Episode 6 – Quilt Fast! Christmas in July: Get Ahead on Handmade Gifts
Ready to beat the holiday hustle? It’s Christmas in July! In this episode, I’m sharing my best tips for quilting FAST — so you can tackle your gift list without losing your quilting mojo. Whether you’re finishing UFOs or starting fresh, you’ll learn how ruler work, the right tools, and smart project choices make all the difference.In This Episode:✅ Why July is the perfect time to plan your holiday quilt gifts✅ My favorite “quick-win” projects — think small bags, wallets, and table runners✅ How ruler quilting saves time with clean, consistent lines✅ Why cork and vinyl from Sallie Tomato are my go-tos for stylish gifts — plus, I’m a Certified Educator and can teach you how to sew them!✅ Must-have tools for smooth ruler work — including my favorite rulers:Creative Grids Meander RulerSilly Moon Quilting Co. RulersAngela Walters Collection at Fat Quarter ShopSlip MatQuilting Gloves✅ Why I love my Juki TL-18 for precision ruler work✨ Ready to master ruler quilting?Join my Quilting With Rulers Academy and finish more quilts with confidence — holiday gifts included!Sign up here!If you loved this episode…Leave a review, share it with a quilting friend, and tag me on Instagram!Let’s quilt together — faster and happier.
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Episode 5: Holding Your Quilt Like a Pro: Quilt Control Tips for Ruler Quilting
You’ve got your ruler foot. You’ve got your favorite ruler. But your quilt? That thing is sliding, shifting, and bunching like it has a mind of its own! In today’s episode, we’re talking about the one skill that separates frustration from fun in ruler quilting: how you hold and control your quilt while you stitch.If you’ve ever felt like your quilt top is breakdancing under the needle — this one’s for you.What You’ll Learn in This Episode:Why quilt control is half the battle in ruler workThe tools I recommend to help you grip, glide, and guide with confidenceQuilting posture and hand positioning tipsTroubleshooting bumps, drags, and wobbly stitchesHow slowing down actually speeds up your quilting successMy favorite pro tips (plus a few dad jokes!)Mentioned in This Episode – Must-Have Tools:Quilting GlovesBetter grip, less slip! These help control fabric without tension in your hands.Shop quilting gloves on Amazon (affiliate)Slip Mat / Supreme SliderReduces drag and helps your quilt glide across the machine bed.Find one at Sewing Parts Online (affiliate)Grippy SprayMy go-to to keep rulers from sliding on fabric while quilting.Get Grippy Spray on Amazon (affiliate)Silly Moon Quilting RulersA favorite for beginner-friendly, beautiful designs.Shop Silly Moon Rulers (affiliate)My Sewing Machine: Juki TL-18It’s a powerhouse for domestic ruler quilting.View it on Sewing Parts Online (affiliate)Extension Table or Drop-In TableSupport that quilt! More space equals less frustration.Shop tables and extensions here (affiliate)
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