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What to do with extra blocks?

2008-07-15T16:54:11Z

I have so many extra blocks, sometimes 3 or 4 of the same kind, but maybe just one. They don't even close to match for colors, and they are all different sizes. Does anyone have any experience with putting these together to make a normal looking quilt? I have used some of them for my crazy quilts, but I have a stack of about 20 blocks, and I'm just not sure what to do with them.
I'd love to see pictures of projects people have made with mismatched blocks, or hear about them.

I also have a quilt front that I made when I was just learning to sew. I made so many mistakes. So many of the seams don't line up, the triangles have the points chopped off, and the blocks just looked "off" once they were sewed together. I'd appreciate suggestions on what to do with this too. I don't want to rip it all apart. Maybe I should just finish it and give it to my dog, but she'd just eat it anyway.
Thanks for your time!!

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The baby quilt question

2008-06-12T16:05:28Z

When to make one and when not to.

So far, I've made One for my nephew at his birth. One for a good friend at work. One for a charity raffle. One for my cousin for her toddler. One for my niece at her birth. One for my supervisor at work. Currently making one for friends of mine who are due soon.

The question is, really, the big-wig at the company I work for is expecting. It's a small company, so we see each other every day. He knows my name. So it's not like making one for a complete stranger… but it's also not really making one for brownie points. His position has almost completely nothing to do with the job I have. He can't really help or hurt me.

Others would view it as brown-nosing. Do I care what others think? Except for the fact that a whole lot of other people that I know just as well as the company president have had babies and not gotten quilts… I don't know that matters. And the people I'm a lot closer to haven't been having babies yet.

As a company president, would it be seen as a nice gesture to get a baby quilt from someone you see but rarely have contact with? Or would it be more of "what does SHE want?"

Also, I'm already working on my third baby quilt for the year. That would make a fourth in 2008. Should 2008 really be The Year of the Baby Quilt?

Weigh in, give me your comments. I know some people out there are probably already thinking, "you can't have enough blankets…"

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Family Valor

2008-03-20T20:56:29Z

I just finished this one in time to give to granddaughter while on leave before shipping out. Quilted it on sewing machine, first one I've quilted on a sewing machine..back in the old day Mom and Grand Mom always quilted by hand on a large frame.

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quilting magazines

2008-03-19T16:58:39Z

I haven't subscribed to a quilting magazine for years. It just seemed that I had so many projects in my head that one more awesome photo would put me over the edge.
Today I dropped by the grocery to check out the magazines, thinking I might subscribe to one again. Holy cow, there must be a dozen of them to choose from.
I don't know where to begin. Some seem to have lots of projects while others have great pictures, not that my quilts will ever look that good.
Do you all have a favorites to recommend?

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I think the problem is…

2008-03-11T13:47:57Z

So, I've been active on tribe for about a month now, and I've been trying to find a good quilting tribe the whole time.

The problem is, if you just browse tribe and search for Quilting, it doesn't give you this tribe first. ???!!!
So then you have to go to hobbies & crafts and sort through about 40 screens of crap before you're even in the Q section, and by that time you really have to get back to work before you get in trouble.

I had almost given up. Then I was looking at tribes my friends are in. Ta-Da! Quilting. Named "Quilting" even.

Anyway, new to this tribe. New to Tribe in general. Been quilting for ages. (Ages… I'm 33 and have only been quilting for probably 15 of those.) I'm at the point of quilting where it's just natural to make a baby quilt for new babies, but I'm tired of hearing people gush about how great they look. Yeah, it's a quilt. The kid will lay on it, play on it, eat on it, chew on it, sleep on it, not to mention all the unmentionable things that will happen on it. Does it matter that it looks good? (Yeah, of course it does. Those corners still need to be square.)

My mom says I got her into quilting. But actually she already had all the books. I just opened them up one day when I was bored…

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New to quilting-added a picture

2008-01-18T22:28:11Z

Hello,
I posted a picture of my first real attempt at quilting, a Christmas table runner. I bought the pattern from a local quilter who also makes patterns. She calls it "Posies" but I like to think of it as Pointsettias in my design. My only other quilting experience is a square I made for the local quilt store for a cancer quilt. A photo of it in in my account.
Nice to be here!
Sandra

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Yardage sale

2007-09-17T01:43:03Z

The local store has fat quarters on sale today as part of a fourth of July promotional. I was going to forgo purchasing anymore material until I made good use of what's at hand. Then my friend leslee gave me a coupon for an additional then percent off and I just can't say no (take that Nancy Reagan). I wonder if this is how my mother ended up with a closet full of material?

I think I'm an addict. ; )~

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1/4" seam allowance question from a newbie!

2007-09-01T16:32:04Z

Hello. Okay, I cannot find a quilting foot anywhere near me for my sewing machine and I was wondering if there are some tips that any of you could give me for marking this on my machine or the fabric? I am completely NEW to quilting and have just begun to read up on the subject and am finding the seam allowance to be a standard. Or if anyone knows where I might purchase a foot for my machine ( a Brother XL-5130) that would be fantastic also. Can't wait to hear from some of you!!

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Maple block quilt

2007-08-23T15:27:06Z

Finally posted a photo of the piecing for my latest quilt. It's same but reverse both sides so that I can quilt the leaf pattern created by the patchwork blocks straight through. Think I was a weee bit ambitious....have been fiddling with this for over a year now!

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First top...

2007-08-20T19:11:35Z

Finished my first top. Have marked some of it (need to so something with outer border), and will go ahead and finish it this week. I’d going to quilt it by hand so I’m unsure how long that will take me. There were so many “tricks” to the sewing process that I ended up learning by trial and error, but the top looks fantastic. On the whole it is pretty darn square with most corners butting up nicely. I’ve a pale yellow floral print for a back and am using a low loft batting to make the quilting easier. Once again, this is a blast. The new Janome is a pleasure to piece on.

Posted a picture of the top, and yeah, well, it’s a start.

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Fun, fun, fun...

2007-08-06T06:35:20Z

Learning to utilize the new Janome and rotary cutter, how to square material, what a good material is, etc. and having a blast all the while. You know, I think I can do this. : )

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Hi folks, I'm new to the group and quilting

2007-07-06T21:58:43Z

My friend leslee is new to tribe.com and I’m new to quilting. Actually I’m still in the preparation stage for my first quilt and she is patiently guiding me along (she once taught me to make teddy bears). Planning a simple Irish chain of blues and yellows with outline quilting. I imagine I won’t start for a couple of months as I’ve yet to acquire a sewing machine, and in a few weeks I’m taking a visit to Oklahoma where mom has promised me a crash course. My aunt who lives a couple of miles from the folks has finished over 800 with the church group she quilts with. I’ll be sure to take along the camera and snap a lot of pictures to post. In the meantime, I’m urging leslee (a work buddy) to join in this tribe if she can find the time. Here is a link to her profile page (check out her quilts) and if you can drop her a line of welcome to spur her on, that would be appreciated as too:

http://people.tribe.net/8814085e-ada6-49c0-8e03-e8297ddbeb94

Her Hawaiian quilts boggle my mind.

Also if you’re interested I’ve a quilt poem on my Blog that I wrote for leslee which you might enjoy:

http://people.tribe.net/lutesaroundtown/blog/d1dde022-a58e-4569-8b38-df329e462149

Lastly, here is a bit of net fun that I found in my quilt wanderings. It takes a while to open if you are like me with simple dial up, but once it does, hit the permutate button and hold on to your hats!

http://www.levitated.net/daily/lev9block.html

I look forward to reading through the posts. If I ask a lot of questions, well, it’s because I’ve got a lot to ask.

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cathedral window pattern search

2007-03-28T17:05:12Z

Hi! I'm looking for a pattern for the cathedral window quilt. I've searched the net, but can't seem to find one. Can any members help me out? Thanks in advance. It's -6*F here in Pennsylvania. BRRRRR!

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Block of the Month Blocks

2007-03-16T01:33:53Z

I'm learning to piece quilt blocks that are more than plain squares sewn together. I posted the pics on my home photo page. So far I have done 4 'months' by Dec I will have enough for a quilt..This is the first time I've ever done stars.

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WOW - see what happens?

2007-02-23T06:39:30Z

omg..I haven't been on Tribe in literally forever...and look at this group! Thank you everyone...sometimes, it is nice to see the seeds we have sewn (;D) grow into a forest...

Virginia

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piecing curves

2007-02-18T19:55:44Z

The best way to piece curves is to finger press each piece of fabric in the middle. Start pinning right sides togeth. There will be lots of puckering and it will look totally wrong, but carefully ease the pieces together. When you press it open, the pieces wil naturally go where they are supposed to go. Steam or spray water on the stubborn spots then iron. I hope this helps.

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yet another newbie..with a question

2007-02-16T11:12:17Z

Hello everybody.
I've always love fabrics etc and have often dreamed of quilting but never got round to it. I have a litle holiday right now and I want to get started with a small project.
Having thought about those things for YEARS. I already know what I want to do.,......you see the danger here right away, right?
I am just back from nearly a year in the Sahara and I want to do a simple and very small piece to put at the front of a small bag (purse style) that would look a bit like the dunes.
I have the books from the library, I am not entirely useless with a needle BUT I don't know how to do a slightly curved joining of quilt piece and still get a flat surface.
A couple of month ago the Smithsonian Magazine had a article on some quilts from Alabama and I love the way they are "free" this is pretty much the style of what I want to do (but in smaller) can anybody try to explain to me how to proceed for a very "natural" and "spontaneous" quilt.

Thanks.

I've put one of the quilts from the Smithonian article as my avatar

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Another newbie in need of opinions!

2007-02-04T04:56:12Z

Hey!
So I got into quilting a few years back and completely jumped ahead of myself by doing a king sized bed quilt..had a blast love doing it would love to do more BUT
I realized I do not have time to hand quilt nor the appropriate machine to machine quilt. As I have been an avid sewer for many years I'm not really sure I want to pay someone to do this for me.
SO the questions are this:
Who uses home machines to quilt and if so which ones? I want one that is a good all around machine too as my faithful Kenmore finaly died and I need a new general machine as well.
I've been contemplating a Bernina but I'm not sure if I can do a King size quilt with it. The Pfaff can but it only does straight stiches...
Any advice?
Oh and how much am I looking to spend? Since all the sights have this ridiculous aversion to letting us know how much they cost..as they think we'd be less annoyed by going to the store to find the machine is several grand and not affordable than to see it online. Harumpf!

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Newbie here

2007-02-04T04:49:25Z

Hi all, I'm ShaJuan from the US originally (Oklahoma) and living now in The Netherlands. I'm 39 and have two little girls ages 7 and 3. I love to quilt and thought I'd check out the group.

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Too quiet around here...

2007-01-13T00:21:34Z

Greetings All...
Just stirring the pot a bit, trying to get things re-started.
What fabulous creations are in the works,
I have some UFOs that I plan on finishing up this coming year, and some stuff that I designed on the computer that I want to get into fabric
I have plans to instigate some challenges, and enter stuff into the county fair.
So, what are YOU working on???

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Call for Entries: A quilt dedicated to Los Angeles women

2007-01-11T05:08:03Z

The Studio for Southern California History invites
you to help create a friendship-style quilt for its
upcoming exhibition: Los Angeles Women: A
Record of Experience

Anyone can participate by creating one (or more)
quilt block. The block must be 12 square inches,
include a theme fabric that will be provided by the Studio,
and machine washable. Other than these requirements,
you have complete creative freedom. We would love to
see blocks that memorialize and celebrate friends and
loved ones, heroines, role models, and historical figures.
This quilt is dedicated to local women who have made a
positive influence in the lives of others.

Write, call, or email the Studio to receive your
quilt block packet, which will include an instruction
sheet and a piece of theme fabric. Be sure to provide
us with an address to send your packet to. Or, pickup
your packet at the Studio and visit our current exhibit,
Work in Southern California: A Retrospective.

Contact Information:
Email: participate@socalstudio.org
Call: 213-229-8890
Mail: P.O. Box 8665, Los Angeles, CA 90012
Visit: 525 Alpine Street, Suite 103, Los Angeles, CA 90012

To be included, completed blocks must be received
by the Studio by 6 p.m. on December 11, 2006.

The quilt will be on display from January 13 to
May 31, 2007. All participants will receive posted
recognition.

Feel free to pass the word! We want to include as
many entries and voices as possible.

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Looking for a pattern

2006-09-23T12:22:35Z

Hi everyone. I just picked up a needle and thread yesterday, once again. I'm from New Orleans and due to the storm I lost all the patterns (and a couple of the quilts) I had collected over the years (I think losing the patterns hurt more than the quilts....) But, a year has come and gone and I am ready (no, really aching) to get back to work.

I had a pattern for the Double Wedding Ring Quilt that was in a small book by Mary Ellen Hopkins. I have been searching the net, but it appears it is out of print - and I am not having any luck finding a used copy.

Does anyone out there have the book and would be willing to copy it for me (pattern and all) ? I would be more than happy to pay copy and mailing charges. It really was the best technique and pattern for the Double Wedding Ring that I ever came across.

Anyway, I'm glad I found this group - you guys are inspiring! Lynn

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New to this tribe

2006-09-03T08:18:12Z

Hi I have been sewing for a long time and quilting for around 15 years. I have taught sewing and quilting to all ages and would like to just chat about patterns and such.

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My charity quilt group.

2006-09-03T08:15:08Z

Hi! I just wanted to let you fellow quilters know about my quilt charity group. It's called Blanketing America With Love. We provide quilts to families that have lost their homes due to fire, flood or other disaster. We operate solely on donations of fabric, thread, quilting notions and other supplies. I am the only one doing the actual quilting part right now, but I have recently attained a quilting machine and sewing machine to go with it, so we should soon be able to make more quilts more quickly. If you'd like to learn more or maybe donate some fabric or notions, please email me at quilterdarlene@msn.com. Thanks so much! God bless!

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Ghost Tribe?

2006-09-03T08:14:12Z

Hi....I may just be a little impatient, but does anyone else come here? I really want to get to know other quilters and compair stuff etc, have posted some photos of my efforts. Is this more a practical tribe than a chatty one?

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new to the site

2006-08-26T08:36:39Z

hi just found this site im doing a snowman quilt and would love to get into the block sharing but it will take me a few days to find my way around in here lol

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quilting in Orange County

2006-07-26T00:47:13Z

I just moved to Orange County CA and I would like to find a wonderful group/shop to quilt with and at. Does anybody know where I can go?

Used to quilt with my Mom in East Bay CA.

Am in the middle of a great quilt but need a shop to work in and nice women to make friends with and ask for help. Thanks!

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Ninja Quilt Help

2006-05-26T02:00:36Z

Hi Everybody - My husband is wanting me to make him a ninja quilt. I'm hoping to find a pattern that that that looks like some ninjas fighting amongst bamboo.
Does anyone know link to, or a book, that would have a ninja pattern, or bamboo pattern in it? I have a throwing star pattern already!

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sf fabric

2006-02-14T15:18:06Z

howdy

i'll be in sf this weekend and was wondering where to find cool material and good deals.

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Hello Everyone, Glad I found you

2005-12-27T22:56:14Z

Hi Everyone,

I'm new to Tribe and I've spent a great day looking through some of the various tribes that correspond to my varied interests. I was glad to find at least one Quilting Tribe that had some more men in it. It gets a little tiresome explaining to people that yes, I am a man who quilts. Finding a group that is established already with some men in it makes it much easier and comfortable.

I have been quilting since the 80s. I had worked doing theatrical costuming prior to that and making my own clothes as well. My mother, out of frustration taught me to use a sewing machine at age six, so I would stop making 'adjustments' to the settings. LOL Good excuse eh? I became a quilter after a friend asked me to put the blocks together for a quilt she wanted to embellish in tribute to a friend of hers who had died. Since then, I haven't been able to stop. I make quilts for myself primarily and for friends I love and cherish, as Christmas presents. I work in many styles, traditional, machine applique, tying and machine quilting.

I'm hoping joining will keep me motivated to finish the many quilts I have hanging about that are unfinished. That, and I have too many new designs and projects filling my head. I also , as I'm sure most of you do too, have WAY TOO MUCH fabric for the space I live in at present. I really must get cracking on getting more made.

Cheers, Drake

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Fabric Stash Available for sale

2005-12-27T04:07:41Z

Got this from a friend and thought I'd post it here in case anyone is interested.

From: "Holly" <megsbabystash@aol.com>
Date: Wed, 16 Nov 2005 13:06:24 -0000
Subject: [buy_sell_trade_tn] HUGE box of misc. Fabrics. Around 40 pounds!

Hi
I'm cleaning out some clutter. I had this idea that I would have time
to start sewing again...with a teen that I homeschool, a 2 year old and
a baby.Neverless, I have NO TIME so I'm getting rid of my stash.Lots of
fat quarters,pillow panels,fabric yardage and even some Malden Mills
fleece.Nothing smaller than a fat quarter in other words no junky
scraps.Would be super for any crafty person.I'm in Lebanon but will
ship at cost if you want it. $40.00 plus shipping and I do Pay pal too!

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Comfort America Project

2005-09-04T00:14:03Z

(Also see http://quilting.about.com for original story)

QUILTERS COMFORT AMERICA
A Cooperative Project
To Comfort Victims of Hurricane Katrina

To quilters everywhere: The devastation caused by Hurricane Katrina on the Gulf Coast is beyond belief. Here in Houston our hearts are heavy with sorrow for all the horrible losses, and we are preparing to welcome the thousands of refugees that are being bussed to us because they have lost their homes or have no access to whatever is left of their homes. Like so many other people, we want to help. Knowing quilters, we think you want to help, too, because there are no more generous, giving, open-hearted people than quilters.

Therefore, we are launching a two-part drive for Hurricane Katrina relief, and we urge you to join us in this project. We're calling it QUILTERS COMFORT AMERICA.

PART 1: Urgent Donations to the American Red Cross Disaster Relief Fund. We will match EVERY donation made by quilters to the American Red Cross, up to a maximum of $10,000, on a dollar for dollar basis. In other words, if you make a $25 donation, we'll match that with another $25 donation. If you make a $100 donation, we'll match that with another $100 donation, right up to the maximum. To avoid delays in your donations reaching the Red Cross, and because we have trusted quilters for more than 30 years now, just email us with the amount of your donation that you sent to the American Red Cross Disaster Relief Fund. Every penny of every donation--up to $10,000--will be matched by International Quilt Festival. You have my word on that. Please use this email address: exec5@quilts.com and use the subject line: RED CROSS DONATION.

PART 2: QUILTS FOR COMFORT Many thousands of the Katrina refugees are being sent to Houston RIGHT NOW, and no one knows how long they will have to be here. Most of them escaped the hurricane's fury with only the clothes on their backs--nothing more--and they may have absolutely nothing to go home to. They don't even know. The Astrodome is ready as temporary housing, but there is a serious shortage of bedding. Part 2 of QUILTERS COMFORT AMERICA is the collection of quilts of all kinds to be distributed to the refugees here in Houston so that they have something soft to sleep on instead of the hard concrete floors of the temporary shelters and something warm to cover up with against the chill of otherwise welcome air-conditioning (we've been in the 90s and 100s for weeks now).

Many of us have unfinished projects filling our closets and cupboards. Get out one of those projects--twin size preferred but no smaller than baby quilt size, please--and finish it up for this. Use lightweight batting--do whatever binding is the quickest, even a close zigzag stitch. You don't have to quilt it--tie it! If you have only small projects, add borders. Think about a mother lying on the floor cradling her baby--that's the size quilt we need to provide. These quilts are not meant to be heirlooms, although they will probably be treasured for many years as a symbol of the caring of strangers. Tie them, machine quilt them, work in a group with your friends and finish several on an assembly line, do whatever it takes to get these finished quickly. THE NEED FOR THESE QUILTS IS RIGHT NOW! If you already have some finished pieces that you don't have plans for, send them too, as long as they are no smaller than baby quilt size. If you are a professional, you may have sample quilts that have become shop-worn or faded but are still clean and very usable in an emergency--send them!--we are IN an emergency! Be sure to put a label on the back of your quilt or sign it with a kind thought and your name and date. Every piece will go to a refugee family driven from their homes by the hurricane.

To participate in QUILTERS COMFORT AMERICA, send an email to exec5@quilts.com (subject line: COMFORT AMERICA) to let us know how many quilts you are sending. That will help us help the Red Cross in its planning. Please do not expect a confirmation that your quilt has been received or any kind of nice thank-you. Sometimes we just have to do things because they are the RIGHT things to do--this is one of those times. People need help...the kind of help WE can give.

Use this address to send your quilt/s: COMFORT AMERICA PROJECT c/o International Festival 7660 Woodway, Suite 550 Houston, TX 77063 Please note: for security, do NOT use the word 'quilt' ANYWHERE in your address label!

Many of us have also amassed linen closets full of old but completely usable sheets--perhaps a size you no longer use, or juvenile prints that your college age kids don't like anymore. Clean sheets and blankets are also most welcome to QUILTERS COMFORT AMERICA. Naturally, everything should be clean and fresh. These folks have lived with enough mud and dirt to last them the rest of their lives--let's give them a clean bed to rest in. Please note that we cannot use fabric, patterns, scraps, etc.

Quilt Festival will serve as the collection point for these quilts, and we will deliver them DAILY to the American Red Cross staffing the refugee centers in Houston, where they will be distributed by the Red Cross volunteers. Because we are right here in Houston where more than 25,000 of the refugees will be, we can make a difference RIGHT NOW...if you'll help.

Time is critical--the need is NOW! People are arriving by the hour, children are bedding down on the cold concrete, bedding is needed by people of all ages who have lost everything in this horrible storm. Please help if you can. If you live in or around Houston, you are welcome to hand deliver your donations to us. Our address is 7660 Woodway, Suite 550, Houston 77063. You can find it on Mapquest. Please note that this is one block of Woodway that runs perpendicular to all the rest of Woodway.

Thanks to everyone!

QUILTERS COMFORT AMERICA.
Karey Patterson Bresenhan
Director, International Quilt Festival--Houston and Chicago
http://www.quilts.com

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New to this tribe...

2005-07-31T01:34:10Z

Hi all,
I just joined this tribe. I've been quilting off and on for about 15 years. Most of my quilts are for the beds, but I have made a couple of wallhangers. I posted a piture of the quilt I'm making for my dad. I don't think that I will do any more hand quilting with black on black when this one is done...
SS

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Commercial Items

2005-07-31T01:30:48Z

This area is for folks who have quilting products that make life MUCH easier for us quilters! I don't know about you guys, but I LOVE gadgets and methods that make things faster and easier, but still let me have that traditional look/feel!

Entrepreneurs....have at it in this section!

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Kind of quiet lately...

2005-07-26T06:57:04Z

Greetings All,
I've noticed that things have been rather quiet of late. What is everyone working on?
I have about a dozen (or possibly more) that are in various stages of completion. Currently, I'm working on my dad's quilt. (thats the kinda Amishy looking one in Photos) I am also doing a repair on my mom's quilt.
So what are YOU working on???
PBK (Sharon)

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metallic matterial

2005-07-23T09:02:27Z

a friend gave me a box of craft stuff. christmas in june!! there are several large pieces of metallic matterial in there. any one know how to work with it?? it is thin and frays easy. i want to make quilt yo-yo's and put on black matterial, but the needle is tearing it. or cut strips and put on black matterial.. when i look at the matterial i keep thinking underwater, so i want some kind of underwater quilt i can use any suggestions.

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my latest quilt

2005-05-20T02:44:58Z

I put pictures of my new quilt in the pictures section. I used a design by Jan Markey of Stargazey quilts. Has anyone ever used her patterns? They are amazing ... no precision cutting, a scrappy look I like ... well, you see what you think. It's the bee quilt.

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new quilts

2005-05-13T12:17:47Z

i just finished three new quilts and have posted the photos of them here in the picture section... they are gwen's, hans', and milo's quilts. lemme know what you think of them. i was quite pleased, as were the recipients! any more people have pictures of their quilts to post?!
keep quilting!!

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Best type of machine for quilting?

2005-02-02T16:10:01Z

I am in the market for a new machine that is more geared toward quilting. What is the best brand/make/model, etc...
I have looked at Janome.
I don't really have the room for one of those big, huge long arm machines. Maybe one of these days...(Sigh)

Suz

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Still need squares for the love quilt for Curtis

2005-02-01T23:15:13Z

I am trying to pull together the love quilt project in time for a March 5 benefit we're putting on for our Burning Man friend Curtis Coleman. (I've posted about his terrifying bout with throat cancer before, those of you who haven't seen them can read at http://www.friendsofcurtis.com)

I still need blocks on the theme of Burning (MAN) Love. They are 10.5" by 10.5" unfinished (10" finished) and can be out of anything you want. We're asking you to make two -- one we will give to Curtis, the other we will auction off.

If you can help, please send me a message or drop email to kris@ploop.net and I'll hook you up with all the details, logistics, etc.

THANKS!

Kristine

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Hi! Just joined, not sure what to do....

2005-02-01T17:27:38Z

Hello, all. Wanted to introduce myself. My name is Suzanne and I love to quilt. While not a purist, (hand-pieced, hand-quilted), I love the art of quilting. My favorite part is designing and making the quilt top. I have several dozen in various stages of completion. I am self-taught and trying to learn new skills. I started working with just squares, advanced to triangles, then learned about strip cutting and piecing. What a great idea. Right now, I am trying to master the art of the binding. The books I have are confusing me. Any suggestions?
Thanks!

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Alright - more than one victim!

2005-02-01T17:21:35Z

Hey, cool to see others! You can view and ridicule my quilts at http://photos.yahoo.com/tygger281!

:)

Virginia

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Blanketing America With Love

2004-08-25T17:04:52Z

Hi! I'm new to this tribe, but wanted to share some info about myself and my charity group. In 1994, I suffered a hed injury and became disabled. About four years ago, I discovered quilting and am now thoroughly addicted. To pass some of my time, I recently created a quilt charity called Blanketing America With Love. We provide quilts to families that have lost their homes to fire or other disasters. The first quilt is in the frame and halfway done. I love talking to other quilters. Anyone interested in starting a fabric swap, please let me know.

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check this out

2004-06-24T23:49:44Z

have you check out this website. they have free patterns.
www.freequilt.com.
they have some good stuff.

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perl cotton

2004-06-24T23:47:24Z

can you dye perl cotton? Does it come in more colors than white, beige and red? It's all I can find, but I want cyan blue and orange :-/ standard quilt thread isn't bold enough, and embroidery floss is a bit tedious.

I'm workinng on some art quilts that require bold contrasting quilting.

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