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Wonky Wednesday Episode Two - Manx Quilting - Making blocks

k3n clothtales

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The second video in my new Wonky Wednesday where I explore log cabins and related projects. This week is making Manx quilt blocks which fascinate me as all the measurements come from the maker's own hand. Next week I will show how to join the blocks together for a finished cushion cover.

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20 Comments

@jeanwhiley6571 2 years ago

I never moved throughout this video, so interesting and who would have thought a quilt block could look so accurate without one “modern tool” being used. Every video i watch of yours I learn so much, thank you, thank you

@jcr_jcr 3 months ago

I know your video is two years ago but I have loved the great tutorial on Manx quilting. Thank you.

@yvonnestreeter2820 8 months ago

I've been trying to find good instructions for the Manx quilt, and yours is perfect. And then I find out you're a Last Homely House fan, too. Funny how I like all of you quiet video people.

@damienk5011 2 years ago

Hiya K3n and all here😊from the "isle of cats without tails"_ l was told the story of how they lost their tails by a family friend who came from there,whilst making a knee rug from these squares from re purposed material and sewing with threads taken from fraying the fabric! I still have 3 bone needles carved from whale bone- lovely feel when sewing with them😊❤ Happy stitching to everybody. Julia (J.I.M.KMrs Brisbane, Australia 🇦🇺 ❤ 😀🪃)

@SusanMJB45 2 years ago

I am absolutely loving the world wide textile journey that you are guiding us through...... in this series and the Monday Slow Stitch series and in the various pouches and pin cushions and everything else that you have introduced me to. And I love the historical context and authentic techniques. It is ALL fabulous. Thank you so much for sharing your knowledge, skill and wonderful story telling with all of us.

@kathyffarney-keck8593 2 years ago

I love knowing the history of a thing, but everything about this is brilliant.

@kimalexander112 3 months ago

I watched this video last Winter here in the United States and have actually started a small quilt. I have already done around 20 blocks. I decided to pull the video back up today because one of the things that I remembered was that your voice was so soothing. I am sitting here working on sewing scrap fabric together and decided I needed to hear that soothing voice again. There are few people whom I could listen to for hours, but I could sit and hand sew with you for hours at a time just visiting and learning the history of your area. Thank you so very much for the tutorials, but also for being such a beautiful person.

@CarolynHeldon-fl3to 2 years ago

This is such a relaxing way of making this block. Definitely adding it to my list of projects. I also was laughing hysterically at Kate and John. I’ve been watching Kate’s channel for years. I always watch your videos, Kate’s and Marion’s every time. I learn so much.

@jpendot 2 years ago

What a surprise! Our “original tools” can not be replaced, LOL. The block is perfectly organic and quite beautiful!

@kimalexander112 11 months ago

Absolutely no idiots here! First time seeing this type of quilting and I absolutely love this. Winter is coming up and this would be wonderful to do on the cold winter days! Thank you so much for explaining this in such an easy way. You are a fantastic teacher!!

@yvonnewilliams7147 2 years ago

HOLY MACKEREL this is the BEST!!! Infinite thank yous 🙏🏼🙏🏼🙏🏼🙏🏼🙏🏼🙏🏼🙏🏼🙏🏼

@Quilty-J 1 year ago (edited)

I grew up in West Cumbria (Cumberland at the time) and I could see the Isle of Man from my bedroom window on a clear day.
My parents had their honeymoon on the Isle of Man. I visited the island in my teens.

@kelleysecrest5245 2 years ago

You are a very good teacher who has the gift of instilling confidence with all techniques. Another great tutorial today! Thanks!

@dailydoseofpaper 2 years ago

Another wonderful piece! Can you fall in love with an art form? I swear i felt butterflies seeing this…, thank you so much Kathryn!🍀💖

@sandramyer7081 2 years ago

I was loving this “old” history how our ancestors made these quilts and pillow- and pro more; I truly love how we did this was bare tools and our hands- fascinating!!and helpful- and I love to learn more- with our hands!Thank you, Kathryn! My enjoyment with a new surprise! Sandi Myer, originally from Philadelphia and my family was in New York State and lots from New England. . So I’ll learn more- Thank you!

@gayeelder8255 1 year ago

Oh my goodness! This is fantastic. I love the history and the technique, and the comments section is both delightful and inspirational.

@brendafalk5162 2 years ago

How utterly fascinating to know the origins of this block. And the rather primitive techniques, which make it so special. Thank you for sharing.

@Pembroke61 1 year ago

You’re the first video showing how to place the backside needle below the 1/4” stitch when starting the next strip. So many are confused about 1/4” so bravo!