Quilt as You Go With Precut Strips

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Quilt as You Go With Precut Strips

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Convenience. It is a word important to many of us as we search out ways to streamline our lives. In the sewing and quilting arenas, fabric manufacturers took our needs to heart, producing precut fabric bundles. Ahh, convenient!

On today’s episode of Sewing With Nancy, Maria DeGroot,  a teacher of the convenient, works with the many sizes of precut bundles and is here to share precut quilt projects in our third and final program of our mini-series. If you missed parts one or two, watch them online.

Precut Reference

We’ll be using precut fabrics throughout this three-part series of Sewing With Nancy. If you’re curious what we mean by “precut fabrics,” here’s a quick reference:

  • 5″ Squares: Charm Packs or 5″ Stackers
  • 10″ Squares: Layer Cakes, Ten Squares, or 10″ Stackers
  • 2-1/2″ Squares: Mini-Charms
  • Fat Quarter: 18″ x 22″
  • 2-1/2″ Strips: Jelly Rolls, Roll-ups, Design Rolls, Rolie Polie
  • 5″ Strips: Dessert Rolls, Charm Rolls
  • 1-1/2″ Strips: Honey Buns, Skinny Strips
  • 6″ Triangles and Hexagons are also available, but not in this series.

We’ll be starting out with Maria’s favorite tote pattern. A precut package of 2-1/2″ strips is what’s needed for this tote. Nancy will show a quilt as-you-go technique that is ideal for all levels of sewing.

Quilt & Go Tote

Start out with this favorite tote pattern and a precut package of 2-1/2″ strips. Learn how to use the quilt-as-you-go method to create this bag on today’s new episode of Sewing With Nancy.

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Strip-by-Strip Reversible Quilt

Strips sewn end-to-end are the first step in making our next project from 2-1/2″ crosswise strips. We call it, the Strip-by-Strip Reversible Quilt. Two packages of strips are used, one for each side of the quilt. It’s a speedy quilt project that results in a lightweight quilt, ideal for warm climates or summertime naps.

Fabric Precut NancyZieman 2Here’s a peek at the quilt’s back, though it is so striking, either side might be the front or back.

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Split and Spin Pinwheel Quilt

Most of us are familiar with half-square triangles, but what about half-square rectangles? Hmm, not as common. Learn how 10″ precut fabric bundles are ideal for creating this unique design that Maria calls, Split and Spin Pinwheels. There’s a secret to assemble this block, which they’ll share with you on this TV show! Watch Online and learn the secret.

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  Precut Fabrics for Speedy Projects Book includes:

  • Nancy Zieman and guest Maria DeGroot showing how to use precut fabric packages for a variety of projects
  • Incorporating precut fabric options—5″ squares, 10″ squares, 2-1/2″ strips with yardage to quickly create coordinated projects
  • Easy techniques that give 9-patch blocks a whole new look
  • Quickly making volumes of half-square triangles from 10″ precut squares to arrange in modern blocks
  • Giving a new twist to a traditional Log Cabin block, complete with on-point layout and setting triangles
  • Creating gussets to form totes
  • Using alternative fabrics (flannel and fusible foam) as batting
  • “Quilt-as-you-go” using the wobble stitch
  • Making and positioning straps for totes
  • Projects:
    1. Charm Pack Scramble Quilt and variations
    2. Four’s the Charm Quilt
    3. Chocolate Cake with Sprinkles Quilt
    4. Quarter Log Cabin Quilt
    5. Charming Tote
    6. Strip by Strip Reversible Quilt
    7. Split and Spin Pinwheel Quilt
    8. Quilt & Go Tote

 Watch Precut Fabrics for Speedy Projects (Part OnePart Two, and Part Three) on Sewing With Nancy online.

For a chance to win a copy of the new book, Precut Fabrics for Speedy Projects from Nancy’s Notions, leave a comment sharing which type of precut you purchase most often.

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Happy Sewing,

Team Nancy Zieman

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109 Comments

  • Ginger barlow
    April 3, 2018

    I love fat quarters but lately I’ve been buying 2-1/2” strip sets and 5” charms. I guess I like them all!

  • Adelle J.
    April 3, 2018

    I love the convenience and precision of pre-cut fabrics. I buy more 2 1/2″ strips sets for Log Cabin and Bargello-type quilts. Fat quarters would be next on my shopping list, I use them to make fancy burp cloths for new baby gifts and small kennel pads for pet rescue.

  • Gloria Pullin
    April 3, 2018

    I like fat quarters because I can get a more variety of prints, colors, etc.

  • Anne Z
    April 3, 2018

    I love jelly rolls. They are so versatile.

  • Deborah
    April 3, 2018

    I purchase fat quarters the most, and then jelly rolls and layer cakes. I’ve almost used up my supply, so I need to go back to the fabric stores.

  • BevM
    April 3, 2018

    I have purchased fat quarters of fabrics, because they are so versatile.

  • Nancy
    April 3, 2018

    I probably purchase more charm packs than anything; however, I do love precuts and purchase a lot of jelly rolls and layer cakes also.

  • Sandra N
    April 3, 2018

    I love precuts! Charms are my favorite!

  • Marilyn Logan
    April 3, 2018

    I usually purchase jelly rolls or other 2 1/2″ strips.

  • Laura
    April 3, 2018

    Jelly rolls! All colors!

  • Margaret Muse
    April 3, 2018

    I purchase jelly rolls most often, looking forward to working with layer cakes and charm packs!

  • Max
    April 3, 2018

    Jelly rolls or layer cakes seem to jump into my basket when shopping.

  • Susan Spiers
    April 3, 2018

    The quilt & Go Tote is just too sweet! I usually buy fat quarters, especially in bundles, as I get a good combination of fabrics & colors!

  • Leslie Schmidt
    April 3, 2018

    I have an abundance of charm squares, but what I actually buy the most of is fat quarters. They are what I use more of, too.

  • Susan
    April 3, 2018

    I have just started using precuts. I have a quilt kit that is waiting for me to get started on it.

  • Karen
    April 3, 2018

    I started out with fat quarters but now I love jelly rolls and layer cakes.

  • laura
    April 3, 2018

    I love charm packs!

  • Julie A Craven
    April 3, 2018

    All of them. hehe, but fat quarters are really my favorite.

  • Rosie Glenn
    April 3, 2018

    I use the 2.5 inch strips the most of precuts, and the fat quarters too, if they count! The strips are so nice already cut, saves time and they are cut well.

  • Betty Tolan
    April 3, 2018

    I love designing with the charm packs when I am not in the mood for following someone’s else’s ideas

  • Lorraine Alves
    April 3, 2018

    I have a library of pre-cut fabrics including fat quarters, jelly rolls, and 5″ charm packs. I tend to buy more fat quarters because I am able to sub-cut them into strips and squares as needed.

  • Savannagal
    April 3, 2018

    I use fat quarters most often. Thanks.

  • Grannie Connie
    April 3, 2018

    I usually buy 2 1\2 ” strips because I don’t know how to use the others .

  • Sharon
    April 3, 2018

    I enjoy charms, strips, and fat quarters–don’t have a favorite.

  • Jo G
    April 3, 2018

    I use jelly rolls and fat quarters

  • Clovis
    April 3, 2018

    I like to work with fat quarters. Thanks for the chance to win.

  • Sally Maxwell
    April 3, 2018

    I’m a first-time quilterand need all the help I can get. HELP!

  • Charlotte Brown
    April 3, 2018

    I love them all, but I like charm squares most of all.

  • DeAnna Stanga
    April 3, 2018

    Great projects. I love using precuts. The tote is adorable.

  • Marsha
    April 3, 2018

    I have mostly used Jelly Rolls and am real interested to try the “quilt as you go” method using the Jelly Rolls as I have two graduation quilts to do by end of May and this looks like a doable quilt that I can finish by end of May.

  • Margaret Scott
    April 3, 2018

    I purchase more fat quarters. But I am currently making a quilt with jelly rolls. I also have a project lined up for layer cakes.

  • Beverly
    April 3, 2018

    The pre-cuts I purchase most often are 2 1/2″ strips, aka Jelly Rolls. I find these useful for many projects using 2 1/2″ strips and saves so much time and arm-power not to cut these myself. However the 10″ and 5″ squares are quite useful for several quilt patterns. Because these come in packs of either one color or a design pack it is also easier to have everything color-coordinated.

  • Donna W
    April 3, 2018

    Fat quarters are my favorite, but lately I have started buying way too many jelly rolls. this book would be a great help to use some of them up. thanks

  • ReneeS
    April 3, 2018

    One really nice thing about pre-cuts is that the fabrics are already coordinated. I have a couple of jelly rolls waiting for their turn to become a quilt or other project. Lately, I’ve been looking at fat quarter bundles.

  • cindy m
    April 3, 2018

    I’m an equal opportunity buyer:) A lot depends on sales but if it’s a fabric I truly love I’ll buy it in different cuts! None goes to waste!

  • Pat
    April 3, 2018

    I use 2 1/2 inch strips most often. After seeing these episodes though I am definitely going to expand my horizons to 5 in and 10 inch squares. Thanks for the chance to win the book.

  • Mary Green
    April 3, 2018

    I have a stash that could last a lifetime but I do buy fat quartets to fill in when I need a new color or print. I am cutting up my yardage into jelly roll strips tho I have to do my own coordinating. This book sounds as tho it could be a great inspiration to getting some done.

  • Elda Gay Elkins
    April 3, 2018

    I started with jelly rolls, but have begun to purchase layer cakes. Each precut has it’s own unique uses, and these intrigue me. Of course, when in doubt get the fat quarter bundle. You can cut it into whichever precut you desire, and still have some left over for a future project.

  • JoanneTillery
    April 3, 2018

    I started my first quilt using 10 inch squares, and have used other precuts, but prefer the 10 inch squares.

  • Ruth Peterson
    April 3, 2018

    I have all 3 in my stash, but jelly rolls are my favorite. I would put this book to good use! I have several of Nancy’s books and feel blessed to have taken classes from her at SewExpo in Puyallup, WA.

  • RITA
    April 3, 2018

    I purchase mainly fat quarters but have been slowly increasing my stash with 2 1/2 in strips. I love that they are already color coordinated for me.

  • MoeWest
    April 3, 2018

    I purchase more fat quarters. Also, I cut my scraps into common pre-cut sizes.

  • Peggy V
    April 3, 2018

    I purchase jelly rolls most often although if the truth be told I have many charms as well. Would love to have the book to help eliminate some of my stash.

  • Kellie Campbell-Mulkey
    April 3, 2018

    I have so many 5″ charm packs that I don’t know what to do with them. This book would really help. Thanks for the chance to win.

  • Beverly
    April 3, 2018

    Although all precuts are versatile with today’s many patterns designed for their use, I most often purchase fat quarters because I find them the most versatile of precuts.

  • Leah Wolfe
    April 3, 2018

    I use more fat quarters, but I am sure I will start using other types of precut fabric.

  • Barbara Susan
    April 3, 2018

    I like to use charm squares since I enjoy making smaller projects.

  • Donna
    April 3, 2018

    Charm packs and jelly rolls are fun to create many projects.

  • Cynthia T
    April 3, 2018

    I haven’t used many precuts so this series will be very interesting. I have used 2 1/2 strips to make a Scrappy Trip Around The World Quilt. They worked really well.

  • Virginia Severson
    April 3, 2018

    I love precuts.

  • Judith Huber
    April 3, 2018

    My daughter and I have gotten into the precuts. I’m excited to try these.

  • Donna Fecteau
    April 3, 2018

    i love precuts. Lately it has been jelly rolls.

  • Joanna
    April 3, 2018

    21/2 strips are the best!….so many different ways to use them!

  • Louise Fredieu
    April 3, 2018

    I use more fat quarters than anything else. Clothes for babies, little girls, toys, little girl purses, doll quilts, there are just so many things I have made with fat quarters.

  • Mary
    April 3, 2018

    10 inch squares are the most versatile!

  • Helen
    April 3, 2018

    The charm packs and layer cakes seem to work best for me because they are color coordinated.

  • Bonnye
    April 3, 2018

    I usually purchase fat quarters, however after seeing theses quilts I may buy jelly rolls.

  • Christine M
    April 3, 2018

    I tend to buy charm packs since I make smaller quilts. But I have also bought Jelly Rolls, but never used them… Now I am motivated to finally unroll them!

  • Susan
    April 3, 2018

    Great projects! I usually buy fat quarters. If my project doesn’t use all of the fabric, I make a smaller version of it to keep.

  • Karen A
    April 3, 2018

    I buy mostly fat quarters. They work for so many projects.

  • Roxanne
    April 3, 2018

    I usually purchase 5″ squares.

  • Marilyn D.
    April 3, 2018

    I have not purchased a layer cake yet. These pre cuts are good for so many projects and waste is minimal.

  • Peggy Shepherd
    April 3, 2018

    Would love to do some quilt as you go

    • Helen Grantham
      April 3, 2018

      Most often I choose fat quarters, however, jelly rolls are very convenient. I just love fabric!

  • Karen
    April 3, 2018

    I have many fat quarters. They come in handy for so many projects. This way I can have a variety of fabrics.

  • Sunni
    April 3, 2018

    5″ squares and fat quarters are what I’ve used. After seeing some projects I can’t wait to select a jelly roll.

  • Linda E
    April 3, 2018

    I collect all sizes of precuts. I especially enjoy the fat quarters.

  • Gail Beam
    April 3, 2018

    Charm packs and fat quarters, although I do have a few small layer cakes.

  • mary
    April 3, 2018

    fat quarters and yardage

  • Judith Campo
    April 3, 2018

    Right now I am in kind of a rut with charm squares since our Project Linus chapter does a charm square exchange at Christmas. I would like to take the next step in learning to maximize the use of other precuts.

  • Lynn
    April 3, 2018

    I usually buy jelly rolls and charm squares.

  • Joanie Wallrich
    April 3, 2018

    Jelly rolls and fat quarters are my favorites. I am teaching my granddaughters to sew and they all love the fat quarters.

  • Margaret
    April 3, 2018

    I am so happy with jelly rolls! With such little time left for sewing, having the fabric already cut and coordinated is a great time saver and allows one to sit down even in short blocks of time to keep the project going. Love seeing these new ideas for using them!

  • Linda
    April 3, 2018

    I mostly have jelly rolls and fat quarters. I want to get this book so I can use some of the other product fabrics.

  • Barbara Zabel
    April 3, 2018

    I enjoy working with jelly rolls and fat quarters. I like all the creative ideas we get from Nancy.

  • Linda
    April 3, 2018

    I mostly have jelly rolls and fat quarters. I want to get this book so I can use some of the other precut fabrics.

  • Ola Norman
    April 3, 2018

    I like using jelly rolls.

  • Dawn Hollingsworth
    April 3, 2018

    I used to just buy fat quarters, now I purchase all types of precuts. I think FQ’s and Charm Packs are tied for “excessive” (obsessive?) in the amounts I have.

  • shirley marvin
    April 4, 2018

    My pre-cut buys is mostly fat quarters. Do have some 2-1/2″ stripsbut mostly made them myself from remenents.

  • shirley marvin
    April 4, 2018

    My pre-cut buys is mostly fat quarters. Do have some 2-1/2″ strips but mostly made them myself from remnants.

  • Michelle Hall
    April 4, 2018

    I have mostly fat quarters and jelly rolls

  • Susan Putman
    April 4, 2018

    I primarily buy Layer Cakes, but when I finish a project, I turn left over fabrics into charms and 2 1/2″ strips, so I probably have more of those by volume.

  • Becky Canuteson
    April 4, 2018

    I purchase charms and 2 1/2″ strips. I use the strips for a scrapping binding on my quilts. They certainly save time cutting !!

  • Linda K Edwards
    April 4, 2018

    I prefer to buy fat quarters, but mostly buy jelly rolls.

  • Judy G
    April 4, 2018

    I have a stack of charm packs. I have good intentions, but keep looking for the just right pattern.

  • Linda De
    April 4, 2018

    I use mainly fat quarters and have lots. I can’t seem to find enough so I purchase a pack when ever I’m shopping. Lots of fun to think up new uses for them.

  • Lillian K
    April 4, 2018

    I mostly collect Fat Quarters, but also like charms and layer cakes

  • Barbara
    April 4, 2018

    I seem to buy charm packs and jelly rolls equally. Love the built in coordination.

  • virginia olsen
    April 4, 2018

    Love anything made with strips, 5 inchers, 10 inch layer cake and anything quick. Life is short, buy precuts!

  • Martha
    April 4, 2018

    My favorite precuts are 5″ charm squares.

  • Emily
    April 4, 2018

    Fat quarters because I can typically cut what I need!

  • Laura Geyer
    April 4, 2018

    I have 5 ” and 10 ” squares.

  • SHIRLEY Hopper
    April 4, 2018

    I love Jelly rolls. I buy them all the time. And I also buy 10 inch squares just about as often. I just LOVE fabric!

  • Bonnie
    April 4, 2018

    I usually purchase fat quarters, but I do have a few jelly rolls. This book would inspire me to branch out and try a variety of precuts. Thanks for the great giveway!

  • Kathryn Englebretsen
    April 4, 2018

    I buy fat quarters the most. i would love to win this book and learn new ways to use precuts.

  • judy
    April 4, 2018

    I have mostly fat quarters, followed by jelly rolls and charms. I even have a couple packs of mini-charms which my quilt shops hands out occasionally. Don’t have any of the others. I look at layer cakes and think I’d rather buy yardage to make my own, not that I need to buy anything more. LOL

  • Peggy S
    April 5, 2018

    I buy fat quarters but my favorite is 5″ charms. I am currently doing a table runner with them and am very interested in leaning the quilt as you go method. I love all the helps Nancy has given us in her books.

  • Joy Baetz
    April 5, 2018

    I miss Nancy so much but am very pleased that her videos continue on. There is always so much to learn and lots of projects to try. Thanks you, Joy Baetz

  • Rosalind Gutierrez
    April 6, 2018

    Charms (5″ squares) are my fav as they are so versatile.

  • Kathryn Smotryski
    April 6, 2018

    I purchase jelly rolls most, then fat quarters.

  • GIna M
    April 7, 2018

    It would depend on the project… they are ALL favorites, just some are more sized-perfectly for one project than another!

  • Susan
    April 10, 2018

    I have all sizes of pre cuts. I loved making a jelly roll quilt the best of all.

  • Sherry Laferriere
    April 12, 2018

    I love them all, but I seem to use layer cakes the most, because I like to make throw quilts.

  • Sherry Laferriere
    April 12, 2018

    I love them all, but I use layer cakes the most because I like to make throw quilts, and donate them to charity.

  • Joan Hanson
    April 17, 2018

    I love all kinds of pre-cuts but use more fat quarters than any other type.

  • joan Hanson
    April 17, 2018

    I love all types of pre cuts but use more fat quarters than anything else.

  • Dawna Kurian
    April 17, 2018

    I have several packs of 5 in. Squares I would like to make a quilt as you go quilt.

  • June
    April 17, 2018

    I love all precuts, but am partial to layer cakes. There’s so things you can do when you start with a big square!

  • Carole
    April 18, 2018

    I have all sizes in my “fabric collection”, mostly batiks.

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