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It sounds like you need an assistant! I don't blame you for feeling overwhelmed, It makes me tired just thinking about it. It is a great charity work you are doing but make sure to take time for yourself and your own quilting. You will get burned out if you continue at this pace. Sending you a hug ()
Personally, the pieces that I didn't put in my stash would not get the washer treatment even the stuff I was selling. Also, to cut down on time I would have a basket that collected the need to iron pieces and just do it once a week or so. And just iron for a certain amount of time even if I didn't get it all done. I also have been know to fold and store then iron as I need it. If I felt overwhelmed enough I would pass it on without sorting..... but that is the hardest to do LOL!
Good luck on finding a solution, I know how time consuming our projects are other than sitting at the sewing machine. My problem has always been the computer. This week I was updating my Artfire site..... 1 1/2 days GONE.... today I am going to sit in my room!
My DH made a comment about my stash one day that has stuck with me. He said why not let the quilt shop store your fabric and you go get it when you need it? Why bring it all home? LOL. I have cut down on my fabric stashing. I found less is better to get more quilts made.
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The man does have a point, doesn't he?Originally Posted by BellaBoo
(But I usually only buy stuff when it's on sale or close-outs - so the shop wouldn't be storing it any longer. But it is easier to work when one has some elbow room.)
Last edited by bearisgray; 05-12-2012 at 09:07 AM.
Very wise hubby, and actually probably saves a lot of money!
I think your DH is brilliant! That is exactly what I need to do.
I like this idea and will try to think of it when I am tempted to buy fabric I can't use for a while.
I agree with a few points made above:
1. wash only the stuff you plan on keeping. I'll bet you dollars to doughnuts when the other organizations receive fabrics, they wash them too, so it's probable the fabrics are being washed multiple times.
2. delegate! ask for volunteers. If you struggle to find anyone to help, maybe make it an event or party with a couple of snacks, drinks, and silly little door prizes from the dollar store. If it becomes a fun social activity instead of a boring chore, you will end up with lots of "helpers".
Peckish aka Peggi
http://www.seamstobeyouandme.com
I second that!
You need help. Surely someone can help you-like fabric or not. You don't want to ruin your happiness in sewing. I use to sew for people and I got so overwelmed that I didn't sew or look at my stash or machines for over 2 years. I will never do that again.
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