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Try reaching out for volunteers and explain your plan to make mug rugs or plan a bigger project and see if they\u2019d like to stay involved. Make sure to give them all the information they\u2019ll need and check in with their access needs too. You could invite them to join through a video call if joining you face-to-face isn\u2019t possible or practical.\u00A0\u003C/span\u003E\u003C/li\u003E\n\u003C/ul\u003E","gtmId":"","gtmClass":""}]}],"config":null},{"type":"singleColumn","areas":[{"items":[{"gridType":"RichTextBlock","content":"\u003Ch3\u003EIntroduce the idea\u003C/h3\u003E\n\u003Col\u003E\n\u003Cli\u003E\u003Cspan\u003EThe person leading the activity should show everyone the example quilt (or photo). They should explain that patchwork quilts use small pieces of fabric sewn together to make the design. This was originally a way to make full use of leftover scraps. \u003Cbr\u003E\u003C/span\u003E\u003C/li\u003E\n\u003Cli\u003E\u003Cspan\u003EExplain that making mug rugs will give everyone an idea of the skills they need to make a difference with a quilt (or more) for a cause.\u003C/span\u003E\u003C/li\u003E\n\u003C/ol\u003E\n\u003Ch3\u003EMake mug rugs\u003C/h3\u003E\n\u003Cp\u003E\u003Cem\u003EThis small project\u0027s a quick way to learn about piecing and sewing material together. If you\u2019re not a confident sewer, ask an experienced quilter for help or check out video tutorials on YouTube. \u003C/em\u003E\u003C/p\u003E\n\u003Col\u003E\n\u003Cli\u003E\u003Cspan\u003EGather some material. Secondhand fabric is great, as it helps to reduce waste. You can use pretty much anything from old clothes to towels, blankets and bedding. Just make sure it\u2019s been properly washed before you get stuck in. \u003Cbr\u003E\u003C/span\u003E\u003C/li\u003E\n\u003Cli\u003E\u003Cspan\u003EIf you can get hold of them, an adult volunteer should demonstrate how to use a rotary cutter, ruler and cutting mat to cut fabric into strips or patches. \u003Cbr\u003E\u003C/span\u003E\u003C/li\u003E\n\u003Cli\u003E\u003Cspan\u003ECut the fabric into equal strips about 5 centimetres wide by 20 centimetres long. \u003C/span\u003E\u003C/li\u003E\n\u003Cli\u003E\u003Cspan\u003EAn adult volunteer may want to do them all using the rotary cutter, rule and cutting mat. Alternatively, everyone could carefully cut the fabric with scissors that are suitable for fabric. However, s\u003C/span\u003Eave some bigger pieces to use as the base fabric for the quilt used later on in this activity.\u00A0\u003C/li\u003E\n\u003Cli\u003E\u003Cspan\u003EEveryone\u00A0should lay out between 8 and 10 strips, putting different colours, patterns, or materials next to each other. \u003C/span\u003E\u003C/li\u003E\n\u003Cli\u003E\u003Cspan\u003EPeople need to fold the edges of neighbouring strips underneath, so from above the strips are touching, but the fabric meets underneath.\u003C/span\u003E\u003C/li\u003E\n\u003Cli\u003E\u003Cspan\u003EPeople should stitch the strips together. Sew the fabric underneath, so the seam isn\u2019t visible from the top.\u00A0\u003C/span\u003EA \u003Ca href=\u0022https://sewguide.com/invisible-stitches/\u0022 title=\u0022A website providing guidance for sewing discrete seams and hems without a sewing machine\u0022\u003Eladder stitch\u003C/a\u003E is a great choice for a neat, discrete option.\u003C/li\u003E\n\u003Cli\u003E\u003Cspan\u003EOnce all the strips are sewn together, an adult volunteer should press them with a hot iron.\u00A0\u003C/span\u003ESet the ironing board up away from the group. Older Scouts could use the iron one at a time, with supervision and plenty of space around them. Turn irons off when they\u2019re not being used. An adult should watch over this part of the activity.\u003C/li\u003E\n\u003Cli\u003E\u003Cspan\u003EEveryone should use the sewn together stripes as a template to cut out the base fabric. This should be one single piece of fabric. \u003C/span\u003E\u003C/li\u003E\n\u003Cli\u003E\u003Cspan\u003EPeople should put the base fabric on top of the stitched striped fabric. The \u2018display\u2019 sides, the ones you want to be on the outside of the finished mug rug, should be touching. \u003C/span\u003E\u003C/li\u003E\n\u003Cli\u003E\u003Cspan\u003EThey need to sew around three sides. Sew most of the fourth side, but leave a gap a few fingers wide.\u003C/span\u003E\u003C/li\u003E\n\u003Cli\u003E\u003Cspan\u003EEveryone should turn their mug rug the right way out and press it with an iron again. \u003C/span\u003E\u003C/li\u003E\n\u003Cli\u003E\u003Cspan\u003ENow everyone should \u003Ca href=\u0022https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=0PSPQ8JUr-U\u0022 title=\u0022Youtube video providing guidance for sewing a top stitch with a sewing machine\u0022 data-anchor=\u0022?v=0PSPQ8JUr-U\u0022\u003ETop stitch\u003C/a\u003E\u003C/span\u003E\u003Cspan\u003E around all four edges, making sure they sew the opening closed.\u003C/span\u003E\u003C/li\u003E\n\u003Cli\u003E\u003Cspan\u003EDecide what you\u2019ll do with the mug rugs. People may want to take them home, or you could gift them to a local group or organisation.\u003C/span\u003E\u003C/li\u003E\n\u003C/ol\u003E\n\u003Ch3\u003EPlan to make quilts for a cause\u003C/h3\u003E\n\u003Col\u003E\n\u003Cli\u003E\u003Cspan\u003EEveryone should split into small groups\u00A0and sit in a\u00A0distanced circle.\u00A0\u003Cbr\u003E\u003C/span\u003E\u003C/li\u003E\n\u003Cli\u003E\u003Cspan\u003EEach group should look through the \u2018Decide a cause\u0027, \u0027Theme a quilt\u2019 and the \u2018Quilting companion\u2019 guidance below. They should chat through all of the details \u2013 how could they approach each stage of the project? They\u2019ll need to think about choosing a cause, pattern, and theme; gathering help, equipment, and materials; and planning time and storage. \u003Cbr\u003E\u003C/span\u003E\u003C/li\u003E\n\u003Cli\u003E\u003Cspan\u003EEveryone should gather (staying distanced) and share their ideas. What are the potential challenges and obstacles? What are the opportunities? Does anyone in the group have any sewing experience? \u003Cbr\u003E\u003C/span\u003E\u003C/li\u003E\n\u003Cli\u003E\u003Cspan\u003EEveryone should get back into their small groups and create a rough project book. This is the time to plan out a timeline, and make lists of equipment and materials. People could make one part of the book each or one person could be in charge or writing down everyone\u2019s ideas.\u003C/span\u003E\u003C/li\u003E\n\u003C/ol\u003E\n\u003Cp\u003E\u003Cspan\u003EGroups may want to do some things at home \u2013\u00A0they could split up tasks, for example, someone could go home and research \u2018basting\u2019. \u003C/span\u003E\u003C/p\u003E","gtmId":"","gtmClass":""}]}],"config":null},{"type":"fullWidth","areas":[{"items":[{"gridType":"accordion","gtmId":"","gtmClass":"","showExpand":false,"items":[{"gridType":"accordionItem","gtmId":"","gtmClass":"","body":"\u003Ch4\u003EChoose your pattern\u003C/h4\u003E\n\u003Cp\u003ELooking at a few different shapes and patterns and decide what\u2019s feasible for you (and your time scale). A simple quilt pattern made up of squares or triangles (or both) can help make sure you end up with a great quilt that you can donate. You can find plenty of tutorials for basic patchwork quilts on online blogs, magazines and YouTube channels. As a starting point, check out \u003Cspan\u003EPolkadot Chair\u003C/span\u003E\u2019s post about \u003Ca rel=\u0022noopener\u0022 href=\u0022https://www.polkadotchair.com/how-to-make-a-simple-patchwork-quilt/\u0022 target=\u0022_blank\u0022 title=\u0022Polkadot chair: Make a simple patchwork quilt\u0022\u003Emaking a simple patchwork quilt\u003C/a\u003E.\u003C/p\u003E\n\u003Ch4\u003EChoose your cause\u003C/h4\u003E\n\u003Cp\u003EThink about charitable organisations that may be in need of a little extra warmth and comfort and could benefit from your quilts. For example, you could think about a local care home or homeless shelter, or even a national organisation who\u2019ll make sure it gets to those who need it most. It\u2019s good to have a list of a few options, as an adult will have to reach out to your first choice organisation to make sure they\u2019re happy to receiving your quilt and will find it useful. If your first choice says \u2018no, thanks!\u2019, don\u2019t worry. Just try again with someone else. Why not start by exploring the causes Scouts are supporting nationally as part of \u003Ca href=\u0022/about-us/help-others/community/\u0022 title=\u0022A Million Hands\u0022\u003EA Million Hands\u003C/a\u003E?\u003C/p\u003E\n\u003Ch4\u003EDoes your group need help?\u003C/h4\u003E\n\u003Cp\u003EConsider inviting someone who quilts to come and lend a hand. You could even invite them to join you through a video call. It could be a parent, carer, or friend, or even someone in your community with experience. An adult could reach out to a local \u003Cspan\u003E\u003Ca href=\u0022https://www.u3a.org.uk/\u0022\u003EU3A\u003C/a\u003E\u003C/span\u003E member and ask if anyone would like to work with you on this project.\u003C/p\u003E\n\u003Ch4\u003EHow will you sew?\u003C/h4\u003E\n\u003Cp\u003EHave a look at the \u2018Quilting companion\u2019 guidance and decide how you\u2019ll cut the patches and whether you want to get stuck in to hand quality or whether machine quilting is for you. There\u2019s no right answer \u2013 it depends on what you\u2019re looking to create and how you want to do it.\u003C/p\u003E\n\u003Ch4\u003EWhat equipment will you need?\u003C/h4\u003E\n\u003Cp\u003EBy now, you\u2019ll know whether you\u2019re talking \u2018sewing machines\u2019 or \u2018needles and threads\u2019. Think about other equipment too: what about a rotary cutter and mat? Could you ask to borrow anything you need?\u00A0\u003C/p\u003E\n\u003Ch4\u003EWhat materials will you need?\u003C/h4\u003E\n\u003Cp\u003EYour exact list will depend on the size, theme, and pattern of your quilt. Generally, you\u2019ll be talking fabric you can cut into patches, fabric for the backing, and fabric to use as batting or wadding (basically, stuffing) \u2013\u00A0as well as plenty of cotton thread. Try to make the most of secondhand materials and limit what you buy new.\u003C/p\u003E\n\u003Ch4\u003EHow much time will you need?\u003C/h4\u003E\n\u003Cp\u003EQuilting is a long learning process for beginners. It can be hard work and tiring. If you\u2019ve got a visitor to help (or can only borrow equipment for a little while) you may need to do two intensive sessions. Otherwise, it\u2019s often best to split it across different meetings. Can you break it down into five or six separate \u2018tasks\u2019, and plan them in with some more active games that need less focus? For example, you could split \u2018making a quilt\u2019 into: designing, cutting patches, sewing patchwork, basting, adding the top layer of quilting stitches and binding the quilt. Not sure what we\u2019re on about with all those words? No worries: check out this \u003Cspan\u003E\u003Ca href=\u0022https://www.nationalquilterscircle.com/article/glossary-of-quilting-terms/\u0022\u003Eonline glossary\u003C/a\u003E\u003C/span\u003E.\u003C/p\u003E\n\u003Ch4\u003EWhere will you store your quilts until they are ready to go?\u003C/h4\u003E\n\u003Cp\u003EMake sure you can store everything somewhere safe. It shouldn\u2019t get in the way of anyone else using your meeting place, or be left anywhere it could get moved, lost, or damaged). Make sure your storage place is clean and dry.\u003C/p\u003E","label":"Decide a cause"},{"gridType":"accordionItem","gtmId":"","gtmClass":"","body":"\u003Ch4\u003EThemes\u003C/h4\u003E\n\u003Cp\u003EA great piece of art explores an even greater story. Why not tie together your quilt with more than needles and thread by choosing a theme? Here are our ideas to get you stated \u2013 but feel free to run with your own imagination:\u003C/p\u003E\n\u003Cp\u003E\u003Ca href=\u0022/scouts/activity-badges/local-knowledge/\u0022 title=\u0022Local Knowledge\u0022\u003E\u003Cstrong\u003EScouts Local Knowledge Activity Badge \u003C/strong\u003E\u003C/a\u003E\u003C/p\u003E\n\u003Cp\u003ETry creating a patchwork quilt where the materials or patterns tell a story about your local area, national or local heritage, the geography of your area, or a specific local trail or footpath and the landmarks along the way.\u003C/p\u003E\n\u003Cp\u003E\u003Ca href=\u0022/scouts/activity-badges/global-issues/\u0022 title=\u0022Global Issues\u0022\u003E\u003Cstrong\u003EScouts Global Issues Activity Badge \u003C/strong\u003E\u003C/a\u003E\u003C/p\u003E\n\u003Cp\u003EHow about using your planning to tackle the issues of fast fashion and the carbon footprint of the textiles industry?\u003C/p\u003E\n\u003Cul\u003E\n\u003Cli\u003EYou could make a difference by using secondhand fabrics.\u003C/li\u003E\n\u003Cli\u003EYou could also spend some time reflecting on the conditions you\u2019re making your quilt in. You\u2019re with friends, and it\u2019s probably pretty comfortable and relaxed. What about the conditions of many people in the real textile industry? What are their rights as workers? Are they comfortable and relaxed? Do they have much spare time?\u003C/li\u003E\n\u003Cli\u003EYou could also chat about how quilts could be used to help people who are facing hardship due to a natural disaster, for example, people in temporary shelter to escape flooding. They could keep people warm \u2013 what other benefits could they bring?\u003C/li\u003E\n\u003C/ul\u003E\n\u003Cp\u003E\u003Cstrong\u003EYour Scout story \u003C/strong\u003E\u003C/p\u003E\n\u003Cp\u003EDoes your group have materials you could reuse? For example, you could think about old kit bags, blankets, out of date badges, scarves, or shirts. Why not take the opportunity to explore the history of your group? You could even reach out to old members and search for old materials to learn more as part of a wider project.\u003C/p\u003E\n\u003Cp\u003E\u003Cstrong\u003EMemory blanket\u003C/strong\u003E\u003C/p\u003E\n\u003Cp\u003EEveryone could use their patch (or patches) to tell a little story about themselves. They could focus on an aspect of a hobby, or just a favourite colour or texture. The final masterpiece will be as varied and wonderful as the group.\u003C/p\u003E","label":"Theme a quilt"},{"gridType":"accordionItem","gtmId":"","gtmClass":"","body":"\u003Ch4\u003E\u003Cspan\u003EHow will you cut patches?\u003C/span\u003E\u003C/h4\u003E\n\u003Cp\u003E\u003Cstrong\u003ESource your material and cut your shapes \u003C/strong\u003E\u003C/p\u003E\n\u003Cp\u003E\u003Cspan\u003EAccurately measuring and cutting your patchwork is the first step in creating a quilt. It\u2019s up to you how you do this \u2013\u00A0you could use suitable scissors, a clear ruler, and a mechanical pencil (and people could do this at home), but you\u2019ll probably get a more polished final piece if you use specialist equipment. You could learn to use it together as a group. \u003C/span\u003E\u003C/p\u003E\n\u003Cp\u003E\u003Cstrong\u003EWill you choose rotary cutters and mats?\u003C/strong\u003E\u003C/p\u003E\n\u003Cp\u003E\u003Cspan\u003EMost people who make quilts regularly use rotary cutters and a self-healing cutting mat. When they\u2019re confident, people can cut multiple layers of fabric at a time. \u003C/span\u003E\u003C/p\u003E\n\u003Cp\u003E\u003Cspan\u003ENowadays, it\u2019s really easy to get your hands on equipment \u2013 check out shops like Hobbycraft, and even Amazon. However, we\u2019d recommend that you don\u2019t buy stuff just for this project. It can be expensive, especially if you\u2019re not planning to use it again and again. \u003C/span\u003E\u003C/p\u003E\n\u003Cp\u003E\u003Cspan\u003EYou could ask if anyone you know is willing to share their tools with the group, to see if everyone can go and use facilities at a local college or \u003C/span\u003E\u003Cspan\u003E\u003Ca rel=\u0022noopener\u0022 href=\u0022https://www.u3a.org.uk/\u0022 target=\u0022_blank\u0022 title=\u0022U3A\u0022\u003EU3A\u003C/a\u003E\u003C/span\u003E\u003Cspan\u003E base. \u003C/span\u003E\u003C/p\u003E\n\u003Cp\u003E\u003Cspan\u003EFind out \u003Ca rel=\u0022noopener\u0022 href=\u0022https://weallsew.com/accurate-piecing-basics-cutting/?utm_source=pinterest\u0026amp;utm_medium=social\u0026amp;utm_campaign=post_how_to_make_a_quilt\u0022 target=\u0022_blank\u0022 title=\u0022Accurate Piecing Basics: Cutting (We All Sew)\u0022 data-anchor=\u0022?utm_source=pinterest\u0026amp;utm_medium=social\u0026amp;utm_campaign=post_how_to_make_a_quilt\u0022\u003Ehow to cut your fabric on We All Sew\u003C/a\u003E\u003C/span\u003E\u003Cspan\u003E.\u003C/span\u003E\u003C/p\u003E\n\u003Cp\u003E\u003Cstrong\u003EWill you choose scissors?\u003C/strong\u003E\u003C/p\u003E\n\u003Cp\u003E\u003Cspan\u003EThey\u2019re not as accurate, but scissors are a more accessible way to give quilting a go. Far more people have fabric scissors lying around than a rotary cutter and self-healing mat! You\u2019ll find fewer tutorials for cutting patchwork with scissors because most experienced quilters opt to use specialist equipment for precise results. \u003C/span\u003E\u003C/p\u003E\n\u003Cp\u003E\u003Cspan\u003EFabric scissors may be right for you if they\u2019re easier to get hold of \u2013\u00A0especially if you can get hold of more than one pair so a few people can cut fabric at once. 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All you really need is a basic, standard sewing machine that can do straight line and free motion quilting. These machines are more portable and they\u2019ll be easier to set up in your workplace.\u003C/span\u003E\u003C/p\u003E\n\u003Cp\u003E\u003Cspan\u003EAlternatively, you could see if you can borrow an industrial sewing machine. You\u2019ll be able to go faster with an industrial machine, and they often have a knee lifter (a bar which sits next to your knee and allows you to lift the presser foot without taking your hands off the quilt).\u00A0 \u003C/span\u003E\u003C/p\u003E\n\u003Cp\u003E\u003Cspan style=\u0022text-decoration: underline;\u0022\u003EPros of machine quilting\u003C/span\u003E\u003C/p\u003E\n\u003Cul\u003E\n\u003Cli\u003E\u003Cspan\u003EIt\u2019s much faster than hand quilting.\u003C/span\u003E\u003C/li\u003E\n\u003Cli\u003E\u003Cspan\u003EIt may be more accessible for anyone who finds it difficult to handle a needle and thread.\u003C/span\u003E\u003C/li\u003E\n\u003Cli\u003EIt\u2019s likely that machine stitching will be more durable.\u003C/li\u003E\n\u003C/ul\u003E\n\u003Cp\u003E\u003Cspan style=\u0022text-decoration: underline;\u0022\u003ECons of machine quilting\u003C/span\u003E\u003C/p\u003E\n\u003Cul\u003E\n\u003Cli\u003E\u003Cspan\u003EIt\u2019s more expensive than hand quilting \u2013\u00A0even if you don\u2019t a machine, you\u2019ll be responsible for an expensive piece of equipment.\u003C/span\u003E\u003C/li\u003E\n\u003Cli\u003E\u003Cspan\u003EIt can be tricky to learn because machines are different.\u003C/span\u003E\u003C/li\u003E\n\u003Cli\u003E\u003Cspan\u003EIt can be harder to correct a mistake (for example, it may involve resetting the machine).\u003C/span\u003E\u003C/li\u003E\n\u003Cli\u003E\u003Cspan\u003EPeople will have to learn and work individually, probably one at a time. You can\u2019t all join in at once unless you have loads of machines.\u003C/span\u003E\u003C/li\u003E\n\u003Cli\u003EThere\u2019s always the possibility of a technical failure \u2013\u00A0what would you do if something went wrong?\u003C/li\u003E\n\u003C/ul\u003E\n\u003Ch4\u003EMake the quilt sandwich\u003C/h4\u003E\n\u003Cp\u003E\u003Cspan\u003EYou\u2019ll probably see lots of jargon floating about \u2013\u00A0so here\u2019s a handy guide to three common stages of making a quilt.\u003C/span\u003E\u003C/p\u003E\n\u003Cp\u003E\u003Cstrong\u003EBaste your quilt\u003C/strong\u003E\u003C/p\u003E\n\u003Cp\u003E\u003Cspan\u003EBasting is how you connect the three elements of the quilt (the patchwork top, the quilt backing, and the batting or stuffing). Once your patchwork quilt top\u2019s ready (and the backing and batting are cut to size), then you\u2019re ready to baste your quilt. Basting your quilt isn\u2019t about holding it together forever \u2013\u00A0it\u2019s about keeping it all in the right position for now so you can sew it together. \u003C/span\u003E\u003C/p\u003E\n\u003Cp\u003E\u003Cspan\u003EThere are lots of different ways to baste a quilt. Special basting spray is quicker, but safety pins are more sustainable because you can use them again and again.\u003C/span\u003E\u003C/p\u003E\n\u003Cp\u003E\u003Cspan\u003EFor more information on securing your quilt sandwich, and some handy hints and tips, head to \u003C/span\u003E\u003Cspan\u003E\u003Ca rel=\u0022noopener\u0022 href=\u0022https://suzyquilts.com/how-to-baste-a-quilt/\u0022 target=\u0022_blank\u0022 title=\u0022Suzy Quilts\u0022\u003ESuzy Quilts\u003C/a\u003E\u003C/span\u003E\u003Cspan\u003E.\u003C/span\u003E\u003C/p\u003E\n\u003Cp\u003E\u003Cstrong\u003EQuilt your stitches \u003C/strong\u003E\u003C/p\u003E\n\u003Cp\u003E\u003Cspan\u003EAfter basting, you\u2019ll be ready to quilt your stitches and permanently secure the layers of your sandwich (yay!). This is where having an experienced sewer or quilter comes in, it\u2019s best if one can oversee this stage and pass on their skills. \u003C/span\u003E\u003C/p\u003E\n\u003Cp\u003E\u003Cspan\u003EIt\u2019s up to you what type of quilting pattern you use \u2013\u00A0it comes down to preference. However, for a shared project like this it may be best to stick to something simple (and good for beginners). You could choose straight line quilting \u2013 a straightforward stitch that\u2019s good for both hand and machine quilters. Read more about \u003Ca rel=\u0022noopener\u0022 href=\u0022https://weallsew.com/quilting-trend-straight-line-quilting/?utm_source=pinterest\u0026amp;utm_medium=social\u0026amp;utm_campaign=post_how_to_make_a_quilt\u0022 target=\u0022_blank\u0022 title=\u0022Quilting Trend: Straight Line Quilting (We All Sew)\u0022 data-anchor=\u0022?utm_source=pinterest\u0026amp;utm_medium=social\u0026amp;utm_campaign=post_how_to_make_a_quilt\u0022\u003Estraight line quilting at We All Sew\u003C/a\u003E\u003C/span\u003E\u003Cspan\u003E.\u00A0\u003C/span\u003E\u003C/p\u003E\n\u003Cp\u003E\u003Cstrong\u003EBind your quilt\u003C/strong\u003E\u003C/p\u003E\n\u003Cp\u003E\u003Cspan\u003EOnce you\u2019ve basted and quilted, you\u2019ll be ready to bind. Binding is when you close off the exposed raw edges of your fabric by securing long strips of fabric around the edge. This final step permanently secures your quilt top, batting (stuffing), and backing together.\u00A0 \u003C/span\u003E\u003C/p\u003E\n\u003Cp\u003E\u003Cspan\u003EBy now, it\u2019s probably not a surprise that there are lots of different ways to bind a quilt. Double fold binding\u2019s a popular choice for beginners. 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