String quilts are one of my favorite ways to use up fabric strips and scraps – and they’re also a wonderful place to experiment with design in a low-pressure way.
There’s no 1 right way to create string blocks, and NO RULES – just IDEAS.
In this new video, I’ll share:
- The pros and cons of three common foundation options that I find helpful
- Three easy string-block variations that I enjoy making
- How small design choices – like strip width, contrast, and repetition – can dramatically change the look of a finished quilt
This is a flexible, beginner-friendly approach that works just as well for experienced quilters who enjoy playing with scraps and design.
Watch the video:
Helpful links & supplies mentioned:
→ June Tailor Perfect Piecing Foundation Paper (affiliate link)
→ Elmer’s Washable School Glue Stick – Disappearing Purple (affiliate link)
Timestamps/Chapters:
- 00:00 Intro – Why String Quilts Are So Versatile
- 00:58 Why Foundations Are So Helpful
- 01:32 Foundation #1 – Paper (Pros & Cons)
- 02:28 Foundation #2 – Fabric Foundations
- 02:48 Foundation #3 – Specialty Foundation Sheets
- 03:15 Style #1 – Mixed Width Strings & Sewing Short Bits Together
- 06:46 Style #2 – Adding a Contrasting Corner
- 08:38 Style #3 – A Unified “Lattice” Look
- 11:25 Design Takeaways and Additional Resources
I hope you have as much fun with string blocks as I do!
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