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Forum: Main
02-07-2017, 05:21 PM
Replies: 15
Views: 2,031
Posted By helenhiwater

Along with slides, you might make a mini quilt...

Along with slides, you might make a mini quilt (24"x 24"?) for display using the same layout.
Forum: Pictures
02-06-2017, 03:57 PM
Replies: 46
Views: 7,119
Posted By helenhiwater

2017 challenge??!! You people are fast workers!

2017 challenge??!! You people are fast workers!
Forum: Main
02-06-2017, 03:50 PM
Replies: 21
Views: 2,503
Posted By helenhiwater

Addendum: I usually make traditional patterns,...

Addendum: I usually make traditional patterns, such as "Flying Geese", or make up my own. I have one UFO from years ago with a pattern based on a picture in a magazine ad. What do you do if you...
Forum: General Chit-Chat (non-quilting talk)
01-06-2015, 08:03 AM
Replies: 22
Views: 2,201
Posted By helenhiwater

I think the important thing is to keep the same...

I think the important thing is to keep the same value (light-dark) set of colors. If you find your favorite color in the paint store and look to the right and left in the same row, most colors...
Forum: General Chit-Chat (non-quilting talk)
03-01-2014, 07:57 PM
Replies: 34
Views: 7,108
Posted By helenhiwater

Good thing the Joanne's here is right next door...

Good thing the Joanne's here is right next door to Harbor Freight.
Forum: General Chit-Chat (non-quilting talk)
02-22-2014, 07:28 AM
Replies: 16
Views: 1,569
Posted By helenhiwater

Since it is Mardi Gras, what about the walkers...

Since it is Mardi Gras, what about the walkers carry patchwork umbrellas with fun tassels? I would just make some kind of temporary cover since it is only one day. Maybe make some cute doggy coats...
Forum: Main
02-12-2014, 06:16 PM
Replies: 51
Views: 6,221
Posted By helenhiwater

You are all so lucky to have a local library. ...

You are all so lucky to have a local library. Our small town lost ours years ago. The Senior Center keeps a couple of shelves of books, but the younger generation doesn't have access. We were...
Forum: General Chit-Chat (non-quilting talk)
02-01-2014, 08:03 AM
Replies: 27
Views: 2,361
Posted By helenhiwater

I think clotheslines are called "solar driers"...

I think clotheslines are called "solar driers" now. Very politically correct. At least the store still stocks clothes pins. My neighbors envy me mine.
Forum: General Chit-Chat (non-quilting talk)
12-28-2013, 07:55 AM
Replies: 31
Views: 3,710
Posted By helenhiwater

Three years ago we tore down our old crummy...

Three years ago we tore down our old crummy trailer in order to put in a new modular dream home. We lived in the garage for three months with a port-a-potty and went to the gym for showers. The...
Forum: General Chit-Chat (non-quilting talk)
12-28-2013, 07:46 AM
Replies: 22
Views: 4,623
Posted By helenhiwater

Power outages can be terrible because of no heat,...

Power outages can be terrible because of no heat, and in our case, no water from the well. Thank goodness the the last serious one we had was in spring due to high winds for three days. No problem...
Forum: General Chit-Chat (non-quilting talk)
12-12-2013, 07:56 AM
Replies: 15
Views: 2,750
Posted By helenhiwater

I don't see a picture either, but years ago we...

I don't see a picture either, but years ago we bought a folding clothes drying rack for laundry made out of wooden dowels that might make a nice display rack for quilts if that is what you are...
Forum: Main
11-22-2013, 01:34 PM
Replies: 35
Views: 9,137
Posted By helenhiwater

In my opinion, skinny petite women look great in...

In my opinion, skinny petite women look great in short jackets. Those of us with more cushioning need something closer to hip length. I would add a band with batting and continue the pattern for...
Forum: Main
11-22-2013, 01:27 PM
Replies: 33
Views: 6,913
Posted By helenhiwater

It looks like trapunto to me. You make a design...

It looks like trapunto to me. You make a design with thick yarn and quilt around it.
Forum: Main
11-02-2013, 06:41 AM
Replies: 128
Views: 11,681
Posted By helenhiwater

Oriental Quilt

I just finished making a herd of ponies for Etsy and want to get back to the main quilt I've been working on for months. The colors in real life are a lot brighter than the picture. I hope the...
Forum: General Chit-Chat (non-quilting talk)
09-15-2013, 06:03 AM
Replies: 35
Views: 3,358
Posted By helenhiwater

Whenever I start a project, I am always running...

Whenever I start a project, I am always running out for "one more thing". That is where most of my stash came from. For me, saving money is carefully pricing things out, figuring a budget and...
Forum: General Chit-Chat (non-quilting talk)
09-06-2013, 08:07 AM
Replies: 28
Views: 2,783
Posted By helenhiwater

I recently tried to find cloth diapers for my...

I recently tried to find cloth diapers for my daughters first baby, because even if you don't use them for the obvious, they make excellent burp rags, floor mops, etc. and a must-have when you run...
Forum: General Chit-Chat (non-quilting talk)
09-01-2013, 06:43 AM
Replies: 10
Views: 2,773
Posted By helenhiwater

Thread Trimmer

I was at a show a couple of months ago where one of the demonstrators talked up this wonderful electric seam ripper gadget she had. I looked it up on line and found out that her gadget was a small...
Forum: Main
09-01-2013, 06:18 AM
Replies: 24
Views: 4,040
Posted By helenhiwater

I agree that small items are easily the most...

I agree that small items are easily the most likely to sell, but if you REALLY want to make a quilt, you might consider a raffle. That way, people wouldn't be spending more than $5 for a ticket. ...
Forum: General Chit-Chat (non-quilting talk)
08-19-2013, 09:29 AM
Replies: 9
Views: 1,380
Posted By helenhiwater

We have fleece sheets we got at WallyWorld. My...

We have fleece sheets we got at WallyWorld. My husband loves them, but I think they feel clammy. Flannel is nicer.
Forum: General Chit-Chat (non-quilting talk)
08-19-2013, 09:22 AM
Replies: 7
Views: 1,751
Posted By helenhiwater

Out here in the boonies, you ask at the counter...

Out here in the boonies, you ask at the counter how long it takes for overnight delivery. The answer is "about five days". Somebody at the main city sorting station is messing up too. I have had...
Forum: Main
08-19-2013, 09:10 AM
Replies: 49
Views: 5,556
Posted By helenhiwater

Personally, I don't see a problem with mixing...

Personally, I don't see a problem with mixing cotton flannel and cotton quilting fabric if you pre-washed. Stretchy fabric makes me nervous in any quilt unless you stabilize it first.
Forum: General Chit-Chat (non-quilting talk)
08-12-2013, 10:12 AM
Replies: 16
Views: 2,690
Posted By helenhiwater

Add the word "song" to your search and you come...

Add the word "song" to your search and you come up with the artist, Bobby Bloom.
Forum: General Chit-Chat (non-quilting talk)
08-07-2013, 06:32 AM
Replies: 31
Views: 3,454
Posted By helenhiwater

We bought one about 3 years ago and love it. ...

We bought one about 3 years ago and love it. Excellent insulation and solid construction. Also have fire-resistant siding because of our area. The only problems are that the VA no longer finances...
Forum: General Chit-Chat (non-quilting talk)
08-05-2013, 04:31 AM
Replies: 40
Views: 3,732
Posted By helenhiwater

I never liked Inspector Morse that much, but...

I never liked Inspector Morse that much, but Brother Cadfael is awesome!
Forum: General Chit-Chat (non-quilting talk)
08-02-2013, 10:17 AM
Replies: 38
Views: 5,219
Posted By helenhiwater

I sell "my little ponies" at anime conventions...

I sell "my little ponies" at anime conventions for $65. It is what my time is worth, because I hand-embroider the eyes and cutie marks. DO remember the cost of your time. I give myself $10/hour. ...
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