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7 HD Video Lessons
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Elizabeth Hartman
Elizabeth is the author of The Practical Guide to Patchwork and Modern Patchwork. She also blogs regularly at Oh, Fransson!. View profile »
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Creative Quilt Backs
with Elizabeth Hartman
Make the back of your quilt as pretty and interesting as the front with easy ideas from this free class by renowned quilter Elizabeth Hartman.
You've spent considerable time and creative energy on the front of your quilt; make the back a work of art, too. In this FREE mini-class, renowned quilter Elizabeth Hartman, author of the popular quilting blog Oh, Fransson!, show you easy ways to create several styles of quilt backs that will complement the fronts.
Whether you're a traditional quilter or lean toward modern styles, you'll find tips and techniques here that will make your finished quilts stand out. Sign up for Creative Quilt Backs today!
What You'll Learn
- Simple calculations for planning your quilt back and determining fabric quantities
- Piecing together large-scale prints for dramatic effect
- Using a pieced strip to break up negative space
- Floating a block with the help of a scaled drawing
- Using your design wall to build a patchwork back with scraps from your stash
What You'll Need:
- A quilt that needs backing
- Fabric that can include neutral solids, large-scale prints, pieced blocks or strips, or scraps from your stash
Lesson Plan
| 1 | Welcome to Your FREE Mini-Class! | 0:51 |
| 2 | Introduction | 2:19 |
| 3 | Quilt Back Math | 6:14 |
| 4 | Using Large-Scale Prints | 14:52 |
| 5 | Adding a Pieced Strip | 18:15 |
| 6 | Back Block | 13:11 |
| 7 | Super Scrappy | 20:16 |
Skills you should have:
- Basic machine quilting skills
- Use basic quilting tools
- Basic machine sewing skills
Recent 5 star reviews of this class
Average Review:
I enjoyed this class and Elizabeth provided a lot of great information. I've been quilting for a long time and every quilt you make needs a back. <:o) . Mine will be more creative from now on.
Super class
Loved the class. It stirs the imagination to create a quilt back that incorporates the left over fabrics from the quilt top and pulls it all together.
Happy Happy Joy Joy
Im not a block person but this was fun. Im going to give blocks a try in my next quilt.
Creative Quilts Back
A new way of learning and diversion of education/hobbies.
Can't wait to try!!
This was an excellent class! I love that you can make the back of the quilt just as beautiful as the front! I can not wait to do this to my quilts! I love the idea of using your extra fabric and squares!!
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