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05-19-2016, 10:23 AM
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Ripping Fabric questions
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I would never buy quilting cottons that were...
I would never buy quilting cottons that were ripped. They aren't always straight on the bolts and because they are wound while damp, it is too hard to straighten them. I did recently buy muslin from...
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08-13-2014, 09:50 AM
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August Weight Loss
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irishrose
Hi, everyone. I am a the library again. I need to...
Hi, everyone. I am a the library again. I need to get my computer fixed. I finished the circle quilt, but when I went to take a picture, my camera wouldn't work. I used my phone, but have never tried...
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07-25-2014, 02:36 PM
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SO FRUSTRATED: Dye Lot Lesson
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I ran into that problem today. I need enough...
I ran into that problem today. I need enough black for one 2" by 8.5" strip. The only fabric store I have available only had one black and it's far from a match. I did purchase a small amount and...
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07-24-2014, 07:59 PM
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D4P Diagonal
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I like it. I've done a 16 patch cut on the...
I like it. I've done a 16 patch cut on the diagonal, but not a 9 patch.
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07-23-2014, 06:33 AM
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July weight loss
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I think that was my last walk until the cast...
I think that was my last walk until the cast comes off. I'm sure the plates are okay, but the skin feels a little irritated. Too much friction. I can hold off 6 more days. Never thought I'd be...
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07-22-2014, 07:55 PM
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July weight loss
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I did it. I went for a walk this evening - only...
I did it. I went for a walk this evening - only to the corner and back. I think the furgirls are pulling for the dog walker as they had to have a quick refresher course in how to walk like lady. I'm...
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07-22-2014, 07:54 AM
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Quilts made using vintage machines!
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Mrs Finch, You are right about the contrast. I...
Mrs Finch, You are right about the contrast. I just sold my crinkle 128. I like your Bento Box.
GreyQ, very pretty bag.
AnnieRose, my 301, has a Drunkard's Path type quilt in batiks on her...
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07-22-2014, 07:47 AM
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July weight loss
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bjsmith, are you planning on a batik quilt? You...
bjsmith, are you planning on a batik quilt? You make sure to check in every week so I have a feeling your weight loss is going well.
Pat, I almost took the dogs on a very short walk Sunday night,...
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07-21-2014, 12:39 PM
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batting used for baby quilts?
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I used a 80/20 cotton/poly and wanted it puffier,...
I used a 80/20 cotton/poly and wanted it puffier, so I added a layer of lightweight poly on top of the first batt. Perfect! It didn't make the quilting any more difficult.
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07-20-2014, 09:54 PM
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July weight loss
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Congratulations, Pat. Our fair is coming up and I...
Congratulations, Pat. Our fair is coming up and I have a couple I could enter. Your avatar deserves to be best of show.
I'll chose a batik tomorrow and get in the mail. It won't be hard - they are...
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07-20-2014, 11:34 AM
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Controlled scrappy
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Love the fabrics, the colors and the pattern....
Love the fabrics, the colors and the pattern. Great job!
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07-19-2014, 09:03 PM
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Sewing is not dead!
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They local 4H is starting a quilting class this...
They local 4H is starting a quilting class this month. I have been debating calling the director to see if they help. I would assume they have instructors in place if the class is posted, but many...
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07-19-2014, 07:56 AM
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2014 Fabric Moratorium
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I ventured into a fabric store yesterday. I...
I ventured into a fabric store yesterday. I needed 2/3 of a yard of a blender. I got it, but I also bought a yard of a blue batik. Both will be used before the week is up. I left a pretty purple...
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07-16-2014, 10:47 AM
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Alaskan Wildflowers
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irishrose
Very pretty. I like flowers and anything on the...
Very pretty. I like flowers and anything on the diagonal, so this one is a winner.
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07-16-2014, 07:10 AM
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Need a quick pattern I can finish this weekend
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Jeanne S, I like that pattern a lot. The dotted...
Jeanne S, I like that pattern a lot. The dotted fabric is perfect for it.
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07-16-2014, 07:05 AM
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Easy Patchwork Lattice Baby Quilt
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What a pretty quilt. I am amazed at how well...
What a pretty quilt. I am amazed at how well everything lines up since you are visually impaired. You are an inspiration to all of us.
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07-12-2014, 03:04 PM
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Baby Shower Quilt and Burp Cloths sent
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A beary special gift!
A beary special gift!
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07-12-2014, 10:41 AM
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How does one clean a really bad smelling machine???
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I have scrubbed several with Oxiclean then sewing...
I have scrubbed several with Oxiclean then sewing machine oil. It did a good job. When you've done all you can do, seal it up with a bar of Irish Spring soap. One of the brothers from HGTV is...
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07-11-2014, 01:00 PM
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Triangle Frenzy Hexagon-Christmas topper
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Beautiful!
Beautiful!
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07-11-2014, 12:56 PM
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Queens Romance and Crown Jewels
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irishrose
Gorgeous quilt - colors, pattern, quilting, etc.
Gorgeous quilt - colors, pattern, quilting, etc.
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07-10-2014, 07:55 AM
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July weight loss
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Oh, I have my instructor picked out and he will...
Oh, I have my instructor picked out and he will be perfect. It's just my mental block I have to get past - who wants to be the old whatever in a class of pretty bodies? That's why I've asked him to...
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07-09-2014, 05:59 PM
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July weight loss
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KQ, I was diagnosed with fibromyalgia in 1983 so...
KQ, I was diagnosed with fibromyalgia in 1983 so I'd like to hear your story. I have a massage therapist who has helped a lot, but I need to start putting some space between my visits to him. I wish...
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07-07-2014, 08:36 PM
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Do you cut more than one pattern at a time?
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I am a cut as you go quilter. I cut, sew, cut,...
I am a cut as you go quilter. I cut, sew, cut, sew, etc. Right now I have scrappy batik on the wall and need to see what colors I need before I cut. My arthritic hands would have a hard time cutting...
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07-07-2014, 12:22 PM
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Vintage Sewing Machine Shop.....Come on in and sit a spell
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irishrose
My little 128 blackside went to a new home today....
My little 128 blackside went to a new home today. The young man would have bought anything that said Singer on it, but my 301s are not for sale. Actually, I 'd sell the mocha long bed, but not until...
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07-07-2014, 08:10 AM
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batiks 100% when used?
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irishrose
I mix any prewashed fabrics. I want them to have...
I mix any prewashed fabrics. I want them to have all their shrinkage out of their system. I am making an all batik quilt right now and I know at least two of the fabrics aren't batiks, but they look...
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