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Pieces of the Past
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Practical Fiber Art Tutorials!
Established in 1992 by Scott and Deborah Fillmer, we have grown into a custom shop and content creation company. We concentrate on providing high quality tutorial and how-to videos in the fiber arts genre. Check our our videos on our Pieces of the Past CZcams Channel
In our shop we create custom designed items like quilts, pillows, and special items designed specifically for our unique customers. We spend more time one on one with each customer helping to design and create something special for each order. Each piece we make is unique. Each product, every quilt, is handmade with a focus on sustainability and uniqueness.
If you have old t-shirts we can turn them into an heirloom quilt, clothing you no longer wear turned into a stuffed bear, an old baseball glove turned into a new leather wallet or purse. I look forward to creating something special for you. ~Deborah
Established in 1992 by Scott and Deborah Fillmer, we have grown into a custom shop and content creation company. We concentrate on providing high quality tutorial and how-to videos in the fiber arts genre. Check our our videos on our Pieces of the Past CZcams Channel
In our shop we create custom designed items like quilts, pillows, and special items designed specifically for our unique customers. We spend more time one on one with each customer helping to design and create something special for each order. Each piece we make is unique. Each product, every quilt, is handmade with a focus on sustainability and uniqueness.
If you have old t-shirts we can turn them into an heirloom quilt, clothing you no longer wear turned into a stuffed bear, an old baseball glove turned into a new leather wallet or purse. I look forward to creating something special for you. ~Deborah
How to Sew Great Curves Every Time
Welcome to our How to Sew Great Curves Every Time video. Have you struggled with sewing curves in your quilting? Do you severely dislike sewing in sleeves? This video is for you! In this video, you will learn how to sew curves that mesh together without puckers, or creases. You can use this technique to sew quilt patterns like Drunkard's Path and Double Wedding Ring. This technique also works for attaching body parts for softie stuffed animals and for sewing curves in clothing. Enjoy!
🔶 All patterns, materials, downloads and Instructions can be found at
‣ deborahfillmer.com/piecesofthepast/videos/how-to-sew-great-curves-every-time/
🔶 In this Video You Will Learn
‣ Which curve to clip and which one to place on top while sewing.
‣ How to pin the curves together to get perfect seams every time.
‣ Where to find our next video that teaches how to draft your own curved patterns.
🔶 Chapters Markers in this Video
‣ Introduction: 0:07
‣ Welcome: 0:25
‣ Material selection: 2:11
‣ Explanation of seam allowance: 2:50
‣ Explanation of curves (outer/inner): 4:00
‣ Which curve to clip: 4:40
‣ How to pin: 6:03
‣ How to sew: 7:00
‣ How to press: 10:20
‣ Outtro: 12:38
🔶 Products in this Video I Find Most Useful (affiliate links)
‣ Drunkard's Path Ruler Set: amzn.to/3xJYig0
‣ Juki 2010Q Sewing Machine: amzn.to/3VgYOdm
🔶 Sites Related to this Video
‣ My Website: deborahfillmer.com/
‣ Scott’s Photography: scottfillmer.com/
‣ Company Page: piecesofthepast.com/
‣ Company Etsy Shop - www.etsy.com/shop/piecesofthepastAL
‣ Company FB Page: piecesofthepastal
‣ Company FB Group - groups/933436568406336/
If you enjoyed this tutorial, don't forget to give it a thumbs up and leave a comment below. Subscribe to our channel for more fun and eco-friendly DIY projects. #sewing #quilting #quilt
Thanks for watching, and happy crafting!
🔶 All patterns, materials, downloads and Instructions can be found at
‣ deborahfillmer.com/piecesofthepast/videos/how-to-sew-great-curves-every-time/
🔶 In this Video You Will Learn
‣ Which curve to clip and which one to place on top while sewing.
‣ How to pin the curves together to get perfect seams every time.
‣ Where to find our next video that teaches how to draft your own curved patterns.
🔶 Chapters Markers in this Video
‣ Introduction: 0:07
‣ Welcome: 0:25
‣ Material selection: 2:11
‣ Explanation of seam allowance: 2:50
‣ Explanation of curves (outer/inner): 4:00
‣ Which curve to clip: 4:40
‣ How to pin: 6:03
‣ How to sew: 7:00
‣ How to press: 10:20
‣ Outtro: 12:38
🔶 Products in this Video I Find Most Useful (affiliate links)
‣ Drunkard's Path Ruler Set: amzn.to/3xJYig0
‣ Juki 2010Q Sewing Machine: amzn.to/3VgYOdm
🔶 Sites Related to this Video
‣ My Website: deborahfillmer.com/
‣ Scott’s Photography: scottfillmer.com/
‣ Company Page: piecesofthepast.com/
‣ Company Etsy Shop - www.etsy.com/shop/piecesofthepastAL
‣ Company FB Page: piecesofthepastal
‣ Company FB Group - groups/933436568406336/
If you enjoyed this tutorial, don't forget to give it a thumbs up and leave a comment below. Subscribe to our channel for more fun and eco-friendly DIY projects. #sewing #quilting #quilt
Thanks for watching, and happy crafting!
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Thank you for sharing your system. ❤
You are so welcome! ~Deborah
wpattern would you use to teach a 10 yr old to begin quilting?
The first thing to do when teaching a child/youth to machine sew is to use an unthreaded machine and a piece of cardstock. Have the child learn seam allowance by "stitching" a straight line along the seam guide line. This will allow the child to familiarize themselves with the machine sounds, buttons, and functions. When ready to begin sewing a quilt project, a simple 9-patch will always fit the bill. Once the top is the size they want, sew it right sides together to the backing leaving a hole for turning (like making a pillow), then "quilt" it by either tying, or sewing lines across (in the ditch, or not). Hope that helps. Thanks for watching and please subscribe if you have not already! Happy quilting ~Deborah
Easy Peasy, Thanks for sharing. I find at 86 years young and having been sewing since about 6 years old, one can still learn new things and short cuts. Be open minded folks.
I completely agree! I get a little annoyed when I cannot learn at least one thing a day. Learning is what keeps us young! Thanks for watching!! ~Deborah
Best video on Juki Q I have ever seen, and I have viewed many! Confirms I bought the best for my needs. Thank You.
Thank you! ~Deborah
You are awesome Thank you so much!! Making one right now to give a friend tomorrow ❤❤
That is wonderful! Thanks so much for the sweet comment and thanks for watching! ~Deborah
Does the quilt you taught us ( with the 1.5” and 2.5” squares finish at 12.5” (12”)? I love the block! Thanks
Great question! The blocks I showed using the 1.5" and 2.5" squares make a 10.5" (10" finished) block. Thanks for watching! ~Deborah
is there somewhere it says how to divide the squares in the rows?
The video explains how to put the rows together and how many squares/rectangles to put in each row. You can also cruise through the previous comments and replies to get an idea how others are dividing the squares per row for their height requirements. Each row can have as many or as few squares as you would like based on your desired fullness of the skirt for your taste. Thanks for watching! ~Deborah
@@piecesofthepast Hi! thank you for your response! I had not understood what the pattern meant but I do understand now, sorry for the inconvenience but thank you for your help and this beautiful skirt pattern!
Easy instructions. Thanks.
You're welcome! Thanks for watching! ~Deborah
A great tutorial video. I will suggest sewing a second row of stitching on your pocket lower edge. This is where a lot of pocket stitching breaks from putting too much in your pocket.
That is a wonderful idea!! ~Deborah
Love this video 🫶🏽 youre instructions are so clear and easy to understand! Im going to attempt this tomorrow ^_^
You got this! Thanks for watching! ~Deborah
Fantastic easy to follow tuturiol
Thank you and thanks for watching! ~Deborah
Hi there, how long roughly is the 4 tier skirt? Or how tall are you for reference? I love a long skirt too but I'm 5'8 :)
My skirts turn out to be around 35." I am also 5'8" tall. You can adjust the length by changing the length of the beginning square/rectangle you start with, or by making the hem larger or smaller. Very versatile! Thanks for watching! ~Deborah
@@piecesofthepast How handy we are the same hight. The skirt looks great on you! Many thanks :)
Thank you for this lovely clear video. I’m now part way into using lots of my red quilting fabric scraps to make a three tiered skirt. I’m short so I’ve lengthened each block to get the skirt to be ankle length. I love the method for gathering the fabric and inserting the waist elastic.
Fantastic! Isn't it great that since you are sewing rectangles (or squares) you can make it as long or short as you want by adjusting the size of the one piece. So versatile. Thanks for watching!! ~Deborah
Hi, thanks for the tutorial! Maybe consider changing the name of the style because the word “Gypsy” has been used as a slur in the past. Thanks again! :)
Very well done! Thanks!
Thank you for watching and the compliment! ~Deborah
Great video. I like the table it sits on. Can you share a link to the?
This is a small (5') folding table that you can get here: amzn.to/4exGYeM ~Deborah
this one looks like lots of work (nothing hard, just lots of it!) and the result is such a fun quilt.
I actually started this quilt a couple of years ago. I pieced the little squares together over time, when the mood struck, and before I knew it, I was really close to having it complete. You are correct, nothing hard at all. Just something to piece while making other things. Thanks for watching! ~Deborah
I have been quilting for 3 years now. I am somewhat self-taught, having learned everything that I know through blogs & CZcams. This is the first video of yours that I have seen and, I must say, you are an excellent teacher! I have subscribed and I look forward to going back on your channel to see what all I've missed out on. And I also look forward to your new videos. Thanks again! - Katrina 😊
What a lovely comment! Thank you so much for your kind words. I am certainly not a public speaker, but my passion is helping other sewists and fiber artists learn whatever I can pass on. Thank you for subbing, as well! You made my day!! ~Deborah
Best place to get fabric cheap is Thrift stores - I frequent my local Salvation Army and Goodwill for fabric - sheets, curtains, etc - anything that is in good condition and 100% cotton, I take it home, wash it and put it in my stash so when I want to make something I just pull from that. A large sheet can give you about 4 yards or so of fabric for a couple bucks.
Great tutorial ... and finally someone else that likes a wide waistband! ☺👍I don't know why so many make them with those skinny ties? 🥴
I cannot do skinny waistbands (or spike heels, either). LOL. Thanks for watching! ~Deborah
@@piecesofthepastsame same. 😊
I too have a Janome. Do I need to oil anything in the upper portion? And if so where? I don’t see any place to open the head.
Hi there. Every machine has different oiling points. If you can, look in the manual for the ones for your machine. If you don't have a manual, you can try searching for the manual online. Thanks for watching! ~Deborah
Thank you. That was very helpful!
You're welcome! ~Deborah
First time on your channel. Joining in from Australia. Love scrappy and you make this block so simple. Thank you.
Awesome! Thank you! Waving at you from around the world! ~Deborah
Thank you so much for the review and straight shots. My only question is, can you sew outdoor cushion covers with ease? I make costumes, wardrobes, quilts, but have a hard time with the heavy material as asked.
Yes. Be sure you use the correct needle, but it sews through thickness with ease. The deeper throat is a bonus when sewing things like cushion covers and quilts, as well. Thanks for watching! ~Deborah
I have one like it love love mine
So much easier and faster than the glue gun and zig-zagging the center of the binding. And no burned fingers!
Absolutely! Thanks for watching! ~Deborah
I love this video!!!!!! I am a quilter. I don’t have as much fabric as you do but I still have a lot. I can hardly wait to get started. I was wondering what will I do to provide privacy underneath my skirt?
I am so glad you liked the video. Thanks for watching!! ~Deborah
Just subscribed! Cannot to see more of your recreations. I have a lot of scraps & love this pattern. Can’t wait to work on this. I love remakes on old patterns too. Thank you for sharing!!
Thanks for subbing and for the lovely comment! ~Deborah
wow awesome ❤
Thanks 🤗 ~Deborah
I made one today and it turns great, your explanations are perfectly described.. thank you for sharing ❤
Wonderful! Thanks for watching! ~Deborah
Such a wonderful tutorial. Thank you. I’ve been sewing a Halloween themed skirt today.
I love Halloween, as you can tell from my intro video. I would love to see your new skirt! Happy Sewing! ~Deborah
Wow!! I feel like this video was made for me. I just touched a sewing machine for the first time ever this year. I struggle but am trying to stick with it. My husband and I are both from Arkansas. I think this would be awesome for a wall hanging in our home.
Stick with it and stay tuned! You can do it! ~Deborah
Very helpful. Just cleaned my Janome today. Did not know I have to oil bobbin.
Great! Glad you liked it! Thanks for watching! ~Deborah
Old needles make good picture hangers.
I forgot about that. You are correct 😁
Thank you for this video. I have both types of machines, so this is very helpful! Exactly what I needed.
Fantastic!! Thanks for watching and commenting! ~Deborah
This is the last quilt my mom made before cancer took her. She had made a quilt for each of her 9 grandkids when they graduated from high school. My youngest was her 9th. Thank you for sharing!
I am so glad you found my video and it gave you fond memories of your mom. Thanks for watching! ~Deborah
Hi From Iowa
Hello Iowa😁. Welcome ~Deborah
Thank you for the tutorial
You’re welcome 😊
I've had this machine for a few years and absolutely love it. I had trouble with the needle threader until I watched a video on JukiJunkies (here on CZcams) and now it works easily and perfectly every time. That's a great site, as well as their website for all things Juki. Nice video, Debora!
I like this method. Quick and easy
It really is! Thanks for watching! ~Deborah
Wow I can’t wait to get started. I have lots of 1 1/2 square cut just need to cut 2 1/2 square in the same materials. ❤️😊
Have fun!
What size is the board?
Hi. You can make these any size you like. I prefer the 15" square, but I have made them in many different sizes. Hope that helps and thanks for watching! ~Deborah
Brilliant
Thank younso much. Just found your video and made one. It's awesome. And I Will be making many more!!!❤
Oh, yay! I love hearing that my videos are helpful! Thanks for watching! ~Deborah
GOD bless that person!!!❤❤❤
that is a really cool block - thank you for sharing
Glad you like it! ~Deborah
Glad you like it! ~Deborah
I really enjoyed the video! 😀 If I may ask 3 quick questions: I'll need a machine only for topstitches(?) it's a decorative seam which will also close the opening after turning. Is it hard/easy to do the lockstitches? My "normal" machine does it automatically and I've never done it myself and they'll need to look good bc it's on the top. Can I do a color change like with overlock machines, so knoting one thread to the next one? I have to do a lot of color changes and threading the machine each time would become tedious I think. And at last: I often have to shorten the last stitch before a corner but sometimes I only see it when I've gone to far, so can you go "one stitch back"? Thank you in advance!
Great questions! Lockstitches are done with the lever on the bottom right of the machine and are very easy to accomplish. Color changes can be done by knotting one thread to the next one, provided the eye of the needle you are using is large enough. I would not really recommend it, as the eye would need to be considerably larger and then it would probably not be the correct size for the thread you were using. I am not sure. You would have to try that out on your own. I manually change my thread multiple times a day, sometimes, and it is a really simple process for me. Finally, backing out of a stitch can be done, but if you have gone that extra stitch and the needle has come back to the up position, then the stitch is made and there is no backing out of it at that point. I hope that makes sense. Overall, I love this machine for top/edge stitching, but the things you mention seem like they could be better accomplished with different machines. I would recommend that you find a dealer, if possible, and test drive this machine to see if it will do what you want it to do. Thanks for watching and for the questions! ~Deborah
Who’s the author of the book?
Then what?
I would love to have the pattern. I'm loving and have subscribed to your channel.. I look forward to seeing more of your work and videos. Thank you for the video. Connie D.
Hi Connie! Thanks for the comment. You can find all the notes and fun freebies to go with each video by visiting our website here: www.PiecesofthePast.com . Click on the Videos menu on our site and it will take you to the page for the notes for each video. They are totally free and fun additions to the videos. Enjoy! ~Deborah