first start, but you’ll get the hang of it with a little practice.
Heather
I think you are a very talented person and i love what you do and the way you use fabric, colours, stitches, shapes and all kind of various material to create these awesome pieces of art.
Hi Heather, I really love your art quilts!!!
Heather, I have been really “blown out of the water” by the work you have shown in this video. It is truly magic! I now feel so inspired, thank you very, very much…Meg
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Wow, how creative you are Ms. Heather!
Looking forward to this activity