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07-21-2013, 09:04 AM
Replies: 8
Views: 1,276
Posted By MAMs

It isn't a block of the month, but My Lazy Daisy...

It isn't a block of the month, but My Lazy Daisy have some real simple applique patterns for table runners and some quilts. You may want to check them out. www.mylazydaisy.com
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07-16-2013, 05:33 AM
Replies: 4
Views: 760
Posted By MAMs

Photo Quilt

A good friend and I were brainstorming on ideas for her parents' 50th. I thought of a photo quilt and am starting to research how to do this. Of course the best research comes from experience...
Forum: Main
07-13-2013, 09:13 AM
Replies: 5
Views: 1,090
Posted By MAMs

I just finished quilting a minky back. The only...

I just finished quilting a minky back. The only issue I had was I kept thinking my bobbin thread was coming up. I kept adjusting the tension. It was a hot pink minky so I used hot pink bobbin...
07-03-2013, 03:36 AM
Replies: 27
Views: 1,020
Posted By MAMs

Welcome...enjoy the journey of learning how to...

Welcome...enjoy the journey of learning how to quilt...certainly is a fun hobby
07-03-2013, 03:35 AM
Replies: 29
Views: 978
Posted By MAMs

Welcome...I am your neighbor in Wisconsin..

Welcome...I am your neighbor in Wisconsin..
Forum: Main
07-02-2013, 12:23 PM
Replies: 14
Views: 3,790
Posted By MAMs

I love how minky feels as the backing so I don't...

I love how minky feels as the backing so I don't want to give up. Thinking I will continue to practice more with cotton top and backing and then try another minky. Maybe I will go with...
Forum: Main
07-02-2013, 10:11 AM
Replies: 14
Views: 3,790
Posted By MAMs

I used cotton thread 50wt (Madera) and the same...

I used cotton thread 50wt (Madera) and the same type on top and in the bobbin. My batting was 100% cotton warm and natural.
Forum: Main
07-02-2013, 06:24 AM
Replies: 21
Views: 5,016
Posted By MAMs

Each time I load it does get easier and I sure...

Each time I load it does get easier and I sure know to check that it can roll up before I start quilting. I certainly agree that a check list would be very handy to have. So much to learn and...
07-02-2013, 06:19 AM
Replies: 25
Views: 2,640
Posted By MAMs

Very cute!!! Worth the time and effort now that...

Very cute!!! Worth the time and effort now that it is finished!
Forum: Main
07-02-2013, 06:10 AM
Replies: 14
Views: 3,790
Posted By MAMs

Quilting on minky

So I attempted my first quilting on a minky back (used at LA) and just tell myself that every first attempt is just a learning experience. I spent a lot of time adjusting the tension. I wonder if I...
Forum: Main
07-02-2013, 05:56 AM
Replies: 27
Views: 7,937
Posted By MAMs

That boarder is fantastic!!! You must also be a...

That boarder is fantastic!!! You must also be a very talented artist to get such fine lines and details. I am very impressed. I have just started long arm quilting and I marvel at your skill. I...
Forum: Main
06-26-2013, 05:35 PM
Replies: 13
Views: 2,772
Posted By MAMs

I agree that your mother's work is beautiful and...

I agree that your mother's work is beautiful and making a quilt from her work will be a timeless heirloom for many to enjoy.
06-26-2013, 03:03 PM
Replies: 32
Views: 1,406
Posted By MAMs

Where in Wisconsin are you from?

Where in Wisconsin are you from?
Forum: Main
06-26-2013, 12:21 PM
Replies: 21
Views: 5,016
Posted By MAMs

LOL Nilla, seems like I learn the lessons the...

LOL Nilla, seems like I learn the lessons the hard way too. Seems like people are talking a foreign language until I try something, make a mistake and then can say "oh that is what they meant" I...
Forum: Main
06-26-2013, 12:18 PM
Replies: 21
Views: 5,016
Posted By MAMs

Thank you, and I just peeked at your blog. I...

Thank you, and I just peeked at your blog. I love your work! It was fun watching you and makes me want to get some rulers. All in good time.
Forum: Main
06-26-2013, 09:29 AM
Replies: 21
Views: 5,016
Posted By MAMs

Thank you..I will start an internet search for...

Thank you..I will start an internet search for them. I saw one tutorial on you tube that had zippers instead of pins...oh how I want anything that saves time and is easy...thank again
06-26-2013, 08:18 AM
Replies: 10
Views: 634
Posted By MAMs

That is excellent that you add strength training...

That is excellent that you add strength training with your walking. Often I think women do not realize the importance of strength training!
Forum: Main
06-26-2013, 06:37 AM
Replies: 21
Views: 5,016
Posted By MAMs

I think it is how I am pinning on to the cloth...

I think it is how I am pinning on to the cloth leaders and the way I turned it when loading. It seems like my pinning is awkward on the leaders. The directions said to have the front of the leaders...
06-26-2013, 03:54 AM
Replies: 10
Views: 634
Posted By MAMs

A college CC runner...how proud you must be! I...

A college CC runner...how proud you must be! I love coaching and my team of runners are such great kids. There is something special about a distance runner!
Forum: Main
06-26-2013, 03:48 AM
Replies: 23
Views: 2,044
Posted By MAMs

Beautiful quilt and very fun to look at!

Beautiful quilt and very fun to look at!
Forum: Main
06-26-2013, 02:50 AM
Replies: 21
Views: 5,016
Posted By MAMs

Oh Dear...such a learning laughable moment with a long arm

So I just got a Baby Locks Crown Jewel with a Pearl frame. Did one practice run with some cheap material. Was feeling confident (after figuring out how to adjust tension and get the bobbin in...
06-26-2013, 02:40 AM
Replies: 32
Views: 1,406
Posted By MAMs

Thank you! The long arm is a great machine but a...

Thank you! The long arm is a great machine but a big learning curve. I have a meandering down. Last night I did my first quilt (my daughter's t-shirt quilt that was started in 2006) as a practice...
06-26-2013, 02:36 AM
Replies: 32
Views: 1,406
Posted By MAMs

Where in Wisconsin? I am in Appleton.

Where in Wisconsin? I am in Appleton.
06-25-2013, 02:33 PM
Replies: 32
Views: 1,406
Posted By MAMs

Thank you, I am still a little intimidated by it....

Thank you, I am still a little intimidated by it. Have done a little practice and now have my daughter's t-shirt quilt on it ready to go. The tension stuff makes me nervous but everyone says it...
06-25-2013, 02:31 PM
Replies: 32
Views: 1,406
Posted By MAMs

Thank you. My sister lives in Rocklin...

Thank you. My sister lives in Rocklin California, is that close to you?
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