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Forum: General Chit-Chat (non-quilting talk)
09-12-2011, 12:52 PM
Replies: 57
Views: 3,725
Posted By Simple Pleasure

I know Grandparents' Day is not a well known...

I know Grandparents' Day is not a well known "special day" but it was this past Sunday. I am curious to know if any grandparents on The Quilting Board were acknowledged on this occasion.
The lack...
Forum: General Chit-Chat (non-quilting talk)
09-12-2011, 12:39 PM
Replies: 56
Views: 4,518
Posted By Simple Pleasure

This pattern is lovely...would look beautiful on...

This pattern is lovely...would look beautiful on a Thanksgiving table! I LOVE vintage china...I can never pass up a set or pieces, if the price is right! I have, on rare occasions, used...
Forum: General Chit-Chat (non-quilting talk)
08-26-2011, 08:45 AM
Replies: 61
Views: 3,683
Posted By Simple Pleasure

I just finished making Peach Jam! The pantry is...

I just finished making Peach Jam! The pantry is also stocked with rhubarb, strawberry, and blueberry jams. This year I tried all NO ADDED PECTIN recipes...for some reason, I have NEVER been...
Forum: Main
05-25-2011, 08:42 AM
Replies: 72
Views: 15,484
Posted By Simple Pleasure

It is my understanding that some gals who have...

It is my understanding that some gals who have used the crushed walnut shells are finding that their pins are rusting...something about the walnut shells retaining moisture??? I'm not sure what to...
Forum: Main
02-05-2011, 02:55 PM
Replies: 9
Views: 1,051
Posted By Simple Pleasure

My contacts has been solely through email. The...

My contacts has been solely through email. The owner is sorry for the problem and defers to the gal in charge of filling orders. I am not involved with Facebook. I have not also called because I...
Forum: Main
02-05-2011, 12:16 PM
Replies: 9
Views: 1,051
Posted By Simple Pleasure

I guess I am not being clear...I'm frustrated by...

I guess I am not being clear...I'm frustrated by the apparent lack of follow through on a simple giveaway...I've not ordered from this site before and it, therefore, leaves me skeptical.
Forum: Main
02-05-2011, 06:45 AM
Replies: 9
Views: 1,051
Posted By Simple Pleasure

In mid December, Jan Patek Quilts offered a...

In mid December, Jan Patek Quilts offered a giveaway for a day of a Moda Liberty Stocking for 1-cent(she actually wanted it to be free but the computer program wouldn't accept that). I believe she...
Forum: Recipes
01-05-2011, 03:44 PM
Replies: 22
Views: 2,665
Posted By Simple Pleasure

I would imagine you could use dried cranberries,...

I would imagine you could use dried cranberries, if you first soaked them in a small amount of hot liquid(water or brandy) to soften them. If using dried cranberries, I would reduce the amount used...
Forum: Recipes
01-05-2011, 04:48 AM
Replies: 22
Views: 2,665
Posted By Simple Pleasure

I freeze leftover pumpkin all of the time. Once...

I freeze leftover pumpkin all of the time. Once defrosted, you will notice liquid has risen to the top...I just pour this off. The texture of the pumpkin will have a bit of a different appearance,...
Forum: Main
12-25-2010, 05:57 AM
Replies: 38
Views: 8,893
Posted By Simple Pleasure

Please post pictures of the snowflake ornament! ...

Please post pictures of the snowflake ornament!
Busy Hands...Happy Heart
Patricia
Forum: Main
06-17-2010, 12:56 PM
Replies: 69
Views: 6,955
Posted By Simple Pleasure

Your stitching must be beautiful to have been...

Your stitching must be beautiful to have been chosen to complete this quilt...you brought the woman great comfort and joy!
Patricia
Forum: Main
06-16-2010, 06:11 PM
Replies: 69
Views: 6,955
Posted By Simple Pleasure

Thank you so much for share this...I can at least...

Thank you so much for share this...I can at least dream about becoming part of "other" group!!!!
Patricia
Forum: Main
06-16-2010, 03:55 PM
Replies: 69
Views: 6,955
Posted By Simple Pleasure

I like Roxanne McElroy's "That Perfect Stitch."...

I like Roxanne McElroy's "That Perfect Stitch." It helped me improve my stitch.[/quote]

I have purchased a few vintage quilts that are 14 CONSISTENT SPI...never stops amazing me!!
Busy...
Forum: Main
06-16-2010, 03:52 PM
Replies: 69
Views: 6,955
Posted By Simple Pleasure

Many years ago, I attend a quilt show in NYC that...

Many years ago, I attend a quilt show in NYC that featured Amish quilters...they had a large frame set up and chatted amongst themselves and the visiting quilters as they worked...their needles...
Forum: Main
06-16-2010, 03:45 PM
Replies: 69
Views: 6,955
Posted By Simple Pleasure

Wow...you certainly have accomplishe a lot in...

Wow...you certainly have accomplishe a lot in only 5 years...I could only hope to complete that much in 5 lifetimes...I'm sooo slow at the handquilting! I've tried the stabbing method but it is much...
Forum: Main
06-16-2010, 07:42 AM
Replies: 69
Views: 6,955
Posted By Simple Pleasure

I also dabble in cross stitch, knitting, and...

I also dabble in cross stitch, knitting, and punch needle....same story if I note an error...I, as many, do the correction to please myself!
Patricia
Forum: Main
06-15-2010, 10:16 AM
Replies: 69
Views: 6,955
Posted By Simple Pleasure

I'm feeling sooo very normal!!!!!! Patricia

I'm feeling sooo very normal!!!!!!
Patricia
Forum: Main
06-15-2010, 08:42 AM
Replies: 69
Views: 6,955
Posted By Simple Pleasure

Is there another handquilter out there who plucks...

Is there another handquilter out there who plucks out the stitches that are a little too large, or too small, or a little crooked, or....and re-stitches?
Busy Hands...Happy Hearts
Patricia
Forum: Pictures
06-08-2010, 07:45 AM
Replies: 60
Views: 7,608
Posted By Simple Pleasure

I am so glad you were there to rescue this...

I am so glad you were there to rescue this beauty! Please don't think me rude BUT...How much did you pay?
Busy Hands...Happy Hearts
Patricia
Forum: Main
05-29-2010, 03:18 PM
Replies: 16
Views: 1,696
Posted By Simple Pleasure

It is unfortunate that you had to part with your...

It is unfortunate that you had to part with your treasure; yet fortunate that you had such treasures that rescued you in a time of need! I trust the purchasers appreciate the quilts.
Patricia
Forum: Main
05-29-2010, 03:14 PM
Replies: 16
Views: 1,696
Posted By Simple Pleasure

You are definitely a collector!!! I think it is...

You are definitely a collector!!! I think it is wonderful that you are rescuing the GFG quilt.
Patricia
Forum: Main
05-29-2010, 02:13 PM
Replies: 16
Views: 1,696
Posted By Simple Pleasure

If you buy on Ebay, be advised that...

If you buy on Ebay, be advised that sellers(dealers) vary greatly in how they weigh their words...what's "mint" to one is "fair" by another's standards. I learned the hard way!!!
Patricia
Forum: Main
05-29-2010, 02:07 PM
Replies: 16
Views: 1,696
Posted By Simple Pleasure

Wow, what a find!!! The pricing on quality...

Wow, what a find!!! The pricing on quality quilts in antique stores in my are are way, way out of my price range. I live in Yorktown Heights, NY which is about 40 minutes north of NYC.
Patricia
Forum: Main
05-29-2010, 01:59 PM
Replies: 16
Views: 1,696
Posted By Simple Pleasure

I have an affinity for all things...

I have an affinity for all things vintage/antique...especially quilts. Over the past few years I have made some wonderful finds on Ebay. I seem drawn to quilts of the 1930's and 1940's. My goal...
Forum: Main
05-08-2010, 12:17 PM
Replies: 37
Views: 6,197
Posted By Simple Pleasure

I'm going to give the heavy basting idea a try. ...

I'm going to give the heavy basting idea a try. I don't think I'll ever be a machine quilter...I just love the feeling of working with needle in hand!
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