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Forum: Main
10-12-2016, 07:14 PM
Replies: 19
Views: 1,745
Posted By quilter2090

I usually press open to reduce bulk. The idea of...

I usually press open to reduce bulk. The idea of pressing to one side came about when hand piecing was used and it made the seam stronger. With machine stitching came out, the machine stitching is...
Forum: Main
10-12-2016, 07:03 PM
Replies: 35
Views: 4,498
Posted By quilter2090

I just throw the fabric in the washer and then...

I just throw the fabric in the washer and then throw it in the dryer. As one other person wrote,she doesn't baby it. Thats the same thing I do. Quilts are items that need washing,better to find out...
Forum: Main
09-26-2016, 08:38 PM
Replies: 10
Views: 2,444
Posted By quilter2090

The designer is Debbie Maddy and the name of her...

The designer is Debbie Maddy and the name of her company is Calico Carriage not Cottage. Check out her website for the Labyrinth pattern. I have purchased several patterns from her. Give her a try.
Forum: Main
08-18-2016, 07:59 AM
Replies: 56
Views: 5,343
Posted By quilter2090

Pre-wash? Yes, I have allergies and I hate the...

Pre-wash? Yes, I have allergies and I hate the smell of unwashed fabric. Pre-dry? Yes, I throw the wet,washed fabric in the dryer.Pre-starch,pre-iron,pre-cut? No, I don't iron the fabric until I am...
Forum: Main
08-10-2016, 10:56 AM
Replies: 32
Views: 3,461
Posted By quilter2090

It's your choice. I always pre-wash and then...

It's your choice. I always pre-wash and then throw it in the dryer. I have allergies so I don't want to deal with all the chemicals on fabric. Also, I want to know if a fabric is going to...
Forum: Main
08-10-2016, 10:49 AM
Replies: 32
Views: 3,872
Posted By quilter2090

Throwing it away is the right decision. It would...

Throwing it away is the right decision. It would be wrong to donate it.
Forum: Main
08-05-2016, 09:32 PM
Replies: 33
Views: 4,592
Posted By quilter2090

A piece of fabric that has been used for fussy...

A piece of fabric that has been used for fussy cutting looks like a piece of swiss cheese. Holes all over it. A fussy cut ruler may help you. I think Quilt in a Day has fussy cut quilting rulers. You...
Forum: Main
08-05-2016, 09:16 PM
Replies: 61
Views: 13,486
Posted By quilter2090

I have found yardage to be cheaper. If you plan...

I have found yardage to be cheaper. If you plan on using strips to sew with, I would recommend a Shape Cut Ruler. It cuts strips easily and this way, you can buy yardage and make your own pre-cuts if...
Forum: Main
08-05-2016, 09:04 PM
Replies: 95
Views: 12,896
Posted By quilter2090

Quilting is not a cheap hobby,but most hobbies...

Quilting is not a cheap hobby,but most hobbies aren't cheap. One place that I have bought items for sewing is my local hardware store. At a sewing store a suction cup handle to put on rulers to hold...
Forum: Main
08-05-2016, 08:51 PM
Replies: 58
Views: 10,643
Posted By quilter2090

When I buy fabric from ANYWHERE, it gets washed...

When I buy fabric from ANYWHERE, it gets washed the minute it comes in the house. Then it gets put in the dryer and if I'm not using the fabric right away, it gets put into storage. When I am going...
Forum: Main
04-01-2015, 09:36 AM
Replies: 154
Views: 18,599
Posted By quilter2090

Let me ask you this. Since money is not an...

Let me ask you this. Since money is not an issue,you already have the money for the entire price of the machine, why are you worried about buying? If you do buy this machine, will you constantly...
Forum: Main
03-24-2015, 08:39 PM
Replies: 63
Views: 6,519
Posted By quilter2090

Many people quilt by check,they have someone else...

Many people quilt by check,they have someone else quilt the quilt. This is a hobby,it's supposed to be something to be enjoyed. If you hate to quilt,don't do it. And don't feel guilty for not...
Forum: Main
03-17-2015, 01:59 PM
Replies: 102
Views: 15,439
Posted By quilter2090

I don't know if there is such a thing as a...

I don't know if there is such a thing as a "perfect machine". I have several machines and they all have their good and bad points. Some do FMQ better than another, some piece than others, etc. I...
Forum: Main
08-23-2014, 06:28 AM
Replies: 36
Views: 4,870
Posted By quilter2090

I know how that hurts. It took slicing my finger...

I know how that hurts. It took slicing my finger to finally get me to buy a Fons and Porter's Klutz glove. I suggest you buy one, I never cut without mine now. We just always assume it won't happen...
Forum: Main
07-31-2014, 05:05 PM
Replies: 69
Views: 10,075
Posted By quilter2090

To cut straight, I use June Tailor's Shape Cut...

To cut straight, I use June Tailor's Shape Cut ruler. Perfect straight cuts everytime. For sewing straight seams, a 1/4 inch with guide presser foot for your machine. I think you will be surprised on...
Forum: Main
07-23-2014, 04:19 PM
Replies: 11
Views: 2,172
Posted By quilter2090

Instead of trawling the internet, mail Moda's...

Instead of trawling the internet, mail Moda's customer service dept. They will know what line it came from. Did you go to Moda's website and check their collections? Since you know who made it, it...
Forum: Main
07-23-2014, 04:11 PM
Replies: 32
Views: 5,379
Posted By quilter2090

Ever try the wonder cut ruler? You make a tube...

Ever try the wonder cut ruler? You make a tube and cut perfect HST's from that.
Forum: Main
07-23-2014, 03:53 PM
Replies: 64
Views: 8,432
Posted By quilter2090

I have bought lots at Fabric.com. Over $35.00,...

I have bought lots at Fabric.com. Over $35.00, free shipping!
Forum: Main
07-23-2014, 07:28 AM
Replies: 23
Views: 4,154
Posted By quilter2090

Check out Fun and Done method at Bayside...

Check out Fun and Done method at Bayside Quilting. Click on the Fun and Done video, you can make a quilt of any size.
Forum: Main
07-22-2014, 07:47 PM
Replies: 61
Views: 8,597
Posted By quilter2090

I love to try new things! I love challenging...

I love to try new things! I love challenging patterns, new rulers,etc. But when I find something I like, I do tend to use it. But, I'm not afraid of trying new ways. Sometimes the new way is better,...
Forum: Main
07-22-2014, 07:38 PM
Replies: 32
Views: 11,546
Posted By quilter2090

I was in my LQS a while back and I checked out...

I was in my LQS a while back and I checked out this method. I didn't buy the book because it sure looked like it wasted a lot of fabric. After reading these reviews, I'm glad I didn't buy it.
Forum: Main
07-13-2014, 04:56 AM
Replies: 117
Views: 11,582
Posted By quilter2090

You answered your own question. If you feel...

You answered your own question. If you feel confortable in your little world, then enjoy it! Who says you have to make a certain type of quilt, it's your life, do what you want!
Forum: Main
07-13-2014, 04:44 AM
Replies: 58
Views: 13,143
Posted By quilter2090

I used the Fun and Done method. Check out Bayside...

I used the Fun and Done method. Check out Bayside Quilting, they have a video on how to do it. You can also purchase Fun and Done patterns and templates to align the batting. I made one and it turned...
Forum: Main
07-05-2014, 10:10 AM
Replies: 131
Views: 12,528
Posted By quilter2090

I have 12. Several sewing machines, including my...

I have 12. Several sewing machines, including my Mom's White Family Rotary treadle, my first sewing machine,1 embroidery only,1 sewing/embroidery machine,3 sergers, a mechanical Brother sewing...
Forum: Main
07-04-2014, 11:40 AM
Replies: 35
Views: 4,947
Posted By quilter2090

I have never heard of Sewing Machines Plus, but,...

I have never heard of Sewing Machines Plus, but, I have ordered many items online. Except for one person on E-Bay, I didn't have any problems. I have ordered sewing machines, rulers, fabrics. you...
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