Why do you sew or quilt?
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I used to do cross stitch for about 17 years. They are cute, but once they are finished, they just hang on the wall. I quilt to keep people, (including myself) warm. When I give a quilt away, it makes me feel good that I have made something pretty that is also functional.
#56
I love fabric! Nothing is more therapeutic than putting together colors and patterns to make something useful. I made clothes for my children and myself years ago but I love the freedom that comes with quilting. And no sleeves to cut and 'ease' into the bodice. You can get wild and crazy with fabric, or be very precise with appliqué . Quilting can fit your mood and all the while you are working with beautiful color.
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I simply don't like whatever is in the stores. I resent designers telling me what I "have to have"
I learned to change patterns around for clothes - if I want a different neckline or sleeve, I change it, I color block. I can also digitize embroidery.
Same goes for quilting. I get into some trouble there with technique since no one else does it that way and don't think I should even try it. (I've since found programs that do the math for you) Also run into problems with colors. The ones I like aren't available in a certain year.
This is why I don't subscribe to any quilting magazines. I'll buy one in the store only if it has a good tutorial for a technique I want to learn.
BTW - There is an app for Android called Block Tool. It does yardage for traditional blocks in several sizes.
I learned to change patterns around for clothes - if I want a different neckline or sleeve, I change it, I color block. I can also digitize embroidery.
Same goes for quilting. I get into some trouble there with technique since no one else does it that way and don't think I should even try it. (I've since found programs that do the math for you) Also run into problems with colors. The ones I like aren't available in a certain year.
This is why I don't subscribe to any quilting magazines. I'll buy one in the store only if it has a good tutorial for a technique I want to learn.
BTW - There is an app for Android called Block Tool. It does yardage for traditional blocks in several sizes.
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