Nancy Zieman demonstrates how to make Dresden Plate quilt designs small, to a super-sized 40." Another option is to totally update the look of the quilt by changing the design using Nancy’s new “Twirling Parasols” techniques. You’ll be delighted with this fanciful quilting rendition.
►►► Key Points in this VIDEO Tutorial (Sew Grand Dresden Quilts) ◄◄◄
① Nancy Zieman shows how to expand on the traditional Dresden design to create blocks with streamlined sewing using the Dresden Plate and Fan Trace 'n Create Template collection.
② Discover how quick and easy Dresden appliques can be to make without piecing curved seams or needle turning.
③ Plus, find out how easy it is to make six sizes of blocks from traditional to super-sized in approximately the same amount of time—make as small as 12" to as big as 40" block sizes.
④ Start by reviewing the traditional layout of the Dresden Plate block, then move on to streamline construction and creative design options.
⑤ Grand Sized Classic Dresden Quilt:
→ Learn the basics of tracing and cutting the wedge shapes with ease.
→ See the streamlined stitching process of the wedge pieces to create the fan/plate Dresden.
→ Nancy shows you her simplified technique for applying applique to a quilt top.
→ See how to complete the center circle showing you what the block looks like with different sized centers.
⑥ Large Patchwork Dresden Tree Skirt:
→ Nancy demonstrates the efficient tracing, cutting, and assembly process for the tree skirt top.
→ Learn how to complete the tree skirt with a simple backing and ties.
⑦ Twirling Parasols quilt is a modern twist on the traditional Dresden block.
→ See how to determine the size of the parasols appliques.
→ Find fundamentals for cutting fabric and wedges.
→ Nancy review's her easy applique technique for adding appliques to the quilt top.
⑧ Nancy's Corner Segment features Leslee Nelson, Memory Cloth.
→ She uses the process of hand embroidery to help people heal from devastating life experiences.
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►►Information on "Sew Grand Dresden Quilts" Book◄◄
① Discover how to easily and accurately create a variety of large-size traditional and contemporary Dresden applique quilt designs.
② Learn how to use templates to cut the wedges and center circles in the Sew Grand Dresden Quilts Book.
③ Discover techniques for efficient assembling and creative finishing options.
④ Three project ideas included with step-by-step instructions plus full-color photos and illustrations:
→ Blue/Purple Lap Quilt, approximately 56-1/2" x 56-1/2".
→ Dresden Christmas Tree Skirt/Table Topper, approximately 39" diameter.
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Sewing with Nancy Full Episode Season 27, Episode 20
Sewing with Nancy S27, E20