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    08-12-2024, 06:50 AM
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    Posted By sew cornie

    Thank you for the input. I was thinking along...

    Thank you for the input. I was thinking along those lines, $4/yard and $1/FQ, but was uncertain if that's too high. I'll probably start with that and then drop the prices if things aren't moving.
    08-11-2024, 09:01 PM
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    Posted By sew cornie

    Garage sale fabric prices?

    What would you consider a good price/yard for LQS quality quilting fabric at a garage sale? How about for FQs?
    Forum: Main
    09-12-2020, 02:02 PM
    Replies: 26
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    Posted By sew cornie

    I mostly use Perle 8 but have also used a size 12...

    I mostly use Perle 8 but have also used a size 12 thread, which is a slightly thinner strand than the Perle 8. Both work well.

    Big stitch is my favorite quilting method. Although I started...
    03-19-2014, 02:56 PM
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    Posted By sew cornie

    There's a significant difference between...

    There's a significant difference between "sleeping in a tent" and "staying overnight in a tent". I tend to do the latter. By the 3rd night, I'm wiped out enough to actually sleep. Still, we love...
    09-08-2012, 08:33 PM
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    Posted By sew cornie

    Last weekend my family, along with some friends,...

    Last weekend my family, along with some friends, went for a hike on Mt. Hood (Oregon) and came across and unattended campfire. We sent someone back to the house to call and report it while the men...
    08-14-2012, 03:21 PM
    Replies: 65
    Views: 7,061
    Posted By sew cornie

    Good question . . . I don't know but would guess...

    Good question . . . I don't know but would guess it might. I've used a little hand grater in the past. I just recently got a food processor and have only used it a couple of times so far for food,...
    Forum: Main
    08-02-2012, 08:09 AM
    Replies: 23
    Views: 2,777
    Posted By sew cornie

    My scrap bin has very tiny pieces down to about...

    My scrap bin has very tiny pieces down to about 3/4" all the way up to fat quarters that have been cut into. I do applique so keep the very small pieces for that purpose. For someone who doesn't...
    08-01-2012, 10:40 PM
    Replies: 65
    Views: 7,061
    Posted By sew cornie

    I make mine by combining 1 cup borax, 1 cup...

    I make mine by combining 1 cup borax, 1 cup washing soda, and 1 bar (grated) of Fels-Naptha soap. Only takes 1 Tbsp. per load in my HE washer.
    08-01-2012, 10:35 PM
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    Posted By sew cornie

    I make my own cleaners, laundry soap, and...

    I make my own cleaners, laundry soap, and cosmetics (shampoo/conditioner, facial cleanser, masks, scrubs, etc.). Not only is it far less expensive, I know EXACTLY what the ingredients are and can...
    05-07-2012, 01:20 PM
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    Posted By sew cornie

    Cas and RiverRat, we'd love to have you join us. ...

    Cas and RiverRat, we'd love to have you join us. Only one requirement . . . you must be prepared to experience side-splitting laughter. This group is full of fun and such wonderful ladies and we...
    04-01-2012, 01:24 PM
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    Posted By sew cornie

    How was the show? We got back from our other...

    How was the show? We got back from our other obligation at 4:15 - I could've made it to the show for the last hour of it but decided it was a high cost to pay (gas, parking, entry fee) for only one...
    03-30-2012, 09:15 PM
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    Posted By sew cornie

    Hi MadMimm, I'd hoped to go tomorrow but it looks...

    Hi MadMimm, I'd hoped to go tomorrow but it looks like we may have other plans. If I get to go it will be a spur of the moment thing. I hope you enjoy the show.
    Forum: Main
    03-06-2012, 10:35 PM
    Replies: 56
    Views: 4,748
    Posted By sew cornie

    From your "update" it sounds like I'm too late to...

    From your "update" it sounds like I'm too late to pipe in on these blocks. But for future reference, I'd recommend you check out the book "Setting Solutions" by Sharyn Craig. The whole book is...
    02-27-2012, 01:19 PM
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    Views: 6,428
    Posted By sew cornie

    I'm not going to Puyallup but I think I'm going...

    I'm not going to Puyallup but I think I'm going to the one in Portland in March. DH brought a flyer home about it a few weeks ago and I have it on the calendar so as long as nothing more pressing...
    Forum: Pictures
    02-23-2012, 09:35 AM
    Replies: 273
    Views: 19,145
    Posted By sew cornie

    It's stunning! Love how bright and happy it is...

    It's stunning! Love how bright and happy it is and the colors are so well balanced. Beautifully done!
    02-17-2012, 09:50 PM
    Replies: 100
    Views: 6,428
    Posted By sew cornie

    I'll send the suggestion out by email in case...

    I'll send the suggestion out by email in case someone doesn't check in here. We'll see what everyone thinks of the idea.
    02-17-2012, 04:06 PM
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    Posted By sew cornie

    Oooh, that could be fun! Whadda ya'll think? ...

    Oooh, that could be fun! Whadda ya'll think? Should we do a swap? We could pick one size/style (ie. 9" Churn Dash or 12" Sawtooth Star or whatever) and could do it like the FQ swaps we've done...
    02-17-2012, 01:29 PM
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    Views: 6,428
    Posted By sew cornie

    Can't FMQ yet and still pondering which project...

    Can't FMQ yet and still pondering which project to bring. Still over 2 months to go, but it will come fast.

    reeskylr, it will be nice to meet you in person. You were in my group for Boom 5.0...
    Forum: Main
    02-16-2012, 01:40 PM
    Replies: 25
    Views: 2,508
    Posted By sew cornie

    So much to think about. Thank you all for the...

    So much to think about. Thank you all for the suggestions.

    BellaBoo, that's a unique position you've had to see what people are attracted to. Thanks for sharing.
    Forum: Main
    02-15-2012, 10:23 PM
    Replies: 25
    Views: 2,508
    Posted By sew cornie

    Thank you all for your input. I don't believe a...

    Thank you all for your input. I don't believe a raffle is going to be an option. The auction will have both silent and "live" items available and the lady who's volunteered to be the auctioneer...
    Forum: Main
    02-15-2012, 01:49 PM
    Replies: 25
    Views: 2,508
    Posted By sew cornie

    advice needed on making a quilt for auction

    My children's school is going to be holding an auction next year (Feb. '13) and I offered to provide a quilt. Seemed like a simple plan until my brain began churning with questions:

    what size is...
    02-11-2012, 09:42 PM
    Replies: 100
    Views: 6,428
    Posted By sew cornie

    Exactly! :0) That's why I offered the option of...

    Exactly! :0) That's why I offered the option of 3 passengers first. Once we add in machines, projects, food, luggage, etc. . . . I don't want to have the van so full that someone has to ride as...
    02-11-2012, 03:04 PM
    Replies: 100
    Views: 6,428
    Posted By sew cornie

    I have a minivan and can easily take 3 passengers...

    I have a minivan and can easily take 3 passengers with the back 1/2 of the van reserved for gear. Or 5 passengers who are traveling light. :0)
    01-21-2012, 08:30 PM
    Replies: 100
    Views: 6,428
    Posted By sew cornie

    I'm not going this year. I'll be at the beach...

    I'm not going this year. I'll be at the beach for a church retreat instead. Have fun though!
    01-16-2012, 08:49 PM
    Replies: 100
    Views: 6,428
    Posted By sew cornie

    Sandy, I'm glad to see you all made it safely...

    Sandy, I'm glad to see you all made it safely home! It was really nice to meet Rose and LuAnne. They fit right in, don't they? :0) Take care, my friend.
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