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Forum: General Chit-Chat (non-quilting talk)
02-07-2018, 11:12 AM
Replies: 24
Views: 1,637
Posted By buckeyegirl

If you like parks and a break from fabric...

If you like parks and a break from fabric shopping (did I actually say that?!), the Old Man's Cave area in southeastern Ohio is beautiful.
Forum: General Chit-Chat (non-quilting talk)
07-24-2017, 12:22 PM
Replies: 42
Views: 2,206
Posted By buckeyegirl

Several years ago I was working out of the...

Several years ago I was working out of the clerical pool and was invited to join in the Christmas white elephant exchange. I declined because I didn't bring anything. There were extras several...
Forum: Main
07-11-2017, 10:15 AM
Replies: 26
Views: 6,142
Posted By buckeyegirl

I made pillows for my sister, my brother, and me...

I made pillows for my sister, my brother, and me using Dad's ties. I took the ties apart and was amazed at how much fabric there was. Using 5 ties for each pillow, I had enough fabric for the...
Forum: General Chit-Chat (non-quilting talk)
02-26-2016, 11:57 AM
Replies: 7
Views: 1,628
Posted By buckeyegirl

I hope you enjoy making the quilt as much as I...

I hope you enjoy making the quilt as much as I did. It took me a while to get all the colors I needed, but I was glad I used many different ones. I think I ended up using over 30 different fabrics,...
Forum: General Chit-Chat (non-quilting talk)
03-21-2015, 09:40 AM
Replies: 23
Views: 2,652
Posted By buckeyegirl

A few months ago I saw a report on the news about...

A few months ago I saw a report on the news about home blood pressure monitors and how their accuracy differed widely. After my husband had open heart surgery recently, we needed to get a home...
Forum: General Chit-Chat (non-quilting talk)
02-03-2014, 11:20 AM
Replies: 25
Views: 4,126
Posted By buckeyegirl

I've used fabric strips and ribbon for years for...

I've used fabric strips and ribbon for years for my "wallpaper" borders because it's much easier to put up and take down. I use fabric softener, instead of starch. I live in a fairly dry climate,...
Forum: General Chit-Chat (non-quilting talk)
01-14-2014, 04:53 PM
Replies: 28
Views: 2,339
Posted By buckeyegirl

When my dad turned 60, I knew his favorite hymn...

When my dad turned 60, I knew his favorite hymn and broke it down into 16 sections. Several months before his birthday I contacted 16 family members and lifelong friends to ask if they'd help with...
Forum: Main
09-05-2013, 07:27 AM
Replies: 118
Views: 16,696
Posted By buckeyegirl

My sewing room is white decorated with anything...

My sewing room is white decorated with anything "Forever Plaid" on the walls. I have posters, pictures I've taken of the cast, ticket stubs, "Forever Plaid" t-shirt signed by the cast and framed and...
Forum: Main
05-24-2013, 08:20 AM
Replies: 45
Views: 10,248
Posted By buckeyegirl

I love this board! I found some beautiful royal...

I love this board! I found some beautiful royal blue and white wool while cleaning out my stash and wondered about a quilt pattern for 2 fabrics. I loved that my question was asked, and I got such...
Forum: General Chit-Chat (non-quilting talk)
04-23-2013, 10:07 AM
Replies: 22
Views: 3,798
Posted By buckeyegirl

I can only imagine how hard that decision was for...

I can only imagine how hard that decision was for you and your family. When my sister moved Dad to an assisted living facility a couple of years ago, she asked him what he wanted in his room. He...
Forum: Main
04-23-2013, 09:59 AM
Replies: 65
Views: 9,052
Posted By buckeyegirl

For several years I used a Pfaff, but it was very...

For several years I used a Pfaff, but it was very tempermental. It seemed I was always taking it in for repair, and the shop was several miles away and the price kept going up. I finally decided I...
Forum: Main
02-15-2013, 11:59 AM
Replies: 4
Views: 695
Posted By buckeyegirl

Batting when using wool

While I was going through some fabric recently, I came across some pieces of wool which would make a beautiful quilt. Is there is a type of batting I should use that would handle the dry cleaning? ...
Forum: General Chit-Chat (non-quilting talk)
05-24-2012, 12:50 PM
Replies: 48
Views: 9,350
Posted By buckeyegirl

What to do with wooden spools?

I have several dozen wooden spools and haven't been able to come with a creative way to use/display them. Any suggestions?
Forum: Main
03-08-2012, 09:15 AM
Replies: 103
Views: 9,399
Posted By buckeyegirl

Mostly I use fabric scraps for the charity I make...

Mostly I use fabric scraps for the charity I make quilts for. If I need additional fabric, I try to wait until there's a sale somewhere. I've been making charity quilts for almost three years, and...
Forum: General Chit-Chat (non-quilting talk)
08-18-2011, 11:43 AM
Replies: 98
Views: 6,259
Posted By buckeyegirl

Any place an American calls home!

Any place an American calls home!
Forum: General Chit-Chat (non-quilting talk)
06-11-2011, 09:53 AM
Replies: 38
Views: 3,207
Posted By buckeyegirl

Way to go! I went to college when I was in my...

Way to go! I went to college when I was in my 30's with a goal to graduate before I was 40. I got my diploma in English Literature just after I turned 38 and what a wonderful feeling of...
Forum: Pictures
04-16-2011, 01:28 PM
Replies: 71
Views: 8,588
Posted By buckeyegirl

You've given me inspiration. I have my...

You've given me inspiration. I have my great-grandmother's old tredle machine which needs to be refurbished. Your work is beautiful! I hope I can do half the job you have done.
Forum: Pictures
03-08-2011, 09:43 AM
Replies: 76
Views: 8,181
Posted By buckeyegirl

I love the quilt, especially the black fabric. ...

I love the quilt, especially the black fabric. I'm making a graduation quilt for a niece and am using the same fabric for the outer border and backing. Must be a case of great minds thinking alike!
Forum: Main
01-01-2011, 10:33 AM
Replies: 70
Views: 12,999
Posted By buckeyegirl

I'm currently working on a Dresden Plate in blue...

I'm currently working on a Dresden Plate in blue and white. So far, I'm liking the colors. I also just finished an Ohio State in blue which turned out great.
Forum: Main
12-09-2010, 02:07 PM
Replies: 141
Views: 14,147
Posted By buckeyegirl

I know the feeling. I've been making quilts for...

I know the feeling. I've been making quilts for a local women's resource center where I live for a while. When I walk in, it's wonderful to hear, "Oh, good, it's the quilt lady." I don't have much...
Forum: Pictures
10-14-2010, 08:06 AM
Replies: 37
Views: 3,287
Posted By buckeyegirl

Was the middle one made for someone from Heath...

Was the middle one made for someone from Heath High School? I'm a graduate, but many years ago.
Forum: Main
10-10-2010, 09:49 AM
Replies: 239
Views: 22,020
Posted By buckeyegirl

I'm not making fancy bags like some of the...

I'm not making fancy bags like some of the pictures, but I'm making "reduce/reuse/recycle" bags. We do stocking stuffers with my husband's family so this year, I'm putting the gifts in bags that can...
Forum: Main
09-24-2010, 03:33 PM
Replies: 91
Views: 13,908
Posted By buckeyegirl

I had a Rowenta and didn't like it. It kept...

I had a Rowenta and didn't like it. It kept turning off, took a long time to heat up again, and was very heavy. I normally buy one that is at a good price and is lightweight. The heavyweight ones...
Forum: Main
09-24-2010, 03:28 PM
Replies: 70
Views: 8,337
Posted By buckeyegirl

I'm using up my stash making children's quilts...

I'm using up my stash making children's quilts for a local women's resource center. I make them 45" x 36" so it takes a yard of backing and a yard of batting. I figure the cost to be under $20.00...
Forum: Pictures
08-11-2010, 06:11 PM
Replies: 73
Views: 9,152
Posted By buckeyegirl

Very beautiful! And it will be a wonderful...

Very beautiful! And it will be a wonderful keepsake for the family to treasure always.
A few months after my mother passed away, I received a package in the mail, and when I opened it, I started to...
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