Outline Quilting
Outline Quilting, is a single row of quilting stitches that outline a pieced or appliqued shape, or another quilted design. Outline quilting can be done by hand or machine. This row of stitching around a shape will emphasize the shape. On piecework, the shape can be outlined inside or outside the shape. Outlining a quilted shape such as a feather will push down the batting around the shape and emphasize the shape.
Benefits of Outline Quilting
Outline Quilting emphasizes shapes on your quilt. It compresses the quilt top, batting and backing together. It's a simple method that can be done by hand, or by machine. On the machine it can be done both freehand and with a walking foot. Outline quilting is a great place to start quilting on your quilt top.
Tools and Supplies for Outline Quilting
You'll need the following to do Outline Quilting:
- Hand quilting needles and thread
- Machine quilting needles and thread
- Machine quilting feet
- Marking tools
What I Wish I Knew When I Started Outline Quilting
When OUTLINE QUILTING by machine you can use your machine feet as a guide to keep your outline stitching consistent around shapes.
