Some of my best-selling patterns are the result of my own quilt-as-you-go technique. I’ve written a tutorial that you can see here. Basically the backing & batting are cut to the finished size of the quilt, basted together and that acts as a foundation that the strips are then sewn onto. Once the foundation is filled with strips, the quilt is complete. Depending on the pattern you choose, you may need to add a bit of applique. Apply the binding and label and the quilt is finished.
In the time since I created this technique, pre-cuts have come about. They’re so fun to buy and design with that I couldn’t help but adapt them to some of my quilt-as-you-go lap quilts. Today’s featured new pattern was created with a jellyroll plus yardage. The collection is Sweetwater’s “Countdown to Christmas” by Moda.
Meet “A Pretty Package“:
As I mentioned earlier, these lap quilts are some of my best-selling patterns, here’s why:
1. They are small enough projects that they can easily be completed in about 6 hours, maybe less if you choose one that can accommodate the pre-cuts that are available at quilt shops now.
2. They don’t cost a small fortune, so you can make and give them as gifts to friends & family.
3. Since they are quilt-as-you-go, once the strips are sewn on you don’t have to figure out how to quilt them (or pay someone to do it).
This pattern was tied for first place as my best selling pattern at market last month. Can you believe the other pattern that it tied for first place with was another quilt-as-you-go lap quilt? It also began with pre-cuts! You can see and purchase them here or at you local quilt shop.
While packing for market last month I realized that this quilt doesn’t have to be made with Christmas fabrics. It would also look great as a birthday gift, baby gift, or whatever occassion you choose.
I’ll be back tomorrow with my other market best seller.
Until next time,
Susan
Quilting my way through life! 