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salden 12-25-2012 04:03 AM

Hello from Alabama
 
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I retired and decided at this late stage in my life to take up quilting (about a month ago). After, I purchased a sewing machine, I had to learn how to operate it. I started out watching videos on Youtube and like the ones from the Mo Quilting Co. My first project were those kitchen towels attached to potholders.
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Not exactly a quilt, but it is my first. Then I decided to make a lap quilt, but I did not cut the squares. I got those on ebay all ready cut, but I did cut the binding. I machine quilted this one. [ATTACH=CONFIG]383974[/ATTACH]
I did the sew in the ditch quilting, so it is just big squares on the back. Attempting another lap quilt, but I cut the squares. Each time I do something a bit harder. Eventually, I will get there.

Also, Merry Christmas to those who celebrate it. And Happy Day to those who do not.

J Carol 12-25-2012 04:48 AM

Merry Christmas, happy quilting you are right you will get there as you seem determined and willing to learn each and every step. Welcome to the board from Adrian, MI

erstan947 12-25-2012 05:40 AM

Welcome from Louisiana. I hope you find the Quilting Board helpful. It keeps me in trouble 'cause I keep finding more quilts I want to make. Happiness is sewing/quilting some everyday:) Enjoy your retirement!

Lori B. 12-25-2012 06:27 AM

Welcome from Michigan!:)

helou 12-25-2012 06:34 AM

Welcome and Merry Chrismas from Quebec city
I too, took up quilting when I retired. I am not very productive and my goal is to learn and to have fun, not to make quilts for every one. I wish you many hours of joy and at time, frustration but I am sure your will get over the frustration as you seem very determined.

pocoellie 12-25-2012 06:42 AM

Well, you did just fine, and you'll soon be quilting up a storm. A very Merry Christmas to you and your family, also to the members of the board.

Tartan 12-25-2012 07:43 AM

Welcome from Ontario, Canada. Great first projects and I love Jenny's tutorials from the Missouri Star Quilt co. too.

JaneAustenFan 12-25-2012 01:03 PM

Hello and welcome from the UK.

Lakeview Quilting 12-25-2012 01:40 PM

Hello, welcome from Oklahoma!!!

Thumbelina 12-25-2012 02:06 PM

Welcome from NE Ohio and Merry Christmas.

ann clare 12-25-2012 02:47 PM

Welcome from Ireland

QuiltnNan 12-26-2012 06:46 AM

Welcome from Minnesota and happy quilting :)

Abby'smom 12-26-2012 09:30 AM

:) welcome from se TX

SueDor 12-26-2012 07:43 PM

Hi from Ohio!

Sewfine 12-26-2012 09:37 PM

Hello and welcome from the Mississippi Gulf Coast. Your projects are beautiful. Love how you combine the forest fabric.

Jammin' Jane 12-28-2012 03:30 PM

Hello and Happy New Year to you!
Looks like you are well on your way with your projects!
They looks great! :)

wuv2quilt 12-30-2012 11:34 AM

Welcome to the QB from North Carolina :). Glad you could join us. Great towels, and quilt....it really does get easier as you go along. Keep up the great work.

Beckie

quiltingme 12-30-2012 11:35 AM

Hi and welcome from So. Oklahoma!

Jim's Gem 12-31-2012 10:50 AM

​Welcome to the board from Southern California!!!


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