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The Violet Quiltalong Introduction
Get an introduction to the Violet Quiltalong and the project you will be making.
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Skill level
Intermediate
Quiltalong length
5 weeks
Original quiltalong
2021
Quilt sizes
Baby — King
About the pattern
Quilt Details
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Make the Violet Quilt
Work through the lessons at your own pace.
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Quiltalong Basic Info
Review the quiltalong schedule, participation details, and what to expect during the five-week series.
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Week 1
Fabric Planning
Start planning your fabric palette and decide how you want your finished Violet Quilt to look.
Plan Your Fabric
Week 1
Picking Your Fabrics
Choose fabrics with the color, contrast, and variety needed to highlight the Violet design.
Pick Your Fabrics
Week 1
Picking Your Rainbow Fabrics
Learn how to select and arrange colors for a vibrant rainbow version of the Violet Quilt.
Plan a Rainbow Quilt
Week 2
Cutting Your Fabric
Review general cutting information and tips before cutting the fabrics for your quilt.
Start Cutting
WEEK 2
Cutting Fabrics A, B, and C
Follow the detailed instructions for accurately cutting Fabrics A, B, and C.
Cut Fabrics A, B, and C
WEEK 2
Cutting Your Background Fabric
Cut and organize the background pieces needed to assemble your Violet Quilt.
Cut the Background
WEEK 3
Pinning
Learn how careful pinning can improve alignment and accuracy as you piece the quilt.
Learn About Pinning
WEEK 3
Pressing
Use effective pressing techniques to create accurate units and flatter seams.
Learn About Pressing
WEEK 3
Fabric Placement
Arrange your fabrics to create balance, contrast, and movement across the quilt.
Plan Fabric Placement
WEEK 3
Making the Corner Squares
Construct the corner-square units needed to create the Violet Quilt design.
Make the Corner Squares
WEEK 4
Piecing Your Sashing
Piece the sashing sections and begin bringing the quilt top together.
Piece the Sashing
WEEK 4
Adding the Borders
Complete the quilt top by accurately measuring, piecing, and attaching its borders.
Add the Borders
WEEK 5
Preparing the Backing Fabric
Choose, prepare, and piece the backing fabric for your finished quilt top.
Prepare the Backing
WEEK 5
Basting Your Quilt
Layer and securely baste the quilt top, batting, and backing in preparation for quilting.
Baste Your Quilt
WEEK 5
Quilting and Binding
Finish your Violet Quilt with guidance for quilting and attaching the binding.
Finish the Quiltalong