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Originally Posted by moonwork42029
(Post 4697938)
My sister thinks "sewing" is a bad word to be done only when absolutely necessary...you are so lucky to have some one to sew with. I'm sure you'll get a bunch done but mostly have a great time with them.
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I know what you mean. I keep needing to post an update but..... *cough* I sorta lost the charger to my camera battery and have been going through my sewing room in search. Havn't found it yet lol :) hopefully soon, but on the bright side my rooms all clean once again!! I have received a few blocks in the mail I havn't checked them all but there is one stunner that I just keep ogling! It has a butterfly embroidered in the center of it, I love it. No offence to anyone else I have honestly loved every block I have received and thank you to all the wonderful quilters in this swap for doing such an amazing job. I'll post picks and a list once I have things found and fixed up :) Happy quilting everyone. Hopefully we get some people back on here soon. Then switch over seems to have stalled things a bit.
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Yes, I feel that way too, infact I'm a little lonely, I've always looked forward to looking and saying OH I want to try that and now no one post or talks much any more...But then again it is getting closer to the Holidays and I'm hoping that's the reason of the lack of!
Donna
Originally Posted by joanelizbay
(Post 4697291)
Am I the only one thats thinking everyone has run off the board? I use to love to get on here and see what the chatter was, see pictures people were posting, connect with friends but now its like no one is on anymore. :( Have only received 8 finished grown up blocks so far and dont see many posts from people that have received any either. I MISS YOU GUYS :)
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Just ignore this post, I thought I had made a mistake, but found out I didn't...
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update
I've been working on the block, have a dozen cut and ready to sew, the problem, sewing time! My mom's in a cleaning kick (my grandma died in July and my dad and his siblings-14 in all-are going through her house, very slowly since they meet a couple of times a month. So now we're trying to incorporate her stuff into the house which means rearranging a LOT of stuff. We're currently debating the organization of our familyroom-were I have temporarily set up my sewing area and the computer area as well as our TV watching area-which means if all goes well I'm hoping to have the blocks done and my few Christmas projects done before Christmas, but then that my all be in my dreams! So wish me luck, I might just end up under an avalanche of stuff :)
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moonwork this is the second boom swap that i have participated in and this time around i received so many notes in a couple of f8's that i too was tempted to send them back. instead i sent a pm asking the sender to clarify what they wanted. i do understand why there is a need to clarify what is wanted or not wanted in the finished blocks, but i am finding that it can become a challenge when i receive a mini booklet of instructions to prepare a block (not saying this is what you did). maybe the person who returned your f8 was comfounded by the included notes & just needs some clarification.
either way good luck with the rest of your boom swap.
Originally Posted by moonwork42029
(Post 4697976)
I got one of my f8's back unused :eek: ...hopefully I didn't confuse others with my note.
I asked to try and use the colors in the f8 and not use clashing patterns. I was thinking that would leave the whole palette of creams, light tans, browns, light greens, olively greens, light blues, light yellows and whites....I just didn't want another "pattern/stripes" to clash with it as I was wanting a more subdued looking top. I'm sorry if this seemed too limiting -- that isn't what was meant. If you have any concerns, please let me know. I'm sure I'll be thrilled with any block you make and send to me. I know I didn't see someone's note until after I had already cut the fabrics and made the block...the note had been stuck to the flap of the envelope and it didn't come out until I went to gather all the "finished" stuff from my baggie so I know I didn't "follow" their request and for that I'm sorry, but it did turn out cool (hope they think so too :) ) |
I myself love the notes...it gives me some guidance as to what they are wishing to have in their top...with that said (well typed anyway) the maker is free to make the block of their desires.
To me, April makes it clear this is a friendship swap and the maker has full control of what they make of any f8. The notes are a jump-off for me and I try to honor what someone asks for. But... as we all have done, sometimes that isn't possible but I sure hope the receiver likes whatever I've sent. I have loved all the blocks I have received in the other boom and in this boom too. It's the thrill of the squishy in the mail that has me wishing the mail came twice a day :). |
Originally Posted by wendsy
(Post 4701221)
I've been working on the block, have a dozen cut and ready to sew, the problem, sewing time! My mom's in a cleaning kick (my grandma died in July and my dad and his siblings-14 in all-are going through her house, very slowly since they meet a couple of times a month. So now we're trying to incorporate her stuff into the house which means rearranging a LOT of stuff. We're currently debating the organization of our familyroom-were I have temporarily set up my sewing area and the computer area as well as our TV watching area-which means if all goes well I'm hoping to have the blocks done and my few Christmas projects done before Christmas, but then that my all be in my dreams! So wish me luck, I might just end up under an avalanche of stuff :)
Phew...the first couple sentences really had me worried...blocks cut and mom in cleaning mode...(shivers)...I could only imagine the worst. I'm sorry you lost your grandma so recently. Good luck to you! |
I love recieving notes to guide me along. It makes some decisions a lot easier, especially where this was my first swap. I love it and don't want it to end. I am in hopes to get into another as soon as I am done with this one.
2 blocks going out tomorrow to: babyfire04 oatw13 I haven't recieved any blocks in a couple weeks, so I am assuming everyone is busy with the holidays and that is understandable. Happy Thanksgiving to all. |
I've tried my best to do what everyone wanted, on some I had to go buy fabric and then that was a challage itself because I couldn't find the colors exactly to what I was looking for and just had to wing it with what they had. Do to back problems I just can't go from shop to shop looking, there was one block that just didn't come out the way I was hoping and I sent a note back with a FQ saying I was sorry I messed up her fabric but I didn't know what else to do....I was using embroidery design and it was off in size and I just couldn't get the design that I wanted to work, I still sent out the block with the extra FQ...
Donna
Originally Posted by moonwork42029
(Post 4702752)
I myself love the notes...it gives me some guidance as to what they are wishing to have in their top...with that said (well typed anyway) the maker is free to make the block of their desires.
To me, April makes it clear this is a friendship swap and the maker has full control of what they make of any f8. The notes are a jump-off for me and I try to honor what someone asks for. But... as we all have done, sometimes that isn't possible but I sure hope the receiver likes whatever I've sent. I have loved all the blocks I have received in the other boom and in this boom too. It's the thrill of the squishy in the mail that has me wishing the mail came twice a day :). |
I'm still around, but haven't had any updates to post. The mail lady hasn't brought any squishies in quite awhile (over 2 weeks). :(
Looking at my list, I've received everyone's F8, and have mailed back all the finished blocks. I've received 19 completed blocks back so far, which is a little over half, and have posted pics of all of them in the thread as well as on my Photobucket page (link in sig line). :) |
thanks for the good suggestions to my keyboard problem! my dh is a computer geek, took the keyboard off and blew some canned air thru. all better! phew, i was worried about never being able to talk again! i missed being on the board sooo much! all better now!
speaking of missing things-- i haven't had a squishy in a loooong time! i only have nine, and i want mooore! i have one project left to finish and then i will devote full time to getting blocks out! happy thanksgiving to all and to those of you travelling, a safe trip! |
Hopefully I will make some people happy. I am sending blocks to the following today:
CyndiH jeyjami Kathy N marcialee missgigglewings NanaKathy55 Peggerss shaysmema |
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Lookie what I got from missgigglewings today.
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Miss Gigglewings, I got your wonderful block today, thank you so much, Donna, it is great. I still cannot post pictures so if you can do so, I would apreciate it. Thanks.
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got this beautiful block today from Missgigglwings. Its so pretty, fits right in with the other purples Ive received. This makes 11 Ive received so far, leaves 24 to go. I almost go thru withdrawal when I go to the mail box and theres nothing there. Glad everyone seems to have their F8's out and a lot of you seem to have them finished and on their way home! Im looking forward to the next swap! Happy Thanksgiving to everyone!
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Beautiful block received from Kathy N - Thank you - I love it . xx
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I received a beautiful Custer Star from MissGiggleWings, will post pics later.
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Thanks Missgigglewings for my block - got it Monday! My kids love your board name.
Moonrise - I know, I am itching to do some sewing - maybe I'll skip Black Friday and concentrate on blocks. I have some great patterns printed and ready to use! Can't wait. |
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I received 3 great blocks today! thank you ladies I love them all...
From Nancia [ATTACH=CONFIG]290345[/ATTACH] From Missgigglewings [ATTACH=CONFIG]290346[/ATTACH] From Paintmejudy [ATTACH=CONFIG]290347[/ATTACH] |
Hello everyone,
Just checking in to see how things are going and to wish you all a very Happy Thanksgiving. Hugs April |
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I received another great block from OK Darla yesterday.
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Happy Thanksgiving everyone! I just created an album with all my blocks from Boom 6 in it. Some of you may not know this but I was off line for a while because my PC was at the Geek Squads getting de-virused! I lost the files on my desktop which included some of these blocks with names attached. If there is a "?" where your name should be, I do apologize. Would you please claim your work for me because I do keep a hournal once a quilt is done. Thank you so much! I love every single block I received!
http://www.quiltingboard.com/member-...lbums1062.html |
It wont let me open your link missgigglewings?
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I cannot open your link
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I don't know why it won't open...it did at one time. Try this one:
http://www.quiltingboard.com/members...lbums1062.html |
Beautiful block received this morning from Jennifer22206 . Thank you - I love it xx
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Yep that one opened just fine
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A huge hug and thank you to Garnet1265 for a fantastic block. Kristin I hope you can post a pix for me, of the lovely fussy cut petals on the flower in a vase, both of them hand appliqued with teeny tiny stitches, with an embroidered bumble bee. Just too too cute! Thank you again, Kristin.
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Hi everyone-I have just returned from vacation and wanted to give an update--I have received four lovely blocks from moonwork42029, Sustraley, Paintmejudy and a lovely paper-pieced star block but I've lost the envelope so I'm not sure who it is from. I took pictures of the blocks, but I can't figure out how to upload them into this new system. I have finished the block for Delta Dawn and it will go in the mail on Monday. Hope everyone had a wonderful Thanksgiving. Peggy Reilly (peggerss)
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Originally Posted by Peggerss
(Post 4723422)
Hi everyone-I have just returned from vacation and wanted to give an update--I have received four lovely blocks from moonwork42029, Sustraley, Paintmejudy and a lovely paper-pieced star block but I've lost the envelope so I'm not sure who it is from. I took pictures of the blocks, but I can't figure out how to upload them into this new system. I have finished the block for Delta Dawn and it will go in the mail on Monday. Hope everyone had a wonderful Thanksgiving. Peggy Reilly (peggerss)
Peggerss...this is the one I sent to you |
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I am mailing out 2 blocks on Monday 11-28 ... if you want to see if they are yours or not, you can click on my thread link at the bottom of this post...
I received a lovely block from Luvs2sew2011 also. I'm really loving the green floral I sent to some of you. [ATTACH=CONFIG]291199[/ATTACH] Okay...just so you don't have to go to the other link if you don't want to...the finished blocks being mailed on 11-28 will be going to NanaKathy55 and CyndiH...that way your surprise won't be ruined for you when you open the mail. |
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I am so glad you liked it. I hadn't appliqued in so long and it was a bit of an experiment. The bumblebee is actually an applique patch that I bought at Joannes to cover up a boo-boo. I had decided to add the stem after the pot was already stitched and then the fabric began to tear a bit when I used the hoop, so Mr. Bumblebee to the rescue!
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What a cute block Garnet...
Donna
Originally Posted by Garnet1265
(Post 4725773)
I am so glad you liked it. I hadn't appliqued in so long and it was a bit of an experiment. The bumblebee is actually an applique patch that I bought at Joannes to cover up a boo-boo. I had decided to add the stem after the pot was already stitched and then the fabric began to tear a bit when I used the hoop, so Mr. Bumblebee to the rescue!
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Here is an update:
I have received completed blocks from: Garnet1265 marcialee missgigglewings nancia paintmejudy sustraley I have received F8's from everyone except marcialee. I am getting ready to send out 7 or 8 more finished blocks this week. They are ready to go, just need to get to the post office. I hope everyone had a restful holiday. :) |
I have and did send all my fabric out on 10/1...I can resend you a piece, it must have been lost somewhere
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Want to help choose...having block block again... which one would you choose?
The center piece was sent to me.... Note asked for no novelty or black fabric. Let's see what y'all think and I'll check on it later on tonight. [ATTACH=CONFIG]291327[/ATTACH] |
Geo gets my vote....
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Got 2 more done today! Sending them home on Monday 11/28/11 to Abby's Mom & Oatw13.
You can peek on the link thread if you want to see what's heading their way. |
yellow wins flowers-- keyboard out again!
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