My First Landscape Quilt, A Mini Quilt Tutorial 

Hi Donna, I am so glad you are enjoying my videos. Creating is very relaxing and helps with stress. Thanks for watching. Julia

Thanks so much 😊

Hi, I have more planned. I'm thinking of doing a series called "Stitch my Photo". I'm also really intrigued with drawing with fabric and thread. Thanks for watching. Julia

@@stitchesbyjulia Thanks for your reply Julia! I am thrilled to learn from you in your upcoming videos about pictorial quilts! Sending you Love and Light! Valerie J Garrison

Thank you so much for the tip! I just looked it up and I think it will work. It looks very similar to Solvy except it disappears with heat. I have tried a stabilizer that is heat away, brush away. It was a nightmare. I couldn't get the little bits away from the stitches. I will give your recommendation a try. Thanks so much for sharing. Julia

Phyllis 4466 Hi Phyllis what a wonderful idea, I wish I could come to one of your classes. Sending you hugs and loves from the U.K. xxxxxxxx Dorothy ❤️🙋🏻😘🌟

Hi Phyllis, This was so much fun to do and I am so excited that you love it too. Can I pick your brain? Do you add your pieces directly on the batting or do you use a foundation piece. I tend to make things up as I go along and I'm not sure if there's a better way. I'm with Dorothy- I would love to take your class:) Julia

stitchesbyjulia Hi Julia, I usually use a foundation piece with a fusible webbing on the back side of the major pieces. Then add machine embroidery, hand stitching, ephemera and other things to add to the piece. There really is no right or wrong way to fuse...spray adhesive, glue stick...whatever gives you the effect you want. I use fusible webbing to eliminate fraying when I want clean edges. After all the major pieces are ironed in place, I add the batting to the backside of the foundation piece and then the back piece goes behind the batting and I'll machine stitch down the major horizon lines. I try to match the bobbin color or use monofilament on the whole piece to the back of the quilt fabric. Adding the sleeve and binding is another whole story. You did a great job! One tip I can pass along is that the horizon line is always straight. (example: an ocean view) the foundation, batting and backing should be all the same size if you plan on adding a border. I'll send you a couple of pictures of my work if you wish as well as some wonderful landscape quilters. There are some fun patterns for sale that contain everything that the beginner might want to start with. I feel like working on a landscape. So much fun !

Phyllis 4466 Hi Phyllis, thank you so much for the tips! I would love to see pictures. You can post on my Facebook page- stitchesbyjulia, or tag me on instagram @stitchesbyjulia

That's such a great idea! Thanks for the tip. Julia

Hi Rhonda, I am so glad you are finding my videos easy to follow. I hope you have a chance to try a landscapes quilt. They're a lot of fun! Julia

Hi Millie, I am so glad you enjoyed this video. It was easier than I thought. Adding the little embellishments on top really adds depth and interest. I hope you give it a try! Julia

Sherry Vanderpool My thoughts too

The air is wonderful here! So crisp and dry. Thanks for watching and taking the time to comment! Julia

Hi Susan, We are really enjoying our time in AZ. So much beauty!

@@stitchesbyjulia Phoenix has an architecturally amazing Library and there is free standing art all over the city. In March they have (well last time I was there.) a wonderful arts and crafts bazaar in one of the parks. It really is a beautiful state and is a work of God's art.

Thanks for watching Janet!

Hi Rita, You have a beautiful state! I'm so glad you are finding inspiration from my videos. Happy sewing! Julia

Hi, AZ is such a beautiful place and so different from anywhere I have ever been. So much inspiration! Thanks for watching. Julia

Hi, I am so glad you are enjoying my videos! Happy sewing, Julia

Hi, FM takes practice but is so worth it! I hope you give it another try!

Hi Dorothy, Recreating the oil painting into a art quilt would is such a great idea! I found that this little one was easy. Fabric is so forgiving. If you don't like something, add something on to it:) I think it is wonderful that you have your granddaughters involved in sewing. They are lucky to have you! Also working in a booth raising money for their school is such great experience. Wish them well. Have a great week. Julia

Hi Michelle, We are going back again this winter! I love AZ. We know things will be different this year but we plan on doing lots of hiking on the wonderful trails that the parks have to offer. It's a great way to explore but still social distance. Stay safe and thanks for taking the time to comment:) Julia

That's such a great tip when trying to match vintage fabrics. Thanks for sharing, Julia

Hi Rebecca, I hope you give it a go! It was easier than I thought. Adding the embellishments (lace and fiber) really helped bring it together. Happy sewing, Julia

We ladies are so critical of ourselves . I'm sure yours will be just as beautiful ☺️

Hi Karen, I hope you give it a try! It's so much fun. Adding the little embellishments to the top really helps add depth. Thank you so much for watching! Julia

Give it a try! It's pretty easy when you break it into steps. Happy creating, Julia

Hi Jan, I usually do not pre-wash unless it is something that will be washed a lot. I use to embellish sweatshirts for craft shows, I would prewash the sweatshirt and all the fabric going into them. On some of the art quilts, I do not wash until afterwards because I like the look of the texture once it is washed. Hope this makes sense. Happy sewing, Julia

Hi Tracey, Ugh! I think I finally got it fixed. Thanks for the feedback and your patience🙂

HI, I almost always use a size 14 sharp.

@@stitchesbyjulia Thank you!

Thank you so much for bringing this to my attention. I think I fixed it. Please let me know if it still isn’t working.

No, I’ve never used one. Keeping your speed steady helps with even stitches.

Thanks