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    Search: Posts Made By: Charleen DiSante
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    Forum: Main
    02-06-2020, 09:43 AM
    Replies: 10
    Views: 8,382
    Posted By Charleen DiSante

    haha, I've done the same things and do really...

    haha, I've done the same things and do really feel dumb for a second about forgetting I can go 'old school' and turn the handwheel.
    Forum: Main
    08-26-2019, 07:52 AM
    Replies: 44
    Views: 23,656
    Posted By Charleen DiSante

    Always good to have an 'inside' view. Thanks for...

    Always good to have an 'inside' view. Thanks for sharing. What about current models? Is it time to switch to another brand?
    Forum: Main
    08-26-2019, 07:48 AM
    Replies: 44
    Views: 23,656
    Posted By Charleen DiSante

    Vikings

    Faintly Artistic (cool moniker) I am so glad someone finally mentioned a Daisy. It seemed like on one else had one. We bought it shortly after returning from overseas in 1998. I also have a...
    Forum: Recipes
    08-22-2019, 05:21 AM
    Replies: 18
    Views: 2,124
    Posted By Charleen DiSante

    Almonds are one of my favorites too! We moved to...

    Almonds are one of my favorites too! We moved to North Carolina and I have a pecan tree in my yard. It is fun to gather them and use in so many ways. My grandmother had black walnuts in her yard...
    Forum: Tutorials
    08-01-2019, 06:08 AM
    Replies: 62
    Views: 192,286
    Posted By Charleen DiSante

    it is funny that this post should be coming up...

    it is funny that this post should be coming up today. I have wondered about using selvedges for quilting but always thought they'd be too heavy. I was wondering if, since you might be fusing the...
    Forum: Pictures
    08-01-2019, 05:38 AM
    Replies: 12
    Views: 3,599
    Posted By Charleen DiSante

    Your pouches are cute! Love pouches and scrap...

    Your pouches are cute! Love pouches and scrap sewing! Nicely done and thanks for posting.
    Forum: Main
    08-01-2019, 05:23 AM
    Replies: 19
    Views: 3,157
    Posted By Charleen DiSante

    I love the ideas you folks have expressed. I...

    I love the ideas you folks have expressed. I have 6.5 inch squares and hadn't thought of adding the fabrics to do square in a square. I have a pillow a friend embroidered with their dates, etc. that...
    Forum: Main
    07-25-2019, 04:17 AM
    Replies: 51
    Views: 6,968
    Posted By Charleen DiSante

    I use pill bottles for holding old needles and...

    I use pill bottles for holding old needles and blades. (didn't see that anyone mentioned this yet)
    Forum: Pictures
    07-18-2019, 05:26 AM
    Replies: 29
    Views: 3,720
    Posted By Charleen DiSante

    Thanks for posting your tote bag! I especially...

    Thanks for posting your tote bag! I especially like sewing the short strips on muslin pieces. Did you also use a stiffer interfacing for the lining or was the stiffness of the selvages enough?
    Forum: Main
    07-01-2019, 03:24 AM
    Replies: 7
    Views: 4,530
    Posted By Charleen DiSante

    I put 'make your own' or diy iron caddy and this...

    I put 'make your own' or diy iron caddy and this is one I found for free
    https://quiltingcubby.com/sew-your-own-heat-proof-iron-caddy/

    It is just like the one I paid for at my LQS but it was...
    Forum: Main
    07-01-2019, 03:17 AM
    Replies: 12
    Views: 8,392
    Posted By Charleen DiSante

    Will have to check it out here in NC.

    Will have to check it out here in NC.
    Forum: Main
    06-10-2019, 04:47 AM
    Replies: 21
    Views: 3,180
    Posted By Charleen DiSante

    thanks for asking this question. It got me...

    thanks for asking this question. It got me introduced to some of the best ideas.
    Forum: Main
    05-23-2019, 07:53 AM
    Replies: 41
    Views: 7,145
    Posted By Charleen DiSante

    Hi Liking quilting, I used to help write...

    Hi Liking quilting, I used to help write homeowner's insurance and in that "other life" learned that without a rider specifically insuring certain items, you will not get the full value to replace...
    Forum: For Vintage & Antique Machine Enthusiasts
    05-23-2019, 07:38 AM
    Replies: 6
    Views: 3,274
    Posted By Charleen DiSante

    It is so helpful that you posted this information...

    It is so helpful that you posted this information and process for re-finishing the table. I have a FW table like that one and it was in a shed for 6 or 7 months and came out with the finish flaking....
    Forum: Main
    04-11-2019, 04:02 AM
    Replies: 19
    Views: 4,670
    Posted By Charleen DiSante

    Interesting comments. I was considering the...

    Interesting comments. I was considering the stated value of the box vs the usefulness of each item. I guess you can't satisfy everyone but it would be a neat birthday/mother's day gift. (i.e. I...
    Forum: Main
    04-01-2019, 05:08 AM
    Replies: 20
    Views: 4,334
    Posted By Charleen DiSante

    I believe broadcloth originally was all cotton...

    I believe broadcloth originally was all cotton but have not seen any at Joanns but have seen it other places. Sorry, memory doesn't always serve well so googling might get your more.
    Forum: Main
    03-28-2019, 04:46 AM
    Replies: 13
    Views: 2,097
    Posted By Charleen DiSante

    Sew the 2 inch pieces together with a background...

    Sew the 2 inch pieces together with a background piece and make 4 patches, etc
    Forum: Main
    03-28-2019, 04:45 AM
    Replies: 20
    Views: 4,334
    Posted By Charleen DiSante

    I know this may seem heretic to some folks but...

    I know this may seem heretic to some folks but here goes. (LOL) Try using Broadcloth. It is thinner than some quilt fabrics but may work in these small squares and it is more closely woven. Don't...
    Forum: Main
    01-31-2019, 06:01 AM
    Replies: 10
    Views: 1,983
    Posted By Charleen DiSante

    Iceblossom, that is perfect!

    Iceblossom, that is perfect!
    Forum: Main
    01-10-2019, 05:39 AM
    Replies: 24
    Views: 2,403
    Posted By Charleen DiSante

    Having lived in Africa your title got my...

    Having lived in Africa your title got my attention! Could you elaborate on the pattern? Is it applique? panels? did you purchase it in Africa? make it there? It is a beautiful quilt. Tia.
    Forum: Main
    01-07-2019, 06:50 AM
    Replies: 30
    Views: 5,842
    Posted By Charleen DiSante

    Personally if one word is all caps I don't think...

    Personally if one word is all caps I don't think of it as shouting but just emphasizing that word, but if all are, then it kind of assails my eyes. LOL (Now, that's all caps) Now back to the...
    Forum: Main
    12-23-2018, 06:32 PM
    Replies: 21
    Views: 3,471
    Posted By Charleen DiSante

    Thank you for this info, especially with reminder...

    Thank you for this info, especially with reminder about Wright of fabric.
    Forum: Main
    12-17-2018, 05:58 AM
    Replies: 21
    Views: 3,471
    Posted By Charleen DiSante

    I have been researching weighted blankets for a...

    I have been researching weighted blankets for a couple of friends and am searching for the proper weight that should be used according to the individuals weight. Has anyone seen a table or formula...
    Forum: Main
    12-06-2018, 05:39 AM
    Replies: 23
    Views: 3,159
    Posted By Charleen DiSante

    Well done! I sometimes think panels look like,...

    Well done! I sometimes think panels look like, well panels but you have made this one look like it is all pieced with the great quilting.
    Forum: Main
    11-02-2018, 04:29 AM
    Replies: 21
    Views: 2,815
    Posted By Charleen DiSante

    Just wanted to say thanks to you all for the...

    Just wanted to say thanks to you all for the encouragement and helpful comments. I don't post often now because of poorer internet connection but thanks to you all. Charlie
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