Instant Art Quilt
Supply List
©2007 Ellen Lindner
½ yard (46cm) of drop dead gorgeous hand dyed fabric. It must have significant light and dark areas, with 2 or more
colors. (It works best if the
print/scale of the fabric is large, rather than having small patches of light
and dark throughout. Also, at least ¼
of the fabric should be light.)
Threads to match
Muslin, or other inexpensive white/cream cotton fabric, 28" x 19" (71cm x 48cm)
Fusible web (like Wonder Under,) 28" x 19" (71cm x 48cm)
Scraps for possible fabric accents (See note*)
Thin cotton batting, ~30" x 21" (76cm x 53cm.) (I like Quilters’ Dream Cotton Select batting.)
Sewing machine with a walking foot
Basic sewing supplies, including long thin straight
pins. (I like IBC 1¾” pins.)
Backing fabric, about 27" x 18" (69cm x 46cm.)
Fusible web, 25" x 1.5" (63.5cm x 4cm.)
*About those scraps: Many Instant Art Quilts benefit from the
added spark of small accents. After the
main part of your top is complete, you’ll audition your potential accent
fabrics, so gather small amounts (SCRAPS!) of several fabrics. Good candidates include fabrics that are
either lighter versions of the lightest color, or darker versions of the
darkest. Colors that are complimentary
(opposite) the main color may also work well.
Remember that the accent fabrics should enhance the overall look, rather
than completely take over.
Class prep:
- Very optional: wash muslin. (Ellen doesn't do this.)
-
Iron fusible web to muslin, following manufacturer’s
directions, then remove the paper backing.
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Set up your machine for quilting, using the walking foot.
Note: Students
should be very comfortable with attaching and using a walking foot.