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Forum: Main
12-21-2019, 08:25 AM
Replies: 18
Views: 2,523
Posted By vickig626

I agree. My personal perfect potato is wash the...

I agree. My personal perfect potato is wash the potato, leave wet and roll up in a paper towel. place in bag. I usually use 2 medium potatoes at a time. Cook on high 4 minutes, let cool down, flip...
Forum: Main
08-29-2019, 03:57 AM
Replies: 17
Views: 3,448
Posted By vickig626

that's great info. Thanks! Does Retayne have a...

that's great info. Thanks! Does Retayne have a shelf life? I've had a bottle for several years and only used it on a small project. I have about half a bottle left.
Forum: Main
02-17-2019, 05:52 AM
Replies: 18
Views: 1,794
Posted By vickig626

I've used a thinner muslin that can be used as...

I've used a thinner muslin that can be used as the foundation. then I don't have to tear away any paper. it does make the block a little heavier but, for a quilt, that's ok.
Forum: Main
10-20-2018, 06:32 AM
Replies: 12
Views: 3,861
Posted By vickig626

Yes, we've seen special little notes attached....

Yes, we've seen special little notes attached. some are even just a pretty handwritten note and those are also left on.
(former blanketeer)
Forum: Main
10-20-2018, 06:30 AM
Replies: 12
Views: 3,861
Posted By vickig626

The P/L labels are not just given out to anyone....

The P/L labels are not just given out to anyone. The blankets are counted so they know how many have gone out to the groups / families in need. Once you've been a "blanketeer" for a while, the...
Forum: Main
09-03-2018, 03:43 AM
Replies: 26
Views: 25,944
Posted By vickig626

I saw this at a local shop and told the guy I...

I saw this at a local shop and told the guy I could buy a new car with that LOL He agreed and laughed too but said it does everything. well, it doesn't make coffee "yet" LOL I'm perfectly happy with...
Forum: Main
08-14-2018, 06:27 AM
Replies: 22
Views: 2,485
Posted By vickig626

Country Stitches in Lansing, MI, is an awesome...

Country Stitches in Lansing, MI, is an awesome shop. It has everything you need from machines to tons of fabric, rulers, etc.

http://countrystitches.com/quilt-shop
Forum: Pictures
08-10-2018, 03:39 AM
Replies: 37
Views: 3,735
Posted By vickig626

I love it too. I currently have a doxie and have...

I love it too. I currently have a doxie and have a couple before. I love this breed. Very entertaining and lovable.
I need to find this fabric too.
06-01-2018, 06:01 AM
Replies: 27
Views: 2,741
Posted By vickig626

My son had this problem at his front door (all...

My son had this problem at his front door (all glass). nothing seemed to work until he printed a picture of an owl and taped it to the window. that solved the problem. earlier this year, he had a...
03-01-2018, 09:43 AM
Replies: 36
Views: 3,787
Posted By vickig626

when we put down laminate flooring down, I read...

when we put down laminate flooring down, I read that to avoid the scratches from the chairs, buy the rubber wheels.

these are the ones I bought for mine. you just have to see what size the stem...
Forum: Main
02-26-2018, 10:12 AM
Replies: 30
Views: 5,533
Posted By vickig626

I actually made some of these for my last craft...

I actually made some of these for my last craft fair and sold a few. those wanting them were excited to find that I had them. I included a colorful carabiner for attaching to a belt loop. could also...
02-15-2018, 10:10 AM
Replies: 18
Views: 2,306
Posted By vickig626

Sewing is very helpful for distracting my mind...

Sewing is very helpful for distracting my mind from my fibromyalgia pain. Although if I sew too long, the fibro lets me know it's time for a break. I believe this works.
Forum: Main
02-15-2018, 09:52 AM
Replies: 25
Views: 3,308
Posted By vickig626

I like this one from June Tailor - works great...

I like this one from June Tailor - works great when dealing with quite a few blocks.
...
Forum: Main
02-15-2018, 09:40 AM
Replies: 16
Views: 2,503
Posted By vickig626

this is what I do but used pins to hold in place....

this is what I do but used pins to hold in place. Love the clips though. that would probably work better. I'll start using them from now on. thanks for the tip!!
11-29-2017, 06:00 AM
Replies: 17
Views: 1,801
Posted By vickig626

you could always look for a doxie rescue near...

you could always look for a doxie rescue near you. that's how I got Chip and he's purebred. he was picked up as a stray. mutts are pretty cool too.
11-27-2017, 04:58 PM
Replies: 17
Views: 1,801
Posted By vickig626

the tan (blonde) color is gorgeous. that's what I...

the tan (blonde) color is gorgeous. that's what I was looking for (blonde long-hair) but wouldn't trade my Chip for the world. makes me laugh everyday.
11-20-2017, 05:45 AM
Replies: 17
Views: 1,801
Posted By vickig626

Love Crusoe and Odie. been following them for a...

Love Crusoe and Odie. been following them for a few years now.

Odie looks a lot like my Chip - who is also a bit of a goofball.

The first pic is of Chip who rescued me back in 2011. The 2nd...
Forum: Main
09-07-2017, 07:55 AM
Replies: 20
Views: 14,915
Posted By vickig626

I bought this one but haven't made it yet. looks...

I bought this one but haven't made it yet. looks fairly easy. You might even check your local quilt shop to see if they're carrying it. My local one has it. I bought mine from etsy.

Doxies are...
08-02-2017, 04:52 PM
Replies: 54
Views: 11,743
Posted By vickig626

totally agree with you. If I'm going to do some...

totally agree with you. If I'm going to do some major sewing, I'm comfortable with my computerized Baby Lock Symphony. I like all the bells & whistles on it.

Since this was an unexpected gift, I...
08-01-2017, 07:04 AM
Replies: 54
Views: 11,743
Posted By vickig626

I was lucky enough to have this one gifted to me...

I was lucky enough to have this one gifted to me by a friend. Never thought I wanted one but, now, would never part with it. Mine is a 221 from 1939 and very, very small. you can see it compared to...
Forum: Main
07-30-2017, 05:27 AM
Replies: 29
Views: 10,984
Posted By vickig626

Thanks for your tips. Guess Machingers will be my...

Thanks for your tips. Guess Machingers will be my next notions purchase.
Forum: Main
07-29-2017, 06:35 AM
Replies: 29
Views: 10,984
Posted By vickig626

Having fibro also, I know exactly what you mean....

Having fibro also, I know exactly what you mean. We don't have the same strength as those with healthier muscles so quilting is challenge for me too. I've been thinking about getting the Supreme...
Forum: Main
06-11-2017, 09:31 AM
Replies: 22
Views: 4,650
Posted By vickig626

I googled it and it was the 3rd or 4th link...

I googled it and it was the 3rd or 4th link down....
http://www.mommamadeitquiltshop.com/shop/Notions/Adhesives--Stabilizers-/p/Seam-Align-x17510204.htm

I don't have any luck with Roxanne's baste...
Forum: Main
05-27-2017, 05:46 AM
Replies: 32
Views: 14,461
Posted By vickig626

My tip is to spritz the papers which will wet...

My tip is to spritz the papers which will wet them enough to easily remove. yes, it still takes some time but this works best for me. Love the quilt !!
Forum: Main
05-09-2017, 12:48 PM
Replies: 25
Views: 3,835
Posted By vickig626

as some have said, I'm not crazy about either...

as some have said, I'm not crazy about either fabric for this project (although cute fabrics). do you have enough leftover pieces to make a piano key border? use a narrow white border to frame the...
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