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    Old 07-14-2012, 06:19 PM
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    A subject that has seemed to get a lot of attention lately is whether buying a certain ruler is worthwhile or not. There seems to be a belief among some that if you are the one who has created an "easier to do xxxxxxx" ruler you are just trying to make money and your tool is not necessary. The other side of the fence is "gee, that tool makes my life easier and my quilting more enjoyable and I will happily give you $xx for having the idea and going to the trouble of manufacturing the tool."

    I'm definitely in favor of trying out the tool and seeing if it does make my quilting more enjoyable. And I'm not bitter towards anyone who takes the initiative to create the tool. In fact, I rather admire them.
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    Old 07-14-2012, 07:29 PM
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    Another Subject that seems to get alot of heap by some on the board is Quilters that smoke .
    I'm one of those smoking quilters and thats the one big reason I don't join in any exchange of fabric
    are round robins on here. I quilt for me and mine and enjoy doing so. No Quilt Police alowed in my
    home!
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    Old 07-14-2012, 08:50 PM
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    I wash all fabrics as soon as they come in the door

    I buy fabric wherever I can find them

    Have never starched or sized but plan on it

    Always use steam
    WalMart/JoAnn/Hobby Lobby are nice places to shop

    Have a nice, simple old(er) sewing machine

    I like both applique and piecing

    Any and all kinds of piecing welcome

    have only hand quilted

    Both stitched and tied are welcome

    Binding cut on the straight of grain

    I feel very strongly about ironing the seams as I go along. I quilt once a week with the ladies, and none of them press as they go along. Drives me nuts, but I keep my mouth shut.
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    Old 07-14-2012, 08:56 PM
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    I am on the "Use whatever works for me side". I do what is best for me and makes me happy with the results, no rules, etc.
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    Old 07-15-2012, 02:18 AM
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    Originally Posted by ghostrider
    It depends.
    That's my stance, too (& this from me who has a stong opinion about EVERYTHING... LOL!). Some (quilty) things I feel strongly about (I always use fabric sizing) & others are more fluid (sometimes I prewash & other times I don't). I look at it that quilting is one place in my life where I get to make the rules!
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    Old 07-15-2012, 03:03 AM
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    Originally Posted by Tartan
    Firmly on the fence! I do what works for me and to heck with the quilt police.
    Hear,hear!
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    Old 07-15-2012, 03:25 AM
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    I think we need to go back to basics sometimes!! Think what quilting was all about!! Women using whatever fabrics were to hand, sitting by an open fire,working in candlelight!!! No special rulers or 'gadgets'!! All done by eye!! Modern quilting is really engineering in fabric!!! So whatever suits you is fine!!!! No right or wrong ways.....just different!!!
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    Old 07-15-2012, 03:41 AM
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    I wash everything that comes into the house to remove chemicals, but also find that every single piece shrinks or "reshapes" itself after washing and drying, EVEN the "higher quality" stuff from the LAQ stores!

    I buy nice fabrics at garage sales for 50 cents a yard than 12.99 a yard for the same stuff at the LAQ stores...just needs to be washed!

    Once washed & dried, I iron, going with the grain to keep from stretching it out of shape. I DO use sizing because it really does make it easier to cut. I thought some were nuts to say that, but found out for myself. I think it makes a big difference.

    Steam? NEVER, I am a stritzer!

    Walmart- rarely
    Hobby Lobby- not since their quality now matches Walmart.
    Joann's- never, their quality also matches walmart and I would have to drive 2 hours to get to one!

    Any machine is a sewing machine as long as it sews properly. Yes, some of the newer features are very nice, but you're paying dearly for them...sort of like having a remote for your TV...does it make the show any better? No

    Applique- NO. I'd much rather piece, and love paper piecing results!

    Haven't done the LAQ trip yet. I'm cheap...oops, there it is again. lol

    Definitely stitched over tied.

    Binding definitely cut on the straight grain- it doesn't stretch as much and I think it produces a much nicer finish to the edge.

    I am the "quilt police" in that I do believe there are better ways to do things, and if I am going to spend my valuable time, money and energy doing something, then I am going to do it the best I can at 200% or why bother??
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    Old 07-15-2012, 03:44 AM
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    Originally Posted by Tartan
    Firmly on the fence! I do what works for me and to heck with the quilt police.
    I am sitting there beside you. I feel if it works for me, I enjoy it, and the end result is something I am proud of, my way is just fine. If I read something here that I feel is a great idea, I sure give it a try.
    I will say that whenever a copyright thread comes up, I cringe. I am pretty sure it will get ugly. LOL!
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    Old 07-15-2012, 03:48 AM
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    Originally Posted by RedGarnet222
    I suppose that is what makes quilting for each of us so personalized. I suppose trial and error for some people is thier way of doing things and others have to read and know everything before begining anything.

    I personally feel that people who have quilted a while and lived with thier quilts know the in's and outs and have a lot of wisdom to share.

    There are wonderful people here that share thier talent and expertese. Why not listen and save yourself some heartbreak? But everyone is entitled. LOL...

    I have learned so much here on the quilt board, even though I had made quilts for years. Thanks for all of the tips and tricks everyone. It all helps me to be a better quilter.
    I agree. I'm still learning about quiltmaking and as when I first learned to sew, I listen to and heed those with experience. And from doing something wrong; nothing teaches like making mistakes!
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