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Re: Quilts...
« Reply #210 on: October 22, 2016, 08:28:48 AM »
Wow!  That turned out "sweet"!  I really like that.
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Re: Quilts...
« Reply #211 on: October 22, 2016, 08:52:50 AM »
Wow!  That turned out "sweet"!  I really like that.
Thank you.
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« Reply #212 on: October 22, 2016, 10:57:30 AM »
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« Reply #213 on: October 23, 2016, 01:37:04 PM »
Just ordered and I'm going to try a different batting in the middle of my next few quilts.  I really like the batting I've been using, but it's more expensive and comes in rather large lots when I order from my supplier.  So, I'm going to try this other brand that has similar qualities, but it comes in half-sized lots compared to the other brand, so easier to order and store.  Also, ordered a blend that is fluffier to try.  So, we'll see how it goes when I make up these next few quilts.  [Zebra quilt will get my usual batting, as I have it here, and I'm working on it a bit now.
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Stallions: Little Kings Cat on Top, Paper Mache`
Mares: Misty, Tana, Sophia, Bliss, Bonny, Dolly and Baybe
Geldings: Dakota, Monte and Manny, Spotty
Donkey: Tilly

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Re: Quilts...
« Reply #214 on: October 23, 2016, 08:59:22 PM »
Next project to work on:
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Stallions: Little Kings Cat on Top, Paper Mache`
Mares: Misty, Tana, Sophia, Bliss, Bonny, Dolly and Baybe
Geldings: Dakota, Monte and Manny, Spotty
Donkey: Tilly

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Re: Quilts...
« Reply #215 on: October 24, 2016, 05:49:27 AM »
Beautiful!!
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Re: Quilts...
« Reply #216 on: October 24, 2016, 07:22:22 AM »
Chanda!!!!

I found a really cool YouTube channel in the Missouri Quilting Company.  She generally uses Moda and the Jelly Rolls or Charm Squares in different sizes (I will have to cut my own - cutting is what has always taken me so much time).  But then she shows how to do different squares and patterns - w/o lots of extra cutting & no pinning.  WOW, so cool. 

REALLY like the Jacobs Ladder quilt - she shows it in a shade on shade pattern from Moda and then a 2 tone (red/white). 

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=itUKAJ6RaOc

I think I've finally found what I was looking for in beginner easy.  No to get all my stuff actually unpacked and set up so that maybe I can do this.

I like the Serendipity quilt, too, but that's just way to busy for me.  I'd have to do more of the same color - to many fabric patterns in her demo. 

Watching some more now while I drink 2nd cup of coffee before chores...


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Re: Quilts...
« Reply #217 on: October 24, 2016, 09:35:18 AM »
Thank you, Diane.

I'll try to check it out Paula.
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Stallions: Little Kings Cat on Top, Paper Mache`
Mares: Misty, Tana, Sophia, Bliss, Bonny, Dolly and Baybe
Geldings: Dakota, Monte and Manny, Spotty
Donkey: Tilly

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« Reply #218 on: October 27, 2016, 03:04:55 PM »
Looks like I'm going to be able to head to town tomorrow for sewing day, and I now have two quilts to pin for quilting.
I have this colorful top as well.
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Mares: Misty, Tana, Sophia, Bliss, Bonny, Dolly and Baybe
Geldings: Dakota, Monte and Manny, Spotty
Donkey: Tilly

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Re: Quilts...
« Reply #219 on: October 27, 2016, 04:48:32 PM »
Very pretty!
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Re: Quilts...
« Reply #220 on: October 27, 2016, 05:27:07 PM »
Very Nice Chanda :)

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« Reply #221 on: October 27, 2016, 08:51:19 PM »
Thank you.
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Stallions: Little Kings Cat on Top, Paper Mache`
Mares: Misty, Tana, Sophia, Bliss, Bonny, Dolly and Baybe
Geldings: Dakota, Monte and Manny, Spotty
Donkey: Tilly

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Re: Quilts...
« Reply #222 on: October 27, 2016, 09:03:12 PM »
Hi everybody!!!  Chanda, I really like that blue striped one! I'm heading over to the other quilting thread.....just to take a peek, mind you.....

I very much love the IDEA of quilts and quilting. Space (actually the lack thereof) limits the things we can do here. Even when we have the big trailer ready, it will still be space-crunched. Are there any suggestions for beginners who lack space??
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Re: Quilts...
« Reply #223 on: October 27, 2016, 11:33:32 PM »
I make smaller quilts, partially due to limited space, and partially due to lack of patience.
Chanda
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Stallions: Little Kings Cat on Top, Paper Mache`
Mares: Misty, Tana, Sophia, Bliss, Bonny, Dolly and Baybe
Geldings: Dakota, Monte and Manny, Spotty
Donkey: Tilly

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Re: Quilts...
« Reply #224 on: October 28, 2016, 06:19:39 PM »
Store your supplies in water proof bags in water/animal proof bins/tubs and store somewhere on your property.  When you have the time to quilt, pull it out.  probably if you go smaller like what Chanda mentions, that means fewer pieces - to cut, to piece and to have in your lap.  The cut pieces take up much less room - you could hang the bag of cut pieces up somewhere (or scrunch it down?)  You can do the cutting, planning & piecing all separately.  I did that with the small wall hangings I did - not just because of space but time issues with the three girls - from 1992 thru 1995.  I've never gotten back into it since the loss of our "stuff" (not sure u kno that story?) - but want to now...  Working on that.

*** we will finally be working on the floor in the "fireplace room" (back door/door we use entrance) this weekend.  After that, I'm hoping to set up the "library"/craft area...  Crossing my fingers I get to start pulling out material/supplies/sewing machine this winter my ownself.  ******

Can't wait to hear more about what's going on Julie. Would love to arrange a time to come visit. 
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