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#32
Welcome! Glad you joined us! I agree with starting small....maybe a throw for the couch or a baby quilt...even place mats are a good place to start. If you jump into a big project it could get overwhelming! Do you already sew? What kind of machine do you have? If you don't have one already, invest in a 1/4" foot....It will make things a lot easier!
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#33
Originally Posted by isewhegolf
Might I introduce you to my very good and faithful friend. We spend a lot of time together and I find him absolutely essential in quiltmaking. His name is Jack...Jack the Ripper! Buy a ripper that feels good in your hand; cheap ones break and often make holes due to burrs.
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#35
Welcome and I say start big! You may only do one, it might as well be one you like!! Here is a great site for tons of free quilt block patterns: quilterscache.com Super easy index and easy to follow instructions. Knock yourself out and have fun!
#37
Originally Posted by lady1880s
I've never made a quilt before! So after 61 years of running around doing all the have to things! I'm gonna give it a try! Wish me luck! Now my question is "Where do I start?" Besides Jo Ann's and the local branch of my bank for the stuff to pay for it all.! So what's the quilt to start for a newbe?
Thanks everyone! for your answers in advance.
Thanks everyone! for your answers in advance.
As for size. I disagree with starting small. Make the size you want and in the colors you really want. If you like that combo then you'll be more likely to finish and display it proudly.
If it's fun ... you'll finish it!
alice
#40
Okay, I read this thread yesterday, and watched the videos on the disappearing 9 patch, thank you! I went up stairs to try it, it looked so easy I thought , even I could do this, and guess what? Had so much fun I almost burned my meatloaf! This is an awesome project! Im going to start making my own charm packs so I can go crazy with this! I almost did a whole lap quilt top in just 2 hours!Maybe everyone will get one for Christmas this year!
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