How to Sew Improv Curves Without Pins: The Finger Pinning Method

In this video, I’m excited to share my "secret weapon" for sewing improv curves: finger pinning. I’ve moved away from using traditional pins entirely, and I'll show you how this technique allows for a much more fluid and faster quilting process. Join me as I walk you through this method step-by-step! Video Highlights & Timestamps 00:00 - Intro & Sponsor Shout outs: A big thanks to Cherrywood Fabrics and the Estelle Center for Creative Arts for sponsoring this video! 01:03 - Why I Ditched the Pins: How a double wedding ring quilt pattern taught me that I could sew curves with zero pins. 02:14 - Adding the First Pieces: A look at the two ways I add fabric—trimming before or after sewing. 02:54 - The Finger Pinning Technique: Watch how I use my fingers and thumb to align raw edges exactly where pins would go. 03:41 - Cutting Tips: My method for cutting seam lines with both fabric pieces facing right-side-up. 05:34 - Shaping as You Go: Using finger pinning to build and shape the outer edges of an oval or circle. 08:50 - The Monthly Community Challenge: Sharing the "Quilt Like an Artist" challenge and how we all use the same "ingredients" to create different art. 10:18 - 100 Day Challenge & Custom Fabric: I'm designing a new print every day! Plus, how community members can design their own Spoonflower fabric. 14:48 - A Pro-Tip for Fingers: Remember, your fingers are the pins now—just be careful not to sew over them! 16:56 - Preventing Puckers: Why I always keep the flexible concave piece on top to ensure a smooth, flat finish. Links Mentioned in This Video Cherrywood Fabrics: https://cherrywoodfabrics.com/ Color Camp at Estelle Center: https://estellecreativearts.com/knitt... Spoonflower - Antler Crown Girl Collection: https://www.spoonflower.com/collectio... Quilt Like an Artist Community: https://quilt-like-an-artist-communit... I can't wait to see if finger pinning changes your quilting as much as it did mine. Let me know in the comments if you've tried sewing curves this way! Additional Upcoming Workshops: https://www.quiltlikeanartist.com/wor... ----------------------- How to Order my fabrics on Spoonflower:    • Avoiding the Pitfalls! How to Navigate Spo...   ----------------------- Check out my skin tone fabrics at Cherrywood Fabrics: https://cherrywoodfabrics.com/collect... ----------------------- The QUILT SHOW: If you want to watch my episode it's #3708 https://thequiltshow.com/watch/art-qu... If you are not already a member you can sign up for a 7-day Free Trial (cancel anytime) https://thequiltshow.com/membership/t... ----------------------- You can find all my other 'quilty' things here: Website: https://quiltlikeanartist.com Spoonflower Fabrics: https://www.spoonflower.com/profiles/... Newsletter: https://quiltlikeanartist.com/subscri... Quilty Scarves: https://www.quiltlikeanartist.com/sca... Art Prints & Gifts: https://fineartamerica.com/profiles/j... Books: https://www.amazon.com/stores/Jamie-K... Sewing Patterns:https://www.quiltlikeanartist.com/scr... ------------------- Like the music? Find my playlist with some of the music I've used here: https://share.epidemicsound.com/qhe73... © Jamie Kalvestran Design 2025. All rights reserved. This channel and all of its content, including videos, audio, graphics, and other materials, are the intellectual property of Jamie Kalvestran Design LLC and are protected by copyright laws. Unauthorized reproduction, redistribution, or reuploading of any content from this channel without written permission is strictly prohibited. However, sharing direct links to the videos or the channel is encouraged and appreciated. #quilting #improvquilting #sewingcurves #artquilts #textileart #quiltlikeanartist