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Forum: Main
11-01-2012, 04:29 PM
Replies: 37
Views: 7,989
Posted By xstitchcchris

I like Stitchnripper's idea of sewing over a...

I like Stitchnripper's idea of sewing over a piece of floss or thread...seems like it would take a lot less time.
Forum: Pictures
08-02-2012, 03:58 PM
Replies: 45
Views: 7,866
Posted By xstitchcchris

Many thanks for your input. This was my first...

Many thanks for your input. This was my first time posting a question on this board and was really surprised at all of the responses. I am going to spend the next couple of days thinking about your...
Forum: Pictures
08-02-2012, 03:37 PM
Replies: 45
Views: 7,866
Posted By xstitchcchris

This pattern was used as a mystery quilt project...

This pattern was used as a mystery quilt project in our guild...they called it a Mexican Cross.
Forum: Pictures
07-28-2012, 02:33 PM
Replies: 45
Views: 7,866
Posted By xstitchcchris

Lightbulb How should I quilt this?...all ideas appreciated

I am making this quilt for a wedding gift and need ideas for quilting it on a domestic sewing machine. I know how to do some free motion quilting ...need to keep it simple since it needs to be done...
Forum: Main
06-30-2012, 04:59 PM
Replies: 52
Views: 4,610
Posted By xstitchcchris

This is beautiful....I would use it as a lace...

This is beautiful....I would use it as a lace tablecloth...why take a chance on it getting ruined as a quilt. I do use a solid tablecloth underneath my lace one. (Red for Christmas or Valentines Day,...
Forum: Main
06-30-2012, 04:53 PM
Replies: 124
Views: 96,675
Posted By xstitchcchris

I would recommend a Janome Gem. It is a...

I would recommend a Janome Gem. It is a lightweight computerized sewing machine. Besides my Pfaff, I purchased this machine because I can easily transport it to classes, Charity groups and other...
Forum: Pictures
06-08-2012, 07:51 AM
Replies: 67
Views: 8,573
Posted By xstitchcchris

Love how you incorporated different blocks of...

Love how you incorporated different blocks of scrappy fabrics. Inspires me to start another quilt with my leftovers.
Forum: Main
06-08-2012, 07:45 AM
Replies: 25
Views: 7,255
Posted By xstitchcchris

That is a great buy.. I just purchased a new one...

That is a great buy.. I just purchased a new one for approx. $1500. It is the best sewing set up ever. Enjoy.
Forum: General Chit-Chat (non-quilting talk)
03-08-2012, 10:17 AM
Replies: 16
Views: 3,038
Posted By xstitchcchris

We just had an integrated sink installed in...

We just had an integrated sink installed in November and love it. The installer did tell us that you should run cold water in the sink whenever you drain the hot water from pasta, etc. If you don't,...
Forum: Tutorials
01-12-2012, 07:03 AM
Replies: 76
Views: 19,205
Posted By xstitchcchris

THANK YOU... You inspired me to make a New...

THANK YOU...
You inspired me to make a New Years Resolution of learning how to use this program. I have had EQ5 a long time and barely used it. It was too expensive of a program to just set and...
Forum: Tutorials
10-30-2011, 09:13 AM
Replies: 418
Views: 36,487
Posted By xstitchcchris

I also have EQ5 and would love to learn how to...

I also have EQ5 and would love to learn how to use it. Thanks so much for offering to teach us....you can sign me up.
Forum: General Chit-Chat (non-quilting talk)
10-29-2011, 08:19 AM
Replies: 128
Views: 6,035
Posted By xstitchcchris

It was such a great program...still remember the...

It was such a great program...still remember the leaders, social get togethers, grange fair exhibits and "round Ups". I started out at 10 years with the sewing and then enrolled in the foods and...
Forum: General Chit-Chat (non-quilting talk)
10-05-2011, 05:16 PM
Replies: 71
Views: 9,631
Posted By xstitchcchris

I found a difference in the old and new ones. As...

I found a difference in the old and new ones. As someone already mentioned, the newer ones do cook faster so you could end up with a chewy meat, rather than tender. I prefer the old one (the crock is...
Forum: Links and Resources
10-02-2011, 09:43 AM
Replies: 24
Views: 3,819
Posted By xstitchcchris

In order to print it, I had to copy and paste it...

In order to print it, I had to copy and paste it into a Word document. Good reference chart. Thank you.
Forum: Pictures
09-19-2011, 03:14 PM
Replies: 79
Views: 8,226
Posted By xstitchcchris

This was a very creative use of an extra fabric...

This was a very creative use of an extra fabric block..I will keep your idea in mind. Thanks for sharing.
Forum: Pictures
09-14-2011, 09:19 AM
Replies: 84
Views: 9,044
Posted By xstitchcchris

I always wondered what quilters made with their...

I always wondered what quilters made with their selveges. Loved this project...very inspiring. Thanks for sharing.
Forum: Main
09-03-2011, 11:57 AM
Replies: 65
Views: 5,873
Posted By xstitchcchris

I wear a pair of cheap (2.0) reading...

I wear a pair of cheap (2.0) reading glasses...works like a magnifying glass, hands free.Walmart sells them for less than $10.00.
Forum: Main
08-29-2011, 05:45 PM
Replies: 54
Views: 7,173
Posted By xstitchcchris

If she really wants it larger, suggest that you...

If she really wants it larger, suggest that you could attach a bed skirt to it (she could either purchase a ready made skirt that you could use, or coordinating fabric that could be ruffled/ stitched...
Forum: Main
08-24-2011, 10:23 AM
Replies: 99
Views: 7,469
Posted By xstitchcchris

I also like the idea of the two brown borders...

I also like the idea of the two brown borders with the print in between them.
Forum: Main
08-24-2011, 10:16 AM
Replies: 82
Views: 9,638
Posted By xstitchcchris

Thanks for your positive input. I also have one...

Thanks for your positive input. I also have one that I keep forgetting to use. I will also place it on top of my cutting table as a reminder.
Forum: Main
08-24-2011, 10:10 AM
Replies: 134
Views: 10,144
Posted By xstitchcchris

I consider it another method for finishing the...

I consider it another method for finishing the edges and have no problem doing it that way if there is extra fabric for this purpose. I do not look upon it as tacky..this method also requires skill.
Forum: Tutorials
08-14-2011, 11:48 AM
Replies: 445
Views: 410,395
Posted By xstitchcchris

Thanks. A set of these with soup bowls would make...

Thanks. A set of these with soup bowls would make a nice Christmas gift.
Forum: Main
08-14-2011, 11:17 AM
Replies: 50
Views: 9,634
Posted By xstitchcchris

Could you use it for storing a quilt...roll up...

Could you use it for storing a quilt...roll up the quilt, insert inside and then place on bed as a bolster? Whenever an extra cover is needed, just take it out and use.
Forum: Main
08-14-2011, 11:07 AM
Replies: 175
Views: 14,159
Posted By xstitchcchris

Thanks for the tip. I took an applique class last...

Thanks for the tip. I took an applique class last year and wish that I knew about this.
Forum: Main
08-12-2011, 11:07 AM
Replies: 165
Views: 9,945
Posted By xstitchcchris

Start with a pattern that has squares or...

Start with a pattern that has squares or rectangles. View the free tutorials on basic quilting that are online or purchase one of Eleanor Burns books (ie log cabin quilt). She does a good job...
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