How to Knot a Quilt
Knotting (or tying) a quilt is an alternative way to hold the 3 pieces--quilt top, binding and quilt back--together. Knotting a quilt is, by far, the easiest method to complete a quilt. The knot can be made on either side of the quilt; it is merely a preference in design. A quilt in which a thick batting has been used is especially attractive with this process because it will give the quilt an overstuffed, fluffy appearance.
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Instructions
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Decide on the thread you will use to knot your quilt. Embroidery thread, yarn or buttons are common choices for tying. Buttons can be used on 1 side of the quilt, or both.
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Secure the 3 layers of the quilt, as you would if you were going to hand or machine quilt, by basting or using large safety pins, all over the quilt.
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Mark the quilt top or back with a small pencil mark at each spot to be knotted. The ties should be close together, but there is no rule regarding the distance. They should also be evenly spaced. The easiest way to accomplish this is to choose the same locations on your quilt front design. For instance, if you have 6-inch blocks, you could knot the quilt at every corner between blocks.
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Cut your ties all the same length, before you start knotting. Thread our needle. You may need to acquire a needle with a large eye if you are using a thicker thread. Push your needle through the 3 layers of the quilt and then pull it back up a short distance away, so that you have the 2 ends of your thread on 1 side. Even up the length of both sides of the thread. Tie a square knot (see link in Resources). You may trim the ties when you are finished with them all, if desired. If you are using buttons, just sew them on as you would onto a garment.
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