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Quilting Basics

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Wanna start quilting? I put together just a list of everything I started with and suggesting some extra things for different projects!
 
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A must when quilting, rotary blade saved me sooo much time compared to my fabric scissors!
Fiskars® 2 Piece Fabric Cutting Set
 
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Always have extras, I got 2 small quilts in and already have an extremely dull blade!
Fiskars® Rotary Trimmer Cutting Blades
 
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My favorite batting for making bowl cozy’s!
Pellon® Wrap-N-Zap® 45" x 1yd. Microwaveable Cotton ...
 
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Pre cut batting? yes please!
Warm & White® 45" x 60" Pre-Cut Twin Cotton Batting
 
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Quilting squares! I 3D printed mine but if you don’t have that then these work great plus have measurements on them
Non-Slip Square Quilting Template Ruler - Multiple Sizes
 
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Making Pot and pan holders, this is a must!!!
Insul-Bright Insulating Thermal Lining - 1 yd x 45
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My basting spray I use
June Tailor Quilt Basting Spray
 
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Walmart does have some pretty solid cotton options, 10x10 precut can make you a beginner patch quilt or rag quilt! Saves you time if you buy precut
35Pcs 10"x10" Quilting Cotton Fabric Squares
 
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I love my spool holder especially needing so many colors to match each quilt!
Thread Rack 30 Spool Holder
 
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A book guide if you don’t want to have your phone constantly open, i prefer the phone as it’s free but there’s options 😝
Annie's Precut Quick & Easy Quilts Book
 
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Interfacing for all the small details!! Helps the fabric from shifting
Pellon® 15" x 3yd. 931TD Fusible Midweight Interfacing
 
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the options with interfacing is nice for each project!
Pellon® PLF36 15" x 3yd. Fusible Lightweight Interfacing
 
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yes yes yes. that’s all.
Loops & Threads™ Disappearing Ink Marking Pen
 
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I personally use the most basic thread and it works great! no need to get fancy to start
Coats & Clark All Purpose White Polyester Thread, 300 Yards
 
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i’ve bought this pack so many times and it’s worked great for all my projects. the pros may cringe a little but it’s fine…
Allary Multi-Color, 100% Polyester Sewing Thread, 200 yd (24 Piece)
 
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Again so many fun precuts if you don’t want to buy by yard
50 Piece Cotton Quilting Fabric Misscrafts 8" x 8" (20cm ...
 
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The sewing machine I use
Brother ST150HDH Strong and Tough Sewing Machine
 
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Or a simple machine, all the same and gets the job done! I recommend the Brother brand always for first time machines!
Brother SM1704 17-Stitch Sewing Machine
 
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my go to needles for my machines! A good rule of thumb is after every project to change your needle! I forget a lot and end up doing it after every couple… but if working with thin cotton you should change it after each quilt
SCHMETZ Universal Needles, Assorted 10 Pack
 
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you NEEED an iron!! So many things to iron with quilts!
Blacker+ Decker Steam Iron - Non-Stick Soleplate, Tempature Control, Compact
 
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With an iron, you’ll need an ironing board obviously
Mainstays T-Leg Ironing board – 53" x 14", Cotton Cover, Foldable
 
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Bias tape for finalizing those quilt edges! If you’re scared of these, there’s plenty of tutorials on finishing your quilt edges with the backing- it is a life saver if you want to save a little money too
Wrights Bias Tape, White, 1/2" Extra Wide Double Fold Bias Tape Binding For Sewing And Crafts, 3 Yards, 1 Each
 
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amazing clips. i prefer these over pins
Clover Wonder Clips
 
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Pins are cheaper for holding fabric in place, personal preference for which you prefer !
Straight Sewing Pearlized Pins (30 Count)
 
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Safety pins can be helpful, especially if you want to store your quilt block for a bit you can clip them all together to put away and not lose pieces
Hello Hobby Silver Safety Pins 200 Count with Assorted Sizes, Nickel-Plated Steel