Transform a Plain Log Cabin Quilt into A Stunning Scrappy Heirloom!
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Are you ready to transform your plain/ordinary, traditional log cabin into a stunning masterpiece?
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Get ready to be inspired by this incredible scrappy log cabin quilting idea you’ll love to make again and again! This tutorial will show you step-by-step exactly how to make your own stunning log cabin quilt from your scrap pile! You’ll be amazed by this creative log cabin technique.
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@diannplatt-roberts8692 4 ай бұрын
I don't think in all my years of quilting that I have ever done an on point. You have explained this so well. Thank you.
@InspiredQuiltingbyLeaLouise 4 ай бұрын
You need to give it a try, Diann! You'll love the results! Sure appreciate you following along! Happy Quilting, Lea Louise
@debbietrent3857 3 ай бұрын
Totally agree that it does matter to pay attention to direction of directional fabrics! I was watching another very experienced lady doing her tutorial and she used a definite directional fabric and didn’t pay attention to the directions the pieces were going when she sewed it! It was driving me crazy!!! If I could have reached through that video….😱😱😱😱!
@InspiredQuiltingbyLeaLouise 3 ай бұрын
Totally understand, Debbie! It becomes very distracting in the finished quilt. Thanks so much for watching! Happy Quilting, Lea Louise
@RhianNewton1 2 ай бұрын
I love your on point quilts. I have done many of them since you showed how to do them. You are a great teacher
@InspiredQuiltingbyLeaLouise Ай бұрын
So AWESOME to hear, Rhian! The look of an on-point quilt is amazing. Once you understand how it's done, it really is quite easy. Thanks so much for watching! Be sure to check back for more quilting inspiration! Happy Quilting, Lea Louise
@maureentaphouse5206 4 ай бұрын
I have to say that this is the best explanation of what a on-point quilt is and how to make it any size you want. I particularly like the visual explanation of how to cut the setting triangles and yes I totally agree with cutting them bigger so you can trim down the excess if needs be. In fact that aspect of "tidying up " the sides before quilting is the only thing missing from the video. Thank you for such clear instructions . I shall save this to remind me of the steps when I get round to it on my to do list. Thank you.
@InspiredQuiltingbyLeaLouise 4 ай бұрын
Thanks so much, Maureen! Funny you mention trimming the sides. With the larger side triangles, I had more fabric around the edges. At the time I couldn't decide if I wanted to trim to the points or add a bit more fabric. I'll actually be finishing this in the next few weeks and will be sure to show it. Sure appreciate you following along! Happy Quilting, Lea Louise
@lisawaterman2737 3 ай бұрын
❤ I love the colors, the pattern and the instructions are spot on! Beautiful!!
@InspiredQuiltingbyLeaLouise 3 ай бұрын
Thanks so much, Lisa! This is a beauty and such fun to make. Thanks for watching! Happy Quilting, Lea Louise
@maryannecadd796 4 ай бұрын
You had me at "Log Cabin" and "Stunning"! I'm in love with the way you join your strips on the diagonal because it adds a bit more interest. But I especially enjoyed the great tips for making the on-point which admittedly I haven't done. Thanks for another great tutorial. 🥰
@InspiredQuiltingbyLeaLouise 4 ай бұрын
Glad you enjoyed my tutorial, Maryanne! It's a fun one and the on point makes a fantastic finish. This is an easy way to put your quilt on point, so be sure to give it a try! Happy Quilting, Lea Louise
@cinziabeley7059 4 ай бұрын
Loved the practical explanation of why the strip should be on top.
@InspiredQuiltingbyLeaLouise 4 ай бұрын
Glad you enjoyed my video! It's an easy technique that can save time trimming or re-piecing later. This is also a great way to add borders. Thanks so much for watching! Happy Quilting, Lea Louise
@lynnsmith4017 4 ай бұрын
I'm pausing midway to say I love the narrower accent strip and the method of two rulers in the centre unit. Great ideas!
@InspiredQuiltingbyLeaLouise 4 ай бұрын
Thanks so much, Lynn! In addition to adding a bit more color, accent fabrics really make a quilt more vibrant. Using double rulers provide more accuracy when you really need it, as in these blocks. It also saves time trying to line up the center of the block with the grid. Glad you enjoy my tutorial! Thanks for watching! Happy Quilting, Lea Louise
@lisar626 4 ай бұрын
Wowee wow wow! Love the look of this quilt! Thanks so much for sharing your time and talents ! You are very clear with the instructions!
@InspiredQuiltingbyLeaLouise 4 ай бұрын
Thank you, Lisa! You too, I appreciate you taking the time to watch! This one is a beauty and such fun to make with all those fabrics! Glad to have you following along! Happy Quilting, Lea Louise
@guesswhonancy9028 4 ай бұрын
Thank you for all the tips and the pattern ❤
@InspiredQuiltingbyLeaLouise 4 ай бұрын
You are so welcome! I hope you get to give it a try. Thanks for watching! Happy Quilting, Lea Louise
@ru4repeattoo 4 ай бұрын
18:28 -- Great instructions on how to cut your directional fabric for the setting triangles! 🤩
@InspiredQuiltingbyLeaLouise 4 ай бұрын
Glad it was helpful! There are always multiple ways to choose from and this is what works best for me. Thanks so much for watching! Happy Quilting, Lea Louise
@Elohimfollower 4 ай бұрын
Very very good explanation! You are a very intelligent person, and explain very very well! Thank you!
@InspiredQuiltingbyLeaLouise 4 ай бұрын
Glad it was helpful! Thanks so much for watching! Happy Quilting, Lea Louise
@shelleyopland4041 4 ай бұрын
Very clear instructions for first timers and a pretty quilt finish.
@InspiredQuiltingbyLeaLouise 4 ай бұрын
Glad you enjoyed this tutorial, Shelley! This is a favorite of mine b/c it's such an easy log cabin. Thanks so much for watching! Happy Quilting, Lea Louise
@kathyheathcock9662 4 ай бұрын
Thank you for your incredible teaching methods. I'll be watching for the finished pattern.
@InspiredQuiltingbyLeaLouise 4 ай бұрын
The pattern is getting close to finished, Kathy! Thanks for the encouragement! Sure appreciate you following along. Happy Quilting, Lea Louise
@jilbertb 4 ай бұрын
So bright and pretty! What quick way to get blocks!! I avoid wavy strips and borders by cutting LOF. Try it!!!
@InspiredQuiltingbyLeaLouise 4 ай бұрын
That's also a great way to get nice, even strips, Jil. My quilts usually start with FQ's so I tend to go by WOF. I'll have to try cutting the other way and see how it turns out. Thanks so much for you comment! Happy Quilting, Lea Louise
@deboramiller9395 4 ай бұрын
Thank you. I love this pattern. Thank you for the instructions on setting triangles. Another fantastic quilt idea!🥰
@InspiredQuiltingbyLeaLouise 4 ай бұрын
Glad it was helpful, Debora! This is a favorite pattern of mine and I always enjoy the results. Thanks so much for watching! Happy Quilting, Lea Louise
@virginiareitz7949 4 ай бұрын
I used to have a chart showing sizes of side setting triangles depending on other block size. This was very informative way to figure it all out. Thank you.
@InspiredQuiltingbyLeaLouise 4 ай бұрын
This method works well though you may have a bit more waste when trimming, Virginia. It's an easy method for me and is a much simpler process. Thanks so much for watching! Happy Quilting, Lea Louise
@patriciasistler5035 4 ай бұрын
Very valuable information and tips. Thank you so much!
@InspiredQuiltingbyLeaLouise 4 ай бұрын
Glad it was helpful, Patricia! Thanks so much for watching! Happy Quilting, Lea Louise
@tammywright504 4 ай бұрын
You are so detailed on your direction I love it so happy I found your channel
@InspiredQuiltingbyLeaLouise 4 ай бұрын
Welcome, Tammy! It's fun to share my quilting and sometimes those small details can make a difference. I'm glad you're enjoying my tutorials, thanks so much for watching! Happy Quilting, Lea Louise
@Sewwithdebee 4 ай бұрын
I just finished piecing an on point quilt last week, you explained perfectly how to make the triangles for sides and corners.
@InspiredQuiltingbyLeaLouise 4 ай бұрын
Congrats, DeBee! On point layouts sound intimidating but can be very simple to do. My 'cheater' method works for me and eliminates any fretting about the math! Sure appreciate you following along! Happy Quilting, Lea Louise
@dianehuntley2493 4 ай бұрын
Very pretty! You have broken it down to actually seem doable 😊
@InspiredQuiltingbyLeaLouise 4 ай бұрын
It absolutely is doable, Diane! It may not be the fastest quilt you make, bit it is a gorgeous one! This is my third and I love them all. Thanks so much for watching! Happy Quilting, Lea Louise
@jannettleton1850 4 ай бұрын
Love this quilt, it's beautiful!!! You could get your little hearts on your corner triangles to all go in the same direction by cutting the diagonal lines in a single layer, in opposite directions. In other words, lay the squares side by side and cut the diagonals to make a V shape.
@InspiredQuiltingbyLeaLouise 4 ай бұрын
Thanks for the tip, Jan! Great explanation as I can absolutely 'see' the V-shape and it makes sense! Thanks so much for your comment! Happy Quilting, Lea Louise
@gailparker8745 4 ай бұрын
I love your colour sense
@InspiredQuiltingbyLeaLouise 4 ай бұрын
Thanks so much, Gail! Color is my favorite aspect of quilting! Using lots of fabrics is such a great way to add interest to quilts. Glad you enjoyed watching! Happy Quilting, Lea Louise
@charsie3098 4 ай бұрын
Lea Louise I loved your instructions. I am visual and you helped me see the ;measuring needed. I don't have enough scraps to make this but when I can I am. Thanks so much
@InspiredQuiltingbyLeaLouise 4 ай бұрын
Just what I love to hear, Char! Even though you may not be able to make a large quilt now, try something smaller. I like to make small 24" size quilts to put over my desk and sewing chair seats. Keeps them cleaner and much prettier. Thanks so much for watching! Happy Quilting, Lea Louise
@charsie3098 4 ай бұрын
@@InspiredQuiltingbyLeaLouise What a great idea. I have hospice quilts to do first but when finished I shall try your pattern...🥰
@phylliscooper1239 4 ай бұрын
beautiful. cant wait for you to show how to quilt this beauty❤😊
@InspiredQuiltingbyLeaLouise 4 ай бұрын
Me too, Phyllis!! Not quite sure how I'll quilt it yet. Need to give it a bit more thought. Thanks so much for watching! Happy Quilting, Lea Louise
@FrancesSmeby 4 ай бұрын
Love it. Gives me good ideas for some square log cabins.
@InspiredQuiltingbyLeaLouise 4 ай бұрын
Go for it, Frances! Log cabin blocks can be incredibly creative when using lots of color! Have fun making your next one. Thanks so much for watching! Happy Quilting, Lea Louise
@RhianNewton1 2 ай бұрын
If you had cut one corner right to left and the other two corners in the other direction you will have corners that fit directionally correct.
@InspiredQuiltingbyLeaLouise Ай бұрын
Yes, you're absolutely right, Rhian! That's the perfect solution. Thanks so much for you comment. Happy Quilting, Lea Louise
@pamboone6921 4 ай бұрын
Hi Lea Louise, Oh my, what a beautiful quilt! Job very well done, I love it ❤
@InspiredQuiltingbyLeaLouise 4 ай бұрын
Thank you, Pam! 😊 This is definitely a favorite of mine. So glad you enjoyed watching! Happy Quilting, Lea Louise
@sueoferrell7673 4 ай бұрын
The dark strips give it a 3D look 😊
@InspiredQuiltingbyLeaLouise 4 ай бұрын
It really does add a bit more dimension, Sue! Those narrow strips worked out great for this quilt. Thanks so much for watching! Happy Quilting, Lea Louise
@ozarkladyscreativemoods 4 ай бұрын
Beautiful and I am now armed and ready to try the onpoint quilt! Louise you explained that great. I too have never tried one and with all the scraps I have I am going to go for it! Thank you so much!
@InspiredQuiltingbyLeaLouise 4 ай бұрын
That's wonderful! You can do it! It gets easier once you realize you're really putting all your blocks into long strips like any other quilt. The difference is that there is a triangle on the end of each row. You'll love the finish. Thanks so much for watching! Happy Quilting, Lea Louise
@ozarkladyscreativemoods 4 ай бұрын
@@InspiredQuiltingbyLeaLouise Thanks for your reply and forgive me for not getting your name all in there. sometimes my brain doesn't do all I want it to do like putting a capital on that s in sometimes! LOL I hope that it lets me do this quilt for sure! Mary
@Amal2365 4 ай бұрын
Beautiful quilt. Thank you so much for all the information , it was helpful. Thank you for sharing 😊
@InspiredQuiltingbyLeaLouise 4 ай бұрын
You are so welcome! Sure appreciate you watching! Happy Quilting, Lea Louise
@susanalopez3277 4 ай бұрын
Great tip for cutting the edges block. Thank U
@InspiredQuiltingbyLeaLouise 4 ай бұрын
Glad it was helpful, Susan! This is definitely an easy way to cut the side triangles. Thanks so much for watching! Happy Quilting, Lea Louise
@user-tr6jq5jj6w 4 ай бұрын
I too have made several diagonal set quilts, the last 2 from patterns that simply cut a block in half. What a BAD way to do that- every inch of the outside edge is on the bias, even both sides of the corner! This makes so much more sense, to have straight of grain edges throughout. BTW, having that longer hypotenuse edge allows the blocks to ‘float’ out, preserving your points before adding a border or just a binding. Having that extra 1/2” allowance makes all the difference. Thx, LL.
@InspiredQuiltingbyLeaLouise 4 ай бұрын
Yay, so glad you picked up on all those points! This is a super easy way to design an on point quilt. Thanks so much for your comment! Happy Quilting, Lea Louise
@marywise2014 4 ай бұрын
❤thank you! Always great tips and tricks. Love your channel. Always informative.❤
@InspiredQuiltingbyLeaLouise 4 ай бұрын
You are so welcome, Mary! Glad you picked up a few tips! Thanks for watching. Happy Quilting, Lea Louise
@sueidell1308 4 ай бұрын
I just found your channel and love how you explain things. I also cut a little bigger for fudge factor, I would rather trim than run short. Your quilt is stunning!
@InspiredQuiltingbyLeaLouise 4 ай бұрын
Awesome! Thank you, Sue! It's wonderful to have you following along. Happy Quilting, Lea Louise
@user-tb9rz1eq9y 4 ай бұрын
Lovely 😊
@InspiredQuiltingbyLeaLouise 4 ай бұрын
Thank you for watching! 😊 Happy Quilting, Lea Louise
@user-uo9mv9vs3z 4 ай бұрын
Oh how I love these color combination!! Pinks, corals, purple burgandy and a touch of blue/green. Do I spy the fabric line called Happiness Blooms by Deb Strain? I bought 3 prints from that line just last week. Your video was very informative and well explained, especially the setting triangles and corners.
@InspiredQuiltingbyLeaLouise 4 ай бұрын
So many different collections are included, but not sure those fabrics are in here. This colorway has such a vibrant look - I love it. Thanks so much for watching! Happy Quilting, Lea Louise
@ritaconley9544 4 ай бұрын
What fabrics did you purchase? I love this color way. Is it regular quilt fabric or batik’s?
@InspiredQuiltingbyLeaLouise 4 ай бұрын
These fabrics are all leftover from other quilts plus some scraps on hand, Rita! There are both regular quilt fabrics and batiks mixed together and I think it works very well. Thanks so much for watching! Happy Quilting, Lea Louise
@lilys4960 4 ай бұрын
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@InspiredQuiltingbyLeaLouise 4 ай бұрын
🤗 Happy Quilting Lily, Lea Louise