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Forum: Main
07-17-2013, 05:30 AM
Replies: 5
Views: 2,482
Posted By Dutchgirl

Thank you. Yes. I understand how to order the...

Thank you. Yes. I understand how to order the issue but just wanted to ask the experts if that was the best way (cheapest way) to get the pattern. :)
Forum: Main
07-17-2013, 05:16 AM
Replies: 5
Views: 2,482
Posted By Dutchgirl

Quilt pattern: Raspberry Dessert from Quiltmaker's May/June 2011

I am looking for a pattern in Quiltmaker's May/June 2011 issue. It is called Raspberry Dessert. I am a beginning quilter and don't really know if I can do this. Is the best way to get a copy of...
Forum: Main
04-26-2013, 10:05 AM
Replies: 14
Views: 1,338
Posted By Dutchgirl

If you have used glue in place of basting....

If you use glue instead of basting or pinning - when you sew through the places where there is glue - does it make the needle sticky?

I have been very curious about this.

Thanks
Forum: Pictures
04-17-2013, 03:34 PM
Replies: 49
Views: 2,686
Posted By Dutchgirl

Thank you all for your lovely sentiments! I was...

Thank you all for your lovely sentiments! I was amazed to see so many responses. I appreciate the encouragement too.
Forum: Pictures
04-17-2013, 08:56 AM
Replies: 49
Views: 2,686
Posted By Dutchgirl

My First Quilt top ! Finished!

This is my first quilt top. It is an extra long twin - for the couch in front of the TV.
I followed Craftsy Block of the Month 2012 - for the most part... changed it a bit and
only did 18 blocks...
Forum: Main
03-26-2013, 09:17 AM
Replies: 6
Views: 913
Posted By Dutchgirl

NJ Quilter.... that is what I was thinking that...

NJ Quilter.... that is what I was thinking that if I trim all the sashed blocks to the same size it will take care of the problem. I want to sash each block with small sashing strips vs. a long one...
Forum: Main
03-26-2013, 06:47 AM
Replies: 6
Views: 913
Posted By Dutchgirl

First quilt, advice on sashing

I am making my first quilt top. (The Craftsy BOM 2012) I have decided to do sashing and cornerstones. Are there any tips anyone can share on how to do this. Most of my blocks turned out to be the...
Forum: Main
03-18-2013, 12:16 PM
Replies: 20
Views: 1,456
Posted By Dutchgirl

Would like to learn FMQ! How??

How do I get started learning free motion quilting? Looking specifically for something on-line or books that are helpful. i am not sure there is a class in my area - even if there was I don't have...
Forum: Main
01-28-2013, 01:03 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 9,541
Posted By Dutchgirl

Brother Simplicity Sewing Machine, models SB3129 or SB700T

Just looking to see if there is any feedback or personal reviews on either of these. I am a beginning quilter and am looking for a few extra features than my Janome Gem 2 offers, needle up/down,...
Forum: Main
12-29-2012, 01:07 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 833
Posted By Dutchgirl

So the Janome Jem Gold (it is a lightweight...

So the Janome Jem Gold (it is a lightweight machine) will be adequate for quilting???
Forum: Main
12-29-2012, 12:27 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 833
Posted By Dutchgirl

First quilt, a question about doing the quilting

I am making my first quilt (I have been following the 2012 BOM class on Craftsy). I still have half of the blocks to make but now am thinking ahead to doing the actual quilting. I have a very basic...
Forum: Main
08-21-2008, 11:10 AM
Replies: 3
Views: 851
Posted By Dutchgirl

I would like to print a photo on the label -...

I would like to print a photo on the label - where do I get the fabric that I can print on using my printer at home??

Also if anyone has any tips or recs please share!! i've never done this...
Forum: Pictures
08-03-2008, 07:53 AM
Replies: 13
Views: 1,568
Posted By Dutchgirl

Just wanted to say thanks for all the help and...

Just wanted to say thanks for all the help and advice. I haven't been around as I have been very busy quilting. I wanted to share some pics to show you my progress. All the piecing and quilting has...
Forum: Main
08-03-2008, 07:49 AM
Replies: 7
Views: 1,439
Posted By Dutchgirl

Does anyone have a link for instructions about...

Does anyone have a link for instructions about doing a binding on a quilt?


Also, I'd like to put a label on the back since the quilt is a gift.... how do I do that?? Do I start with something...
Forum: Main
06-17-2008, 06:29 AM
Replies: 2
Views: 812
Posted By Dutchgirl

Can anyone recommend a stitch to use for hand...

Can anyone recommend a stitch to use for hand embroidered lettering and numbering on the front of a quilt? I would like for it to be very visible. I've never embroidered so I don't know all the...
Forum: Pictures
06-10-2008, 02:02 PM
Replies: 26
Views: 1,925
Posted By Dutchgirl

I haven't fused the silhouette yet so I can still...

I haven't fused the silhouette yet so I can still change things - make things bigger etc....
Forum: Pictures
06-10-2008, 01:51 PM
Replies: 26
Views: 1,925
Posted By Dutchgirl

This is a wall hanging for my parents 40th...

This is a wall hanging for my parents 40th anniversary. It is my first attempt at quilting; it is all hand sewn. The blocks and sashing are done. The black border still needs to be sewn on but I have...
Forum: Main
06-10-2008, 03:53 AM
Replies: 14
Views: 1,731
Posted By Dutchgirl

If I wanted to embroider on a quilt would I do...

If I wanted to embroider on a quilt would I do that on the quilt top before it is quilted or after I have quilted it and just go through the top layer??

Or could I go either way??

Thanks for...
Forum: Main
06-07-2008, 05:35 AM
Replies: 8
Views: 1,764
Posted By Dutchgirl

Does anyone have a link for how do do mitered...

Does anyone have a link for how do do mitered corners? I will be hand sewing if that makes a difference.

Or if someone has the patience to explain it here that would be great too!!

THANKS!!
Forum: Main
05-27-2008, 09:14 AM
Replies: 15
Views: 1,913
Posted By Dutchgirl

First of all thanks for all the advice! To answer...

First of all thanks for all the advice! To answer some of the questions...

I am using an 80/20 batting (cotton/poly). Perhaps it is too thick??

I have no idea what kind of needle I am using. It...
Forum: Main
05-27-2008, 06:34 AM
Replies: 15
Views: 1,913
Posted By Dutchgirl

I am trying to hand quilt for the first time. I...

I am trying to hand quilt for the first time. I am using a hoop and am working on a "practice piece" before I do my wall hanging. I am happy enough with the stitches on top (at least as a novice...)...
Forum: Pictures
05-21-2008, 04:21 AM
Replies: 14
Views: 1,559
Posted By Dutchgirl

Just wanted to say thanks for all the positive...

Just wanted to say thanks for all the positive responses. I guess I should have explained that this is a small wall hanging for my parents 40th wedding anniversary. The block (a windmill) was chosen...
Forum: Pictures
05-20-2008, 07:08 AM
Replies: 14
Views: 1,559
Posted By Dutchgirl

Here are the quilt blocks for my first project....

Here are the quilt blocks for my first project. (Excuse the strings and bunny ears please). I am going to do red sashing around the blocks. Then one or two borders and a binding.

If I do an...
Forum: Pictures
05-05-2008, 04:20 PM
Replies: 32
Views: 3,325
Posted By Dutchgirl

Mgshaw- What a beautiful quilt! Your hand...

Mgshaw- What a beautiful quilt! Your hand quilting is gorgeous. I am a new quilter and I am working on my very first quilt; a wall hanging. It is a surprise gift for my parents 40 wedding...
Forum: Main
04-30-2008, 06:30 AM
Replies: 8
Views: 1,562
Posted By Dutchgirl

I made a practice block for the wallhanging I am...

I made a practice block for the wallhanging I am making. It is going to be blocks wide and one block high (long rectangular). My finished block should measure 8.5 inches square. Well, it isn't...
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