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Forum: Main
Today, 11:51 AM
Replies: 3
Views: 254
Posted By michelem

I’ve put fusible on the back but used a...

I’ve put fusible on the back but used a lightweight one.
Forum: Main
Today, 11:50 AM
Replies: 2
Views: 88
Posted By michelem

I usually make them 12 x 16 but have gone larger...

I usually make them 12 x 16 but have gone larger to 18 if someone requested. Also discovered when I started selling mine that 6 was better than 4. good luck.
Forum: Main
04-09-2024, 08:10 AM
Replies: 16
Views: 2,570
Posted By michelem

Lots of great ideas. I’ve made rag quilts with...

Lots of great ideas. I’ve made rag quilts with kid’s flannel…..go together quickly. Given them to some new moms who liked to use them in the car to drape over the baby after strapping in. guess...
Forum: Main
04-04-2024, 04:26 AM
Replies: 5
Views: 1,266
Posted By michelem

I’ve used towels in quilts with tee shirts. I...

I’ve used towels in quilts with tee shirts. I always put fusible on the back and used cotton as the sashing. Long arm quilter never complained about it.
Forum: Main
04-01-2024, 02:01 PM
Replies: 10
Views: 1,107
Posted By michelem

I have a friend who does my long arm work and...

I have a friend who does my long arm work and love it when the thread on the back shows the quilt pattern. Makes it more interesting IMO.
Forum: Main
02-15-2024, 04:55 PM
Replies: 25
Views: 3,367
Posted By michelem

My style of quilting hasn’t changed that much —...

My style of quilting hasn’t changed that much — still won’t deal with small pieces - but my taste in fabric has. I’ve gone through phases — started using mostly flower prints. Anyone remember the...
Forum: Main
02-15-2024, 04:48 PM
Replies: 17
Views: 1,836
Posted By michelem

I do what peckish suggested….throw in the dryer...

I do what peckish suggested….throw in the dryer for 20 minutes or so. I’ve also wet in my laundry room sink, getting most of the water out, drying and then doing the washing machine.
Forum: Main
02-11-2024, 12:52 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 1,062
Posted By michelem

Prewound bobbins

I’ve been using pre wound bobbins for years. I’ve noticed over the past month, I’ve had to change bobbins more frequently, sometimes after 10 days of sewing. I have a new Pfaff 720. Any reason...
Forum: Main
02-09-2024, 01:01 PM
Replies: 3
Views: 596
Posted By michelem

I use to use the EQ printables for photos going...

I use to use the EQ printables for photos going on pillows or in quilts. Liked the way they felt and didn’t have a problem sewing with them.
Forum: Main
02-03-2024, 09:56 AM
Replies: 23
Views: 2,429
Posted By michelem

I use jelly rolls a lot for charity quilts. I...

I use jelly rolls a lot for charity quilts. I don’t pre wash but I do throw them in the dryer for 10-15 minutes. It helps to get rid of the pinked edges, which are usually all over my clothes. ...
Forum: Main
01-20-2024, 12:03 PM
Replies: 13
Views: 1,722
Posted By michelem

You’re a brave woman! I’ve done more tee shirt...

You’re a brave woman! I’ve done more tee shirt quilts than I can count at this point. Tutorial has a lot of what I do with a few exceptions. I washed all the tee shirts before starting, even if...
Forum: Main
01-12-2024, 01:05 PM
Replies: 83
Views: 8,996
Posted By michelem

My first VQW! I’m trying to finish up a quilt of...

My first VQW! I’m trying to finish up a quilt of valor pattern called flying flags. I’ve been sewing strip sets together and am ready to start making the blocks.
Forum: Main
01-03-2024, 08:22 AM
Replies: 9
Views: 1,843
Posted By michelem

aashley333...

aashley333 (https://www.quiltingboard.com/members/aashley333-u236921.html) - Where did you find the temps for all those years? My sister turns 80 in June, thinking this might be a nice gift. And...
Forum: Main
11-08-2023, 08:31 AM
Replies: 2
Views: 573
Posted By michelem

Pfaff 2056

I just found out that my 2056 can not be repaired. I love this machine and feel like I'm losing a good friend! I plan to look at replacements on Friday -- sticking with Pfaff because of IDT. In...
Forum: Main
10-03-2023, 04:10 AM
Replies: 7
Views: 3,964
Posted By michelem

Never heard of that block so had to go looking. ...

Never heard of that block so had to go looking. Check out fat quarter shop….looks like there’s a YouTube video.
Forum: Main
07-24-2023, 04:04 AM
Replies: 10
Views: 1,420
Posted By michelem

I decided to try hexies months ago. I put the...

I decided to try hexies months ago. I put the paper in place on the fabric, iron the edges over, remove paper and then use a glue stick to hold down edges until I’m ready to sew. Glue is still...
Forum: Main
06-27-2023, 10:12 AM
Replies: 33
Views: 3,886
Posted By michelem

I’m trying to figure out how many quilts she made...

I’m trying to figure out how many quilts she made if there are 20 binders…..guessing it’s in the hundreds. What about picking a group — awarding winning, most unusual, favorites if you know, one’s...
Forum: Main
04-23-2023, 12:56 PM
Replies: 2
Views: 844
Posted By michelem

storing quilts long-term

I've decided I want to make baby quilts for three kids who are my "bonus" grandchildren. I made a baby quilt when each was born and over the years, have made additional quilts as they've grown and...
Forum: Main
03-26-2023, 02:23 PM
Replies: 45
Views: 5,274
Posted By michelem

I had cork board installed on my wall, then...

I had cork board installed on my wall, then covered it with a light weight batting. Most of the time, blocks stick to the batting but if I need pins, they easily go into the cork board. If you...
Forum: Main
03-16-2023, 10:59 AM
Replies: 20
Views: 2,400
Posted By michelem

I did a bunny….much smaller than most of...

I did a bunny….much smaller than most of hers….and liked the process although it was slow going. Kept changing my mind about what I wanted where. I just appliquéd it to a piece of fabric with batting...
Forum: Main
01-22-2023, 06:27 AM
Replies: 15
Views: 2,297
Posted By michelem

And Backside will send you a small sample if...

And Backside will send you a small sample if color match is important.
Forum: Main
01-06-2023, 12:22 PM
Replies: 19
Views: 1,537
Posted By michelem

I’ve done a lot of rag quilts, have one waiting...

I’ve done a lot of rag quilts, have one waiting to get snipped right now. Started with the batting in the middle, cut smaller, but switched to flannel after awhile. I like being able to cut...
Forum: Main
12-31-2022, 07:21 AM
Replies: 63
Views: 6,653
Posted By michelem

One of my goals is to donate fabric I know I’ll...

One of my goals is to donate fabric I know I’ll never use. I have several groupings of kids/baby fabrics, happy to send to anyone who wants them.
Forum: Main
12-11-2022, 07:32 AM
Replies: 20
Views: 2,553
Posted By michelem

thanks for all the suggestions. Curious about...

thanks for all the suggestions. Curious about the ones that stick to your machine. Some reviews say they don’t stay on, others that you can’t get them off! I found one that I’m going to try.
Forum: Main
12-06-2022, 11:35 AM
Replies: 20
Views: 2,553
Posted By michelem

lights

I can't avoid it anymore....I need a small light for my sewing machine that will help me see what I'm doing. I've googled sewing table lights and found two that might work. OttLite Flexible Soft...
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