Went to a craft store with DD and I found a book by Pat Sloan (don't know who she is), called I can't Believe I'm Quilting Beginners complete guide. I thought this would inspire to get going on my quilt and to quit thinking about what else I could make. I have sewn for years so that is not my problem. I was afraid I would make a messy project. Just need to get it going..Did I do the right thing to buy this book? :?:
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Ofcourse!!! :D:D:D
Now you can pick a pattern and follow the book :D:D:D If you have any questions, please post them and we will happily help you!!! |
Sure, if it will help you get motivated :thumbup: Can't hurt to have a book in front of you to help figure things out :lol:
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Don't be afraid!! This is for enjoyment. If you make a mistake (which has never happened to anyone :lol: :lol:) You bite the bullet and rip it out and start over. Open the book and go girl!! :thumbup:
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Good for you to look for inspiration in any quilt book. I know there are a lot of photos posted that get your creative juices started but sometimes a book that you can keep at hand and refer back to it is better. Good luck to you. Don't hesitate to ask questions if you get stuck. So many talented quilters here.
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All of Pat Sloan's books are really great. You did good.
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Originally Posted by buckeyed
Went to a craft store with DD and I found a book by Pat Sloan (don't know who she is), called I can't Believe I'm Quilting Beginners complete guide. I thought this would inspire to get going on my quilt and to quit thinking about what else I could make. I have sewn for years so that is not my problem. I was afraid I would make a messy project. Just need to get it going..Did I do the right thing to buy this book? :?:
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Good Luck
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You can do it. Keep the book handy, refer to it often, have fun!
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Originally Posted by buckeyed
Went to a craft store with DD and I found a book by Pat Sloan (don't know who she is), called I can't Believe I'm Quilting Beginners complete guide. I thought this would inspire to get going on my quilt and to quit thinking about what else I could make. I have sewn for years so that is not my problem. I was afraid I would make a messy project. Just need to get it going..Did I do the right thing to buy this book? :?:
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I love Pat Sloan's patterns and books!
Also I have chatted with her live on facebook. She is a very nice lady! |
this is her blog
http://patsloan.typepad.com/
Originally Posted by buckeyed
Went to a craft store with DD and I found a book by Pat Sloan (don't know who she is), called I can't Believe I'm Quilting Beginners complete guide. I thought this would inspire to get going on my quilt and to quit thinking about what else I could make. I have sewn for years so that is not my problem. I was afraid I would make a messy project. Just need to get it going..Did I do the right thing to buy this book? :?:
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Of course you did the right thing, always inspired by photos of quilts, and a stash dosen't just have to be fabric, I have Mom's Quilt Mag's from the mid 70's, have been known to go thru for some ideas! :)
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I have a small book that is for beginner quilters and I still look at it if I have a problem. I still am trying new things and need help! Books are great.
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Pat is on Facebook and she's amazing!
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Thank you all. I have a bag (tote) that I am going to stock up with embroidery thread, needles, small scissors, an embroidery hoop and some of the quilt pcs. that I want to get started on. Then I can do some in the car when driving, at the drs. office etc. (I do that with my crocheting) If I can get my son to help me I will post the squares that I found and want to work on. I will keep in touch and thanks again. I have some on my facebook page but don't know how to put them here. I'm kinda technologically deficient. :wink:
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Please share your work! I would love to see your blocks. Yes, Pat's books are great! You will learn a lot from her book. Congratulations on a great purchase.
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It sounds like a great buy to me.
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