Only a Quilter by Tom and Madge Powis...June 2003 We've all heard the classic line that only a quilter would take yards and yards of material, cut it into little pieces and then sew them back together again. While this statement is true and a little funny to think about, it doesn't even scratch...

What part of Alaska will you be going to? It does make a difference on what you would pack. Also, what time of the month will you be here? I am in Anchorage and July/August has been quite rainy. I would say to be on the safe side to pack COMFORTABLE shoes (definately not new) long sleeved tee-shirt...

I got this message from my ISP yesterday warning us not to open any password protected zip file. "VIRUS WARNING: We have had multiple reports from our users about receiving emails containing a warning and a password protected zip file. This is a virus. Do not open the attachment, just delete the

I have gone to several websites and think i have a handle on how to do this, but i'm wondering if anyone has "perfected" the technique and has any tips on how to get pointier points or make it go easier/more quickly or what to avoid? Most of them said to practice with a heart... I may do that...

Hi, I'm in the process of starting my first quilt and would like to buy a rotary cutter. Which is the best brand and what size do I need? I'm collecting wool fabric to make a pieced wool crazy quilt and thought a rotary cutter would make cutting all the fabric pieces much easier. Any advice...

Has anyone found the hidden bonus block for this month? Jan

Hi all, I have been browsing on Ebay for some fabric and have come across two lots which interest me. I can only really justify buying one, so I need to know which would be the best bargain! The first is for 25 fat quarters, all different. The second is for 1kg (2.2lbs) of scraps, 50+ different...

Getting a Round Robin going is a lot of organizational work! I credit everyone who has done this before me! Okay, I have a quandry. I have one person who signed up and I originally misplaced their email. I want them in the Mini RR since they signed up and it is my mistake they were overlooked...

Hi everyone, I am new to quilting and foundation piecing. Is it OK to foundation piece by hand rather than sewing the seams using a machine? I am looking for ways to make my projects portable (something to do during endless hours of waiting for kids at music lessons, sports, etc). (That's how...

Well, my machine is in the shop for some big repairs. Some of the parts are still under warrenty, so that's a help with the cost. I guess I've worked it too hard over the last year. Right now, I'm trying to use my MIL's 40 plus year old Kenmore and it sure makes me miss my machine. Well at least I...

dogsnus wrote: I've been trying to get my machine to stitch with my new double needle. I say "trying" because the right side keeps skipping stitches while the left needle stitches just fine. I've done all the recommendations in the newly acquired manual for my Singer; threading it...

Ladies, I'm a slow, new-to-machinequilting quilter and have been lurking for some time now. It's given me a lot of respect for your collective wisdom. Please can you help ? My problem; I've found a wall-hanging in the Kathleen Guerrier Little Book of Little Quilts which I'd like to make, ( the...

'lo I've been lurking for awhile but felt like joining in the fun. Have really enjoyed all of the messages both on and OT. I started quilting last March and am already hopelessly addicted. I live in Michigan with my DH and two mutts (soon to be three when friend's assistance dog needs a...

Anyone teetering on the edge of thinking about participating in this? We need ONE more USA person for a USA only group. Any takers so I don't have to be in two groups???!! :) Thanks! Melissa in NJ :) -- and the "Boos Hounds" (Bear, Bits, and Lexus) and Maxi (aka Witch Kitty with a "B"), Kenobi...

I just ran a test on those '-ISH' pencils---marked all 3 colors on white, yellow, red, green & nearly-black scraps, then washed 'em. I could still see the marks on the white & yellow, not on the others. Be appropriately warned. -- Jean S

I know this is a funny question, but humor me. I'm not advertising. Would someone go to Big Horn Quilts at www.bighornquilts.com and click on ENTER THE FABRIC SHOP. In the upper right hand corner, there will be a thumbnail with the word "Newest!" under it and under that a date. What is that date?...

For anyone who is interested but hasn't emailed me yet, this is your last chance. I'm closing it tomorrow (Friday 5th March) Following hard on the success of our two round robins, we're having a third go. This time we're doing a structured block swap. I urge all Aussie and Kiwi quilters to join...

Let's Have a Virtual Quilt Show! Here's a link to pics of my quilts online. Now post a link to your quilt pics online. http://community.webshots.com/user/quiltngryhndlady I need lovelies to look at!!!!!!!! Melissa in NJ

that when you take the skirt off a bed skirt, and iron it and lay it out that you get a piece of fabric that is between 14-18 inches wide and 30 feet long??????? Well now it is still 30 feet long but only 1.5 inches wide, and getting ready to conform to a basket weave block :)

I just received my lastest shipment of charity batting from Hobbs but it didn't include any instructions, so I thought I'd ask all of you. The batting is white in color but almost seems like fleece, no cush but dense. How far apart does it need to be quilted?? Thanks! Jill Critter Comforts:...