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Pattern Design Software - Need Advice!! 1 Reply
I would like to create my own square patterns and be able to print clear instructions. I currently have EQ6 software, but it doesn't allow me to separate components for easy tutorial instruction. D...
Tagged: design, software, quilting
Started by Angela L. Last reply by HeyJudee Oct 14.
Free "Olive Rose" Quilt Pattern 1 Reply
Free "Olive Rose" Quilt Pattern
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Started by Susan. Last reply by HeyJudee Oct 14.
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I thought this was neat: LikeSew Quilt Patterns Software
Started by Susan Oct 5.
Machine Applique Sewing Tutorial - Video
Jeri Kelly shows how to quilt using the machine applique technique.
Tagged: Tutorial, Sewing, Applique, Machine
Started by Susan Sep 28.
Machine Quilting on a Frame - Advice needed 2 Replies
HELP! I've made four quilt tops in the last two months and was starting to machine quilt the first tester on my new quilting frame. So... up goes the ol' Kenmore onto the carriage, everythings read...
Started by Louise Gagné. Last reply by Laurie Oct 16.
Quilt expert speaks to Questers
By Susan Johnson Some people in Sedona collect antiques without knowing much about the history of the basket or the hat or the quilt they’ve just purchased. Not so for the Palatki Chapter of Quest...
Tagged: antique, expert, Quilt
Started by Susan Sep 17.
A Textured Quilt - Three Easy Methods
By Trish Doornbosch Quilting alone isn't the only way to add texture to your quilt. Manipulating the fabric and stabilizing it before you add it to your quilt can add visual interest. Imagine, for...
Tagged: quilt, texture, Gathering, Crinkling, Pleating
Started by Susan Sep 16.
How would YOU quilt this! 6 Replies
I can't believe I actually completed the top...now to quilt it!!This is my Synergy wallhanging designed by Jinny Beyer. I'm all out of cotton batting so I'll have to run out Friday and pick some up...
Tagged: quilted, quilt, wallhanging, Synergy
Started by Lynne Demeter. Last reply by Laurie Oct 16.
Free Scrap Quilt Patterns
I'm starting this post as someone in another group asked about patterns for scrap quilts. Thought we should start up a list of sites that have good patterns. Here are some of my favourites: http:/...
Tagged: patterns, quilt, scrap
Started by HeyJudee Sep 9.
Hand Quilting Patterns on Antique Quilts 2 Replies
Which hand quilted patterns were stitched into American quilts made in the nineteenth and twentieth centuries? Nine common patterns seen by this quilt historian are described here. 1. Clamshell is...
Tagged: diamonds, pineapple, wreath, heart, patchwork
Started by Susan. Last reply by Lynne Demeter Sep 4.
Tweet Street Quilt by Pat Sloan 3 Replies
This quilt utilizes the Nikki Collection 2008 of fabrics by Pat Sloan from P&B Textiles. Quilt Size: 31" x 41". Download the pattern here!
Tagged: free_pattern, P&B_Textiles, Nikki, Pat_Sloan, tweet
Started by Susan. Last reply by HeyJudee Sep 4.
Looking for a new quilting machine 1 Reply
I've just purchased a Grace Sturdy-Lite frame and had been planning on putting my own Kenmore sewing machine on it to machine top quilt my quilts. It works but because the throat size is standard, ...
Started by Louise Gagné. Last reply by Laurie Oct 16.
Friendship Autograph Quilted Wall Hanging - Free Pattern
Quilting is part of American history. Make it part of your sewing know-how with this fast and easy quilting method. Make a fun wall-hanging, perfect for gathering autographs from all your friends. ...
Tagged: friends, gift, autographed, wall-hanging, friendship
Started by Susan Aug 26.
Free eBook: How to Make a Quilt— 67 Machine Stitching Tips and Motifs
My mom sent this info to me today. I thought I would share it. You can download this free ebook here.
Tagged: free_motion, quilting, ebook
Started by Susan Aug 25.
Creating a Quilter's Color Wheel
Tagged: red, blue, co-ordinate, yellow, quilt
Started by Susan Aug 11.
A quilter's paradise in Nebraska - article
By TRUDI HAHN International Quilt Study Center & Museum , Location: Lincoln NE, Architect: Robert A.M. Stern Architects . A world class museum with state of the art exhibitions. My nose was ...
Tagged: Nebraska, quilt, International_Quilt_Study_C..., exhibit, patchwork
Started by Susan Jul 26.
Fabric Swap 45 Replies
I would like to participate in a fabric swap; is anyone doing this? I see them all the time, but each time I find I'm too late to sign up!
Started by Lynne Demeter. Last reply by Derenda Jul 28.
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Comment by Louise Gagné on September 16, 2009 at 9:44pm - HELP! I've made four quilt tops in the last two months and was starting to machine quilt the first tester on my new quilting frame. So... up goes the ol' Kenmore onto the carriage, everythings ready to go.... I start machine quilting.... and all the tension is so out of whack it makes a horrible mess on the under side. So, since I'm new tho this quilting on a frame... do you normally have to adjust the tension just to use the machine on a frame? I was using a stippling foot.... I don't like my darning foot... feed dogs were dropped... I'm at a loss.... any and all advise is welcome.
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Comment by Katie on September 2, 2009 at 12:05pm - Hi Everyone,I just joined this group.My name is Katie and I'm 22 years old and I live in Long Island Bahamas.I started quilting in 2002 when my mom taught me how to make my first quilt.The first quilt I ever made was a watercolor quilt from one of the patterns out of Dina Papas book Quick watercolor Quilts.Shortly after that I started making my first applique quilt from patterns out of 501 Quilt Blocks Book.After I finshed that quilt I started making quilts from Mimi Dietrch book Baltimore Beauties.When I do make quilts as I haven't made many quilts in the last couple of years as I like to do a wide range of crafts I mostly like to make hand applique quilts and machine quilting.Happy Sewing.Katie
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Comment by Marta on July 26, 2009 at 10:21pm
- I just joined this group and am still learning how to navigate everything. Anyway, My name is Marta, I live in Calif. I have been quilting for quite awhile and have a volunteer group that makes prayer quilts for kids with terminal cancer. I would love it if others would introduce themselves so we can get to know each other a little.
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Comment by HeyJudee on July 26, 2009 at 8:22pm - Thanks Jill. This was actually the blocks that were from an advent quilt lessons that JoanneQuilts from the old sew-what-new site did back in 2005. I gave this to my niece...it's her family tree in the block...grandparents, mom, dad, brothers, nieces and nephews.
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Comment by Jill Dewar on July 26, 2009 at 2:54pm - @ Judee that is gorgeous!
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Comment by HeyJudee on July 26, 2009 at 12:20pm
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Mary, I have completed one quilt using a quilt-as-you-go method. It was queen size and I will probably not do it again. I found it too much of pain to put together as it got bigger and bigger. But I was doing a huge quilt and wanted large sashings and borders and it had some odd size blocks. I think it took longer than if I had done it as one whole piece. And I like doing free-motion quilting designs all over the quilt. So from my one experience, Q-A-Y-G is not for me. Here's a pic of the finished front & back
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Comment by Mary Coble on July 26, 2009 at 12:32am -
Has anyone tried the "quilt-as-you-go" method? Or reversible quilts? What are your opinions?
Thanks.
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Comment by Mary Coble on July 26, 2009 at 12:31am
- I agree with Jill. The books are great. For some reason, I had been avoiding them but picked up the most recent at the library - "The Lost Quilter." I thoroughly enjoyed it and hated to put it down. I have read one other and look forward to reading them all. I love the way the books switch back in time to tell the story of the quilt and quilter.
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Comment by Jill Dewar on July 23, 2009 at 2:04pm
- I recently read the complete series of books by Jennifer Chiaverini & thought my quilting 'friends' might be interested too. The first book in the series The Quilter's Apprentice" is about Sylvia Compson returning to the family estate Elm Creek Manor after an almost 50 year absence with the intention of preparing the Estate for sale. Syliva is an award winning quilter & the young lady she hires to help her organize the Estate is Sarah McLure who wants to learn to quilt. The stories are beautifully written & the characters were interesting - I enjoyed every novel in the series. I was able to get all of them at the local library. If any of you decide to read them let me know what you think!
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Comment by Susan on July 10, 2009 at 11:38am - There are some pretty quilt squares in the classified today!
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