October 11, 2003

Basic Equipment

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Table of Contents

Introduction:

     Making a quilt can not only be utilitarian, it can also be fun and relaxing!  And having the proper tools to get started makes quilting much easier.  

Basic Equipment:

     This list of basic equipment is centered around rotary cutting and may not be all-inclusive for your needs, however this is an excellent "starter" kit for quilting.  

  • Pencils and marking tools,

  • Two pairs of scissors; one for cutting fabric and one for cutting paper (and never mix the two!),

  • Iron,

  • Ironing board,

  • Sewing machine,

  • Needles, both for hand-sewing and quilting,

  • 18" x 24" rotary mat marked with a 1" grid,

  • 6" x 24" acrylic ruler that is marked in 1/4" increments and includes 30°, 45°, and 60° angles,

  • A 45 millimeter (mm) rotary cutter.  Note:  Be very careful when using this cutter.  It is extremely sharp and can easily slice off the tip of a finger!  And always, always, close the cutter as soon as you finish using it and never leave it laying out around small children.

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