Quilting With Rulers

Episode 7 - The Quilting With Rulers Academy

In this episode, Melanie pulls back the curtain on her Quilting with Rulers Academy, a step-by-step online course designed to help you finish your quilts with confidence using ruler quilting on your home machine. Learn why rulers are a game changer, what’s inside the course, and how real students are transforming their quilting.Links Mentioned:Join the Quilting with Rulers Academy → bit.ly/QuiltingAcademyFollow Melanie on Instagram → instagram.com/TheMelanieGrace

Episode 6 – Quilt Fast! Christmas in July: Get Ahead on Handmade Gifts

Ready to beat the holiday hustle? It’s Christmas in July! In this episode, I’m sharing my best tips for quilting FAST — so you can tackle your gift list without losing your quilting mojo. Whether you’re finishing UFOs or starting fresh, you’ll learn how ruler work, the right tools, and smart project choices make all the difference.In This Episode:✅ Why July is the perfect time to plan your holiday quilt gifts✅ My favorite “quick-win” projects — think small bags, wallets, and table runners✅ How ruler quilting saves time with clean, consistent lines✅ Why cork and vinyl from Sallie Tomato are my go-tos for stylish gifts — plus, I’m a Certified Educator and can teach you how to sew them!✅ Must-have tools for smooth ruler work — including my favorite rulers:Creative Grids Meander RulerSilly Moon Quilting Co. RulersAngela Walters Collection at Fat Quarter ShopSlip MatQuilting Gloves✅ Why I love my Juki TL-18 for precision ruler work✨ Ready to master ruler quilting?Join my Quilting With Rulers Academy and finish more quilts with confidence — holiday gifts included!Sign up here!If you loved this episode…Leave a review, share it with a quilting friend, and tag me on Instagram!Let’s quilt together — faster and happier.

Episode 5: Holding Your Quilt Like a Pro: Quilt Control Tips for Ruler Quilting

You’ve got your ruler foot. You’ve got your favorite ruler. But your quilt? That thing is sliding, shifting, and bunching like it has a mind of its own! In today’s episode, we’re talking about the one skill that separates frustration from fun in ruler quilting: how you hold and control your quilt while you stitch.If you’ve ever felt like your quilt top is breakdancing under the needle — this one’s for you.What You’ll Learn in This Episode:Why quilt control is half the battle in ruler workThe tools I recommend to help you grip, glide, and guide with confidenceQuilting posture and hand positioning tipsTroubleshooting bumps, drags, and wobbly stitchesHow slowing down actually speeds up your quilting successMy favorite pro tips (plus a few dad jokes!)Mentioned in This Episode – Must-Have Tools:Quilting GlovesBetter grip, less slip! These help control fabric without tension in your hands.Shop quilting gloves on Amazon (affiliate)Slip Mat / Supreme SliderReduces drag and helps your quilt glide across the machine bed.Find one at Sewing Parts Online (affiliate)Grippy SprayMy go-to to keep rulers from sliding on fabric while quilting.Get Grippy Spray on Amazon (affiliate)Silly Moon Quilting RulersA favorite for beginner-friendly, beautiful designs.Shop Silly Moon Rulers (affiliate)My Sewing Machine: Juki TL-18It’s a powerhouse for domestic ruler quilting.View it on Sewing Parts Online (affiliate)Extension Table or Drop-In TableSupport that quilt! More space equals less frustration.Shop tables and extensions here (affiliate)

Episode 4: Ruler Quilting for Beginners – What You Actually Need

Show Notes:Curious about quilting with rulers but unsure where to start? In this episode, I break down the exact tools, tips, and techniques you need as a beginner to start quilting with confidence. Whether you've just heard of a "ruler foot" or you're already drooling over arc designs—this episode is for YOU!💬 Here’s what you’ll learn:What ruler quilting is (and why it’s magic ✨)The essential tools every beginner should haveMy favorite rulers for swoops, straight lines, and simple gridsHow to avoid slippery situations (Grippy Spray to the rescue!)Designs that are perfect for beginners: straight lines, curves, crosshatching, echo quilting, and ditch-stitching🧵 Mentioned Supplies (affiliate links):Ruler Foot – Check compatibility with your machineMy Juki TL18 – Love it for ruler quiltingMeander Ruler – A beginner faveAngela Walters Rulers – Creative GridsAmanda Murphy RulersSilly Moon Quilting Co.Grippy Spray – Keeps rulers in placeSlip MatQuilting Gloves📥 Grab the Freebie:🧷 Beginner Ruler Quilting Setup Checklist – Download the PDF🎓 Ready to go from ruler rookie to confident quilter?Join my full online course: Quilting with Rulers Academy👉 Enroll or join the waitlist here

Episode 3: How to Use a Walking Foot for Quilting (and Why Using Rulers is My Favorite!)

Today we’re talking all about the mighty walking foot: why it’s a beginner’s best friend and why I eventually upgraded to quilting with rulers!Learn how to set up your walking foot, what kinds of projects it’s perfect for, and when you might want to try ruler quilting instead.👉 Ready to dive into ruler quilting? Join me inside The Quilting with Rulers Academy today at https://bit.ly/QuitingAcademywww.TheMelanieGrace.comwww.SewMelanie.comwww.ety.com/shop/TheMelanieGrace