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Forum: Main
05-05-2011, 04:47 AM
Replies: 11
Views: 1,092
Posted By Curley

Remember to use a small stitch when sewing: it...

Remember to use a small stitch when sewing: it makes removing the paper easier.

When preparing your fabrics for sewing, I measure each piece at it's widest point and add 1/2" and cut...
Forum: Main
03-31-2011, 01:26 AM
Replies: 188
Views: 14,523
Posted By Curley

Some of those color blends are...

Some of those color blends are available...............check out the batik fabrics.
Forum: Main
03-30-2011, 07:36 AM
Replies: 188
Views: 14,523
Posted By Curley

My daughter's room has been converted to my...

My daughter's room has been converted to my sewing/computer room
When anyone ask's my dh where I am....he responds "her hole" ......that is usually from his computer room. Do you all think I should...
Forum: Main
03-29-2011, 02:34 AM
Replies: 188
Views: 14,523
Posted By Curley

Yes, quilting is addictive but less expensive...

Yes, quilting is addictive but less expensive than psychotherapy. ;)
Forum: Main
03-29-2011, 02:33 AM
Replies: 188
Views: 14,523
Posted By Curley

As a young quilter I was told, the time spent...

As a young quilter I was told, the time spent hand quilting your quilt gives you time to plan your next quilt.
Forum: General Chit-Chat (non-quilting talk)
03-09-2011, 12:04 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 688
Posted By Curley

How did you change your user name. I want to...

How did you change your user name. I want to change mine.
Forum: General Chit-Chat (non-quilting talk)
03-09-2011, 06:35 AM
Replies: 3
Views: 491
Posted By Curley

How can I change my user name?

How can I change my user name?
Forum: Introduce Yourself
03-04-2011, 06:03 PM
Replies: 66
Views: 5,473
Posted By Curley

I know Numa, but I might know you also.

I know Numa, but I might know you also.
Forum: Introduce Yourself
03-04-2011, 04:28 PM
Replies: 66
Views: 5,473
Posted By Curley

I know you....in fact, I saw you just a few days...

I know you....in fact, I saw you just a few days ago. Nice to see you here...
Forum: Introduce Yourself
03-04-2011, 09:40 AM
Replies: 66
Views: 5,473
Posted By Curley

If that house is just down the road from the...

If that house is just down the road from the Methodist church, I know exactly where it is.
Have you ever thought about going to the Martha Washington Quilt guild? You will be most welcome
Forum: Introduce Yourself
03-04-2011, 06:28 AM
Replies: 66
Views: 5,473
Posted By Curley

Good Morning, my friend. Good to see you here. ...

Good Morning, my friend. Good to see you here.
Indeed, we have a good quilt guild in Washington, Pa.
Forum: Introduce Yourself
03-04-2011, 06:11 AM
Replies: 66
Views: 5,473
Posted By Curley

Nanci t Good grief, we are neighbors. My...

Nanci t Good grief, we are neighbors. My address is Scenery Hill, Pa. but the next road over is Eighty Four,Pa.
Forum: Introduce Yourself
03-04-2011, 04:17 AM
Replies: 66
Views: 5,473
Posted By Curley

Welcome. Glad to have you. I grew up in...

Welcome. Glad to have you.
I grew up in Pittsburgh but now live in rural Washington county.
Forum: Main
02-17-2011, 02:15 PM
Replies: 120
Views: 12,274
Posted By Curley

I forgot, I do have a featherweight that I take...

I forgot, I do have a featherweight that I take to classes and for guild sewing. Don't think
"Rosie" would like being bounced around.
Forum: Main
02-17-2011, 02:11 PM
Replies: 120
Views: 12,274
Posted By Curley

Try Jenome. Personally, I have an Elna...

Try Jenome.
Personally, I have an Elna Quilter's dream maching . Her name is Rosie and I love her. :roll:
Forum: Main
02-10-2011, 08:23 AM
Replies: 84
Views: 9,758
Posted By Curley

I forgot to tell you all one important thing. I...

I forgot to tell you all one important thing. I wear a finger cot on the index finger of my right hand. This helps to pull the needle out.
Finger cots can be bought at quilt stores for tons of...
Forum: Main
02-10-2011, 07:11 AM
Replies: 84
Views: 9,758
Posted By Curley

I do use my thumb on the top of the quilt to...

I do use my thumb on the top of the quilt to control the size of the stitch. Most times, the stitch does not need to be altered but yes, sometimes I do that.
Forum: Main
02-10-2011, 04:57 AM
Replies: 84
Views: 9,758
Posted By Curley

I use a rotating floor stand or a Q snap frame. ...

I use a rotating floor stand or a Q snap frame. Curves are done the same as straight line quilting except limit your number of stitches on your needle to three or four max.
Forum: Main
02-09-2011, 03:01 PM
Replies: 84
Views: 9,758
Posted By Curley

I have very large hands. Large and extra large...

I have very large hands. Large and extra large thimbles are available....especially in the good quilt shops. You may have to pay 8-10 dollars for a good one but it is worth it.................My...
Forum: Main
02-09-2011, 06:36 AM
Replies: 84
Views: 9,758
Posted By Curley

There are hand quilting classes out there. In...

There are hand quilting classes out there. In fact, I am teaching one at the end of this month.
Forum: Main
02-09-2011, 06:33 AM
Replies: 84
Views: 9,758
Posted By Curley

Maybe I can help you. Handquilting is my...

Maybe I can help you.

Handquilting is my favorite. The quest is for even stitches , on the top and on the bottom. The number is not so important. When counting your number of stitches per...
Forum: Main
01-28-2011, 09:04 AM
Replies: 48
Views: 14,122
Posted By Curley

I use a #11 Roxanne and a #11 John James gold...

I use a #11 Roxanne and a #11 John James gold eye. Roxannes are available at most lqs or on line. When I go to the Lancaster quilt show, most of the vendors have them.
I do not limit the number of...
Forum: Main
01-28-2011, 08:02 AM
Replies: 48
Views: 14,122
Posted By Curley

I had been using Roxanne needles for a long time....

I had been using Roxanne needles for a long time. Yes, I do bend them.
An experienced quilter that I know recommended John James gold eye needles. They are stronger and do not bend as easily.
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