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Forum: Main
01-15-2012, 04:34 AM
Replies: 137
Views: 22,035
Posted By pollio

Recently I found some polar fleece at WalMart for...

Recently I found some polar fleece at WalMart for $2.94 a yard.I make little charity quilts for a local program called Hope Totes. Since I cant afford to spend much for fabrics, I thought it was a...
Forum: Main
01-15-2012, 04:13 AM
Replies: 5
Views: 1,594
Posted By pollio

need ruler with metal edge

Does anyone know where I can get one of those plastic rulers with the metal piece along the cutting edge? I need a 24"x 6". I keep cutting into the edge of my ruler with my rotary cutter and it dulls...
Forum: Main
02-21-2011, 04:59 AM
Replies: 119
Views: 14,114
Posted By pollio

Even tho I recycle everything that I can , I do...

Even tho I recycle everything that I can , I do buy my bras and panties. For years , Ive bought pkgs of panties
from Sears because they seem to fit best and I like the slippery ones , cotton drags...
Forum: Main
02-21-2011, 04:45 AM
Replies: 246
Views: 22,071
Posted By pollio

wow, thanks Amma for the Alts code site. I saved...

wow, thanks Amma for the Alts code site. I saved it on my desktop so I can refer to it later. Ill send it to friends who will appreciate it.
Am I glad I joined this site, haha.
Forum: Main
02-21-2011, 04:40 AM
Replies: 94
Views: 12,150
Posted By pollio

How about raw edged piecing ? Just sew the pieces...

How about raw edged piecing ? Just sew the pieces to a base fabric block, I use old sheets for this. When it is washed and dried , it will be "fluffy". Kids would love it , pets too. It feels nice.
Forum: Main
02-21-2011, 04:37 AM
Replies: 4
Views: 1,038
Posted By pollio

If you arent up to making a complete quilt but...

If you arent up to making a complete quilt but want something for the bed, how about making what I call a "foot warmer"?
Its about the same as a table runner but maybe thicker and can also be used...
Forum: Main
02-21-2011, 04:31 AM
Replies: 13
Views: 1,602
Posted By pollio

Once I saw an idea where someone used a hoola...

Once I saw an idea where someone used a hoola hoop for a loom. I wanted to make a round rug so I found one at a garage sale , my favorite place to shop, haha. I wove the strips back and forth like a...
Forum: Main
02-21-2011, 04:19 AM
Replies: 112
Views: 11,279
Posted By pollio

mistake , hit the wrong key, for got how to spell...

mistake , hit the wrong key, for got how to spell crazy and was trying spell checker.
I was trying to say crazy quilts or strip piecing.
Forum: Main
02-21-2011, 04:18 AM
Replies: 112
Views: 11,279
Posted By pollio

Great colors for doo rags, arm bands, neck scarfs...

Great colors for doo rags, arm bands, neck scarfs for would be "hells angels types".
How about quay
Forum: Pictures
02-21-2011, 04:04 AM
Replies: 240
Views: 19,657
Posted By pollio

Great idea, you have such a creative mind and...

Great idea, you have such a creative mind and this is a wonderful example of recycling . You could inspire others to do something of this nature maybe starting with a smaller project.
Forum: Pictures
02-21-2011, 03:55 AM
Replies: 90
Views: 8,483
Posted By pollio

Wouldnt this be a great project for teaching...

Wouldnt this be a great project for teaching young people to sew. If they cant use a machine yet , maybe they could help to tack the fronts and backs together. It would teach them to do something for...
Forum: Main
02-21-2011, 03:44 AM
Replies: 11
Views: 1,155
Posted By pollio

Another idea for using sweaters, if you live up...

Another idea for using sweaters, if you live up north in Winter, cut the long sleeves and pull them over your pants legs for extra warmth when you go out or if you have arthritis. If you bind the...
Forum: Main
02-21-2011, 03:30 AM
Replies: 1
Views: 654
Posted By pollio

Yesterday, a friend , younger woman who doesnt...

Yesterday, a friend , younger woman who doesnt sew, said that her grandson has so many tshirts that he doesnt wear. She would like to make something for him with them. I suggested a tshirt quilt or...
Forum: Main
02-20-2011, 04:59 AM
Replies: 11
Views: 1,155
Posted By pollio

One item of clothing that is often discarded is...

One item of clothing that is often discarded is old sweaters. Sometimes they get stretched or if they are wool , they may have been accidently shrunk in hot water or maybe they have holes or are just...
Forum: Pictures
02-20-2011, 04:46 AM
Replies: 90
Views: 8,483
Posted By pollio

I have found that among its other benefits,...

I have found that among its other benefits, giving liberates the soul of the giver.
Maya Angelou



Keep up the good work, you are appreciated greatly.
Forum: Pictures
02-20-2011, 04:24 AM
Replies: 78
Views: 8,331
Posted By pollio

Wonky? looks great to me. You know the Amish put...

Wonky? looks great to me. You know the Amish put some little mistake in their quilts, it keeps them feeling humble. None of us are perfect.
Forum: Main
02-20-2011, 04:01 AM
Replies: 145
Views: 11,594
Posted By pollio

Beautiful, you should be proud.

Beautiful, you should be proud.
Forum: QuiltingBoard Challenges & Contests
02-19-2011, 07:07 AM
Replies: 1,873
Views: 166,764
Posted By pollio

Hi Rick, would be happy to help you. like I...

Hi Rick, would be happy to help you. like I said, Im not perfectionist and like to make and break the rules. The best advise I can give newbies is , keep and open mind to any and all design ideas...
Forum: QuiltingBoard Challenges & Contests
02-19-2011, 06:45 AM
Replies: 1,873
Views: 166,764
Posted By pollio

Id be happy to help any newbies. I dont do...

Id be happy to help any newbies. I dont do traditional quilting, Im too impatient and love to try new ways of manipulating fabric. I have a heat gun and have done some fun stuff with manmade fabrics...
Forum: Main
02-19-2011, 06:29 AM
Replies: 136
Views: 13,313
Posted By pollio

Batiks are my favorites. When I need a special...

Batiks are my favorites. When I need a special piece of fabric for a project for example , sky fabric with clouds, I get out my paints and create it. When I need grass with flowers, I create it. Its...
Forum: Pictures
02-16-2011, 09:02 AM
Replies: 71
Views: 10,861
Posted By pollio

Wow, what a great sewing /craft room. It brings...

Wow, what a great sewing /craft room. It brings tears to my eyes. When I moved to Fl. 3 yrs ago, I had to give up my great sewing rooms, yes , I had two bedrooms, shelves floor to ceiling and wall to...
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