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Forum: Main
06-22-2016, 10:43 AM
Replies: 11
Views: 13,146
Posted By mtnmama

Thank you for the info. I don't know how useful...

Thank you for the info. I don't know how useful the handwarmer (sleeve) would be.
Forum: Main
06-22-2016, 06:20 AM
Replies: 11
Views: 13,146
Posted By mtnmama

Question Wheelchair quilts

Does anyone have a pattern or size information for making a lap quilt for a wheelchair? I saw one that had a handwarmer incorporated into the top.
Forum: Main
11-18-2012, 05:49 AM
Replies: 98
Views: 10,515
Posted By mtnmama

I am right there with you! Paper piecing, yikes....

I am right there with you! Paper piecing, yikes. I have done small pieces but it makes my brain hurt.
Forum: Main
11-18-2012, 05:46 AM
Replies: 102
Views: 10,599
Posted By mtnmama

I like scrappy quilts also but sometimes struggle...

I like scrappy quilts also but sometimes struggle with not having all the same colors together. However, I have found that trying to place and replace blocks usually ends up being too tedious. Just...
Forum: Recipes
10-16-2012, 09:48 AM
Replies: 84
Views: 12,114
Posted By mtnmama

Here is a spread recipe I made up using a can of...

Here is a spread recipe I made up using a can of spam, 8 oz block of softened cream cheese and prepared horseradish. Put the spam and cream cheese in a food processor until mixed, then add...
Forum: Main
08-19-2012, 07:27 AM
Replies: 59
Views: 9,109
Posted By mtnmama

I thought I was a weird one for wanting to wander...

I thought I was a weird one for wanting to wander around Harbor Freight looking at stuff. Lots of plastic storage boxes. Little small clamps that are good for closing bags of chips. Those little...
Forum: Main
05-01-2012, 03:45 PM
Replies: 51
Views: 6,785
Posted By mtnmama

I use connectingthreads.com. ...

I use connectingthreads.com. Keepsakequilting.com and also ChristaQuilts.com. Mostly I use my local shops. I really try to support my local shops when I can.
Forum: Main
03-03-2012, 06:54 AM
Replies: 102
Views: 11,278
Posted By mtnmama

I read something in a magazine article about this...

I read something in a magazine article about this subject. It said if you like the fabric buy 1 yard. If you really like it buy 2. If you find you can't live another minute without having it buy 3...
Forum: General Chit-Chat (non-quilting talk)
03-03-2012, 06:43 AM
Replies: 25
Views: 2,537
Posted By mtnmama

Victims of the recent tornados

I just wanted to say my heart and prayers go out to all of the folks that recently were victims of the tornados that went through yesterday. I am sure that we have board members that were affected.
Forum: Main
02-25-2012, 06:59 AM
Replies: 55
Views: 5,921
Posted By mtnmama

I see lots of red and lots of dark. I would use...

I see lots of red and lots of dark. I would use sashing in a light color, tan, beige, even light blue with black corners.
Forum: Main
02-25-2012, 06:41 AM
Replies: 31
Views: 17,965
Posted By mtnmama

Olfa for me, too. I just replaced my 24 x 36 mat...

Olfa for me, too. I just replaced my 24 x 36 mat after 11 years of use. They are pretty expensive but using a coupon at Joann's helps. Even though I usually get aggravated when I try to use...
Forum: QB Help Center
02-19-2012, 06:00 AM
Replies: 8
Views: 606
Posted By mtnmama

Yes, I just tried to reply to a tutorial and got...

Yes, I just tried to reply to a tutorial and got locked in some kind of loop. I never did get to reply. I couldn't even log out. I finally had to close out and when I pulled the board back up I...
Forum: Tutorials
02-19-2012, 05:46 AM
Replies: 67
Views: 12,166
Posted By mtnmama

This is a wonderful reference! Thank you so much...

This is a wonderful reference! Thank you so much for posting this and sharing with all of us.
Forum: Main
02-05-2012, 12:54 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 808
Posted By mtnmama

I have made several flannel quilts and even hand...

I have made several flannel quilts and even hand quilted one. If you are making a baby quilt, it won't matter much what type of batting you use, but making a large quilt, I would suggest using a...
Forum: Main
10-30-2011, 04:58 AM
Replies: 129
Views: 17,391
Posted By mtnmama

I agree that the local dealer is the key. I have...

I agree that the local dealer is the key. I have 2 Berninas the QE153 and the last one is the 640E with the embroidery module and the stitch regulator. I love them both. I can go to my dealer and...
Forum: Main
09-18-2011, 04:27 AM
Replies: 109
Views: 7,811
Posted By mtnmama

I love shopping for the fabric, cutting, and...

I love shopping for the fabric, cutting, and piecing. I love putting on the binding because I love the handwork and the fact that the quilt is finished by this time. I dislike the "sandwiching"...
Forum: Tutorials
09-17-2011, 05:42 PM
Replies: 366
Views: 141,242
Posted By mtnmama

If you wanted to use them to hold your...

If you wanted to use them to hold your "treasures" you could sew a small loop on one side and a button on the other side.
Forum: Main
08-21-2011, 04:47 AM
Replies: 141
Views: 11,089
Posted By mtnmama

I do not like the sandwiching on a twin size or...

I do not like the sandwiching on a twin size or larger. I have tried pinning and spray basting and don't like either one. I love the handwork of sewing on the binding. I would like for someone out...
Forum: Main
07-24-2011, 04:40 AM
Replies: 125
Views: 12,849
Posted By mtnmama

Hey Folks, This is called inflation. Fat...

Hey Folks, This is called inflation. Fat quarters are smaller and the same price. Sugar in 4lb bags and the same price. Have you noticed boxes of crackers or cookies, less in size, more in price.
Forum: Main
06-05-2011, 06:30 AM
Replies: 10
Views: 2,283
Posted By mtnmama

I saw a pattern for a placemat using chalkboard...

I saw a pattern for a placemat using chalkboard cloth. Sounds like a great idea for my grandson. Trying to find some is another problem. I found one site on line that had it for $8.40 a yard, but...
Forum: Tutorials
06-05-2011, 06:07 AM
Replies: 61
Views: 12,565
Posted By mtnmama

I also do a lot of hand quilting, piecing etc,...

I also do a lot of hand quilting, piecing etc, but the needle turn is frustrating for me. I can't seem to get my edges consistent. I have tried this fusible method and it works very well. It does...
Forum: Main
06-05-2011, 05:43 AM
Replies: 223
Views: 37,015
Posted By mtnmama

Metal chopsticks for turning. I found that the...

Metal chopsticks for turning. I found that the wooden ones have rough edge that seem to catch on the fabric. I use the little plastic tubes that extra lead (for mechanical pencils) comes in for old...
Forum: Main
06-05-2011, 05:21 AM
Replies: 72
Views: 14,866
Posted By mtnmama

Amen, Amen!

Amen, Amen!
Forum: Main
05-14-2011, 05:31 AM
Replies: 102
Views: 9,651
Posted By mtnmama

I love batiks, and have lots in my stash, but...

I love batiks, and have lots in my stash, but there is always room for more. My LQS has prices around $9-$10 and a sale going on through the end of May for 20% off. I think I need to go buy some...
Forum: Main
05-14-2011, 05:19 AM
Replies: 33
Views: 31,192
Posted By mtnmama

I struggle with machine quilting and usually do...

I struggle with machine quilting and usually do some diagonal straight line quilting about two inches apart. My favorite quilting is by hand, but it takes a long time to finish. It is difficult for...
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