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Forum: Main
08-24-2011, 05:51 AM
Replies: 80
Views: 25,206
Posted By bmarchwick

I used a pattern called Big Star by Country...

I used a pattern called Big Star by Country Threads for my son when he went to college. I used homespun plaids and it looked pretty masculine. It goes together quickly, too.
Forum: Main
08-24-2011, 05:40 AM
Replies: 8
Views: 755
Posted By bmarchwick

If the borders are pieced and you decide to wash...

If the borders are pieced and you decide to wash the top, make sure you stitch all the way around the outside so all those little seam ends don't start to come apart. You wouldn't have to throw it in...
Forum: Main
07-23-2011, 07:58 PM
Replies: 185
Views: 17,283
Posted By bmarchwick

Reminds me of the quilt I made for one of my...

Reminds me of the quilt I made for one of my brothers. I used the Alexander Henry pin up girls type fabric. I used the one with the girls on motorcycles with mini skirts, short shorts, stilleto...
Forum: Main
07-23-2011, 07:48 PM
Replies: 54
Views: 5,192
Posted By bmarchwick

You can piece them straight if you want. If you...

You can piece them straight if you want. If you do some both ways, you will see the difference it makes. There is less bulk in the diagonally sewn binding.
Forum: Main
07-23-2011, 07:45 PM
Replies: 69
Views: 6,595
Posted By bmarchwick

I quilt and sew, so I have quite a few projects...

I quilt and sew, so I have quite a few projects going at one time.
I like to piece when I go to a quilt retreat. So I cut out 2 or 4 projects to take with me. I usually spend about half a day on...
Forum: Pictures
07-19-2011, 01:38 PM
Replies: 163
Views: 8,421
Posted By bmarchwick

I like the brighter flowered fabrick.

I like the brighter flowered fabrick.
Forum: Main
07-19-2011, 01:29 PM
Replies: 83
Views: 7,309
Posted By bmarchwick

I like buying kits. I like when they have a...

I like buying kits. I like when they have a finished example on display and knowing that I will like the results when the kit is finished. Sometimes you just don't have the time to pick out fabrics...
Forum: Pictures
07-19-2011, 01:15 PM
Replies: 287
Views: 15,668
Posted By bmarchwick

Beautiful.... I love they way you included the...

Beautiful.... I love they way you included the shadows... looks just like the picture!
Forum: Main
07-19-2011, 01:13 PM
Replies: 141
Views: 15,760
Posted By bmarchwick

I do bindings on quilts like this occasionally. I...

I do bindings on quilts like this occasionally. I use it all the time on tablerunners, table toppers and wall hangings. I use the method that one of the ladies described. Cut twice as wide as you...
Forum: Main
07-19-2011, 01:02 PM
Replies: 103
Views: 7,414
Posted By bmarchwick

I would definately use that stripe in the quilt,...

I would definately use that stripe in the quilt, it is terrific. I think I would try to use it as a narrow border of some kind or as the binding. I like the look of diagonal stipes in the binding.
Forum: Main
07-19-2011, 12:52 PM
Replies: 70
Views: 9,334
Posted By bmarchwick

Try contacting a quilt guild group in your area...

Try contacting a quilt guild group in your area and tell them you are looking for a long arm quilter that does custom work. You may have only come across long armers that do the edge to edge...
Forum: Main
07-19-2011, 12:40 PM
Replies: 82
Views: 11,418
Posted By bmarchwick

It might not be the colors you would chose, but...

It might not be the colors you would chose, but it might look great when it is done. One of the things I like about going to quilt retreats where there are 50 plus women, is to see the variety of...
Forum: Main
07-19-2011, 12:37 PM
Replies: 64
Views: 7,017
Posted By bmarchwick

I make alot of baby quilts for nieces and...

I make alot of baby quilts for nieces and nephews, throw sizes for donations and queen size for wedding gifts. I usually ask for bed size first for a wedding gift... I will make a king size if that...
Forum: Main
07-19-2011, 12:35 PM
Replies: 49
Views: 20,290
Posted By bmarchwick

I like the handi quilters and you can get one for...

I like the handi quilters and you can get one for alot less than 15,000, especially if you don't go for the computerized machines. There seem to be alot of good used machines available. It is always...
Forum: Main
07-16-2011, 09:05 AM
Replies: 92
Views: 9,196
Posted By bmarchwick

I hope your good friend is also a favorite of...

I hope your good friend is also a favorite of your husband's. I would get a nice bottle of wine and invite her over to help break the news to your hubby. They say... A good friend will bail you out...
Forum: Main
07-16-2011, 08:55 AM
Replies: 50
Views: 6,728
Posted By bmarchwick

It will be beautiful... I love the colors. I have...

It will be beautiful... I love the colors. I have made about 5 double wedding ring quilts, but could not get the hang of the piecing of the football shapes either. I used the Quilt Smart fusible...
Forum: Main
07-16-2011, 08:32 AM
Replies: 54
Views: 14,934
Posted By bmarchwick

I think I have one in my sewing room. I will try...

I think I have one in my sewing room. I will try to take a picture and post it. I like to have one made up and ready to donate.
Forum: Main
07-15-2011, 07:30 PM
Replies: 168
Views: 26,444
Posted By bmarchwick

I tried various brands of machines over the years...

I tried various brands of machines over the years I have been sewing and quilting. I think I have found the best machines for my needs. My main machine for quilting and sewing at home is a Bernina...
Forum: Main
07-15-2011, 07:20 PM
Replies: 54
Views: 14,934
Posted By bmarchwick

Another go to pattern that I like to use when I...

Another go to pattern that I like to use when I need something fast is a pattern called Charming Log Cabin by Threaded Pear that they advertise as a 4 hour quilt. It is basically one large log cabin...
Forum: Main
07-15-2011, 07:15 PM
Replies: 54
Views: 14,934
Posted By bmarchwick

When I need a quick quilt to donate for a charity...

When I need a quick quilt to donate for a charity auction or something that comes up unexpectedly, I make a pattern called Big Star by Country Threads. It is a throw size that can be pieced in about...
Forum: Main
07-15-2011, 07:05 PM
Replies: 154
Views: 11,785
Posted By bmarchwick

For quilts, I cut my strips 2 1/2 inches, sew...

For quilts, I cut my strips 2 1/2 inches, sew them together diagonally, press in half wrong sides together and sew to the top with a generous 1/4 inch seam allowance. If I am making a wall hanging or...
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