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01-05-2021, 02:24 PM
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Do You Use a Seam Clapper?
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Do You Use a Seam Clapper?
I have seen an advertisement for a seam clapper (basically a block of wood rounded to fit you hand). Supposedly if you press it down on a seam after you iron it, it helps it lay flatter. Does any...
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07-19-2020, 06:08 AM
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Combining quilt tops
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I tried to make a reversible quilt. On the...
I tried to make a reversible quilt. On the smaller side, I added a border that could be cut down to match the larger side. I tried to sandwich the quilt for a couple of hours at least before I...
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07-14-2020, 06:09 AM
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Buying a new Machine: Husqvarna Vs Pfaff
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I also have the HV Topaz 20 and I love it. I sew...
I also have the HV Topaz 20 and I love it. I sew and quilt a lot, and it has never had any problems. I quilt up to queen size quilts using my machine. I do get it serviced annually to keep it in...
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06-21-2020, 06:10 AM
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How do you want the quilt you just made to be used?
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I make all of the types of quilts. Sometimes I...
I make all of the types of quilts. Sometimes I find a pattern I like that looks like fun to make and I use scrap fabric to make it. Examples- spool of thread quilt where I used pretty fabric for...
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06-20-2020, 05:56 AM
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For projects that have turned into "learning experiences" -
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I am not sure if this qualifies but it is fresh...
I am not sure if this qualifies but it is fresh in my mind as I am in the middle of the project. I made a quilt top with hexagons that I absolutely love. I had another quilt design that I planned...
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06-02-2020, 07:21 AM
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Best quilt blocks/patterns for florals
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Thanks to everyone for the links, pictures and...
Thanks to everyone for the links, pictures and advice. Peckish, I am truly inspired, and plan to make a quilt using your pattern. !
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05-31-2020, 07:19 AM
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Best quilt blocks/patterns for florals
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Best quilt blocks/patterns for florals
I tend to make quilts out of tone on tone, small print type fabrics in a rainbow of colors. I am trying to expand my horizons and use more prints. I fell in love with Robin Pickens fabric lines...
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04-26-2020, 07:06 AM
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New material
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Thanks Iceblossom, I also read the article in the...
Thanks Iceblossom, I also read the article in the link. I will discontinue using fabric sheets when drying my fabric!
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04-25-2020, 07:23 AM
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New material
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I wash in warm water and dry on medium heat, but...
I wash in warm water and dry on medium heat, but I have been using fabric sheets in the dryer. I have seen some comments that dryer sheets or fabric softener (in the wash?) is not good. Why? If...
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04-02-2020, 06:21 AM
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Tips for making small blocks/mini quilts?
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Thank you to everyone for your tips and...
Thank you to everyone for your tips and suggestions! You can always count on the QB members to help!
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04-01-2020, 05:56 AM
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Tips for making small blocks/mini quilts?
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Tips for making small blocks/mini quilts?
I decided to try making a smaller block size to create a wall hanging rather than a quilt. The block size went from 12" to 6", but some of the sub units for the blocks are 1" finished size. I know...
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03-24-2020, 05:50 AM
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Do you finish a quilt you don’t like ?
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This thread struck a chord with me. I was...
This thread struck a chord with me. I was working on a kaleidoscope quilt out of left over batik scraps. Just a fun wall hanging size, about 48" x 48" . I had a lot of fun selecting the fabric,...
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01-21-2020, 03:52 PM
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Help with very simple block
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Cheshirepat, that is the block exactly! ...
Cheshirepat, that is the block exactly! Iceblossom, you are right, I didn't think of the third option you call half and half, Deb Tucker calls it a combo unit. I thought of another option -- mirror...
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01-21-2020, 02:39 PM
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Help with very simple block
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Help with very simple block
I have designed a quilt (using EQ8). The sashing includes a block that is basically an hourglass block, but three of the sides or triangles are the same color, and one is a different color. Is...
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11-24-2019, 07:43 AM
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Needle Threader for Sewing Machine
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Thanks everyone. As they are so inexpensive, I...
Thanks everyone. As they are so inexpensive, I will try the super easy threader (with the hook) and the humming bird.
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11-22-2019, 08:26 AM
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Needle Threader for Sewing Machine
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Needle Threader for Sewing Machine
Does anyone have any experience to share with needle threaders for a sewing machine? I searched the thread topics and couldn't find anything on threaders to use with a sewing machine. Maybe this is...
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11-21-2019, 08:18 AM
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Quilting with embroidery designs.
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I use my HV Topaz 20 with the embroidery...
I use my HV Topaz 20 with the embroidery attachment to quilt most of my quilts. After the quilt is sandwiched, I hoop the each block and run the quilting design. There are previous threads on this...
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11-19-2019, 08:06 AM
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More Ruler Chat -- Your Favorite Ruler
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My favorite specialty rulers are the Deb Tucker...
My favorite specialty rulers are the Deb Tucker rulers. I use them for all of the quilts I make. I design the quilt on EQ8 and figure out how to make the sub units/blocks with my Tucker rulers. I...
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10-13-2019, 02:53 PM
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EQ7/EQ8 Tips, Q&A here!
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Found another link for fabric downloads: ...
Found another link for fabric downloads: https://www.rileyblakedesigns.com/storyboards Sorry, couldn't edit my previous post.
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10-13-2019, 01:51 PM
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I have gone on a downloading spree! Fabric...
I have gone on a downloading spree! Fabric downloads. I used the https://my.modafabrics.com/shop/redirect.do?page=zDownloads (https://my.modafabrics.com/shop/redirect.do?page=zDownloads), and...
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10-02-2019, 05:48 AM
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Orphan Blocks... Now What?
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Beautiful! I like it on point also, although my...
Beautiful! I like it on point also, although my suggestion works better if it is not on point. As this quilt is made from orphan blocks, what if you made several borders using different pieced...
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09-02-2019, 06:05 AM
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To EQ8 or not?
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I use EQ8 ! I don't think it is hard to learn. ...
I use EQ8 ! I don't think it is hard to learn. I design all my quilts on EQ, and blocks as well. I love playing with the fabric to get the quilt to look the way I like it. It does so many things...
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08-17-2019, 06:51 AM
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Storm at Sea: To Paper Piece or Not? That is my question.
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I highly recommend using Deb Tucker rulers for...
I highly recommend using Deb Tucker rulers for Storm at Sea. Blocks are precise, and it is easy. I have made Storm at Sea, and variations using her rulers with great success. I have not tried...
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08-06-2019, 07:24 AM
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Deb Tucker = my key to accuracy
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Add another person to the Deb Tucker Ruler fan...
Add another person to the Deb Tucker Ruler fan club! I have most of them, and most of the technique sheets. I use EQ to design my quilts (inspiration from Pinterest mostly) and I am always figuring...
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07-31-2019, 07:25 AM
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How much quilting needed for duvet cover?
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Thanks everyone. Ann912, I did not have a...
Thanks everyone. Ann912, I did not have a pattern. I was inspired by a quilt by Planted Seeds Designs named Flutter. This is my interpretation of the quilt. ...
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