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Quilting: Art Quilt Potholder
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Art Quilt Potholder

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This project was made as part of a Craftsy course:
Art Quilt Backgrounds: Beyond Log Cabin »

Instructions

After you have finished the practice blocks in the Art Quilt Backgrounds course, make those blocks into functional and fun potholders. Be sure to use cotton batting to make them heat resistant, and quilt in the ditch using your walking foot to make all the layers stick together. Finish the potholders off after trimming with a folded binding--2-1/2" inch strip at least 40" wide, pressed double and ...
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Category: Quilting

Type of item: Functional

For: Unisex

Style: Classic

Materials

8" Wonky art quilt background practice squares from the Art Quilt Backgrounds course. 3-8" squares of cotton batting, 1-8" backing square for potholder, binding.

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wandajord1301346 on craftsy.com
wandajord1301346
Apr 22, 2013    Flag as inappropriate
I would love a special discount, looking forward to taking your course.
bridgetki1236931 on craftsy.com
bridgetki1236931
Apr 09, 2013    Flag as inappropriate
Far too nice to use as pot holders!! Would look stunning just hanging anywhere though. :)
Judith Trager on craftsy.com
Judith Trager
Apr 19, 2013   Flag as inappropriate
Make lots and hang them up in an ever-changing wall quilt ( or is that a potholder quilt?) Thanks!
Judith Trager on craftsy.com
Judith Trager
Craftsy Instructor
Feb 15, 2013    Flag as inappropriate
I know some of you haven't signed up for the Art Quilt Backgrounds course! This is the time. . . Lots of things on sale and if you contact me directly, I might just have a special discount for you! Judith Trager Instructor, Art Quilt Backgrounds
Wiseass on craftsy.com
Wiseass
Mar 17, 2013   Flag as inappropriate
Discount? Did I hear that magical word? I need that, plus I need help making waterscapes! Help!
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sawyersvi623682
Mar 23, 2013   Flag as inappropriate
I've never taken an online class. Your silk screening and thread embellishing are tempting.
Anne F C on craftsy.com
Anne F C
Apr 28, 2013   Flag as inappropriate
Thanks for your discount offer. Sounds great!
Kay Gee on craftsy.com
Kay Gee
Feb 09, 2013    Flag as inappropriate
Great colors. Fun and practical who could ask for more?
Judith Trager on craftsy.com
Judith Trager
Feb 15, 2013   Flag as inappropriate
Thanks! Make lots!
Judith Trager on craftsy.com
Judith Trager
Mar 21, 2013   Flag as inappropriate
Well, maybe my daughter?
kvail82401 on craftsy.com
kvail82401
Dec 15, 2012    Flag as inappropriate
It looks like you did machine sew the binding. How did it look on the back, or how did you make it look good/even on the back? Love your project.
Judith Trager on craftsy.com
Judith Trager
Feb 05, 2013   Flag as inappropriate
I did everything on the machine. No hand stiching for me, especially on a potholder! Keep making those squares. They are very versatile! Judith
Judith Trager on craftsy.com
Judith Trager
Mar 21, 2013   Flag as inappropriate
I sewed the binding on the back first, then pulled it around, finishing the sewing on the front. It looks great--even if your stitching shows. You get used to doing it this way.
DonaleeK on craftsy.com
DonaleeK
Dec 11, 2012    Flag as inappropriate
I've been using your technique and making a bunch of these for Christmas gifts for my friends..... hope they like them as much as I do!
Judith Trager on craftsy.com
Judith Trager
Dec 11, 2012   Flag as inappropriate
I am sure they will. Happy Christmas! And get that art quilt done! Judith
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soulsurfersteph
Dec 04, 2012    Flag as inappropriate
These are very pretty! I have a practical question - can I use bias tape for the borders? The bias tape I buy from the store is a polyester/cotton mix. Is that safe to use on a potholder? Or should cotton only for the potholders? Thank you!
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soulsurfersteph
Dec 06, 2012   Flag as inappropriate
Never mind, I got the answer to my question...you should not use synthetic *anything* in a pot holder. Not even with the thread! Here is more info: http://www.bellaonline.com/articles/art70384.asp Thank you! :-)
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soulsurfersteph
Dec 06, 2012   Flag as inappropriate
Never mind, I got the answer to my question...you should not use synthetic *anything* in a pot holder. Not even with the thread! Here is more info: http://www.bellaonline.com/articles/art70384.asp Thank you! :-)
soulsurfersteph on craftsy.com
soulsurfersteph
Dec 06, 2012   Flag as inappropriate
Never mind, I got the answer to my question...you should not use synthetic *anything* in a pot holder. Not even with the thread! Here is more info: http://www.bellaonline.com/articles/art70384.asp Thank you! :-)
Ladymax on craftsy.com
Ladymax
Dec 01, 2012    Flag as inappropriate
These are great and a way to use up scraps. Did they make a dent in the scrap pile.
Judith Trager on craftsy.com
Judith Trager
Dec 01, 2012   Flag as inappropriate
Well--not really. I actually make these and sell them to places like museum gift shops (The Visions Quilt Museum Shop has them all the time!) so I actually buy fabric for them. They are my "design practice" where I can work out colors and placement. Glad you like them!
Deb Cavanaugh on craftsy.com
Deb Cavanaugh
Nov 29, 2012    Flag as inappropriate
What a great way to use some of the extra squares. They would be so bright and happy to use
Judith Trager on craftsy.com
Judith Trager
Craftsy Instructor
Nov 28, 2012    Flag as inappropriate
Thanks for all the good feedback--and keep making those squares! Judith
H. Griffin on craftsy.com
H. Griffin
Nov 27, 2012    Flag as inappropriate
These are so pretty! I can't wait to try making my practice squares!
Judith Trager on craftsy.com
Judith Trager
Nov 28, 2012   Flag as inappropriate
Great way to make some nice Christmas gifts, too! You can adapt those practice square to lots of things--think placemats and glasses cases, small purses. . . .well, I could go on and on!
My Muse on craftsy.com
My Muse
Nov 26, 2012    Flag as inappropriate
These are absolutely beautiful! The colors have brightened a rather dreary day. I'll have to sign up for your class as soon as I finish the ones I'm watching now. Hey, we're neighbors, I'm out in Platteville.
Judith Trager on craftsy.com
Judith Trager
Nov 28, 2012   Flag as inappropriate
Sign up now while the sale is still on! We'd love to have you on board!
DonaleeK on craftsy.com
DonaleeK
Nov 25, 2012    Flag as inappropriate
You have such a distinctive style... I love it!
Judith Trager on craftsy.com
Judith Trager
Nov 25, 2012   Flag as inappropriate
Thanks!!! Just keep quilting!

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