Make Your Own Custom Quilted Sneakers—Yes, You Can!
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Since we are still working on our quilted sneakers this month I thought I would share some tips for making and attaching curved bias binding. So many people shy away from bias binding and sewing it on curves but it’s not as difficult as you may think. I’m sharing my tips with you on today’s episode. I hope that after watching this show you will give it a try!
If you want to learn how to make your own pair of quilted sneakers checkout our online video course here: https://craftygemini.com/shop/quilted-sneakers-video-course/
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read moreJoin Vanessa LIVE to hear all about her latest online sewing course for making your own custom pair of quilted sneakers! Imagine a quilt around your feet- they are comfy and one-of-a-kind and only use 3 fat quarters worth of your favorite quilting cotton fabric!
Download the course calendar so you know exactly when all the different video lessons will be posted to your student account. Once you sign up you get unlimited access to the course- it never expires!
• Quilted Sneakers Course details: https://craftygemini.com/shop/quilted-sneakers-video-course/
• Sneaker kit: https://craftygemini.com/shop/quilted-sneakers-supply-kit/
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read moreOn this episode Vanessa shares her experience with the Palette Scout color theory cards by Zollie Makes.
She shares tips on how to use the cards to choose fabrics for your next sewing/quilting project. An affordable and fun tool for any creatives that work with color!
• Order Palette Scout deck here (affiliate link): https://collabs.shop/wynxdv
• NEW Mystery Mini Bag Club #1: https://craftygemini.com/shop/mystery-mini-bag-club1/
• Join our email list: https://craftygemini.com/newsletter/
• Mini Ironing Board- DIY Video Tutorial: https://craftygemini.com/2013/06/mini-ironing-board-diy-video-tutorial.html
• Martelli Round About Cutting ...
read moreOn this episode Vanessa will teach you how to use the Crafty Gemini 5” x 10” Ruler to make a quick and easy Disappearing 4-Patch Quilt Block variation. You don’t even need to use precut squares. You’ll learn how to make the blocks from your own yardage strips. Just grab one light fabric and a dark one and tune in for the tutorial! This is a great beginner friendly quilt block that you can make!
• Crafty Gemini 5” x 10” Ruler: https://craftygemini.com/shop/crafty-gemini-5-x-10-ruler/
• Join the Sew Together Bag course here: https://craftygemini.com/shop/sew-together-bag-by-sew-demented-video-course ...
read moreIn this episode I’m sharing the progress I’ve made on my next Charlie Bomber Jacket and unboxing the NEW Stripology Quilting Case!
Don’t forget that this month’s Sew Along is for the Jalie Charlie Bomber Jacket! It’s not too late to join and learn to make this jacket in 27 different sizes.
• NEW Stripology Quilting Case (affiliate link): https://gequiltdesigns.com/products/stripology-quilting-case?_pos=1&_sid=73f0601d2&_ss=r&sca_ref=5943767.FxvcVGyPau
• Stripology Books (affiliate link): https://gequiltdesigns.com/collections/books-on-sale?sca_ref=5943767.FxvcVGyPau&sca_source=Stripology
• Stripology Rulers (affiliate link): https://gequiltdesigns.com/collections/stripology-rulers ...
read moreIn this episode Vanessa will walk you through how she decides what to freehand quilt on her quilts. She needs to finish a Halloween wallhanging and will you bring you along for the ride today!
If you are in the market for a longarm setup this is a great way to visually see how the throat space of the machine will affect your design capabilities.
Vanessa will discuss the thread, stitch length and machine settings she uses to compfrtably free hand her quilting designs.
• Handi Quilter Moxie setup (affiliate link): https://amzn.to/4dV4BfH
• Handi Quilter Ruler Base (affiliate link ...
read moreAdorn your projects with the beauty of nature through our cherished “Floral Elements” fabric blender collection, now expanded with eight stunning new pastel hues! Each fabric showcases a captivating large-scale floral motif, perfect for adding elegance and sophistication to your creations.
This season, we're excited to present a cohesive palette of eight stunning pastel tones, each inspired by the serene beauty of nature's changing seasons. These calming yet vibrant colors are carefully balanced to complement your unique designs
To spark your creativity, we've designed two stunning projects using the versatile Disappearing Block technique. This block beautifully showcases ...
read moreJoin us for WIP Wednesday! In this episode Vanessa will be sharing the fun fruity fabric bundle we’ve added to our shop at a discounted price and showing you how to use the Stripology Squared ruler to make a super easy quilt block!
• Order your Fruity Fabric Bundle: https://craftygemini.com/shop/fruity-fabric-bundle/
• Shop Stripology rulers & tools here (affiliate link): https://gequiltdesigns.com/collections/stripology-rulers?sca_ref=5943767.FxvcVGyPau
• Find the Stripology Mixology 3 Book here and the Stripology Squared Ruler featured here.
0:23 – Welcome to WIP Wednesday #145
3:42 – New fabric bundle
read moreIn this episode, Vanessa will chat a little bit about a bunch of different things she has going on. It’s sure to be a fun one! Tune in to learn about some of Gudrun’s (Creator of Stripology rulers) fabric subscription clubs, Vanessa’s progress on her second Ranunculus sweater, two travel pouch flash sales going on this week and more!
• Travel Trio Zip Pouch Course: https://craftygemini.com/shop/travel-trio/
• Snap Travel Wallet: https://craftygemini.com/shop/snap-travel-wallet-video-course/
• Chubby Charmer Video Course: https://craftygemini.com/shop/chubby-charmer-tote-bag-course/
• Goody’s Color Club (affiliate link): https://gequiltdesigns.com/collections/goodys-color-club ...
read moreJoin us for WIP Wednesday! In this show Vanessa is doing a demo on how she uses a raw edge reverse applique technique to add a fun embellishment and texture to a fleece hoodie.
Tune in LIVE and hear Vanessa’s tips and answers to viewer questions!
• Get your FREE Beginner Garment Sewing Tips & Tricks PDF here: https://craftygemini.com/op/garment-sewing-freebie/
• Hoodie Making Course: https://craftygemini.com/shop/jalie-4131-laurent-t-shirt-pullover-and-hoodie-video-course/
• Order the sewing pattern we’ll be using: https://craftygemini.com/shop/jalie-4131-laurent-sewing-pattern-only/
0:03 – Welcome to WIP Wednesday
1:30 – Hoodie demo intro + choosing fabrics ...
read moreIn this episode of WIP Wednesday Vanessa is answering your presubmitted questions on:
• how to identify fabric grainlines when there are no selveges
• what stitch length to use when quilting
• how to hold a rotary cutter for best cuts
• using fusible powder for easy applique idea
Tune in LIVE and hear Vanessa’s tips and answers to your questions!
• ASK YOUR QUESTIONS: Submit your own question to be answered on a future WIP Wednesday here: https://forms.gle/D2qMCVJxfAgJHvWb7
0:24 – Welcome to WIP Wednesday
2:41 – Placing pattern pieces on the grainline
9:34 – Cutting ...
read moreWelcome to WIP Wednesday! In this WIP Wednesday episode Vanessa will be discussing:
– a summer camp quilt she’s working on for her daughter
– a great quilt book recommendation
– Stripology ruler review
– Tips for making her Scrappy Zipper Pouch
Watch the Scrappy Zipper Pouch here!
• Scrappy Zip Pouch Tutorial: https://youtu.be/uRVFwGUODts
• Fabric Bundle #5: https://craftygemini.com/shop/half-yard-fabric-bundle-5/
• Cotton Batting on a Roll 50 yds: https://craftygemini.com/shop/cotton-batting-on-a-roll-50-yds/
• NEW Favorite iron for sewists & quilters (affiliate link): https://amzn.to/3NevJLI
• Book mentioned (affiliate link): https://amzn.to/3JCPg7j
• Stripology Squared Ruler ...
read moreWelcome to WIP Wednesday! In this WIP Wednesday episode Vanessa will be discussing:
– a NEW Half Yard Fabric Bundle that’s on sale
– How to cut up your fabric scraps into 2.5″ strips
– Ideas for using up fabric scraps (fantastic for stash busting!!)
– What is batting on a roll and how I use it for quilted projects
Submit your own question to be answered on a future WIP Wednesday here: https://forms.gle/D2qMCVJxfAgJHvWb7
1:24 – New fabric bundle
5:59 – Choosing colors that go together
9:30 – Using fabric scraps demo
11:13 – Prepping ...
read moreIn this WIP Wednesday episode Vanessa is answering presubmitted questions about:
– sewing denim on a computerized JUKI sewing machine
– zipper foot seam allowances
– quilting through different battings and interfacings and
– how to straight line quilt through soft vinyl.
We also now carry Sew Hungry Hippie’s Soft Vinyl! We sell this buttery soft fabric in 10+ color ways and have sold out several times already. So, if you see something you like, order it while you can here: https://craftygemini.com/product-category/fabric/
This soft vinyl is heavier than quilting cotton but softer and lighter than cork fabric. It’s ...
read moreIn this episode of WIP Wednesday Vanessa will answer questions that have been submitted by viewers regarding plastic snap installation and removal, uneven fabrics when sewing and seam allowance tips. Join us and maybe you’ll pick up a few tips that will help you, too!
Vanessa is answering pre-submitted questions. If you’d like to submit a sewing/quilting question for Vanessa to answer on a future WIP Wednesday episode please use this form: https://forms.gle/D2qMCVJxfAgJHvWb7
• 2:15 – How to install a snap
• 13:38 – How to remove an incorrectly installed snap
• 20:05 – Tips ...
read moreWe’ve got another sweet free motion quilting design tutorial for you! In the video below, follow along with Angela as she demonstrates how to quilt Infinite Stacked Curls.
Isn’t this a sweet and romantic border design? The infinite stacked curls design relies on two common elements – curls and loops. In the video, Angela quilted the infinite stacked curls in a 2” border with registration lines marked every 2”. Need a good chalk pencil or fabric marker to mark your own borders? We’ve bundled our favorites in the Perfect Marking Trio pack ...
read moreIf you’re looking for a free flowing border design, then you’ll love our latest quilting design tutorial video! In this video you’ll learn how to quilt the big basketweave border design. Watch the video below to see how to quilt it!
The big basketweave border is a really simple design for your larger borders. We’re going to use the elements of a traditional basketweave design and open them up for a looser result. Before you start quilting, you’ll want to add some registration lines to your border to ...
read moreOur NEW Foundation Paper Piecing (FPP) Quilt Club is here and I hope you are considering joining the fun! Tune in for all the details you need to know to join this new club. read more
In today’s episode Vanessa will give a demo on foundation paper piecing. This is a fun and very accurate quilting technique that can be a bit confusing at first. We are launching a new Crafty Gemini Quilt Club that will be all about foundation paper piecing mini quilts! So, tune in for a few details on when you can expect that to open up for registration.
• Join our email list to be the first to know when the Crafty Gemini Quilt Club: Foundation Paper Piecing Edition opens for registration: https://craftygemini.com/newsletter/
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