Can you explain why you started sewing 1/4” down when sewing the binding down. I know to stop 1/4” way from edge but never heard of starting 1/4” from edge AFTER riding the binding down
Good morning from another Bernina lover. Just found your site this morning while looking for different ways to make potholders. I have decided to make set of cross back apron, oven mitt, potholders and bowl cozzies (3 sizes) for cooks in my family for Christmas.That is 6 sets. I better get started today. I might do some quilt block to use as potholders and also some machine embroidery. Well, I did not mean to write a book, just wanted to let you know how much I like your method. I look forward to watch a marathon of your podcast. Ellie.
I loved the video and I especially liked your soothing voice as you sewed. it was very relaxing and I learned a few things I didn't know. Thank you. Please do more sewing videos.
I'm making potholders also and loved the tutorial on the loop in the binding. I also learned about the mark on the walking foot for the 1/4", and a better way to fold the binding at the corners. Thank you for all the tips.
That was such a great video, I just loved it. You made it so easy to follow, Thank you.I love how easy you made the pocket on the back. I have seen patterns that made it so complicated. I appreciate it.
This just popped up in my feed, and although I’ve been making quilts for 40 years, I learned “a better way” to do the bindings, so thank you for this! I’d been making potholders and that darn loop confounded me 🤔. I found that when I’ve finished with a quilt, I make several extra blocks to use for potholders. It’s a nice little “langnappe” (a little something extra). Thank you!
Great idea about turning an extra quilt block into a potholder. Glad you like the video. Please subscribe to be notified when I post new stuff. Happy Quilting :)
I use the pocket to slip my hand in so the potholder acts like a glove. Insulbrite it put in the pocket section as well as the potholder section so it insulates your hand on both sides.
You can! I would suggest pinning the 3 layers (fabric/batting/backing) to keep them from moving while you sew. Use a longer stitch length than you normally would to allow for the bulky layers.
Hello Ms Fontana, love your tutorial. just learning how to sew and use my sewing machine. how do you make your "appliques"? love to learn how to make that too... lol.... want to learn a lot. thank you.
You are most welcome! Glad you found the video helpful. Please share with your "quilty" friends and subscribe to my channel so you will be notified when I post new videos. Happy New Year!
@@fontanaoriginals I will most certainly do that. I really enjoy your creativity with the AccuQuilt dies. I admit to being an addict and just love combining the dies or parts to create something new.
Thankyou for your time and sharing your video,the pot holders are gorgeous,i should have the cups and a teapot somewhere in my many treasures so will definitely make them , Cheers 🥂 from Australia 🌏🦘 Adelaide ❤❤
Thank you for the clear and concise tutorial. I put bindings on needle books and project bags and now I can add a loop without having to add it separately.
Thank you for sharing your video. You have given very clear directions on how to make potholders and finishing the loop. I'm definitely going to make some in the near future.😊
This is a great method for potholders, I certainly will be trying this in the near future, my siblings always love potholders as little happy gifts. Thanks for sharing your expertise with us. Your potholders are beautiful.
Thanks for reaching out! The cut and saucer are from a cutting die that AccuQuilt makes. My demo was focused on how to add the binding to a potholder in general and I just happened to be working on a project for them. You can find the pattern to make the potholders on AccuQuilt.com but they do not offer a template for the cup and saucer just sell the cutting die. Have a nice day :)
I serge the quilt sandwiches as it keeps all the layers together and makes is so much easier to add the binding. I have tried just pinning as something always seems to slip and I end up ripping out . If you do not have a serger you can just sew a scant 1/4 seam allowance all the way around the four sides to keep the layers together. If I do that I will often sew another row of zig zag stitches between the raw edge and the seam line you just sewed. It acts as if it has been serged.
When you fold your biding over you are sewing a raw edge of the binding to the back. This is absolutely going to begin to fray every time you wash this potholder. In 25 years of quilting I have never seen anyone do this and I would not recommend it to anyone watching this.
There are no raw edges. Everything is folded twice. If you sew your seams as shown it will not fray. Perhaps you are just not understanding my process. And I do recommend this technique to everyone as it works! Happy Quilting 😊
