Working out how much fabric a quilt will actually need can feel like the trickiest part of the whole process, so this friendly tutorial from Quilting In The Valley is a real help. Once you know what to cut for a single block, she shows you how to work out exactly how many strips to cut to make all of your blocks, no guesswork and no running short halfway through.
Here is why this one is worth watching:
- It takes the worry out of buying fabric. Knowing your numbers before you shop means you bring home just the right amount, with no anxious under buying and no big leftover pile.
- She keeps the maths friendly. The steps are explained slowly and clearly, so even if numbers are not your favourite part of quilting, you will follow along with ease.
- It works for any pattern. Once you understand how to scale from one block to a whole quilt, you can plan your fabric for almost any project you dream up.
Do you love the planning stage, or is the maths the bit you would happily skip? Tell us in the comments below, we always love hearing how you approach a new project.
