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    Search: Posts Made By: WhyMe
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    Forum: Main
    04-03-2011, 08:17 AM
    Replies: 14
    Views: 1,486
    Posted By WhyMe

    Thanks, All, Why not keep it, they ask... ...

    Thanks, All,

    Why not keep it, they ask... My Mom needs the money. Social Security only goes so far.

    The last thing I need is more stuff around the house that I won't use. Ditto for my kids....
    Forum: Main
    04-02-2011, 08:24 PM
    Replies: 14
    Views: 1,486
    Posted By WhyMe

    My Mom wants to sell her Singer Featherweight...

    My Mom wants to sell her Singer Featherweight 221K - except she wants me to do the "selling". Machine sat unused for twenty years, and she has no use for it.

    Recently had motor lubricated, and it...
    Forum: Pictures
    04-02-2011, 08:14 PM
    Replies: 71
    Views: 6,629
    Posted By WhyMe

    Absolutely adorable! I love the butterflies and...

    Absolutely adorable! I love the butterflies and the shelves - they set off the flowerpots so nicely!
    Forum: Main
    03-18-2011, 06:49 PM
    Replies: 80
    Views: 8,314
    Posted By WhyMe

    My "free motion" quilting consists of outlining:...

    My "free motion" quilting consists of outlining: edges of flowers, vines, fairies, whatever print is on the fabrics. I lostly look for where I can follow a print (and I don't mind crossing over,...
    Forum: Main
    02-17-2011, 02:53 PM
    Replies: 128
    Views: 10,256
    Posted By WhyMe

    Let's see - 3 or 4 pairs of kid scissiors for...

    Let's see - 3 or 4 pairs of kid scissiors for snipping ends (cheap, sharp enough), one pinking, one Gingher fabric shears, one cheap paper shears (for paper piecing), two that were gifted to me. So...
    Forum: Main
    01-26-2011, 03:51 PM
    Replies: 212
    Views: 17,239
    Posted By WhyMe

    I use patterns for the blocks (often paper...

    I use patterns for the blocks (often paper pieced). Then I go "creative" - change colors, replace applique flowers with yo-yos and beads, rearrange blocks, try blocks on point, etc.

    Patterns are...
    Forum: Links and Resources
    01-26-2011, 03:39 PM
    Replies: 11
    Views: 4,393
    Posted By WhyMe

    Thanks for the link! - Lynne

    Thanks for the link!
    - Lynne
    Forum: Pictures
    01-26-2011, 03:38 PM
    Replies: 22
    Views: 1,781
    Posted By WhyMe

    The whole thing from first fabric to final gift...

    The whole thing from first fabric to final gift was only a little over a year. Plus, whenever we got together (he lives out of state), I would always show him the latest progress.

    :wink:
    Forum: Pictures
    01-26-2011, 03:32 PM
    Replies: 9
    Views: 1,214
    Posted By WhyMe

    Last year, I gave my MIL a flannel pillow, since...

    Last year, I gave my MIL a flannel pillow, since she likes to read in bed. Decided to give her a coordinating flannel lap quilt for Christmas. Hand-tied the center (excessively), which helped hide...
    Forum: Links and Resources
    01-26-2011, 03:15 PM
    Replies: 11
    Views: 4,393
    Posted By WhyMe

    Pieces Quilt Shop lease is up March 1, and...

    Pieces Quilt Shop lease is up March 1, and decided not to renew. The sale is fabric 50% off, fat quarters $1, and books 2 for $10, notions and patterns 50% off. End the bolt and save up to 65% off.
    ...
    Forum: Pictures
    01-26-2011, 03:10 PM
    Replies: 22
    Views: 1,781
    Posted By WhyMe

    Promised my grandson a space-pilot quilt in 2009...

    Promised my grandson a space-pilot quilt in 2009 for his next birthday (2010), showed him the "cockpit" panel. Bought star-theme fabrics and solar-system panel in 2010. Had it done except for...
    Forum: Main
    11-14-2010, 02:00 PM
    Replies: 88
    Views: 13,049
    Posted By WhyMe

    Many of the organizations alreadt noted are...

    Many of the organizations alreadt noted are supported through national charities (more visibility). There are two nationwide charities that accept handmade quilts and afghans for kids 0 to 18.
    -...
    Forum: Main
    11-07-2010, 05:47 PM
    Replies: 223
    Views: 28,835
    Posted By WhyMe

    Hi, nana4baj and cindi, Could you perhaps be...

    Hi, nana4baj and cindi,

    Could you perhaps be specific about which pattern caught your eye? There are so many used as avatars, as well as those posted/shared.

    Thanks!

    PS: I am making pillows...
    Forum: Main
    11-07-2010, 05:13 PM
    Replies: 223
    Views: 28,835
    Posted By WhyMe

    So many good ideas! I am just finishing up the...

    So many good ideas! I am just finishing up the quilts I started for last year's birthdays, sigh.

    Things I WANT to make: PJ pants for DSIL & niece, mug bucket organizers (Simplicity 2450), quilted...
    Forum: Main
    10-20-2010, 09:30 AM
    Replies: 67
    Views: 9,030
    Posted By WhyMe

    You could include one yard of cotton print in her...

    You could include one yard of cotton print in her favorite theme (kitties, butterflies, whatever), enough to do a bed pillow. Then take her shopping for the rest of the kit items she needs to do the...
    Forum: Main
    10-06-2010, 11:25 AM
    Replies: 248
    Views: 27,158
    Posted By WhyMe

    Never move the iron when pressing seams. ...

    Never move the iron when pressing seams. Especially on narrow strips, such as small Bargello quilts.
    Forum: Main
    09-21-2010, 04:49 PM
    Replies: 67
    Views: 9,216
    Posted By WhyMe

    How about a cover for your sewing machine? And...

    How about a cover for your sewing machine? And then a bag for loose threads, another for sewing notions, etc.

    There are some cute patterns out there for "pocket baskets" you hang from a rod for...
    Forum: Main
    09-08-2010, 01:17 PM
    Replies: 61
    Views: 8,813
    Posted By WhyMe

    My DH has many colors of BVDs! Any cotton...

    My DH has many colors of BVDs! Any cotton undergarments will work for testing colorfastness.

    Deep reds and blues tend to bleed the worst. I always test those by dipping a corner in hot water -...
    Forum: Main
    08-31-2010, 01:00 PM
    Replies: 243
    Views: 38,258
    Posted By WhyMe

    I have turned my small guest room into a stash...

    I have turned my small guest room into a stash room, while still being able to use it as a guest room (well, sort of, anyway). Here are some of the things I did.
    - Desk for sewing machine, use...
    Forum: Main
    08-27-2010, 02:46 PM
    Replies: 162
    Views: 14,548
    Posted By WhyMe

    If the cut pieces are going to be large, or used...

    If the cut pieces are going to be large, or used in a "kaleidoscope/stack-n-whack" quilt, then a medium to large print will work for me. But if the pieces are going to be small, then a smaller print...
    Forum: Introduce Yourself
    08-27-2010, 02:23 PM
    Replies: 16
    Views: 710
    Posted By WhyMe

    Hi from Seattle area. I mostly work on smaller...

    Hi from Seattle area. I mostly work on smaller projects (pillows, runners, etc.). All those gorgeous avatars and pics are so inspiring!

    Plus it looks like the message board will be a project in...
    Forum: Main
    08-27-2010, 02:16 PM
    Replies: 97
    Views: 8,496
    Posted By WhyMe

    I, too, keep a list on my computer - and note...

    I, too, keep a list on my computer - and note whether it is started, supplies bought, or just an idea for the future.

    In general, I have at least two crochet projects for the hands, one quilt...
    Forum: Main
    08-22-2010, 03:18 PM
    Replies: 603
    Views: 92,574
    Posted By WhyMe

    There are so many FREE patttern sites; some...

    There are so many FREE patttern sites; some include holiday patterns. Other patterns can be worked with Christmas colors for the holidays.

    There are so many free patterns out there it boggles the...
    Forum: Main
    08-21-2010, 07:33 PM
    Replies: 66
    Views: 7,847
    Posted By WhyMe

    Love it!!! Thou are brilliant!!! Any idea...

    Love it!!! Thou are brilliant!!!

    Any idea what type of stores we should watch? Quilt stores of course, but perhaps JoAnns or other mail-order stores too?
    Forum: Main
    08-05-2010, 12:15 PM
    Replies: 226
    Views: 19,326
    Posted By WhyMe

    PP is the way to go - especially when one does...

    PP is the way to go - especially when one does not have a 1/4" foot! If tearing off paper is a problem, try a smaller stitch length, tracing paper, or foundation fabric (aka muslin).

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