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05-02-2017, 03:38 PM
#281
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No blocks arrived today. And, I didn't have any better of a time checking with the PO either. Seriously, I think tracking is a joke. Until they show up somewhere, they have no idea.
But, I have the situation under control. And, K-Roll will receive an equal number of blocks that she sent. I'm doing this because, she worked very hard on her blocks and she had a tracking number and everything. I want you /her to have a positive experience in the block exchange. You can just never tell what will happen. I still have hope that they might arrive. I'm going to give it just a bit more time.
But, I have the situation under control. And, K-Roll will receive an equal number of blocks that she sent. I'm doing this because, she worked very hard on her blocks and she had a tracking number and everything. I want you /her to have a positive experience in the block exchange. You can just never tell what will happen. I still have hope that they might arrive. I'm going to give it just a bit more time.
05-02-2017, 05:18 PM
#283
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oh, what a hassle for you Judith, so sorry this has happened.
Spoke to a really nice woman @ USPS customer service who gave me a case#.
I believe she will do all she can...she asked me to describe the contents and when I did she said she was so sorry, asked me what they were for, etc. Then said her mother had passed away 2 years ago and a friend had made her a quilt out of her mother's dresses, and blouses, and she herself had made fabric photo-transfers of old photos to be included in the quilt. She said it was her most treasured item. I think we have an ally!
Most importantly, this snafu will not deter me from participating in swaps when I can. I have learned so much. QB has been very very good to me.
Spoke to a really nice woman @ USPS customer service who gave me a case#.
I believe she will do all she can...she asked me to describe the contents and when I did she said she was so sorry, asked me what they were for, etc. Then said her mother had passed away 2 years ago and a friend had made her a quilt out of her mother's dresses, and blouses, and she herself had made fabric photo-transfers of old photos to be included in the quilt. She said it was her most treasured item. I think we have an ally!
Most importantly, this snafu will not deter me from participating in swaps when I can. I have learned so much. QB has been very very good to me.
05-02-2017, 05:21 PM
#284
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Graceful Ann: you surely are. Thank you, hope it becomes a moot point and they get delivered.
Today I will send good thoughts out to the hardworking postal workers. I've worked in large agencies, and know what a grind it can be.
Today I will send good thoughts out to the hardworking postal workers. I've worked in large agencies, and know what a grind it can be.
05-03-2017, 06:17 PM
#285
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Here's the next sign up. Hope to see you on a FALL adventure. (No Halloween, please.)
http://www.quiltingboard.com/member-...ml#post7816937
Are there any suggestions for next swap after this one. I will make a list. It would posted sometime after our FALL adventure and with the proper request to swap from PatriceJ.
http://www.quiltingboard.com/member-...ml#post7816937
Are there any suggestions for next swap after this one. I will make a list. It would posted sometime after our FALL adventure and with the proper request to swap from PatriceJ.
05-03-2017, 06:49 PM
#286
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For the swappers that are new to putting these quilts of different size blocks together: Can I offer a few suggestions.
When you receive your blocks back, measure them. Make sure they are the correct size. We all try. But, sometimes they are just not perfect.
Four 6 1/2" blocks will link together great to make a 12 1/2" block.
For the 9 1/2" block, I would suggest bordering it with a 2 1/2" strip. (Trim to a 12 1/2" size.) Or, a 3 1/2" x 9 1/2" (side) and a 3 1/2" x 12 1/2" (top) added to the 9 1/2" will bring you to a 12 1/2" square size as well. I know I was really lost for awhile till I figured out what played well and how they fit together. I have a 12 1/2" square that I use to trim my larger blocks. Be careful. You can loose your points. And, my long ruler is 6 1/2" wide. Makes it great for trimming the small blocks.
A lot of times, you sometimes need only a 1/2" on a block. I still border it. A lot of times the addition is in the seam allowance. But, it makes a big difference on how the blocks will come together.
And, just remember, when all the blocks fit together, It's all going to look great! Small things like loosing a bit of a point aren't really going to show. (Unless your entering in a quilt show.)
I hope this helps. If anyone else has suggestions, Please share. I'm always open to new ideas.
When you receive your blocks back, measure them. Make sure they are the correct size. We all try. But, sometimes they are just not perfect.
Four 6 1/2" blocks will link together great to make a 12 1/2" block.
For the 9 1/2" block, I would suggest bordering it with a 2 1/2" strip. (Trim to a 12 1/2" size.) Or, a 3 1/2" x 9 1/2" (side) and a 3 1/2" x 12 1/2" (top) added to the 9 1/2" will bring you to a 12 1/2" square size as well. I know I was really lost for awhile till I figured out what played well and how they fit together. I have a 12 1/2" square that I use to trim my larger blocks. Be careful. You can loose your points. And, my long ruler is 6 1/2" wide. Makes it great for trimming the small blocks.
A lot of times, you sometimes need only a 1/2" on a block. I still border it. A lot of times the addition is in the seam allowance. But, it makes a big difference on how the blocks will come together.
And, just remember, when all the blocks fit together, It's all going to look great! Small things like loosing a bit of a point aren't really going to show. (Unless your entering in a quilt show.)
I hope this helps. If anyone else has suggestions, Please share. I'm always open to new ideas.
Last edited by Judith1005; 05-03-2017 at 06:54 PM.
05-03-2017, 06:57 PM
#287
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K-Roll, nothing came in today. It was strictly junk mail day.
All blocks are going out on Friday. Including the one's I have for you K-Roll.
Deecee, I'll be in touch when I have mailing info for you.
All blocks are going out on Friday. Including the one's I have for you K-Roll.
Deecee, I'll be in touch when I have mailing info for you.
05-07-2017, 05:05 AM
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Ladies, can I get you all to pm your address, K-Rolls blocks to make it too me. Of course, lol, after I sent the blocks out. But, that's okay, I will just send you her blocks separately. They are fun and will make a nice addition to your quilts.
Most of you should be seeing your blocks around Monday. There are a couple that they will be a little later.
Most of you should be seeing your blocks around Monday. There are a couple that they will be a little later.
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