tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7274017083888923216.post6654622087058049471..comments2024-03-12T07:49:39.252-07:00Comments on Jaybird Quilts: Size OptionsJulie @ Jaybird Quiltshttp://www.blogger.com/profile/07862285003347896342noreply@blogger.comBlogger38125tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7274017083888923216.post-22539602921891985432012-04-27T06:49:32.645-07:002012-04-27T06:49:32.645-07:00I definitely appreciate size options. If needed I ...I definitely appreciate size options. If needed I could likely do the math and change sizes on patterns myself, but I certainly won't say no to it being done already. As others have mentioned, it definitely gives a pattern a higher re-use chance due to this.<br /><br />One of the things I love most about your patterns is the fact that the fabric requirements for each size are listed right there on the back of your pattern, and I love being able to know as I order the pattern that I can immediately order the needed fabric too, rather than wait for the pattern to arrive first.<br /><br />The size I presently make most seems to be lap, with baby behind. As for making Full sizes available again, even if you don't do all the math then maybe even including just some tips or guesstimates about how it could be achieved from another size might be enough? I'd personally be more likely to make a Queen than Full being that that's the bed size I have, and a Queen size would also fit comfortably on a Full sized bed with not too much extra overhang.Mariekehttps://www.blogger.com/profile/16216728854039924510noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7274017083888923216.post-6148684770501688802012-03-19T16:24:15.345-07:002012-03-19T16:24:15.345-07:00I don't love math, but if a pattern doesn'...I don't love math, but if a pattern doesn't include the size I want, I'll adjust it.Michellehttps://www.blogger.com/profile/01308680396802432722noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7274017083888923216.post-35415707533197586892012-03-18T05:44:28.665-07:002012-03-18T05:44:28.665-07:00I love when patterns have size options. I work at ...I love when patterns have size options. I work at a quilt shop and it really does make it easier. One person can figure all that stuff out once or a lot of people can figure it out over and over again. It also makes it more sellable to some people. While most probably buy a pattern because they like it many often do want it in a size they have in mind. It probably all comes down to this - doesn't everybody like options?!Janellehttps://www.blogger.com/profile/13319235762114727598noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7274017083888923216.post-17052810243735542092012-03-17T20:08:32.261-07:002012-03-17T20:08:32.261-07:00For me, if I find a pattern at a store and have th...For me, if I find a pattern at a store and have the sizing options it makes it very easy to get enough fabric while I'm there. I could figure it out, but I have messed it up before because I felt rushed and didn't get enough. The sizes I am more interested in are Queen size and up. <br /><br />However, on the flip side, if I REALLY like the pattern and it doesn't have sizing options that doesn't stop me from buying it. <br /><br />Hope that helps!Carrie Siegfriedhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/06073168796833697815noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7274017083888923216.post-50226219818037087652012-03-17T16:22:52.749-07:002012-03-17T16:22:52.749-07:00Honestly I don´t care for size options. I like to ...Honestly I don´t care for size options. I like to figure it out by myself depending on the fabric I want to use and have in my stash and on the quiltsize I want to make and think that´s fun. I have bought patterns and books but always just used them as a starting point and never followed a pattern completely until today. I usually make bed sized quilts or quilts we use to snuggle up on the sofa while reading or watching TV. Since the man of the house is quite tall those quilts are also at least the size of single bed covers.Needle little Balancehttps://www.blogger.com/profile/00800730805245656486noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7274017083888923216.post-73087514022396536452012-03-16T19:53:45.458-07:002012-03-16T19:53:45.458-07:00I make full size bed quilts, otherwise I make wall...I make full size bed quilts, otherwise I make wall or maybe a throw quilt size. I do think having the sizes available would make or break me buying a pattern. But that might depend on the pattern because as you have pointed out, each pattern lends itself to an easy size change or maybe none at all. Thanks for asking.Lorettahttps://www.blogger.com/profile/05409969511597733992noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7274017083888923216.post-19771539544943080012012-03-16T17:37:18.551-07:002012-03-16T17:37:18.551-07:00Me? I like size options. I hardly ever make lap ...Me? I like size options. I hardly ever make lap sizes usually up to twin for throws and once in a while a big quilt. <br />And I like Big baby quilts, a 36in size only works for a month and then its a car quilt. And thanks for doing all the math for me!mascanlonhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/08265744683449278774noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7274017083888923216.post-34692213037362237722012-03-16T16:06:02.652-07:002012-03-16T16:06:02.652-07:00I like size options too. I can (and have) done th...I like size options too. I can (and have) done the math to alter a quilt's size, but it's nice to know up front if a pattern easily scales up or down and what the fabric requirements are. I also like another commenter's suggestion to to have different block sizes.Jen Bhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/12306997466850994563noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7274017083888923216.post-87693105844483552232012-03-16T09:14:15.476-07:002012-03-16T09:14:15.476-07:00I like size options because I have a difficult tim...I like size options because I have a difficult time figuring out how to make a different size when offered only one. That said, I totally understand how some patterns don't lend themselves to different sizes and just knowing that satisfied me too. <br /><br />Also, big push for work on my Come What May quilt this weekend. I will send pics!Bennett and Graveshttps://www.blogger.com/profile/02967361562768782448noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7274017083888923216.post-40555266780096187762012-03-15T23:08:21.263-07:002012-03-15T23:08:21.263-07:00I like having size options, but that doesn't n...I like having size options, but that doesn't necessarily keep me from buying a pattern. I prefer lap size and baby size quilts.dream quilt createhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/13659318605290158236noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7274017083888923216.post-73632765496007290362012-03-15T18:37:27.554-07:002012-03-15T18:37:27.554-07:00I LOVE size options---I really dislike it that mos...I LOVE size options---I really dislike it that most books have all the quilts in lap size and no instructions on how to size up.<br />I NEVER buy a pattern unless they have size options. I make quilts to be used so usually make queen size quilt---with twin/full being the smallest size I make. I would be interested in Plaid in new fabrics.Patriciahttps://www.blogger.com/profile/05714097352546704948noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7274017083888923216.post-73136046897037666242012-03-15T18:14:57.725-07:002012-03-15T18:14:57.725-07:00I don't buy patterns because I guess I make od...I don't buy patterns because I guess I make odd-sized quilts. I make mostly twin and queen sizes but both much longer than the mainstream. For example, I think my twin dimensions are around 65x108. <br /><br />I really appreciate you putting different sizes in your patterns. It widens your customer base. This is great because you make cute patterns!April (Polkadot Sparrow)https://www.blogger.com/profile/15706847821102887162noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7274017083888923216.post-31591778056122743562012-03-15T16:50:32.103-07:002012-03-15T16:50:32.103-07:00I like having size options. I may go back later a...I like having size options. I may go back later and make a second quilt from the pattern in a different size. I always buy more fabric than is called for because, well, I am a fabric freak. I make all sizes from baby to king. My favorite size is a generous lap size.<br /><br />Your patterns are fabulous and yes I would like to see Plaid Parade released again.Paulahttps://www.blogger.com/profile/11299763906605910012noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7274017083888923216.post-84238524444135969482012-03-15T14:48:08.862-07:002012-03-15T14:48:08.862-07:00So far, I am lucky enough to own one of your patte...So far, I am lucky enough to own one of your patterns (Chopsticks). I have not made it yet but I have read through the pattern and am very impressed with your work. The quality of the paper and your use of photos, diagrams, fonts, and white space make for a very readable and easy to follow pattern. I have made other patterns which I did not necessarily "love" simply because the directions were so excellent. Conversely, I have purchased patterns I really like, only to find myself frustrated at one or more of the things I mention above.<br /><br />I can figure out the math, but I appreciate you doing it for us. I think in this age of online shopping, being able to click and get all the yardage information is really nice. Otherwise, it is a matter of waiting for the pattern to arive, then ordering the fabric and waiting (again!) for it to arrive before being able to construct the quilt. I live in Canada and if I get things sent to me here from the US, it can easily take 2 weeks so you can see how that would drag out for us!<br /><br />I like having a variety of sizes to choose from and I don't have an opinion one way or the other about the necessity of having a full size. I bought Chopsticks with the intention of making the lap-size quilt for a friend but as of this morning, know that I will be using it to make a baby quilt as well. This is a real value-add for us as consumers and, quite honestly, I feel better re-using a good pattern than going out and buying a new one.<br /><br />Your designs and patterns are lovely!Ericahttps://www.blogger.com/profile/15584299932986251864noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7274017083888923216.post-34468199614093863412012-03-15T14:02:13.629-07:002012-03-15T14:02:13.629-07:00It's so funny that you would mention this. I&...It's so funny that you would mention this. I've been meaning to thank you for having the option of king size quilts. (No, seriously, I was.) Do you know how difficult they are to find? (Yes, of course you do.) And I don't love math the way that you do so I get pretty discouraged when I see a cool pattern that doesn't have options. Doing the math on my own makes me nervous. (I'm plenty smart in other ways, just not this one. No, really!)<br /><br />Anyway, thanks!Collettehttps://www.blogger.com/profile/11118664654134825732noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7274017083888923216.post-35266468295030098782012-03-15T13:54:46.162-07:002012-03-15T13:54:46.162-07:00I like size options.
I feel that if I'm payi...I like size options. <br /><br />I feel that if I'm paying the money for a pattern then I want the math all done for me (I am capable but that is the point of buying a pattern isn't it?)<br /><br />I love all your patterns, btw but I haven't had the opportunity to make one yet!Alisahttps://www.blogger.com/profile/12177250483417082402noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7274017083888923216.post-52206039864838117522012-03-15T13:47:41.777-07:002012-03-15T13:47:41.777-07:00Thank you for asking. I like size options simply b...Thank you for asking. I like size options simply because I want a size that keeps someone warm in a recliner or on the couch. Most patterns are larger than this and "lap" versions usually fit my needs. I have been on a baby quilt making roll and have found several patterns in this size. My only pet peeve is when bloggers put out a free pattern and the requirements are incorrect or exact. I cut out fabric for one last week that called for 1/2 yard and by the time the fabric was squared, I didn't have exactly 18". Now I could say the fabric store was wrong or I could have read the pattern better. Either way I had a problem This week the requirements were for 1 yard but cutting 15 2.5" strips takes 37.5"! I have finally learned my lesson and will do my own math before I begin cutting. <br /><br />Radio Way is just perfect! Love the pattern and tbe colors you used.Lisa Chttps://www.blogger.com/profile/12502089801927429325noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7274017083888923216.post-47028565430901832342012-03-15T13:47:40.017-07:002012-03-15T13:47:40.017-07:00I like several sizes. I have found that all beds ...I like several sizes. I have found that all beds are not created equal. This is true with the very high mattresses. I think you are doing a good job w the sizes - keep it up. Double bed hardly exists anymore, Love your style.<br />C in VA BCHAnonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7274017083888923216.post-38695075747116140352012-03-15T13:33:13.263-07:002012-03-15T13:33:13.263-07:00I prefer patterns that have size options and how m...I prefer patterns that have size options and how much fabric to buy for each size. I hate having to try to figure that out. Most of my quilts I want for a bed, yet I see patterns all the time that I like but do not come in that size. So, if I use the pattern, I guess how much to buy, then I make the quilt and add rows or columns accordingly hoping that I have enough fabric!!! Anyway, thanks for bringing the subject to light!Mike Pearsonhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/10186055974523028705noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7274017083888923216.post-7070732885262179032012-03-15T11:46:50.224-07:002012-03-15T11:46:50.224-07:00Can I suggest something different? I don't rea...Can I suggest something different? I don't really care for size options, because I usually figure them out myself. BUT I think it would be nice with some blocks to have the block in different sizes, lets say a block finishes at 8"x8" I might just like to have it at 6"x6" as well or at 10"x10" and so on. A small block might as well look great on a bigger scale. But I guess this wasn't an option you were offering. <br />As for the buying part, if I like the design and can't figure out how to do it (or am too lazy for it) I buy it. If it has size options or hasn't doesn't make a difference to me. I usually do the calculating myself anyway - because usually I want to make a different size than the pattern comes in anyway. <br />Take care and keep on going!Segelfliegehttps://www.blogger.com/profile/16458530164482332434noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7274017083888923216.post-77829452010868744912012-03-15T11:09:10.988-07:002012-03-15T11:09:10.988-07:00I bought the Carnival quilt and plan to make it fo...I bought the Carnival quilt and plan to make it for my bed and as such, I am having to do the tweaking to figure out what blocks/borders work and look best. <br /><br />I am not a big fan of 'lap' sized quilts. I like a quilt I can curl up with and still stayed covered and a 50x50 is just too small for this. I would much rather have the math for a lap size and a full size and/or larger.Anonymoushttps://www.blogger.com/profile/10362716399821743699noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7274017083888923216.post-59512268018903398382012-03-15T09:54:48.855-07:002012-03-15T09:54:48.855-07:00I love size options, but I will buy a pattern beca...I love size options, but I will buy a pattern because I like it, not because of the size options.Salliehttps://www.blogger.com/profile/04595920651501562113noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7274017083888923216.post-71007550069163458122012-03-15T09:36:27.763-07:002012-03-15T09:36:27.763-07:00Hey kiddo, looking forward to your new patterns......Hey kiddo, looking forward to your new patterns...as to your questions...<br /><br />I most definitly like that you have size options, it makes the pattern more versatile like if I only wanted to make X number of blocks but I did want it to be bigger by putting on borders I could easily figure out how much I need for the border and the look at the size up for the backing amount, stuff like that.<br /><br />Yes, I don't really tend to by many patterns in the first place but I would be more likely to purchase if there were options.<br /><br />Yes, I love the full size, that's what our bed is for the moment!:)<br /><br />Since I just pull a quilt through my regular machine to quilt I don't do anything much more than a full size and even then I do it in sections. <br /><br />I tend to like a bed with a simple coverlet and have my quilts tossed about at the foot of the bed and there is always one on the couch and chairs so I don't really need the larger sizes...but I'm glad the info to make them are there. I have made bigger quilts, those just go to a longarmer!:)doloreshttps://www.blogger.com/profile/10144615752245606045noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7274017083888923216.post-51724750177450547502012-03-15T09:34:45.091-07:002012-03-15T09:34:45.091-07:00If I buy a pattern, it is usually at a quilt shop....If I buy a pattern, it is usually at a quilt shop. Therefore I am mostly trying to buy everything at once, so I like the size options. I don't have to spend time calculating out yardage and such. If I am at home and online, I will feel more inclined to calculate it out, draw in my sketchbook and map out cutting. It all depends on the pattern.Cherylhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/11728660855483726939noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7274017083888923216.post-58168499577540987962012-03-15T08:06:49.695-07:002012-03-15T08:06:49.695-07:00Size options are great!Size options are great!robinhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/15153189385971989895noreply@blogger.com