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Rag Quilt

Pattern Info

Pattern info for this project can be found here:

Instructions

Just throw it all together and have fun

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Category: Quilting

Type of item: Home Decor

For: Children

Style: Cute

Materials

5 1/2" fabric squares & 4 1/2" batting squares

What was your inspiration?

I wanted to do a practice run as I plan on making one with some material I purchased last week. This was made up of entirely "left overs". 112 squares in total - Finished quilt measures 36 1/2" x 32"

What are you most proud of?

I used up some of my scrap stash!

What advice would you give someone starting this project?

Easy to do and very forgiving.

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dnwolgamo1021916

Oct 28, 2012

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I just cut out the fabrics for a flannel rag lap quilt for my mother who is in assisted living. I used plain and print to intermingle and plain for the back with a cheap flannel for the inside instead of batting. I previously made my great grandson a rag quilt and he loves it.

jhof50519

Oct 28, 2012

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Love making the rag quilts and was thinking about making one with flannel inside so it is a little lighter, you've just talked me into doing it - thanks :)

beatriceb

Mar 25, 2012

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looking at the picture i think i'm getting the idea.however i think i will go through my closets and make up a few for covers on soda and chairs.thanks i won't have to bag clothing.

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beatriceb

Mar 25, 2012

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confuse.how do we get the ruf edges.do we sew one in.and leave the edges just to unravel.

mummsy

Feb 05, 2012

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Such a simple but great idea. Wheres' my stash box????

softballmom

Jan 26, 2012

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I made one using this idea out of old Jeans I collected. I didnt use batting in the middle tho, just 2 pieces of jeans. I used 7 inch squares so after a 1 inch seam on all sides the squares were 5 inches. I used random colors and it turned out really neat. Takes lots of waashing and drying to get it to fray up nicely, I recommend a few washings and dryings at a laundry mat. It will shed alot. Spread the word to your friends that you want all their old jeans and shop at yard sales.

rghandcdh278671

Oct 16, 2011

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Is there a pattern available?

jhof50519

Oct 16, 2011

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Hi rghandcdh :) I didn't have a pattern just made it up as I went along after reading up on rag quilts. I used 5" squares of cotton fabric and cut 4 1/2" batting squares. To make each square I place the backing fabric wrong side up put a batting square on top (making sure it is centred) then placed the top fabric square with edges matching the backing fabric. I then sewed on the diagonal (from corner to corner). When I had finished all of them I sewed squares together (backing sides together so that the raw edges of the seam show through to the front) to make rows then sewed the rows together. Take a small pair of very sharp scissors, being carful not to cut into the sewing on the seams and snip at 1/4" interval all the seams. Place in a washbag and wash in the washing machine with water temp according to batting type. Hang to dry and done is done! :) I hope you get the idea from what I have written, there is loads of info on the net just "google" Rag Quilts. Any other questions I would be happy to try and help. Happy Sewing.

Nova scotian

Oct 12, 2011

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Always wanted to make a rag quilt.

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judyirvin283030

Oct 15, 2011

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Me too, and I think this is one I am going to try!

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darleney

Sep 29, 2011

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Hope I can get back to these again.Love some of these and want to try to make them.

RebeccaLynn

Sep 25, 2011

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I love to see the finished project and this is one you can finish in no time at all.

birdvirginia

Sep 24, 2011

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these rag quilts are great for seniors in nursing homes. they like them over their lap since they are usually cold. I made several for my grandkids and used up all the extra scrap for the nursing home. They love them.

ejoy

Sep 23, 2011

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I take my rag quilts to a commercial laundry so I don't get all the lint in my washing machine, which doesn't have a removable filter. The special rag quit scissor is a life-saver for the hands.

debntx59

Nov 01, 2011

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I do the same thing. My quilting bee suggested it when I made it. I used heavy flannel on my quilt w/batting in between. It is so heavy, but it's for my hubby and he loves it. Took forever to wash & dry it commercially. I put it through the wash process twice.

Faye B

Sep 23, 2011

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I like to keep my stash of scraps in one of those plastic storage bins. Now I know how I can use them up!! Great idea!

phedstrom219945

Sep 22, 2011

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Have always used the 9 1/2 in squares - going to try the 5 1/2 - thanks for the idea

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Audrae

Sep 22, 2011

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I have made the rag quilt using homespun fabrics. Very easy

KWILTPHARM

Sep 22, 2011

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I have made 3 of these several years ago. Have the pieces cut to do several more and have even stitched on some of them. This is a great project to do when you feel like making something and don't want to have to match much or worry about points getting lost in the seams. Just have to remember to seal it in a pillow protector to wash and dry it the first time!

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butterflybarb

Sep 22, 2011

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I did one for my adult son with Patriots Football flannel and plaids on the back of denim. I used denim that I bought at thrift shops in the largest sizes that I could. Made for a nice mix of faded shades. He loves it and it's very warm for the winter (especially football) season!

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brcsw

Sep 23, 2011

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That's a great idea to use denim

J Kelly

Sep 22, 2011

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I just cut out baby flannel squares and batting for this project yesterday. Such a sweet project.

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theresa McRober

Sep 22, 2011

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I make mine out of 3 squares of flannel instead of using batting. I also make them so they are the same on both sides. It just means more snipping

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J Kelly

Sep 22, 2011

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Funny, I just cut a stack of squares out of baby flannel, and batting yesterday for the same project. Fast, easy and delightful project.

KWILTPHARM

Sep 22, 2011

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With flannel you really do not need the batting-it makes it almost too heavy. I used another layer of "junk" flannel and it worked great.

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Rdviolin218161

Sep 22, 2011

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Just Love the Rag Quilts they are very easy to make. I usually make them for children and babies, as we all know our family loves them to. Beautiful Quilt

Rdviolin218161

Sep 22, 2011

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I love making the Rag Quilt ~ It is such a neat gift to make for little ones and I have made larger ones for my family, Nice and Cozy,

brenda kimbrell

Sep 22, 2011

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this is coll,also you can make the bake out of old denim jeans makes great foot ball quilts to take to the game when it is cold

theresa McRober

Sep 22, 2011

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I have been making the denim quilts for many years. I make the blocks from denim and add cotton sashing and usually flannel backing

Debbeann

Sep 22, 2011

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I have made many denim scrap quilts also, and I open the wasitbands and use them for the final edging on the quilts.

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wbastien

Sep 22, 2011

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I've made about a dozen of these as charitable gifts for sick children. I use flannellette for all three layers and they are so cozy and warm. I recommend using a special walking foot on your sewing machine because of the fabric thickness. I use a double needle for stitching the layers together because if you accidentally clip your stitch line when snipping the seam allowances for fraying, you'll have a backup stitch line. I also recommend the special rag quilt snipping scissors available at Michael's, which work 100% better than other scissors for this type of snipping, also very easy on the hands. Have fun making your own!

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Lalau

Sep 22, 2011

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How do you get the ruffly look of the edges?

jhof50519

Sep 22, 2011

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Snip the seams every 1/2inch (be careful not to cut into the stitching) then wash in the washing machine :)

Chris Porter

Sep 22, 2011

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You have to carefully snip the edge of the seam allowances and then wash it. It will ravel nicely. Be careful not to get to close to the stitching though.

joanmarie

Sep 22, 2011

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I have made two flannel rag quilts. They are so easy and make great gifts. The ones I made had only two layers of fabric with no batting. They are very light but still warm.

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RebeccaLynn

Sep 25, 2011

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This is also how I done it.

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kkmevans1215557

Sep 22, 2011

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I have made hundreds of rag quilts. My fabric choice is flannel. Need to wash and dry it about 4 times to get rid of most of the lint after clipping. I have also increased the size of the squares to 9 1/2 inches. For a lighter feel, don't use batting or you can use muslin. Have fun!

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RebeccaLynn

Sep 25, 2011

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Do in a commercial laundry mat, if you have a septic system.

Merinda

Sep 22, 2011

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When I was a child my mother always made quilts with pieces from clothes we had outgrown or worn out.i think of all the changes I've seen in my lifetime.What we once thought of as necessity is now called 'crafty" .I guess it just proves that life really is a circle.

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paint lady

Sep 22, 2011

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I made several of these quilts and sold them during an art and crafts fair. The ones people liked the most were the ones with baby prints, cat prints, and dog prints. I am always looking forward to how they will look when finished

Thelma DeBarge

Sep 22, 2011

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Love it, I made one w/old blue jeans, and other cotton fabric. Came out good and kids enjoyed it.

macoolio

Sep 22, 2011

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I use osenberg(?) between layers instead of batting or flannel. It gives a nice full ridge.

nwdragonfly

Sep 22, 2011

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Very cute! What type of fabric did you use? I've got lots of cotton flannel cut and I'm about to make my first rag quilt, but I was wondering if they can be made with other fabrics

jhof50519

Sep 22, 2011

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I used 100% cotton gingham. It is the first rag quilt I have made but I do believe flannel is good. Try googling Rag Quilts made from (insert your chosen fabric here). :)

fuzzylong

Sep 22, 2011

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~ denim works well too...especially after being washed a lot.

blakeyrags

Sep 22, 2011

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I have also used Minky in my rag quilts.

tracydvr

Sep 22, 2011

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I love rag quilts and have made a few and have fabric designated for more, but HATE the cutting. I'm going to give the Accuquilt rag dies a go.

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cat80915

Sep 22, 2011

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Accuquilt is the bomb!

KWILTPHARM

Sep 22, 2011

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I cut the squares for these projects when I am cutting up the remainder of a piece of fabric-I just whatever size squares I can and just put them into piles and them sort them to what ever project will use that size square. This way, when I am ready to sew-no cutting needed! :)

Eileen D

Sep 21, 2011

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Very nice. I actually made one for a baby using all blacks and yellows. Its very easy to do and kids love it !!

Lena Faye

Sep 21, 2011

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Very pretty. I tried one with fleecy material. It didn't work very well. It looked good, but it didn't fray. I did another one out of fleece and i just zig-zagged the edges together .

Shellys

Sep 22, 2011

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I did a rag type qyult out of polar fleece and no it does not unravel but gives a nice comfy feel and the family loved it

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lbihokie956247

Sep 19, 2012

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Wow, Shellys...Polar Fleece sounds great for a football blanket. You wouldn't need a backing, would you?

DawnH

Sep 21, 2011

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I haven't tried one yet but, I have the materials to make one :) I love yours!!!

veronica50217937

Sep 21, 2011

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how do you get all the edges fluffy or raggy

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Longarmer

Sep 21, 2011

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You cut them about a half inch all the way around.

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janjej

Sep 22, 2011

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Washing it in the machine rags it

Lynne McEv

Sep 22, 2011

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I use flannel, which is perfect for rag quilts. After assembling the quilt with the 1/2" seams showing on the right side of quilt, clip each seam allowance every 1/4" to seam line, This takes an hour or more, depending on size of quilt. Next wash quilt in washing machine using detergent as usual, then dry in dryer. viola, the seams are fluffy.

Hildibeast

Sep 21, 2011

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I have made a least a dozen of these, so easy for a baby shower. My daughter who never had Home Ec. at school, made me a lovely one for Xmas 2006, then another one for our 35th Wedding Ann. for our bed at the cabin. Cherished Treasures.

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Allisonrhodes

Sep 21, 2011

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Beautiful job! We had a long rainy weekend a few weeks ago and I sat down and made 2 rag quilts for two of my daughters. They are so simple and turn out great without too much effort. The girls helped me put it together and we had a super time. Thanks for sharing yours.

Scrappyendings

Sep 21, 2011

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One of the first set of dies I purchased with my Accucut Studio cutter was the rag quilt set. I love not having to clip the fabric as the die cutter does it for me. I love your colors!

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faith25

Sep 22, 2011

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i love this rag quilt and do u have the pattern for this rag quilt??????

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