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    Forum: Main
    09-29-2011, 04:32 PM
    Replies: 167
    Views: 12,449
    Posted By Crickett Sweet

    I used to be just a favric junkie but now I'm a...

    I used to be just a favric junkie but now I'm a threadaholic as well.
    Forum: Main
    09-28-2011, 06:45 AM
    Replies: 73
    Views: 5,761
    Posted By Crickett Sweet

    I just love the fall colors in batiks Yellow,...

    I just love the fall colors in batiks Yellow, Orange, brown, green.gpld, etc
    Forum: Main
    08-01-2011, 10:13 PM
    Replies: 69
    Views: 7,353
    Posted By Crickett Sweet

    I don't know the size but you might consider...

    I don't know the size but you might consider making them placemats for Meals on Wheels or neo natal quilts for the hospital. Table toppers might cheer up an elders room.
    Forum: Pictures
    07-09-2011, 07:32 PM
    Replies: 174
    Views: 10,456
    Posted By Crickett Sweet

    I have the fabric you are considering on the...

    I have the fabric you are considering on the right and so naturally, I went for that one at first because I love the fabric, but after reading comments and looking again, I think the one on the left...
    Forum: Tutorials
    07-09-2011, 12:54 PM
    Replies: 28
    Views: 5,544
    Posted By Crickett Sweet

    very nice. are you sure you didn't mean "fussy...

    very nice. are you sure you didn't mean "fussy cutting"?
    Forum: Main
    06-30-2011, 06:11 AM
    Replies: 101
    Views: 7,615
    Posted By Crickett Sweet

    I have successfully used my small fan on the...

    I have successfully used my small fan on the floor pointed up at me.
    Forum: Main
    06-08-2011, 12:46 PM
    Replies: 170
    Views: 19,591
    Posted By Crickett Sweet

    I got one as a gift and love it so much, I bought...

    I got one as a gift and love it so much, I bought a second one for my other machine so I wouldnt have to fuss with taking it off one to use on the other. It does shine right down on the needle area...
    Forum: Main
    05-04-2011, 12:54 PM
    Replies: 83
    Views: 39,807
    Posted By Crickett Sweet

    Heat & Bond is way to stiff for me. I like...

    Heat & Bond is way to stiff for me. I like wonder under or steam a seam. When you do the circles - just do a 1/2 to 3/4" ring around the edge-don't do the whole circle (voice of experience)
    Forum: Main
    04-10-2011, 04:27 AM
    Replies: 54
    Views: 8,189
    Posted By Crickett Sweet

    bring your UFO's You might get bored just...

    bring your UFO's You might get bored just working on one project - bring several. It's a retreat where you are supposed to relax and have fun. You don't have to finish anything. You might be...
    Forum: Main
    04-04-2011, 07:43 AM
    Replies: 102
    Views: 10,282
    Posted By Crickett Sweet

    sometimes, even with a good quarter inch foot,...

    sometimes, even with a good quarter inch foot, you need to adjust your needle position. Just be careful that the needle isn't coming down on the metal part of the foot. Cut two strips two inches...
    Forum: Main
    03-16-2011, 05:17 AM
    Replies: 39
    Views: 5,380
    Posted By Crickett Sweet

    Sometimes, it is helpful to press them open (not...

    Sometimes, it is helpful to press them open (not often_ When you do, you will have to backstitch at the beginning and end of each seam or they will come apart.
    Forum: Main
    03-16-2011, 05:15 AM
    Replies: 64
    Views: 9,558
    Posted By Crickett Sweet

    I would agree about completed quilts, however,...

    I would agree about completed quilts, however, having been the featured quilter at our last show, I totally understand the pressure and do't feel it would be tacky at all. My only advice is...
    Forum: Main
    03-11-2011, 07:59 AM
    Replies: 60
    Views: 16,721
    Posted By Crickett Sweet

    The Joyful Quilter in Glenville, NY (no. of...

    The Joyful Quilter in Glenville, NY (no. of Schenectady)
    Forum: Main
    03-10-2011, 08:53 AM
    Replies: 109
    Views: 10,721
    Posted By Crickett Sweet

    Joannes. Some quilters also use grapefruit...

    Joannes. Some quilters also use grapefruit spoons.
    Forum: Main
    03-10-2011, 08:36 AM
    Replies: 81
    Views: 10,787
    Posted By Crickett Sweet

    Aurifill is a wonderful machine thread. I'ts...

    Aurifill is a wonderful machine thread. I'ts kind of expensive but no lint. Check out JHittle on line for a good source.
    Forum: Main
    02-28-2011, 12:06 PM
    Replies: 87
    Views: 9,072
    Posted By Crickett Sweet

    If you love it, buy 3 yds. However, you will...

    If you love it, buy 3 yds. However, you will acquire a large stash soon enough and then will complain that you have too much. I wouldn't worry about building a stash, it will build on its own.
    Forum: Pictures
    01-21-2011, 07:54 AM
    Replies: 226
    Views: 14,228
    Posted By Crickett Sweet

    I liked #6 the best. I think 1 snd 2 look pretty...

    I liked #6 the best. I think 1 snd 2 look pretty involved for a newbie. I have always admired the Hunters Star pattern which I don't believe is real hard but it has a wonderful conplex look to it.
    Forum: Main
    01-21-2011, 07:44 AM
    Replies: 49
    Views: 4,937
    Posted By Crickett Sweet

    There will be plenty of opportunity to spend. ...

    There will be plenty of opportunity to spend. Remember to breing your camera.
    Forum: Main
    01-16-2011, 08:18 AM
    Replies: 72
    Views: 18,238
    Posted By Crickett Sweet

    I took a class with Anita Grossman Solomon at...

    I took a class with Anita Grossman Solomon at Quilting By the Lake last summer. She has everyone press their seams open and believe me, if they aren't backstitched,, they will come apart. I would...
    Forum: Pictures
    01-13-2011, 05:52 AM
    Replies: 60
    Views: 9,494
    Posted By Crickett Sweet

    I just love your idea of putting the pieces on...

    I just love your idea of putting the pieces on paper plates. It looks like a great way to store them and stay organized while sewing. Thanks.
    Forum: Main
    01-13-2011, 05:22 AM
    Replies: 101
    Views: 16,369
    Posted By Crickett Sweet

    I bought one of the Rowenta travel irons to take...

    I bought one of the Rowenta travel irons to take to retreats and classes, etc. Thought I would really love it. I used if for avout 18 months even though it leaked when it's on but upright, and...
    Forum: Pictures
    01-05-2011, 06:09 AM
    Replies: 144
    Views: 12,476
    Posted By Crickett Sweet

    what an absolutely beautiful quilt! I loved both...

    what an absolutely beautiful quilt! I loved both sides and I really enjoyed reading your lable - it was great.
    Forum: Main
    12-31-2010, 07:18 AM
    Replies: 47
    Views: 9,298
    Posted By Crickett Sweet

    I am so happy for you and jealous as well. That...

    I am so happy for you and jealous as well. That Horizon is the one I have been drooling over and can't wait to be the proud owner of. Have fun.
    Forum: Main
    12-25-2010, 10:01 AM
    Replies: 76
    Views: 61,692
    Posted By Crickett Sweet

    My friend, Peg Stone, of Snow Day Designs has...

    My friend, Peg Stone, of Snow Day Designs has several patterns on the market for two fabric quilts. They are really beautiful and very simple even though they do not look particularly simple. Check...
    Forum: Main
    12-04-2010, 08:05 AM
    Replies: 173
    Views: 25,659
    Posted By Crickett Sweet

    I have been drooling over the new Janome Horizon....

    I have been drooling over the new Janome Horizon. Go to a dealer and try one. Big throat.
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