Fun With Fat Quarters & Fat Eighths

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Fat quarters and fat eighths are some of the most versatile and easiest to find pre-cut quilting fabrics. Learn how they are made and see several ways to use them. First, Ashley Hough will explain the difference between the two sizes of pre-cut fabrics and explain how they got their name. She will also show some of the many ways you can find these specific pre-cut fabrics, both separately and in bundles. Next, you will learn how to make a block that is great for fat quarters, whether you are making one at a time or want to make many at a time. You will also get several different layouts for quilts that can be made with this block. Ashley will also show blocks and layouts that are great for fat eighths. Finally, you will see how to make a versatile block that is great for both sizes of pre-cut fabrics as well as see several variations that can be made with the original block. And while fat quarters and fat eighths are some of the most common pre-cut fabrics, Ashley will also show some of the other pre-cut fabric options and share several resources for how to use them.

Introduction to Fat Quarters & Fat Eighths

Meet Ashley Hough and learn what fat quarters and fat eighths are and how they are made. You will also learn that not all pre-cuts are created equal and that the actual usable amount of fabric can vary. Ashley will also discuss whether to pre-wash pre-cut fabrics or not.

Blocks That Work With Fat Quarters

See the variety of different ways that fat quarters can be purchased, both individually and in bundles. You will learn an easy block to make using fat quarters, how to make many of these blocks at the same time, and then see several different quilt layouts that can be used with this block.

Blocks That Work With Fat Eighths

Get a better look at fat eighths and see how to make several layouts that work well with this pre-cut. You will also see how to make a fun layout using fat eighths that doesn’t require a pattern.

A Block That Works With Both: The Nine Patch

See how to make a block that works well with both fat quarters and fat eighths. You will also see how to make several variations on the original block.

Additional Precut Resources & Options

Learn about some additional pre-cut fabrics, including skinny strips and pre-cut triangles. You will also see several different resources available for using many different pre-cuts.

Meet Your Instructor

Meet Your Instructor. Ashley Hough.