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Forum: Main
02-18-2023, 09:55 PM
Replies: 19
Views: 1,317
Posted By QuiltnLady1

I mix the starch 1-1, put it in a spray bottle,...

I mix the starch 1-1, put it in a spray bottle, soak the fabric, cover it with waxed paper and iron it until it is mostly dry, then I hang it to finish drying. I have never scorched fabric and the...
Forum: Main
12-19-2022, 12:15 PM
Replies: 25
Views: 3,311
Posted By QuiltnLady1

Onebyone - I understand what you are staying, but...

Onebyone - I understand what you are staying, but when I go to the diagonal method I am usually desperaate and I have backing pieces that are close to the right size but are small so I do the...
Forum: Main
12-19-2022, 11:37 AM
Replies: 114
Views: 14,408
Posted By QuiltnLady1

I don't have a memory of it, but I was blessed...

I don't have a memory of it, but I was blessed with an embroidered and hand quilted crib quilt when I was born and I am told that I slept under it until I outgrew it (then it wad put away until my...
Forum: Main
10-19-2022, 02:33 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 1,234
Posted By QuiltnLady1

RVSFAN - I am with you. I never wipe the oil...

RVSFAN - I am with you. I never wipe the oil off. I think using alcohol for cleaning and then wiping on oil would be my suggestion.
Forum: Main
10-19-2022, 02:26 PM
Replies: 15
Views: 2,036
Posted By QuiltnLady1

Try a jeans-a-ma-jig. You tuck it in behind the...

Try a jeans-a-ma-jig. You tuck it in behind the presserfoot to lift it over the hump made by several thicknesses of fabric, I go t set on Amazon and they were different sizes and thicknesses. I...
Forum: Main
10-19-2022, 02:20 PM
Replies: 47
Views: 4,281
Posted By QuiltnLady1

WOW!!! Amazing quilts! Congratulations on a well...

WOW!!! Amazing quilts! Congratulations on a well deserved honor!!
Forum: Main
10-19-2022, 10:22 AM
Replies: 31
Views: 3,360
Posted By QuiltnLady1

Thanks!! I love all the info. I need to look a...

Thanks!! I love all the info. I need to look a grunge when I go to a fabric store (haven't been since Covid - sigh).
Forum: Main
10-01-2022, 01:37 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 1,134
Posted By QuiltnLady1

I like echo quilting in the squares or...

I like echo quilting in the squares or alternating squares with some other pattern. How densely you need to quilt depends on your batting so be sure and check it.
Forum: Main
10-01-2022, 01:33 PM
Replies: 20
Views: 2,736
Posted By QuiltnLady1

it was on my bucket list, but life kept getting...

it was on my bucket list, but life kept getting in my way i did go to some large regional shows and found that I needed to look at all the quilts first, taking notes and sometimes taking pictures of...
Forum: Main
10-01-2022, 01:04 PM
Replies: 20
Views: 3,113
Posted By QuiltnLady1

When I make HST's (and QST's), in addition to...

When I make HST's (and QST's), in addition to washing and starching, I over cut my starting blocks so that I can square them up. The general rule of thumb I use is to make the square 1/4 to 1/2 inch...
Forum: Main
10-01-2022, 12:55 PM
Replies: 15
Views: 2,219
Posted By QuiltnLady1

I prewash all my fabrics because all the...

I prewash all my fabrics because all the chemicals that are in them give me problems. As a result, my fabrics are floppy. I spray starch them so they are very stiff - that way even if I am cutting...
Forum: Main
10-01-2022, 12:46 PM
Replies: 31
Views: 3,360
Posted By QuiltnLady1

What are youor favorite blender fabrics?

I am sure that some of you have a go to brand for your blender/backgroound fabrics - I know I do for a couple. I love the tone-on-tone fabrics becaues of the movement. Sometimes I think I am in a...
Forum: General Chit-Chat (non-quilting talk)
09-30-2022, 02:01 PM
Replies: 10
Views: 2,679
Posted By QuiltnLady1

I have washed musty batting that I accidentally...

I have washed musty batting that I accidentally left is a "safe" place. I added 1/3 cup of borax to the tub and used vinegar in the bleach and softener bins. The batting was warm and white. I am...
Forum: Main
09-30-2022, 01:56 PM
Replies: 12
Views: 1,330
Posted By QuiltnLady1

It depends - if I want the quilting to stand out...

It depends - if I want the quilting to stand out (like in a plain block) I use a heavier thread and maybe a contrasting color. If I want it to blend in I will use a lighter weight thread and color...
Forum: Main
09-29-2022, 08:06 PM
Replies: 21
Views: 2,304
Posted By QuiltnLady1

I am another lover of garden gloves - mine are a...

I am another lover of garden gloves - mine are a bit tacky and they fit tight. I got a 6 pack at Costco years ago and am still using my first one. I also like that they keep my poor srthritic hands...
Forum: Main
09-29-2022, 07:47 PM
Replies: 14
Views: 2,269
Posted By QuiltnLady1

I have one of the first folding mats. After a...

I have one of the first folding mats. After a couple of years the mat started to separate where it folded so I duct taped the back and it still works fine.
Forum: Pictures
09-17-2022, 01:13 PM
Replies: 18
Views: 2,458
Posted By QuiltnLady1

Beautiful!! I love that pattern and you did a...

Beautiful!! I love that pattern and you did a great job with it!!!
Forum: Main
09-17-2022, 01:06 PM
Replies: 9
Views: 1,359
Posted By QuiltnLady1

This is scary - I have been collecting fabric...

This is scary - I have been collecting fabric (and quilting) long enough that I have a number of pieces of copper in my stash. I even have several items I made in fall colors with copper. I think I...
Forum: Main
09-15-2022, 07:48 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 949
Posted By QuiltnLady1

I did a search on line on how to wash Minky and...

I did a search on line on how to wash Minky and turned up the instructions. I am doing to wash it and see how it does - I assume baby quilts get washed in warm water as a minimum.
Forum: Links and Resources
09-15-2022, 07:42 PM
Replies: 26
Views: 3,570
Posted By QuiltnLady1

Thankyou for the information. Just wish the 60mm...

Thankyou for the information. Just wish the 60mm was titanium coated since I use that size most often.
Forum: General Chit-Chat (non-quilting talk)
09-15-2022, 07:38 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 1,322
Posted By QuiltnLady1

I have 5 grandsons and they all know grandma is a...

I have 5 grandsons and they all know grandma is a soft touch. Love them. The know I have their favorite snacks when they come and they know where the "secret" candy stash is.
Forum: General Chit-Chat (non-quilting talk)
09-15-2022, 07:33 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 1,074
Posted By QuiltnLady1

What is it made of? I have had great success...

What is it made of? I have had great success using the new Dawn Powerwaskfor getting rid of mold when I don't want to use bleach. I would check it in an out of the way place first.
Forum: Main
09-13-2022, 07:55 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 949
Posted By QuiltnLady1

Washing Minky - oops

I used minky for the backing of several baby blankets and never gave a thought as to how it needs to be washed. Has anyone had issues with washing it in warm water (I I don't want to un-quilt the...
Forum: Pictures
09-10-2022, 03:21 PM
Replies: 12
Views: 1,653
Posted By QuiltnLady1

Cute quilt and I love tge border.

Cute quilt and I love tge border.
Forum: Main
09-10-2022, 02:49 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 1,036
Posted By QuiltnLady1

If the corner is rounded, cut your fabric on the...

If the corner is rounded, cut your fabric on the bias so it will stretch around.
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