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    03-24-2026, 05:21 PM
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    Posted By Gemm

    You're in good company, Daren - you'll notice...

    You're in good company, Daren - you'll notice many of us take flying leaps off the wagon at times but we're very good at keeping space for everyone who wants to try to be more intentional about using...
    03-24-2026, 01:54 PM
    Replies: 91
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    Posted By Gemm

    Welcome, Cedar! It sounds like you've got a good...

    Welcome, Cedar! It sounds like you've got a good handle on how to approach a mostly-unknown stash - grab something to start with and get going! I love that you're finishing up some of your...
    03-14-2026, 07:39 PM
    Replies: 91
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    Posted By Gemm

    Butterflyblue, it sounds like you've had a ton on...

    Butterflyblue, it sounds like you've had a ton on your plate! It's totally okay to step back sometimes and just enjoy the scenery from the wagon. :-) I've also been struggling with getting stuff...
    03-10-2026, 07:24 AM
    Replies: 91
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    Posted By Gemm

    WMU, what a great fabric out count for a short...

    WMU, what a great fabric out count for a short month! Also lovely to think you've got a new quilter in the family. Lucky her to have you as a model, as well. :-)

    Lena, a finished quilt is a...
    Forum: Main
    03-10-2026, 07:14 AM
    Replies: 15
    Views: 1,603
    Posted By Gemm

    I'm always on the lookout for cotton sheets when...

    I'm always on the lookout for cotton sheets when I go thrifting but as others have mentioned, they're not as easy to find as you might think. Like with any cottons, some are pretty flimsy but you...
    03-10-2026, 06:52 AM
    Replies: 15
    Views: 1,128
    Posted By Gemm

    Welcome, Daniel - way to jump into the deep end...

    Welcome, Daniel - way to jump into the deep end and come up with some great finishes! I hope you'll find lots of support and inspiration here. :-)
    Forum: Main
    03-03-2026, 08:30 AM
    Replies: 21
    Views: 2,967
    Posted By Gemm

    I don't have much to add but as I still feel I...

    I don't have much to add but as I still feel I have so much to learn as a quilter I wanted to say how much I appreciated the responses in which people/guilds/groups provided opportunities for gentle...
    02-27-2026, 09:10 AM
    Replies: 91
    Views: 12,345
    Posted By Gemm

    Still having computer issues but wanted to share...

    Still having computer issues but wanted to share that I've finished the centre of the quilt top I was working on (the HSTs) - I'm still trying to figure out the border - I have a piece of fabric...
    Forum: Pictures
    02-16-2026, 09:25 PM
    Replies: 9
    Views: 1,148
    Posted By Gemm

    What a striking quilt! I have often seen ombre...

    What a striking quilt! I have often seen ombre fabrics but can never quite imagine how they could be used to maximize the effect. This certainly fits the bill! :-)
    02-13-2026, 02:49 PM
    Replies: 91
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    Posted By Gemm

    Way to go, QuiltMom! I'm still trying to find...

    Way to go, QuiltMom! I'm still trying to find the time AND the mojo to get into the sewing room - funny how the two rarely come at the same time, though! I do have a project on the go - it's just...
    02-12-2026, 08:32 PM
    Replies: 91
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    Posted By Gemm

    Joe'smom - something is definitely off with that...

    Joe'smom - something is definitely off with that pattern! Where did you get it from? Is there a designer or LQS you can follow up with?
    02-12-2026, 08:26 PM
    Replies: 473
    Views: 77,521
    Posted By Gemm

    Sending you some "oomph", Petthefabric - you can...

    Sending you some "oomph", Petthefabric - you can do this! Give yourself a break if you need it, but we believe in you! :-D
    02-10-2026, 08:42 AM
    Replies: 12
    Views: 1,874
    Posted By Gemm

    Mopec, placemats are a great way to use up scraps...

    Mopec, placemats are a great way to use up scraps and orphan blocks and when you're donating to something like Meals on Wheels, it's okay if you don't have an entire set that are the same size,...
    02-10-2026, 08:14 AM
    Replies: 473
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    Posted By Gemm

    Beautiful finish, Quossum - you must be so...

    Beautiful finish, Quossum - you must be so pleased with your first mystery quilt!

    Joe'smom - I think you made a great decision re: your Indigo Way borders, and I don't honestly think the corners...
    02-08-2026, 12:55 PM
    Replies: 91
    Views: 12,345
    Posted By Gemm

    Thanks to all who have been posting - I'm having...

    Thanks to all who have been posting - I'm having issues with my computer and so checking in on the QB is a bit more complicated than it used to be.

    Last week I cut into some yardage and have...
    Forum: Pictures
    02-08-2026, 12:46 PM
    Replies: 12
    Views: 1,734
    Posted By Gemm

    Such a clever use/treatment of the border fabric...

    Such a clever use/treatment of the border fabric - I agree that it looks like cats sitting in windows. So effective!
    Forum: Main
    01-30-2026, 09:52 PM
    Replies: 11
    Views: 1,610
    Posted By Gemm

    I've only been involved in one quilt show but as...

    I've only been involved in one quilt show but as I remember it admission was free the day I volunteered but I paid the day I came back to view the show with family and friends.
    01-28-2026, 07:25 PM
    Replies: 91
    Views: 12,345
    Posted By Gemm

    As I expected and mentioned in post #30, I was...

    As I expected and mentioned in post #30, I was unable to resist checking the free table at quilting this morning, but I'm pleased to report that while I did walk away with some fabric, both pieces...
    01-27-2026, 08:08 AM
    Replies: 91
    Views: 12,345
    Posted By Gemm

    Some great plans for stash- (and new purchase-)...

    Some great plans for stash- (and new purchase-) using, WMU and Julienm, and cold weather is perfect for hunkering down and getting stuff done in the sewing room!

    Lena, I was thinking about what...
    01-26-2026, 07:24 AM
    Replies: 91
    Views: 12,345
    Posted By Gemm

    Lena and Snooze, Iceblossom is absolutely right. ...

    Lena and Snooze, Iceblossom is absolutely right. This thread is about the "try" (sorry, Yoda!) and sometimes fabric acquisition is required for success. Your seats on the wagon are still warm!
    01-26-2026, 07:07 AM
    Replies: 370
    Views: 28,758
    Posted By Gemm

    Wow - what a great collection of 2.5" ideas to...

    Wow - what a great collection of 2.5" ideas to get the creative juices going! Thanks for sharing.

    I just wanted to speak to Pamelor's 16Ps... gift bags can be a good way to use up some of those...
    01-22-2026, 07:15 AM
    Replies: 91
    Views: 12,345
    Posted By Gemm

    I came to the QB this morning feeling kind of...

    I came to the QB this morning feeling kind of blah - I've not done much in the sewing room and was just going to write a short "duty" post here and what did I open the thread to? Amazing stories of...
    01-22-2026, 07:06 AM
    Replies: 473
    Views: 77,521
    Posted By Gemm

    So many wonderful progress pictures at all stages...

    So many wonderful progress pictures at all stages - thank you for sharing, everyone! I love the different colourways and approaches and, as always, take off my hat to those of you who have been so...
    01-22-2026, 06:58 AM
    Replies: 7
    Views: 1,881
    Posted By Gemm

    You can also get those suspender-like elastic...

    You can also get those suspender-like elastic clips that go across the corners. I'd be doing everything I could to avoid zippers, myself! :-)
    01-19-2026, 01:52 PM
    Replies: 91
    Views: 12,345
    Posted By Gemm

    Feel free to drop in here any time you get the...

    Feel free to drop in here any time you get the urge to go online browsing, Julienm1 - the "shopping" you do for ideas and inspiration are likely to be much more rewarding in the long run. :-D
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