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02-07-2013, 06:10 AM
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Blazing Star Assemby Help Needed!
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I may try it out again today thanks to everyone's...
I may try it out again today thanks to everyone's great advice. I just wish there was a video tutorial I could watch to ensure it's correct.
I took the night to think about it and take a break and...
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02-06-2013, 04:49 PM
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The McCall's instructions said to cut...
The McCall's instructions said to cut individually and are not at all descriptive in what I'm supposed to do. Do I trim the corners to match up before I assemble to the next piece?
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02-06-2013, 04:47 PM
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Should I just scrap the material I already have?...
Should I just scrap the material I already have? It was for one 12" block only so not a huge waste of fabric. It's SO frustrating!
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02-06-2013, 02:24 PM
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Blazing Star Assemby Help Needed!
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Blazing Star Assemby Help Needed!
I am trying the http://www.mccallsquilting.com/patterns/details.html?idx=7917 for the blazing star. I have no idea how to piece the diamonds. I can't find any tutorial either and the instructions are...
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01-28-2013, 06:44 AM
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To Use Soap or Not to Use Soap. This is the Question
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Thanks, NJ Quilter. That's what I thought but I...
Thanks, NJ Quilter. That's what I thought but I haven't done it for quilts before only clothing.
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01-28-2013, 06:31 AM
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To Use Soap or Not to Use Soap. This is the Question
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I think I want to remove dye and shrinkage. I...
I think I want to remove dye and shrinkage. I have no idea how it will be treated and/or washed so I want to take precautions for the user.
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01-28-2013, 06:18 AM
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To Use Soap or Not to Use Soap. This is the Question
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To Use Soap or Not to Use Soap. This is the Question
Apparently I have some washing issues this week. LOL
I'm prepping some material for a quilted messenger-style bag. I want to prewash the cotton fabric. Would a rinse and spin cycle (no soap) work...
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01-26-2013, 07:54 AM
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How to Wash A New Quilt
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How to Wash A New Quilt
Hi everyone,
I'm just finishing the binding on a king size quilt for my parents that I have been working off-and-on since August 2011. It has taken me hundreds of hours. I want to wash it to...
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11-09-2012, 02:14 PM
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Help! My quilt is too thick for my Kenmore ...
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I've considered that but I'm only about 1/4 to...
I've considered that but I'm only about 1/4 to 1/3 in. Hmm ... I really want a long arm but I also want to complete this project!!! Sigh.
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11-09-2012, 02:01 PM
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Help! My quilt is too thick for my Kenmore ...
I've quilted myself a little bit into a corner. Let me explain ... I'm working on machine top stitching a king size quilt. It is mounted on a table frame. I am using my Kenmore (5.5/6" throat). It is...
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11-09-2012, 07:25 AM
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Help PUCKERS are getting the best of me
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Yep and yep! Exactly what I was going to...
Yep and yep! Exactly what I was going to recommend. Also, when I sew I hold the bottom (not applique) firmer than the applique so that it "stretches" more. Does that make sense?
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11-09-2012, 07:08 AM
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Sewing machine for grand-daughter??
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I meant for the grandDAUGHTER. Sometimes they...
I meant for the grandDAUGHTER. Sometimes they listen better to someone else other than family.
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11-09-2012, 06:05 AM
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How much should I charge??? help
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Interestingly enough I just had people inquire as...
Interestingly enough I just had people inquire as to t-shirt memory quilts. I came up with this document for my pricing based on the average for what it would sell for on Etsy. Does this help?
Why...
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11-09-2012, 05:49 AM
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Sewing machine for grand-daughter??
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I can't tell you a brand for sure but I know if...
I can't tell you a brand for sure but I know if you buy at Sears they have a free orientation instruction one-on-one or a small group to teach you how to use your machine. You might want to...
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11-09-2012, 05:47 AM
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Sewing machine for grand-daughter??
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I can't tell you a brand for sure but I know if...
I can't tell you a brand for sure but I know if you buy at Sears they have a free orientation instruction one-on-one or a small group to teach you how to use your machine. You might want to consider...
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11-09-2012, 05:38 AM
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machine quilting. blergh.
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Craftsy has some fantastic, reasonably priced...
Craftsy has some fantastic, reasonably priced online courses. Right now I'm enjoying "How to quilt a large quilt on your home machine" with Ann Peterson. She gives lots of ways to attempt it and I'm...
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11-06-2012, 03:38 PM
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Quilt as you go ?
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An ironing board, set at the same height as your...
An ironing board, set at the same height as your sewing table (positioned on the opposite side of you) edged to the table is great to hold the weight and hopefully prevent sliding.
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11-06-2012, 03:28 PM
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Opinions Please, Mega Quilter & Inspira Frame Price Confirmation
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Thank you SO much for taking the time to write...
Thank you SO much for taking the time to write such a detailed response. I've been thinking about it all day since I read it!
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11-05-2012, 09:26 AM
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Opinions Please, Mega Quilter & Inspira Frame Price Confirmation
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Opinions Please, Mega Quilter & Inspira Frame Price Confirmation
I am from South Western Ontario, Canada. I am looking into a 9" Mega Quilter and Inspira Frame also. It is 3 years old and includes a laser. They are asking $2500 (paid $4,000 for it when bought). ...
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11-05-2012, 09:20 AM
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Opinions and assistance please - Mega Quilter and Inspira frame
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Hi GEMRM, I am from SWOntario also. I am...
Hi GEMRM,
I am from SWOntario also. I am looking into a 9" Mega Quilter and Inspira Frame also. It is 3 years old and includes a laser. They are asking $2500 (she paid $4,000 for it when bought). Is...
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