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Forum: Main
07-14-2016, 05:18 AM
Replies: 6
Views: 1,657
Posted By Byrdwoman

FMQ help!

I recently purchased a used Bernina (Grace Co.) quilting table. Love the table after I figured out how to get the quilt on. BUT (you knew it was coming!) I have a Singer Confidence machine and a...
Forum: Main
03-11-2016, 12:10 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 2,165
Posted By Byrdwoman

There is s great paper piecing pattern out there...

There is s great paper piecing pattern out there for a Hunters star. I think it may actually be easier than this one (of course, if you like paper piecing!) Just google it and you should be able to...
Forum: Main
06-12-2015, 08:43 AM
Replies: 36
Views: 5,693
Posted By Byrdwoman

I've been using the freezer paper piecing method....

I've been using the freezer paper piecing method. I NEVER sew through the paper anymore and one pattern can be used multiple times. It on a site called "Twiddletails" or google freezer paper paper...
Forum: Main
03-12-2015, 06:49 AM
Replies: 32
Views: 6,892
Posted By Byrdwoman

As a former dialysis patient (thank God for good...

As a former dialysis patient (thank God for good friends who are willing to donate a kidney!!!) I would be careful what you make the quilt out of. I would use something that would take lots and lots...
Forum: Main
12-23-2014, 03:33 PM
Replies: 16
Views: 3,170
Posted By Byrdwoman

I agree,but I saw a pattern that screams Downton...

I agree,but I saw a pattern that screams Downton Abbey Fab.........Cleopatras Fan.....That's my next BIG project
Forum: Main
10-29-2014, 10:03 AM
Replies: 113
Views: 20,485
Posted By Byrdwoman

How 'bout a "French Braid quilt"....love love...

How 'bout a "French Braid quilt"....love love love these!
Forum: Main
08-12-2014, 12:30 PM
Replies: 34
Views: 25,798
Posted By Byrdwoman

Being a survivor for 14 years something bright...

Being a survivor for 14 years something bright and cheery would be great. I personally do not like the pink ribbon things. Its just I've gotten so sick of seeing them everywhere that the meaning...
Forum: Main
08-01-2014, 09:06 AM
Replies: 11
Views: 6,833
Posted By Byrdwoman

Spinning star

Just found what I think is the star you want on quilterscache.com. Called Spinning Color WHeels. It's paperpieced.....That would be the only way I could get the points right!!
Forum: Main
07-16-2014, 04:12 PM
Replies: 31
Views: 5,652
Posted By Byrdwoman

Thread and needle

I am through, through, through trying to get away with using cheaper thread and needles for my machine. (Baby LocK). I want the absolute bottom line on the best thread to piece, and quilt with and...
Forum: Main
06-12-2014, 04:44 AM
Replies: 29
Views: 5,138
Posted By Byrdwoman

A true quilting friend.....

While telling one of my quilting friends about cutting my finger with my rotary cutter (and needing 4 stitches), my TRUE friend's first comment was, "Did you get blood on your quilt?!!!!" By-the-by...
Forum: Main
05-05-2014, 05:53 AM
Replies: 21
Views: 9,261
Posted By Byrdwoman

I'm not a great "matcher of points". I feel like...

I'm not a great "matcher of points". I feel like paper piecing is the only sure way to get it all to match....
Forum: QB Help Center
04-03-2014, 05:55 AM
Replies: 11
Views: 830
Posted By Byrdwoman

I was beginning to take it personally....It's my...

I was beginning to take it personally....It's my morning routine also....Please come back!
Forum: Main
12-16-2013, 06:12 AM
Replies: 30
Views: 5,268
Posted By Byrdwoman

I just went thru all my stash and, depending on...

I just went thru all my stash and, depending on the size of the piece, I cut them into either 2 1/2", 4 1/2", 6 1/2" squares and have a drawer for each size (those cheepo bins from the $ store) ...
Forum: Main
12-16-2013, 06:05 AM
Replies: 44
Views: 14,903
Posted By Byrdwoman

I'm in the planning stages of a batik Carpenters...

I'm in the planning stages of a batik Carpenters Star - love that pattern!!!
Forum: Main
10-12-2013, 03:54 PM
Replies: 107
Views: 7,814
Posted By Byrdwoman

You really mean how many mistakes do I make in...

You really mean how many mistakes do I make in one project??? My best "friend" is the seam ripper.
Forum: Main
10-08-2013, 04:35 AM
Replies: 32
Views: 4,807
Posted By Byrdwoman

Google "10 minute table runner". Make one of...

Google "10 minute table runner". Make one of those (just 10 mins.) with some fabric you already have and see how it works for ya.
Forum: Main
10-03-2013, 06:11 AM
Replies: 84
Views: 15,517
Posted By Byrdwoman

PLUS - Joann's coupons are for items "not on...

PLUS - Joann's coupons are for items "not on sale" and EVERYTHING in the store has a percentage off - sometimes a very small amount - just enough where you can't use their coupons.
Forum: Main
08-25-2013, 08:05 AM
Replies: 42
Views: 9,775
Posted By Byrdwoman

I like this pattern also. Was messing around...

I like this pattern also. Was messing around with it and you can make any size block, cut it into 2 triangles then figure out the rest. Also, if points are important, I made a paper piecing pattern...
Forum: Main
07-15-2013, 04:57 AM
Replies: 36
Views: 30,299
Posted By Byrdwoman

Could it be paper pieced???

I love to paper piece but don't know how to make patterns out of a "regular" pattern. Does anyone know how and could do it?? Love this block....
Forum: Main
05-30-2013, 06:33 AM
Replies: 52
Views: 11,902
Posted By Byrdwoman

Can't see the nine patch in it (I guess that's...

Can't see the nine patch in it (I guess that's why they call it "disappearing) but I found another really cool nine-patch that is called the DOUBLE disappearing nine patch. Could be SOME variation...
Forum: Main
05-20-2013, 04:27 PM
Replies: 45
Views: 22,808
Posted By Byrdwoman

I don't have to worry about it as I use fabric -...

I don't have to worry about it as I use fabric - anything white and cheap - instead of paper. Just leave it on- gives the quilt a little extra thickness - maybe can use a thinner quilting.
Forum: Main
02-07-2013, 08:06 AM
Replies: 34
Views: 4,432
Posted By Byrdwoman

I've stopped using paper - instead I use old thin...

I've stopped using paper - instead I use old thin fabric of some kind - sheet, etc and mark my pattern on that. When I've finished with the block just leave the material on - not only do you NOT...
Forum: Main
11-05-2012, 05:58 AM
Replies: 72
Views: 7,124
Posted By Byrdwoman

I agree with thimblebee...I love to paper piece...

I agree with thimblebee...I love to paper piece but just use scissors to cut off the extra material. Also, am making one now that I'm using a thin cheap muslin (or anything really). Draw my...
Forum: Main
10-07-2012, 06:50 AM
Replies: 55
Views: 7,356
Posted By Byrdwoman

Love to paper piece! Just started experimenting...

Love to paper piece! Just started experimenting with using fabric - a light weight muslin or something cheap - instead of paper. Has been working so far and you don't have any paper to tear...
Forum: Main
07-15-2012, 10:52 AM
Replies: 42
Views: 9,056
Posted By Byrdwoman

Called bed shawls or foot warmers. I like them...

Called bed shawls or foot warmers. I like them cause they "pretty up" the bed. You see them a lot in hotels now. Made some and WANT to make some "seasonal" ones (Christmas, spring, summer, etc)...
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