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07-23-2014, 02:43 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 759
Posted By pamabla

Have about 1/4 yd of alphabet fabric. Don't know...

Have about 1/4 yd of alphabet fabric. Don't know if this would work for you . I took a picture of it , but can't see how to add it.
Forum: Main
04-29-2013, 04:27 AM
Replies: 9
Views: 1,440
Posted By pamabla

I found my pattern, thankfully. It is called...

I found my pattern, thankfully. It is called Designing Victorian Dresses, by Jean Teal. She also had another pattern, called Designing Gibson Girl dresses, which includes more dresses and hats. I...
Forum: Main
04-28-2013, 11:57 AM
Replies: 9
Views: 1,440
Posted By pamabla

I think I either had, or still have, that...

I think I either had, or still have, that pattern. It was ladies Victorian dresses, which I had always hoped to do, but the pattern got pushed aside for other things. Now, I can't seem to find the...
Forum: Main
04-14-2013, 11:24 AM
Replies: 16
Views: 1,483
Posted By pamabla

I have used Carbonate on an embroidered piece...

I have used Carbonate on an embroidered piece where the red bled onto the cross-stitch Aida cloth and it removed the red almost instantly. Bought this at Wal-Mart in the laundry aisle.
Pat
Forum: Main
08-02-2012, 05:43 AM
Replies: 31
Views: 17,155
Posted By pamabla

I have been using 1/4" quarter round moulding for...

I have been using 1/4" quarter round moulding for this purpose for years and it works great. Looks the same as the Strip Stick, but without a cover. You can get this at Home Depot, etc. and can...
Forum: Main
03-17-2012, 06:15 AM
Replies: 145
Views: 21,603
Posted By pamabla

I have both sizes also and find them very useful,...

I have both sizes also and find them very useful, especially when cutting quarter square triangles. Use the Jo Ann coupons when you can get them 40-50% off.
Forum: Main
02-15-2012, 07:04 AM
Replies: 35
Views: 30,393
Posted By pamabla

I had this same problem recently with a long ago...

I had this same problem recently with a long ago Christmas cross-stitch project, which I love. There was a lot of burgundy floss used and when I tried to gently wash this, all the burgundy bled! I...
Forum: Main
02-10-2012, 06:40 AM
Replies: 17
Views: 2,132
Posted By pamabla

I bought their 12" ruler several years ago and do...

I bought their 12" ruler several years ago and do not use anything else now. I love the yellow "quideline" on it, which can be adjusted to whatever size strip or block you need. Sure is easier than...
Forum: Main
02-06-2012, 05:21 AM
Replies: 11
Views: 1,378
Posted By pamabla

Fons and Porter's book , "Quilts from the Heart",...

Fons and Porter's book , "Quilts from the Heart", has a friendship quilt made with 3 1/2" blocks and the patterns for over 40 of these are included in the book. One of my bees exchanged blocks from...
Forum: Main
02-05-2012, 06:25 AM
Replies: 53
Views: 9,149
Posted By pamabla

I've used gingham for cross-stitch, chicken...

I've used gingham for cross-stitch, chicken scratch, and also made many smocked pillows with gingham in the 1960's.
Pat
Forum: Main
02-05-2012, 05:06 AM
Replies: 53
Views: 9,149
Posted By pamabla

I have used gingham for cross stitch, chicken...

I have used gingham for cross stitch, chicken scratch and in the 1960s made beautiful smocked pillows with gingham.
Forum: Main
10-15-2011, 05:26 AM
Replies: 15
Views: 1,240
Posted By pamabla

If you are fllying within the US, you can bring...

If you are fllying within the US, you can bring sharp scissors, as long as the blade is 3" or less. I've been bringing mine on flights for the past 2-3 years with no problem. If in doubt, check the...
Forum: Main
10-14-2011, 07:19 AM
Replies: 120
Views: 9,077
Posted By pamabla

I use my Guidelines 6 x 12 ruler the most, since...

I use my Guidelines 6 x 12 ruler the most, since it is the most versatile, and my 6" square ruler.
Forum: Main
09-19-2011, 05:54 AM
Replies: 77
Views: 7,709
Posted By pamabla

I think black sashing would be the best choice,...

I think black sashing would be the best choice, since the bodies and outlines are done in black. This would make the blocks "pop". Good luck
Forum: Main
08-24-2011, 06:32 AM
Replies: 88
Views: 31,329
Posted By pamabla

It came through "clickable"--hooray!

It came through "clickable"--hooray!
Forum: Main
08-24-2011, 06:31 AM
Replies: 88
Views: 31,329
Posted By pamabla

There is a webshot website for fidget quilts:...

There is a webshot website for fidget quilts: http://home-and-garden.webshots.com/album559829158icRmXT
Sorry, I don't know how to post a clickable link, but if you cut and paste this into your...
Forum: Main
08-21-2011, 06:24 AM
Replies: 128
Views: 34,975
Posted By pamabla

That gal in Texas is Sue Garman from Houston, who...

That gal in Texas is Sue Garman from Houston, who is a wonderful quilt designer and a whiz at everything she does. She has a blog as well as a Yahoo Group for her Friends of Baltimore quilt.
Forum: Main
08-21-2011, 06:20 AM
Replies: 128
Views: 34,975
Posted By pamabla

Count only the top stitches.

Count only the top stitches.
Forum: Main
08-21-2011, 06:11 AM
Replies: 128
Views: 34,975
Posted By pamabla

I get between 9-12 stitches per inch, and I found...

I get between 9-12 stitches per inch, and I found that the key to achieving this is to keep your fabric loose in the hoop. If the fabric is tight as a drum, you will never achieve small stitches; it...
Forum: Main
08-12-2011, 04:33 AM
Replies: 70
Views: 7,498
Posted By pamabla

I have many different seam rippers, but my very...

I have many different seam rippers, but my very favorite is the surgical seam ripper from Clotilde ($3.98). It is stainless steel, about 4" long and is razor sharp. Was made to rip out serger...
Forum: Main
08-09-2011, 05:03 AM
Replies: 88
Views: 10,788
Posted By pamabla

I agree with the whole cloth idea also. I...

I agree with the whole cloth idea also. I suggest that you take "before" and "after" pictures of the items to document the work of your mother, your aunt, and yourself. I treasure all of the old...
Forum: Main
07-16-2011, 04:31 AM
Replies: 112
Views: 13,057
Posted By pamabla

I had to get used to wearing a thimble too, but...

I had to get used to wearing a thimble too, but can't sew without one now. I have a good assortment of thimbles, but my favorite is the cheapest one--a pink plastic one with a cut-out space for the...
Forum: Main
07-13-2011, 01:43 PM
Replies: 21
Views: 2,482
Posted By pamabla

Barbara Brackman has been offering free Civil War...

Barbara Brackman has been offering free Civil War blocks (along with the history) every Saturday on her Civil War Blog.
This will continue for a full year. This Saturday will be block #28.
Google...
Forum: Main
07-03-2011, 07:33 AM
Replies: 184
Views: 21,001
Posted By pamabla

In the 1980s, both my Quilt Guild and my Wearable...

In the 1980s, both my Quilt Guild and my Wearable Arts group made quilts as a Community Service project for two different nursing homes. These are very simple to make since there is no need to match...
Forum: Main
06-25-2011, 03:37 AM
Replies: 55
Views: 7,086
Posted By pamabla

For marking on light fabrics, I use the Ultimate...

For marking on light fabrics, I use the Ultimate marking pencil, which also has refills available, in the usual pencil lead, or colors. For dark fabrics, I love the Fons and Porter white marking...
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