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Forum: General Chit-Chat (non-quilting talk)
08-20-2022, 07:19 AM
Replies: 5
Views: 1,840
Posted By gramma nancy

WOW. I am blow away! Thank you. Thank you!

WOW. I am blow away! Thank you. Thank you!
Forum: General Chit-Chat (non-quilting talk)
08-19-2022, 02:09 PM
Replies: 41
Views: 7,773
Posted By gramma nancy

I wear a Spanx top -- the shape of a tank top. ...

I wear a Spanx top -- the shape of a tank top. It comes down to below the waist. I like it because it smooths out the muffin top and sort of fattens the belly. It also sort of flattens the "girls"...
Forum: General Chit-Chat (non-quilting talk)
08-19-2022, 02:01 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 1,840
Posted By gramma nancy

Looking for this upholstery fabric

I am hoping someone here can help me. I need to identify this upholstery fabric. Last year, I purchased a quarter yard while on vacation, but I don't remember where (Grrr!) It's steel grey with some...
Forum: General Chit-Chat (non-quilting talk)
04-20-2022, 04:28 PM
Replies: 11
Views: 1,780
Posted By gramma nancy

Long-distance mover

Can anyone recommend a reliable, trustworthy long-distance mover? Thank you!
Forum: General Chit-Chat (non-quilting talk)
01-04-2022, 04:26 PM
Replies: 22
Views: 2,661
Posted By gramma nancy

No, not an adjustable bed, just one with a...

No, not an adjustable bed, just one with a platform with a mattress and no box springs. Seem to be tons of them when I look at bedroom furniture.
Forum: General Chit-Chat (non-quilting talk)
01-04-2022, 03:18 PM
Replies: 22
Views: 2,661
Posted By gramma nancy

Platform bed or traditional bed?

I am contemplating a new bed and trying to decide between a traditional bed with mattress and box spring or a platform bed. I have never had a platform. I would be grateful to anyone with...
Forum: General Chit-Chat (non-quilting talk)
09-18-2021, 04:03 PM
Replies: 1
Views: 478
Posted By gramma nancy

HELP! Need Harry Potter sorting hat pattern

Need help! My almost-nine-year-old granddaughter wants a Harry Potter themed party for her bd next month. She needs a sorting hat. I have seen a pic of one at Target, but I would love to make her...
Forum: General Chit-Chat (non-quilting talk)
09-11-2021, 03:43 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 623
Posted By gramma nancy

Ideas please for concussion patient

My 67-year-old brother sustained a severe concussion in a bicycle accident last month. He is in PT for his physical injuries, but for the concussion, is supposed to "rest" his brain periodically. I...
Forum: General Chit-Chat (non-quilting talk)
04-21-2021, 04:09 PM
Replies: 25
Views: 1,620
Posted By gramma nancy

Dishwasher recommendations?

We may need a new dishwasher. Any recommendations of what brand to buy or what to avoid? Thank you for your thoughts.
Forum: General Chit-Chat (non-quilting talk)
02-13-2021, 06:35 PM
Replies: 18
Views: 2,623
Posted By gramma nancy

I am good at amassing beautiful fabrics and, on...

I am good at amassing beautiful fabrics and, on occasion, making lovely quilts from them. When I'm not quilting, I'm good at writing for publication and meeting my deadlines.
Forum: General Chit-Chat (non-quilting talk)
02-13-2021, 06:30 PM
Replies: 12
Views: 1,426
Posted By gramma nancy

I get both Libby (unlimited titles per month) and...

I get both Libby (unlimited titles per month) and Hoopla (eight titles per month) from our county library. If your library has limited audio available, can you check with your state library,...
Forum: Main
01-28-2021, 03:42 PM
Replies: 29
Views: 3,249
Posted By gramma nancy

If you are more than 50 percent done, don't worry...

If you are more than 50 percent done, don't worry about making it a UFO.. Think how quickly it will be completed when you get back to it.

That's what tends to happen to me. I pick up a UFO and...
Forum: Mission: Organization
01-27-2021, 12:03 PM
Replies: 55
Views: 26,979
Posted By gramma nancy

Lately, I have been repurposing some of my...

Lately, I have been repurposing some of my orphans into placemats. Our LQS collects them and donates to Meals on Wheels. I like to think of MOW recipients getting a cheerful placemat with their...
Forum: General Chit-Chat (non-quilting talk)
01-23-2021, 08:02 AM
Replies: 222
Views: 30,677
Posted By gramma nancy

My mother taught me in the 50s and I produced a...

My mother taught me in the 50s and I produced a number of pillow cases and dresser scarves But after seeing the magnificence of the embroidery on the coat and dress Dr. Jill wore on Inaugural night,...
Forum: Main
01-23-2021, 07:55 AM
Replies: 15
Views: 2,625
Posted By gramma nancy

If I understand your request, you are looking for...

If I understand your request, you are looking for a device with a retractable cord. That sound like a retractable badge reel. People wear them to hold their work ID. You may have to use something...
Forum: Main
01-23-2021, 07:47 AM
Replies: 14
Views: 2,134
Posted By gramma nancy

I completely agree. I purchased a pack of...

I completely agree. I purchased a pack of endurance blades and they started skipping just as quickly as the regular Olfas. Not worth the extra $$.
Forum: General Chit-Chat (non-quilting talk)
01-15-2021, 06:12 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 1,324
Posted By gramma nancy

Ouch! Do the tan ones really bring that kind of...

Ouch! Do the tan ones really bring that kind of $$? I paid around $400 for my black one, but that was 25 or so years ago.
Forum: General Chit-Chat (non-quilting talk)
01-15-2021, 06:09 PM
Replies: 15
Views: 2,491
Posted By gramma nancy

I could sew all day, but at 71, I am really...

I could sew all day, but at 71, I am really focused on my health. I divide my time among cooking chores, tending to my Apple watch's activity demands (try for four or more miles a day,) freelance...
Forum: Main
01-15-2021, 05:59 PM
Replies: 66
Views: 11,860
Posted By gramma nancy

Your post is making me think about the psychology...

Your post is making me think about the psychology of it all. I never gave it any thought. I just know I get a big kick out of sewing tiny pieces of fabric together. I have given up knitting and...
Forum: Main
01-15-2021, 05:42 PM
Replies: 53
Views: 6,074
Posted By gramma nancy

Well, I have more UFOs than know what to do with,...

Well, I have more UFOs than know what to do with, but I can't blame sandwiching, basting or quilting because I take my completed tops (with pieced backs) to a long armer.

My excuse is a short...
Forum: Main
01-15-2021, 05:31 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 889
Posted By gramma nancy

Batting made from plastic bottles?

The woman who does my long arm work and from whom I buy my batting said she now carries batting made from plastic bottles. Does anyone have any experience or know anything about this?
Forum: Mission: Organization
12-25-2020, 11:58 AM
Replies: 7
Views: 5,527
Posted By gramma nancy

Hmmmmm. There ought to be alternatives for less...

Hmmmmm. There ought to be alternatives for less than $7000!!!!!
Forum: Main
12-25-2020, 11:13 AM
Replies: 24
Views: 3,480
Posted By gramma nancy

I used to love Australian Patchwork and Quilting,...

I used to love Australian Patchwork and Quilting, I think it was called. Didn't subscribe, but bought it when I saw it (only carried in a few of the shops I visited.) Terrific, thick mag. I don't...
Forum: Main
12-18-2020, 11:37 AM
Replies: 40
Views: 5,517
Posted By gramma nancy

My goals are the same as for 2020 (and every...

My goals are the same as for 2020 (and every year, it seems.) Complete more UFOs and try not to start too many more quilts.
Forum: General Chit-Chat (non-quilting talk)
12-06-2020, 04:49 PM
Replies: 35
Views: 4,436
Posted By gramma nancy

There doesn't seem to be a problem with tires...

There doesn't seem to be a problem with tires here -- DH needed some for his sports car and they put them on right away. There is a big problem with white goods (appliances, etc.) We ordered a new...
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