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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

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 Ruler Silly Moon Quilting Co. Rulers Angela Walters Collection at Fat Quarter Shop Slip Mat Quilting 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.

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 work The tools I recommend to help you grip, glide, and guide with confidence Quilting posture and hand positioning tips Troubleshooting bumps, drags, and wobbly stitches How slowing down actually speeds up your quilting success My 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 Table Support that quilt! More space equals less frustration.Shop tables and extensions here (affiliate)

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 have My favorite rulers for swoops, straight lines, and simple grids How 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 machine My Juki TL18 – Love it for ruler quilting Meander Ruler – A beginner fave Angela Walters Rulers – Creative Grids Amanda Murphy Rulers Silly Moon Quilting Co. Grippy Spray – Keeps rulers in place Slip Mat Quilting 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

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/QuitingAcademy www.TheMelanieGrace.com www.SewMelanie.com www.ety.com/shop/TheMelanieGrace

In today’s episode, we’re rolling back the rotary cutter and diving into the fascinating evolution of quilting rulers! From hand-traced cardboard templates to acrylic innovations and ruler work quilting on domestic machines — we cover it all. You’ll learn:🧵 How the rotary cutter changed quilting forever in 1979📏 Why acrylic rulers became the gold standard in the 80s & 90s🪡 The rise of ruler work quilting on longarms and domestic machines🌏 The global innovation from Westalee Design and Sew Steady🎓 Why knowing the history empowers your modern quilt practice Links & Resources:🔗 Enroll in the Quilting with Rulers Academy — www.SewMelanie.com/academy🎥 Watch the tutorial series on YouTube — youtube.com/melaniegracemusic🧵 Shop quilting rulers & feet – affiliate links in the description! CTA:If you’ve got quilting rulers collecting dust, now’s your chance to learn how to use them with confidence. Join me in the Quilting With Rulers Academy today and bring those quilt tops to life! Let’s connect:📸 Instagram: @SewMelanie📧 Email List: Get weekly quilting tips at SewMelanie.com

Welcome to the Quilting with Rulers Podcast! The podcast dedicated to finishing quilts with our domestic machines! Discover the art of ruler quilting with Melanie Grace, founder of TheMelanieGrace brand and the Quilting with Rulers Academy. Each episode offers practical techniques, creative inspiration, and expert insights to help you create stunning quilting designs with precision and confidence. Whether you're new to ruler work or looking to enhance your skills, join our weekly episodes for tutorials, interviews, and tips that will transform your quilting projects. Subscribe now on your favorite podcast platform and be part of our growing community of creative quilters. Follow and Subscribe! https://www.sewmelanie.com https://www.instagram.com/TheMelanieGrace https://themelaniegrace.myflodesk.com/waitlist

Quilting with Rulers Podcast Unlock the secrets of precision quilting! Join your host as we dive deep into the world of ruler quilting, breaking down techniques, sharing inspiring stories, and empowering quilters of all levels to create stunning, professional-quality quilts. Whether you're just starting or looking to refine your skills, "Quilting with Rulers" is your go-to podcast for turning fabric into art. New episodes every week! 🧵 Transform your quilting. Master your craft. Create with confidence. #QuiltingPodcast #RulerQuilting #CreativeCrafts What You'll Discover:

In this episode I talk about my goals and dreams for the year of 2021 where I try to record the rest of my Christmas songs and release them this fall! I get a little distracted cuz I fear I have ADHD but I tried to stay on point as much as possible please head over to my mailing list and sign up so you can stay updated on the progress. Thanks for listening. Http://www.themelaniegrace.com

The first weekend in February was so much fun! My aunt and cousins came to town and I spent the day with my sister and my mom and them while we toured southern California starting at the cemetery driving past childhood homes shopping and ending with a tea party! Then on Sunday my husband and I took our kids to downtown Disney where we did some shopping were forced to wear face masks and spent tons of money even though the park was closed. Also I reopen my Etsy shop and you can now purchase yourself DIY macrame keychain sets and matching family masks.

I have a headache there's 15 days till Christmas and all I want to do is so and quilt and create. But I have to stand in office at work.

Are you sick and tired of Christmas music? then you're not going to like Carrie Underwood's new Christmas album. Because it's all the same songs that I've been sung before by everyone! enjoy my rant on Christmas music and why people need to start writing new Christmas music. I also shred some light on my dreams of doing a Christmas album and three of the song titles that I'm currently working on. That I'm currently working on. Here is the link to my Spotify playlist called "my kind of Christmas" https://open.spotify.com/playlist/3NBywSLBqAtpJni9CFt4qd?si=5FCB7UolRG6y4oCVeZcsEg

Come stop on by for a quick little chat about the Melanie Gray Show returning and tonight being election night.

Hey there everyone my apologies for not posting on podcast episode and over a month. Please enjoy this special episode where it's a song that I produced on GarageBand that I called that Pandemic. In the background you can hear my oldest son singing with me I hope you enjoy this while we are all cooped up inside during this quarantine due to covid19.

Head over to my website to see dinner images of the mortality rates of COVID19