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    Search: Posts Made By: hilda Vest
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    Forum: Main
    03-19-2011, 06:55 PM
    Replies: 171
    Views: 11,064
    Posted By hilda Vest

    My first quilt was a queen-size Ohio Star that I...

    My first quilt was a queen-size Ohio Star that I made completely by hand!!!
    It took me a long time to finish it, but I was told that if I didn't finish this first one I'd never become a quilter. I...
    Forum: General Chit-Chat (non-quilting talk)
    03-14-2011, 07:34 PM
    Replies: 205
    Views: 11,854
    Posted By hilda Vest

    We give thanks that you are well. May God...

    We give thanks that you are well. May God continue to watch over you.
    Forum: Pictures
    03-12-2011, 12:11 PM
    Replies: 157
    Views: 12,629
    Posted By hilda Vest

    This is truly an art quilt! Let us know about...

    This is truly an art quilt!
    Let us know about some of the books you use.
    Thanks for sharing.
    Forum: Pictures
    03-10-2011, 09:58 AM
    Replies: 157
    Views: 12,629
    Posted By hilda Vest

    Nice to hear from you. Thanks!

    Nice to hear from you. Thanks!
    Forum: Pictures
    03-10-2011, 09:30 AM
    Replies: 157
    Views: 12,629
    Posted By hilda Vest

    Beautiful! I like doing sashiko quilting also. ...

    Beautiful! I like doing sashiko quilting also. It adds a contemporary flavor to the quilt. You're probably familiar with Kumiko Sudo. She has several books that offer origami-type flowers plus...
    Forum: General Chit-Chat (non-quilting talk)
    03-08-2011, 09:26 PM
    Replies: 57
    Views: 6,069
    Posted By hilda Vest

    I inherited my mother-in-law's cactus plant. ...

    I inherited my mother-in-law's cactus plant. Hers bloomed profusely every Christmas. I've had it now for 7 years and it has yet to bloom. Don't know what I'm doing wrong. Any suggestions?
    Forum: Pictures
    03-08-2011, 09:20 PM
    Replies: 87
    Views: 8,543
    Posted By hilda Vest

    Dyeing your quilt is a nice idea. It gives it a...

    Dyeing your quilt is a nice idea. It gives it a softer look. Thanks for sharing.
    Forum: Main
    03-06-2011, 01:15 PM
    Replies: 263
    Views: 16,134
    Posted By hilda Vest

    BJ SewKkrazzy, like you I have a Husquavarna...

    BJ SewKkrazzy, like you I have a Husquavarna Viking. I took 3 lessons, and have had it for 3 years. But like you, I'm still intimidated by it. I'm glad I have it, but I suppose we just need to...
    Forum: Main
    03-06-2011, 12:58 PM
    Replies: 263
    Views: 16,134
    Posted By hilda Vest

    When I was 18, my father took me to Sears and...

    When I was 18, my father took me to Sears and bought me a Kenmore.
    My mother always had a machine-hers was the old- fashioned kind. In other words, women were expected to use a sewing machine on...
    Forum: Pictures
    03-01-2011, 12:18 PM
    Replies: 181
    Views: 23,140
    Posted By hilda Vest

    It's beautiful What I really like about it is...

    It's beautiful What I really like about it is that is looks 3 dimensional.
    Forum: Pictures
    03-01-2011, 12:16 PM
    Replies: 161
    Views: 12,846
    Posted By hilda Vest

    Just square it off and be done with it. Or you...

    Just square it off and be done with it. Or you could square it off and add a black binding to equal the right side. It doesn't look bad. Quilts can be challenging, but sometimes that's when we fix...
    Forum: Pictures
    02-25-2011, 06:37 PM
    Replies: 89
    Views: 9,051
    Posted By hilda Vest

    I'd say you're ready to make a quilt. Plus your...

    I'd say you're ready to make a quilt. Plus your choice of colors is very good.
    Just repeat what you've already done and don't worry about when you'll finish it. That''s the fun part to me.. just...
    Forum: Tutorials
    02-25-2011, 06:24 PM
    Replies: 165
    Views: 43,364
    Posted By hilda Vest

    Thanks for this info. I have a sweatshirt but...

    Thanks for this info. I have a sweatshirt but have been reluctant to try the jacket. You've demystified it for me.
    Thanks!! I'll get busy.
    Forum: Pictures
    02-10-2011, 04:15 PM
    Replies: 101
    Views: 8,657
    Posted By hilda Vest

    I think the red border would be a good frame for...

    I think the red border would be a good frame for it.
    Your work is very neat and accurate.
    Forum: Main
    02-09-2011, 08:07 PM
    Replies: 210
    Views: 16,081
    Posted By hilda Vest

    I hand-quilt all of my quilts. Like you, that is...

    I hand-quilt all of my quilts. Like you, that is my favorite part.
    I like to watch the progress and I don't hurry. The quilting relaxes me,
    plus I like the soft look that hand-quilting...
    Forum: Main
    02-09-2011, 08:03 PM
    Replies: 241
    Views: 20,159
    Posted By hilda Vest

    Remember this, everybody was once a beginner in...

    Remember this, everybody was once a beginner in whatever they do.
    If these ladies are helpful, you're fortunate to have access to their experience.
    For sure, they remember when they were beginners,...
    Forum: General Chit-Chat (non-quilting talk)
    02-07-2011, 12:48 PM
    Replies: 79
    Views: 8,784
    Posted By hilda Vest

    Congratulations!!! Ain't love grand?!!!

    Congratulations!!! Ain't love grand?!!!
    Forum: Pictures
    02-07-2011, 12:46 PM
    Replies: 77
    Views: 10,082
    Posted By hilda Vest

    I like it without the solid blocks. The mood is...

    I like it without the solid blocks. The mood is scrappy, so I wouldn't disturb that.
    Forum: Main
    02-04-2011, 03:04 PM
    Replies: 384
    Views: 49,539
    Posted By hilda Vest

    Never knew about Penney's, but I do remember when...

    Never knew about Penney's, but I do remember when Sears sold fabric.
    Forum: Pictures
    01-27-2011, 07:16 PM
    Replies: 59
    Views: 7,362
    Posted By hilda Vest

    This is beautiful! 'Would love to learn the...

    This is beautiful! 'Would love to learn the beeswax batik method. What books do you recommend?
    Forum: Pictures
    01-27-2011, 07:09 PM
    Replies: 139
    Views: 10,751
    Posted By hilda Vest

    This is some kinda beautiful!! You must hang it...

    This is some kinda beautiful!! You must hang it so that it's easy to see.
    Forum: Pictures
    01-27-2011, 07:08 PM
    Replies: 134
    Views: 14,095
    Posted By hilda Vest

    What an inspiring place to create!! Looking out...

    What an inspiring place to create!! Looking out on the lake and dealing with all the quilts that zoom in your head. It's beautiful. Enjoy.
    Forum: Pictures
    01-15-2011, 09:56 AM
    Replies: 68
    Views: 10,781
    Posted By hilda Vest

    Beautiful!! 'Gives me ideas. Thanks for...

    Beautiful!!
    'Gives me ideas. Thanks for sharing.
    Forum: Pictures
    01-12-2011, 08:08 PM
    Replies: 68
    Views: 9,230
    Posted By hilda Vest

    New to quilting? You must be kidding. They are...

    New to quilting? You must be kidding. They are fantastic. I especially like the purple one. You have great talent and a good sense of color.
    Wow!!
    Forum: Pictures
    01-12-2011, 08:00 PM
    Replies: 54
    Views: 8,440
    Posted By hilda Vest

    The second one has more contrast. I'd use that...

    The second one has more contrast. I'd use that one. Also, I'd add 2 or 3 colors besides blue to make the quilt "pop," It should be very nice. Blue has a cool look.
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