Introducing: “Learn to Quilt with AccuQuilt” Educational Series

Are you a beginner quilter looking to create your very first quilt? We’re thrilled to introduce our latest 6-part mini-series, "Make Your First Quilt with AccuQuilt and Chris Marchini." This series is designed with brand-new AccuQuilt users in mind, focusing on the GO! Me Fabric Cutter, our entry-level fabric cutter that makes quilting easier and more enjoyable from the start.

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Meet Your Guide: Chris Marchini

Chris Marchini, the creative behind Rose City Originals, is here to guide you through the quilting process. With his expertise and AccuQuilt’s GO! Me Fabric Cutter, you’ll learn how to create your first quilt step-by-step. Chris’s approachable teaching style ensures that even those new to sewing can successfully complete a beautiful quilt.

Essential Tools for Your First Quilt

Throughout the "Make Your First Quilt with AccuQuilt and Chris Marchini" mini-series, you'll see Chris using a selection of must-have tools that make quilting easier and more accurate. The GO! Me Fabric Cutter Starter Set is the star of the show, offering precise and effortless cutting for beginners. To bring your quilt to life, Chris also uses the GO! Qube Mix & Match 8” Block for versatile block designs and the GO! Strip Cutter 2 ½” (2” Finished) to create perfect strips with ease. A GO! Cutting Mat 6” x 24” ensures smooth, clean cuts every time, and the Oliso M3Pro Project Iron provides the perfect finishing touch by pressing seams and blocks with precision. These tools are designed to simplify the quilting process, making it accessible for everyone.

Episode 1: Cutting Your GO! Fundamentals Quilt with the AccuQuilt GO! Me

In the first episode, Chris introduces you to the GO! Fundamentals Quilt Pattern—a perfect starting point for new quilters. He’ll walk you through essential techniques like prepping your fabric, cutting with the grain and fan-folding to minimize waste. By the end of this episode, you’ll have all the shapes you need cut out and ready to piece together.

Episode 2: Start Sewing Your Quilt

With your pieces cut and ready, it’s time to bring your quilt to life! In Episode 2, Chris guides you through the process of sewing together the pieces you cut in Episode 1 using the GO! Me and GO! Qube Mix & Match 8” Block. To ensure precise piecing, Chris recommends using a ¼” or patchwork foot on your sewing machine. As you sew, you’ll also learn how to press your seams like a pro with the Oliso M3Pro Project Iron, setting the foundation for a beautifully finished quilt.

Episode 3: Assemble Your Rows for Your Quilt

Now that your blocks are pieced, it’s time to start assembling your quilt top! In Episode 3, Chris shows you how to use the 2 ½” GO! Strip Cutter with your GO! Me to cut perfect sashing strips. These strips will be used to connect your blocks and create the structure of your quilt. Chris will walk you through the process of sub-cutting your strips down to the smaller pieces needed for your rows, helping you layout and assemble your quilt top with ease and precision.

Episode 4: Basting Your Quilt

With your quilt top assembled, it’s time to prepare it for quilting by making a quilt sandwich! In Episode 4, Chris demonstrates three different basting methods to secure your quilt layers together. Whether you’re new to basting or looking to improve your technique, Chris’s tips will help you create a smooth and secure quilt sandwich, setting the stage for the final steps of your quilting journey.

Episode 5: Quilting Your Quilt

It's time to quilt! In Episode 5, Chris guides you through the quilting process using a walking foot, emphasizing the importance of letting your sewing machine do the work. He shares essential tips like adjusting your stitch length and avoiding the temptation to push or pull your quilt through the machine. By the end of this episode, you’ll have a beautifully quilted and trimmed project, ready for the final step: binding!

Episode 6: Cutting Binding for Your GO! Fundamentals Quilt

In the final episode, it’s all about the finishing touches! Chris brings out the 2 ½” GO! Strip Cutter once again to create the perfect binding for your quilt. He’ll guide you through cutting the strips and using the half square triangle die to pre-miter your seams, making the binding process smoother and more precise. By the end of this episode, you’ll have a beautifully bound quilt, ready to be cherished.

Why Choose the GO! Me Fabric Cutter?

The GO! Me Fabric Cutter is perfect for beginners, offering precision and ease with every cut. It’s compact, portable and designed to make fabric cutting faster and more accurate allowing you to focus on the fun parts of quilting. With the GO! Me, you’ll quickly see how easy it is to bring your creative visions to life.

What’s Next?

As you follow along with Chris, you’ll build confidence in your quilting skills, learning everything from fabric selection to piecing and quilting your first project. Each episode in this series builds on the last, ensuring that by the end, you’ll have a beautiful quilt to show off.

Watch the Series Now!

Ready to dive in? Watch the first episode of "Make Your First Quilt with AccuQuilt and Chris Marchini" on YouTube, and don’t forget to subscribe to our channel for more tips, tutorials, and inspiration.

Whether you’re creating a quilt for yourself or as a gift, this series will help you make something truly special with ease and confidence. Happy Quilting!