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Forum: Main
10-06-2015, 04:25 AM
Replies: 4
Views: 654
Posted By needlefruit

I have used plastic canvas in projects where...

I have used plastic canvas in projects where stiffness is needed. Of course, if you want them to 'drape,' that is too stiff.
Forum: Pictures
05-08-2015, 04:26 AM
Replies: 25
Views: 5,255
Posted By needlefruit

I've tried several pens with varying degrees of...

I've tried several pens with varying degrees of success---even plain old fine point Sharpie. The best, and most durable, that I have found is Pentel Gel Roller for Fabric.
Forum: Main
03-07-2015, 04:06 AM
Replies: 28
Views: 4,422
Posted By needlefruit

www.sewthankful.com is my pick...

I love King Tut varigated threads, and for several years I have ordered from sewthankful. They are a Mom and Pop shop in New Mexico with very personal service; they carry the full line of Superior...
Forum: Pictures
01-28-2015, 05:34 AM
Replies: 65
Views: 6,911
Posted By needlefruit

Drop-dead gorgeous---piecing and quilting!!!

Drop-dead gorgeous---piecing and quilting!!!
Forum: Main
01-03-2015, 06:02 AM
Replies: 40
Views: 6,992
Posted By needlefruit

Totally agree with Feline Fanatic

I have used both Moda and Kaufman Kona blacks, pre-soaked until water is clear, washed, and cut with sucess. Never had a 'bleeding' problem or a fading problem. By washing in cold water and...
Forum: Main
12-20-2014, 05:53 AM
Replies: 15
Views: 3,536
Posted By needlefruit

I am a longarmer specializing in custom...

I am a longarmer specializing in custom quilting---very few pantographs. As such, I can pretty much assure you that it is NOT the machine. Burnout is a huge factor, and being the perfectionist that...
Forum: Main
12-11-2014, 04:23 AM
Replies: 69
Views: 6,692
Posted By needlefruit

Come on, Nana, give that sweetheart another good...

Come on, Nana, give that sweetheart another good hugging and slide her quilt right straight to the head of the line.
Forum: Main
12-02-2014, 05:02 AM
Replies: 5
Views: 2,278
Posted By needlefruit

Tee quilts are very involved if done well. I...

Tee quilts are very involved if done well. I personally wash the shirts to remove any fabric softener, stabilize each square with iron-on tricot backing, furnish all backing, batting, and sashing...
Forum: Main
11-23-2014, 05:12 AM
Replies: 25
Views: 8,591
Posted By needlefruit

A piggyback comment from a longarm...

A piggyback comment from a longarm quilter~~~quilting a top that has been pieced with this stuff is kind of like trying to quilt two cast iron skillets together. Often I have to hand walk my...
Forum: Main
10-19-2014, 04:25 AM
Replies: 22
Views: 4,987
Posted By needlefruit

Now that we have the orientation of the ruler...

Now that we have the orientation of the ruler cleared up, can I piggyback with another question, please? I made one with the rulers like ")(," and I absolutely loved it. However, the ends, though...
Forum: Main
09-09-2014, 04:15 AM
Replies: 33
Views: 5,907
Posted By needlefruit

Billi is right---Sharpies (black) fade quickly,...

Billi is right---Sharpies (black) fade quickly, plus some colors (as in turquoise) just plain wash out. Sob, sob, ask me how I know. I've had good luck with the Micron Pigma Pens, as Billi said,...
Forum: Pictures
09-08-2014, 04:27 AM
Replies: 57
Views: 6,174
Posted By needlefruit

And excited you should be!!! Your freehand...

And excited you should be!!! Your freehand feathers are gorgeous.
Forum: Pictures
09-06-2014, 05:03 AM
Replies: 35
Views: 4,640
Posted By needlefruit

Personalized Double Wedding Ring King

This big boy was pieced and machine embroidered by one of my most particular and diligent quilting customers for her daughter and SIL. Their names and milestone dates are embroidered in the five...
Forum: Main
05-16-2014, 04:56 AM
Replies: 26
Views: 3,623
Posted By needlefruit

The rest of the story...

This was my post. The rugs are now very experienced having been used in front of the kitchen sink as well as bedside. No telling how many times they have been washed, and they still look like the...
Forum: Main
12-30-2013, 05:31 AM
Replies: 64
Views: 11,077
Posted By needlefruit

justflyingin, yes, I do stay busy. I stopped...

justflyingin, yes, I do stay busy. I stopped taking orders in September so I could do some of my own! Currently, I have three on 'backorder.' That's as busy as I want to be!!!
Forum: Main
12-29-2013, 05:47 AM
Replies: 64
Views: 11,077
Posted By needlefruit

Some consideration has to be given to your...

Some consideration has to be given to your location. In South Central Texas, I charge $6.75 per square foot as a base price for all supplies and labor---turn key. A relatively simple twin quilt...
Forum: Main
11-27-2013, 05:09 AM
Replies: 64
Views: 8,159
Posted By needlefruit

I've ordered from fabric.com lots of times with...

I've ordered from fabric.com lots of times with very good results---quick shipping, good fabric, very competitive pricing.
Forum: Pictures
11-12-2013, 06:00 AM
Replies: 70
Views: 7,114
Posted By needlefruit

Big 'awwwww factor' here---just beautiful. Oh,...

Big 'awwwww factor' here---just beautiful. Oh, and the quilt is pretty, too.
Forum: Main
11-12-2013, 05:55 AM
Replies: 78
Views: 34,866
Posted By needlefruit

Grab that machine!!! It's a workhorse. I bought...

Grab that machine!!! It's a workhorse. I bought one for $40 several years back that fits your same description. My sewing machine man got me a monogramming foot, and I've freehand quilted tons of...
Forum: Main
11-08-2013, 05:20 AM
Replies: 48
Views: 5,301
Posted By needlefruit

Beautiful quilt for a handsome HERO. Thank you,...

Beautiful quilt for a handsome HERO. Thank you, Dick Gage! I have made quilts for QOV, and it is wonderful to see a photo of a deserving recipient---gives me chills. Thank you for posting.
Forum: Pictures
10-03-2013, 04:44 AM
Replies: 33
Views: 5,554
Posted By needlefruit

A honey of a machine! Beautiful blocks, too!

A honey of a machine! Beautiful blocks, too!
Forum: Main
10-03-2013, 04:37 AM
Replies: 102
Views: 13,058
Posted By needlefruit

ABSOLUTELY, Petthefabric---I, too, am a LAQ, and...

ABSOLUTELY, Petthefabric---I, too, am a LAQ, and although the number of square inches and the density/type of quilting are the BASIS of the charge, there are many more considerations. A well-pieced,...
Forum: Main
08-07-2013, 03:44 AM
Replies: 31
Views: 4,824
Posted By needlefruit

This is a REALLY long shot, but it happened to...

This is a REALLY long shot, but it happened to me. I ordered a new batch of needles and was sent the wrong ones for my Gammill. The needles I received were just a hair, and I mean a tiny, tiny bit,...
Forum: Main
07-20-2013, 04:59 AM
Replies: 21
Views: 3,732
Posted By needlefruit

A quick, loose-math way to estimate is by the...

A quick, loose-math way to estimate is by the total yardage of the desired quilt size. For example, a standard king size is 120" x 120". That would be 3.33 yards long (or wide); it would take 3...
Forum: Main
06-20-2013, 04:28 AM
Replies: 34
Views: 4,796
Posted By needlefruit

When turning under hems (no matter the width), I...

When turning under hems (no matter the width), I frequently use strips of brown craft paper with the fold allowance marked along one edge. Just plop the paper strip to the wrong side of the strip,...
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