Find out how to make a beginner friendly clamshell patchwork cushion, then level up your skills and use them to make a whole clamshell quilt. Discover beautiful Clamshell Quilt Patterns! Explore our roundup of unique designs and find inspiration for your next quilting project. Quilt Size: 59" x 67" Time: 10 Minutes Jenny Doan of Missouri Star demonstrates how to make a quick and easy clamshell quilt using 5 inch squares of precut fabric (charm packs) and the Missouri Star Drunkard's Path Circle Template Set.
The fabric used in this project is "Kaleidoscope" Floral Batiks 5 Karat Jewels by Wilmington Batiks. So, I took it out! I made my own quilt-as-you-go pattern that still makes the classic clamshell quilt. For those of you who don't know me, my name is Laura Coia, and I am the founder and host of the YouTube channel, Sew Very Easy.
I love teaching tips and techniques to make sewing and quilting easy and fun for everyone. These quilt fabrics like layer cakes, charm packs, and jelly rolls make textile patchwork as easy as pie! Plus, we offer quilt patterns and quilting supplies along with gorgeous quilt material to. Clam Shell Feather Edge-to-Edge is a quick stitching clam shell.
Big, beautiful, full feathers and graceful swirls fuse into an instant classic. Use it as an edge-to-edge on almost any quilt or add an eye-catching feature with just a single strategically placed row (see photos below). We love it, and we hope you will to! For clamshell quilt templates, you can prepare your own or use a ready made free clamshell quilt template.
I printed out the template reducing its size 50% so it becomes 2". A clamshell quilt can be difficult to sew, especially on the curved part. I have found this method by SewVeryEasy that is so much easier and quicker! You will definitely enjoy making this quilt from now on.
Watch the video below for detailed instructions. Materials: 5″ charm packs stabilizer (print pdf here) wash-away applique sheets (print pattern to nonstick part) batting backing fabric. Whether you're a seasoned quilter or just dipping your toes into the world of foundation paper piecing, this pattern provides clear instructions and numbered sections for easy assembly.
So why wait? Dive into your next quilting adventure with the Clamshell Quilt Pattern and bring a touch of seaside serenity to your home. I'm making my clamshell throw quilt with a quilt-as-you-go (QAYG) technique. When I machine applique my clamshells row by row, I'll also be stitching through batting and backing, quilting as I go.
It's a great way to save time and to work with small clams without going crazy. Le.