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    Forum: Main
    01-07-2012, 07:22 AM
    Replies: 15
    Views: 1,906
    Posted By LeslieTQD

    For more information on FabShop Hops go to:...

    For more information on FabShop Hops go to: www.fabshophop.com
    Forum: Main
    12-15-2011, 10:01 AM
    Replies: 103
    Views: 12,501
    Posted By LeslieTQD

    I don't mind binding because for a while I forced...

    I don't mind binding because for a while I forced myself to finish a quilt before I started an new one so when I get to the point I'm binding a quilt I know I'm almost done and I can start planning...
    Forum: Main
    09-23-2011, 09:17 AM
    Replies: 6
    Views: 1,295
    Posted By LeslieTQD

    There is a collection with a fall theme that is...

    There is a collection with a fall theme that is in stores now from Moda called Grand Finale by Sandy Gervais that you might want to check out and see if it's to your liking.

    Moda usually offers...
    Forum: Main
    09-23-2011, 09:04 AM
    Replies: 68
    Views: 5,891
    Posted By LeslieTQD

    Ditto.

    Ditto.
    Forum: Main
    09-22-2011, 10:03 AM
    Replies: 8
    Views: 874
    Posted By LeslieTQD

    I have used it in several quilts. Hand quilts...

    I have used it in several quilts. Hand quilts nicely and does not beard.
    Forum: Main
    08-10-2011, 11:25 AM
    Replies: 71
    Views: 38,853
    Posted By LeslieTQD

    Moda is a favorite! Another one you might look...

    Moda is a favorite! Another one you might look for is Maywood Studios, I think their fabrics have a nice weight and sheen to them.
    Forum: Main
    03-25-2011, 10:13 AM
    Replies: 61
    Views: 16,557
    Posted By LeslieTQD

    The dowel will need to attach to something on...

    The dowel will need to attach to something on your wall. Sometimes you will see a shelf with a dowel underneath it that works as the hanger.

    I use a black curtain rod (you can buy them at target,...
    Forum: Main
    03-21-2011, 12:58 PM
    Replies: 5
    Views: 685
    Posted By LeslieTQD

    You will need 2.5 yards if you cut 9" wide strips...

    You will need 2.5 yards if you cut 9" wide strips and then cut the strips down to your 9" x 13" blocks, that would yield 3 blocks per strip. That doesn't leave room to make sure the grain is straight...
    Forum: Main
    03-10-2011, 09:08 AM
    Replies: 23
    Views: 2,117
    Posted By LeslieTQD

    If you are nervous about the actual quilting...

    If you are nervous about the actual quilting process you might think about tying your quilt. Double Rail Fence was the first quilt I made and I ended up tying it (at the block corners using a color...
    Forum: Main
    03-02-2011, 10:24 AM
    Replies: 225
    Views: 24,904
    Posted By LeslieTQD

    I agree - log cabin is a good pattern to learn...

    I agree - log cabin is a good pattern to learn with. Another beginners pattern you might look for is a double rail fence.
    Forum: Main
    02-25-2011, 12:49 PM
    Replies: 63
    Views: 8,836
    Posted By LeslieTQD

    I fold my fabric selvage to selvage adjusting it...

    I fold my fabric selvage to selvage adjusting it left to right to get the grain as straight as possible, then fold in half again bringing the lengthwise fold down to the selvage, roll the length...
    Forum: Main
    02-25-2011, 09:40 AM
    Replies: 13
    Views: 1,654
    Posted By LeslieTQD

    There are some fabric panels (I think...

    There are some fabric panels (I think Thimbleberries has one) out there that have decorative quilt labels pre-printed and the center area is blank so that you can hand write information about you...
    Forum: Pictures
    02-25-2011, 09:25 AM
    Replies: 57
    Views: 3,100
    Posted By LeslieTQD

    The one on the left lets the main body of the...

    The one on the left lets the main body of the quilt stand out.
    Forum: Main
    02-24-2011, 09:40 AM
    Replies: 100
    Views: 12,056
    Posted By LeslieTQD

    If you like to make more traditional quilts you...

    If you like to make more traditional quilts you might try using these fabrics in a log cabin quilt and use coordinating solid(s) for the center block and contrasting side.
    Forum: Main
    02-24-2011, 09:35 AM
    Replies: 53
    Views: 7,402
    Posted By LeslieTQD

    Ditto, sides then top & bottom.

    Ditto, sides then top & bottom.
    Forum: Main
    02-10-2011, 01:12 PM
    Replies: 11
    Views: 2,013
    Posted By LeslieTQD

    I was looking into this the other day for my...

    I was looking into this the other day for my Pfaff and found this on their website http://www.pfaff.com/us/8574.html at the bottom of the page it lists the machines it's compatible with,...
    Forum: Main
    02-10-2011, 12:08 PM
    Replies: 153
    Views: 18,377
    Posted By LeslieTQD

    You might try an art supply store. Here in...

    You might try an art supply store.

    Here in Oregon we have two stores that sell nothing but paper, I'm sure they have websites or they might be national (PaperPlus or Paper Zone).
    Forum: Main
    02-10-2011, 12:00 PM
    Replies: 4
    Views: 885
    Posted By LeslieTQD

    You might try taking your raw materials (fabric,...

    You might try taking your raw materials (fabric, thread, batting etc) and multiply by 1.5, 2 or 3+ and see if that get's you in the neighborhood of what you feel your time and skills are worth. That...
    Forum: Main
    02-10-2011, 11:53 AM
    Replies: 50
    Views: 6,298
    Posted By LeslieTQD

    One thing to remember is to be consistent with...

    One thing to remember is to be consistent with your ruler manufacturer on a project because the measurement markings can vary between manufacturers. Other than that use the rulers that fit with the...
    Forum: Main
    02-09-2011, 10:24 AM
    Replies: 75
    Views: 7,293
    Posted By LeslieTQD

    EQ6 - And I love it! Video demo's are available...

    EQ6 - And I love it! Video demo's are available within the program when you need them plus a book with tutorials that are pretty helpful as well.
    Forum: Main
    02-04-2011, 08:43 AM
    Replies: 17
    Views: 1,501
    Posted By LeslieTQD

    I also like the Olfa ergonomic (curved handle),...

    I also like the Olfa ergonomic (curved handle), the blade recesses back into the cutter when you release your grip from the handle vs the straight handle where you have to push the cover back over...
    Forum: Main
    02-03-2011, 12:30 PM
    Replies: 282
    Views: 21,718
    Posted By LeslieTQD

    I think those flaws and imperfections are what...

    I think those flaws and imperfections are what give a quilt it's character! No mass produced "quilt" will ever be able to replicate the warm and fuzzy feeling you get seeing and feeling a hand made...
    Forum: Main
    01-26-2011, 01:43 PM
    Replies: 12
    Views: 2,930
    Posted By LeslieTQD

    I myself just use safety pins to baste. I don't...

    I myself just use safety pins to baste. I don't think you have to do both, just one or the other. Depending on how much excess batting and backing fabric you have I would run a basting stitch around...
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