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Forum: Main
09-19-2011, 07:11 PM
Replies: 77
Views: 7,619
Posted By Bottle Blonde

Just adding my 2 cents .... I would use a solid...

Just adding my 2 cents .... I would use a solid sunny yellow for sashing. Using a solid color would be true to the time period that the blocks were made in. I think adding more retro fabrics would...
Forum: Main
08-03-2011, 05:48 PM
Replies: 74
Views: 4,866
Posted By Bottle Blonde

Love that expression "When I'm in the zone..leave...

Love that expression "When I'm in the zone..leave me alone" going to make a sign for my door !![/quote]


LOL Usually "in the zone" is associated with athletes. But I really think artists and...
Forum: Main
08-03-2011, 05:43 PM
Replies: 40
Views: 4,605
Posted By Bottle Blonde

A huge Thank You to everyone for sharing so much...

A huge Thank You to everyone for sharing so much information in this discussion. I think it has helped clear up a lot of misunderstanding about how a professional determines their charges. I want to...
Forum: Main
08-03-2011, 05:26 PM
Replies: 74
Views: 4,866
Posted By Bottle Blonde

I say "when I want your opinion - I'll ask you...

I say "when I want your opinion - I'll ask you for it." I can be sugar-sweet when I say it......or I can be.....well you know. I will ask for opinions, but I'd rather ask other quilters and not...
Forum: Main
08-02-2011, 02:39 PM
Replies: 685
Views: 41,306
Posted By Bottle Blonde

My board ID is pretty simple ------ I am not a...

My board ID is pretty simple ------ I am not a natural blonde.

:lol:
Forum: Main
08-01-2011, 05:44 PM
Replies: 40
Views: 4,605
Posted By Bottle Blonde

This is very generous of you, and of course, I...

This is very generous of you, and of course, I will send a PM. Thanks!


If you are interested in real start up costs, PM me.

There's a lot more to buy besides the machine, and it all costs...
Forum: Main
08-01-2011, 05:27 PM
Replies: 15
Views: 2,001
Posted By Bottle Blonde

I did The 10 Minute Block pattern with fussy cut...

I did The 10 Minute Block pattern with fussy cut centers and I was really pleased with it.
Forum: Main
08-01-2011, 04:26 PM
Replies: 40
Views: 4,605
Posted By Bottle Blonde

I just visited your website and read your story...

I just visited your website and read your story about how you got started in your business. Very impressive! Congratulations and I hope you continue to grow and live your dream!
Forum: Main
08-01-2011, 04:03 PM
Forum: Main
08-01-2011, 03:59 PM
Replies: 40
Views: 4,605
Posted By Bottle Blonde

Thank you all for the sharing your knowledge and...

Thank you all for the sharing your knowledge and opinions. My hubby is working on his thesis for a Master's Degree and this is research he asked me to do. He is setting me up in a pretend LAQ...
Forum: Main
08-01-2011, 01:56 PM
Replies: 40
Views: 4,605
Posted By Bottle Blonde

I have been doing research about LA service...

I have been doing research about LA service prices. I am finding the majority of LA quilters charge by the inch, and this amount is subject to how dense the quilt is to be stitched. Such as .01 for...
Forum: Main
07-20-2011, 07:29 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 1,101
Posted By Bottle Blonde

No fading or bleeding of the colored...

No fading or bleeding of the colored stripes.....I have even bleached mine a few times......and they still look great. Enjoy your project!
Forum: Main
07-19-2011, 07:17 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 1,101
Posted By Bottle Blonde

I bought those towels at Hobby Lobby a few months...

I bought those towels at Hobby Lobby a few months ago. They are heavier than flour sack towels and need a few wash and dry cycles to soften them up to become absorbent. I did not embelish my...
04-06-2011, 05:55 PM
Replies: 59
Views: 3,814
Posted By Bottle Blonde

I live south of Atlanta. I would love to meet...

I live south of Atlanta. I would love to meet other quilter's from the board!
Forum: Main
04-06-2011, 09:30 AM
Replies: 70
Views: 7,621
Posted By Bottle Blonde

I wanted a design program, but not one that was...

I wanted a design program, but not one that was so advanced it would be over my head and stressful to learn. So I bought the Quilt Wizard for $20 - I found it at amazon.com and I love it. I can make...
Forum: Main
04-05-2011, 06:42 PM
Replies: 274
Views: 19,990
Posted By Bottle Blonde

OK - here it is ..... I have been keeping my...

OK - here it is ..... I have been keeping my paychecks out of the household budget and saving the money for a long arm machine. my bad!
Forum: Main
04-04-2011, 07:55 PM
Replies: 19
Views: 2,254
Posted By Bottle Blonde

I use a heavy napkin holder for my rulers. It is...

I use a heavy napkin holder for my rulers. It is similar to the letter holder, but the sides are a little higher. I also use a napkin holder to hold all my cutting boards upright and out of the way...
Forum: Main
04-04-2011, 12:11 PM
Replies: 174
Views: 11,963
Posted By Bottle Blonde

New York Beauty tops my list. Double Wedding...

New York Beauty tops my list.
Double Wedding Ring
Stretched Nine Patch
Corn and Beans
...... and just about every quilt pattern in my books and magazines.
Forum: Main
04-04-2011, 12:03 PM
Replies: 116
Views: 8,357
Posted By Bottle Blonde

ummmmm..... I take it ---- you are NOT a night...

ummmmm..... I take it ---- you are NOT a night owl!? LOL
Forum: Main
03-30-2011, 07:01 PM
Replies: 106
Views: 11,381
Posted By Bottle Blonde

My hubby wants me to learn to play golf ----...

My hubby wants me to learn to play golf ---- yuck! So everytime I go with him to the driving range he has to go with me to shop for fabric! LOL He must take me to a quilt show for every round of...
Forum: Main
03-29-2011, 07:10 AM
Replies: 16
Views: 1,193
Posted By Bottle Blonde

Well .... I PLAN to be in there a few hours and...

Well .... I PLAN to be in there a few hours and it usually turns into all day! I try to get my chores done before I start sewing, otherwise they don't get done. I try to stick to one project at a...
Forum: Pictures
03-29-2011, 07:05 AM
Replies: 51
Views: 4,778
Posted By Bottle Blonde

blue!

blue!
Forum: Main
03-29-2011, 07:04 AM
Replies: 13
Views: 1,232
Posted By Bottle Blonde

An apron with pockets might be good. I use...

An apron with pockets might be good. I use batting and make them reversible. I also spray them with the waterproofing product used for tents that I buy in the camping equipment area. I'm sure you...
Forum: Main
03-28-2011, 06:59 PM
Replies: 44
Views: 4,899
Posted By Bottle Blonde

My cats ignore me all day --- until I sit down in...

My cats ignore me all day --- until I sit down in the recliner to sew. The sound of my scissors must sound like "here kitty kitty kitty" and they both come running and want to sit in my lap! Then...
Forum: Main
03-28-2011, 06:38 PM
Replies: 26
Views: 3,554
Posted By Bottle Blonde

This is a very general rule to determine a price....

This is a very general rule to determine a price. Total cost of ALL materials and supplies used in the project --- times 3. So if you have invested $5 in making the purse -- you should charge at...
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