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Forum: Main
02-16-2021, 08:25 PM
Replies: 1
Views: 614
Posted By dsilas

I have the same frame and use Pantographs. The...

I have the same frame and use Pantographs. The stylus looks like a round pencil without lead, it is about 10” long. If you don’t have the apparatus to attach it, you might consider buying it. Its...
Forum: Main
02-15-2021, 03:56 PM
Replies: 0
Views: 381
Posted By dsilas

Dyed backing

I used procion dye on American Made muslin, a few yards. The finished product has been washed several times but it never softened. I used Downey fabric softener but it is still very stiff. Any...
Forum: Main
02-09-2021, 09:49 AM
Replies: 14
Views: 1,840
Posted By dsilas

Wide Backing

What do you do with left over wide backing fabric?
Forum: Main
07-09-2020, 11:33 AM
Replies: 14
Views: 1,249
Posted By dsilas

I use a Maywood muslin, I double it so that the...

I use a Maywood muslin, I double it so that the thread does not show through as much. I don’t have a problem getting the needle through, I also use a hoop.
Forum: Main
07-09-2020, 11:25 AM
Replies: 1
Views: 493
Posted By dsilas

Table cloth

I have a beautiful Christmas panel that measures 60” X 82”. I would like to make a quilted table cloth with it, what kind of batting would work?
Forum: Main
06-28-2020, 10:32 AM
Replies: 14
Views: 2,354
Posted By dsilas

batik problem

I am using a size 70 needle and polyester thread, why is my machine skipping stitches when I am piecing with batik fabric?
Forum: Main
05-13-2020, 07:03 PM
Replies: 13
Views: 1,935
Posted By dsilas

Straight stitching

I need to make a lot of flying geese, I am making them the traditional way with squares on the top of the rectangle.
What I would like to know is how do I sew diagonally without marking or ironing...
Forum: Main
03-29-2020, 07:01 AM
Replies: 14
Views: 1,901
Posted By dsilas

Pellon Batting

If you have used Pellon Batting, what did you think of it?
Forum: Main
02-10-2020, 09:03 AM
Replies: 8
Views: 1,640
Posted By dsilas

Wool pressing mats

If you have a wool pressing mat, can you use spray starch or best press on it? Can it be washed? Any bad experiences with it?
Forum: Main
09-21-2018, 05:28 AM
Replies: 9
Views: 2,508
Posted By dsilas

Thank you all, this has been very helpful.

Thank you all, this has been very helpful.
Forum: Main
09-20-2018, 08:33 AM
Replies: 9
Views: 2,508
Posted By dsilas

Professional quilters

How much should a professional quilter charge to piece a customers backing and backing?
Forum: Main
02-24-2018, 01:24 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 1,571
Posted By dsilas

Thank you all for your replies. I will give...

Thank you all for your replies. I will give mixing Fabrics a try.
Forum: Main
02-23-2018, 05:11 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 1,571
Posted By dsilas

Can I mix flannel?

I bought a 10” square bundle of Sweet Pea flannel by Maywood Fabrics. I want to use all the squares with a one inch sashing. Can I use cotton for the sashing instead of flannel?
Forum: Main
02-22-2018, 08:13 AM
Replies: 10
Views: 3,105
Posted By dsilas

Thank you all for your suggestions, looks...

Thank you all for your suggestions, looks unanimous, small to large.
Forum: Main
02-21-2018, 05:58 PM
Replies: 10
Views: 3,105
Posted By dsilas

Multiple borders

I am making a quilt around a panel and need to know about borders in graduated sizes. I plan to put 3 borders with contrasting 1” sashing in between. Should the borders go from small to large...
Forum: Main
02-15-2018, 10:04 AM
Replies: 10
Views: 790
Posted By dsilas

Thank you all for your suggestions, and all the...

Thank you all for your suggestions, and all the great ideas.
Forum: Main
02-14-2018, 06:03 PM
Replies: 10
Views: 790
Posted By dsilas

I don’t know how to add a photo.

I don’t know how to add a photo.
Forum: Main
02-14-2018, 05:52 PM
Replies: 10
Views: 790
Posted By dsilas

Border size

I made a quilt with 1 1/2 “ sashing between blocks vertically and 1 1/2” sashing horizontally. What size border? The sashing inside the blocks is 1/2 “.
Forum: Main
01-31-2018, 08:32 AM
Replies: 24
Views: 2,267
Posted By dsilas

Fusible products

Can anyone recommend a very light fusible product for fusible applique?
Forum: Main
09-22-2016, 08:00 PM
Replies: 10
Views: 2,563
Posted By dsilas

I think I will get a few fat quarters as...

I think I will get a few fat quarters as suggested, omit the black and white squares and use a forest green sashing.
Forum: Main
09-21-2016, 05:55 AM
Replies: 10
Views: 2,563
Posted By dsilas

What color sashing

I bought a bundle of 10" squares, the Ultra Violet Catalina collection from Maywood fabrics. I want to make the T-intersection quilt from a Missouri Star tutorial. I am stumped about the sashing...
Forum: Main
08-17-2016, 03:22 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 1,893
Posted By dsilas

Van Gogh panel

How would you quilt a panel from Robert Kaufman, Van Gogh Garden? I am stumped...
Forum: Main
08-29-2012, 06:11 AM
Replies: 4
Views: 889
Posted By dsilas

Backing

Which mfg. has the nicest 108" wide backing? It is so expensive, I want something worth the money.
Forum: Main
10-18-2010, 05:30 PM
Replies: 14
Views: 9,592
Posted By dsilas

I plan to send it to Iowa to have them set it up...

I plan to send it to Iowa to have them set it up and take a look at it. I have a feeling it may be the stitch regulator.
Forum: Main
10-18-2010, 10:12 AM
Replies: 14
Views: 9,592
Posted By dsilas

I spoke with Nolting direct before I went to the...

I spoke with Nolting direct before I went to the rep. They also say it is the tension and maybe it is but I really don't think I should have to mess with tension for at least 15 min. every time I...
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