How to Make a Fidget Quilt

Step-by-Step Guide

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   Step 1: Make a template of any size.

   A recommended size to start with is 5" by 5". , Put a clip on the square to hold your template to the fabric and make it easy to cut. , Most completed fidget quilts are usually 17" by 21"
   
   but you can make yours at any size. ,, This will become your top. ,, Your tassel can be any length you want. ,,, This should be removable and not washable, so when you're sewing it into the quilt top, you'll sew a small loop of ribbon or a tab to hang the tassel on.
   
   This loop is usually made on the top of the quilt, so make sure the border covers it. , The larger the circle, the bigger the yo-yo. ,, It will gather up into a circle.
   
   Knot the thread so it stays gathered. ,,, Your yo-yo's are done. , You can make the bear on an embroidery machine.
   
   The finished teddy bear is 7" by 5".
   
   Consider using a recycled jean pocket to store the teddy bear. , You can use any number of fidgets.,, Make sure they are straight and on the top of the quilt. ,, You will need a low loft quilting batting and a coordinating fabric for the back. ,,,,, The back fabric should be pinned to the top fabric.
   
   This gives the quilt a nice border. , This can be a little tricky, but with patience, you can have a nice, neat corner.
   
   If you corner is not perfect, you'll be able to fidget with the loose ends. , On the border, you will want to use a fancier stitch which will function as another tactical point on the quilt. , Start in the middle, sew top to bottom, and then sew left to right.
   
   You may have to dodge the fidgets, doing this binds all 3 pieces together. , Your fidget quilt is ready to be given to someone!
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   Step 2: Cut 3 squares of the same color of fabric.

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   Step 3: Repeat two more times with each fabric color.

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   Step 4: Sew the squares together into strips.

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   Step 5: Sew the strips together using a 1/4 inch seam.

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   Step 6: Iron your top

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   Step 7: making sure all the seams are ironed the same direction and are laying flat.

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   Step 8: Obtain several different yarns and ribbons.

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   Step 9: Cut all your ribbons and yarn to the same length.

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    Step 10: Pull them through a ring and fold it in half.

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    Step 11: Use a sturdy piece of string or yarn to tie everything together at the top.

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    Step 12: Cut circles of any size out of fabric.

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    Step 13: Hand-sew around the outer edge of the fabric.

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    Step 14: Remove your needle and pull on both ends of the thread.

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    Step 15: Use glue to add a big bright button to the center of each yo-yo.

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    Step 16: Add velcro using some glue.

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    Step 17: Sew the other side of the velcro down.

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    Step 18: Add a fleece teddy bear to your quilt.

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    Step 19: Decide on which fidgets you want to use.

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    Step 20: Pin all your fidgets on the top of the quilt.

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    Step 21: Sew the fidgets onto the quilt.

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    Step 22: Make sure the ribbons are reinforced so they cannot be pulled off.

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    Step 23: Pick up the back fabric and cut the batting.

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    Step 24: Lay the finished top quilt on top of the batting and cut it a 1/4" bigger on each of the sides.

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    Step 25: Lay the batting on top of the back fabric.

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    Step 26: Cut the back 1/2" bigger on each side of the batting so you can fold it over and pin it to the quilt top.

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    Step 27: Pin the top

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    Step 28: batting

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    Step 29: and back fabric together.

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    Step 30: Fold the backing fabric up 1/4" so there are no raw edges and fold it once more.

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    Step 31: Pin the corners by bringing them to a point and folding them in.

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    Step 32: Begin quilting it all together by sewing the border first.

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    Step 33: Quilt the 3 pieces together by using a straight stitch.

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    Step 34: Finished!

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