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    Forum: Main
    06-24-2011, 10:53 AM
    Replies: 51
    Views: 10,301
    Posted By akeskey

    The correct product name is Insul-brite made by...

    The correct product name is Insul-brite made by the Warm & Natural Company. This is a heat resistant product used in pot holders or oven mitts but can also be used to reflect cold. For hot dishes, it...
    Forum: Main
    06-24-2011, 10:40 AM
    Replies: 83
    Views: 13,024
    Posted By akeskey

    I have four floor-standing ones. They all were...

    I have four floor-standing ones. They all were received as gifts and I love each and every one.
    Forum: Main
    06-20-2011, 10:44 AM
    Replies: 84
    Views: 9,286
    Posted By akeskey

    I don't know if you are talking about a specific...

    I don't know if you are talking about a specific pattern, but if a pattern says to cut a square (in this instance) 4 7/8" then cut in half, they mean to cut on the diagonal so that you will end up...
    Forum: Main
    06-20-2011, 10:05 AM
    Replies: 84
    Views: 9,286
    Posted By akeskey

    Patterns usually suggest reading the whole thing...

    Patterns usually suggest reading the whole thing first, which I do. However, when it seems to be muddled in my brain, my advice always is to go ahead and do it, following the instructions one at a...
    Forum: Main
    06-20-2011, 09:59 AM
    Replies: 138
    Views: 14,833
    Posted By akeskey

    Oh, no, don't quit. In quilting there are always...

    Oh, no, don't quit. In quilting there are always the three things you mentioned: cutting, sewing, pressing. To get it "right" (so that the finished block is the correct size) these all need to be...
    Forum: Main
    06-14-2011, 09:13 AM
    Replies: 104
    Views: 12,195
    Posted By akeskey

    You can save your designs in a computer file. It...

    You can save your designs in a computer file. It was near impossible to find a memory card of this size, but I finally found one on-line then my sister had an older camera that used that size, so she...
    Forum: Main
    06-14-2011, 08:54 AM
    Replies: 104
    Views: 12,195
    Posted By akeskey

    You need to decide how much embroidery you want...

    You need to decide how much embroidery you want to do to see if the price matches how much it will be used. I wanted to stay a quilter, but to play with the embroidery. I bought a used Janome 300...
    Forum: Main
    06-13-2011, 08:24 AM
    Replies: 172
    Views: 20,598
    Posted By akeskey

    For me, this is a necessity for paper piecing. It...

    For me, this is a necessity for paper piecing. It has a lip that allows you to precisely cut the quarter inch seam. I have both the 6" and the 12" and find I never use the bigger one.
    Forum: Main
    06-08-2011, 06:22 PM
    Replies: 36
    Views: 6,316
    Posted By akeskey

    Attic Window would be great. Just be careful of...

    Attic Window would be great. Just be careful of the size of the "windows" because if it's too large the subjects can become distorted. Try a bigger size, then cut down if needed. Works great.
    Forum: Main
    05-26-2011, 10:43 PM
    Replies: 182
    Views: 19,544
    Posted By akeskey

    Log Cabin seems easy because it'a all straight...

    Log Cabin seems easy because it'a all straight sewing; however, the thing to remember in all quilting is accuracy - both in cutting and sewing consistent quarter-inch seams. Try to let the fabric...
    Forum: Main
    05-17-2011, 07:56 AM
    Replies: 95
    Views: 8,359
    Posted By akeskey

    A Big Block quilt works well with a nice focus...

    A Big Block quilt works well with a nice focus fabric - fast, easy and looks very nice.
    Forum: Main
    05-17-2011, 07:50 AM
    Replies: 128
    Views: 11,821
    Posted By akeskey

    I love my two ruler racks - of course, I am known...

    I love my two ruler racks - of course, I am known around here as the Ruler Queen, so I really need that.
    Forum: Main
    05-13-2011, 05:55 PM
    Replies: 48
    Views: 11,051
    Posted By akeskey

    The pre-cut pieces are a real time saver. You can...

    The pre-cut pieces are a real time saver. You can put just enough fusible on the back to hold it in place while you stitch. Any fusible has to be stitched down because it eventually will come unstuck.
    Forum: Main
    05-09-2011, 10:15 AM
    Replies: 46
    Views: 7,220
    Posted By akeskey

    A rag quilt is wonderful .... especially if you...

    A rag quilt is wonderful .... especially if you use flannel for the front and back and also for the "batting". These truly are my family's favorite "cuddling" quilts.
    Forum: Main
    05-07-2011, 10:26 AM
    Replies: 70
    Views: 9,191
    Posted By akeskey

    I have one too and love it. I found it was wobbly...

    I have one too and love it. I found it was wobbly recently and my son discovered that the screws were loose. Use the tool that comes with the assembly instructions to tighten it and it will be much...
    Forum: Main
    05-02-2011, 10:51 AM
    Replies: 67
    Views: 11,266
    Posted By akeskey

    I think you might also be talking about Stack The...

    I think you might also be talking about Stack The Deck by Karla Alexander.
    Forum: Main
    04-29-2011, 11:32 AM
    Replies: 46
    Views: 69,315
    Posted By akeskey

    Wendy Mathson's Storm at Sea TrimPlates (and...

    Wendy Mathson's Storm at Sea TrimPlates (and book) make this construction much easier. Definitely use the work sheet to color the pieces so you'll know the exact placement.
    Forum: Main
    04-29-2011, 10:48 AM
    Replies: 46
    Views: 69,315
    Posted By akeskey

    Wendy Mathson's Storm at Sea TrimPlates(and book)...

    Wendy Mathson's Storm at Sea TrimPlates(and book) make this an easy construction job. Definitely print out the worksheets and color it to get the color placement just where you want. Good luck!
    Forum: Main
    04-29-2011, 10:47 AM
    Replies: 46
    Views: 69,315
    Posted By akeskey

    Wendy Mathson's Storm at Sea TrimPlates(and book)...

    Wendy Mathson's Storm at Sea TrimPlates(and book) make this an easy construction job. Definitely print out the worksheets and color it to get the color placement just where you want. Good luck!
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