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Forum: Main
06-18-2017, 08:52 AM
Replies: 23
Views: 3,880
Posted By mirish2

Thanks for your input. The sale will not be...

Thanks for your input. The sale will not be until the end of July, I'm hoping her husband is more ready to let things go at that point. I agree that $12 per pound is high, but he keeps saying "look...
Forum: Main
06-15-2017, 10:20 AM
Replies: 23
Views: 3,880
Posted By mirish2

By the pound??

I am clearing out my best friend's stash after her death. There are lots of fabrics, patterns, etc. Her husband wants to have a sale. Have any of you sold fabric by the pound? I think I came...
Forum: Main
05-29-2017, 09:31 AM
Replies: 45
Views: 6,594
Posted By mirish2

Another thought or two. I have made over-sized...

Another thought or two. I have made over-sized tote bags for both the women's shelter and DCFS. Both groups usually arrive with no "real" luggage. I also, have made pillow cases for local families...
Forum: Main
05-29-2017, 06:12 AM
Replies: 45
Views: 6,594
Posted By mirish2

I would encourage you to find a spot locally. ...

I would encourage you to find a spot locally. When you ship you quilts off, you never know how they will be used. Also, local giving eliminates the need to pay shipping and postage. The ideas...
Forum: Pictures
05-13-2017, 05:38 AM
Replies: 63
Views: 9,263
Posted By mirish2

I have that pattern but have never used it. You...

I have that pattern but have never used it. You have inspired me with your beautiful work.
Forum: General Chit-Chat (non-quilting talk)
05-13-2017, 05:33 AM
Replies: 34
Views: 4,030
Posted By mirish2

I am 72 and like you have mucho stuff from...

I am 72 and like you have mucho stuff from different craft forays. My best friend just passed away and I promised to handle her collection. I know some of the places that she wants it to go. I...
Forum: Pictures
05-06-2017, 07:04 AM
Replies: 68
Views: 5,138
Posted By mirish2

What a clever use of pattern/backing fabric. ...

What a clever use of pattern/backing fabric. Good job.
Forum: Recipes
04-17-2017, 05:03 AM
Replies: 17
Views: 2,388
Posted By mirish2

In my home area, we have a cake recipe that is...

In my home area, we have a cake recipe that is called "dead cake," because it is fast to whip up for funerals. It requires one box of ONE-STEP angel food cake mix. Yes, the one-step is important....
Forum: General Chit-Chat (non-quilting talk)
03-26-2017, 10:01 AM
Replies: 60
Views: 4,326
Posted By mirish2

The mother of my nephew's child named my grand...

The mother of my nephew's child named my grand niece "clementine" because that was what she at and craved during pregnancy
Forum: General Chit-Chat (non-quilting talk)
03-08-2017, 05:58 AM
Replies: 120
Views: 13,188
Posted By mirish2

My sister did it in hopes of connecting with a...

My sister did it in hopes of connecting with a child that she placed for adoption.
Forum: Main
03-02-2017, 05:30 AM
Replies: 13
Views: 2,484
Posted By mirish2

I love my Martelli cutters and mat. I agree that...

I love my Martelli cutters and mat. I agree that 8 to ten layers is about the limit for cutting accuracy. Different fabrics have different wts. The pile can get wobbly at a certain point.
Forum: Pictures
02-05-2017, 08:57 AM
Replies: 26
Views: 4,398
Posted By mirish2

Good use of a panel. There seem to be more and...

Good use of a panel. There seem to be more and more panels today, thanks for one interpretation.
Forum: Offline Events, Announcements, Discussions
02-02-2017, 11:55 AM
Replies: 3
Views: 1,005
Posted By mirish2

Met another QB member

I met Becky W from the QB at a retreat this weekend. It is so much fun to meet people in person. The retreat was great, lots of sewing, fun and good food.
Forum: Main
01-23-2017, 09:34 AM
Replies: 16
Views: 3,444
Posted By mirish2

My SIL does quilts for charity at her church...

My SIL does quilts for charity at her church (Lutheran World Relief) If a fabric is okay after washing they will use them as liners (in place of batting). some of their quilts go to warmer climates...
Forum: Offline Events, Announcements, Discussions
01-18-2017, 06:57 AM
Replies: 4
Views: 1,012
Posted By mirish2

Durwood Glen was a monastery. It is now used as...

Durwood Glen was a monastery. It is now used as an event center. Beautiful wooded area. Large sewing room and great food cooked by retreat planner.
Forum: Offline Events, Announcements, Discussions
01-18-2017, 06:54 AM
Replies: 11
Views: 2,717
Posted By mirish2

sounds great, wish I were closer

sounds great, wish I were closer
Forum: Offline Events, Announcements, Discussions
01-14-2017, 09:36 AM
Replies: 4
Views: 1,012
Posted By mirish2

It is just north (6 miles) of Merrimac, east of...

It is just north (6 miles) of Merrimac, east of Baraboo.
Forum: Offline Events, Announcements, Discussions
01-12-2017, 02:36 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 1,012
Posted By mirish2

Wisconsin Quilt Retreat

Still time to fly the coop
Quilt retreat 1/27-29 of 2017at Durward's Glen in the beautiful Baraboo Bluffs of Wisconsin.
$250 gives you a project to inspire, lessons to learn, and time to ...
Forum: General Chit-Chat (non-quilting talk)
12-30-2016, 06:36 AM
Replies: 17
Views: 2,935
Posted By mirish2

I really enjoy Erik Larsen's books The Devil in...

I really enjoy Erik Larsen's books The Devil in the White City was the first one I read. His latest on the sinking of the Luisitania(sp?) was great.
Forum: General Chit-Chat (non-quilting talk)
11-24-2016, 12:15 PM
Replies: 26
Views: 3,213
Posted By mirish2

Great project--I have a doll that I received in...

Great project--I have a doll that I received in 1954. she has a broken leg, maybe, I should repair her.
Forum: Main
11-02-2016, 11:15 AM
Replies: 17
Views: 9,845
Posted By mirish2

Good point Francies41. dryer sheets do cause a...

Good point Francies41. dryer sheets do cause a build up in the dryer, Fabric softeners cause a build up in your washer. If you are washing polar fleece do not use either one and do not use liquid...
Forum: General Chit-Chat (non-quilting talk)
10-26-2016, 05:41 AM
Replies: 45
Views: 4,660
Posted By mirish2

Have 2 sons and 2 nephews living on their "own." ...

Have 2 sons and 2 nephews living on their "own." One yr, I did a sewing box in a small Tupperware container. I included small scissors, black and white thread, packet of needles, generic buttons and...
Forum: Pictures
10-23-2016, 05:19 AM
Replies: 58
Views: 7,516
Posted By mirish2

I have a bolt of that fabric. You've given me a...

I have a bolt of that fabric. You've given me a great motivation to cut it up.
Forum: Pictures
10-04-2016, 11:59 AM
Replies: 29
Views: 4,040
Posted By mirish2

try again, I meant to say your quilt is beautiful.

try again, I meant to say your quilt is beautiful.
Forum: Pictures
10-04-2016, 11:59 AM
Replies: 29
Views: 4,040
Posted By mirish2

What a lucky family. Your great is beautiful. I...

What a lucky family. Your great is beautiful. I find that using a multi-stitch zig-zag and lengthening the stitch gives me the best result for machine binding.
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