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Forum: Main
02-17-2015, 12:42 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 627
Posted By tortoisethreads

t shirt quilt

I'm working on my first t shirt quilt and im having tons of issues machine quilting it. I'm not new to quilting so this is really bugging me. I'm dealing with skipped stitches and shredding and...
Forum: Pictures
05-17-2011, 05:15 PM
Replies: 18
Views: 1,707
Posted By tortoisethreads

Well this was so much fun. I was able to teach...

Well this was so much fun. I was able to teach several kids and their moms.

the before pic
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Busy sewing
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spoiled dog quilting with me!
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Forum: Pictures
05-17-2011, 04:47 AM
Replies: 60
Views: 8,284
Posted By tortoisethreads

This was for a dear friend. It's a turning twenty...

This was for a dear friend. It's a turning twenty but made with about thirty fq's.
Forum: General Chit-Chat (non-quilting talk)
05-17-2011, 04:41 AM
Replies: 8
Views: 677
Posted By tortoisethreads

I'm busy getting machines ready and fabric cut...

I'm busy getting machines ready and fabric cut for lots of kids. (and some of the moms too) I've had so many requests for quilting help from eager moms and now their kids want to join in the fun....
Forum: Main
05-17-2011, 04:29 AM
Replies: 10
Views: 876
Posted By tortoisethreads

Hey Ell, when I use mine, I just adjust the...

Hey Ell, when I use mine, I just adjust the stitch length to a little longer. I don't start in the middle like I would with free motion quilting. Hope that helps and good luck.
Forum: Offline Events, Announcements, Discussions
05-16-2011, 05:08 PM
Replies: 153
Views: 8,539
Posted By tortoisethreads

I'm hoping to make it so count me as a probably!...

I'm hoping to make it so count me as a probably! Can't wait to meet everyone. Would it be okay to bring a "newbe" with me? She hasn't joined the group yet, but she sure is addicted to quilting...
Forum: Main
05-15-2011, 06:05 PM
Replies: 9
Views: 2,233
Posted By tortoisethreads

that's a tough one. I once used flannel for...

that's a tough one. I once used flannel for batting for a summer quilt and it was perfect, but that may not dry very quickly. I'm thinking no batting.
Forum: Main
05-04-2011, 05:05 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 758
Posted By tortoisethreads

Okay, so I'm doing my first applique quilt. It's...

Okay, so I'm doing my first applique quilt. It's a very old fashioned pattern, flower and tulip, but it's taking me forever just to prepare the pieces. I'm using the freezer paper meathod and I'm...
Forum: Main
04-20-2011, 06:01 PM
Replies: 13
Views: 1,890
Posted By tortoisethreads

This is sort of embarassing but I have to ask...I...

This is sort of embarassing but I have to ask...I have an old machine that I love. It's a Singer 15-91 and makes beautiful stitches. The problem is, it has a strange foot pedal. I don't think its a...
Forum: Main
04-20-2011, 05:31 PM
Replies: 11
Views: 2,807
Posted By tortoisethreads

I've made a few quilts using just flannel for the...

I've made a few quilts using just flannel for the batting. They turned out really nice and lightweight.
Forum: Main
04-12-2011, 05:18 AM
Replies: 4
Views: 722
Posted By tortoisethreads

I think you use what is comfortable and gives you...

I think you use what is comfortable and gives you the best stitches. I bought a very fancy frame and used it only once. I found my stitches look better when the quilt is in my lap.
Forum: Main
04-09-2011, 05:32 PM
Replies: 13
Views: 1,435
Posted By tortoisethreads

I love the zest my daughter has for quilting, but...

I love the zest my daughter has for quilting, but yikes! She is almost done with all the blocks, we worked together all day today on our projects :) She found the pattern on line at the Moda Bakery!...
Forum: Main
04-09-2011, 05:27 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 642
Posted By tortoisethreads

Have a blast!

Have a blast!
Forum: Main
04-09-2011, 05:38 AM
Replies: 38
Views: 6,965
Posted By tortoisethreads

I did std on 2 quilts and this happend...it drove...

I did std on 2 quilts and this happend...it drove me crazy. After that, I decided to only do free motion quilting. I tried different battings, different pressure everything. I know that doesn't help...
Forum: General Chit-Chat (non-quilting talk)
04-09-2011, 05:30 AM
Replies: 137
Views: 6,936
Posted By tortoisethreads

We also keep very large gardens! I love it! I try...

We also keep very large gardens! I love it! I try very hard to either eat local or grow my own. We also can and freeze. My hubby and I are close to starting an edible landscaping business...
Forum: Main
03-25-2011, 03:11 PM
Replies: 39
Views: 2,935
Posted By tortoisethreads

Gosh I also want to start one too, but I'm really...

Gosh I also want to start one too, but I'm really scared. I've been quilting for only a few years. I'm scared I actually could not make some of those blocks. Here's a question for you guys...are you...
Forum: Main
03-25-2011, 03:03 PM
Replies: 94
Views: 11,382
Posted By tortoisethreads

I agree with all. Quilts are about love and...

I agree with all. Quilts are about love and creativity...pick the colors you like! I had a quilt shop talk down to my 6yr old daughter for her choice in colors, I was horrified!!! I hope to post pics...
Forum: Main
03-24-2011, 03:32 PM
Replies: 77
Views: 9,344
Posted By tortoisethreads

Oh I use my quilts! i love to see them on all of...

Oh I use my quilts! i love to see them on all of our beds and couches.
Forum: Main
03-23-2011, 04:46 PM
Replies: 14
Views: 1,353
Posted By tortoisethreads

I just started on a quilt kit that my hubby got...

I just started on a quilt kit that my hubby got for me. I love it so far. He found it on ebay and it's wonderful fabric. I also love it because it's a pretty difficult block that i never would have...
Forum: Main
03-21-2011, 02:37 PM
Replies: 18
Views: 1,589
Posted By tortoisethreads

what kind of batting is it? I know with polyester...

what kind of batting is it? I know with polyester batting my spray doesn't work at all.
Forum: Main
03-20-2011, 07:17 PM
Replies: 0
Views: 573
Posted By tortoisethreads

Hey everyone, The greater Atlanta Shop Hop is...

Hey everyone, The greater Atlanta Shop Hop is coming up this week! Any Georgians going? I always look forward to this and this year will be very exciting because my daughter is joining me. (she's 6...
Forum: Main
03-19-2011, 06:45 PM
Replies: 11
Views: 1,962
Posted By tortoisethreads

So, I've been drooling over this quilt for a...

So, I've been drooling over this quilt for a while now and I'm feeling really inspired. I've been quilting for a couple of years and have done applique and a few "harder" blocks. I'm wondering how...
Forum: Pictures
03-06-2011, 08:21 AM
Replies: 5
Views: 910
Posted By tortoisethreads

It's been a while since I've posted anything. I...

It's been a while since I've posted anything. I was away from quilting for several months, but now I'm back and enjoying my passion again. Here are a few pics of some recent quilts. Oh and my...
Forum: Pictures
03-04-2011, 11:33 AM
Replies: 26
Views: 2,211
Posted By tortoisethreads

Yes keep them all.Until the Nazis used this...

Yes keep them all.Until the Nazis used this symbol, the swastika was used by many cultures throughout the past 3,000 years to represent life, sun, power, strength, and good luck.
Forum: For Vintage & Antique Machine Enthusiasts
12-14-2010, 07:01 PM
Replies: 65
Views: 13,022
Posted By tortoisethreads

I use my Singer 15-91 daily! I love her!

I use my Singer 15-91 daily! I love her!
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