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Forum: Main
05-14-2023, 01:13 AM
Replies: 5
Views: 879
Posted By jacqueck

PumpkinSundae, I have made hundreds of cat beds...

PumpkinSundae, I have made hundreds of cat beds for our shelter. Mine are 16" square and I use fleece on front and back and cut up mattress pads for the batting. (A local thrift store gives them to...
Forum: Main
03-12-2023, 02:30 AM
Replies: 6
Views: 927
Posted By jacqueck

Take a deep breath, it will be OK. I make lots...

Take a deep breath, it will be OK. I make lots of minky backed quilts for family and Children's Hospital. I wash the quilts in regular cycle (warm or hot water), toss in the dryer and dry on...
Forum: Main
01-20-2023, 02:08 AM
Replies: 18
Views: 2,925
Posted By jacqueck

Good thoughts and suggestions here and I have...

Good thoughts and suggestions here and I have another. The fabric is bright and cheerful and a great theme. I'd respect that, add a couple borders (narrow black or dark blue or green and then...
Forum: Main
12-22-2022, 02:09 AM
Replies: 11
Views: 1,433
Posted By jacqueck

Grammyjo, that's a lovely idea. If you are...

Grammyjo, that's a lovely idea. If you are concerned about the weight of the quilt, add a second layer of flannel for the batting and then a flannel backing. Nice thing about the flannel -- it...
Forum: Pictures
12-01-2022, 01:42 AM
Replies: 9
Views: 1,886
Posted By jacqueck

What fun gifts, Grammy Linda! The gift that...

What fun gifts, Grammy Linda! The gift that keeps on giving and the girls will love them. Great job.
Forum: Main
11-29-2022, 03:18 AM
Replies: 15
Views: 2,983
Posted By jacqueck

7 or 8 years ago several friends and I each made...

7 or 8 years ago several friends and I each made SAS quilts and SID'd each quilt on our domestsic machines. They have held up very well being laundered throughout the years. You want SID, don't...
Forum: Main
11-06-2022, 01:19 AM
Replies: 25
Views: 2,577
Posted By jacqueck

MaryKa, this is also time to be sure you have a...

MaryKa, this is also time to be sure you have a brand new needle in your machine, and try a different size/type. I suggest a size larger Microtex. It is so frustrating when something so simple as...
Forum: Main
09-27-2022, 12:47 AM
Replies: 16
Views: 1,916
Posted By jacqueck

I'm not sure hand-quilting on this one is a good...

I'm not sure hand-quilting on this one is a good idea. Depending on how the hexie is made and the quilt design you are using, you could be trying to get a needle through 4 layers of chintz,...
Forum: Main
06-15-2022, 12:18 AM
Replies: 7
Views: 1,299
Posted By jacqueck

Beautiful fabric, what a fun print. How about...

Beautiful fabric, what a fun print. How about something really easy. Narrow orange border, (maybe a second border of aqua or gold) then a wider black border. Sandwich and quilt on the black...
Forum: Main
05-22-2022, 12:59 AM
Replies: 10
Views: 1,257
Posted By jacqueck

Pam, I love the idea of making the quilt, but,...

Pam, I love the idea of making the quilt, but, instead of giving it to your niece, why don't you give it to your sister? When my great-grandchildren are born, I make a quilt for the baby, and...
Forum: Main
04-23-2022, 01:31 AM
Replies: 12
Views: 1,684
Posted By jacqueck

I agree, no batting is necessary, though a layer...

I agree, no batting is necessary, though a layer of flannel would work if you want a batting (be sure to shrink it first!). You could back it with fleece and not use a batting too.
Forum: Main
03-25-2022, 01:18 AM
Replies: 7
Views: 743
Posted By jacqueck

Fleece on the back makes a great quilt. If the...

Fleece on the back makes a great quilt. If the fleece is very soft, or squishy, I'll use well washed flannel in the center (old flannel sheets are perfect). I've made tons of quilts for friends...
Forum: Main
02-23-2022, 02:58 AM
Replies: 13
Views: 1,724
Posted By jacqueck

I love making quilts with Minky and quilt them on...

I love making quilts with Minky and quilt them on my domestic machine. Using a walking foot really helps. I often use a flannel sheet as the batting. (make sure it's been laundered and shrunk...
Forum: Main
01-21-2022, 01:55 AM
Replies: 24
Views: 3,654
Posted By jacqueck

Help

Love how the board jumps in and offers such good suggestions!! And the other suggestion -- does your machine need a good professional service/cleaning/adjusting? I quilt A LOT and have my...
Forum: Main
01-20-2022, 01:58 AM
Replies: 12
Views: 1,433
Posted By jacqueck

Oh, I've had that happen too. Two suggestions: ...

Oh, I've had that happen too. Two suggestions: (1) you might be spraying too much quilt spray when you sandwich your quilt. (2) I use a alcohol wipe to get the extra glue off my needle and...
Forum: Main
11-05-2021, 01:36 AM
Replies: 12
Views: 1,343
Posted By jacqueck

I use quilting thread to hand sew the binding...

I use quilting thread to hand sew the binding too. I think it give a nice extra strength to a seam that will be tugged on so much. I use matching thread color and am well pleased on the finished...
Forum: Main
10-05-2021, 01:18 AM
Replies: 22
Views: 2,158
Posted By jacqueck

Your quilt is lovely and you have had some great...

Your quilt is lovely and you have had some great suggestions. Because it's not assembled yet, may I suggest straightening out a couple of the blocks with directional fabric that looks like stripes. ...
Forum: Main
09-21-2021, 01:25 AM
Replies: 10
Views: 1,000
Posted By jacqueck

First, what a great buy! I too believe the sun...

First, what a great buy! I too believe the sun is your friend here. I'd spread the batting out as much as possible, in the sun and spray it with Febreze. Let the sun do it's job. Bring it inside...
Forum: Main
06-21-2021, 02:20 AM
Replies: 59
Views: 8,787
Posted By jacqueck

I love reading how many people make quilts to...

I love reading how many people make quilts to give to others!! I too make a number of quilts to give to others (dislike "charity quilt' label). I buy flannel sheet sets on sale (got king sets from...
Forum: Main
06-14-2021, 01:19 AM
Replies: 13
Views: 2,006
Posted By jacqueck

I understand your dilemma. Sometimes the best...

I understand your dilemma. Sometimes the best way to save the memories of the quilt is to use it to make stuffed animals or pillows from the less damaged parts, rather than trying to restore it. If...
Forum: Main
05-18-2021, 01:52 AM
Replies: 13
Views: 1,823
Posted By jacqueck

Oh, my, how frustrating! I use that brand of...

Oh, my, how frustrating! I use that brand of basting spray all the time with all types of fabric and haven't had a problem. Perhaps it might be the size of the needle? I use a 90/14 when I quilt. ...
Forum: Main
05-09-2021, 02:02 AM
Replies: 19
Views: 2,263
Posted By jacqueck

Congratulations, you've bought a great machine. ...

Congratulations, you've bought a great machine. You already have a Viking so you are familiar with it, machine feet will fit either machine. I have two Vikings, different models, and am very...
Forum: Main
04-26-2021, 01:30 AM
Replies: 9
Views: 3,229
Posted By jacqueck

I know the shelters and vet office appreciate...

I know the shelters and vet office appreciate every bed made for them. Be sure to check the size they'd like also. The shelter I donate too likes one size squares for kitten beds, another...
Forum: Main
04-22-2021, 02:12 AM
Replies: 6
Views: 907
Posted By jacqueck

Isn't it wonderful to be on the final part of...

Isn't it wonderful to be on the final part of making a quilt! Often, I'll use a piece of flannel in the center as a batting. I've found the flannel clings to both the front and backing and help...
Forum: Main
04-09-2021, 01:30 AM
Replies: 18
Views: 2,346
Posted By jacqueck

I love the polish remover idea, and I use any...

I love the polish remover idea, and I use any scrap as filling for kitten mats for the local animal shelter.
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