’Hatching’ a Quilt – Part 4 – Continuous Quilting Block

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September 23rd, 2017 4 minute read

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Wow, we are already on week 4 with ’Hatching’ a Quilt – Part 4 – Continuous Quilting Block. As a quilter, I love continuous quilting in the hoop because I get consistent quilting designs and consistent stitches, and it saves me time.

Hatch Embroidery makes it simple to create continuous designs to elevate your quilting projects. I use the techniques of this tutorial almost weekly on everything from show quilts to quilted tote bags to quick baby shower gifts. It is simple to create the designs in Hatch Embroidery and let the embroidery machine do your quilting. May you have a “continuously” joyful designing experience.

Basic Objectives and Creative Options

The goal is to have fun and become more familiar with Hatch Embroidery.
The quilt blocks in this project are all created in Hatch Embroidery Digitizer and stitched completely in the embroidery hoop. Block assembly is done on the sewing machine.
The basic concepts learned in the lessons are stepping stones to your creativity. Consider using these techniques in combination to build new quilt blocks.
Don’t be afraid to flex your creative muscles and put your own slant on the quilt. You are the designer and Hatch Embroidery provides endless opportunities to express your imagination.
Blocks are 10” square (9.5”/24.13 cm finished) and there are lessons for 6 different blocks in the project (9 blocks total with duplicates in the corners). The finished quilt project as shown is 28.5”/72.39 cm X 28.5”/72.39 cm. Note: Block size can easily be adjusted based on the hoop size used and additional blocks can be added to make a larger quilted project.
Embroidery machine tension may need to be tweaked so that upper and lower threads are evenly balanced.

Supplies for the Entire Project

Hatch Embroidery Digitizer
Fabric for front of blocks: (white)- 1.5 yards/1.4 meters recommended or adequate fabric to cover the hoop used
Fabric for back of blocks: (print)- 1.5 yards/1.4 meters recommended or adequate fabric to cover the hoop used
Fabric for applique and pieced blocks: ¼ yard/0.25 meters each of 2 prints
Batting: 1.5 yards recommended or adequate fabric to cover the hoop used (enough for 9 blocks)
Sashing fabric (Print): 1/3 yard / 0.3 meters
Binding fabric: ¼ yard/0.25 meters
Mesh-type cut-away stabilizer: 1 roll, width/height to cover selected hoop
Temporary adhesive spray
Assorted embroidery thread

Optional Supplies

Applique’ scissors for removing excess stabilizer/clipping around appliqued fabrics
Rotary cutter/mat and acrylic rulers (12”/30.48 cm square and long ruler recommended)
Masking tape (to better secure the backing of the blocks while stitching as backs are not hooped in most blocks)
Invisible thread (used to top stitch sashing fabrics)
Water-soluble stabilizer: 1-2 sheets for Trapunto block

Supplies for the Continuous Quilting Block

Circle embellishment design (included in the zip file you downloaded)
Front fabric: Minimal 12”/30.48 cm square (to be trimmed after embroidery)
Backing fabric: Minimal 12”/30.48 cm square (to be trimmed after embroidery)
Batting – 1 piece large enough to cover the hoop
Stabilizer – 2 sheets to cover the hoop
Assorted Embroidery Thread
Temporary Spray Adhesive

First I will show you how to create the center design.

Then you will learn how to create the outer circles and branch them together to avoid jump stitches.

We will finish the block design by using the Ambience Quilting tool.

Finally, all there is left to do is stitch out your block!

Please note: You will need to sign in or register a free account to be able to download the free project.

Once you register an account, you will have unlimited access to ALL the free projects that are currently on the Hatch Embroidery website and future ones two. You will also automatically receive our newsletter about free projects and designs. You will NOT be requested to download the software. Having an account does not come with any obligations to you at all.

Part 1 – Monogram Block
Part 2 – Fills, Thrills & Outlines Block
Part 3 – Appliqué Block
Part 5 – Trapunto Block
Part 6 – Perfectly Pieced Block & Assembling the Quilt

Kristie has been an educator, designer, business consultant, and sewist for over 20 years. She currently consults for the sewing industry, providing guidance on product development, writing articles, testing products, teaching, and creating marketing pieces.

www.kristiejsmith.com

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