The Final Stitch Episode 3: Trimming and Squaring Your Quilt

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  • čas přidán 3. 07. 2024
  • Welcome to our third episode of The Final Stitch! Join Natalie to answer some real questions from real quilters - like you - about trimming and squaring quilts. How exactly do you trim and square a quilt once it's quilted before binding? Learn easy tips and tricks to getting a beautifully squared quilt - all four corners! Bonus: Natalie also shares some tips for getting great curves and fun corners evenly cut every time! Join us for Trimming and Squaring a Quilt on The Final Stitch.
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    -- About The Final Stitch --
    Are you finally ready to finish your beautifully pieced quilt top? Learn how to add just the right finishing touch to your projects with Natalie Earnheart of Missouri Star Quilt Co. Answering real questions from real quilters, Natalie breaks down directions like “quilt and bind as desired” into bite-sized lessons to help you complete your quilts. Along the way, you’ll also learn plenty of easy tips and tricks to make finishing your projects a pleasure instead of a pain. She’ll teach you everything from sandwiching your quilt with just the right batting and backing to taking the final stitch!
    -- About Missouri Star --
    @Missouri Star Quilt Company provides free quick and easy sewing, quilting, and craft tutorials because we love to create. We offer these free online quilting classes to teach and inspire everyone-even the beginner. Precut fabric is used in most of our projects, and we have lots of tips and tricks to make quilting fast and simple.
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Komentáře • 380

  • @danielploszkiewicz1058
    @danielploszkiewicz1058 Před 3 lety +21

    I’ve been waiting for this installment of the series! Thank you, it was very helpful. Squaring is something I struggle with, especially with larger quilts!

  • @patstrawhouse4005
    @patstrawhouse4005 Před 3 lety +32

    Great series, Natalie! So glad you’ve added these to the Missouri Star lineup!
    Stay well!
    Muskoka, Ontario 🇨🇦

  • @terrijones3386
    @terrijones3386 Před 3 lety +46

    I am loving these tutorials Natalie you have a wonderful teaching ability

  • @hopegilbert5899
    @hopegilbert5899 Před 3 lety +2

    Natalie, you are your mother's daughter 😃. You are an increadable teacher. Thank you

  • @nielafernandez7354
    @nielafernandez7354 Před 3 lety +14

    Natalie love yourFinal Stitch episodes. You’ve showed me so many helpful tips already
    I especially like Trimming & Squaring episodes. Your knowledge of quilting helps me to grow as a quilter. Thank you for your expertise and willingness to share.

  • @jamessturdivant7455
    @jamessturdivant7455 Před 3 lety +1

    Hi, Thanks I sure enjoyed this Final Stitch it was very helpful for me. I don't put border strips on my quilts, I just make larger quilts. The way you explained squaring borders makes total sense to me. Guess what, my next quilt is going to be done with border strips. Thank you so much, please keep all the weekly tutorials going, love them all. James

  • @Kari77251
    @Kari77251 Před 3 lety +35

    I am so grateful for these Final Stitch videos. They are the perfect addition to my weekly MSQVS (Missouri Star Quilting Video Schedule)! Keep them coming, Natalie!

  • @mrsbtheo
    @mrsbtheo Před 3 lety +16

    I would love to learn how to quilt a whole cloth quilt. My eldest daughter wants a quilt, but isn't into patchwork. I love watching videos by you, Jenny and Misty...keep them coming!!!

  • @terriparthum5860
    @terriparthum5860 Před 3 lety +4

    This has been so helpful!! I keep hearing "square your blocks" or "square your quilt". I thought I would need a huge table or my floor, but now I know I can do this on my kitchen counter with my mat underneath.

  • @debbiebombard3521
    @debbiebombard3521 Před rokem +1

    This was very helpful and I think it will help a lot when I trim my next quilt. I really enjoy watching the turorials from Missourii Star and have learned so much, they are one of the first places I go to to learn and solve problems and I thank you all

  • @sylviaparnell6736
    @sylviaparnell6736 Před 3 lety +1

    Another great video by Natalie......excellent information.....Liz in the background reinforces and clarifies for us. GREAT TEAM EFFORT👍

  • @alleynehardaker8155
    @alleynehardaker8155 Před 3 lety +1

    I watched this video a few days ago; I’m just finishing a baby quilt and thought I’m going to watch Natalie’s video again to make sure I remember exactly how she squared up her quilt. Thank you for all these learning opportunities

  • @oroscomi
    @oroscomi Před 3 lety +3

    This is so much easier than laying it out on the floor and feeling I have to cut 1 long line. Aligning to the border inside seam gives me the confidence that it'll be straight from corner to corner. I've come close to grabbing hubbys chalk snap line! 😂😂

  • @hazelann63
    @hazelann63 Před 3 lety +1

    Loving your videos Natalie

  • @janetdinatale9861
    @janetdinatale9861 Před 2 měsíci

    Thank you! Excellent job explaining exactly how to square up.

  • @patriciaforgays6758
    @patriciaforgays6758 Před 3 lety +4

    I am new and a self-taught quilter. Many of my family members, who live across the country, try to talk me through how to do some quilting techniques however it never translates and I end up with a mess. Your videos are superb! As others have commented, you have a certain calm and teaching technique that clicks with me and I love them. Keep up the videos! Nicely done!

  • @donnamcelhose1250
    @donnamcelhose1250 Před 3 lety +2

    Natalie, I really enjoy your show! I especially enjoy your calm, knowledge and delivery!
    You make common quilting difficulties make sense and show us a solution!!! Thank you!!

  • @jennyc9318
    @jennyc9318 Před 3 lety +1

    Thank you, Natalie! I never knew how to do this before now. You give the information in a very methodical manner so that we can understand just how to do it. Great teaching! MSQC needs to have you do even more live videos!

  • @BLDGLNPAL
    @BLDGLNPAL Před rokem

    -How great! I love how you women bring out the joy in sewing and really enjoy the format of The Final Stitch.
    -I, for one, would really benefit from more whole cloth tutorials. I'm trying to work up the nerve to tackle a Welsh whole cloth quilt.
    -There are a few times in the series when you two talk at the same time and it's hard-to-impossible to figure out what's being said. It would be helpful if, when that happens, you could repeat individually what you had just explained so it could be understood. We don't want to lose any of the info!

  • @petmomful2260
    @petmomful2260 Před 2 lety +1

    This is exactly what I needed to know. Thank you!!!

  • @clh1trh
    @clh1trh Před 3 lety +6

    Thanks Natalie- some really great tips to give me more confidence when squaring up.

  • @rosemurphy5650
    @rosemurphy5650 Před 3 lety +8

    Thank you Natalie, your tips are always so informative. Keep the postings coming.

  • @pattycoe6032
    @pattycoe6032 Před 2 lety

    Thank you now I know how to square up the quilt before I bind it. You explained it very well

  • @lynnlegault4042
    @lynnlegault4042 Před 2 lety

    I love watching Natalie's videos....especially this one so much good information

  • @reneebroceus7001
    @reneebroceus7001 Před rokem

    Oh gosh! Thank you so much! My quilts are never even. This way makes sooo much sense. Natalie, I love love love your videos.

  • @annwallace6122
    @annwallace6122 Před 3 lety +3

    Wonderful lesson. Thank you for helping me with squaring up my quilts !

  • @ladeanegalloway8595
    @ladeanegalloway8595 Před 3 lety +1

    Natalie, you look georgious in that blouse. You have such a great teaching technique.

  • @kimberlyd9049
    @kimberlyd9049 Před 3 lety +28

    This was such a great tutorial! Your timing is perfect given where I am with a few projects! Excellent. Wonderful pace, great camera coverage and lots of ideas about how to proceed. Thank you!

  • @sharbubr2802
    @sharbubr2802 Před 2 lety

    Natalie, you explain things so well and concisely. Needed this today to square up a small art quilt and have quite of few actual pieced quilts I’ve been avoiding since I was intimidated by the next steps. Your Final Stitch videos are critical and much appreciated. Have a blessed day. More whole cloth examples please.

  • @aherring10
    @aherring10 Před 2 lety

    Natalie, and you and your mom and Misty, ALWAYS make me feel more comfortable about my amateur quilting! Thank you!😘

  • @ruthwingfield5549
    @ruthwingfield5549 Před 3 lety

    Very good guidelines for squaring up different kinds of quilts!

  • @leslievarkonyi548
    @leslievarkonyi548 Před rokem

    Thank you! With this tutorial I was finally able to square a quilt that did not have a traditional border. Excellent advice about consistent cutting following a common point. As a new quilter Final Stitch is just what's needed to move forward on new projects.

  • @evansdebbie5953
    @evansdebbie5953 Před 2 lety

    Great tutorial about a topic I haven't seen so well demonstrated anywhere else! Thanks Natalie! Keep them coming.

  • @georgiahanchera6449
    @georgiahanchera6449 Před rokem +1

    Natalie, you covered all points! A perfect video for me as I am trying to cut my first wonky quilt! You have an amazing teaching style…easy to listen to, easy to follow! Thank you, thank you, thank you.

  • @cbg3333
    @cbg3333 Před rokem

    Excellent help on trimming a whole cloth quilt😊

  • @patmorehead2690
    @patmorehead2690 Před 3 lety +4

    Natalie, thank you, thank you - you make it look so easy. Perfect timing. Keep these up we love them!!!

  • @sassieanne
    @sassieanne Před 3 lety

    Hi, Natalie, thanks for all the tips for squaring up our quilts. The Final Stitch is great for all of us that are learning to quilt.

  • @christinaelliott8186
    @christinaelliott8186 Před 2 lety

    This is the best squaring up and trimming quilt video!! I learned the why as well as the how which is missed in other videos. Thank you so much, Natalie!

  • @funinthesun671
    @funinthesun671 Před 3 lety +1

    Love your topics, Natalie! Can tell you’ve been quilting for many moons. You’re teriffic!

  • @margiewest4819
    @margiewest4819 Před rokem

    Thank you! You just helped me accomplish what I have never been good at! Great tutorial!

  • @denisegomez4026
    @denisegomez4026 Před 3 lety

    Hi Natalie and Liz! This tutorial was so helpful. I didn't realize how spoiled I was, as my longarm girl, trims all my quilts. I've been wanting to start the quilting part of my quilts myself, so this info will be very handy,. Wish me luck! Also, a big THANK YOU to MSQC for all you do in helping us all stay safe in these difficult times.

  • @knittingfoxmontana9730

    Hi Natalie. I really liked this video. Thank you for not talking so fast and taking your time on the video. Very much appreciated. :)

  • @helencowen135
    @helencowen135 Před 3 lety +2

    Love this series, thank you Natalie, you explain so clearly which takes the scariness out of it

  • @angiesewtherapy6628
    @angiesewtherapy6628 Před 3 lety +2

    Oh my gosh. I never thought of using those templates for the corners. Especially the 6.5" x 24.5". Yay!

  • @caroloster4615
    @caroloster4615 Před 5 měsíci

    I'm a total beginner, but this was so very helpful! I learned a lot by watching this, and can't wait to incorporate these suggestions into my next quilt!

  • @deborahfie7011
    @deborahfie7011 Před 3 lety +1

    Natalie, I love your tutorials please don't stop! I'm a self taught quilter and can use all the help I can get!

  • @rhondapolk3425
    @rhondapolk3425 Před 3 lety +1

    Love these tutorials , have learned alot in just 3 episodes!
    Thank you Missouri star !

  • @JudyGoldthorp
    @JudyGoldthorp Před 3 lety

    Thanks for the great tips. Many of my quilts do not have borders, so your tips for those quilts were very helpful.

  • @elsafischer3247
    @elsafischer3247 Před 3 lety

    Thank you for your tips I have learn very much with your tutorials From Switzerland

  • @SewPerky
    @SewPerky Před 2 lety

    I am doing more modern style quilts that have a lot of negative space. So more tips/tricks on squaring whole cloth would be really helpful! You are doing a GREAT job with these videos Natalie....thank you so much🙏🏻 Concord, NC

  • @Libaluff
    @Libaluff Před rokem

    This tutorial, and the one about binding, are the two most helpful tutorials I have used. They are so well explained and mean you can get a good result even if you aren’t an experienced quilter and your work isn’t perfectly aligned. Thank you Natalie!!! Xxx

  • @joycesullivan9679
    @joycesullivan9679 Před 2 lety

    I’ve struggling to square a whole cloth quilt. You really gave me some great pointers. I hope you continue with these tutorials.

  • @susieleam9950
    @susieleam9950 Před 3 lety

    Thanks Natalie, I love watching you!!

  • @suejagello2740
    @suejagello2740 Před 3 lety

    Natalie, you are SOOO knowledgable! Great tutorial!

  • @avrilvalentine8839
    @avrilvalentine8839 Před 3 lety

    Hi from Vancouver Island, B.C. Canada. I just discovered Natalie’s “The Final Stitch”. Thanks for the tip of using a Square ruler to start at the corners - never thought of that. DUH! I’m a avid presser throughout the entire process of creating a quilt top and I always press my quilt before I start the trimming stage. I look forward to watching more of your presentations and learning more Tips & Tricks.

  • @itimm1730
    @itimm1730 Před 3 lety

    VERY nice video!!! I learned a few things and enjoyed you as a presenter/teacher. You are a natural!

  • @paulaweston5242
    @paulaweston5242 Před 3 lety

    Love your Final Stitch episodes. Keep them coming. Natalie, you are a great teacher. Now I know how to trim a quilt without borders. Thank you.

  • @bobbiela37
    @bobbiela37 Před 3 lety

    I have multiple projects that only need to be squared up. Thanks so much. Now I can finish a few things! Bobbiela. Illonois

  • @jacquelinetrowell2862
    @jacquelinetrowell2862 Před 3 lety +2

    Thank you for all the great guidelines!! I really needed to see this.

  • @Wild1_ValerieG
    @Wild1_ValerieG Před 3 lety

    Hi Natalie. I love these videos that tackle various issues that may come up while crating a quilt. This video made squaring up a quilt this week much easy and successful.

  • @annemettethomsen2095
    @annemettethomsen2095 Před 3 lety

    Great tutorial. Now I have an idea to finish my quilts. Thank you. MSCQ is the reason I started quilting and getting better. I am a huge fan and love my Friday mornings watching your tutorials. Stay safe. ❤️ from Northern Denmark 🇩🇰🇩🇰

  • @barbaraburkhardt
    @barbaraburkhardt Před 3 lety

    Excellent series! Natalie, you do a great job with your explanations. Very easy to understand. I also like the background moderator, too. It makes the series more of a conversation with questions and comments that a person standing there watching you do this would have, if they were there. I also like how the person's query is printed out before you start your demonstration.

  • @kimmenuckles3926
    @kimmenuckles3926 Před 3 lety +1

    I love these finishing videos. I’m learning so much. Natalie, you’re a good teacher..

  • @boxgirl51
    @boxgirl51 Před 2 lety

    Wonderful tutorial Natalie! Love them all. Thanks so much.

  • @paulettefusselman3279
    @paulettefusselman3279 Před 2 lety

    I enjoy Natalie’s show. She is always practical and her information is so usable. Thank you.

  • @kathleenmahan462
    @kathleenmahan462 Před 3 lety

    I’ve never done a whole cloth quilt. Squaring up is a challenge. These tutorials are very educational, Natalie. 👍🏻

  • @carmenirwin6755
    @carmenirwin6755 Před 3 lety

    Natalie, Thank you! It is amazing how much you helped me with this episode. I love it.

  • @kathyeubanks5524
    @kathyeubanks5524 Před 3 lety

    Love, love, love this series, Natalie! Thanks!

  • @kathywhitlatch8074
    @kathywhitlatch8074 Před 3 lety

    Yes more on whole cloth quilt squaring please! Enjoying your series Natalie!!

  • @patriciahibbard7345
    @patriciahibbard7345 Před 2 lety

    I agree, you have a knack for teaching Natalie! Thank you!!!

  • @kaykoontz520
    @kaykoontz520 Před 3 lety

    Thank you Natalie! I love your tutorials. You do an outstanding job teaching.

  • @catherinenaugle3484
    @catherinenaugle3484 Před 3 lety +1

    Love your tutorials! You are a good teacher! Thank you, Natalie!

  • @carolslusser2907
    @carolslusser2907 Před 3 lety

    Great job girls. I'm so thankful for the Final Stitch.

  • @ltrubell2084
    @ltrubell2084 Před 3 lety

    Thank you for the valuable content!!! and thank you to the team that helps put the videos together and gets them posted!!!

  • @laurierenstoft5614
    @laurierenstoft5614 Před 3 lety

    Love the Final Stitch!!!

  • @marywise2014
    @marywise2014 Před 2 lety

    So very informative. Thank you for sharing your tips! Looking forward to MSQCs future videos ❤

  • @victoriarobison5006
    @victoriarobison5006 Před 3 lety

    I am so glad I watched this tutorial again! I trimmed and squared my quilt so easy because of your knowledge! Thank you!

  • @maryg3143
    @maryg3143 Před 3 lety +1

    I'm beginner in quilting and I find this vid extremely helpful! I've always admired a rounded corner but had no idea how it was done. Now I think I could try it, too. Thank you for taking the mystery and nervousness out of squaring and trimming!

  • @wilmaprater131
    @wilmaprater131 Před 3 lety

    I'm loving the Final Stitch. Such good tips. I've learned something new each time.

  • @TaraJudd965
    @TaraJudd965 Před 3 lety

    Thank You, Natalie💛

  • @LisaAnn365
    @LisaAnn365 Před 3 lety +1

    So informative. I now know how to "square up" my quilt! Thank you!

  • @marlenecady5780
    @marlenecady5780 Před 3 lety

    Great information about starting in the corner with a square ruler.

  • @kathleengillen6096
    @kathleengillen6096 Před 3 lety

    Thank you Natalie, you are great!

  • @bobh4060
    @bobh4060 Před 3 lety

    Thank you Natalie. I enjoy learning from your informative tutorials.

  • @juanitahooker132
    @juanitahooker132 Před 3 lety

    I love the Final Stitch tutorials. I learn something new with each one. Keep them coming

  • @sadie_girl
    @sadie_girl Před 3 lety

    Thanks Natalie. These videos are so helpful for newbies, as well as seasoned quilters.

  • @ellamacleod3185
    @ellamacleod3185 Před 3 lety

    Natalie I love watching your tutorials. Please keep them coming

  • @joycekaminski1943
    @joycekaminski1943 Před 3 lety +2

    Thank you Natalie, this was so helpful.

  • @leonakofoed289
    @leonakofoed289 Před 3 lety

    Natalie! You teach so well. So glad you are able to do these tutorials- the are so helpful.

  • @carolyntesh7795
    @carolyntesh7795 Před 3 lety

    Thank you so much-very helpful! Happy 12th Birthday 🎂

  • @memefraser3961
    @memefraser3961 Před 3 lety

    Really love this series, thank you Natalie and Liz. 🧵🧵🇨🇦

  • @donnareid9221
    @donnareid9221 Před 3 lety

    I love these tutorials!! I have learned so much. Please keep these tutorials coming! Natalie you are a great instructor. Thank you !

  • @margm4
    @margm4 Před 3 lety

    Love your videos Natalie.....you’re just so knowledgeable and easy to listen to. You’re the best❤️🇦🇺

  • @ruthwingfield5549
    @ruthwingfield5549 Před 3 lety

    Natalie, I enjoy these programs so much. Your tips are great!

  • @ruthchurch8624
    @ruthchurch8624 Před 3 lety +1

    Love the Final Stitch. Great videos. I’m a seasoned sewer but always pick up great tips. Thank you.

  • @cynthiafedak4714
    @cynthiafedak4714 Před 3 lety

    Of all the tutorials I have watched yours is far the best, you explain everything down to the letter, show it slowly. I love to sew quilts, but usually had a hard time with the squaring. Not anymore. I sew clothes too and love your top!

  • @patriciawilliams3924
    @patriciawilliams3924 Před 2 lety

    Thank you Natalie!

  • @Lady-Seawulf
    @Lady-Seawulf Před 3 lety +1

    I've made a number of quilts and never really knew how to "square up" my quilts. I just kind of "fudged" it. Thanks for the instructions! I actually used some of them without knowing I was doing it right :)

  • @judithkois1892
    @judithkois1892 Před 3 lety +1

    I love these videos, so informative! I'm a seasoned quilter and every time I've watched I've learned something which is great!!!

  • @kaylac3367
    @kaylac3367 Před 3 lety

    This was a FANTASTIC video!!! Thank you Natalie! I didn't know all the info on the corners. So grateful!