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Forum: Main
09-08-2020, 03:00 AM
Replies: 22
Views: 2,247
Posted By psquared52

When I first started, i pinned my quilt sandwich....

When I first started, i pinned my quilt sandwich. Hated it. Then I used spray basting which worked quite well, if you can ignore the clouds of excess spray. My favorite brand then added a smell which...
Forum: Main
04-06-2020, 05:31 AM
Replies: 24
Views: 2,892
Posted By psquared52

I have a large kitchen island I use for...

I have a large kitchen island I use for assembling quilts. Saves my back and knees!! I have “trained” my husband to help with the whole process and spray baste, both of which help immensely. Average...
Forum: Main
03-12-2020, 04:50 AM
Replies: 16
Views: 3,189
Posted By psquared52

A friend had a quilt top from the 70’s that her...

A friend had a quilt top from the 70’s that her grandmother had made. great variation in colors, fabrics and sizes. I carefully unsewed all the blocks then gently hand washed each individually. Lots...
Forum: Main
02-11-2020, 04:45 AM
Replies: 15
Views: 3,427
Posted By psquared52

I use Glide almost exclusively, both for piecing...

I use Glide almost exclusively, both for piecing and fmq’ing. It is quite thin (but strong) and has helped my piecing accuracy. I use cotton only when required. Glide is a great product and a bargain...
Forum: Main
02-05-2020, 05:04 AM
Replies: 12
Views: 2,287
Posted By psquared52

I also gave up safety pins forever! I find I use...

I also gave up safety pins forever! I find I use less and less spray now. I smooth all the layers out well and spray very lightly. I also never get wrinkles of any kind. Best thing since sliced...
Forum: Main
01-31-2020, 06:08 AM
Replies: 35
Views: 8,416
Posted By psquared52

I think there are 2 types of quilters. It all...

I think there are 2 types of quilters. It all depends on how your brain works! One buys fabric for a specific project/pattern. You buy what the pattern says you need. The other one buys fabric they...
Forum: Main
01-31-2020, 05:39 AM
Replies: 24
Views: 17,709
Posted By psquared52

I also did FMQ on my Janome and got very tired of...

I also did FMQ on my Janome and got very tired of manipulating larger quilts, even though I had a large harp space. I toyed with the idea of a LA as well. I offered my garage to store a friend’s LA...
Forum: Main
12-11-2019, 06:03 AM
Replies: 31
Views: 4,877
Posted By psquared52

I have a very large stash, most of which I...

I have a very large stash, most of which I “inherited”. Finally decided it was time to let some go. I cut enough to make 105 simple pillowcases to donate to a children’s shelter. Friends helped with...
Forum: Main
11-22-2019, 04:27 AM
Replies: 28
Views: 6,950
Posted By psquared52

As I get older, my need for good light has really...

As I get older, my need for good light has really increased. So when we built out house, we installed pot lights in the ceiling as well as a light on the ceiling fan. I have a double glass door with...
Forum: General Chit-Chat (non-quilting talk)
11-01-2019, 05:04 AM
Replies: 29
Views: 3,709
Posted By psquared52

I’m usually in my quilt room 4-6 hours a day. I...

I’m usually in my quilt room 4-6 hours a day. I have a sit down mid arm so am not dependent of someone else finishing my quilts. So start to finish is really fast. I can do a baby quilt in 3-4 days...
Forum: Main
10-21-2019, 04:32 AM
Replies: 38
Views: 8,688
Posted By psquared52

I have the yellow one ! Was heartbroken when it...

I have the yellow one ! Was heartbroken when it stopped heating. Wasn’t ready to buy a new one because they are so expensive. Read somewhere that Oliso will repair/replace for a $60 fee (I think). So...
Forum: Main
09-18-2019, 03:46 AM
Replies: 25
Views: 5,209
Posted By psquared52

I say “go big or go home”!! If you are going to...

I say “go big or go home”!! If you are going to do something outside the box, really go for it! I love this pattern, with a neutral white and a great pop of color. Please post when you finish. It...
Forum: Main
08-22-2019, 04:28 AM
Replies: 37
Views: 5,119
Posted By psquared52

I “inherited” all the rulers but never knew what...

I “inherited” all the rulers but never knew what a Dear Jane quilt looked like. Now I know it’s a quilt I’ll never ever make! Yeah...one quilt eliminated!
Forum: Main
08-21-2019, 04:12 AM
Replies: 19
Views: 4,797
Posted By psquared52

It may depend on the batting used. I have a sit...

It may depend on the batting used. I have a sit down machine and tried using fabric on top and poly on the bottom. Stitch quality was awful. Ended up putting ugly fabric on bottom so it would quilt...
Forum: Main
07-11-2019, 05:45 AM
Replies: 20
Views: 2,653
Posted By psquared52

Thanks for everyones responses and suggestions. I...

Thanks for everyones responses and suggestions. I now need to sit down and make a plan! Patt
Forum: Main
07-11-2019, 05:44 AM
Replies: 20
Views: 2,653
Posted By psquared52

Sent you a PM. Thanks

Sent you a PM. Thanks
Forum: Main
07-09-2019, 11:17 AM
Replies: 20
Views: 2,653
Posted By psquared52

[QUOTE=nativetexan;8275077]first i would make...

[QUOTE=nativetexan;8275077]first i would make certain of all words you are to use are correct. otherwise it could be a disaster. maybe something else would work better, still with a "french"...
Forum: Main
07-09-2019, 11:07 AM
Replies: 20
Views: 2,653
Posted By psquared52

I’ll check that out. Thanks!,

I’ll check that out. Thanks!,
Forum: Main
07-09-2019, 11:06 AM
Replies: 20
Views: 2,653
Posted By psquared52

That would be a disaster! Luckily my daughter...

That would be a disaster! Luckily my daughter speaks French and she has the actual invitation. I’ll make sure the translation is triple checked!
Forum: Main
07-09-2019, 05:46 AM
Replies: 20
Views: 2,653
Posted By psquared52

A quilt design dilemma

Looking for suggestions...I want to make a quilt that uses the words from a wedding invitation, which is in French (which I do not speak). I’m thinking of creating a center panel, with pieced blocks...
Forum: Main
05-10-2019, 06:33 PM
Replies: 16
Views: 4,139
Posted By psquared52

That is an interesting idea! Thankfully, I have...

That is an interesting idea! Thankfully, I have until October to work on the snowman table runner!
Forum: Main
05-10-2019, 05:56 AM
Replies: 16
Views: 4,139
Posted By psquared52

Thank you!

Thank you!
Forum: Main
05-10-2019, 05:43 AM
Replies: 16
Views: 4,139
Posted By psquared52

Machine quilting!

Machine quilting!
Forum: Main
05-10-2019, 05:41 AM
Replies: 16
Views: 4,139
Posted By psquared52

Have you found a Bosal product that also has...

Have you found a Bosal product that also has insulbrite qualities? Haven’t tried Bosal yet...would it be too thick if I just added a layer of insulbrite?
Forum: Main
05-10-2019, 05:33 AM
Replies: 16
Views: 4,139
Posted By psquared52

I generally do not wash my fabrics prior to...

I generally do not wash my fabrics prior to sewing. When I wash the table runner, it loses its body and is soft like a quilt. I wash but do not dry so it does scrunch up a bit (which is fine with...
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