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Forum: Main
03-19-2011, 06:55 PM
Replies: 171
Views: 10,575
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: 11,599
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: 12,242
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: 12,242
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: 12,242
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: 5,979
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: 8,397
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: 15,434
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: 15,434
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: 22,337
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: 12,553
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: 8,856
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: 42,834
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: 8,454
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: 15,561
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: 19,447
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: 8,729
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: 9,866
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: 47,035
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: 7,252
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: 10,566
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: 13,796
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: 10,690
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: 9,061
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: 8,364
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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