My "Casing" Method | A Quilt-As-You-Go Game Changer
Jackie Loos - JunkGal63 Studio
10,359 views
In today’s video, I’m sharing a Quilt-As-You-Go game changer: my "Casing" method for joining blocks.
If you've ever struggled with bulky seams or pins poking you while joining scrap blocks, this technique is for you. This simplified method uses a "casing" approach that is flexible, beginner-friendly, and perfect for the 2026 Stars and Stripes Quilt Challenge—or any QAYG project you’re working on.
Why this method is a game-changer:
*No Pins Needed: I show you how to use washable school glue to hold everything in place.
*Scrap Friendly: Use any width of seam binding and any scrap fabric you have on hand.
I’ll walk you through each step slowly and clearly so you can sew along with confidence.
A special thank-you to April from Sew & Quilt with April Sawtelle for testing this method and offering helpful feedback that led to this revised version. Go check out her channel and say hi!
@aprilsawtelle
Download the instructions for this technique here:
https://payhip.com/b/we5vN
#SewingGameChanger #QuiltingHack #NoPins #gluebasting
00:00 Intro: My QAYG Game Changer
00:48 Inspiration & Credit
02:15 Supplies & Scrap Fabric
05:14 Making the "Casing" Strips
10:32 Step 1: Attaching the Strip
12:20 Step 2: The Glue Basting Hack (No Pins!)
16:47 Step 3: The Triple Zigzag Stitch
19:16 Using Wider Binding
20:16 Final Thoughts & Encouragement
My favorite Rotary Cutting Combo:
Famoré 45mm Rotary Blade Handle: https://tidd.ly/4oVauzE
The Fabric Hut's Rotary Cutter Blades Product Link: https://tidd.ly/42QVuu0
My Favorite Tea:
https://fullleafteacompany.com?bg_ref...
Use Code JACKIE_20 to get 20% off.
📥 All of my patterns are here:
https://payhip.com/JunkGal63
📌 Printing Instructions:
How to print my labels and patterns at home on your inkjet printer:
How to Print on Fabric at Home | Easy DIY ...
Scale Any Pattern Perfectly - Poster Print...
My favorite charity:
Foundation for Hope in Africa, Inc.: https://www.foundationforhopeinafrica...
Design your own quilts with Electric Quilt 8 (EQ8) Software!
https://tidd.ly/457R0Q5
My favorite and recommended products (My Amazon Storefront):
https://www.amazon.com/shop/jackieloo...
As an Amazon Associate, I earn from qualifying purchases.
My Amazon.com Author Page: https://www.amazon.com/Jackie-Loos/e/...
Follow me on Social Media:
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My "Casing" Method | A Quilt-As-You-Go Game Changer
Jackie Loos - JunkGal63 Studio
10,359 views
In today’s video, I’m sharing a Quilt-As-You-Go game changer: my "Casing" method for joining blocks.
If you've ever struggled with bulky seams or pins poking you while joining scrap blocks, this technique is for you. This simplified method uses a "casing" approach that is flexible, beginner-friendly, and perfect for the 2026 Stars and Stripes Quilt Challenge—or any QAYG project you’re working on.
Why this method is a game-changer:
*No Pins Needed: I show you how to use washable school glue to hold everything in place.
*Scrap Friendly: Use any width of seam binding and any scrap fabric you have on hand.
I’ll walk you through each step slowly and clearly so you can sew along with confidence.
A special thank-you to April from Sew & Quilt with April Sawtelle for testing this method and offering helpful feedback that led to this revised version. Go check out her channel and say hi!
@aprilsawtelle
Download the instructions for this technique here:
https://payhip.com/b/we5vN
#SewingGameChanger #QuiltingHack #NoPins #gluebasting
00:00 Intro: My QAYG Game Changer
00:48 Inspiration & Credit
02:15 Supplies & Scrap Fabric
05:14 Making the "Casing" Strips
10:32 Step 1: Attaching the Strip
12:20 Step 2: The Glue Basting Hack (No Pins!)
16:47 Step 3: The Triple Zigzag Stitch
19:16 Using Wider Binding
20:16 Final Thoughts & Encouragement
My favorite Rotary Cutting Combo:
Famoré 45mm Rotary Blade Handle: https://tidd.ly/4oVauzE
The Fabric Hut's Rotary Cutter Blades Product Link: https://tidd.ly/42QVuu0
My Favorite Tea:
https://fullleafteacompany.com?bg_ref...
Use Code JACKIE_20 to get 20% off.
📥 All of my patterns are here:
https://payhip.com/JunkGal63
📌 Printing Instructions:
How to print my labels and patterns at home on your inkjet printer:
How to Print on Fabric at Home | Easy DIY ...
Scale Any Pattern Perfectly - Poster Print...
My favorite charity:
Foundation for Hope in Africa, Inc.: https://www.foundationforhopeinafrica...
Design your own quilts with Electric Quilt 8 (EQ8) Software!
https://tidd.ly/457R0Q5
My favorite and recommended products (My Amazon Storefront):
https://www.amazon.com/shop/jackieloo...
As an Amazon Associate, I earn from qualifying purchases.
My Amazon.com Author Page: https://www.amazon.com/Jackie-Loos/e/...
Follow me on Social Media:
FB: Facebook: JunkGal63
Instagram: Instagram: junkgal63
I would love to work with other creators here on YouTube. For business or collaboration inquiries please email me: junkgal63@gmail.com
Be sure to comment, like & subscribe if you love Junk Flips, Primitive Style, Reclaimed Wood Projects, Scrap Fabric Sewing Projects, DIYs, cooking for two.