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05-30-2011, 07:40 AM
Replies: 21
Views: 1,639
Posted By OdessaQuilts

Once upon a time, when I was attending a church...

Once upon a time, when I was attending a church that wanted to put in a new stained glass window, a group of us got together, designed and created a queen-sized quilt to raffle off. We made sure to...
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05-30-2011, 07:00 AM
Replies: 39
Views: 12,264
Posted By OdessaQuilts

Well, I haven't made a purse, but .... my...

Well, I haven't made a purse, but .... my suggestion would be that a heavy-duty interfacing would be helpful (I have used some that are really stiff, like for use in corsets that would be great). If...
Forum: Main
05-28-2011, 08:48 AM
Replies: 9
Views: 2,485
Posted By OdessaQuilts

Well, I always wash my fabrics first, but I think...

Well, I always wash my fabrics first, but I think you may have a salvageable piece here. First things first: when you get the binding completed, look it over really well and make sure to note all...
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05-28-2011, 08:36 AM
Replies: 66
Views: 8,614
Posted By OdessaQuilts

No, I don't think you're stupid. You are...

No, I don't think you're stupid. You are thoughtful. As you said, she spent a lot of $$ on that machine, and you would feel horrid if she just sent it to you without first insuring it was a machine...
Forum: Main
05-28-2011, 08:31 AM
Replies: 38
Views: 6,164
Posted By OdessaQuilts

I am not sure what I am going to do with the...

I am not sure what I am going to do with the borders or the backing Tonnie...I am open for suggestions. So get that brain of yours thinking for me. I was sort of thinking about maybe something in the...
Forum: Main
05-20-2011, 01:08 PM
Replies: 53
Views: 5,844
Posted By OdessaQuilts

Have you tried mayonnaise? I know it sounds...

Have you tried mayonnaise? I know it sounds weird, but it just may work ... perhaps mixed in with a little liquid hand soap or dish soap? The oils in the mayo will help prevent your hands from...
Forum: Main
05-20-2011, 01:05 PM
Replies: 64
Views: 9,769
Posted By OdessaQuilts

ckcowl, I'm with you. Here (right off the...

ckcowl, I'm with you. Here (right off the Saginaw Bay) in my part of Michigan, our LQS generally runs full yards at anywhere from $6.50 - $9.95/yd. I'm always looking at the sale tables if I want...
Forum: Main
05-20-2011, 12:57 PM
Replies: 13
Views: 1,130
Posted By OdessaQuilts

Well, I'm gonna weigh in here, but with a...

Well, I'm gonna weigh in here, but with a somewhat different opinion.

Like most of the opinions you've already received, I ALWAYS pre-wash; the purpose (for me) is to 1) remove any excess dyes in...
Forum: Main
05-15-2011, 01:11 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 3,235
Posted By OdessaQuilts

I agree, there are some beauties there!

I agree, there are some beauties there!
Forum: Main
05-15-2011, 12:26 PM
Replies: 17
Views: 1,747
Posted By OdessaQuilts

yes, it's a kaleidoscope pattern. Like MTS, I'd...

yes, it's a kaleidoscope pattern. Like MTS, I'd recommend paying attention to how you place your lights/darks within the block itself. It may be helpful to find a line drawing so you can color it...
Forum: Main
04-30-2011, 03:47 PM
Replies: 56
Views: 7,061
Posted By OdessaQuilts

Again, I'd say whatever you are more comfortable...

Again, I'd say whatever you are more comfortable with will work for you. Give it a shot ... you won't know until you try it.
Forum: Main
04-30-2011, 12:42 PM
Replies: 56
Views: 7,061
Posted By OdessaQuilts

That's the way I made mine as a gift for my...

That's the way I made mine as a gift for my daughter, and I thought I was being so creative! It turned out beautifully if I do say so myself. I made it in shades of rose, moss green and cream, and...
Forum: Main
04-28-2011, 06:27 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 728
Posted By OdessaQuilts

Lovely. Nice work.

Lovely. Nice work.
Forum: Main
04-28-2011, 06:26 PM
Replies: 46
Views: 63,943
Posted By OdessaQuilts

I'm in agreement with everyone else as far as...

I'm in agreement with everyone else as far as doing a line drawing and then using colored pencils to work out your colors. Since you have EQ7 that should help (I understand, anyway, since I don't...
Forum: Main
04-28-2011, 02:28 PM
Replies: 42
Views: 17,404
Posted By OdessaQuilts

Very lovely work so far! Congrats on a job...

Very lovely work so far! Congrats on a job well-done.
Forum: Main
04-24-2011, 06:19 PM
Replies: 42
Views: 17,404
Posted By OdessaQuilts

I, too, was thinking of using a persian-type rug...

I, too, was thinking of using a persian-type rug for inspiration as well as photos of middle eastern tilework. That's what I would start with. Best of luck on your project!
Forum: Main
04-24-2011, 06:11 PM
Replies: 76
Views: 9,093
Posted By OdessaQuilts

I use an old toothbrush to clean out my machine...

I use an old toothbrush to clean out my machine periodically. But then again, I don't have a very fancy machine! Very few bells/whistles, and not a computer chip nearby! lol
Forum: Main
04-22-2011, 07:05 AM
Replies: 8
Views: 901
Posted By OdessaQuilts

Can you post a photo so we can help? Some of us...

Can you post a photo so we can help? Some of us are more visual and we might be able to better help by seeing it.
Forum: Main
04-22-2011, 07:04 AM
Replies: 57
Views: 8,221
Posted By OdessaQuilts

Wow! It's almost an embarrassment of riches! ...

Wow! It's almost an embarrassment of riches! The Easter Bunny came early to your house....enjoy!
Forum: Main
04-20-2011, 06:18 AM
Replies: 43
Views: 6,681
Posted By OdessaQuilts

Here in mid-Michigan, it just poured cats and...

Here in mid-Michigan, it just poured cats and dogs last night, PLUS hail, PLUS about an inch of snow! And Easter is this Sunday???? Just doesn't make sense! This winter/spring season has been...
Forum: Main
04-19-2011, 01:49 PM
Replies: 63
Views: 9,861
Posted By OdessaQuilts

Goodie for you! What a deal! Yay!

Goodie for you! What a deal! Yay!
Forum: Main
04-16-2011, 08:35 AM
Replies: 116
Views: 12,434
Posted By OdessaQuilts

I use Caren Original Hand Treatment. There are...

I use Caren Original Hand Treatment. There are several scents, but the one I like is Blue Linen. This line of hand products helps to protect, heal and nourish the skin, contains no mineral oil, and...
Forum: Main
04-15-2011, 05:53 AM
Replies: 57
Views: 8,410
Posted By OdessaQuilts

How exciting for all of you birders. My folks...

How exciting for all of you birders. My folks have a feeder for the hummingbirds now that dad has finally eliminated the plant that was taking over his yard that they loved (can't recall the name of...
Forum: Main
04-15-2011, 05:35 AM
Replies: 1
Views: 991
Posted By OdessaQuilts

I haven't heard of that brand, either, but you're...

I haven't heard of that brand, either, but you're sure to find someone here on the Board who will be able to give you some insight on it. Good luck!
Forum: Main
04-14-2011, 09:01 AM
Replies: 10
Views: 2,512
Posted By OdessaQuilts

Kitsie, I love your ingenuity! And the buttons...

Kitsie, I love your ingenuity! And the buttons are a cute and functional design element! Yay for you!
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