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Qwilter
Severn, MD//Flem Is,, FL
(Zone 9a)
October 16, 2009
07:33 AM Post #7174796
| I've wondered how some of us picked our Dave's names.
If you care to share, please do...
Qwilter - when I set up my hotmail account many years ago, quilter was taken. So I just changes the "u" to a "w" and so was born my alias. Over the years I've just kept it for numerous log-ons. I'm thinking it will eventually make it to my "vanity plate" after we move to FL. |
abbisgranma
(Marion) Havana, FL
(Zone 8b)
October 16, 2009
07:36 AM Post #7174802
| I wanted to use my email name but it was taken so my daughter suggested the obvious--Abbi's granma (my first granddaughter's name-Abbigail). So I became Abbisgranma. Heavenscape started calling me Maid M so that sometimes appears in reference to me. |
Quilter5bdsr
(Barb) Hillsboro, NH
October 16, 2009
08:29 AM Post #7174897
| Mine is grandchildrens initials . At the time I had 5 - now have 6 but never changed my on screen name. I must admit that I prefer Barb but can't use that. I'm just happy everyone calls me Barb and not Quilter5. |
helenethequeen
Longboat Key, FL
(Zone 9b)
October 16, 2009
09:37 AM Post #7175129
| I had a business and one of the salesmen stuck it to me. i find it's a bit posh but posh I am.
i'd be doing my ordering bookkeeping etc. outside whenever poss. was my property He'd come through the store to the back outside. there she is " Helene on the SS Queen"
Nice guy i am retired from that 13 years and he just called here in Fl. |
barefootT
Wildwood, FL
(Zone 9a)
October 16, 2009
08:33 PM Post #7177393
| barefootT ...barefoot thunder...I am barefooted when ever possible !! so is one of my sisters...she had a home cleaning business, called it the barefoot cleaner...I make jewelry, and have sewn bags, skirts, and a few other things, and I used to sell at pow - wows, and craft shows, under the name of Barefoot Thunder Creations |
babeegirl
Wichita, KS
(Zone 6a)
October 16, 2009
08:43 PM Post #7177437
| mine is my gamername from many years of playing online games like Everquest and Vanguard. |
tinytwist
Williston, FL
(Zone 8b)
October 17, 2009
09:38 AM Post #7178961
| When I first registered with DG, I was munching on a bag of my favorite Red Gold pretzels----"tinytwist".
I used to be addicted to them, but now my diet is much better!
=o)
|
jumper2
Huron, OH
(Zone 5b)
October 17, 2009
09:51 AM Post #7178990
| Mine comes from the horse world. I jumped horses as a kid, now DD does it. JUmper was taken so I just added the 2. I do alot of sewing for DD and her horse equipment too. |
Qwilter
Severn, MD//Flem Is,, FL
(Zone 9a)
October 17, 2009
10:54 AM Post #7179131
| Welcome tinytwist... are you a sewer? quilter? |
cheriffic
(Cheryl) Wilmington, MA
October 17, 2009
09:42 PM Post #7180897
| I some day want to have a business in machine quilting. I would sit and think of what I would call this business and came up blank or with something already thought of by another. I have worked as a phlebotomist (draw blood ) for about 26 years. One day about 2 years ago we had a very difficult patient to get blood from everyone tried and could not do it so they came to me and said could you please try. I was able to get the patient right away and when I came back to the lab of course everyone always says "did you get it and where". Anyhoo long story short one of my co workers said Cher your terrific. I said noooooo its "Cheriffic"!. No one of course understood what I meant but the name stuck and I decided that would be what I call my business someday.
Cher |
tinytwist
Williston, FL
(Zone 8b)
October 18, 2009
10:51 AM Post #7182201
| Hi qwilter,
Yes I am a sewer, mainly I enjoy crewel embroidery by hand. I have also made several pieced wall quilts, and a few quilted top pillows. Occasionally I machine sew curtains and table runners and other household doo-dads.
Thank you for the welcome! |
ladydragon5
Lansing, MI
(Zone 5a)
October 18, 2009
11:08 AM Post #7182240
| As some of you know I collect dragons. Have always loved fantasy and sci-fi and read volumes. When I first had to get a screen name Dragonlady was alread taken so I just switched it around and became Ladydragon. For some reason (lost in the dark past I can't remember anymore) I have always thoght of the number 5 as my favorite.
I have never been clever with names. The kids always had to name our animals and right now I am agonizing over naming a new puppy. Since it is pure-bred it needs an "official name" and it should start with a "B". She is a liver-colored retriever, which is a red, brown, gold comination. I'll take all suggestions. |
Quilter5bdsr
(Barb) Hillsboro, NH
October 18, 2009
11:19 AM Post #7182267
| How about Brewster? It has an "Official" sound to it... |
cheriffic
(Cheryl) Wilmington, MA
October 18, 2009
12:03 PM Post #7182358
| How about Bella or Belle ( beautiful), Bridget ( resolute, strength, saint), Brina (protector and my dogs name) it is pronounced Bree-Na.
Just a couple I came up with hope it helps Janice. I just love dogs. Good luck
Cher |
abbisgranma
(Marion) Havana, FL
(Zone 8b)
October 18, 2009
12:08 PM Post #7182367
| How about Basalt--geological term. |
barefootT
Wildwood, FL
(Zone 9a)
October 18, 2009
12:54 PM Post #7182522
| show us a picture of the ''new baby'' Janice ! I got to see her to be able to give you a suggestion... |
siliolegma
Rochester, MI
October 18, 2009
02:43 PM Post #7182844
| When my first was born,
I bought my mom a small photo album that had S.O.G.W.P.I.P. on the front. I stood for Silly Old Grandma With Pictures In Purse. Many years later when I first went online, AOL only allowed 10 letters in your screen name...Hence the shorter...SiliOleGma. Karen |
abbisgranma
(Marion) Havana, FL
(Zone 8b)
October 18, 2009
03:36 PM Post #7182981
| Karen, that is so clever!!! You I think you should be awarded a blue ribbon for most creative. LOL |
Syrumani
San Antonio, TX
(Zone 8b)
October 18, 2009
07:56 PM Post #7183871
| Mine I 'borrowed' a system from my sister - I used the first 2 letters of the first names in my family - sy (Sydney), ru (Russell), ma (Martin), ni (Nichole).
I have sewed in the past by borrowing my mother's machine. I finally got tired of lugging the thing around, so I bought one of the 'beginner' ones from Walmart last month. So far, I have made basic shower curtains, a jumper for my daughter, and a pair of pajama pants for DH.
JoAnne's had a pattern sale last weekend, so I got 10 different patterns for 97 cents each . . .some clothes for me, pajamas for kids, pillows, furniture covers, . . . maybe even one for boxers for the guys . . . would have to check! |
Catbird423
Edgewater, MD
(Zone 7b)
October 19, 2009
12:06 PM Post #7186247
| Catbird423- well I have cats and my name is Robin and the 423 is my birthdate. It seemed to go together. |
babeegirl
Wichita, KS
(Zone 6a)
October 19, 2009
12:14 PM Post #7186274
| Janice, if you love fantasy/sci-fi as much as I do you have got to check out Katharine Kerr. Her Deverry series is my all-time favorite. I believe it starts with Daggerspell, Darkspell, The Bristling Wood, etc. |
heavenscape
JayeVille, NC
(Zone 7a)
October 19, 2009
02:37 PM Post #7186814
| These terms are frequently used in gardening...
landscape
hardscape
waterscape
My garden is my piece of heaven here on earth, and another perfect place for communion with the Lord.
Hence "Heavenscape".
But you can call me Jaye. |
shuggins
Houston, TX
(Zone 9b)
October 19, 2009
03:23 PM Post #7186968
| Well, I am sure you all will think mine is the most creative of all...My first name is Sheila and last name is Huggins, so I picked shuggins... LOL!!! |
dahlianut
Calgary, AB
(Zone 3a)
October 19, 2009
03:31 PM Post #7187008
| Hi all I was just doing a stroll through your luvly sewing and quiltings and I saw this thread. My name is dahlianut cuz I like violets. |
jumper2
Huron, OH
(Zone 5b)
October 19, 2009
04:08 PM Post #7187157
| Hi, D-nut! |
dahlianut
Calgary, AB
(Zone 3a)
October 19, 2009
04:11 PM Post #7187165
| Hi jumper2  |
Quilter5bdsr
(Barb) Hillsboro, NH
October 19, 2009
07:27 PM Post #7187904
| d-nut do you sew??? Nice to see you here. |
dahlianut
Calgary, AB
(Zone 3a)
October 19, 2009
08:37 PM Post #7188230
| No Barb. Sadly I was kindly asked to drop Home Economics class in highschool because I was so 'challenged' on the sewing part (blush). Moo (my mom) was mortified as she made all my clothes including coats when I was a seedling and her Moo was a quilter. My GrandMoo made a quilt for every grand daughter and was working on great grand daughters before she passed.14 grand daughters and I'm not sure how many greats. Alot of my aunts on Moo's side are incredible quilters too. I just luv to visit this forum to see all the beautious things you talented folks are making and saw this thread so I thought I'd make you smile because my user name is so self-explanatory. I CAN crotchet though. I feel it is important to note that |
helenethequeen
Longboat Key, FL
(Zone 9b)
October 19, 2009
10:03 PM Post #7188579
| Hello, "Violet" I too love violets had 2000 AV growing under lights one time. Was showing. TRUE.
I too love dahlias. Moved some tubers here to Fl. last December and they were beautiful in January thru May. Made no bulbs because they were grown in pots. I think
Good to see you Dahlianut - Helene
Click the image for an enlarged view.
|
Kizmo
Marietta, OH
(Zone 6a)
October 20, 2009
09:45 AM Post #7189632
| pretty white dahlias, Helene! |
Quilter5bdsr
(Barb) Hillsboro, NH
October 20, 2009
10:10 AM Post #7189702
| Dahlia - pop in any time. With the holidays coming up I'm sure there will be all kinds of pictures of projects made for giving!!!!! |
nanniepb
Cumberland Mtns, TN
(Zone 6b)
October 28, 2009
12:09 PM Post #7216920
| Hey all. its good to see all the 'faces' here. I jumped on this forum looking for the apron swap. I haven't seen a post in awhile and saw this thread. its interesting to see where 'we' come from.
my grandkids call me Nannie...(as they are from Atlanta, GA, its pronounced 'nan-neeee, lol) and my initials were pb. for safety reasons I use my maiden name on DG.
now...i'm off to find the apron swap =) |
TxBelle326
Dallas, TX
October 29, 2009
02:13 PM Post #7220850
| I'm brand new to this site. Just joined about 5 minutes ago. :) My user name is one I've used for years on the internet. I'm from Texas (tx) and of course I'm a Southern belle (belle) and my birthday is March 26 (326 - we won't discuss what year!) I've been lurking here for several days and finally decided to join in.
~ Linda
This message was edited Oct 29, 2009 12:33 PM |
babeegirl
Wichita, KS
(Zone 6a)
October 29, 2009
02:34 PM Post #7220912
| welcome TxBelle326! we are happy to see you here :) |
abbisgranma
(Marion) Havana, FL
(Zone 8b)
October 29, 2009
02:34 PM Post #7220914
| Welcome Linda, now join us in some of the swap this group is always undertaking. Just like "jello" there is always room for more. LOL
Marion |
TxBelle326
Dallas, TX
October 29, 2009
03:06 PM Post #7221024
| I'd love to join a swap. How can I tell which ones are open and what do I need to do to join?
Linda |
dahlianut
Calgary, AB
(Zone 3a)
October 29, 2009
03:40 PM Post #7221120
| Welcome to DG TxBelle326 |
Quilter5bdsr
(Barb) Hillsboro, NH
October 29, 2009
03:40 PM Post #7221122
| Welcome Linda. Newbies are so much fun. Can you tell us a little bit about you? Do you sew/quilt? Are you new to this or an old hand? What kinds of things do you like? For ex: we know that abbisgranma likes lady bugs and that babeegirl is a real pro!!!
I love piecing quilts - any kind and want to learn everything!!!! |
TxBelle326
Dallas, TX
October 29, 2009
03:56 PM Post #7221161
| I enjoy sewing for my grandson. Now I'm sewing for his sibling who is due in early May. I recently (last week) bought a Janome MC 11000 SE so now I "have" to learn how to quilt. I have never quilted but I went to Half-Price books yesterday and found a few good beginner books. I'm sure I'll be coming here often with very elementary questions about quilting that many of the pros here can help me with.
In addition to my new Janome I have an older Babylock Ellageo and a Babylock Imagine Serger that I couldn't do without!
I made all of my grandson's cloth diapers 5 years ago when he was born. I love to make All-in-One diapers. They have a waterproof outer layer and a wicking inner layer as well as several absorbant hidden layers. I enjoy embroidering the diapers and other baby items. I sold most of my diaper making fabric a couple of years ago. I could just kick myself because now I'm having to start over building a fabric stash!
I even made a dress for myself last week!! I rarely sew for myself and it was a lot of fun.
I'm really glad to have found this site! I'm a member of the Sewing Mamas site but I'm about 30 years older than most of their members. :)
Linda
This message was edited Oct 29, 2009 1:59 PM |
Qwilter
Severn, MD//Flem Is,, FL
(Zone 9a)
October 29, 2009
04:00 PM Post #7221177
| Welcome Linda...
Check out the tips & techniques postings.
And, if you can find a shop that gives beginner lessons - sign up. All the words in the world can't take the place of seeing someone do it. |
abbisgranma
(Marion) Havana, FL
(Zone 8b)
October 29, 2009
04:04 PM Post #7221182
| Linda, check out the threads on the sewing/quilting site. Qwilter is giving some extremely helpful hints on quilting and other contribute also. I am by no means a pro but am willing to share what little knowledge I have. Barb should be classing herself in the "pro" division also. LOL
I am currently finishing Halloween costumes for my 2 GDs--a witch and Barbie Musketeers outfit. Yikes, how did I ever get into this? |
Quilter5bdsr
(Barb) Hillsboro, NH
October 29, 2009
04:06 PM Post #7221189
| We are all different ages here so you will fit right in. That machine (11000) is an incredible one. My dealer was showing it to me a week ago. You will have fun with it. I am mostly a quilter myself rather than sewing clothing. I have made aprons, purses and such but not clothes for at least a good 30 years or more. There is usually some kind of swap starting every month or so but with the holidays coming up that slows down a bit. Everyone is busy trying to finish up gifts and such. We do have a signature block going on. I'll try to find a link for you. A lot of the other swaps are monthly ones that started months ago with limited participants and usually go for about a year. When the year end approaches, new swaps start. We would love to have you jump in.. |
Quilter5bdsr
(Barb) Hillsboro, NH
October 29, 2009
04:11 PM Post #7221202
| linda, check out the Fall/Winter Signature Block Swap. That one is open. |
TxBelle326
Dallas, TX
October 29, 2009
04:11 PM Post #7221205
| Thank you for the warm welcome, everyone!
The shop where I bought my machine offers unlimited free lessons. They are having a class in November for a black & white quilt. I think I'll sign up for that and just dive right in!
Meanwhile, I might attempt some place mats. I have tons a fabric and I'm sure I can find something that will work. I'm also thinking of making a flannel crib quilt with some really cute owl fabric.
|
Quilter5bdsr
(Barb) Hillsboro, NH
October 29, 2009
04:15 PM Post #7221221
| That sounds great Linda. You will have a great time with a class and I'm a firm advocate of classes. If you look back on some of these threads, you will see there are a lot of us that love black and white (ladydragon5!!!) and anyother colors as well..
Please remember that we LOVE pictures...Hint, hint |
babeegirl
Wichita, KS
(Zone 6a)
October 29, 2009
04:29 PM Post #7221258
| One word of advice about black/white quilts Linda. All whites are not necessarily "white". Some can have a creamy or off-white cast to them that's really not noticeable until you put it up next to another white. Be sure to take them over by a sunny window if you can to see if all the whites are true. In a BW quilt, having some off those "off" whites in there will really make them stick out and look kind of sickly. You can even take a plain sheet of bright white copy paper with you shopping to hold up next to the fabrics. |
flowrgirl1
Winston-Salem, NC
(Zone 7a)
October 29, 2009
05:12 PM Post #7221365
| I have gardened my whole life so i wanted to be flowergirl but that spelling was taken so flowrgirl1 it is. I'm a flowrgirl! |
jumper2
Huron, OH
(Zone 5b)
October 30, 2009
11:54 AM Post #7223751
| Nice to have you with us, Linda. I'm mostly a clothes sewer, but have started the quilting too. I'm currently
planning a quilt for my DD. |
TxBelle326
Dallas, TX
October 30, 2009
12:23 PM Post #7223808
| Thank you for the black and white advice. I'll be more aware now.
I want to make a quilt for my DGS and the new baby that's coming. I also want to make a wallhanging for my bedroom in Victorian style prints with some Victorian embroidery. First I need to practice, practice, practice!
Linda |
Tallulah_B
(Susan) Calgary, AB
(Zone 3b)
October 30, 2009
02:00 PM Post #7224097
| Hi all - well my name came from when I was 17 (y'know... one or 2 days ago LOL)
I was/am a strong personality and my drama coach thought I was like Tallulah Bankhead, and the thought stuck!!
For those of you who don't know who Tallulah Bankhead is, she was in the movies many many many years ago.
"Tallulah Bankhead's first part in a film was in 1917 and her first stage role in 1918. After a few other minor roles in film and on stage, she went to England in 1923, where she became famous for her flamboyant personality and deep voice, and was popular in the six plays in which she appeared.
In 1939, she received awards for her work in The Little Foxes by Lillian Helman, and in 1942 she won awards for her performance in Skin of Our Teeth. Her film performance in Hitchcock's Lifeboat in 1944 won yet more awards; in 1948 she starred in Otto Preminger's A Royal Scandal and in 1948 she starred on stage in Private Lives by Noel Coward...Her last acting performance was on the television series "Batman" in 1967.
I guess I can be flamboyant, and that's why my coach said what he did... that and being a "definite" type of person LOL
~Susan~ |
Hostanquilts
Tremont, IL
(Zone 5b)
October 30, 2009
04:12 PM Post #7224466
| It's been a long time since I posted anything in this forum or any forum on DG. Been too busy. I love to quilt & I love to raise Hosta & so I combined the 2 names to get my DG name of hostanquilts. I belong to some quilting forums and there I go by quiltsnhosta.
I used to sew a lot of my work clothes & my DDs dresses, etc., but in 1996 my DH bought a new Harley Motorcycle & I asked him about getting me a new sewing machine & he bought me a serger & a Janome MC4000. They included instructions on their use & the last class, the instructor told me I could make quilts on that machine. I said no, quilts are made by hand & she proceded to show me how to make a log cabin block. I went to the store bought a bunch of different fabric & went home & cut them up & the rest is history.
I'm not home right now, but when I do get home, I'll post a picture of the last quilt I did. It is blacks, whites & tans for the oldest DS & his wife. They have a Jack Russel Terrier & wanted thier quilt to reflex the color of his fur. It is quilted, but I don't have the binding on it yet. For some reason, I decided to do 9" block on points. I had about a dozen made when I discovered that there were a lot of block patterns for 9" blocks, so I got out the draft paper & redrew blocks to 9". It was quite an undertaking, but they are happy with the results.
Jan in Central Illinois |
taters55
(Linda Kay) Del Rio, TX
(Zone 9a)
October 30, 2009
04:21 PM Post #7224483
| Hello everyone. My name comes form my maiden name of Tate. All of us had some reference to potatoes as a nick name, and still use it today. |
morknotmindy
San Manuel, AZ
(Zone 8b)
October 30, 2009
04:22 PM Post #7224487
| Hello all, It is fun to read how you all picked your 'names'. My last name is Mork . Really... With reference to the TV series 'Mork and Mindy' I came up with morknotmindy. Lame I know but it was the best I could come up with... I once had a dog named Min and when I took her to obediance class they called us Mork and Mindy. We were the worst in class but it was a lot of fun. |
helenethequeen
Longboat Key, FL
(Zone 9b)
October 30, 2009
04:22 PM Post #7224488
| those are nice stories Helene |
Qwilter
Severn, MD//Flem Is,, FL
(Zone 9a)
October 30, 2009
08:04 PM Post #7225201
| Welcome Hostanquilts... hope you decide to hang around with us. |
nanniepb
Cumberland Mtns, TN
(Zone 6b)
October 30, 2009
09:56 PM Post #7225653
| yes. it is fun to see how our names evolved. I'm new to piecing and re-newed to gardening. I worked myself to death the last 10 years I worked so I never had time, then due to health reasons, I had to quit for awhile. I found DG while I was looking for anything and everything for Lady Banks Roses. then I got involved with the nuts on Mixed Seeds or Group trades...whatever the name is.
Actually, Ive fallen in love with Wintersowing too. ( i gathered more seeds today. my dining room table is missing! it looks like seed city instead)
I took a few Thimbleberries classes and project specific classes plus a couple of Block of the Month clubs...but I never ventured out into cutting a whole quilt out at a time by myself. i just followed the instructions. but I want to learn more. more.
and be better! I made purses from charm packs. and from Jelly rolls. now I want to make a quilt from one. if my 82 yr old aunt can do it...I should be able to also.
this is a good group...these ladies will be a big help to you. Welcome to DG. |
taters55
(Linda Kay) Del Rio, TX
(Zone 9a)
October 31, 2009
10:59 AM Post #7227035
| Did you ever find your ladybanks roses? |
nanniepb
Cumberland Mtns, TN
(Zone 6b)
November 02, 2009
04:47 AM Post #7232707
| Yes. do you have them? I saw some gorgeous arbors in GA...but ive not had much luck with them.
I ordered them from something Emporium. The Rose Emporium?
First I ordered them from the DG Marketplace but they froze the first winter. but htey were also very small. then last year, I decided I was going to plant a pink climber in my dad's yard in honor of my mom instead of buying flowers for the cemetary. i ordered a Lady Banks for me.
i think ive decided that East TN is too cold for them here so i'm not ging to chance it again...i'm hopping to pot it this week and keep it in the garage for the winter.
maybe i should ask someone before it do that.
|
siliolegma
Rochester, MI
November 02, 2009
11:08 AM Post #7233333
| nannie...you might try putting a rose cone over your plant to protect it. It works for me here in MI. Ours here look like an over sized styrofoam drinking cup and has rods to anchor it to ground. You can fill with leaves to further protect your rose.
I'm hoping to be your neighbor before too much longer. I have grands & great grands in the Knoxville area and am so tired of the winters here. |
taters55
(Linda Kay) Del Rio, TX
(Zone 9a)
November 02, 2009
12:40 PM Post #7233661
| I do have one I got in a swap this year. have it in a pot, and so far it is growing good. No blooms yet, but I am hoping next year, it will grow morw, and bloom. |
nanniepb
Cumberland Mtns, TN
(Zone 6b)
November 04, 2009
01:45 PM Post #7240952
| Linda, I had a LOT of growth this year but no blooms. and it totally needs to be in a new location. i got a new calendar for next year and one of the pictures is a arbor and fence covered in them! i am drooling.
siliolegma, thanks. i had roses in the south, not here. Our winters seemed to turn mild the year I move back here, 2005. then last year we had more freezing temps that lingered, but not much snow. But surely theyre mild here compared to MI.
Holler if you do move here. lol, that sounded su'thern, didn't it?
|
taters55
(Linda Kay) Del Rio, TX
(Zone 9a)
November 04, 2009
10:51 PM Post #7242748
| I have seen some beautiful pictures of the lady banks in bloom. They are pretty! 
Click the image for an enlarged view.
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Tallulah_B
(Susan) Calgary, AB
(Zone 3b)
November 04, 2009
11:33 PM Post #7242872
| That's gorgeous! And in full sun, there's a shady spot. How lovely and cool that looks!
~Susan~ |
nanniepb
Cumberland Mtns, TN
(Zone 6b)
November 06, 2009
02:31 PM Post #7247849
| this is a favorite pic I found on DG last year. but the ones I saw when I lived in GA got me hooked. 
Click the image for an enlarged view.
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taters55
(Linda Kay) Del Rio, TX
(Zone 9a)
November 06, 2009
02:46 PM Post #7247886
| Oh how pretty!
I am really hoping mine will take off next summer? |
