How to Tie and Hand Sew a Quilt

How to Tie a Quilt

Tying a quilt is a simple method of holding the layers of your quilt together using yarn instead of traditional quilting stitches. blanket how to tie

Thread Your Needle: Thread your yarn through a yarn needle, leaving several inches of yarn hanging (do not tie a knot at the end).
Measure and Stitch: Starting near one corner, measure about every 4 inches, and insert your needle down through all layers of the quilt, then bring it back up about 1/8 inch away.
Tie the Knot: Pull the yarn through so you have equal lengths on both sides, then tie a double knot securely on top of the quilt.
Trim the Ends: Cut the yarn tails to about 12 inches long with scissors.
Repeat: Move 4 inches over and repeat the process. If your fabric has a printed grid or pattern, you can use it as a guide instead of measuring.

If you'd like to sew your quilt by hand instead of tying it, follow these simple steps using a running stitch.

Use a Strong Thread: Use quilting thread which is thicker and stronger than regular thread.
Start with a Knot: Tie a small knot at the end of your thread. Insert your needle into the top layer of the quilt and gently pull it through so the knot catches in the batting (the middle layer).
Begin Stitching: Make small running stitchesthese are simple straight stitches in a line. Keep them as even and small as possible for durability and appearance.
Choose Your Pattern: You can sew in straight lines, or follow shapes such as hearts, diamonds, circles, or any design you like.
Finish and Trim: When you're done, tie another knot, pull it through the top layer to hide it in the batting, and trim the thread close to the fabric.