Piece by Piece: Quilt-As-You-Go Techniques

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Discover how to quilt-as-you-go, for amazing results in no time at all.

Getting Started

Meet Marti Michell, author of dozens of instructional books and your quilt-as-you-go guide! Marti begins by introducing the technique itself, and why it’s so dynamic: When the sewing is done, so is the quilt! She also shows how to select and prepare your batting and backing to get off to a good start.

String Quilting

Get one step closer to quilting-as-you-go by learning how to prepare your pieces. Marti explains why string piecing is one of the more forgiving techniques before demonstrating how to piece in place and true up the block. Plus, Marti shares several fun project ideas.

Twin Finishing Strips

Practice joining your blocks together with Marti’s guidance. Get step-by-step instruction on how to seamlessly incorporate twin finishing strips into the larger piece. Then, find out Marti’s trick for joining rows with layer cake strips.

Log Cabin Blocks

Marti shares more innovative bulk-busting tips and tricks as she demonstrates how to construct two different styles of log cabin blocks — classic and wonky. In addition, you’ll see Marti’s first quilt-as-you-go log cabin block that she created in 1976!

Single Finishing Strips

Master the process of finishing a quilt with single strips, whether you’re joining blocks by hand or using a machine. Then, learn Marti’s technique of using a blind hem for a more refined look, and find out when you do — and don’t — want to align your rows.

Finishing Without Strips

Learn a new and simple way of joining blocks together — without finishing strips! Quilt along with Marti as she demonstrates her trusty technique using the courthouse steps block, a variation on the log cabin block. You’ll be impressed by the gorgeous results!

More Complicated Blocks

Any block can be made in the as-you-go style! Watch as Marti takes two designs not normally associated with the technique — the Ohio star and the Virginia reel — and makes them work with a series of easy adaptations. Plus, get tips on how to do the same with your other favorite designs!

Borders & Binding

Discover a simple method of adding borders with Marti’s quilt-as-you-go technique. In addition, learn a unique — and time-saving — binding tip before adding the finishing touches to your quilt.