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03-26-2020, 06:37 AM
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Minkie strip quilt
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Minkie strip quilt
I have a Minkie strip quilt kit that I'd like to make. I've had it about 3 years and it's time to get it done! I'm using Warm & Natural for the batting - obviously too thick and heavy because my...
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07-13-2014, 06:42 AM
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Rotary Cutter
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I use Olfa cutters but I recently bought a TruCut...
I use Olfa cutters but I recently bought a TruCut and I really like it. It cuts well and I like the feel of it in my hand.
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06-24-2014, 05:41 AM
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Best Place in the Country for Quilting?
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My husband & I are both retired so we've headed...
My husband & I are both retired so we've headed for Texas the past few winters. There are lots of quilters and nice shops in the Texas hill country and the Rio Grande Valley. I went to a quilt shop...
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09-07-2013, 11:14 AM
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fabric problem
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I used Retayne with good results. Followed the...
I used Retayne with good results. Followed the directions on the bottle.
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07-05-2013, 05:44 AM
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sewing machine for classes light weight
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I have a BabyLock Audrey which is lightweight and...
I have a BabyLock Audrey which is lightweight and works well for classes. I also recently added a Featherweight to my menagerie of machines and I love it for classes and traveling.
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05-27-2013, 08:09 PM
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Questions from newer quilter
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I always wash flannel - it shrinks and has lots...
I always wash flannel - it shrinks and has lots of lint. I've used Minkee several times without pre washing. No problems with it.
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03-16-2013, 04:33 PM
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First blocks for the Memories of Japan quilt - are they ok??
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Love your blocks and your fabrics. Keep going.
Love your blocks and your fabrics. Keep going.
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03-15-2013, 09:23 AM
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so, I'm intrigued at the thought of buying a longarm
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That's what I bought too. Love it.
That's what I bought too. Love it.
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03-15-2013, 07:39 AM
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so, I'm intrigued at the thought of buying a longarm
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It took me three years to make a decision before...
It took me three years to make a decision before I purchased - price, ease of use, and availability of local repair person and support were at the top of my list.
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03-06-2013, 11:52 AM
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Quilt Show
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The Machine Quilter's Showcase is in Wichita in...
The Machine Quilter's Showcase is in Wichita in May - I've never been but you can google for information. I've heard they have many vendors with long arm machines. May be worth a trip if you don't...
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02-12-2013, 06:52 AM
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My New Best Buddy
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I love your fabric color selections - it will be...
I love your fabric color selections - it will be beautiful. Sorry you had to frog so much - happens to all of us at some point.
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01-20-2013, 07:04 AM
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Why am I doing this?
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The only fabric I usually prewash is flannel....
The only fabric I usually prewash is flannel. Otherwise I wash the quilt when it's completely finished. If I'm worried about bleeding colors I use Retayne.
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01-20-2013, 06:55 AM
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Why Do You Have More Than One Machine?
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Do I really have to count them? I have an older...
Do I really have to count them? I have an older Pfaff, a Bernina 440 with the embroidery package, a BabyLock Audrey which I got for traveling and classes before I found my FW, a very old Singer that...
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01-20-2013, 06:49 AM
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Frustrated
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I agree with those who said finish it and...
I agree with those who said finish it and practice FMQ. Then you can donate it. It will make a great practice piece.
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12-24-2012, 06:32 AM
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Oh Boy! DH got me for Christmas........
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What a great guy. I suspect you'll find fabric...
What a great guy. I suspect you'll find fabric you love in both shops. I've been there once and loved it! Wish I lived closer (Then again, maybe not)! Enjoy.
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12-24-2012, 06:26 AM
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Did I use the "wrong" side?
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I hate taking things apart once they're sewn. It...
I hate taking things apart once they're sewn. It looks fine - it's an original design.
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12-24-2012, 06:23 AM
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What is this?
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My first thought was thread catcher.
My first thought was thread catcher.
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12-24-2012, 06:21 AM
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My Christmas Present
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Congratulations. I have the Sweet Sixteen too and...
Congratulations. I have the Sweet Sixteen too and love it. I haven't had mine long so I'm still on a learning curve, but one thing I've found is my machine likes the same type thread on top and...
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12-23-2012, 04:45 PM
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Piecing Thread?
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I love Aurifil - my LQS carries it but I would...
I love Aurifil - my LQS carries it but I would order online if necessary.
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12-08-2012, 07:38 AM
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Silhouette Cameo Cutter
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What a cool new gadget. I haven't seen this...
What a cool new gadget. I haven't seen this before - looks like fun.
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12-08-2012, 07:35 AM
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This quilt broke my heart!
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Oh my. What a wonderful thing you've done for...
Oh my. What a wonderful thing you've done for this woman. That quilt will be cherished forever.
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11-15-2012, 07:21 AM
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Finding time to quilt
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A friend once told me to give myself 15 minutes a...
A friend once told me to give myself 15 minutes a day for sewing - it's amazing what you can get done in a short amount of time if you do it consistently. I found it to be very relaxing.
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11-11-2012, 06:43 AM
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babylock tiara
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I have the HQ Sweet 16 and I love it.
I have the HQ Sweet 16 and I love it.
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11-11-2012, 06:41 AM
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How many stitches per inch for piecework and why?
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I piece with the default setting on my machine...
I piece with the default setting on my machine which is probably 10-12 stitches per inch.
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10-07-2012, 06:08 AM
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Playing with a jelly roll...
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I like it and love the colors.
I like it and love the colors.
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