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Forum: Main
07-15-2018, 06:28 AM
Replies: 8
Views: 1,674
Posted By Mary Rita T

I have made several rag quilts without batting...

I have made several rag quilts without batting and using two layers of flannel. For extra rag, cut your rag an inch wide. Instead of sewing the layers together with an X, sew around the perimeter...
Forum: Main
07-10-2018, 05:22 AM
Replies: 21
Views: 2,748
Posted By Mary Rita T

Since your niece will be working full time,...

Since your niece will be working full time, perhaps you could thank her by providing a series of home cooked meals for her family.
Forum: Main
06-16-2018, 12:26 PM
Replies: 46
Views: 3,868
Posted By Mary Rita T

I love picking fabrics with lots of color. To...

I love picking fabrics with lots of color. To minimize mistakes, I recommend double checking compatibility outside in natural sunlight.
Forum: Main
05-08-2018, 03:42 PM
Replies: 30
Views: 3,057
Posted By Mary Rita T

If your Mom has any issues with forgetfulness or...

If your Mom has any issues with forgetfulness or dementia, be careful about frequent changes of her door hanging. Consistent use of her name plus a dominant bright color might provide a reasonable...
Forum: Main
04-20-2018, 08:32 AM
Replies: 40
Views: 6,150
Posted By Mary Rita T

I use part of my kitchen counter which has good...

I use part of my kitchen counter which has good lighting and is an excellent height. Although this makes my house look messy, my body benefits from the need to move around frequently.
Forum: Main
04-14-2018, 08:25 AM
Replies: 81
Views: 4,383
Posted By Mary Rita T

My eyes favor the 3rd one. Have you considered...

My eyes favor the 3rd one. Have you considered where the border falls when the quilt is on a bed ?
Forum: Pictures
03-01-2018, 04:36 AM
Replies: 50
Views: 4,289
Posted By Mary Rita T

You should show this special quilt to inspire...

You should show this special quilt to inspire others. Thank you for inspiring me to consider metallic thread.
Forum: General Chit-Chat (non-quilting talk)
02-27-2018, 03:06 PM
Replies: 47
Views: 3,473
Posted By Mary Rita T

I agree. We need the Brady bill and stronger...

I agree. We need the Brady bill and stronger mental health programs.
Forum: Main
02-17-2018, 05:39 AM
Replies: 49
Views: 3,560
Posted By Mary Rita T

Although green is my favorite color, I often...

Although green is my favorite color, I often struggle finding a range of compatible green fabrics for a project. Combinations that seem ok inside sometimes become incompatible in sunlight. I am lucky...
Forum: Main
01-02-2018, 07:35 AM
Replies: 19
Views: 4,028
Posted By Mary Rita T

Thank you for taking the time to post this...

Thank you for taking the time to post this encouraging message. The creative aspect of quilting brings much joy. Small projects with a quilting partner could help restore quality of life.
Forum: Pictures
11-05-2017, 07:31 AM
Replies: 52
Views: 4,952
Posted By Mary Rita T

Agree with this praise.

Agree with this praise.
Forum: Main
11-05-2017, 07:25 AM
Replies: 26
Views: 3,936
Posted By Mary Rita T

You are an inspiration. A potential simple...

You are an inspiration. A potential simple solution is to have the students hand baste the batting to the top before layering the quilt sandwich. I have good results keeping the layers together with...
Forum: Main
10-28-2017, 05:03 AM
Replies: 30
Views: 3,471
Posted By Mary Rita T

If you are a pet lover, use some to quickly put...

If you are a pet lover, use some to quickly put together small "kennel quilts" for your local animal shelter. A typical size is 12 by 18. Put in extra batting for a comfy bed.
Forum: Main
10-28-2017, 04:57 AM
Replies: 33
Views: 2,665
Posted By Mary Rita T

Welcome from Albuquerque, NM. I hope that you too...

Welcome from Albuquerque, NM. I hope that you too will find this board a source of inspiration and guidance.
Forum: Main
10-26-2017, 04:47 PM
Replies: 42
Views: 3,422
Posted By Mary Rita T

Have you tried designing a completely new...

Have you tried designing a completely new pattern? Inspiration could come from fabrics or another hobby. Use new stiches. You might be re-invigorated by the math and design challenges of your own...
Forum: Main
10-14-2017, 10:30 AM
Replies: 27
Views: 3,054
Posted By Mary Rita T

I've made multiple double sided baby and lap...

I've made multiple double sided baby and lap quilts which turned out fine. The biggest challenge was aligning them for the quilt sandwich, but hand basting and hand quilting facilitated adjustments...
Forum: Main
10-02-2017, 11:58 AM
Replies: 43
Views: 4,466
Posted By Mary Rita T

I use a graph paper notebook for my quilts. I...

I use a graph paper notebook for my quilts. I sketch the entire project or at least a preliminary sketch. This helps me plan out all the pieces that I need to cut in terms of dimensions and number....
Forum: Pictures
09-29-2017, 08:56 AM
Replies: 52
Views: 3,091
Posted By Mary Rita T

Excellent variety of fabrics.

Excellent variety of fabrics.
Forum: Main
09-28-2017, 02:28 PM
Replies: 9
Views: 2,334
Posted By Mary Rita T

Try washing again, but then damp dry and gently...

Try washing again, but then damp dry and gently tug back to some kind of quareness. Before you cut, starch the flannel as stiffly as you can tolerate. My flannel quilt projects have turned out much...
Forum: Main
09-03-2017, 07:24 AM
Replies: 130
Views: 7,810
Posted By Mary Rita T

My weekend goals are to finish 4 mini wuilts for...

My weekend goals are to finish 4 mini wuilts for premies. Also my granddaughter is helping my making premie hearts.
Forum: General Chit-Chat (non-quilting talk)
08-30-2017, 01:44 PM
Replies: 19
Views: 2,569
Posted By Mary Rita T

As one who lost virtually everything in Hurricane...

As one who lost virtually everything in Hurricane Ike, I recommend directly helping a charity group in the area affected by Harvey. Animal shelters are in great need since some people will not be...
Forum: Main
08-25-2017, 08:11 AM
Replies: 13
Views: 3,869
Posted By Mary Rita T

Instead of the whittling chore using soap, I...

Instead of the whittling chore using soap, I suggest a small investment in tailor's chalk. The line is crisp, super easy to apply and washes out completely. A box with many colors is about $12. I use...
Forum: Pictures
08-23-2017, 09:38 AM
Replies: 124
Views: 18,103
Posted By Mary Rita T

Fabulous selection of fabrics.

Fabulous selection of fabrics.
Forum: Main
08-18-2017, 05:05 AM
Replies: 12
Views: 3,018
Posted By Mary Rita T

Be sure to stabilize your layers by basting...

Be sure to stabilize your layers by basting around the perimeter and pinning the interior. I find the curved quilter's safety pins the easiest to position. You might need to sharpen them after a few...
Forum: Main
08-17-2017, 12:50 PM
Replies: 14
Views: 4,922
Posted By Mary Rita T

Thank you for the Iowa-linked suggestion. I am...

Thank you for the Iowa-linked suggestion. I am from there.
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