Am i daft; is this silly or should i...... I need help
#13
Lol, now I feel bad. I saw that you are in Norway. Probably no Joann's...
Lol, no i m afraid no such thing here
However this i could get done, would i be a terrible quilter if i used a kind of velour as backing?? :oops:
Lol, no i m afraid no such thing here
Originally Posted by dimplesinjuly
Here's another quick one. I just did a focal fabric in the middle then just did strips around it, all with stuff I had on hand.
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Hi sunnyhope,
it sounds like you already started on the rail fence. Why don't you want to finish it? Just because the baby is already here does not mean that you can't give the gift later. After all, the little one will not be able to recognize a quilt for a while (and she won't miss not having one.)
This quilt is important for your skill development. I think you will learn a lot just finishing the rail fence. It is a lovely baby pattern and appropriate for a beginning quilter. Nobody will (or should) look at your gift and criticize you for having chosen that pattern. I am sure that a well-done rail fence will be loved and appreciated by the recipient.
My recommendation for you is to stick with it. Finishing feels soooooo good (trust me, I know all about that).
Happy quilting.
it sounds like you already started on the rail fence. Why don't you want to finish it? Just because the baby is already here does not mean that you can't give the gift later. After all, the little one will not be able to recognize a quilt for a while (and she won't miss not having one.)
This quilt is important for your skill development. I think you will learn a lot just finishing the rail fence. It is a lovely baby pattern and appropriate for a beginning quilter. Nobody will (or should) look at your gift and criticize you for having chosen that pattern. I am sure that a well-done rail fence will be loved and appreciated by the recipient.
My recommendation for you is to stick with it. Finishing feels soooooo good (trust me, I know all about that).
Happy quilting.
#17
Originally Posted by dimplesinjuly
Here's another quick one. I just did a focal fabric in the middle then just did strips around it, all with stuff I had on hand.
ps. i will do a prectice piece first but still i need all the luck i can possibly get :mrgreen:
#19
Originally Posted by dimplesinjuly
You will do fine with whatever you choose to do. I know that most people love the handmade things. Happy sewing :mrgreen: And show us a pic when your done
Thanks :wink:
How do you do the cutting on rag quilts?
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Agreed, rail fence is a great quilt for a beginner! So, it will be ready when it is ready, it is like fine wine. It takes some time and love, but when you are ready to give it, you will give it with such pride, then it will be treasured because you gave it to them! I got a charm quilt top ready for a baby born 10 days ago, got to put the batting and backing on it and finish it, not sure when I will get done with it, when the mood hits me! They will love it all the same. They get so many gifts at the beginning, I think they enjoy a gift of love anytime you are ready to give it!
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