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My quilting has definitely been a journey, not always a smooth and easy one either. There have been many many bumps in the road. I can look at the colors of the quilts I have been working on, and tell you just where I am on that journey Its fun to look back and see which ones felt sunny, and which felt like clouds were forming, and which ones I made during the storm. Right now its stormy, and my colors seem to reflect the darkness. Do you find this true on your journey as well?
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Very profound!
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Maryl
Could you show picture of your avatar? It looks beautiful Brown & pink |
I have been always told "It's your quilt you can do whatever you want with it " So have followed that rule and have always been happy with my results... Imagine others may not like what I like but it's mine...
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Very insightful! And the best part is, we're all in this journey together :)
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It is always fun to travel with friends!!
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Too cool! And what a wonderful journey it is. Even though we may approach it in different ways, we are still one great group.
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Originally Posted by JanTx
I so enjoy reading everything I can on here. The variety and sincerity of answers amaze me. The biggest relief I get is that no one seems to have THE ANSWER.
Prewash? Yes, definately. No, never. Depends. Fleece backing? Of course, do it all the time. No way, no how! Quilting? Hand, of course. Machine fancy. Machine plain. Tie the thing! What a relief that is! Personally I look for the answer that affirms what I wanted to do anyway and deem it the RIGHT answer! :lol: I've decided that we are all on a journey with our quilts. Some of us are in different stages of the journey; others are traveling different roads; some travel solo; some travel in groups - but, we are all headed the same place. A place that allows our creativity to flourish, our families to be warmed, and our love to show. How cool is that? |
Yes, a beautiful, interesting and colourful journey, with excellent travelling companions...Thank you for putting it so nicely!
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Very well said!!!
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Pretty much sums it up for me! :)
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And the best part? It's OK to be different and it's OK to be in different places in the journey and it's ALSO OK to head down the path alone or in a group. But in the end, we all end up in the same place--with family and friends that love and appreciate us.
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very well said !!!
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Isn't it great that we all have our individuality yet love to discuss our quilting with each other! I love the way you put it. QUILT ON!!
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Very well put! I LIKE your philosphy and plan to use it as mine as well!
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What a great way to put it. I really enjoy this quilting board. After getting my coffee in the am I head here to learn and get inspiration. I feel like I'm having my coffee w/a great group of friends who enjoy the same things I do. I have learned so much here and get some inspiration from all the beautiful quilts. I really am enjoying this part of my journey!
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Originally Posted by Olivia's Grammy
I am on two other boards, but I don't look forward to them like I do this one. Now I've got to figure out how to get off them. Yes, sewing/quilting is a journey and aren't you glad it's different for each of us. That's how I learn. What you like/do may not be what I like/do, but it's makes me more creative to think out side my box.
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Originally Posted by weezie
Originally Posted by Olivia's Grammy
I am on two other boards, but I don't look forward to them like I do this one. Now I've got to figure out how to get off them. Yes, sewing/quilting is a journey and aren't you glad it's different for each of us. That's how I learn. What you like/do may not be what I like/do, but it's makes me more creative to think out side my box.
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I think you said what one feels. Thanks for reassuring us.
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Yes and it is so nice to have other people along in this journey.
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I think you definitely hit the nail or should I say needle on the head with that beautiful sincere statement of your thoughts.
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Couldn't have said it any better!!!
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I never put a quilt on the floor to sandwich it, even a King size.. You won't believe this but I used a Queen size bed and sandwich all my quilts on it... I just make sure the back is ironed and smooth and the batting ( I use all cotton and put the dimple side up to better grab the top) I also smooth the top really well before Pinning it...
I have spray basted some using 505 but most times I just pin and not a whole lot of pins.. I also quilt on my lap and with no frame... Haven't had any problems and have been quilting since 1985.. Hugs Ladybug |
My sentiments as well. You just said
it a lot better than I could have. Love this board!! Hugs, Sharon |
I love the journey, but sometimes the detours really take time! The detour signs are down a lot and you don't find out about the detour until you're half way through! Oh, well, each step is a learning experience. Happy Quilting, everyone!
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I had a teacher who said "there are no mistakes in your quilts" and if you don't point them out to any one, chances are they will never notice (unless you enter them into a judged quilt show). Just loving little booboos.
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:thumbup: Couldn't agree with you more.. Well said.. :thumbup:
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Thank you!! That's how I -and obviously many other folks over here- feel.
Quilting hugs from Germany! PS: I really appeciate the open mindness and tolerance of this board. Never felt left out or not fitting in, although I'm not from the States. Thanks to ALL OF YOU for making me feel comfortable and at home aboard! |
Originally Posted by grandma miller
I had a teacher who said "there are no mistakes in your quilts" and if you don't point them out to any one, chances are they will never notice (unless you enter them into a judged quilt show). Just loving little booboos.
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Originally Posted by grann of 6
I think the greatest thing here is that we all realize we are not alone on this crazy journey. My grandson laughed his head off when I told him I had joined a "chat room" as he called it. He said, "Oh no! Grannie is going to be too busy to sew for us now that she is addicted to the computer!" He is 16 and is not allowed to join facebook or any of the others. But seriously, I have learned so much here now that I have all these new "friends".
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Nicely said :thumbup:
Originally Posted by Annya
Originally Posted by grann of 6
I think the greatest thing here is that we all realize we are not alone on this crazy journey. My grandson laughed his head off when I told him I had joined a "chat room" as he called it. He said, "Oh no! Grannie is going to be too busy to sew for us now that she is addicted to the computer!" He is 16 and is not allowed to join facebook or any of the others. But seriously, I have learned so much here now that I have all these new "friends".
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