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Forum: Main
04-03-2011, 08:17 AM
Replies: 14
Views: 1,449
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: 1,449
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: 6,563
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: 8,030
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: 9,935
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: 16,609
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: 4,358
Posted By WhyMe

Thanks for the link! - Lynne

Thanks for the link!
- Lynne
Forum: Pictures
01-26-2011, 03:38 PM
Replies: 22
Views: 1,753
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: 1,198
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: 4,358
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: 1,753
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: 12,751
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: 28,410
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: 28,410
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: 8,890
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: 26,488
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: 9,099
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: 8,696
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: 37,131
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: 14,154
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: 694
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: 8,282
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: 90,832
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: 7,701
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: 18,710
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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