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Forum: Pictures
04-10-2024, 04:57 AM
Replies: 20
Views: 4,001
Posted By ruthquilter

If it’s still ugly it hasn’t been cut small...

If it’s still ugly it hasn’t been cut small enough, according to Bonnie Hunter!
Forum: Main
04-05-2024, 05:15 AM
Replies: 36
Views: 4,452
Posted By ruthquilter

I only fmq one quilt. It was queen sized, hard to...

I only fmq one quilt. It was queen sized, hard to maneuver. I has several bird nests on the back, but I left them. Ended up using a walking foot to do the border. I’m done with fmq, sticking to hand...
Forum: Main
03-31-2024, 05:24 AM
Replies: 4
Views: 639
Posted By ruthquilter

Packaged poly batting will have wrinkles as well....

Packaged poly batting will have wrinkles as well. Yes, it comes out.
Forum: Main
02-23-2024, 07:34 AM
Replies: 13
Views: 2,126
Posted By ruthquilter

I prefer Gutterman as well

I prefer Gutterman as well
Forum: Main
01-28-2024, 06:05 AM
Replies: 5
Views: 731
Posted By ruthquilter

I’ve used crayola ultra clean washable markers...

I’ve used crayola ultra clean washable markers without any problems. There are times it’s been months before the quilt is finished & washed. Follow the washing instructions on the box.
Forum: Main
01-14-2024, 06:28 AM
Replies: 20
Views: 2,243
Posted By ruthquilter

Yes! Not only for posterity, buy in case of loss...

Yes! Not only for posterity, buy in case of loss or being stolen, great identifier. Lostquilts.com has a lot of info about that. I usually include name of the quilt, machine/hand pieced, machine/hand...
Forum: Main
12-21-2023, 10:44 AM
Replies: 11
Views: 1,423
Posted By ruthquilter

I would use a mechanical pencil to mark the...

I would use a mechanical pencil to mark the quilt. No ink or dye that could stain it. Mark lightly & it will come out.
Forum: Main
07-07-2019, 06:22 AM
Replies: 19
Views: 7,310
Posted By ruthquilter

I have a serger as well. When I had the lessons...

I have a serger as well. When I had the lessons to use it, we were told never use serger thread in your sewing machine. Serger thread is too fine & produces too much lint!
Forum: Main
06-25-2015, 02:16 PM
Replies: 36
Views: 3,599
Posted By ruthquilter

Since I'm still working, I'm lucky if I can sew...

Since I'm still working, I'm lucky if I can sew on a work day! SO I don't set goals per se, just try to finish a quilt if it's for a specific person/occasion
Forum: Main
06-25-2015, 02:14 PM
Replies: 44
Views: 11,734
Posted By ruthquilter

love both of them

love both of them
Forum: Main
06-25-2015, 02:12 PM
Replies: 58
Views: 7,013
Posted By ruthquilter

labeling quilts

I always label my quilts, unless for charity. I have read that it will give the quilt its provenence after we are gone. I have some old quilts from relatives, but don't know who or when they were...
Forum: Main
12-11-2014, 01:43 PM
Replies: 20
Views: 3,852
Posted By ruthquilter

I had red & white embroidered squares that my...

I had red & white embroidered squares that my grandma & her sister had done. Made 2 quilts, 1 from each set. Both came out well & I was glad I did them. I would do the same with yours. Have fun...
Forum: Main
12-10-2014, 12:38 PM
Replies: 43
Views: 6,453
Posted By ruthquilter

has anyone ever used the glue basting for hand...

has anyone ever used the glue basting for hand quilting? I haven't because I don't know if it will make things difficult with sewing by hand!
Forum: Main
09-18-2014, 12:42 PM
Replies: 22
Views: 3,744
Posted By ruthquilter

I've longarmer do basting, but it wasn't exactly...

I've longarmer do basting, but it wasn't exactly a small fee- about $50 if I remember. It was a queen size quilt. The other thing was that it went into the line of quilts to be done, & it was...
Forum: Main
08-21-2014, 04:43 PM
Replies: 22
Views: 2,921
Posted By ruthquilter

I have googled the type of fabric I'm looking...

I have googled the type of fabric I'm looking for, which has been real helpful for me
Forum: Main
08-01-2014, 04:46 AM
Replies: 42
Views: 6,878
Posted By ruthquilter

I wouldn't use any batting. I made a denim rag...

I wouldn't use any batting. I made a denim rag quilt for my son, backed the denim with sheets, no batting. It was very heavy & warm. If I remember right it was probably 60" x 80" I made it for...
Forum: Main
04-08-2014, 03:19 PM
Replies: 38
Views: 5,400
Posted By ruthquilter

I use different thread for different things-...

I use different thread for different things- regular sewing thread for piecing by machine or hand, hand quilting thread for hand quilting, specific thread for machine quilting. Never use hand...
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