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    Forum: Main
    09-16-2014, 11:44 AM
    Replies: 10
    Views: 1,130
    Posted By hautewife

    Got it! Totally makes sense now. I iron yardage...

    Got it! Totally makes sense now. I iron yardage but press pieces. Thanks all!
    Forum: Main
    09-16-2014, 11:41 AM
    Replies: 44
    Views: 77,007
    Posted By hautewife

    I haven't but after reading this, I am not going...

    I haven't but after reading this, I am not going to use it. Hate that it is going to go to waste but not worth the headache. I'm going topick up some 805 instead. Thanks for the info!
    Forum: Main
    09-15-2014, 01:34 PM
    Replies: 10
    Views: 1,130
    Posted By hautewife

    How do you press fabric?

    Excuse the rookie post. I've read about pressing versus ironing fabric. Can someone please describe how you "press?" Do you move the iron along the fabric at all or are you simply lifting and...
    Forum: Main
    09-15-2014, 01:29 PM
    Replies: 44
    Views: 77,007
    Posted By hautewife

    Thanks everyone for your suggestions. I didn't...

    Thanks everyone for your suggestions. I didn't have anything that you mentioned but I was able to grab the pressing cloth with a coupon from Joann's for under $3. However, I am definitely going to...
    Forum: Main
    09-15-2014, 01:28 PM
    Replies: 44
    Views: 77,007
    Posted By hautewife

    I'm definitely no expert. This is actually for a...

    I'm definitely no expert. This is actually for a non-quilting project. I'm doing a 100% cotton applique on tshirts. Now, that you have mentioned this, I will definitely do a sample run to make...
    Forum: Main
    09-15-2014, 08:05 AM
    Replies: 44
    Views: 77,007
    Posted By hautewife

    Pressing cloth substitutes?

    Hello,

    I am working on a project that I am using fusible binding for. I purchased Pellon 725 Heavy-Duty Wonder-Under fusible web. The directions require the use of a damp press cloth. I've...
    Forum: Main
    09-09-2014, 10:59 AM
    Replies: 60
    Views: 7,874
    Posted By hautewife

    I highly recommend having her browse modern...

    I highly recommend having her browse modern quilts on Pinterest. Do it together so you can learn what she likes and doesn't. I am firm believer that there is a quilt style for everyone.
    Forum: Main
    09-08-2014, 02:56 PM
    Replies: 53
    Views: 8,429
    Posted By hautewife

    Thank you all again for your wonderful advice. ...

    Thank you all again for your wonderful advice. It seems like I am on the right track since I have already purchased a 6 x 24 ruler, OLFA rotary cutter and self healing mat. Also, my machine is...
    Forum: Main
    09-05-2014, 08:34 AM
    Replies: 53
    Views: 8,429
    Posted By hautewife

    Will I really be ripping seams that often?...

    Will I really be ripping seams that often? (imagine me biting my nails)
    Forum: Main
    09-05-2014, 08:12 AM
    Replies: 53
    Views: 8,429
    Posted By hautewife

    What are you quilting must haves?

    Hello all!

    I've learned that quilting isn't exactly cheap, lol. There are so many notions and tools that it can all be quite overwhelming. My mother always said that Rome wasn't built in a day. ...
    Forum: Main
    08-28-2014, 11:43 AM
    Replies: 13
    Views: 5,568
    Posted By hautewife

    I am fond of these: 489438489439

    I am fond of these:

    489438489439
    Forum: Main
    08-26-2014, 07:04 AM
    Replies: 75
    Views: 9,418
    Posted By hautewife

    Thanks everyone! Collectively, you have helped...

    Thanks everyone! Collectively, you have helped me work through what I believe will work best for me. Given my son's skin sensitivities (and the thought of bugs), I 'm going to pre-wash my fabrics. ...
    Forum: Pictures
    08-25-2014, 09:18 PM
    Replies: 106
    Views: 9,034
    Posted By hautewife

    This is gorgeous. I'm also a newbie and hope to...

    This is gorgeous. I'm also a newbie and hope to catch on quickly. Did you so a lot before you started quilting?
    Forum: Pictures
    08-25-2014, 09:12 PM
    Replies: 60
    Views: 7,847
    Posted By hautewife

    This is just darling! What size is it?

    This is just darling! What size is it?
    Forum: Main
    08-25-2014, 01:24 PM
    Replies: 75
    Views: 9,418
    Posted By hautewife

    Thank you for the tips on how to starch and...

    Thank you for the tips on how to starch and press. Also your reminder to embrace the entire process as meditation is encouraging.
    Forum: Main
    08-25-2014, 01:17 PM
    Replies: 75
    Views: 9,418
    Posted By hautewife

    Wow, I'm surprised that so far the majority...

    Wow, I'm surprised that so far the majority pre-washes. I had never heard of a "color catcher" before. I also especially like the idea of dipping in boiling water to test. Also, the point of...
    Forum: Main
    08-25-2014, 12:29 PM
    Replies: 75
    Views: 9,418
    Posted By hautewife

    How do you prep your fabric?

    Disclaimer: I can be "full of questions" so I am going to try my best to limit myself to one question a week. If I ask something that has been answered before, you won't hurt my feelings by...
    Forum: Main
    08-25-2014, 12:17 PM
    Replies: 48
    Views: 7,687
    Posted By hautewife

    Thank you all for your words of wisdom. I'm...

    Thank you all for your words of wisdom. I'm preparing myself for lots of trial and error. I'm somewhat of a perfectionist so bear with me as I attempt to making the learning process ans stressless...
    Forum: Main
    08-21-2014, 01:16 PM
    Replies: 48
    Views: 7,687
    Posted By hautewife

    Wow. Thank you all for the overwhelming...

    Wow. Thank you all for the overwhelming response! I will definitely visit a few local shops to become better acquainted with fabrics in general and also brands. Meanwhile, I will start browsing...
    Forum: Main
    08-21-2014, 01:12 PM
    Replies: 48
    Views: 7,687
    Posted By hautewife

    I live inside the loop and work a few blocks from...

    I live inside the loop and work a few blocks from the Galleria. What is a fabshophop?
    Forum: Main
    08-21-2014, 09:32 AM
    Replies: 48
    Views: 7,687
    Posted By hautewife

    Thank you! That information is very helpful. ...

    Thank you! That information is very helpful. Are there any online stores that you recommend? I am a big fan of Etsy.com and have found some beautiful fabrics there as well.
    Forum: Main
    08-21-2014, 08:38 AM
    Replies: 48
    Views: 7,687
    Posted By hautewife

    What is considered quality fabric?

    Hello there!

    I'm new to sewing and quilting. I've purchased some fabric from my local Hobby Lobby for my first quilt. It was roughly $6-7/yd. As I read through tutorials and blogs, I keep...
    Forum: Introduce Yourself
    08-21-2014, 08:15 AM
    Replies: 22
    Views: 1,139
    Posted By hautewife

    Thanks everyone for the welcome! I am dying to...

    Thanks everyone for the welcome! I am dying to get started.

    Also, sorry for any confusion. I believe in giving credit where it is due. The quilt displayed is not of my own work. That is the...
    Forum: Introduce Yourself
    08-20-2014, 11:53 AM
    Replies: 21
    Views: 1,226
    Posted By hautewife

    Hello there from another newbie! Good luck. I...

    Hello there from another newbie! Good luck. I can't wait to see your finished work.
    Forum: Introduce Yourself
    08-20-2014, 11:51 AM
    Replies: 22
    Views: 1,139
    Posted By hautewife

    Hello from Houston

    Hello there!

    I am a newbie to sewing and quilting. I can thread a needle and make a few stitches but that about sums up my knowledge on quilting. I recently purchased a Brother Laura Ashley...
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