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    Forum: Pictures
    12-17-2011, 09:55 AM
    Replies: 123
    Views: 9,823
    Posted By flowergrand

    Nice save. It will be a wonderful surprise for...

    Nice save. It will be a wonderful surprise for your daughter.
    Forum: General Chit-Chat (non-quilting talk)
    10-27-2011, 02:53 PM
    Replies: 58
    Views: 4,742
    Posted By flowergrand

    My 'GOOD' silverware was purchased with green...

    My 'GOOD' silverware was purchased with green stamps. And my Christmas goblets came with an Arby's meal and are green with gold trim. Makes for a pretty table when it is all set. Seasonings blessings
    Forum: Main
    10-26-2011, 10:32 AM
    Replies: 98
    Views: 13,619
    Posted By flowergrand

    When I buy batting, I buy a complete bolt at...

    When I buy batting, I buy a complete bolt at JoAnn's. So the 40%-50% coupon works for the entire bolt. Then I use a 20%-30% for the entire order. It is a super way to buy batting. I plan to buy a...
    Forum: Pictures
    10-25-2011, 10:24 AM
    Replies: 66
    Views: 9,836
    Posted By flowergrand

    I would check all of your threading and...

    I would check all of your threading and re-thread. Then slow down at the points. My one teacher called it a pause but not a complete stop as that would cause multiple stitches. Blessings
    Forum: Main
    10-24-2011, 03:43 PM
    Replies: 78
    Views: 9,339
    Posted By flowergrand

    I was able to take a class on FMQ this weekend....

    I was able to take a class on FMQ this weekend. It was wonderful. She said 2 things that may be helpful for you. 1. Never roll your quilt as you go - it makes the roll fight with you, just scrunch...
    Forum: Main
    10-10-2011, 10:19 AM
    Replies: 49
    Views: 6,542
    Posted By flowergrand

    Used a piece of graph paper to enlarge the quilt...

    Used a piece of graph paper to enlarge the quilt block, remembering you seam allowance. You can enlarge any size block with excellent results when you use graph paper. You can also add color to the...
    Forum: Main
    09-07-2011, 09:21 PM
    Replies: 83
    Views: 13,988
    Posted By flowergrand

    I have made several quilts with crayons. They...

    I have made several quilts with crayons. They have laundered well and still look nice. Always use Crayola brand. Did the butcher paper coat your fabric with a waxy substance that made it crayon proof...
    Forum: Main
    08-24-2011, 10:26 AM
    Replies: 265
    Views: 31,419
    Posted By flowergrand

    Polson,MT and Anthem,AZ We were able to keep our...

    Polson,MT and Anthem,AZ We were able to keep our fabric section by by calling Walmart corporate and asking for the fabric section to remain.
    Forum: Main
    08-16-2011, 06:49 AM
    Replies: 52
    Views: 8,196
    Posted By flowergrand

    I have 2 of the Brother Sewing machines. They...

    I have 2 of the Brother Sewing machines. They are easy to use and transport. Walking foot is easy to put on and works very well. I have purchased two of them from Costco, one for me and one for my...
    Forum: Main
    08-09-2011, 05:57 AM
    Replies: 48
    Views: 5,875
    Posted By flowergrand

    Wash before you use. There are chemicals placed...

    Wash before you use. There are chemicals placed on the fabrics to prevent bug problems in storage and shipment. I am allergic to something in prewashed fabric and it can be very hard on your hands. ...
    Forum: Main
    08-09-2011, 05:51 AM
    Replies: 79
    Views: 7,929
    Posted By flowergrand

    I agree with sweet pea. Just wash it and dry it....

    I agree with sweet pea. Just wash it and dry it. Might want to use a multi-wash cycle. If there are stains, remember to use the sun to help remove them. For yourself, use a mask to cover your...
    Forum: Main
    07-17-2011, 09:39 AM
    Replies: 50
    Views: 36,563
    Posted By flowergrand

    I agree with Furza Flying. Sometimes it is...

    I agree with Furza Flying. Sometimes it is painful to bend the knees to be able to tuck around the feet. Also, remember that all medical buildings are airconditioned. Maybe, flannel instead of...
    Forum: Main
    07-11-2011, 04:01 PM
    Replies: 10
    Views: 1,722
    Posted By flowergrand

    I want to paint or color fabric for a quilt. Some...

    I want to paint or color fabric for a quilt. Some of these will be for children. Previously, I have used childrens' colors, layering 3 layer of color, ironing between layers. However, some of the...
    Forum: General Chit-Chat (non-quilting talk)
    06-20-2011, 02:17 PM
    Replies: 80
    Views: 7,266
    Posted By flowergrand

    I have returned several of these to hotmail to...

    I have returned several of these to hotmail to see if they are valid. They are not from a current or valid email address and are to always be ignored.
    Forum: Main
    06-11-2011, 05:19 PM
    Replies: 8
    Views: 900
    Posted By flowergrand

    I am considering several long arm quilters. ...

    I am considering several long arm quilters. Please let me know what you think of the ones you have used or owned. I am looking specifically at the TinLizzie or the Voyager. Thank you for sharing...
    Forum: General Chit-Chat (non-quilting talk)
    03-10-2011, 02:08 PM
    Replies: 66
    Views: 15,386
    Posted By flowergrand

    I am allergic to new fabric. I have a...

    I am allergic to new fabric. I have a formaldehyde sensitivity and most fabrics are treated with formaldehyde so that they will store longer without pest damage. I do not use fabric without washing...
    Forum: Pictures
    10-05-2010, 09:39 AM
    Replies: 93
    Views: 11,055
    Posted By flowergrand

    I made one in black to white for my daughter. If...

    I made one in black to white for my daughter. If you assembly-line them, it will go much quicker. It will also be less tedious. Check out the quilt in a day books.
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