Originally Posted by sewmuchmore
I would ask how long have they been quilting and if they took classes? I may even offter to help them out if they would like my help. You must have seen mine :lol: :lol:
I love helping other quilters, especially newbies,, they. Get. So. Excited |
I can always find something nice to say. Sometimes it is simply "I love the scale of the fabrics you've chosen" but I'll always find a compliment.
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I truely believe that you can always find something that is nice to say. If that person is actually asking for your advice or opinion, then maybe it'd okay to offer constructive opinions, but even then, find nice first, give opinion last.
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Originally Posted by thepolyparrot
Originally Posted by stewyscrewy
Kind words are the first comment to make.
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I try to find something I like about the work, I ask about the quilter and it is interesting what you find out. I have been thinking about having the boards name and web address put on cards because I encourage every quilter I meet to check out our site, I think they can all benefit from the site or we can benefit from them.
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There is always something I can compliment them about...the fabric, the time, the design, the work, etc....for every quilt made I believe it's a labor of love :D
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The greatest gift is LOVE..... I try not to forget that. Love goes into every quilt we make...... and sweet, kind words are a good expression of love..... I try to always find something loving to say.....
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I think it's a shame to let someone think their work is fine when it's not and they don't know it. I have picked up pieces for sale that were terrible and have said this is interesting color choice but the workmanship is not something I would pay for.
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Originally Posted by ritamaew
I went to a show and there was a simple quilt not sewn too well. I knew this was someone's first attempt and she was happy with it. I told her--Your quilt has a very homey feeling. Like I would like to wrap up in it and read a good book.--I later found out that the quilter has parkinson's disease. What an effort she put forth in making this quilt! Not all quilts are up to Padukah standards but they are all special.
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Originally Posted by thepolyparrot
Originally Posted by stewyscrewy
Kind words are the first comment to make.
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