Quilt As You Go Starter Kit

Quilt As You Go Handbook — by Pauline Rogers

The Quilt As You Go Handbook is a 62-page spiral-bound guide written by Pauline Rogers, filled with vivid colour photos and step-by-step instructions. It teaches you to quilt your own quilts on a standard domestic sewing machine — one block at a time.

What is Quilt As You Go?

Quilt As You Go (QAYG) means quilting each block individually — top, batting and backing — before joining the finished blocks together. Instead of wrestling a full-size quilt through the narrow throat of a home machine, you only ever handle one small block at a time. It's the reason so many quilters finish their own quilts instead of sending them out to a longarmer.

The two QAYG methods in this book

Between the Blocks — blocks are joined with a sashing strip that sits between them, front and back. This gives a defined lattice across the quilt top and a clean, deliberate finish on the reverse.

Back to Back — blocks are joined edge to edge with no sashing showing on the front. Use this when you want an unbroken quilt top and the block seams to disappear into the design.

Both methods are shown in full with photographed steps, measurements and Pauline's tips for keeping blocks square and seams flat.

Who this book is for

The QAYG Handbook is written specifically to be easy to understand, so beginners can give quilting a go without a class or a longarm machine. Experienced quilters use it as a reference for sashing options, joining sequences and finishing.

What's inside

• 62 pages, spiral bound so it lies flat beside your machine
• Full-colour step photographs throughout
• Complete instructions for Between the Blocks and Back to Back
• Sashing, binding and joining guidance
• Space for your own notes

Frequently asked questions

Do I need a longarm machine? No. Every technique in this handbook is designed for a standard domestic sewing machine.

Is this suitable for a complete beginner? Yes. It's written for quilters with no QAYG experience and starts from first principles.

How many pages is the Quilt As You Go Handbook? 62 pages, spiral bound.

What's the difference between Between the Blocks and Back to Back? Between the Blocks shows a sashing strip between each block; Back to Back joins blocks with no sashing visible on the quilt top. Both are covered in full.

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Watch both techniques on video: Quilt As You Go: Back to Back and Quilt As You Go: Between the Blocks.

Browse our full Quilt As You Go range for the sashers, rulers and templates used throughout the book.

A Sasher folds a fabric strip to an exact width as you press it with an iron, ready to sew straight onto your quilt. The Ultimate Set gives you 12: eleven sizes from 1/8" to 3", colour coded by job, plus the Magic Binding Tool.

Now includes the 3″ Sasher and the Magic Binding Tool. (Previously the Large Set with 10 Sashers, this is the upgraded version.)

How a Sasher Works

Cut a fabric strip, feed it into the wide end of the Sasher, and press with your iron as you pull the tool along. The fabric emerges folded to an exact, consistent width, ready to sew.

What Makes a Sasher Different

Unlike the traditional metal bias tape makers most quilters start with, every Sasher has a curved side, so the edge of your iron sits flush against the tool as you push it along. No more burnt fingers. Pauline recommends a mini iron, which fits perfectly into the curve.

The fabric also feeds through without stretching, which is what keeps your sashings accurate over the length of a quilt. And where metal tools typically stop at 1", the Sasher range runs all the way to 3", wide enough for full Quilt As You Go sashings, not just narrow trim.

Cut your fabric at double the size of the tool. The size marked on the Sasher is the finished width of the folded strip, so a 2" Sasher needs a 4" wide strip, a 1¼" Sasher needs a 2½" strip, and a ½" Sasher needs a 1" strip. Double the number on the tool and that's your cut width.

Which Sasher for Which Job

Colour	Sizes	Best for
Fluro yellow	1½", 2", 2½", 3"	Quilt As You Go sashings (the most popular sizes)
Orange	1⅛", 1¼"	Quilt binding. Cut binding 2½" wide -> use the 1¼" Sasher. Cut 2¼" wide for a thinner binding -> use the 1⅛" Sasher.
Pink	¾", 1"	Trims on garments
Blue	⅛", ¼", ½"	Fine bias for stems and appliqué
Magic Binding Tool	N/A	Binding with a peeper/flange, quickly and precisely

What You Can Make

• Accurate sashings for Quilt As You Go quilts

• Double fold binding to bind quilts

• Very fine bias strips for appliqué and Celtic designs

• Bias strips for stems

• Peepers to highlight sashings

• Sashings with corner stones

• Binding with a peeper/flange, using the Magic Binding Tool

Award Winning

The Sasher Collection won the Industry Innovation Award at the 2015 Australian Craft Industry Awards.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is a Sasher?

A Sasher folds a fabric strip to an exact finished width as you press it with an iron, ready to sew. Pauline designed them with a curved side so the iron sits flush against the tool and your fingers stay clear of the heat.

How is a Sasher different from the metal bias tape makers I already own?

Three things: the curved side keeps your fingers away from the iron, the fabric feeds through without stretching so your sashings stay accurate, and the range goes up to 3" rather than stopping at 1".

What width should I cut my fabric?

Double the size of the Sasher. The number on the tool is the finished folded width, so a 2" Sasher takes a 4" strip, a 1¼" Sasher takes a 2½" strip, and a ¼" Sasher takes a ½" strip.

What size Sasher do I need for quilt binding?

For binding cut 2½" wide, use the 1¼" Sasher. For a thinner binding cut 2¼" wide, use the 1⅛" Sasher. Both are included in the Ultimate Set.

What's the difference between the Large Set and the Ultimate Set?

The Large Set had 10 Sashers. The Ultimate Set has 12: it adds the 3″ Sasher and the Magic Binding Tool, and every tool is colour coded by job.

Do Sashers work with any fabric?

They work best with good quality quilting cotton. Press gently rather than bearing down hard; the fabric feeds through more smoothly.

Do I need a special iron?

No, any iron works. Pauline recommends a mini iron because it fits into the curved edge of the Sasher.

Watch Pauline demonstrate the Sasher tools in the video below.

Making a Quilt As You Go quilt? Pair these with the Quilt As You Go Handbook, or browse the full Quilt As You Go range and all Sashers.

Roxanne Glue-Baste-It stands out as a versatile and effective tool in the realm of quilting and fabric crafts. Crafted as a 100% water-soluble fabric glue, it offers the convenience of easy cleanup since it washes out completely. This feature ensures that the glue does not leave any residue behind. This preserves the integrity and feel of your fabric projects.

One of its remarkable qualities is its versatility in application. Roxanne Glue-Baste-It can be set either with a hot iron or left to air dry for 20 to 30 minutes. This flexibility allows crafters to choose the method that best suits their project and timeline. Once set, the glue holds fabrics firmly in place until you decide to release it. This provides a secure bond without causing stiffness in the fabric.

Designed by Pauline Rogers, the glue comes with a practical two-way applicator. Upon removing the lid, users find a precision tip that facilitates accurate application for tasks like appliqué, securing chenille strips, or adhering quilt binding. This replaces the need for traditional pins in many applications. Conversely, flipping the glue reveals a sponge applicator under the base. This is ideal for spreading the glue evenly across larger surfaces such as quilt sashings in Quilt As You Go projects.

A notable advantage of using Roxanne Glue-Baste-It is its cost-effectiveness and time-saving benefits. By substituting it for products like Vliesofix or traditional pinning methods, crafters can streamline their workflow without compromising on quality. This makes it a preferred choice among quilters and sewists alike who value efficiency without compromising precision.

Roxanne Glue-Baste-It is not just a fabric glue; it's a game-changer in how fabric assembly and crafting can be approached. With its innovative design, ease of use, and reliable performance, it continues to earn its reputation as a must-have tool in any sewing or quilting toolkit.

size 1.5fl oz 44.36ml

Watch the video below where we take you through the benefits of the Roxanne Glue-Baste-It.