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    Forum: Pictures
    02-18-2019, 04:28 PM
    Replies: 24
    Views: 3,710
    Posted By DeeDee571

    They are cross stitch, sewn on 27 count Zweigart...

    They are cross stitch, sewn on 27 count Zweigart Linda (100% cotton) antique white. 2 stands of DMC thread. I always use a hoop and stretch the fabric drum tight. When a square is complete I soak...
    Forum: Pictures
    02-17-2019, 12:47 PM
    Replies: 24
    Views: 3,710
    Posted By DeeDee571

    First three rows complete.

    I think it's looking OK, so far, so good. They are not stitched together horizontally, just laid out.

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    Forum: Pictures
    02-14-2019, 04:02 PM
    Replies: 20
    Views: 3,061
    Posted By DeeDee571

    Thank you. I'm really happy with the way it's...

    Thank you.
    I'm really happy with the way it's developing too :thumbup:
    Forum: Pictures
    02-14-2019, 12:53 PM
    Replies: 20
    Views: 3,061
    Posted By DeeDee571

    Ok major reorganisation. I decided to make this...

    Ok major reorganisation. I decided to make this quilt in pinks and reds so started over.
    Here are the revised first and second rows. The next quilt will be blues and purples.

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    Forum: Pictures
    02-09-2019, 10:18 AM
    Replies: 20
    Views: 3,061
    Posted By DeeDee571

    Another 3 rows to go, the whole thing will sit...

    Another 3 rows to go, the whole thing will sit nicely on top of the bed. I have the next set of panels sitting on the banister to fully dry after being washed and ironed. Susie, you have helped with...
    Forum: Pictures
    02-09-2019, 08:47 AM
    Replies: 20
    Views: 3,061
    Posted By DeeDee571

    First row done, thanks to all.

    First of all I want to thank everyone who helped with advice on how to go about making my cross stitch panels into a quilt and wanted to show you the first row of blocks. I've backed them with cotton...
    Forum: Main
    01-21-2019, 10:03 AM
    Replies: 26
    Views: 3,176
    Posted By DeeDee571

    Thank you everyone. The screen took me about a...

    Thank you everyone. The screen took me about a year, on and off.

    I've cut everything to the same size, laid it out to get the squares in an order I like. I'm in the process of washing all the...
    Forum: Main
    01-20-2019, 04:11 PM
    Replies: 26
    Views: 3,176
    Posted By DeeDee571

    Thanks. I'm going to go for it, as you can...

    Thanks. I'm going to go for it, as you can probably tell, I don't do things by halves:D
    Forum: Main
    01-20-2019, 10:14 AM
    Replies: 26
    Views: 3,176
    Posted By DeeDee571

    Thanks everyone for you lovely comments and...

    Thanks everyone for you lovely comments and advice.
    I've ordered the backing fabric (plain white cotton), interfacing and polyester batting, I can't wait to start!

    I'll keep you informed with...
    Forum: Main
    01-19-2019, 05:49 PM
    Replies: 26
    Views: 3,176
    Posted By DeeDee571

    Thank you! "Because you will most likely have...

    Thank you!
    "Because you will most likely have large areas that are not quilted where the cross stitch is, double check your batting distance requirements. You might even want to overstitch some of...
    Forum: Main
    01-19-2019, 04:33 PM
    Replies: 26
    Views: 3,176
    Posted By DeeDee571

    Red face The fabric isn't stiff at all, it's a fine, soft...

    The fabric isn't stiff at all, it's a fine, soft 100% cotton fabric. Nothing like linen or Aida.
    Forum: Main
    01-19-2019, 01:39 PM
    Replies: 26
    Views: 3,176
    Posted By DeeDee571

    Thank you both for your replies. I have my heart...

    Thank you both for your replies. I have my heart set on making them into a quilt/bedspread. I collect Victorian botanical watercolours and have more than I have space on the walls for, so maybe not...
    Forum: Main
    01-19-2019, 12:04 PM
    Replies: 26
    Views: 3,176
    Posted By DeeDee571

    Red face Complete novice needs helps please

    Hi all,
    I'm looking for some help please, Never. ever tried quilting before, I usually do needlepoint and cross stitch.

    Having made several needlepoint rugs and cushions, I decided it would be...
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