Yes, it does matter
08-17-2010, 11:36 PM
#162
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Originally Posted by ccthomas
In addition to the marvelous Learning Advice presented on this post, I have learned:
Reading, watching YouTube, IS NOT the same as actual practice. PRACTICE, PRACTICE which is often the same as PATIENCE. I learn by doing and NEVER the FIRST time. I am a SLOW LEARNER and that is OKAY. SPEED is NOT my friend when I quilt.
I have learned PERFECT may not be ME and that is OKAY also.
I have learned that MUSIC calms me as I am quilting.
BREATHING is important when quilting.
I somehow missed the step on BUNTING and after so much FRUSTRATION and FIGHTING to get those perfect aligned joints, the importance of this one CRUCIAL step is a definite one to know.
Because I did not know this, I was told by a quilt shop owner, that I WAS NOT A QUILTER.
So I have learned TEARS are also OKAY, ENJOYMENT, FUN, the PROCESS, and a Quilt COMPLETED, gives me satisfaction.
May be someday I will be a QUILTER and I am still learning.
Reading, watching YouTube, IS NOT the same as actual practice. PRACTICE, PRACTICE which is often the same as PATIENCE. I learn by doing and NEVER the FIRST time. I am a SLOW LEARNER and that is OKAY. SPEED is NOT my friend when I quilt.
I have learned PERFECT may not be ME and that is OKAY also.
I have learned that MUSIC calms me as I am quilting.
BREATHING is important when quilting.
I somehow missed the step on BUNTING and after so much FRUSTRATION and FIGHTING to get those perfect aligned joints, the importance of this one CRUCIAL step is a definite one to know.
Because I did not know this, I was told by a quilt shop owner, that I WAS NOT A QUILTER.
So I have learned TEARS are also OKAY, ENJOYMENT, FUN, the PROCESS, and a Quilt COMPLETED, gives me satisfaction.
May be someday I will be a QUILTER and I am still learning.
08-18-2010, 12:34 AM
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A Quilter is some one who is willing to make quilts whether it is one or more. What she should have said was that your were not an experienced quilter. I mean some one who had not been doing it for years. As far as I am concerned YOU ARE A QUILTER, :thumbup:
08-19-2010, 12:35 PM
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Originally Posted by judylg
Originally Posted by BRenea
If you keep making mistakes, or the same mistake over and over again, just walk away and take a break! This also works for me when I just can't figure something out.
08-19-2010, 12:42 PM
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Originally Posted by theresa.redington
I've learned that following a patterns saves a lot of seam ripping.
I've learned that that you should always bring the material you are with to match other materials with that patten.
I've learned to mesure tqice and cut once.
I've learned that that you should always bring the material you are with to match other materials with that patten.
I've learned to mesure tqice and cut once.
08-19-2010, 12:46 PM
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Originally Posted by Rachel
I learned that when I'm at my wits end with DH, I need to sew more... it lowers my blood pressure. and I'm learning to enjoy the process, not just the end results.
08-19-2010, 01:56 PM
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Yes! Iv'e learned not to force myself to finish a project I discovered I didn't like. Stop!!! put it aside. Find someone who would like it and give it away. Don't even think of it as a financial loss. life really is to short to waist time doing things we don't like and if it's our hobby and love, we should enjoy it totaly!
08-19-2010, 02:44 PM
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Originally Posted by Illsa
We are all quilters. As long as you are constructing fabric together it isn't always perfect but there is always someone who will enjoy your efforts and appreciate your time.
You are a quilter. Don't let anyone say otherwise. :!:
You are a quilter. Don't let anyone say otherwise. :!:
My thoughts as well!
08-19-2010, 02:48 PM
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Originally Posted by GailG
Originally Posted by Annya
I think bunting is the old fashioned fabric usually blue and white stripes that were used to make feather quilts or downs. You can still but it as my SIL gets it to make her feather quilts, but she hasn't done it for a few years now as she has no hens, ducks etc. Too many snakes around the house. I hope this helps you out Illsa.
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