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10-22-2019, 03:58 AM
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Solid fabric recommendation
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Solid fabric recommendation
I am looking for recommendations on solid fabrics. I have been using Kona cotton. However it seems to ravel . Anyone have any other recommendations? With lots of color choices?
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09-17-2018, 04:50 PM
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Not all 108" backing fabric is 108"!
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Not all 108" backing fabric is 108"!
I recently ordered a Wilmington Print Essentials 108" wide backing for a quilt. This was a replacement for some backing I had already bought that was not big enough.
When I received the fabric I...
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11-20-2017, 06:06 AM
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question on t-shirt quilt design
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Decide on a 'size grid' . For example all Blocks...
Decide on a 'size grid' . For example all Blocks will be a multiple of 4 inches finished- 4 x 4, 4 x 8, 8 x 8, etc. Then cut all your T-shirts using that 'size grid'. Now you have to play. Count...
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11-22-2016, 10:13 AM
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FMQ - Queen size quilt?
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FMQ - queen Size quilt on domestic
I have done it but I don't find it fun. I use the 'squish' method. You need space to the left and back of the machine to support the quilt. I am lucky to have my sewing machine recessed into a...
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12-11-2015, 05:57 PM
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Completed Gift quilts
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Completed Gift quilts
I haven't posted in a while, but I wanted to post pictures of the 2 quilts I am giving as gifts this Christmas. With these 2 quilts, all of my adult nieces and nephews will have quilts from me. I...
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10-18-2015, 04:39 PM
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T-Shirt Quilts...should I or not?
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I have made about 5 quilts using the Too Cool...
I have made about 5 quilts using the Too Cool T-Shirt Quilt method, also. I also did not use interfacing. I really don't understand the issue that people have with making them. I bought the...
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07-11-2015, 04:28 PM
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Generic Rotary Cutter Blades? - be sure to read post#6
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I buy my rotary cutter blades from SouthStar...
I buy my rotary cutter blades from SouthStar Supply. They are generic and they cost $19.95 for 10 45mm blades. I have never had a problem with them. And at $0.50 per blade I never feel bad about...
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07-08-2015, 04:33 PM
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Orlando, FL area quilt shops?
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The Bernina Sewing Center in Lake Mary, Wandering...
The Bernina Sewing Center in Lake Mary, Wandering Stitches in Orlando (near the airport), and as already mentioned the Sewing Studio in Maitland. These are all great shops.
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06-15-2015, 03:11 PM
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HST Quilt
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It appears that your link is wrong. It should be...
It appears that your link is wrong. It should be http://www.jellyrollfabric.net
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06-09-2015, 09:02 AM
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Avery fabric sheets 3384
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According to Avery website, this fabric has a...
According to Avery website, this fabric has a heat seal backing that bonds to fabric, cardboard, wood, and other porous surfaces. It is designed to run through printer. Sounds like it would be...
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06-08-2015, 03:33 PM
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If you did not like it then - do you like it now?
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Well here is a link with the story of what I did....
Well here is a link with the story of what I did. Quilt made from my dad's flannel shirts. Started - Stopped - frog stitched -re-did it. Love redone version!
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05-29-2015, 04:25 PM
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Accuquilt vs. Sizzix Which one would you buy and why?
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The Brother ScanNCut will only cut 1 layer of...
The Brother ScanNCut will only cut 1 layer of fabric. That might be great for applique designs but not so great for cutting lots of pieces.
With the Sizzix Big Shot Pro, I can cut up to 8 layers...
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05-28-2015, 03:30 PM
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Accuquilt vs. Sizzix Which one would you buy and why?
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I got the Sizzix Big Shot Pro. It can accept the...
I got the Sizzix Big Shot Pro. It can accept the Accuquilt Go Dies (but not the new Accuquilt Go Big). It can also accept Accuquilt Studio Dies that are 12 inches wide or less. It costs between $319...
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05-20-2015, 03:30 PM
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Work in Progress Storage
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me too - The large Quilt in a Day project bags...
me too - The large Quilt in a Day project bags are what I like. I bought my first set when they were 2.50 each and my last set when they were $3 each. I like because they have handles - for when I...
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05-08-2015, 03:56 PM
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How long has your computerized machine lasted?
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Pfaff 7570 - 15 years. The machine is going...
Pfaff 7570 - 15 years. The machine is going strong but the software is no longer supported.
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04-27-2015, 09:51 AM
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Struggling With T-Shirt Quilt Layout
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Sounds like you have already cut every thing. I...
Sounds like you have already cut every thing. I use the Too Cool T-shirt method. Every piece cut is a multiple of 4 inches (plus seam allowances) with the largest size being 16 x 16. This way you...
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04-27-2015, 06:19 AM
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help, I need help finding the right printer?
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Here are a couple of articles. ...
Here are a couple of articles.
http://www.gloriahansen.com/articles.php?p=1&ID=3
http://www.gloriahansen.com/weblog/?p=6060
Take note that in the second article when she recommends Jacquard...
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04-24-2015, 10:28 AM
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Juki Tl98q users...
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I use a combination of the compensating foot and...
I use a combination of the compensating foot and a screw on seam guide plate positioned with Bonnie Hunters Seam finder. I found that if I just used the compensating foot I had a tendency to let the...
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04-24-2015, 10:25 AM
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Homemade ruler foot
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How do you hold the ruler in place on the quilt...
How do you hold the ruler in place on the quilt AND move the quilt under the foot at the same time?
I am thinking this would be VERY difficult on a DSM - especially if you are quilting a bed size...
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04-13-2015, 06:59 AM
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What now? Have any of you done one of these?
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I have never followed the idea of sewing strips...
I have never followed the idea of sewing strips in opposite directions and have not had any curve problem. However, I have seen multiple times where just sewing to another strip and then cutting it...
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04-09-2015, 09:46 AM
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how to quilt a t-shirt quilt
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If you choose to quilt through some of the...
If you choose to quilt through some of the rubbery decal areas - go slowly - the decal has a tendency to grab the needle and thread.
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04-09-2015, 07:39 AM
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Old embroidered dresser scarf
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lakekids
You might want to check out Cindy Needham. She...
You might want to check out Cindy Needham. She uses vintage linens to create whole cloth quilts.
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04-06-2015, 05:18 AM
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is it worth keeping long thin strips of fabric?
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If the strips are at least 3/4 inch wide, save...
If the strips are at least 3/4 inch wide, save them for string piecing.
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04-03-2015, 09:01 AM
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What would your ultimate He-Man super masculine quilt consist of?
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I would think those would only apply if your...
I would think those would only apply if your He-Man super masculine guy is into hunting and fishing - but not all of them are.
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03-30-2015, 05:16 PM
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How much would you pay for old quilting magazines?
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I confess I would not buy them at all unless I...
I confess I would not buy them at all unless I happened to see a pattern in one that I liked. I just threw away a bunch of mine.
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