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Forum: Main
06-07-2012, 05:30 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 1,209
Posted By Paula H

My grandmother made several GFG's. The amazing...

My grandmother made several GFG's. The amazing part is she sat in her chair holding a worn cardboard template and kind of cut the hexagons out in mid air. They all came out perfect. She...
Forum: Main
06-07-2012, 12:19 PM
Replies: 13
Views: 2,735
Posted By Paula H

I vote for the insulation board. I have a big...

I vote for the insulation board. I have a big design wall my son made for me out of it and I've had no problems.
Forum: Main
06-07-2012, 12:15 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 3,749
Posted By Paula H

I have a Bernina Activa and thus far have been...

I have a Bernina Activa and thus far have been able to quilt a queen size on it using the "fluff and stuff" method. If I won the lotto :) I would buy a mid arm. In no way do I have the space for a...
Forum: Main
06-05-2012, 09:40 AM
Replies: 48
Views: 8,541
Posted By Paula H

I originally used bicycle clamps for FMQ but then...

I originally used bicycle clamps for FMQ but then discovered the resulting roll made it much more difficult to maneuver on my regular sewing machine. I now use the "fluff and stuff" method and it's...
Forum: General Chit-Chat (non-quilting talk)
05-29-2012, 10:08 AM
Replies: 48
Views: 9,415
Posted By Paula H

When I was a kid 100 yrs ago, we painted them and...

When I was a kid 100 yrs ago, we painted them and made necklaces with colorful wooden beads between the spools.
Forum: Main
05-29-2012, 10:04 AM
Replies: 36
Views: 13,846
Posted By Paula H

I just finished one for my son's best friend that...

I just finished one for my son's best friend that is a financial advisor and instead of meandering..........I just kept writing money money money in each row and bordered it with fabric...
Forum: Main
05-29-2012, 09:58 AM
Replies: 11
Views: 1,828
Posted By Paula H

Keep your little finger off the ruler and on the...

Keep your little finger off the ruler and on the matt and it helps anchor the ruler.
Forum: Main
05-29-2012, 09:45 AM
Replies: 104
Views: 14,118
Posted By Paula H

I'm working on one that I use as my "take along"...

I'm working on one that I use as my "take along" project. I had an entire bolt of a yellow print that I had no idea what to do with so I'm using it for the background and scraps for the windows. ...
Forum: Main
05-28-2012, 06:25 AM
Replies: 12
Views: 2,713
Posted By Paula H

I made one for my daughter-in-law of her shirts...

I made one for my daughter-in-law of her shirts from running in races. The border was of fabric with colorful tennis shoes. It was great fun. Each block was FMQed according to the design.

...
Forum: Mission: Organization
05-28-2012, 05:45 AM
Replies: 24
Views: 6,251
Posted By Paula H

My very FAVORITE ironing board is one I bought...

My very FAVORITE ironing board is one I bought from stencilnstitch.com. It is 7x14 and clamps to my sewing table with the long end hanging out from the table. It's GREAT for all those times you...
Forum: Main
05-26-2012, 06:18 AM
Replies: 79
Views: 9,787
Posted By Paula H

There is absolutely nothing wrong with your quilt...

There is absolutely nothing wrong with your quilt and for heaven's sake keep the ripper in the drawer! Just made two of these. I turned it with stripes horizontal, added a 1" black border and then...
Forum: Main
02-13-2012, 10:09 AM
Replies: 58
Views: 10,614
Posted By Paula H

I love it for small projects or crib size. I...

I love it for small projects or crib size. I haven't figured out how I would do it with a larger quilt. Make sure you don't spray near your sewing machine. My friend sells Janome and says...
Forum: Main
02-13-2012, 10:06 AM
Replies: 64
Views: 9,515
Posted By Paula H

thanks for the encouragement. I'll post pics as...

thanks for the encouragement. I'll post pics as soon as I figure out how to do it. I'm a little technologically challenged :)
Forum: Main
02-10-2012, 07:38 AM
Replies: 12
Views: 1,536
Posted By Paula H

Bargellos are great fun and so much easier than...

Bargellos are great fun and so much easier than they look. Give it a try! I highly recommend the tube method. The tube method also works for Trip Around the World.
Forum: Main
02-10-2012, 07:29 AM
Replies: 64
Views: 9,515
Posted By Paula H

New Addiction: Cathedral Window

I had been wanting a hand sewing project for evenings in front of the TV. I started a Cathedral Window because I really need to use up some stash. Instead of using a muslin or cream background, I'm...
Forum: Main
02-10-2012, 07:26 AM
Replies: 78
Views: 11,271
Posted By Paula H

I have the same dreams about a machine I could...

I have the same dreams about a machine I could actually afford. I felt better after buying Paula Reid's DVD on "Fluff and Stuff" and found I was able to quilt a queen size on my regular machine. No...
Forum: Main
02-03-2012, 10:51 AM
Replies: 44
Views: 7,307
Posted By Paula H

I use the rubber finger tips from any office...

I use the rubber finger tips from any office store. There's about 12 in a box for less than $5. I think their real purpose is to turn pages. They're great. They grip and yet give your...
Forum: Main
02-02-2012, 12:21 PM
Replies: 85
Views: 7,415
Posted By Paula H

I love to hand quilt and did handquilt a queen...

I love to hand quilt and did handquilt a queen size. It can be done. However.............I now machine quilt most things because as a friend said, "there's too many quilts in my head to hand quilt...
Forum: Pictures
01-30-2012, 10:29 AM
Replies: 267
Views: 11,402
Posted By Paula H

I would recommend a Q-Snap frame. They come in...

I would recommend a Q-Snap frame. They come in all sizes - even floor models. The best quilter I've ever known was a stab-stitcher! The key is finding a thimble that doesn't feel like a Kleenex...
Forum: Mission: Organization
01-30-2012, 10:25 AM
Replies: 67
Views: 12,174
Posted By Paula H

You are truly blessed!

You are truly blessed!
Forum: Main
01-30-2012, 10:22 AM
Replies: 83
Views: 13,032
Posted By Paula H

I have no opinion about the brand but I would...

I have no opinion about the brand but I would recommend that you buy a travel iron. They are terrific for taking to classes and great for pressing as you're piecing. The only time I drag out my...
Forum: Main
01-27-2012, 08:10 AM
Replies: 245
Views: 21,301
Posted By Paula H

I live in a town house and have two master...

I live in a town house and have two master bedrooms. I spent the entire summer turning one of the bedrooms into my sewing room. I ABSOLUTELY LOVE IT! Now I have space and light. You won't regret...
Forum: Main
01-27-2012, 06:56 AM
Replies: 71
Views: 9,677
Posted By Paula H

While you're doing all or any of the above,...

While you're doing all or any of the above, remember your 7 y.o. is not a member of the quilt police and will love it regardless!
Forum: Main
01-27-2012, 06:50 AM
Replies: 129
Views: 9,592
Posted By Paula H

Sure I remember those. There are some quilt...

Sure I remember those. There are some quilt shops that I wish had one now :(
Forum: Main
01-26-2012, 12:52 PM
Replies: 79
Views: 10,440
Posted By Paula H

I just finished quilting a QUEEN size quilt on my...

I just finished quilting a QUEEN size quilt on my Bernina Activa. I ordered a DVD done by Paula Reid on her "fluff and stuff" method. It's available from her website battsintheattic.com. It was...
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