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Qwilter
Fleming Island, FL (Zone 9a)
January 21, 2011 5:20 AM Post #8321877
| We came from here: http://davesgarden.com/community/forums/t/1147168
This is definately quilt weather in most of the country.
What will you make to stay warm???
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Qwilter
Fleming Island, FL (Zone 9a)
January 21, 2011 5:29 AM Post #8321893
| 58 Days till Spring!!!!!!
God's Cake
Sometimes we wonder,
'What did I do to deserve this?' or 'Why did God have to do this to me?'
Here is a wonderful explanation!
A daughter is telling her Mother how everything is going wrong, she's failing algebra, her boyfriend
broke up with her and her best friend is moving away. Meanwhile, her Mother is baking a cake and
asks her daughter if she would like a snack, and the daughter says, 'Absolutely Mom, I love your cake.'
'Here, have some cooking oil,' her Mother offers. 'Yuck' says her daughter.
'How about a couple raw eggs?' 'Gross, Mom!'
'Would you like some flour then?
Or maybe baking soda?'
'Mom, those are all yucky!'
To which the mother replies :
'Yes, all those things seem bad all by themselves.
But when they are put together in the right way, they make a wonderfully delicious cake! '
God works the same way. Many times we wonder why He would let us go through such bad and difficult
times. But God knows that when He puts these things all in His order, they always work for good! We just
have to trust Him and, eventually, they will all make something wonderful!
God is crazy about you.
He sends you flowers every spring and a sunrise every morning.
Whenever you want to talk, He'll listen.
He can live anywhere in the universe,
and He chose your heart.
Life may not be the party we hoped for, but while we are
here we might as well dance!
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taters55
(Linda Kay) Del Rio, TX (Zone 9a)
January 21, 2011 5:40 AM Post #8321919
| Barb, that is so beautiful! Thanks! |
housse301
Lexington Park, MD
January 21, 2011 5:51 AM Post #8321944
| Kizmo that is just beauriful and I love all the colors together. Good work. |
Quilter5bdsr
(Barb) Hillsboro, NH (Zone 5a)
January 21, 2011 6:31 AM Post #8322044
| LK - I think I'm going to need to change my nickname. That was from Jean - Qwilter - I am Quilter5bdsr.
And yes, it is truly a wonderful piece. Thank you Jean...
And Laura is referring to Kizmo's quilt from the previous thread. Maybe we could move it over?
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taters55
(Linda Kay) Del Rio, TX (Zone 9a)
January 21, 2011 6:36 AM Post #8322053
| So sorry, I keep geting yout two mixed up! |
Quilter5bdsr
(Barb) Hillsboro, NH (Zone 5a)
January 21, 2011 6:52 AM Post #8322088
| We don't mind Linda - your heart is in the right place and that is what matters... |
siliolegma
Traverse City, MI
January 21, 2011 6:58 AM Post #8322105
| I have to confess, I made a list of every ones screen name along with their real name and keep it by my computer. I have such a hodge podge mind, it's the only way I can keep it all straight. |
Quilter5bdsr
(Barb) Hillsboro, NH (Zone 5a)
January 21, 2011 7:00 AM Post #8322113
| I'm honored that you thought enough to do that Karen. That's very thoughtful-- |
Kizmo
Marietta, OH (Zone 6a)
January 21, 2011 7:08 AM Post #8322137
| Thanks everyone! I made this my mission to put SOMETHING together correctly, since I had all these scraps laying all over the table. It was just finding enough pieces of this and that to make 9 blocks that were the same. There is only one lavendar that is different in one of the blocks, but other than that, I used 20 different pieces for each plate, not counting the center piece. Helped reduce the 'swap and donated' pile, but now just smaller pieces LOL
Working on a heart project this morning, trying to just use stash and leftover stuff... straining my poor brain. LOL This is a quarter log cabin, made into a heart. 
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Kizmo
Marietta, OH (Zone 6a)
January 21, 2011 7:10 AM Post #8322140
| duh, here's the previous pic... (yep, definitely need more coffee...) 
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Quilter5bdsr
(Barb) Hillsboro, NH (Zone 5a)
January 21, 2011 7:17 AM Post #8322161
| Love the heart Kathy. very nice and looks fairly easy too... |
Kizmo
Marietta, OH (Zone 6a)
January 21, 2011 7:42 AM Post #8322208
| Barb, that's a quarter log cabin, 1.5" strips to make a 6" block, yep, pretty easy. another EB pattern... are you still getting snow?
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ladydragon5
Fostoria, OH (Zone 5a)
January 21, 2011 8:26 AM Post #8322272
| Kathy I love the purple and green quilt. Would look wonderful in my quest bedroom; one of the swaps I asked for lavender and green just for that room.
I like the pattern, too. I must remember that although it takes a lot of choices to make it look just right. Congrats. |
FLStu
Lowell, IN (Zone 5b)
January 21, 2011 8:44 AM Post #8322294
| Kiz... you HAVE to put on your back label a quest for the reader to find the one block that is different. A great quilt AND a conversation piece. |
Quilter5bdsr
(Barb) Hillsboro, NH (Zone 5a)
January 21, 2011 9:52 AM Post #8322408
| It's still spitting snow here Kathy. We ended up with about 5-7" of the new stuff. At this rate I won't find my grill until Halloween!!!! I love Stu's idea about making them search for the block that is different!!! Excellent training for the mind and helps keep the old noodle active!!!! |
Qwilter
Fleming Island, FL (Zone 9a)
January 21, 2011 10:03 AM Post #8322421
| Way way to tell Barb & I apart - she's much shorter!!!!!! |
Qwilter
Fleming Island, FL (Zone 9a)
January 21, 2011 10:11 AM Post #8322439
| Has anyone heard from Helene in the past couple days? I don't see any postings.
Am concerned about her & DH. |
helenethequeen
Longboat Key, FL (Zone 9b)
January 21, 2011 12:27 PM Post #8322629
| helene's DH passed on to better pastures, this AM. He was gum on my shoe and sooo missed aleady. in a coma for almost 2 weeks very sick .To see him like that every day was hard.
Kathy glad to see you back. That quilt is me I love, love purples. |
jumper2
Huron, OH (Zone 5b)
January 21, 2011 12:30 PM Post #8322634
| Helene, sorry to hear your news. Lots of hugs and prayers winging your way. |
taters55
(Linda Kay) Del Rio, TX (Zone 9a)
January 21, 2011 12:30 PM Post #8322635
| So sorry to hear that Helene!
((((((((((((((((HUGS))))))))))))))))
Let us know if there is anything we can do! Were always here if you need to talk! |
FLStu
Lowell, IN (Zone 5b)
January 21, 2011 12:31 PM Post #8322639
| Helene... So sorry to hear that. You and your family are in our prayers. |
housse301
Lexington Park, MD
January 21, 2011 1:20 PM Post #8322713
| Helene so sorry to hear about your DH. As said prior if anything is needed let us know. You are in my prayers. |
helenethequeen
Longboat Key, FL (Zone 9b)
January 21, 2011 1:44 PM Post #8322736
| Thank you one and all.
This is soo difficult as the reality sets in.
We moved permanently here to Fl. 2 years ago. We did have this place for over 20 years so it was the thing to do. I do not like this island living as it is very transient - people come and go. Winter we have the snow birds (such as we were) and in summer very busy with Floridians vacationing. Plus to do any shopping is always 1/2 + hour to get to Sarasota or Bradenton. So this January I accepted the fact that we are staying in the place because he was to have knee surgery, eye surgery. and this procedure for gall stone. So much was spared him with what happened but I am in a Pickle Jar - finances what they are have affected this household as well, then I have never lived alone. Just Chris and I was hard enough because there were always other people living with us.
So many decisions ahead of me which many of you have mastered in one form or another.
Again thank you every one Helene |
siliolegma
Traverse City, MI
January 21, 2011 2:10 PM Post #8322812
| Helene dear, please don't rush into any decisions regarding your future. You'll need a few months to let reality set in and then think about any changes you might want to make. We are all here for you. Hugs. |
barefootT
(thunder)Wildwood, FL (Zone 9a)
January 21, 2011 3:57 PM Post #8323026
| ((((((((((((((((((((((Helene))))))))))))))))))))))))))) I agree...do not rush into anything...unless it is to ask us for something...hugs and love to you. |
FLStu
Lowell, IN (Zone 5b)
January 21, 2011 4:13 PM Post #8323071
| And if you need to get a way for a bit or have visitors, ask out. I echo what the others are saying. Don't do anything but heal right now. I also strongly recommend that you call Hospice for a spouses support group. You're not the only one who is going through exactly what you are and will be. Believe me, you will find some solice, solidarity and, most important, not be alone with the support that awaits you there. |
Elida
Henagar, AL (Zone 7b)
January 21, 2011 5:25 PM Post #8323183
| so sorry Helene, everyone here loves you and if there was something you need please let us know. my sympathy and hugs to you also. Karen "Elida". |
Quilter5bdsr
(Barb) Hillsboro, NH (Zone 5a)
January 21, 2011 5:50 PM Post #8323230
| My dear Helene - there are no words to tell you how sorry I was to read this today. I wish I were there to offer a warm hug and a shoulder. I will keep you close in my prayers and pray God grants you His grace. You were a wonderful helpmate to your DH and as lost as you may feel right now, that will change as your family helps you through all this. I am here for you anytime you need to step away from things and just have a chat. God bless you and your family. |
helenethequeen
Longboat Key, FL (Zone 9b)
January 21, 2011 6:51 PM Post #8323329
| geeez... Thank you again all. I am not whining just want to share too because i learned other things here besides quilting
My DD's are coming to Fl. tomorrow - they are old enough to take over some of the planning. For here we thought service in the club house and lunch, as people he knew want a closure.
Eulogy given by my DB.
He knew many and was loved by many and then up north Brewster NY where he was involved with soccer club and other things, fam, friends neighbors etc.etc. service and lunch at restaurant up North.
His motto was to make a friend every second day and he did, beach, pool and biking.
Europe it's customary to send a black framed cards with birth and death date's info. which we have to send to many of his remaining soccer friends and extended family.
Perhaps one of these days I'll share a bio. quite interesting as most of our lives are, if well lived, planned and with pebbles thrown into our paths. This is more than a pebble more like a boulder...Helene
54 years ago he still had his gogeous hair.
I much rather plan a wedding...
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Catbird423
Odenton, MD (Zone 7b)
January 21, 2011 7:39 PM Post #8323417
| Helene, I am so very sorry for you. My thoughts and prayers are with you. |
housse301
Lexington Park, MD
January 22, 2011 4:35 AM Post #8323688
| What a beautiful wedding picture.
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Quilter5bdsr
(Barb) Hillsboro, NH (Zone 5a)
January 22, 2011 5:44 AM Post #8323772
| You were so fortunate to be together for so many years. It speaks well of your love and devotion. And yes, what a handsome bridegroom!!! AND such a beautiful bride as well... |
taters55
(Linda Kay) Del Rio, TX (Zone 9a)
January 22, 2011 8:01 AM Post #8324054
| Helen, I agree with the ladies, your wedding picture is so beautiful!
(((((((((HUGS))))))) |
ladydragon5
Fostoria, OH (Zone 5a)
January 22, 2011 9:05 AM Post #8324142
| I know this may sound strange, Helene, but try and relax and enjoy the services for your DH. When Dad passed the pastor who gave the service knew Dad quite well and had many personal things to say. Others who came to the viewing and service had known him in very different capacities and shared thoughts and incidents that I never knew. It did me and my children good to hear how everyone loved Dad.
My one DIL even had it together enough to take flowers from the service and bring them home to dry. Then a friend of hers made a necklace made from beads made from those dried flowers. She gave me the necklace at Christmas.
As others have said, Helene, take your time to get use to the idea of being without your DH. I know that your daughters will be of comfort and help you make those decisions when the time is right.
There are so many options open to people today in retirement that it takes viewing all the options, reviewing your financing, and deciding where you want to live; not in that order. I knew I wanted to live near one or more of my boys so that narrowed the search to an area. I took my finances in to my local credit union where I am a member and they had someone who would review everything and tell me how much I could afford to spend as down payment and daily expenses. That was free! Then I knew when I looked it I could afford the place or not.
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helenethequeen
Longboat Key, FL (Zone 9b)
January 22, 2011 9:53 AM Post #8324188
| This has been so helpful Thank you all. And with this thought we will end the subject and see what everyone is working on.
Yes?
Helene |
taters55
(Linda Kay) Del Rio, TX (Zone 9a)
January 22, 2011 10:18 AM Post #8324217
| Janice, did you ever sell your old home?
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housse301
Lexington Park, MD
January 22, 2011 10:21 AM Post #8324220
| Ok this is a log cabin throw for my living room still needs some borders. I am also making 2 pillows to match. 
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taters55
(Linda Kay) Del Rio, TX (Zone 9a)
January 22, 2011 10:30 AM Post #8324233
| That is very pretty! |
siliolegma
Traverse City, MI
January 22, 2011 11:05 AM Post #8324283
| Very pretty Laura, nice color combo. |
housse301
Lexington Park, MD
January 22, 2011 11:07 AM Post #8324286
| It was a moda jelly roll. My picture is a bit croocked. |
Qwilter
Fleming Island, FL (Zone 9a)
January 22, 2011 12:39 PM Post #8324397
| I met today with a group who does quits for Veterns in the VA hospital & children in a local cancer center. Very nice group of ladies. And the stash of fabrics they have!!!!! They get donations from as far away as CA. The pot-luck-lunch was also wonderful. The meet every other Sat from 9-3 and I hope to go once a month. It's 45 mi away, but no traffic on the weekend.
So I got pieces cut out for 3 childrens quilts & brought 2 soldier quilts home to longarm. Now I just beed to get busy. |
psychw2
(Pat) Othello, WA (Zone 6a)
January 22, 2011 1:30 PM Post #8324455
| Wish I had the room for a longarm let alone the $ to buy one!! I'm going to try and learn the QAYG techniques. |
housse301
Lexington Park, MD
January 22, 2011 3:16 PM Post #8324616
| I would like to learn the QAYG techniques also. I have seen a video somewhere on how to but do not remember where? |
taters55
(Linda Kay) Del Rio, TX (Zone 9a)
January 22, 2011 5:01 PM Post #8324791
| Lots of videos on YouTube. |
cheriffic
(Cheryl) Wilmington, MA
January 22, 2011 8:09 PM Post #8325111
| ((((((HUGS)))))))) Helene
Cher |
Qwilter
Fleming Island, FL (Zone 9a)
January 23, 2011 3:33 AM Post #8325333
| So, you folks up North, how many quilts are on your beds these days????
This cold spell is keeping my ears cold all the time.
Even the cats curl up in tight balls to sleep.
Need to get downstairs & fire up the long arm. I have 10 tops (not counting mine) that need quilted. If I had pellets, I might even fire up the stove in the basement. Luckily we did put heat vents in down there a couple years ago so it stays rather warm. |
Quilter5bdsr
(Barb) Hillsboro, NH (Zone 5a)
January 23, 2011 5:59 AM Post #8325481
| It was -11 --- yes, minus eleven --- degrees when we got up this morning. Now it is up to a balmy 4 degrees. I might even sit out on hte deck this morning - NOT. It is "stay in the house and move around a lot to stay warm" weather up here right now. I don't know how Karen in Michigan and all the other ladies in the central states manage to stay warm. They get this cold fairly often as we only get it once in a while... Tomorrow is supposed to be even colder!!!
Anyway, we are staying nice and warm and I hope to be sewing soon... |
housse301
Lexington Park, MD
January 23, 2011 6:30 AM Post #8325534
| Barb that is cold...Do you have alot of snow? |
siliolegma
Traverse City, MI
January 23, 2011 7:54 AM Post #8325674
| It is indeed cold here in MI. How do we stay warm? LOL we don't. Trying to move to TN as soon as we can sell here. Now there's a joke...nothing is selling here. |
Quilter5bdsr
(Barb) Hillsboro, NH (Zone 5a)
January 23, 2011 8:19 AM Post #8325712
| Standing on the ground snow is still about 12" deep. Seeing as it was around 20" we have had some melting and compacting. It fell as light and fluffy and now it's packed down almost solid... It will be a long time going away this spring I think. And now they are saying another storm on Wednesday!!!
It truly is stay in the house days for me.
My brother-in-law just stopped in - I'll chat later... |
psychw2
(Pat) Othello, WA (Zone 6a)
January 23, 2011 8:56 AM Post #8325768
| We've had snow on the ground for 2 solid months and some COLD days. It's the freezing rain though that I HATE. We suck it up and heat the house as much as needed. We have 2 quilts on the bed and I only sleep with a sheet most nights. My DH uses the quilts. |
ladydragon5
Fostoria, OH (Zone 5a)
January 23, 2011 11:21 AM Post #8326020
| Barb, you all had more than we have had this year. It seems to start with us and get worse as it travels east. We have had single digits and below 0, too. My bedroom is the warmest in the house so at night I gather my books, TV remote and the dog and climb in my warm bed.
I was in Lansing last week to close on the house. It went to a 22 yr old man that only brought a check for $1700 to the table with a loan of 4.75% interest and monthly payment of $305! I, on the other hand, brought a check for $27,000 to the table after having been making payments of $550 a month. Oh, well, it is done and gone and I don't have to worry about it any more. It was a shame though, it was a really nice house with new windows, siding, kitchen, bath and hard wood throughout. He got a steal!!! |
psychw2
(Pat) Othello, WA (Zone 6a)
January 23, 2011 2:19 PM Post #8326254
| OH Janice, I'm so sorry you had to pay to get OUT from under the house. Our house in Boise is still not sold and I know how much I want to get out from under it! |
siliolegma
Traverse City, MI
January 23, 2011 3:26 PM Post #8326337
| Janice, I sure feel your pain. We have this place plus our home up north for sale. No bites on either one. If up north sells we will probably just strip this one and walk away. In a few month we won't even have a choice as we won't be able to pay lot rent here and will be evicted. We can live cheaper up north until it sells. This is a very nice mobile in a nice clean senior park. We have added a large room and made quality upgrades, but no one wants to pay more than 5 or 6 thousand. All we are asking is 20 and at that we will be losing 40. |
taters55
(Linda Kay) Del Rio, TX (Zone 9a)
January 24, 2011 4:57 AM Post #8327123
| Saying prayers for your place to sell for you, at price you need for no losses! SO hard to live in a mobile home park, as the lot rent is so expensive! When my Mom passed away, thier home was valued at $40,000.00, but we had to sell it at $10,000.00 just to get rid of it! The $450.00 per month lot rent was killing all of us, just to keep it there, plus the utilites we had to keep active, so things would not freeze. |
siliolegma
Traverse City, MI
January 24, 2011 6:35 AM Post #8327293
| That is a factor here Linda, We just didn't expect a change in our circumstances. We are definitely not alone. |
psychw2
(Pat) Othello, WA (Zone 6a)
January 24, 2011 7:23 AM Post #8327369
| I'm grateful our lot rent is only $320 in Idaho. |
ladydragon5
Fostoria, OH (Zone 5a)
January 24, 2011 10:49 AM Post #8327710
| Yes, we've all been hit by this recession. The thing that gets me is that none of us expected to get rich on our homes; just get a little out of the updates we put in and have someone take it that would love it like we did. Instead we are having to see our houses lay vacant or going to speculators at outrageous prices.
All my life I have always paid my bills on time even when money was really tight. I prided myself on having excellent credit. Then I had to stop making payments on the house to get the bank to even consider a short sale and now, even though I
have sold it, they show a reposition on my credit. Luckily, at my age I'm not going to buy anything big or, with Dad's money, I can afford to pay for things and so I don't need the credit. But most are not that lucky |
siliolegma
Traverse City, MI
January 24, 2011 12:10 PM Post #8327839
| You are right on Janice, We've never been wealthy but we were comfortable and have never had to struggle with bills. This is just a foreign concept to us. In the 7 years we have live here our lot rent has increased $200. It does include water, sewage, and trash pick-up so really isn't outrageous. But paying here and maintaining up north is simply beyond our means. We had always thought that would be what we would leave our children to enjoy. It's breaking our hearts to sell but we need to survive a few more years. |
ladydragon5
Fostoria, OH (Zone 5a)
January 24, 2011 12:22 PM Post #8327852
| Karen I'm going to be in Detroit this week to stay with the grandboys. I found a quilt shop called Guildcrafters on W. 12 Mile near Royal Oak. Do you know the place? The pictures make it look amazing and I could get really lost in there for a while. I looked for some others but got them in Brighton and Howell. Have to look those up when I go to Lansing sometime. |
siliolegma
Traverse City, MI
January 24, 2011 1:59 PM Post #8328017
| Hmmm No Janice I have never been to that shop. There is one on 17 Mile at Ryan called Quilting Friends. And a very nice one in downtown Rochester called Cristina's on2nd just W. of Main. Haberman's in Royal Oak is a tremendous all round fabric shop. |
Elida
Henagar, AL (Zone 7b)
January 24, 2011 5:18 PM Post #8328386
| Karen, how long have you lived in the Detroit area? I have a question for you if you have lived there "forever". lol |
siliolegma
Traverse City, MI
January 24, 2011 6:13 PM Post #8328520
| Pretty much forever. I was born here, have moved away a couple of times but not for long. Ask away. LOL
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Elida
Henagar, AL (Zone 7b)
January 24, 2011 8:08 PM Post #8328758
| Thank you Karen, not sure of your age and no need to tell, around fifty years ago we were going to relatives in Detroit, after dark, and there was a huge birthday cake all lit up with neon lights (I assume) and my guess was that it was probably a milestone for Ford motor company, do you recall that "cake"? Don't know why I never asked my parents, they're gone now, but I never forgot that. |
siliolegma
Traverse City, MI
January 24, 2011 8:14 PM Post #8328769
| Hmmm I don't know and neither does my Hubby(and he's really old) , but I'll ask my uncle tomorrow. He's 80 but remembers everything. I'll let you know what I find out. |
psychw2
(Pat) Othello, WA (Zone 6a)
January 24, 2011 8:31 PM Post #8328799
| Hey... watch it with the "old jokes", I resemble that! LOL |
siliolegma
Traverse City, MI
January 24, 2011 9:22 PM Post #8328876
| What I found out with random "Googling": 1958 Ford Motors 50th Anniversary, 1959 Oldsmobile 50th Anniversary, 1964 Dodge Motors 50th anniversary. All these are likely candidates. I'll still check with my uncle.
Hey Pat? "Old" is not a joke anymore now that I are there. LOL |
FLStu
Lowell, IN (Zone 5b)
January 25, 2011 6:26 AM Post #8329205
| Had a notice about this quilt show in NYC and thought that any of you who are near or planning on visiting there would like to know. It's billed as the largest Quilt show in NYC history.
http://www.folkartmuseum.org./infinitevariety
Added: this is the article in the newsletter:
The Biggest Quilt Show in the History of NYC
How is that for a luscious quilt photo?
In case you haven't heard the news, there is going to be a once-in-a-lifestime show of quilts in Manhattan from March 25-31. There will be a display of 650 quilts at the Park Avenue Armory, all of them red and white quilts, all owned by one private collector. "Infinite Variety" is the name of the show, because no two quilt designs are identical.
There are many remarkable things about this upcoming show, not the least of which is that it will be FREE, thanks to the wealthy collector who wanted to share her unusual collection to celebrate her birthday (she's not saying which one). Also unusual is that the collector hired a cutting-edge design firm called Thinc to design the exhibit, a firm that has done Epcot pavilions and major museum shows in the past, and it won't look like any quilt show you ever saw.
You can read more about the press-shy quilt collector, Joanna Rose, in my column, The Skinny, in the February issue of Quilter's Home magazine.
But here's something you won't read there, because it happened just recently: I've been asked to moderate a public conversation about modern quilting at the Armory, between two members of Quiltopian royalty: Paula Nadelstern and Alex Anderson. Both are extremely wise, warm, and open, but come from different spheres of quilting.This will happen at 4 pm, Saturday, March 26. Although the quilt show itself is free, this event, followed by a reception and book signing, will cost $25. Be there or be...sorry.
You can find the address of the armory at the website of the American Folk Art Museum, which is working with Joanna Rose on the show.
http://www.FolkArtMuseum.org.
And while you are at the site, look up my lecture and workshop at the Folk Art Museum itself(45 West 53rd Street) on Saturday, January 29. At 11 am, I'm giving a lecture called "What is a Quilt? And Why You Should Make One." In the afternoon, I'll conduct a beginners' workshop called Your First Quilt.If you know any beginners in the area, this will be a fun class.
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siliolegma
Traverse City, MI
January 25, 2011 6:45 AM Post #8329237
| Oh Wow Stu, That looks fabulous. The quilt shown is one you have to look at sitting down. Sure would be a wonderous sight to see. |
siliolegma
Traverse City, MI
January 25, 2011 7:04 AM Post #8329266
| Well Elida, I asked my uncle and he can't recall what that might have been. So...I suppose unless it was one of the events I mentioned earlier, it will remain a mystery. Sorry I was no help, Karen |
Elida
Henagar, AL (Zone 7b)
January 25, 2011 5:19 PM Post #8330241
| thank you Karen, I will assume that it was for one of the car factories too.Nice memory though. |
FLStu
Lowell, IN (Zone 5b)
January 27, 2011 3:05 AM Post #8332742
| Another thing you ca do with your scraps and postage stamp sizes.
http://littlequilts.blogspot.com/2011/01/stunning-quilt-show... |
housse301
Lexington Park, MD
January 27, 2011 3:37 AM Post #8332749
| That is just amazing work. Those blocks look small. |
Qwilter
Fleming Island, FL (Zone 9a)
January 27, 2011 3:48 AM Post #8332760
| housse, how much snow did you get????? We only have @10" up here.
I was hoping to stay indoors till sunrise, but my overzealous neighbor, who ownes the snow blower, is already out so I must get dressed & go out also if I want to take advantage of it. Otherwise, I'll be shovelling my rather long, 2 lane driveway and the HUGE pile at the end keft by the snow plow.
Work isn't opening till noon today... |
housse301
Lexington Park, MD
January 27, 2011 3:49 AM Post #8332761
| Jean just a couple of inches maybe 4. Enough to close schools and make a mess. |
Quilter5bdsr
(Barb) Hillsboro, NH (Zone 5a)
January 27, 2011 5:23 AM Post #8332858
| How far apart are you two? Big difference between 4" and 10" . I know what you mean though as my states totals vary from north to south. |
taters55
(Linda Kay) Del Rio, TX (Zone 9a)
January 27, 2011 5:27 AM Post #8332868
| Oh my gosh, I could not imagine working with such tiny pieces, to make a 1 inch finished 4 patch block! WOW! I think I would be permanently crosseyed! |
housse301
Lexington Park, MD
January 27, 2011 5:37 AM Post #8332882
| Barb I am about 2 hours SE of Jean. |
Qwilter
Fleming Island, FL (Zone 9a)
January 27, 2011 6:14 AM Post #8332942
| My weather is close to Balt weather whereas housse is closer to DC weather.
In 2 hours 6 driveways & sidewalks have been cleared. Nice invigorating way to start my day.
Now to hit the shower, get dressed, go to PT and then onto work by noon.
And I had so hoped work would be closed so I could stay home & sew all day... |
Quilter5bdsr
(Barb) Hillsboro, NH (Zone 5a)
January 27, 2011 7:07 AM Post #8333047
| Never when you want it Jean----wish you could too. That's a lot of snow removal. Where in heavens name are you putting the snow??? It must piled really high by now. |
psychw2
(Pat) Othello, WA (Zone 6a)
January 27, 2011 7:16 AM Post #8333069
| We had a 6 foot pile of snow in front of our pickup until recently when it finally melted. I will not miss winter when this spring comes! |
barefootT
(thunder)Wildwood, FL (Zone 9a)
January 27, 2011 7:26 AM Post #8333086
| I enjoyed watching my son and DIL have a snowball fight when I was in NC...
it sure can make for some pretty photos...otherwise NO THANKS I do not like snow!!!
hope Y'all stay safe and warm  |
Qwilter
Fleming Island, FL (Zone 9a)
January 27, 2011 9:27 AM Post #8333285
| 10" is nothing!!!!! Just move it to the side. Now the 3' we had last year was a very different story.
Supposed to get a bit more tonite and then another front coming thre Tues/Wed next week.
52 days till Spring!!!!! |
FLStu
Lowell, IN (Zone 5b)
January 27, 2011 12:40 PM Post #8333600
| It's a chilly 55 F here right now with the high of 61 and low of 40. Sorry, couldn't resist. |
taters55
(Linda Kay) Del Rio, TX (Zone 9a)
January 27, 2011 1:54 PM Post #8333676
| It is 65 here today, down to 31 tonight, and tomorrow is supposed to be 70, and low of 47. |
housse301
Lexington Park, MD
January 27, 2011 3:06 PM Post #8333801
| Soggy muddy mess. Rain then snow and temps to 40 today then low 30 tonight. |
jumper2
Huron, OH (Zone 5b)
January 27, 2011 5:30 PM Post #8334064
| high of 30, started snowing again. Painting sewing room, hope to be done in a few days. |
Quilter5bdsr
(Barb) Hillsboro, NH (Zone 5a)
January 28, 2011 4:04 AM Post #8334555
| I'm just going to hide in a hole until the temps warm up!!!!! Our lows for the next week don't even reach 10*... I'm hoping to work on a mystery quilt I started in a class last fall. My swap blocks are done so I have a bit of time for me before doing a charity thing or two for the other room. Off to clean my kitchen and then to sew!!!! |
Qwilter
Fleming Island, FL (Zone 9a)
January 28, 2011 4:44 AM Post #8334589
| I say we Northeners head down & visit Linda Kay till Spring thaw!!!! Mid 70s in central TX these days. |
taters55
(Linda Kay) Del Rio, TX (Zone 9a)
January 28, 2011 5:30 AM Post #8334641
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Quilter5bdsr
(Barb) Hillsboro, NH (Zone 5a)
January 28, 2011 8:38 AM Post #8334995
| Pitch a tent LK -- We are on the way!!!! And wouldn't you just curl right up if we showed up on your doorstep????? |
jumper2
Huron, OH (Zone 5b)
January 28, 2011 9:08 AM Post #8335071
| sounds like a plan! |
FLStu
Lowell, IN (Zone 5b)
January 28, 2011 9:36 AM Post #8335111
| Aunt Bea's is closing and have a clearance sale... http://www.auntbeasfabric.com/ |
siliolegma
Traverse City, MI
January 28, 2011 11:30 AM Post #8335282
| OK side trip to Aunt Bea's then on to Linda's |
abbisgranma
(Marion) Havana, FL (Zone 8b)
January 28, 2011 2:54 PM Post #8335626
| Helene, I have just managed to get online and was deeply sadden to hear of your husbands passing. I agree with everything the others said earlier--take time for now. That was probably the best advice I received. My heart goes out to you anf your family and like everyone else, if I can be of any help, let me know.
We are going on adrenaline right now. We were told Wednesday it could be a day or if we are very lucky 2 months but the Hospice doctor doesn't think it will be that long. Mom has been told what is happening but that no conclusive diagnoises unless a biopsy. She said no. No time expectations have been discussed unless she has taked with the Hospice reps and we haven't been told. Sew dear friends, keeping working on your projects and if you have a second, please keep us in your thoughts and prayers. |
taters55
(Linda Kay) Del Rio, TX (Zone 9a)
January 28, 2011 3:32 PM Post #8335705
| Oh Marion, sending you big (((((((((((((((((((((HUGS))))))))))))))))))) and lots of prayers coming your way! Praying she is not in a lot of pain. |
FLStu
Lowell, IN (Zone 5b)
January 28, 2011 7:20 PM Post #8336101
| Marion...Prayers are with you. |
jumper2
Huron, OH (Zone 5b)
January 28, 2011 7:32 PM Post #8336120
| prayers from here too. |
housse301
Lexington Park, MD
January 29, 2011 4:52 AM Post #8336402
| Marion you and yours are in my prayers . |
gardenglory
Gainesville, FL (Zone 9a)
January 29, 2011 6:02 AM Post #8336476
|
Im working on some daylily door prizes. Little wall hangings with sayings and pictures. The sayings are just screen printed on them and as careful as I thought I was being, the warm fabric has made one of my daylilies streak. Do you know if there is anything that I might be able to wipe that off the fabric with.
Thinking of you often Marion. Looking forward to seeing you in the next 'chapter'. I think and hope its under the heading of fun. I dont know whats with the VIRGOS having such a rough 6 ish year run...I know Im personally getting sick of it ;-o.
I know you just want your Mom to be pain free and comfortable. I think even at this age and in this circumstance, the saying "if mamma aint happy, nobody is happy", still fits. Maybe in a different way, but you get it.
Blessings
Pam
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Mojoquilter
Wichita, KS (Zone 6a)
January 29, 2011 6:33 AM Post #8336541
| if it's like the stuff I used for Sarah's music quilt, the screenprinting stuff doesn't lift well
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Qwilter
Fleming Island, FL (Zone 9a)
January 29, 2011 6:39 AM Post #8336554
| Have you tried a stain remover pen??? |
Quilter5bdsr
(Barb) Hillsboro, NH (Zone 5a)
January 29, 2011 6:58 AM Post #8336594
| You and your family are in my prayers every day my friend. I'm so glad you have hospice care as they are so great about the patient being as comfortable as possible. I'll never forget the care they gave my Mom and I'm forever grateful. We are here for you whenever and wherever you need us to be. God bless ... |
gardenglory
Gainesville, FL (Zone 9a)
January 29, 2011 7:00 AM Post #8336596
| Ive started over on them. Even tho they are technically ruined. I want to have the back ups made before I hit them up with something costic and totally 'fry' them. You cant see any lines in the drawings messed up, but there is just some ink streaked from someplace. I cant imagine what they would look like if I hadnt of been being careful |
Qwilter
Fleming Island, FL (Zone 9a)
January 29, 2011 7:39 AM Post #8336649
| Are you using a steam iron??? Switch to a dry iron to set the pics, with a pressing cloth 1st. |
gardenglory
Gainesville, FL (Zone 9a)
January 29, 2011 8:30 AM Post #8336739
| O wow, did that work like a champ. I had no idea I could set a hot iron WITH a presing cloth to that ink. The heat even got up a few of the streaks.
Im still starting over, but Ill know next time!!! |
Qwilter
Fleming Island, FL (Zone 9a)
January 29, 2011 9:04 AM Post #8336793
| You should always heat set any design that is inked. But you have to use a dry iron. |
gardenglory
Gainesville, FL (Zone 9a)
January 29, 2011 10:26 AM Post #8336911
| I dont usually have my iron on steam at all when quilting. Sure enough, I didnt pay attention and someone had used the iron and turned some steam on. I guess thats all it took, cuz I was being so careful with the iron itself. I know now. Thanks. |
helenethequeen
Longboat Key, FL (Zone 9b)
January 29, 2011 10:34 AM Post #8336934
| Geeez, Marion, I am so sorry.
My thoughts are of you,
my prayers are for your mom
and my heart is with you.
I'll say this - aging is an on going process of hard work. Helene
|
siliolegma
Traverse City, MI
January 29, 2011 11:44 AM Post #8337075
| http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=7lfaSmDxVZQ
Check this out for inspiration. |
housse301
Lexington Park, MD
January 29, 2011 12:30 PM Post #8337139
| Oh my gosh it is so amazing what she can do and is blind. |
taters55
(Linda Kay) Del Rio, TX (Zone 9a)
January 29, 2011 12:53 PM Post #8337176
| Wow, the work she does is amazing! |
Qwilter
Fleming Island, FL (Zone 9a)
January 29, 2011 1:02 PM Post #8337191
| Helene - are you back in FL????
Missed you |
helenethequeen
Longboat Key, FL (Zone 9b)
January 29, 2011 1:50 PM Post #8337262
| No heading up North tomorrow, NJ and than Brewster NY for Funeral services on Feb 5th in Lutheran Church. Had to have some silk Longjohns and tops shipped there for layering. I don't even have stockings. Just don't need them here but a few days of the year. So sad. Thanks for caring |
abbisgranma
(Marion) Havana, FL (Zone 8b)
January 29, 2011 2:51 PM Post #8337370
| Helene, safe trip and know I am thinking of you at this time.
Be warm and take care of yourself.
Thanks everyone, we are managing to make each day count. |
barefootT
(thunder)Wildwood, FL (Zone 9a)
January 29, 2011 2:58 PM Post #8337376
| BIG HUGS and safe journey Helene...
and BIG HUGS to Marion. |
Quilter5bdsr
(Barb) Hillsboro, NH (Zone 5a)
January 29, 2011 3:15 PM Post #8337399
| Safe journey and please know how much we DO care. God bless you... |
Quilter5bdsr
(Barb) Hillsboro, NH (Zone 5a)
January 30, 2011 5:27 AM Post #8338233
| Good morning all. Thought I'd pull out a UFO to work on. I started this mystery quilt last fall and only got a little way due a machine malfunction at the class. One thing lead to another and I put it aside. Time to get it done! Here are the first four rows of (I think) thirteen. 
Click the image for an enlarged view.
|
housse301
Lexington Park, MD
January 30, 2011 6:44 AM Post #8338354
| WOW Barb it is turning out amazing. Love the colors.So how large is it? |
Mojoquilter
Wichita, KS (Zone 6a)
January 30, 2011 10:21 AM Post #8338696
| Today...I'm making nothing. My chair is occupied. 
Click the image for an enlarged view.
|
Quilter5bdsr
(Barb) Hillsboro, NH (Zone 5a)
January 30, 2011 11:20 AM Post #8338771
| Laura - it should come out to about 77 X 91 when it's finished. I'm putting a pretty wide border on it...Just the piecing alone would be 57 X 71... So I have a long way to go. Making the blocks for eadh row is time consuming but I can't sit and make ALL the four patch blocks or ALL the step block for the whole quilt at one time. I get too bored. This way I only make what I need for the next row...Silly perhaps but it works for me. |
psychw2
(Pat) Othello, WA (Zone 6a)
January 30, 2011 1:00 PM Post #8338905
| Sondra, what a beautiful kitty.
Barb, WHATEVER works is what works. You make such beautiful things that it would be tough to argue about YOUR method! |
jumper2
Huron, OH (Zone 5b)
January 30, 2011 1:22 PM Post #8338948
| my cats do that too! Nitwit looks way too comfortable. |
Kizmo
Marietta, OH (Zone 6a)
February 1, 2011 11:28 AM Post #8343127
| here's a link for free paper-pieced patterns of all types, has some really cute ones, look fairly easy.
http://quiltiger.homeip.net/ |
Mojoquilter
Wichita, KS (Zone 6a)
February 1, 2011 8:28 PM Post #8344200
| I sewed swap blocks all day and Nitwit came down around 8:30 tonight and just there and stared at me like "you've had it long enough lady, get out of my chair". He was in it the minute I got up:) |
Quilter5bdsr
(Barb) Hillsboro, NH (Zone 5a)
February 2, 2011 5:53 AM Post #8344576
| Kathy, thanks for that link. They do look pretty easy and some of them are really cute!! I like the quilting patterns too... |
Kizmo
Marietta, OH (Zone 6a)
February 2, 2011 6:16 AM Post #8344614
| I thought they were easy enough for beginners (me)... quite a few Christmas and kiddie-type designs. I love the multi-pieced designs that are more detailed, but I like to whip out some easy ones that at the end of the day, I have a pile to look at and say "Wow, I actually got those blocks done!!" LOL |
taters55
(Linda Kay) Del Rio, TX (Zone 9a)
February 2, 2011 6:27 AM Post #8344644
| This has nothing to do with sewing, just trying to save some horses...
52 thoroughbred horses need homes.Will go to Sugarcreek this Sat. for slaughter. Owner died and his son wants nothing to do with them. Most broodmares are broke. some are in foal weanling, yearlings, 2 and 3 yrs old most are gelded. *FREE and papered*. Friend of the deceased is trying to find homes 440-463-4288 or 440-463-4288 Barnes...ville, OH.
Copied from facebook, if anyone is near ohio, and wants free horses, please call the numbers! |
Kizmo
Marietta, OH (Zone 6a)
February 2, 2011 6:36 AM Post #8344665
| good grief! I wonder if he's tried the shelters to see if they have anyone to contact. Just read last nite on the Web about the sled dogs that were destroyed because the Sledding business that someone started after the Olympics went under and instead of trying to find a place for them, the guy just had them shot, not humanely either... I understand that finding homes for a large number of animals can be difficult, and they have to be fed in the meantime, but they saw this coming as the business declined. Just sickening...
It's probably a good thing I don't live on a big farm in the country, I'd want to take all of them in... |
psychw2
(Pat) Othello, WA (Zone 6a)
February 2, 2011 7:13 AM Post #8344733
| That is so sad Linda K. It's a shame that good animathoroughbred ls will be destroyed without a strong effort to place them. Is there even a listing on Craigslist or maybe contacting the throughbred association. |
FLStu
Lowell, IN (Zone 5b)
February 2, 2011 7:14 AM Post #8344737
| Same happens with Greyhounds in racing. I opted to not participate in the Pharmacology lab in Medical School when they used Greyhounds. I hope the horses find homes. I know that there are several rescue organizations in multiple states, but, as with dogs and cats, usually they are overwhelmed with local rescues. |
housse301
Lexington Park, MD
February 2, 2011 1:28 PM Post #8345465
| I watched a you tube video on how to quilt as you go .
Think I will try it and see what happens.
First time will see what happens.
|
psychw2
(Pat) Othello, WA (Zone 6a)
February 2, 2011 5:35 PM Post #8345830
| Yes, I have several things I could try that technique on. I'd like to get some of that spray basting stuff for bigger things. |
siliolegma
Traverse City, MI
February 2, 2011 5:46 PM Post #8345851
| Up date: I read all the horses were adopted. |
psychw2
(Pat) Othello, WA (Zone 6a)
February 3, 2011 7:35 AM Post #8346537
| GREAT! |
jumper2
Huron, OH (Zone 5b)
February 3, 2011 10:53 AM Post #8346839
| Sondra, Don't you just love it when the cats feel they own your stuff? Salem feels he owns our queen sized bed! |
Thea1962
Ottawa, ON (Zone 5a)
February 3, 2011 4:50 PM Post #8352033
| Barb that mystery quilt already looks stunning, can`t wait to see the finished quilt or the next row added.
So sorry to hear about your DH Helene, my T&P are with you and your family…sending lots of hugs
Kizmo…thank you for the great link, seems like a great place to learn how to paperpiece…something I want to tackle this year
One of my cats loves to stand right in front of the sewing machine while I am trying to sew, leaning into me and watch the needle go up n down…lol
|
psychw2
(Pat) Othello, WA (Zone 6a)
February 3, 2011 6:53 PM Post #8352308
| My little idiot tries to swat at the needle! |
FLStu
Lowell, IN (Zone 5b)
February 4, 2011 2:44 AM Post #8352591
| LOL Pat... No cats here, but one of my dogs likes to sit by my feet when I sew and has sat on the read scissor button on the foot peddle more than once. I disable it now when she's there. |
taters55
(Linda Kay) Del Rio, TX (Zone 9a)
February 4, 2011 4:46 AM Post #8352647
| Stu, how are those puppies doing? I bet they are growing big? |
gardenglory
Gainesville, FL (Zone 9a)
February 4, 2011 6:35 AM Post #8352792
| OK...I got kicked out of the UF dental clinic for hight blood pressure. Ive had open heart surgery and have no insurance. They told me to go to the emergency room...right????. Now Ive got myself so worked up Im sure Im about to pass out lolol...o the mind. This is so off the subject, and Im so sorry, but could someone who has had any experience with bp tell me what you think high would be.
Got to get an order of Lorpressor in...and fast it appears.
Love that mystery quilt too...fun to watch.
My thoughts are with Helene. Celebration of life tomorrow. |
taters55
(Linda Kay) Del Rio, TX (Zone 9a)
February 4, 2011 6:38 AM Post #8352804
| What were your numbers? Please go get your meds, and take them! High blood pressure is nothing to fool with! Salt is a big no no if you have high blood pressure! |
FLStu
Lowell, IN (Zone 5b)
February 4, 2011 6:56 AM Post #8352859
| Taters... One puppy is with a friend, one was bought by an AKC judge and we have the remaining 4. They're growing and being puppies. We've started taking them to class, getting them used to being on a lead and the show ring. Two are spit fires in the ring, one seems like 'well, I'm not sure what this is for, but they give me cheese if I walk' and the other, the smallest, is not so sure she likes being there. She's also the one that has her brothers on their backs submitting cause she's queen of the roost. All are healthy and have picked their favorite adult dog to play with and terrorize. Thanks for asking.
BTW... NO MORE PUPPIES till some of our elders have moved on. A baker's dozen and four puppies at one time is a bit of work. We've had a max. of two at a time with the boys and the others were the only puppy in the house when they joined us. |
psychw2
(Pat) Othello, WA (Zone 6a)
February 4, 2011 7:38 AM Post #8352959
| There are a LOT of BP meds out there and some Rx are very inexpensive. Do get a handle on it, it is potentially very dangerous short term AND long term. |
gardenglory
Gainesville, FL (Zone 9a)
February 4, 2011 7:51 AM Post #8352989
| Yea...Im gunna order some Lorpressor from Bali or someplace. Dont want to leave my fabric and flowers, just yet ;-)
I can only imagine how cute those little puppies are learning to strut in that ring. You do have a 'few' at this point, but isnt it mostly a joy! |
siliolegma
Traverse City, MI
February 4, 2011 4:09 PM Post #8354004
| While my grandson was making a beautiful marriage proposal and everyone attention was on him, Sweet Caroline saw her opportunity and took it. 
Click the image for an enlarged view.
|
Quilter5bdsr
(Barb) Hillsboro, NH (Zone 5a)
February 4, 2011 4:14 PM Post #8354018
| Just like her great grammy eh Karen??? What a delightful picture. Thanks for sharing... |
Elida
Henagar, AL (Zone 7b)
February 4, 2011 6:11 PM Post #8354247
| Karen, I remember that song!!! Neal Diamond, and you have your own Sweet Caroline,lol and she is a cutie.
Stu, thank you for the update on your puppies. I was wonderin bout them. I am a dog lover, we have a shih tsu poodle mix and we swear he is bi polar. |
siliolegma
Traverse City, MI
February 4, 2011 8:45 PM Post #8354506
| I've called her that from the git-go. Made her her own disc with that song on it and label is several pictures of her. I got everyone calling her that now.
This message was edited Feb 5, 2011 10:39 AM |
psychw2
(Pat) Othello, WA (Zone 6a)
February 4, 2011 9:27 PM Post #8354560
| I always like it when a little one gets tagged with a GOOD positive nickname! |
ladydragon5
Fostoria, OH (Zone 5a)
February 5, 2011 8:38 AM Post #8355242
| Stu, I can't remember what kind of puppies...fill me in. I sometimes think my girl would be happier if she had a playmate. she has lots of energy and I live a pretty sedentary life style. Although then I think about two dogs to board when I travel and I slow down. |
barefootT
(thunder)Wildwood, FL (Zone 9a)
February 5, 2011 4:05 PM Post #8356066
| Janice, Isn't your dog part lab??? they are very energetic puppies...but do slow down with age...my boy now is lab and border collie...we used to say he had ADD...but he has slowed down finally!! he is seven... |
FLStu
Lowell, IN (Zone 5b)
February 6, 2011 4:47 AM Post #8356718
| LD... they are Brussels Griffons
Just heard from Marion. Her Mom is having up days and down days. The family recently all came in to help celebrate her 92nd birthday, which was a great day for her mom and all. She and her sister are holding in there and taking care of themselves as well. Just thought everyone would like an update. |
Qwilter
Fleming Island, FL (Zone 9a)
February 6, 2011 7:26 AM Post #8356969
| Thanks for the update Stu. I was wondering if anyone had heard from her. |
Elida
Henagar, AL (Zone 7b)
February 6, 2011 9:29 AM Post #8357173
| Thank you Stu, Marion and her family are in my thoughts and prayers everyday, just as is everyone else here (in my thoughts, every day) |
FLStu
Lowell, IN (Zone 5b)
February 6, 2011 4:48 PM Post #8357853
| This week while doing the FabShopHop, I discovered Grandma's Attic offer a pack of 50 4" squares of odds and end remnants for $5. I thought of a 4 patch scrap quilt that I could practice my 'valueing' (I think it's called) into light and dark. Got the packs Thursday and played this weekend making sets of two 'light' and two 'dark' 4P blocks with the restriction on only using what came in the packs for them. Came out with thirty-something blocks that will finish to 7". Going to sew them into a top tomorrow, alternating brighter and less bright sets and hope to come out with an interesting scrappy through for the guest bedroom. I'll most likely need to border it as I don't think that I'll have enough in the sets to make it full enough for the size I want (oversized lap/Twin)------- I'm seeing what # blocks across and down I need as I place the blocks out. Glad I decided to do this. I wouldn't have considered most of the fabrics for projects, so I figured that I would wind up with a fairly ecclectic array. Prints I thought too bright and modern will blend in well when I put them surrounded by more muted colors. I want to wind up with a vintage-looking scrappy. We'll see. I'll post the front when done.
http://www.grandmasatticquilting.com/
This message was edited Feb 6, 2011 7:49 PM |
psychw2
(Pat) Othello, WA (Zone 6a)
February 6, 2011 6:03 PM Post #8357978
| Oh STu... that was almost PAINFUL to look at they were soooo beautiful and I am SOOOoooooo broke!! LOL |
FLStu
Lowell, IN (Zone 5b)
February 6, 2011 6:31 PM Post #8358039
| This is the sales page with the packets called 'Tiny Treats'
http://webstore.quiltropolis.net/stores_app/Browse_dept_item...
This message was edited Feb 6, 2011 9:34 PM |
barefootT
(thunder)Wildwood, FL (Zone 9a)
February 6, 2011 9:53 PM Post #8358278
| Doc...not almost...that WAS very painful...broke here too!!! I knew I shouldn't a looked... |
Qwilter
Fleming Island, FL (Zone 9a)
February 7, 2011 6:26 AM Post #8358724
| I can cut up a lot of 4" squares & send them to everyone!!!!!!! |
FLStu
Lowell, IN (Zone 5b)
February 7, 2011 6:45 AM Post #8358766
| Qwilter... we could also do that as an exchange for those who wish. It would give us all materials we may not normally buy. I'd hesitate to host as I know my schedule is going to be crazy the next two months, but can definately participate. |
gardenglory
Gainesville, FL (Zone 9a)
February 7, 2011 7:00 AM Post #8358801
| Today is the last day of the 30% of sale at fabric depot.
I broke down and got just a yard each of a couple Ive really wanted since they are one sale now
Start rolling your eyes...
I got the gnomes with the travel trailers, the 'round robin' fabric. (That was a must have as whenever I go out in the garden or something I say Im going to fake a 'round robin'). A few other goodies, but the pocketbook closed on my had at that point. Really was closed before ;-( |
psychw2
(Pat) Othello, WA (Zone 6a)
February 7, 2011 7:28 AM Post #8358859
| REALLY -- I just need to focus on ALL the projects I have collected for and start sewing. I have no problem justifing a purchase for something that is under active construction. BUT OH MY... the Angel panel in blue and gold called my name sooooooo loudly. It would have made up wonderfully for my best friend's Christmas next year... |
barefootT
(thunder)Wildwood, FL (Zone 9a)
February 8, 2011 3:26 PM Post #8361391
| Yea...oh my those angels..!!!! |
taters55
(Linda Kay) Del Rio, TX (Zone 9a)
February 8, 2011 3:58 PM Post #8361427
| Ok you girls, please tell me where the angels are your talking about?
|
Quilter5bdsr
(Barb) Hillsboro, NH (Zone 5a)
February 8, 2011 5:02 PM Post #8361551
| LK click on the link above from FLStu (about five or six posts-Feb 6) Once there start to scroll down and you will see it - it is a panel. |
taters55
(Linda Kay) Del Rio, TX (Zone 9a)
February 8, 2011 6:59 PM Post #8361748
| Oh, that is pretty, but so is the fabric that is further down the page, light blue with angels all over! |
Quilter5bdsr
(Barb) Hillsboro, NH (Zone 5a)
February 9, 2011 5:54 AM Post #8362178
| Glad you found them. I know how special they are to you... |
taters55
(Linda Kay) Del Rio, TX (Zone 9a)
February 9, 2011 6:58 AM Post #8362299
| I was bad, and have them ordered! They will be here soon! |
FLStu
Lowell, IN (Zone 5b)
February 9, 2011 7:23 AM Post #8362333
| Not too bad at those prices... especially if it will spur on a project. |
barefootT
(thunder)Wildwood, FL (Zone 9a)
February 9, 2011 8:57 AM Post #8362521
| enjoy them for all of us LK...and show us what you end up making!!!! |
siliolegma
Traverse City, MI
February 9, 2011 11:28 AM Post #8362791
| Somehow Linda, I just knew you'd find that fabric and "need" it. LOL |
taters55
(Linda Kay) Del Rio, TX (Zone 9a)
February 9, 2011 12:21 PM Post #8362869
| LOL! Need it? No, Want it? Yes! I will find something to make it into! |
psychw2
(Pat) Othello, WA (Zone 6a)
February 9, 2011 12:24 PM Post #8362875
| Ya, I admit I WANT it!!! but right now there are other things I honestly NEED more. |
FLStu
Lowell, IN (Zone 5b)
February 9, 2011 12:28 PM Post #8362880
| LOL. As often as I say to myself that I really want a fabric, it's perfect and it's perfection cannot be duplicated, if I wait, something else that I just can't live without comes along. I've been finding myself much more selective now than I had been in the past. |
psychw2
(Pat) Othello, WA (Zone 6a)
February 9, 2011 12:31 PM Post #8362887
| Ooooo... "it's perfect and it's perfection cannot be duplicated" what a GREAT sales line!! LOL maybe I'll try that line on my husband the next time I WANT something I don't need. |
siliolegma
Traverse City, MI
February 9, 2011 2:14 PM Post #8363031
| Me thinks perhaps the "need" I mentioned was in your heart. One should always satisfy the needs of the heart. |
Quilter5bdsr
(Barb) Hillsboro, NH (Zone 5a)
February 10, 2011 8:08 AM Post #8364248
| I got the top pieced!!! Now it needs borders. I'm thinking a narrow light one and a wider one in a print... 
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FLStu
Lowell, IN (Zone 5b)
February 10, 2011 8:12 AM Post #8364254
| It's frustrating when all the quilting clubs I can join in my area meet during morning hours during the week. No room for people who work, I guess. I understand that the majority are retired, but it's frustrating, The local garden club is the same way. |
barefootT
(thunder)Wildwood, FL (Zone 9a)
February 10, 2011 8:17 AM Post #8364262
| Stu...that's the good thing about "here" you can come anytime!!! and even in your jammies!!! if you want!!!! |
siliolegma
Traverse City, MI
February 10, 2011 8:25 AM Post #8364283
| It's beautiful Barb. I love the color combo. |
barefootT
(thunder)Wildwood, FL (Zone 9a)
February 10, 2011 8:31 AM Post #8364295
| Barb, that would be gorgeous in batiks...love the pattern... |
Catbird423
Odenton, MD (Zone 7b)
February 10, 2011 8:42 AM Post #8364331
| Barb, that looks wonderful and I love the color combo. What is the name of the block and what size block is it? I can't tell if it is one large block or two blocks put together. |
housse301
Lexington Park, MD
February 10, 2011 9:02 AM Post #8364353
| Looks great Barb. What will you do for the borders? |
gardenglory
Gainesville, FL (Zone 9a)
February 10, 2011 9:43 AM Post #8364433
| O thats just great. Love it. It was fun watching it go together.
I seem to never get to that point ;-) |
Casshigh
Cartersville, GA
February 10, 2011 2:50 PM Post #8364958
| Quilter, you have made a beautiful quilt top. I like the combination of colors. Show us again when you get the borders on. |
Quilter5bdsr
(Barb) Hillsboro, NH (Zone 5a)
February 10, 2011 4:07 PM Post #8365074
| It is made of several different blocks. One is the four small blue squares. Then there are two different four patch squares, a square in a square, a plain square and triangles. The pattern comes about by the order in which the blocks are attached. I added the first border.
Edited to add that they are all 5 1/2" squares that finish at 5"...
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jumper2
Huron, OH (Zone 5b)
February 10, 2011 7:54 PM Post #8365558
| I just finished the new curtains for my sewing room. It's back to alterations tomorrow! |
siliolegma
Traverse City, MI
February 10, 2011 8:23 PM Post #8365606
| Oh my I had looked at just the big picture before, Barb. I had to look more closely at it to see the small blocks. It's really pretty. |
Quilter5bdsr
(Barb) Hillsboro, NH (Zone 5a)
February 11, 2011 5:42 AM Post #8366001
| Thank you Karen. I wasn't sure when I signed up for the class. But I'm really pleased with it now. I want to get the outer border on as that is the material I picked the colors from... |
quilter_gal
(Elizabeth) DFW Area, TX
February 11, 2011 7:02 AM Post #8366154
| So beautifully pieced! What a great quilt!
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gardenglory
Gainesville, FL (Zone 9a)
February 11, 2011 7:27 AM Post #8366177
| working on the bird again, listiening to a little disco ( if you hear any noise...it aint the boys ;-), its ladies night).
Ive cut the squares a little big for the hst and have sewn them together. is this the point I cut them down to the right size...i guess I take the extra off the bottom. |
Quilter5bdsr
(Barb) Hillsboro, NH (Zone 5a)
February 11, 2011 7:41 AM Post #8366192
| Pam - Lay the diagonal along the seam line and go from there making sure the size you want is completely under the ruler. Cut the (right-handed) right side and top. Turn the square so the sides you just cut are on the left side and bottom. Now place the ruler again with the size block lined up with the edges that have been cut making sure the diagaonal is on the seam line and the size block is completly covered by the ruler and cut the right side and top again. Now you have a perfect square. |
barefootT
(thunder)Wildwood, FL (Zone 9a)
February 11, 2011 9:34 AM Post #8366391
| Pam...look at this
http://quilting.about.com/od/quickpiecingtechniques/ss/halfs... |
Quilter5bdsr
(Barb) Hillsboro, NH (Zone 5a)
February 11, 2011 12:13 PM Post #8366625
| Got the borders on!!! Now to get it quilted. 
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siliolegma
Traverse City, MI
February 11, 2011 12:19 PM Post #8366633
| Looks great, Barb. |
quilter_gal
(Elizabeth) DFW Area, TX
February 11, 2011 3:53 PM Post #8366974
| Oh, that border fabric is fabulous!!!! |
Mojoquilter
Wichita, KS (Zone 6a)
February 11, 2011 5:14 PM Post #8367117
| isn't that just the prettiest! |
psychw2
(Pat) Othello, WA (Zone 6a)
February 11, 2011 8:28 PM Post #8367459
| Stu, maybe it's time a club is organized for the full-time employed that can't meet in the morning to come together in a meeting??? Maybe YOU are the one to make it happen??
Morning or night I can't seem to make it work right now. Too many long hours.
My internet is not working on MY computer and my husband's 'puter hates me. Just a quick note to say "i'm alive" |
taters55
(Linda Kay) Del Rio, TX (Zone 9a)
February 12, 2011 7:18 AM Post #8367833
| Hey Pat!
Barb, that quilt is wonderful. Love that border! |
Quilter5bdsr
(Barb) Hillsboro, NH (Zone 5a)
February 12, 2011 1:35 PM Post #8368455
| Thank you all ladies. It goes to the quilter in another week. |
Casshigh
Cartersville, GA
February 14, 2011 5:33 AM Post #8371088
| I love the border fabric that you have chosen! It is perfect. |
Quilter5bdsr
(Barb) Hillsboro, NH (Zone 5a)
February 14, 2011 6:24 AM Post #8371172
| I was gifted with the border fabric and pulled the colors for the body of the quilt from it. I do wish I had used the border fabric as the center block for the stars. It would have pulled the design in a bit. But I do like it. Think it may be a raffle quilt for some organization that needs money... |
Catbird423
Odenton, MD (Zone 7b)
February 14, 2011 6:37 AM Post #8371213
| If it becomes a raffle quilt let us know, I would love to buy a chance on it. |
barefootT
(thunder)Wildwood, FL (Zone 9a)
February 14, 2011 7:54 AM Post #8371337
| getting more done on my log cabin, this is the front 
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barefootT
(thunder)Wildwood, FL (Zone 9a)
February 14, 2011 7:55 AM Post #8371341
| this is the back in progress...don't remember what I posted last on this one...??
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siliolegma
Traverse City, MI
February 14, 2011 9:00 AM Post #8371452
| Thunder that is gorgeous. I love the color combos. You definitely have more ambition than I. All that work on the front, my back would be plain. |
psychw2
(Pat) Othello, WA (Zone 6a)
February 14, 2011 9:05 AM Post #8371470
| Me too Karen!! I like the BACK even more than the front!! |
barefootT
(thunder)Wildwood, FL (Zone 9a)
February 14, 2011 11:49 AM Post #8371818
| Thanks.
I am liking the back more than the front also !!! I keep thinking this may turn into two quilts!!!! |
siliolegma
Traverse City, MI
February 14, 2011 3:06 PM Post #8372217
| Good idea Thunder, It's what I would do. |
barefootT
(thunder)Wildwood, FL (Zone 9a)
February 14, 2011 3:44 PM Post #8372295
| progress...last row with bears fabric not sewn yet...I am thinking I may re arrange and put the bears block from the bottom..up in between the two log blocks???? what do you think??? 
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barefootT
(thunder)Wildwood, FL (Zone 9a)
February 14, 2011 3:48 PM Post #8372301
| closer look at bears 
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housse301
Lexington Park, MD
February 14, 2011 3:55 PM Post #8372322
| Thunder they both are just great and I can see why you may do 2 quilts and not just one. |
psychw2
(Pat) Othello, WA (Zone 6a)
February 14, 2011 7:05 PM Post #8372643
| I'd sure go with 2 quilts! |
barefootT
(thunder)Wildwood, FL (Zone 9a)
February 14, 2011 7:19 PM Post #8372668
| the big problem with going for two quilts will be...I will agonize over the back sides!!!! again and times two!!! |
psychw2
(Pat) Othello, WA (Zone 6a)
February 14, 2011 8:28 PM Post #8372747
| Yep!! hehehe |
Quilter5bdsr
(Barb) Hillsboro, NH (Zone 5a)
February 15, 2011 4:30 AM Post #8372909
| What about two quilts with huge log cabin block for the backs? |
FLStu
Lowell, IN (Zone 5b)
February 15, 2011 6:22 AM Post #8373048
| Barefoot... I like to go with single fabric or large 'I have it and don't know what to do with it' picing in LARGE patchwork. I make the back to be used. I figure, the less sewing, the less chance for seam issues and wear at seams and the better stabilizing it is for the front. I have only done one reversable quilt. |
quilter_gal
(Elizabeth) DFW Area, TX
February 15, 2011 9:00 AM Post #8373347
| Those are just gorgeous, T! I would make them into two quilts, too - they're too nice to hide either of them.
Don't agonize - just find a wide backing fabric that looks nice with the front and let your quilting be the design on the back. I love the marbles and tone-on-tones for this because you can really see the quilting. :)
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psychw2
(Pat) Othello, WA (Zone 6a)
February 15, 2011 6:01 PM Post #8374192
| Speaking only for myself, sometimes the issues is money. Buying a large single piece is more spendy than using up scraps. I was at JoAnn's with my 40% off coupon and spotted what I thought would be a great back for one my projects only to discover the 108 wide fabric didn't have enough yardage on the bolt! LOL... the only thing I wanted that wasn't already discounted and not eligible for the coupon! DRATS! |
barefootT
(thunder)Wildwood, FL (Zone 9a)
February 15, 2011 7:21 PM Post #8374300
| Well I guess I am "strange"...but I just don't care for one large piece of fabric...
I have done that with a few quilts, and do use one piece sometimes on crib quilts.
but most of the time I piece the reverse side...usually using some "leftover" blocks from the front side, leftover fabric pieces used on the front, and additional co- ordinating pieces as needed...
I had sometimes done the back side in one fabric...and I was usually not totally happy with the results...so I started piecing the backs, and I always like them ...
I usually can not find a fabric I like enough...to go with the design / theme of the quilt...that I think would be "good enough" to use on the whole back...
occasionally I find a "perfect" fabric for the backside...then I will do it in a few pieces...I have never done one with the extra wide fabric, that could do the whole back in one piece...never saw one I liked enough, that I could afford!!!
Barb, I did think about that...that is how the side I am now working on started...and that may be what I end up going with...?????
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psychw2
(Pat) Othello, WA (Zone 6a)
February 15, 2011 7:41 PM Post #8374349
| Well... this was just a "nice" fabric(bland floral tonal) that was only $10 per yard and at 40% off AND only needing 3 yards that way... $18 is VERY cheap back! |
Qwilter
Fleming Island, FL (Zone 9a)
February 16, 2011 3:58 AM Post #8374603
| Pat - did you know you can order fabric in the store, use the coupon, and not pay for shipping? So, next time that happens tell them you want to order it. Most fabrics are available for order. |
psychw2
(Pat) Othello, WA (Zone 6a)
February 16, 2011 9:01 PM Post #8376351
| THAT would be very cool, thanks! |
barefootT
(thunder)Wildwood, FL (Zone 9a)
February 18, 2011 5:08 PM Post #8379664
| tell me please...why are they NOT NICE enough to tell you this when you are at the cutting counter????
your standing there waiting in line...get to the counter...say you want ?? five yards...they measure..only 31/2 ...you say no don't want it not enough for what I need...they say oh ..ok.. why oh why can't they say...Oh we could check if we can order this for you??!!!!! not to hard to say!!!! and would make a lot more sales for the store!!!!!
I can think of about six different things I would have purchased, if I had known I could order!!!!! and I sure there is really more than that!!! |
housse301
Lexington Park, MD
February 18, 2011 5:12 PM Post #8379683
| Thunder were you trying to get backing for a quilt?
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barefootT
(thunder)Wildwood, FL (Zone 9a)
February 18, 2011 5:21 PM Post #8379712
| yes, on more than one occasion...I have been at joannes and wanted more yardage than what they had...and no one ever told me I could have possibly ordered it... |
housse301
Lexington Park, MD
February 18, 2011 5:24 PM Post #8379720
| Wow I did not know they could do that!!! I guess I learned something new today.
Sorry you did not get what you wanted. |
psychw2
(Pat) Othello, WA (Zone 6a)
February 18, 2011 7:54 PM Post #8379946
| AW... and the answer is Thunder, IF you don't buy THAT piece because it's too small they THINK you will buy something else IN the store. They don't want to become a "order station" for the online store. |
FLStu
Lowell, IN (Zone 5b)
February 19, 2011 4:57 AM Post #8380176
| Thanks for the Joann's tips. I am always amazed on what I don't know about places I shop OFTEN. I did ask about the end of the bolt thing with extra yardage twice (half price on the remaining yardage if it's a yard or less) and once I was told, 'Well, I give it to you this time' on the fabric I was getting, but not on another that had a half a yard more on the end piece that they could sell at regular price. Another time I was told that they don't do that at that store. |
Qwilter
Fleming Island, FL (Zone 9a)
February 19, 2011 5:17 AM Post #8380194
| the "rest of the bolt" is supposed to be for less than 1/2 yd. If it's 1/2 yd they will make a fat qtr from it.
Back in the "old days" when I was working at JoAnn's customers would pass up having someone else cut their fabric & wait for me. They knew I was a sewer/quilter & would cut their fabric straight.
Not all fabric is available for order, but a lot of the basics sure are. |
siliolegma
Traverse City, MI
February 19, 2011 6:48 AM Post #8380349
| I guess "my" JoAnns is better than some of the others. Never a problem with "end of the bolt" discounts. In fact I don't have to ask, they offer it. I know they have said on more than one occasion "we can order that for you". I'm also fortunate in that there are several within 25 miles or so and they are very accomodating about first checking on the computer and then calling to locate more of a fabric for me locally.
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taters55
(Linda Kay) Del Rio, TX (Zone 9a)
February 19, 2011 7:47 AM Post #8380418
| I was at the Joanns in San Antonio yesterday, and I was not happy with the store at all! They had one person at the cutting tables, and she was so slow. I too had several bolts, I told them I would take the little bit left, and she told me they don't offer that discount anymore! So I found thier sales paper at the front of the store, and took several of the 40% coupons, and gave the cashier one for each piece of fabric, and I got my discount that way. He never batted an eye when I handed him the coupons. |
psychw2
(Pat) Othello, WA (Zone 6a)
February 19, 2011 9:34 AM Post #8380604
| Karen, I want YOUR store... or maybe Linda K's since they are silly enough to give 40% discounts on multiple items!! |
siliolegma
Traverse City, MI
February 19, 2011 9:42 AM Post #8380616
| I have several sources for the coupons. As long as the UPC is different on each one they will honor all, plus they honor Michaels. |
FLStu
Lowell, IN (Zone 5b)
February 20, 2011 5:07 AM Post #8381942
| Never had an issue with them honoring multiple coupons even from the same flyer or combining flyer and computer coupons. They even try my 10% off card from Quilters of America after all is rung up to see if it qualifies for any additional discount (if I don't have a 20% off coupon off the total from a flier). Sometimes they'll say that only one coupon will work per order, but I ask them to try and they are always surprised that all the coupons are honored. There are times that my $ saved far excedes my $ spent. I had once bought $135+ merchandise for $58 after all the discount coupons and sale prices. I have to say that I really like my Joann's. It's where I learned to quilt and the people (for the most part) are really nice and helpful. I'll often bring in completed tops to show the fabric ladies as they always seem to be taken that a guy quilts and how much fabric I get and USE. |
psychw2
(Pat) Othello, WA (Zone 6a)
February 20, 2011 8:01 AM Post #8382273
| Ya Stu... you have an unfair advantage!! Hehehe, a man in a woman's hobby!!! Besides WE all like seeing the finished projects. I'm going to try getting multiple discounts! Nothing ventured, nothing gained.
In the beginning was it hard to get service and be taken serious? When I was a teen, my Dad would send me to the service desk to pick up auto parts and I really had to learn to be assertive or they would comletely ignore me. Not sure if it's my youth or being female in a very male dominated field. I used to help my Dad in the shop, I always enjoyed the look of shock when I would stop sanding a car to respond to some customer coming in. I don't know a thing about car engines but I can spot a bad paint job or recognize a quality one.
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jumper2
Huron, OH (Zone 5b)
February 20, 2011 4:21 PM Post #8383069
| I love it to see guys sew.
I'm working on something with the blocks from the signature swap. I'll post pics when I'm done. |
mittsy
near Syracuse, NY (Zone 5a)
February 21, 2011 3:30 AM Post #8383624
| My youngest son learned to sew as a teenager, when he joined a Renaissance Fair group he made all his own kilts and shirts. He was good at it and ended up getting a job making shirts for the cast of Pirates of Penzance. He's also made snowmobile seat covers. It's a good thing to know how to use a sewing machine. |
siliolegma
Traverse City, MI
February 21, 2011 5:50 AM Post #8383783
| Great Mittsy, One of my grandsons is the designated sewer for his Destination Imagination group. He makes costumes. |
psychw2
(Pat) Othello, WA (Zone 6a)
February 21, 2011 8:29 AM Post #8384176
| I used to LOVE making costumes!! Years ago I took all the leftover yardage I had and made costumes for the elementary my boys were attending. AFTER my child was out of the classroom, one of those teachers still called me to help with a costume for child who was in need for the kindergarden "play". The school alternated years if he kindergarden kids were Circus theme or ... LOL can't remember what the other was! I made clown costumes, acrobat, strongman and others. |
siliolegma
Traverse City, MI
February 21, 2011 9:09 AM Post #8384302
| I loved costumes too. My kids never had a store bought Halloween. Many of the grands didn't either. We have a huge closet that is "costume central" for dress up and Halloween. |
jumper2
Huron, OH (Zone 5b)
February 21, 2011 11:04 AM Post #8384533
| I made my kid's their costumes. I also sewed for the theatre. Lots of different fabrics then. |
FLStu
Lowell, IN (Zone 5b)
February 21, 2011 7:15 PM Post #8385465
| When I go into a LQS for the first time or with staff that hadn't seen me in the shop before, I get side looks and asked 'can I help you' with an undertone of 'what are you doing here' a bit more frequently that I see them trying to help the ladies shopping. Not sure if it's 'he obviously doesn't know what he's doing' thoughtline or 'he's a guy in a quilt shop by himself, he must be up to no good' thoughtline. Did I mention that on the weekends when I do most of my LQS visits, I give my face a shaving break (I do no look homeless). Actually, when they find out I quilt, most are interested and ask me questions on how I got started, what type of patterns/quilting do I do, etc. I often get comments about fabrics I choose and asked how I'm going to use them. It's kind of fun... once they realize that I'm not there to pick up something for my wife or rob them. |
Mojoquilter
Wichita, KS (Zone 6a)
February 21, 2011 7:35 PM Post #8385507
| I took my Jambalaya quilt in bright batiks in to Picket Fence Quilts to find a border fab and there was a guy in there standing by the batiks. I thought he was just waiting for his lady but omg! he saw my quilt, squealed with delight and proceeded to pick out the border fabric for me. He was a delightful whirlwind to watch:) |
taters55
(Linda Kay) Del Rio, TX (Zone 9a)
February 21, 2011 7:39 PM Post #8385515
| So what did you get for the border?
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Mojoquilter
Wichita, KS (Zone 6a)
February 21, 2011 8:19 PM Post #8385576
| a really bright multicolor floral. Let me look for a pic. |
Mojoquilter
Wichita, KS (Zone 6a)
February 21, 2011 8:25 PM Post #8385586
| here it is 
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psychw2
(Pat) Othello, WA (Zone 6a)
February 21, 2011 10:05 PM Post #8385672
| That border is PERFECT!!! |
mittsy
near Syracuse, NY (Zone 5a)
February 22, 2011 4:33 AM Post #8385832
| Gorgeous! |
taters55
(Linda Kay) Del Rio, TX (Zone 9a)
February 22, 2011 5:39 AM Post #8385928
| That is so pretty! Nice job! |
Quilter5bdsr
(Barb) Hillsboro, NH (Zone 5a)
February 22, 2011 5:59 AM Post #8385965
| He obviously knew what he was doing!!! Hope he has become a friend!!! |
FLStu
Lowell, IN (Zone 5b)
February 22, 2011 7:11 AM Post #8386145
| Great job Mojo...
Fabric.com has a great sale
http://www.fabric.com/kristl-birthday-sale.aspx?cm_mmc=Email... |
jumper2
Huron, OH (Zone 5b)
February 22, 2011 8:55 AM Post #8386347
| Love the border! |
barefootT
(thunder)Wildwood, FL (Zone 9a)
February 22, 2011 9:17 AM Post #8386393
| Stu, I think I know exactly how you feel...I used to do a lot of wood work...and got those looks, when I would be looking at saw blades. Had many a salesman say "what kind of saw does your husband have?" I always got a kick outta telling them if my husband could even figure out how to turn one of my saws on...He would probably chop off a finger or two!!!! (not true of course..but was fun to say!) then I would get those other questions...what got you into wood work?? etc...
Sondra...Great border !!
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jumper2
Huron, OH (Zone 5b)
February 22, 2011 11:49 AM Post #8386678
| Heehee, to funny Thunder. |
psychw2
(Pat) Othello, WA (Zone 6a)
February 22, 2011 7:12 PM Post #8387407
| Oh Thunder... you are a BAD girl!! LOL |
Quilter5bdsr
(Barb) Hillsboro, NH (Zone 5a)
February 23, 2011 3:50 AM Post #8387732
| Can someone start an early Spring thread? We are getting long... |
taters55
(Linda Kay) Del Rio, TX (Zone 9a)
February 23, 2011 5:06 AM Post #8387799
| http://davesgarden.com/community/forums/t/1160333/
Here ya go everyone! New thread!
Come and tell us what your making or planning! |
