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						When I wrote these tips I assumed you were using the same fabric sizes that come with my bundles
		Crazy Rebecca's Crazy Quilt Stuff 2006

Basic directions for piecing a crazy quilt- can be used from the smallest mini
quilt to  a king size bedspread

• Arrange sewing center so you can sew and iron without getting up.
  
• Cut several of the bigger pieces of fabric in half length wise or in thirds. You will work
  out from the center with these. . Keep some larger pieces for the corners.
  
• Place a smallish piece in the middle of the foundation square right side up.
  
• Lay next piece along edge of center piece right sides together. Sew, starting and
  ending where the bottom piece does.
  
• Flip back and press. THIS IS IMPORTANT….Press well after every seam!
  
• Trim ends even with sides of first piece to create straight lines to sew your next strip
  to. Use pieces you trim off for the centers of other squares.
  
• Continue around block alternating lights and darks. You will use larger pieces for the
  corners.
  
• Keep difficult fabrics like velvets and sweater knits towards the center as they are
  harder to deal with on the edges.
  
• Feather stitch (or other fancy stitch) over seams if desired. I use my machine but do
  whatever is best for you. Keep buttons and beads at least ½” away from edges.
  
• Trim all blocks to the same size using rotary cutter and ruler.
  
• Make sure you keep your lights and darks flowing when you put your blocks    
  together. Use a design wall if possible or at least lay them out to see if you have  too
  many of the same colors bunched up together.
  
• After sewing blocks together press seams open and don’t forget to do your fancy
  stitching on the seam lines.
  
• Square up the quilt top. It’s a crazy quilt- You won’t mess it up if you have to trim the
  corners to get it squared.
  
• Add borders of your choice at this point.
  
• Piece back larger than top. Layer with batting if desired, baste and tie or quilt
  Traditional Crazy Quilts were tied without backing.
  
• Add binding and enjoy your quilt. Go show it to everyone you know!!!
  

Choosing fabrics

• I use mainly silks, satins, velvets, rayon, fancy cottons and lame's in my quilts,
  However I have been known to use stretchy materials like sweater knits, terry cloth,
  and others. You need to be careful with these and make sure they are used near the
  middle of the block to help stabilize them.
  
• If you use fabrics from recycled garmets you will have less worry about bleeding. Test
  dark colors to see if they bleed with a drop of water and a white hanky. Of course I
  think thaat crazy quilts should be kept away from water if possible so Dry Cleaning is
  advised.
  
• Keep a good color scheme in mind.  Use a color wheel to help you choose shades.I
  like dark colors but pastels and the ecru/white/cream thing are gorgeous. I am
  available to help you choose colors and fabrics for a small fee... email me for more
  information on this rebecca@crazyrebeccas.com
  

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