What I learned about quilting
01-22-2013, 06:44 AM
#31
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wad it up and throw it in the trash
OH NO! Please don't. Read all the posts about giving things to animal shelters. But the better place, to me, would be to give it to St. Vinney's or Good Will. I have picked up at least 4 quilt tops at those places and finished them and then re-donated them. (On one I had to take out whole rows, but the sewing was so bad that it wasn't hard to do that.) That way at least your work that you have already put into it will be of some use to someone.
OH NO! Please don't. Read all the posts about giving things to animal shelters. But the better place, to me, would be to give it to St. Vinney's or Good Will. I have picked up at least 4 quilt tops at those places and finished them and then re-donated them. (On one I had to take out whole rows, but the sewing was so bad that it wasn't hard to do that.) That way at least your work that you have already put into it will be of some use to someone.
01-22-2013, 07:02 AM
#32
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...maybe that is where my pin cushion ended -- your pooch! I have looked everywhere. I know I had that one! I can seen it in my head but it is no where. I had to go buy special needles.
Originally Posted by Dragonomine
I've learned that my dog loves chewing on my pin cushion. lol
01-22-2013, 07:08 AM
#33
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Originally Posted by maviskw
wad it up and throw it in the trash
OH NO! Please don't. Read all the posts about giving things to animal shelters. But the better place, to me, would be to give it to St. Vinney's or Good Will. I have picked up at least 4 quilt tops at those places and finished them and then re-donated them. (On one I had to take out whole rows, but the sewing was so bad that it wasn't hard to do that.) That way at least your work that you have already put into it will be of some use to someone.
OH NO! Please don't. Read all the posts about giving things to animal shelters. But the better place, to me, would be to give it to St. Vinney's or Good Will. I have picked up at least 4 quilt tops at those places and finished them and then re-donated them. (On one I had to take out whole rows, but the sewing was so bad that it wasn't hard to do that.) That way at least your work that you have already put into it will be of some use to someone.
You seriously have permission to just wad it up and pitch it in the trash if you're totally done with it. If you want to salvage or redeem it in some way, you have permission to do that too.
01-22-2013, 07:45 AM
#34
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Originally Posted by kay carlson
I have learned that spending time on the quilting board quiets my soul, improves my outlook, and begins to teach me that there are so many ways to do things. Thanks!
01-22-2013, 07:52 AM
#36
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Originally Posted by ceannastahr
What I have learned about quilting in the past few years;
1. Daisy chaining small pieces for quilt blocks saves a lot of thread: and, creates a new toy/game for the puppy if it slides off the back of the desk.
2. A fingernail is a great tool. Placed in that elusive groove it makes it easy to guide fabric for 1/4" seams; unfortunately, it does tend to break. Replacements take forever.
3. Die cutting pieces is a wonderful time saver: and, the unattended mat makes a great chew toy.
4. Instruction manuals give great information once you learn the language.
5. Directions are only suggestions; follow only when they apply - sort of like speed limits.
6. When a "mess up" isn't seen until the guilt top is done - just say you're following ancient traditions. A flaw must be present to avoid upsetting the gods.
1. Daisy chaining small pieces for quilt blocks saves a lot of thread: and, creates a new toy/game for the puppy if it slides off the back of the desk.
2. A fingernail is a great tool. Placed in that elusive groove it makes it easy to guide fabric for 1/4" seams; unfortunately, it does tend to break. Replacements take forever.
3. Die cutting pieces is a wonderful time saver: and, the unattended mat makes a great chew toy.
4. Instruction manuals give great information once you learn the language.
5. Directions are only suggestions; follow only when they apply - sort of like speed limits.
6. When a "mess up" isn't seen until the guilt top is done - just say you're following ancient traditions. A flaw must be present to avoid upsetting the gods.
01-22-2013, 09:13 AM
#38
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Location: In the mountains near Black Hawk, CO
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Brilliant observations! Mine are slightly modified, since I have an older dog who doesn't mess with my quilting, but 2 cats who do. They go to prison (a closed room) when I'm laying blocks out on the floor for assembly!
01-22-2013, 10:21 AM
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You have hit the nail on the head. This morning I was trying to top stitch around a Bow Tucks bag I was making - first the bobbin spit out extra thread, then the machine decided to go back into bobbin threading mode and it took some effort to get started, then I broke a needle and I still couldn't get over the hump on the bag and the bobbin ran out of thread. That's when I decided to quit, besides I had to take DH to an eye Dr. appt. Oh well, perhaps this afternoon will be better.
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