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mittsy
Space Coast, FL
(Zone 11)
February 28, 2009
07:15 PM Post #6203766
| Unfinished Projects continued here.
Do you have a minimum of 5 UFO's? ROFLOL That's unfinished sewing or quilting projects that you'd like to get done. I read about an interesting game idea to be played with a group. You list five (5) unfinished projects that you'd like to complete then another playing member will choose one of your projects for you to start on. You have 2 weeks to complete the project, so keep that in mind when selecting your projects. It would be nice if you could take a picture and post with your list. We will offer encouragement to each other, so we'll see lots of neat projects getting finished. I'll reserve this post for the participating gamesters. New members can join at any time and we'll see how it goes.
Our players:
Mittsy
got2Bgreen (Cheryl)
psychw2 (Pat)
barefootT (Thunder)
quilter5bdsr (Barb)
abbisgramma (Marion)
shuggins (Sheila)
jumper2
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mittsy
Space Coast, FL
(Zone 11)
February 28, 2009
07:16 PM Post #6203777
| We came from here.
http://davesgarden.com/community/forums/t/945612/
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barefootT
Wildwood, FL
(Zone 9a)
February 28, 2009
09:45 PM Post #6204363
| pink quilt all done yippee!!! I have one swap block to finish tomorrow, then I am going to play with my Christmas blocks, and I hope to do some more skeleton stitches... |
barefootT
Wildwood, FL
(Zone 9a)
February 28, 2009
10:00 PM Post #6204417
| mittsy, did you ever show us that Popsicle block? I looked around and could not find it... |
mittsy
Space Coast, FL
(Zone 11)
March 01, 2009
07:50 AM Post #6205470
| The quilter who brought the pattern to show us hasn't been to the last two meetings. I hope she'll be at Thursdays meeting.
I did buy some popsicle fabric that will blend well with the unbleached muslin we plan to use for the background foundation. I remember that there were two different blocks. A single stick Creamsicle and a double stick popsicle. It should be a fun quilt, and will give everyone a change to make one block. That way everyone learns the pattern.
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shuggins
Houston, TX
(Zone 9b)
March 01, 2009
11:22 AM Post #6206077
| I think this is the popsicle pattern, right?
http://www.quiltmaker.com/LotsaPopsProjectLinus.pdf
This is the one that I know was published for a Project Linus Project in Quiltmaker Magazine.
BTW, that fabric will look great with it! |
barefootT
Wildwood, FL
(Zone 9a)
March 01, 2009
11:36 AM Post #6206127
| thanks shugs |
Quilter5bdsr
(Barb) Hillsboro, NH
March 01, 2009
12:10 PM Post #6206252
| That is so sweet. Thanks for the pattern shugs.
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mittsy
Space Coast, FL
(Zone 11)
March 01, 2009
08:07 PM Post #6208279
| Thanks, Sheila. That's the one, now if there were only more hours in the day. |
shuggins
Houston, TX
(Zone 9b)
March 02, 2009
09:25 AM Post #6210235
| Okay, so I finished two baby quilts that I am donating to our daycare. They have chosen to support the American Cancer Society for this year. I am donating the quilts to be auctioned off and the money will be donated. I don't have pictures yet, but will be sure to get them before I give them away. I also have another quilt for donation finished, except the binding. My goal was 4 for the year and I have three done and it is only March!! With the Baby Quilt Challenge, I will complete my 4th and hopefully keep going. |
Quilter5bdsr
(Barb) Hillsboro, NH
March 02, 2009
09:42 AM Post #6210305
| Sheila - you are amazing!! Great job and lucky winners... |
mittsy
Space Coast, FL
(Zone 11)
March 02, 2009
05:44 PM Post #6212513
| So glad to hear those UFO's are getting finished.
I have been fussy cutting 3 1/2 inch squares to make borders on my Christmas quilt. It's so cold here, that it feels right to be working on this one.
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psychw2
Boise, ID
(Zone 6a)
March 02, 2009
05:55 PM Post #6212587
| hehehe... I used to always make next years Christmas ornaments in January. That was when I was still all stoked up about CHRISTMAS and making NEXT year's even better!!! *sigh*, NOW, I'm lucky to get a tree up and put up the same old ornaments I've had the last several years. I used to change themes so that January project was important! |
barefootT
Wildwood, FL
(Zone 9a)
March 02, 2009
08:30 PM Post #6213420
| I got leaf blocks in the mail!!! so I HAD to play with them ;-} LOL...did not do the Christmas ;-{ but I will... I think the leaves will be the next one to get finished...it is just "falling" together so very well..hehehe
and I have a thought for the black and white, just can't seem to get to trying it out, but I will.
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Quilter5bdsr
(Barb) Hillsboro, NH
March 02, 2009
08:47 PM Post #6213522
| That is stunning!!! Living in New England I can really appreciate all the love and thought you put into this quilt. He will love it for sure. OMG I just remembered! I was supposed to mail you the scraps I have been saving for you. I'm a klutz sometimes. I will put them in with the Glutton block. |
shuggins
Houston, TX
(Zone 9b)
March 02, 2009
10:09 PM Post #6213949
| Okay, so here is the first of the two quilts that I am donating for the auction. I think the colors actually look better in person, but hopefully these look okay. 
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shuggins
Houston, TX
(Zone 9b)
March 02, 2009
10:11 PM Post #6213964
| Here's a close-up... 
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shuggins
Houston, TX
(Zone 9b)
March 02, 2009
10:12 PM Post #6213966
| Here's the back... 
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shuggins
Houston, TX
(Zone 9b)
March 02, 2009
10:18 PM Post #6213994
| Here's the "girl" quilt... If you are in the Think Spring Swap, you will recognize the purple and white fabric. These are actually the parts that I cut off to make part of that block. Can't let all those little triangles go to waste???
Front...
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shuggins
Houston, TX
(Zone 9b)
March 02, 2009
10:19 PM Post #6213998
| Close-up... 
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shuggins
Houston, TX
(Zone 9b)
March 02, 2009
10:20 PM Post #6214003
| Back... 
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psychw2
Boise, ID
(Zone 6a)
March 02, 2009
11:04 PM Post #6214213
| I am very fond of pinwheels... I love the simple look of them, the "motion" they imply. Your blankets turned out very nice!
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Quilter5bdsr
(Barb) Hillsboro, NH
March 03, 2009
06:41 AM Post #6215085
| Those should raise quite a bit of money for the Cancer Society. Great job!!! |
barefootT
Wildwood, FL
(Zone 9a)
March 03, 2009
07:18 AM Post #6215124
| very nice shuggs!!! |
jumper2
Huron, OH
(Zone 5b)
March 03, 2009
01:22 PM Post #6216343
| I don't have quilts, but I would like to play. Here's my list: skirt , pair of curtains, blade guards,sweatshirts,shirt out of a new pattern. |
Quilter5bdsr
(Barb) Hillsboro, NH
March 03, 2009
01:33 PM Post #6216379
| Jump in jumper2. There's always room for more. A UFO is a UFO no matter what it is. We love pictures and updates. Can you tell us a little about yourself? |
mittsy
Space Coast, FL
(Zone 11)
March 03, 2009
02:59 PM Post #6216666
| Welcome jumper! I'll add you in. |
jumper2
Huron, OH
(Zone 5b)
March 03, 2009
08:25 PM Post #6217967
| I sew mostly on clothes. I have theatre experience as well. I also ride horses(hence jumper). I actually did do a lap quilt not too long ago. It took a few years for me to get to it.(kids got in the way) Eventually I have a quilt top my GGM started that I would like to finish and quilt. Thanks for the motivation to get things done. |
mittsy
Space Coast, FL
(Zone 11)
March 04, 2009
07:17 AM Post #6219500
| It is amazing what can be accomplished with just 15 to 30 minutes at a time. |
Quilter5bdsr
(Barb) Hillsboro, NH
March 04, 2009
11:17 AM Post #6220170
| Everyone - please check this out... Incredible!!!!!!!!!!!! http://www.quiltersofsc.org/index.html
Absolutely amazing - and Fairy, check out page two, second down on right.
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jumper2
Huron, OH
(Zone 5b)
March 04, 2009
12:39 PM Post #6220574
| I checked it out. They came up with some pretty neat stuff. |
barefootT
Wildwood, FL
(Zone 9a)
March 04, 2009
08:59 PM Post #6222554
| I have been stitchin away at momma's quilt... ;-} |
mittsy
Space Coast, FL
(Zone 11)
March 05, 2009
09:05 AM Post #6224160
| I'm bad, joined the baby quilt challenge and worked on yet another new project all day yesterday. But it is just so cute, I was so excited to see how the fabrics would go together. Such fun. Have my class today, so hope to get it all pieced and be able to take a few pictures to share. |
psychw2
Boise, ID
(Zone 6a)
March 08, 2009
01:14 PM Post #6237919
| My poor Sweetie is STILL sleeping, I hope he doesn't have homework to do before he gets up and does ANOTHER double shift. I was home all of yesterday, didn't even step out and get the mail. I slept LATE, then went back to sleep in the recliner another 3 hours and still went to bed and slept OK last night! Guess I was tired...
I got the rag quilt done a while ago and I have more quilt blocks for swaps to finish before going onto my next UFO. I'm going to have to quit joining /organizing more swaps if I ever want to catch up on my UFOs! |
jumper2
Huron, OH
(Zone 5b)
March 08, 2009
07:42 PM Post #6239693
| New projects have a nasty way of popping in from nowhere. There never seems to be enough hours in the day. |
barefootT
Wildwood, FL
(Zone 9a)
March 08, 2009
09:45 PM Post #6240185
| I have been working on my falling leaves!!!
and the black and white swap blocks, I will try to remember to take a photo tomorrow |
mittsy
Space Coast, FL
(Zone 11)
March 09, 2009
06:30 AM Post #6241277
| I received the final block for my B & W quilt, going to rework it a bit to add some oriental then I can finish the top and get started on the quilting. |
abbisgranma
(Marion) Havana, FL
(Zone 8b)
March 09, 2009
09:16 AM Post #6241685
| Nope Mittsy, one more coming! Had to put everyone on hole until the festival info was at the printers and all vendors packets were in the mail. My blocks go out today. Sorry ladies! |
mittsy
Space Coast, FL
(Zone 11)
March 09, 2009
04:39 PM Post #6243744
| I have had to make a couple of extras as I only wanted black and white and am not using the blocks with color. They will go into a future quilt project or become pockets on tote bags. I guess I missed yours as being outstanding. I'm in several swaps at this time and it is a little confusing tryinfg to keep them straight. |
psychw2
Boise, ID
(Zone 6a)
March 09, 2009
04:51 PM Post #6243803
| Sorry to have used "gray" and messed up your black and white, I'll be more careful in the future! |
barefootT
Wildwood, FL
(Zone 9a)
March 09, 2009
05:55 PM Post #6244067
| heres what I am doing with the black and white blocks, this is "window" #1, I am going to surround this with black, and do a series of "windows" ;-}
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barefootT
Wildwood, FL
(Zone 9a)
March 09, 2009
05:56 PM Post #6244069
| And if you did not see 'em on the other thread, here are my falling leaves ;-}
I am going with the blue sashing
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mittsy
Space Coast, FL
(Zone 11)
March 09, 2009
06:39 PM Post #6244225
| My goal for today was to finish some ordered potholders and cut borders for my Christmas swap block quilt. It just didn't happen. I got involved making orange marmalade this morning and by the time I had the kitchen cleaned up, it was time to go to work. I occasionally do weeding and repotting services. All around gardener chores. I love it and I get paid to do something I really enjoy. Naturally,the money goed to support my quilting habit. |
abbisgranma
(Marion) Havana, FL
(Zone 8b)
March 09, 2009
10:13 PM Post #6245168
| Sounds like a smart lady to me!! Getting paid to do what you love doing--wow! |
barefootT
Wildwood, FL
(Zone 9a)
March 10, 2009
10:51 AM Post #6246863
| I did some hand stitchin on the moma's quilt last night ! it always feels sooooo good when I get more done on it ;-}
this is the one UFO/ 2009 quilting goal that I have been able to keep workin on , have not touched those christmas blocks yet ;-{ but eventually... |
Quilter5bdsr
(Barb) Hillsboro, NH
March 10, 2009
12:20 PM Post #6247245
| I got the next two blocks for BOM done yesterday. They came out pretty good. 
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barefootT
Wildwood, FL
(Zone 9a)
March 10, 2009
02:16 PM Post #6247739
| Very nice ;-} |
barefootT
Wildwood, FL
(Zone 9a)
March 12, 2009
05:30 PM Post #6257716
| I am still "pluggin' away" on momma's quilt.
and I dug out the english paper piecing tumbling blocks today, as DH had to go for a bunch of tests, and I needed something to do while sitting and waiting.
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Quilter5bdsr
(Barb) Hillsboro, NH
March 12, 2009
06:31 PM Post #6257952
| Thunder, I see where the blocks are basted to the paper but how are they joined? I'm cutting hexagons for Grandmothers Flower Garden and I'm assuming they are joined the same way. Thanks for your help.
Barb |
mittsy
Space Coast, FL
(Zone 11)
March 12, 2009
07:55 PM Post #6258361
| I used the hexagon shape to make each of my grandchildren a twin size quilt. I had just learned how to turn photos into fabric with Bubblejet 2000 and put a picture of me and the grandchild in each of the quilts. Even with countless launderings the pictures are still pretty good. I wish I had pictures, but they are on the NY computer. I have one more to make for the latest grandchild, have started it, just another UFO. |
barefootT
Wildwood, FL
(Zone 9a)
March 13, 2009
08:59 PM Post #6263322
| put two hexs together with right sides facing, and whip stitch , just barely grabbing the edges of the fabric, and avoiding catching the paper...if you look close you will see I tend to grab too much fabric, so the stitching shows on many of my seams...
also there is a thread on english paper piecing with some great photos, and more info, look on the sewing and quilting forum page.
I work on these when ever somebody has doctor appt. testing etc...great take along project...throw some pieces in a big baggie..keep em' ready to go...I sometimes bring them to work also and use up some of my lunch hour... |
Quilter5bdsr
(Barb) Hillsboro, NH
March 14, 2009
07:25 AM Post #6264766
| I have put some together following the instructions on quilterscache. I think they look good. Now I am curious as to how they are backed. Do you use a regular backing or make another set to use for backing (reversible?) How would you finish the edges? I guess I'm a bit ahead of myself here but I'd like to know before I go too far. Thanks, Barb |
Quilter5bdsr
(Barb) Hillsboro, NH
March 14, 2009
07:28 AM Post #6264772
| Meant to include picture. Barb 
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barefootT
Wildwood, FL
(Zone 9a)
March 14, 2009
09:09 PM Post #6267882
| the directions I have, call for a thin batting, and a one piece backing (directions are for a crib size quilt) once all the blocks are sewn together, you make your quilt "sandwich" as you would for any quilt, baste and quilt as desired, leaving 1/2 inch of unquilted area from edges of top. then you are supposed to use the shape of the top as a pattern/template for trimming your backing, leaving 1/4 to less than 1/2 inch all around and fold the edges under,...whip stitch edges together, same as you did when putting two pieces together.
I can't remember what the size of the backing is to start out with, it needs to be bigger than your top and batting, to allow for the "take up" of quilting. the directions I have calls for the whole thing to be all done by hand. I have seen directions for machine quilting, and doing a decorative stitch with machine to put top and backing edges together. but I don't remember where ? sorry. I would have to dig and hunt to find my directions, stuffed them away somewhere once I figured out how to do the diamonds, and I am no where near ready for putting blocks together and/or putting on a backing.
I think doing another set of blocks for backing, making it reversible would be fantastic...if your into doing that much hand-work.
did you look at that other thread? I think there was some links on it to info on English piecing.
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Quilter5bdsr
(Barb) Hillsboro, NH
March 15, 2009
08:09 AM Post #6269581
| Thunder - thank you so much for your insight. I really appreciate it. For right now, I'm only making a small cirle for the center of a friends table. I made her a runner for her hutch some years ago and she would like something small for their table. I still have enough scraps from that to match. She wanted it round or scalloped and this pattern came to mind. It will only have three circles around the center so that is why I thought making it reversible might work. Since she wants to put a vase or other bowl etc on it should I use a batting? What about a piece of flannel? This is truly a labor of love since I can't do more than three to four pieces at a time. Arthritus is a B----!!!! |
barefootT
Wildwood, FL
(Zone 9a)
March 15, 2009
11:19 AM Post #6270330
| I would use very thin batting, If you use flannel be sure to pre-wash it...flannel tends to shrink quite a bit |
jumper2
Huron, OH
(Zone 5b)
March 23, 2009
01:52 PM Post #6308580
| It's been awhile since I posted, I got the curtains done. Yippee! DD loved them. |
Quilter5bdsr
(Barb) Hillsboro, NH
March 23, 2009
02:20 PM Post #6308699
| Congratulations jumper2. How about a picture? I had to go back up the thread to see what you had posted before. How could I have forgotten? You ride!! My daughter rides too - both western and English. She took jumper lessons as a child. Now her son is riding both too. According to my DH who went to DGS's lesson this week, he is doing extremely well. Maybe if it warms up a bit up here I can go too. Have you done anything with your grandmother's quilt yet? Barb |
mittsy
Space Coast, FL
(Zone 11)
March 23, 2009
04:37 PM Post #6309275
| Pictures, we want pictures. Glad you got them finished. |
psychw2
Boise, ID
(Zone 6a)
March 23, 2009
05:13 PM Post #6309412
| All of my UFOs have had to wait for more "important" real life matters. I need to transfer my license to WA and find a JOB there. My Sweetie has total knee replacement surgery scheduled in less than a month and there is so much to do that all my sewing is on hold! *sigh*, and I was making PROGRESS!!! I delivered the rag quilt to my SIL this past weekend, she loved it. |
Quilter5bdsr
(Barb) Hillsboro, NH
March 23, 2009
06:08 PM Post #6309642
| Did you get pictures Pat? When are you moving to WA? I hope you aren't trying to move while he's laid up. What kind of license are you talking about? I know - but I'm just curious... Congratulations though on finishing the rag quilt. |
psychw2
Boise, ID
(Zone 6a)
March 23, 2009
07:30 PM Post #6309969
| I'm a professional licensed counselor, a mental health worker. Right now I work in drug and alcohol rehab. I did not get pictures but I'm hoping my SIL will send me some I can share.
We can't move until at least one us has a decent job. If I get a job there first, he will transfer with the company he is with. There is an office an hour's commute away. If he gets an "ok" job, I will likely stay behind a while and continue at my job since it pays decent and we need the extra income. If our house sells before I am ready to leave, I will stay in a friends guest room. Nothing has a time line at the moment, other than "ASAP". |
mittsy
Space Coast, FL
(Zone 11)
March 25, 2009
09:26 AM Post #6316822
| I finally got my Christmas Swap block quilt quilted. I used my embroidery machine and a holly pattern I got from emblibrary. I really like the way it came out. Here's the card trick block with the quilting. 
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mittsy
Space Coast, FL
(Zone 11)
March 25, 2009
09:27 AM Post #6316826
| and here's a close up view of the back. What do you think? 
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mittsy
Space Coast, FL
(Zone 11)
March 25, 2009
09:31 AM Post #6316834
| This is the whole top 
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Quilter5bdsr
(Barb) Hillsboro, NH
March 25, 2009
09:41 AM Post #6316876
| I love it mittsy. With the embroidery on the top how will it be quilted? I wouldn't want anything to take away from what you've done. In the ditch maybe? |
mittsy
Space Coast, FL
(Zone 11)
March 25, 2009
09:43 AM Post #6316897
| The Holly pattern in the green is my quilting. I did it with my embroidery machine and just hooped it 15 times in the biggest hoop. It took me three days but I saved a bunch of money by doing it myself. I used rayon thread so it has some sheen to it. |
Quilter5bdsr
(Barb) Hillsboro, NH
March 25, 2009
09:55 AM Post #6316945
| Boy, I feel dumb. I didn't even notice the batting!! Too much whirling around in my head I guess!!! I also like the border. Do the fabrics match any of the blocks? |
mittsy
Space Coast, FL
(Zone 11)
March 25, 2009
09:58 AM Post #6316956
| Yes, I did pick a few 3 1/2 " squares that matched the prints in some of the blocks. |
Quilter5bdsr
(Barb) Hillsboro, NH
March 25, 2009
10:07 AM Post #6317004
| That's a thought for any new block swap - to include when mailing out a block a piece of one of the fabrics used in it to be used somewhere else in the quilt. Just a thought... |
abbisgranma
(Marion) Havana, FL
(Zone 8b)
March 25, 2009
11:14 AM Post #6317263
| Fantastic idea Barb! Could be done so easily too. Mittsy, love the quilt. |
Quilter5bdsr
(Barb) Hillsboro, NH
March 25, 2009
11:17 AM Post #6317282
| Sometimes I have my thinking cap on Marion. Must see what I have left from the glutton swap to put in the envelopes!!!! |
abbisgranma
(Marion) Havana, FL
(Zone 8b)
March 25, 2009
11:18 AM Post #6317294
| You always having your thinking cap on!! I am going cry today---I need some quilting buddies closer to me--I don't like getting into trouble all by my lonesome. Not nearly as much fun! |
Quilter5bdsr
(Barb) Hillsboro, NH
March 25, 2009
11:23 AM Post #6317315
| I'm as close as your computer!!! I will be AWOL this afternoon as sewing machine is downstairs and computer is up. I thought about putting a signal of some kind on the computer to let me know when I had a new post but I would be running up and down all day!!!! Still think you need a vacation here in NH. |
abbisgranma
(Marion) Havana, FL
(Zone 8b)
March 25, 2009
11:24 AM Post #6317324
| Oh please don't tempt me!!! Single and do travel!!! |
Quilter5bdsr
(Barb) Hillsboro, NH
March 25, 2009
11:27 AM Post #6317342
| Door is always open - just let me know when you'd like to come. Have two guest rooms and nothing would please me more. |
Quilter5bdsr
(Barb) Hillsboro, NH
March 25, 2009
11:28 AM Post #6317350
| By the way - when was the last time you saw colorful autumn leaves up close and personal?? |
abbisgranma
(Marion) Havana, FL
(Zone 8b)
March 25, 2009
11:42 AM Post #6317421
| When I was in Canada last September for my brother's funeral but didn't really enjoy as my mind certainly wasn't on that. Hummmm,. you have me planning now. Be careful what you say--you just might end up with company!!! |
jumper2
Huron, OH
(Zone 5b)
March 25, 2009
01:27 PM Post #6317910
| I haven't done anything with the quilt yet.I had some alterations come in. My DD used to ride western, now she mostly jumps. I made all her show clothes, except chaps and breeches. It's too expensive otherwise. I hope to get more done soon. And pictures. |
psychw2
Boise, ID
(Zone 6a)
March 25, 2009
01:58 PM Post #6318041
| Thats quite an under taking Jumper! My mom and I used to make some of the clothes for my boyfriend and I when we did some "playday" competition. The price for "best outfit" was as good as winning in competition, heaven knows we weren't going to win in the events! hehehe |
Quilter5bdsr
(Barb) Hillsboro, NH
March 25, 2009
02:01 PM Post #6318057
| Good to see you jumper2. Yep it sure can get expensive. I grateful he has the opportunity to ride but he is just a beginner at this point. Yes, he's got the pants and boots and helmet and whip and gloves but that is all for now. We got him his pants and winter gloves for Christmas and I nearly died when I saw how much they had gone up in price. Of course if I had known DH would be laid off within a month we wouldn't have gone so far. I love the look of pride on his face though and that makes it worth it. |
jumper2
Huron, OH
(Zone 5b)
March 25, 2009
02:01 PM Post #6318059
| It helps the pocket book and she gets what she likes. |
Quilter5bdsr
(Barb) Hillsboro, NH
March 25, 2009
02:27 PM Post #6318164
| I dread the cost when he gets good enough for shows. I didn't dare look at the price for coats!!! I'm afraid my sewing skills wouldn't be good enough for that. |
Quilter5bdsr
(Barb) Hillsboro, NH
March 30, 2009
01:15 PM Post #6340662
| Finished the blocks of the month for March. Starting joining rows on quilt for DGD #2. 
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jumper2
Huron, OH
(Zone 5b)
March 30, 2009
02:13 PM Post #6340868
| Look for tack sales and swap meets, Quilter5. That's where a lot of people here get the show clothes. Someone is always grwoing out of them. I finished the sweatshirts, no pics as they needed to be mailed off. |
Quilter5bdsr
(Barb) Hillsboro, NH
March 30, 2009
02:18 PM Post #6340885
| Thanks for the info jumper2. Thought I'd check out the equine forum too for hints. |
Quilter5bdsr
(Barb) Hillsboro, NH
March 30, 2009
02:22 PM Post #6340898
| Since this is the forum in which I generally do swaps I thought I must share this with you from the group trades etc forum. I was in the Where you live" swap and these were my adventures.
I MUST share this with all of you in this swap. The person I sent my swap gift to thought she was to send her gift back to me. When her gift arrived here, I told her I had it and to please let me know where I should forward it. Well, it turned out hers was for our own Maid M. who as we all know was tied up away from home for a while. So I let Marion know that I had her gift and she had me hold it until she was done with her festival. I then sent it on to her. Well imagine my surprise when a second box arrived today from the same person who sent me Marion's gift. As this was addressed to me, I opened it. Inside was the sweetest note thanking me for forwarding Marion's gift and a gift for me for doing so. Look at what she sent. Isn't it gorgeous??? I absolutely love it. I told her that it wasn't necessary to thank me as any one of us would have done the same. That said, I'm keeping it!!!! It's like she knew I'm one of those people who is always cold and she made it just for me. I'm so thankful too.
And who did this for me??? It was Babsadventure from Wisconsin. Isn't she just the nicest ever????
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abbisgranma
(Marion) Havana, FL
(Zone 8b)
March 30, 2009
02:59 PM Post #6341053
| Oh my Barb, that is lovely. I am anxiously awaiting the arrival of my new camera so I can post pictures of the neat things you so kindly kept for me during the festival happening. |
mittsy
Space Coast, FL
(Zone 11)
March 30, 2009
03:35 PM Post #6341190
| Very nice surprise gift. |
barefootT
Wildwood, FL
(Zone 9a)
April 01, 2009
10:15 AM Post #6349321
| quilter5, love those blocks! is there a pattern posted some where you can share?
mittsy, your Christmas quilt has me very jealous ;-} that is on my ufo list, but lately I just have not been able to get to doing very much. I have been very good at workin on Momma's quilt tho, at least every other day, if not every...It is coming along nicely...
I am going to machine quilt dh's leaves, so he will have that one soon, his stars are still sitting lonely and untouched in the big quilt frame ;-{
now that I've checked in here and have seen what everyone is up to, I am gonna go do some quiet sewing, as everyone here still in bed.
happy stitchin ;-} |
Quilter5bdsr
(Barb) Hillsboro, NH
April 01, 2009
11:24 AM Post #6349594
| Hi Thunder, Those blocks are part of a BOM that I am doing through a quilt shop here in NH. They are part of a quilt by Marti Mitchell. She sells templates that her patterns are made from. I can get you the full quilt name when I go this month or sooner if I can contact my shop. Her system of templates and cutting instructions makes it almost impossible for a square to come out bad.
Sounds like your Mom's quilt is coming right along. I know how happy you will be when it's finished.
Must go work on DGD's quilt. Will post pictures soon. Hugs, Barb |
barefootT
Wildwood, FL
(Zone 9a)
April 01, 2009
09:00 PM Post #6352234
| barb that is so wild, that those blocks are Marti Mitchell, I was at the local sewing center today, and they had a new quilt on display...yup...Marti Mitchell.
some very nice blocks. and it was done in black and whites..with a bit of red.!!!!
I told them about the black and white swap, and that many of us are working on black and white blocks/quilt, with a bit of some other color !!!! The lady who did it was happy and sad at the same time, she thought she had a pretty unique idea adding in a bit of red !!!! but then she said "on second thought..leave it to a quilter, great minds think alike..LOL"
she also said, she was not thrilled with the Marti Log cabin rulers...one of the blocks .
looking forward to seeing your quilt...thunder
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Quilter5bdsr
(Barb) Hillsboro, NH
April 02, 2009
06:54 AM Post #6353672
| These blocks are from last years BOM also Marti Mitchell. I have not tried her log cabin rulers so can't judge them. Actually, I don't see a need for them with that pattern. These blocks have several different sized triangles and squares and I found the templates to be wonderful for that. 
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mittsy
Space Coast, FL
(Zone 11)
April 02, 2009
06:57 AM Post #6353678
| So glad to see that you are working on your UFO's. I have to admit that I keep squeezing in new projects that I can't seem to resist. I have my Suduko quilt all pieced and sashed and ready to put the borders on. I love the colors., and i really like the center block which I made into a label of sorts with some embroidery. 
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mittsy
Space Coast, FL
(Zone 11)
April 02, 2009
06:58 AM Post #6353681
| Suduko label 
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mittsy
Space Coast, FL
(Zone 11)
April 02, 2009
07:02 AM Post #6353684
| Love your Marti blocks. That will be really nice when sashed. |
Quilter5bdsr
(Barb) Hillsboro, NH
April 02, 2009
07:12 AM Post #6353697
| Thanks mittsy |
jumper2
Huron, OH
(Zone 5b)
April 02, 2009
12:54 PM Post #6354871
| I'm glad someone else has trouble keeping new projects from sneeking in. I'm writing my ideas down so I can get the old ones done first. Now I've got flowers trying to bloom. Not enough hours in the day. |
psychw2
Boise, ID
(Zone 6a)
April 02, 2009
05:17 PM Post #6355940
| AMEN!! I am making slow progress because I had other more urgent projects push ahead. And like you said, now it's gardening too! |
barefootT
Wildwood, FL
(Zone 9a)
April 02, 2009
09:17 PM Post #6357029
| barb, love those blocks, the colors are fantastic...and mittsy greens are always absitively posolutely fantabulous!!!! (thats tigger talk) |
psychw2
Boise, ID
(Zone 6a)
April 03, 2009
06:04 AM Post #6358184
| I LOVE the colors of the Suduko quilt! |
mittsy
Space Coast, FL
(Zone 11)
April 03, 2009
12:14 PM Post #6359374
| On my way to quilting last night I took a few pictures to share with you all. I hope it let's you know that spring is almost upon us. Amaryllis 1 
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mittsy
Space Coast, FL
(Zone 11)
April 03, 2009
12:14 PM Post #6359379
| Amaryllis 2 
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mittsy
Space Coast, FL
(Zone 11)
April 03, 2009
12:15 PM Post #6359383
| Hibiscus db ruffled pinkl 
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mittsy
Space Coast, FL
(Zone 11)
April 03, 2009
12:16 PM Post #6359387
| Single huge pink 
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mittsy
Space Coast, FL
(Zone 11)
April 03, 2009
12:17 PM Post #6359393
| Peach double 
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mittsy
Space Coast, FL
(Zone 11)
April 03, 2009
12:18 PM Post #6359400
| Coral hibiscus 
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mittsy
Space Coast, FL
(Zone 11)
April 03, 2009
12:20 PM Post #6359405
| and lastly, lovely yellow. I hope you enjoyed your springtime show from sunny Florida. 
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Quilter5bdsr
(Barb) Hillsboro, NH
April 03, 2009
03:20 PM Post #6360078
| It's rainy, foggy and downright miserble here and Yes those sure did make me feel a lot better. Just gorgeous mittsy Thank you |
mittsy
Space Coast, FL
(Zone 11)
April 03, 2009
05:48 PM Post #6360643
| You're very welcome! |
jumper2
Huron, OH
(Zone 5b)
April 04, 2009
11:36 AM Post #6363341
| I got another project done. DD is headed down to D.C. with the junior class with it. Thanks for the pic. it's nice to know spring is coming. it got colder here after the rain yesterday. |
mittsy
Space Coast, FL
(Zone 11)
April 05, 2009
09:48 AM Post #6366868
| I'm pet sitting at my dd's for a week while they are on a cruise. I brought my machine and plan to sew, sew, sew. |
psychw2
Boise, ID
(Zone 6a)
April 05, 2009
05:01 PM Post #6368484
| I got to stay with my Mom for a whole month once... Dad was out of town and I was working half time. I took her to radiation therapy everyday. We ate lunch out and ate our lunch leftover doggy bags for dinner. It was one of the most restful times I had during my life, that was more than 10 years go now.
This trip we hospitalized my Mom, I'm hoping that she will discharge with more strength and less pain. I am praying for QUALITY not quanitity of time for my Mom. She has so many health issues and is in so much pain. |
Quilter5bdsr
(Barb) Hillsboro, NH
April 05, 2009
05:25 PM Post #6368584
| Pat you have my prayers for both your Mom and DH. It isn't long before his surgery is it?
Enjoy what time you have with your Mom - it's precious. I lost my Mom 22 yrs ago and I still miss her terribly. She was always my very best friend. We agreed many years ago to agree to disagree and we had such a wonderful relationship. It meant so much to me to know I had no regrets when she passed. I now strive to have that kind of relationship with my daughter. Thinking of you my firend...Barb |
psychw2
Boise, ID
(Zone 6a)
April 05, 2009
05:48 PM Post #6368700
| DH has surgery a week from tomorrow. I am hoping I will not have to choose where I need to be. On top of that there is lots of drama right now at work. When it rains it pours. |
Quilter5bdsr
(Barb) Hillsboro, NH
April 05, 2009
06:00 PM Post #6368769
| Shall I send you my huge unbrella?? I'm here if you need me... |
mittsy
Space Coast, FL
(Zone 11)
April 06, 2009
10:52 AM Post #6371904
| Pat, here's a visual for you, imagine all of the quilters you have sent a block to, holding hands and encircling you, a giant hug. |
Quilter5bdsr
(Barb) Hillsboro, NH
April 06, 2009
10:54 AM Post #6371934
| That's one BIG!!!!! circle mittsy. Pat you are loved... |
psychw2
Boise, ID
(Zone 6a)
April 06, 2009
08:18 PM Post #6374707
| Thanks friends. |
llilyfan
South Central, IA
(Zone 5a)
April 07, 2009
12:02 AM Post #6375946
| Pat, know that you are in my thoughts and prayers as well as your Dear Mother and DH. |
barefootT
Wildwood, FL
(Zone 9a)
April 07, 2009
06:37 AM Post #6376420
| Great visual Mittsy! doc ya know I'm here for ya...Happy thoughts...remember every stitch sends love and hugs, and helps take some stress away ;-} |
abbisgranma
(Marion) Havana, FL
(Zone 8b)
April 07, 2009
10:57 AM Post #6377281
| I am there with the others Pat. Just returned home from visiting my Mom--she has really lost "ground" since her fall last summer and to make things worse, she fell again 2 weeks ago. Refuses to use a cane or walker--90 and hardheaded. All beside the point, now I am sending hugs and thoughts for you Pat. |
Quilter5bdsr
(Barb) Hillsboro, NH
April 07, 2009
11:03 AM Post #6377310
| Good morning Pat ... hope your day is going well..Barb |
psychw2
Boise, ID
(Zone 6a)
April 07, 2009
05:15 PM Post #6378873
| Last night I was told my mother will have her leg amputated, no sure of the surgeon or date yet.
Today the owners were at work and you could cut the tension with a knife. We have been struggling to get caught up after being hopelessly understaffed. |
abbisgranma
(Marion) Havana, FL
(Zone 8b)
April 07, 2009
08:00 PM Post #6379672
| Pat I am so sorry to hear about your mother. Sending hugs and prayers your way. |
Quilter5bdsr
(Barb) Hillsboro, NH
April 08, 2009
07:31 AM Post #6381263
| Wish I was there. I'm praying... Barb |
mittsy
Space Coast, FL
(Zone 11)
April 08, 2009
09:13 AM Post #6381558
| Adding my prayers, too.
I finished the Snoopy baby quilt. I really did a lot of stippling on it. I used the 5 x 7 frame and used the embroidery machine. had to rehoop a lot, but I like the way it came out.
I also cut about 5 kits for the snowbird quilters.
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Quilter5bdsr
(Barb) Hillsboro, NH
April 08, 2009
09:32 AM Post #6381620
| Mittsy was that quilting done on a regular machine or a long-arm? I would love to quilt my own but must admit I'm afraid to try - Afraid I might ruin a great quilt top. |
barefootT
Wildwood, FL
(Zone 9a)
April 08, 2009
12:37 PM Post #6382337
| Mittsy is that a stippling stitch on your machine? or did you do that free motion?? Looks great! I have a stipple stitch on my new machine but have not used it yet, other than a small "test" to see what it looked like...I really like how that looks, maybe I need to give that a try on one of the baby quilts I am working on.
Barb, I know EXACTLY how you feel: I am right there with ya!! practice first on a scrap sandwich, then try a small wall hanging. I'm at the phase of still learning to stipple free motion...it's fun to fool with, But I have not yet dared to do any on a quilt!! just a few wall hangings. I have done a few quilts stitch in the ditch., and a small quilt with echo quilting around the design. Did you see the skeletons I am working on?? thinking of doing an echo out line of sorts on those blocks. and now looking at that snoopy mittsy did , I am thinking I may get brave enough to try the stitch on my machine in parts of the blocks, of the baby challenge quilt !!!
I have been very good at working every evening on Momma's quilt, I think I am about half way done !! today I want to do some glutton blocks, so I can send them with spring blocks for folks in both swaps. I have the spring ones all done. ;-}
happy stitchin |
psychw2
Boise, ID
(Zone 6a)
April 08, 2009
05:05 PM Post #6383330
| I had picked a soft look for the Spring swap and a BRIGHT dynamic print for the Glutton. One day I felt like COLOR so I made the glutton one's first, not the smartest move since Spring blocks were due first! However, sometimes ya gotta sew on what ya feel like FIRST! There is no logic occassionally (OK, more times than not with me there is no logic!) |
mittsy
Space Coast, FL
(Zone 11)
April 09, 2009
07:24 AM Post #6385632
| What is logic, but lack of spirit. If the spirit moves you, go with it. Every time I try to work on something I don't want to, I only end of with the chanting mantra "My seam ripper is my friend". Same result if I work at night when I am tired. This is especially true if I am using white tone on tone, I always slip one in wrong side up. |
Quilter5bdsr
(Barb) Hillsboro, NH
April 09, 2009
10:46 AM Post #6386295
| Hooray!!!! Two UFO's done to a point. These are the quilts my two oldest granddaughters picked out for me to make for them. I will still need to send them out for longarm quilting. This is number one 
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Quilter5bdsr
(Barb) Hillsboro, NH
April 09, 2009
10:50 AM Post #6386305
| This is her block full of kittens 
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Quilter5bdsr
(Barb) Hillsboro, NH
April 09, 2009
10:51 AM Post #6386311
| This is granddaughter number 2's quilt top . She loves horses 
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Quilter5bdsr
(Barb) Hillsboro, NH
April 09, 2009
10:52 AM Post #6386314
| Her blocks 
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abbisgranma
(Marion) Havana, FL
(Zone 8b)
April 09, 2009
11:11 AM Post #6386393
| What lucky granddaughters!! Beautiful Barb. |
jumper2
Huron, OH
(Zone 5b)
April 10, 2009
04:16 PM Post #6392361
| Cool horse quilt. DD is crazy about horses too. I'm slowly getting the UFO's done. I just got some outside sewing in, so I have to do that first(alterations and repairs) I hope to get to my GM's quilt top soon. |
jumper2
Huron, OH
(Zone 5b)
April 13, 2009
04:53 PM Post #6405110
| I'm not quite ready for the quilt yet, but I was wondering if I should miter my border corners or just leave them straight. Any ideas? |
Quilter5bdsr
(Barb) Hillsboro, NH
April 13, 2009
06:46 PM Post #6405571
| I go with whatever feels right on the quilt. If it has a lot of design and mitred corners would set them off I do it. If it is a simple quilt, I don't. Totally up to you. |
jumper2
Huron, OH
(Zone 5b)
April 13, 2009
08:13 PM Post #6405893
| Thanks. It is a snowball pattern with lots of color. I will take pics when I can get to it. Being that It was started by my GGM and GM I might miter it. |
Quilter5bdsr
(Barb) Hillsboro, NH
April 14, 2009
06:44 AM Post #6407560
| That sure sounds like a "keeper" to me. It would definitely deserve the mitred corners. |
mittsy
Space Coast, FL
(Zone 11)
April 14, 2009
01:52 PM Post #6409190
| Would love to see a picture. |
barefootT
Wildwood, FL
(Zone 9a)
April 14, 2009
09:29 PM Post #6411440
| put this on another post but will put it in here to as it is/was one of my UFO's
put sashing on the scrappy stars blocks, from one of the swaps :-}
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Quilter5bdsr
(Barb) Hillsboro, NH
April 15, 2009
07:04 AM Post #6412668
| Thunder that is so pretty. I can't think of another color that would tie those blocks together any better. Great job and great blocks by your fellow quilters!!!! |
mittsy
Space Coast, FL
(Zone 11)
April 15, 2009
12:25 PM Post #6414028
| That's coming out just great. I remember all those little edge scraps. |
Quilter5bdsr
(Barb) Hillsboro, NH
April 20, 2009
09:56 AM Post #6436442
| Just finished this table runner for DD. It came nice I think. 
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mittsy
Space Coast, FL
(Zone 11)
April 20, 2009
02:31 PM Post #6437618
| Very nice, I like the way you quilted it with decorative stitches. |
Quilter5bdsr
(Barb) Hillsboro, NH
April 20, 2009
06:34 PM Post #6438835
| Gotta use those numbers on the machine sometime!!!! I like the way it came out too. |
Quilter5bdsr
(Barb) Hillsboro, NH
May 01, 2009
06:45 AM Post #6487660
| Finally finished this one. I so wanted to learn how to do this. I made it to match a runner for a friend. 
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Quilter5bdsr
(Barb) Hillsboro, NH
May 01, 2009
06:46 AM Post #6487662
| Here is the runner 
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mittsy
Space Coast, FL
(Zone 11)
May 01, 2009
07:30 AM Post #6487752
| Barb, that is a lovely set, love the blue/white combination. |
Quilter5bdsr
(Barb) Hillsboro, NH
May 01, 2009
11:25 AM Post #6488673
| She wanted something with scallopped edges but small for her table to match the runner I did for her three years ago. I'm just not ready to tackle scallops yet but thought this would make her happy and it did. She just loves it. |
barefootT
Wildwood, FL
(Zone 9a)
May 03, 2009
08:24 AM Post #6496318
| barb, did you do that with english paper piecing ? or the machine method? very nice
DD runner very nice too.. ;-}
I have been very bad with my ufo's lately...work has been very busy, I have been too tired to do anything but shower and eat, in bed by 8 - 9...today tho I will get to my machine, and some more stitchin on momma's quilt tonight ;-} |
Quilter5bdsr
(Barb) Hillsboro, NH
May 03, 2009
08:47 AM Post #6496385
| English paper piecing all by hand. It was a challenge with the arthritus in my hands but I am pleased with my first attempt. I made two of that size and put them together with a piece of batting cut to fit so it is reversible. I keep trying to convince myself that my hands will feel better if I keep using them but sometimes they just scream NO. |
mittsy
Space Coast, FL
(Zone 11)
May 03, 2009
11:22 AM Post #6496974
| Barb, just beautiful. I envy you the hand sewing. I do not have the patience. I do appreciate anyone who can do it. My hand sewing is like a penance. It all reverts back to when I was a kid sewing an apron by hand that I had to rip out too many times to satisfy a GS leader. I have never really enjoyed hand sewing since that experience.
My mom will be 90 on June 16th. She crochets every day. She swears it keeps her arthritis from taking over and turning her hands useless. |
jumper2
Huron, OH
(Zone 5b)
May 03, 2009
11:28 AM Post #6496996
| My Mom has carpel tunel, the dr suggested vit.B6. She says it seems to help. |
Quilter5bdsr
(Barb) Hillsboro, NH
May 03, 2009
11:29 AM Post #6496999
| That's why I knit and crochet too. Anything to try to keep these hands nimble. The arthritus creams do help but I can't use them when handling fabric or thread or yarn. So it's play for a while and cream for a while. I find if I read when the cream is on it works out good. I get to read books and all these threads on the computer too. Love it. |
abbisgranma
(Marion) Havana, FL
(Zone 8b)
May 03, 2009
07:27 PM Post #6499012
| Oh do I understand all of this well. Have had surgery on both hands but still have some problems. Nothing compared to what I did have--lost feeling in fingers on one hand before the surgery! I am told to keep using them is the best thing to do but sometimes they just rebel. |
barefootT
Wildwood, FL
(Zone 9a)
May 22, 2009
08:07 PM Post #6584834
| Well I am still stitchin away here and there on momma's quilt, I did a few new baby quilt tops, so I reckon I have to add them to the ufo list, need backs, and quilting...
I took my English paper piecing , tumbling blocks with me on the trip to Georgia, got quite a few more pieces done on that !!
I have totally decided, we just need to add a few more hours to every day...and find lots more energy, so we can get some more ufo work done!!!! ;-] |
Quilter5bdsr
(Barb) Hillsboro, NH
May 22, 2009
08:39 PM Post #6584971
| Just finished these placemats for my daughter's best friend. I love the colors she picked. 
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mittsy
Space Coast, FL
(Zone 11)
May 23, 2009
05:35 AM Post #6586187
| Does ironing and cutting count? That's about all I can manage right now. No extra money to buy another machine, so will try out my mom's this weekend.
Nice placemats, Barb. Glad you had a good trip to Georgia, Thunder. |
jumper2
Huron, OH
(Zone 5b)
May 23, 2009
03:28 PM Post #6587846
| I've been sewing for $ lately. Now done so I can get back to ufo's. Today I added two more projects(silly me). New projects keep popping up and not enough time in the day! |
psychw2
Boise, ID
(Zone 6a)
May 24, 2009
09:32 AM Post #6590524
| Ya, if MORE UFOs didn't hop into the pile maybe I could finish! |
barefootT
Wildwood, FL
(Zone 9a)
May 24, 2009
11:33 AM Post #6590985
| If we got all of our ufo's done...what would we have to look forward to ??? and dream about and scheme about????? LOL ;-} |
psychw2
Boise, ID
(Zone 6a)
May 24, 2009
01:43 PM Post #6591376
| Ya, it will NEVER happen. You know how your Mama used to tell you your eyes were bigger than your tummy when you took too much food? Well my eyes are WAY too time for the clock! HOWEVER, I am NEVER bored! |
jumper2
Huron, OH
(Zone 5b)
May 24, 2009
02:01 PM Post #6591434
| Nope, never can say we're bored! |
mittsy
Space Coast, FL
(Zone 11)
May 24, 2009
04:35 PM Post #6591929
| When I was pet sitting at my daughter's in Vero Beach, I went to a nice quilt shop. Dragonfly. I bought a template set made in America (Montana). I tried it out and this is the block. Had to add a frame to make it 12.5 inches but it will do for my bed quilt. I think it looks like a flower. The templates and pattern was $12.50. John Flynn 2003. 
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Quilter5bdsr
(Barb) Hillsboro, NH
May 24, 2009
06:24 PM Post #6592281
| That's very pretty. Are there curves in it? |
mittsy
Space Coast, FL
(Zone 11)
May 25, 2009
01:39 AM Post #6593719
| Yes. |
Quilter5bdsr
(Barb) Hillsboro, NH
May 25, 2009
07:08 AM Post #6594071
| Boy was that a dumb question on my part. Of course you can see the curves. What I meant to ask was are they pieced or appliqued? |
mittsy
Space Coast, FL
(Zone 11)
May 25, 2009
07:45 AM Post #6594141
| Pieced. |
barefootT
Wildwood, FL
(Zone 9a)
May 26, 2009
06:54 AM Post #6598915
| mittsy, that is lovely...I take it you now have a machine to work with?
are you going to use those with the spring/glutton blocks ?? that will be a great "filler" block...you are just way to creative ;-} |
Quilter5bdsr
(Barb) Hillsboro, NH
May 26, 2009
07:13 AM Post #6598935
| mittsy - how did you get the center to lay so flat? And I love your suggestion Thunder. That would make a great filler block. |
mittsy
Space Coast, FL
(Zone 11)
May 26, 2009
10:53 AM Post #6599624
| Clip the middle seam and press in the direction it wants to lay.
I'd like to try one with white tone on tone and green background fabric. Then use colored pencils to shade like a dogwood blossom. |
Quilter5bdsr
(Barb) Hillsboro, NH
May 26, 2009
10:55 AM Post #6599634
| Are you talking Crayola colored pencils or fabric pens? I've seen kids quilts done with crayons but never colored pencils. |
mittsy
Space Coast, FL
(Zone 11)
May 26, 2009
10:57 AM Post #6599646
| Colored pencils made for fabric. They are heat set with an iron. |
Quilter5bdsr
(Barb) Hillsboro, NH
May 26, 2009
11:01 AM Post #6599665
| Sounds like fun - You mentioned doing it with white on white. It will work on other colors too won't it? |
mittsy
Space Coast, FL
(Zone 11)
May 26, 2009
01:41 PM Post #6600263
| Yes, but Dogwood blossoms are white, hence the white tone on tone. |
barefootT
Wildwood, FL
(Zone 9a)
June 10, 2009
09:04 PM Post #6670836
| Hey everybody..
How y'all doin on the UFO'S ????
Mittsy did you do a dogwood yet?
I got that pink quilt done...finished the log cabins blocks, and the top is all together, now have to decide on back, and get to the quiltin... disappearing 9 patch top done, again needs back and quilting, I think I will do this one with one of the quilt as you go methods.
I have three baby quilt tops done...same story back and quilting needed.
and I just finished a top I started about five years ago !!! it got lost in the shuffle, and I just recently found it while re-arranging rooms. I was so excited to find it, I had actually forgotten all about it!! I will get some pictures soon and post. but now of course this will also need a backing and quilting...
and...I am still stitchin away on Momma's quilt, as a matter of fact I am off to do just that now... ;-}
happy stitchin |
jumper2
Huron, OH
(Zone 5b)
June 10, 2009
09:09 PM Post #6670857
| Keep adding to my list! I'm about to start a new project. I have a week to get it done as DD needs it for horse camp. And so it goes! |
psychw2
Boise, ID
(Zone 6a)
June 10, 2009
09:14 PM Post #6670882
| My UFO involve pulling/ digging/ bagging award winning size weeds! I'm preparing to paint the exterior of the house and of course its raining. I only have the scaffolding for less than a week more and its forecasted for RAIN the whole darn time! ugh
Sooooooooo much to do. I go into work late tomorrow (I have to comp out 3 hours since I am working the weekend). I least I'll get to SLEEP IN! Thunder, I still don't have the baby challenge quilt STARTED other than fabric bought and washed...
I'm late, I'm late... well I EVER get caught up again in my lifetime??? |
Quilter5bdsr
(Barb) Hillsboro, NH
June 10, 2009
10:30 PM Post #6671321
| No worries from here Pat. The baby quilt is when you get to it. You have enough on your plate right now. Get as much rest as you can. Hugs Barb |
babeegirl
Wichita, KS
(Zone 6a)
June 10, 2009
11:17 PM Post #6671522
| I have so many ufo's, the aliens need their own room. And, all the hoopla about them being so gosh darn interesting is a bunch of nonsense. They don't do housework, wipe their feet or recycle their beer cans. I'd be happier with elves! can elves drive ufo's? or are they only licensed to drive sleighs? they'd probably be too hyper anyway and I'd end up locking them in a Rubbermaid tub. |
Quilter5bdsr
(Barb) Hillsboro, NH
June 11, 2009
07:44 AM Post #6672443
| Thanks for the visuals babeegirl. I'm still chuckling!!! |
barefootT
Wildwood, FL
(Zone 9a)
June 11, 2009
09:00 AM Post #6672665
| IMHO quilters, and other creative people would "fall apart" If we did not have a stack of UFO'S lurking around, tormenting our "creative juices" into flowing...ya know what I mean??? course ya do ;-} ;-}...I got to sleep in today too, but now I got to work the late shift...oh well...
Doc, do we ever really get caught up??? no worries on the baby quilt, you will get to it when the time is right,and it will be fantastic!! |
mittsy
Space Coast, FL
(Zone 11)
June 11, 2009
09:00 AM Post #6672666
| Me too. Laughed out loud over that one.
Need to post an ad.
Wanted experienced, strong gardener, able to work without constant direction. Non smoker preferred.
Must be willing to sign contract to forfeiture of all wages if their weed whacking eliminates any 3 to 5 year old plants including berry bushes, rapberries, gooseberries and currants. Especially after being told three times not to cut down any plants clumps tied with white fabric strips and all plants were so marked.
Think there is any hope for me? What makes me maddest is I had to pay $40 to have all my fruits destroyed.
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psychw2
Boise, ID
(Zone 6a)
June 11, 2009
09:13 AM Post #6672712
| mmmmm... I think you PAY them for the work they did and THEY reimburse you for what they ruined! I think they will still owe YOU money after getting all their wages back! |
Quilter5bdsr
(Barb) Hillsboro, NH
June 11, 2009
07:33 PM Post #6675238
| Oh Mittsy what a shame. I'd be so angry. Know it doesn't do any good but I'd be angry just the same. Did they have any insurance or bonding? |
psychw2
Boise, ID
(Zone 6a)
June 11, 2009
10:21 PM Post #6676115
| I'm with you Barb, see if these Yeahoos had insurance! |
abbisgranma
(Marion) Havana, FL
(Zone 8b)
June 11, 2009
10:56 PM Post #6676252
| I am so glad to see others are late. I have a couple of weeks coming the end of June all by myself and I plan to sew all the time. DD will be in Costa Rica studying on a scholarship she was awarded!! I can leave stuff out and cover the kitchen table as well as the dining room table if I so chose---and I do!!!!
Just got home and keep seeing the interstate so decided to check my mail. |
barefootT
Wildwood, FL
(Zone 9a)
June 11, 2009
11:05 PM Post #6676280
| glad your home and safe Marion. hows mom? |
abbisgranma
(Marion) Havana, FL
(Zone 8b)
June 11, 2009
11:09 PM Post #6676295
| Still in the hospital with the UTI and will remain there until it is all cleared. I am pleased about that since it was what was dragging her down and caused the problems when she went for the PET scan. Once she has recovered the process will start over again sometime the middle or end of July as it is needed before they will clear her for the knee replacement surgery. She is a tough 90 yo!! |
barefootT
Wildwood, FL
(Zone 9a)
June 11, 2009
11:26 PM Post #6676397
| well I hope everything ends up good... |
mittsy
Space Coast, FL
(Zone 11)
June 12, 2009
05:04 AM Post #6676962
| My mom, celebrates her 90th birthday on the 16th. She is going strong, too. Big family party planned. Her five children, my brother, the only child, and the four girls are taking her to lunch. Then back to the house for cake and ice cream with all of the family that could make it. |
abbisgranma
(Marion) Havana, FL
(Zone 8b)
June 12, 2009
04:15 PM Post #6678953
| Oh Mittsy that sounds like fun! We planned a surprise trip to Animal Kingdom when Mom turned 89 with her granddaughter and great granddaughter coming from Canada to surprise her. They did indeed!
Wishing your Mom a very happy birthday and many, many more. |
jumper2
Huron, OH
(Zone 5b)
June 12, 2009
08:31 PM Post #6680005
| This is my first quilt. It's a lap quilt. The horns and fox are applique, I thought the horn fabric for the back was fitting. 
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jumper2
Huron, OH
(Zone 5b)
June 12, 2009
08:33 PM Post #6680017
| My latest project, quilted saddle pad for DD. 
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barefootT
Wildwood, FL
(Zone 9a)
June 12, 2009
08:41 PM Post #6680048
| Hey now Jumper...I thought you said you were not a quilter??!! that is lovely, and an appropriate subject I might add...
and appliqué !!! on your first quilt..WOW |
jumper2
Huron, OH
(Zone 5b)
June 12, 2009
08:43 PM Post #6680057
| Unfortunately, the edges are working loose. I think I needed a bigger zigzag.
This is my first one, I usually sew clothes and stuff for the horse and DD.
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jumper2
Huron, OH
(Zone 5b)
June 13, 2009
11:47 AM Post #6682168
| another UFO done! This was tougher as I used foam instead of batting.
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cheriffic
(Cheryl) Wilmington, MA
June 13, 2009
01:24 PM Post #6682525
| Very nice horse and DD will be very comfy with that one |
barefootT
Wildwood, FL
(Zone 9a)
June 13, 2009
09:30 PM Post #6683972
| heres one of my UFO's not quite done but much closer 
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barefootT
Wildwood, FL
(Zone 9a)
June 13, 2009
09:34 PM Post #6683984
| another piece, disappearing nine patch., I have six of these, made up of four blocks. I am going to put together with a quilt as you go method, using sashing on the top side, and the back will be a different color for each set, no sashing. 
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barefootT
Wildwood, FL
(Zone 9a)
June 13, 2009
09:35 PM Post #6683998
| here is the front of Momma's quilt, I have been so faithfully hand quilting forever... 
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barefootT
Wildwood, FL
(Zone 9a)
June 13, 2009
09:37 PM Post #6684002
| this is the back, I am stitching on all of the flowers... 
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barefootT
Wildwood, FL
(Zone 9a)
June 13, 2009
09:41 PM Post #6684026
| here is a picture of some of the stitchin. 
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barefootT
Wildwood, FL
(Zone 9a)
June 13, 2009
09:49 PM Post #6684069
| can't remember if I put this one on here or not...sorry if it is a repeat..
this is the scrappy stars, pattern I chose in one of the swaps, I asked everyone to use "their scraps" I absolutely love how this came out. thanks again to all who contributed to this one!!!
tomorrow I will take photos of the "lost" project...
now I got to go to bed..so sweet dreams everyone, and have a fantastic morning ;-]
and as always Happy Stitchin...
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jumper2
Huron, OH
(Zone 5b)
June 13, 2009
09:51 PM Post #6684083
| Cool pic, Thunder. It's insperation for the swap we're in. |
nancy1234
Kansas City, MO
June 14, 2009
08:34 AM Post #6685296
| How do I join ? I am the queen of UFOs Nancy |
jumper2
Huron, OH
(Zone 5b)
June 14, 2009
08:35 AM Post #6685300
| Just hop on in. We're all queens of UFOs. |
barefootT
Wildwood, FL
(Zone 9a)
June 14, 2009
11:28 AM Post #6685865
| nancy1234, post a few photos, up to five, of your ufo's...and someone else will pick the next one for you to finish...or you can just show us some of your stuff, and "vow" to work on it...
glad to have you join us ;-} |
barefootT
Wildwood, FL
(Zone 9a)
June 14, 2009
08:23 PM Post #6687645
| here is my was lost project...needs a few more finishing touches on the eyeball stitches, the pattern has another frog on the back side with part of one arm coming around to the front...I now have to figure out how to piece the back side ??? more log cabins?? or just some watery looking fabric?? or maybe one big log cabin block ?? 
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barefootT
Wildwood, FL
(Zone 9a)
June 14, 2009
08:24 PM Post #6687656
| another view...he has bugs and plants and water, in his cabins... 
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barefootT
Wildwood, FL
(Zone 9a)
June 14, 2009
08:26 PM Post #6687670
| And believe it or not...this was done all with scraps ;-} |
psychw2
Boise, ID
(Zone 6a)
June 15, 2009
06:18 AM Post #6689112
| WOW Thunder... I wanna go thru YOUR scap bin! LOL |
mittsy
Space Coast, FL
(Zone 11)
June 15, 2009
09:35 AM Post #6689680
| I'm working on the jeans purse, it's the last of my 5 projects. Can't believe I've actually finished four projects since starting this thread. |
jumper2
Huron, OH
(Zone 5b)
June 15, 2009
12:29 PM Post #6690574
| Good for you Mittsy, I've still have a couple to go. |
psychw2
Boise, ID
(Zone 6a)
June 15, 2009
06:22 PM Post #6692230
| WOW Mittsy... wish I could say that. I've INCREASED my UFOs by more than 4! |
barefootT
Wildwood, FL
(Zone 9a)
June 15, 2009
06:24 PM Post #6692237
| I got some done...butttttt added a whole bunch more...darling children think I can just whip up a quilt...no problem... |
psychw2
Boise, ID
(Zone 6a)
June 15, 2009
06:45 PM Post #6692319
| You mean YOU CAN'T???? LOL |
barefootT
Wildwood, FL
(Zone 9a)
June 15, 2009
07:50 PM Post #6692634
| oh my darling, but of course I CAN...just takes a little bit longer than they want it to LOL |
jumper2
Huron, OH
(Zone 5b)
June 15, 2009
08:38 PM Post #6692839
| UFOs tend to mutiply when your not looking! Everything always takes longer than they think. |
Quilter5bdsr
(Barb) Hillsboro, NH
June 27, 2009
04:47 PM Post #6746408
| I'm in so much trouble!!! I found a new quilt shop about a month ago. And yesterday I received an order for a pattern from Eleanor Burns for her Boston Common quilt. Well, when you put the two things together - I'm in trouble. I have decided to make the quilt using only Fusions. I love the way they blend. This will surely keep me busy for a while. It is an easy pattern but will be time consuming for me. I'm one of those that if it isn't right, I'll redo and redo until it is. I'll take all the "good luck" any of you can send!!!!!! |
abbisgranma
(Marion) Havana, FL
(Zone 8b)
June 27, 2009
05:00 PM Post #6746451
| ROFLOL Oh Barb that sounds so familiar!!! You can do it though--I have all the faith in your accomplishments. |
Quilter5bdsr
(Barb) Hillsboro, NH
June 27, 2009
05:57 PM Post #6746618
| Thanks Maid M. How is the hand doing? I sure hope it clears up soon for you. Have you been using Dusty"s method? I've used it before on infections and it does work!!! I'll have to send a picture of the fabrics I got. Tomorrow - got to cook supper and then an early night. Company coming tomorrow too - friends for 20+ years. |
abbisgranma
(Marion) Havana, FL
(Zone 8b)
June 27, 2009
07:45 PM Post #6747064
| The hand is much better and tonight I will see if it will let me cut some things out and sew. Wish me luck. Yes, I using Dusty method and it really did make a difference.
I would love to see the fabric when you get a chance. Rest well tonight and enjoy your company tomorrow. |
jumper2
Huron, OH
(Zone 5b)
June 27, 2009
08:20 PM Post #6747192
| Glad to hear the hand is getting better, Marion. Good luck with the new quilt, Barb. |
barefootT
Wildwood, FL
(Zone 9a)
June 28, 2009
11:40 AM Post #6749272
| "Good luck" Barb
Glad you continue to get better Marion.
Going to work on the disappearing 9 patch today, changed my mind on how to put it together, but I am almost done...Yahoooo
Then I am going to start the quilting on one of the baby quilts, I have three tops waiting to be done, and Grand-baby is due now in about two short months!!!! latest date is Aug 13
I just counted it's 46 days !!!! I got to go sew !!! ;-} |
mittsy
Space Coast, FL
(Zone 11)
June 28, 2009
06:58 PM Post #6750983
| For those of you who participated in the block of the month swap. Here's the finished quilt my daughter bought to fund my batting for the isolette quilts. She gave it to an employee for a baby shower gift. The mom sent this picture with baby and quilt. 
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llilyfan
South Central, IA
(Zone 5a)
June 28, 2009
07:04 PM Post #6751014
| How wonderful! |
Quilter5bdsr
(Barb) Hillsboro, NH
June 28, 2009
08:10 PM Post #6751238
| Mittsy what a little cutie --- and the quilts not bad either!!!! Just joshin" The quilt is FUN... |
barefootT
Wildwood, FL
(Zone 9a)
June 29, 2009
06:33 AM Post #6752684
| Don't ya just love those photos of your quilts being loved ???!!!!!! |
mittsy
Space Coast, FL
(Zone 11)
June 29, 2009
12:53 PM Post #6754118
| My daughter will pass along info from his mom, everytime they go some where, he runs and get his quilt. Don't leave home without it! |
mittsy
Space Coast, FL
(Zone 11)
November 04, 2009
10:08 AM Post #7240204
| We are well over 200 posts and need to update this to thread #3. Will do as soon as I find a great picture. Welcome newcomers and lurkers, take pictures of your five UFO's and prepare to post. I'll link back here to help you find new thread. |
mittsy
Space Coast, FL
(Zone 11)
November 04, 2009
10:13 AM Post #7240216
| Our new thread Look for this picture.
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psychw2
Boise, ID
(Zone 6a)
November 04, 2009
11:30 AM Post #7240459
| Sooooooooo much has happened over these last months. My mother has died and spent a lot of time in Wa before her death.
I have changed jobs, TWICE!! I start the new job next Monday and we bought a house, we move in beginning this Friday. Our new job & home is in WA. So guess you can see my UFO's have multiplied! |
mittsy
Space Coast, FL
(Zone 11)
November 04, 2009
07:37 PM Post #7242047
| Good to hear from you, Pat. (((Hugs))). |
barefootT
Wildwood, FL
(Zone 9a)
November 04, 2009
07:47 PM Post #7242083
| Doc, we will be anxiously awaiting your return to the swaps..!!! hope your moving adventure goes totally well...sure hope the new job has better hours...
Mittsy I will have to ponder on what to put in on the UFO's |
mittsy
Space Coast, FL
(Zone 11)
November 04, 2009
10:50 PM Post #7242742
| Please join us on our new thread
http://davesgarden.com/community/forums/t/1053405/ |
