I have just finished a Japanese fabric inspired quilt called "Kirichigae" which means 'changed cut'. Named after the block (#39) in the book "Japanese Quilt Blocks, to mix & match" by Susan Briscoe. The block comprises a set of four 6in. blocks using a 4" centre and striped fabric which is...

I was reading somewhere over the past week or two about using ground cinnamon spice for quilt marking. Over the past couple of weeks I have been marking out a new wholecloth. It's been a pain. However, I learned some stuff. I usually use either a Roxanne marker (Quilter's choice) or a...

I just got home with my gift from me to me! Celebrating (?!?!?) this milestone needed a very special 'something', so......... http://good-times.webshots.com/album/578540508YDoiYg Leslie and The Furbabies in MO

Hi all, I have finally finished my sister's 60th birthday quilt. If you would like to have a look, please...

There is a very dedicated nurse/administrator who has done a LOT (more than I could ever imagine in fact) to help me deal with the BC surgery and treatment side effects. I made a table runner for her, which I just finished yesterday. ...

If anybody is interested http://www.geonet.org.nz/earthquake/quakes/recent_quakes.html Carol in Auckland NZ

I have a slow cooker / crock pot and should and would like to use it more. My problem is that the gravy is always very thin when I do meaty casseroles and such and then I have to mess about thickening it which seems to negate the idea of an easy one pot meal. Do any of you have a favourite...

Well. If I am going to pack it in, I will need a bag to pack it into. Right? Here you are presented with a Weekender Man Bag that is done up in the Log Cabin Pattern. See where this whole "Man Bag" thing is going. What could be more "manly" than the Log Cabin Pattern? Right? Rough hewn work by the...

Yes. I know. The expression is photographic memory - but I have learned how to use the camera for memory. One of the Christmas tree skirts began with a printed panel. Of course, none of the blocks were straight or square. Step 1 was to cut them apart and attempt to square them. Step...

On the blog here for Sept. 9: http://sisterschoice.typepad.com/sisters_choice_quilts/ What a bad situation. I am glad I don't send my quilts out but for those that do communication is a big deal. Taria

I am going to the Mancuso show in Greater Philly Expo Center next Thurs. and then on to visit my aunt in New Holland, PA. Anyone else going? I was going to go last year, but my travelling companion was sick the morning we were to leave and my daughter's father-in-law was tin the hospital,...

You're an enabler! The last thing I need is one more way to spend time at the computer (I'm on it too much as it is!), but it looks like this might have some real possibilities. Darn you! -- Louise in Iowa nieland1390@mchsi dot com http://community.webshots.com/user/louiseiniowa On 9/11/2010...

has anyone heard from any of the RCTQ people who live in that area? Marcella is one who lives down that way. cant recall who else. it is a massive massive fire. :( j.

A brand new Jem Gold came to live in my house today. I need something small and non-computerized to take to classes (and on trips that last longer than a week and we may have some coming up next year). I took my Pfaff to a class and ended up having to take her to the sewing machine doctor. So...

Hi all, I just received this amazing information from a dear friend in NZ and thought you might like to have a look at what they are going through. http://www.christchurchquakemap.co.nz/ The aftershocks are still going. We get a lull for a few hours and then another cluster of them, mostly...

First, if you haven't yet seen the wonderful photos of giant quilt blocks painted on rural barns, tap "barn quilt photo" in your search engine and enjoy! I don't have a barn and I live in town, but I do have a garage, and want to replace the badly weathered "welcome" sign, which is a separate...

My local source of Mettler-thread-at-a-good-price has been sold, and the new store no longer does crafts. Would anyone have an online place to buy Mettler thread that they trust? Thank you! Martha

Hope the move is smooth for you! Glad you will have more room for your sewing things. Barbara in SC

Lost Heroes Art Quilt on display until Sept. 15 http://www.theday.com/article/20100913/NWS09/309139901/1019&town= {EXCERPT} TheDay.com -- Groton - The Lost Heroes Art Quilt, an artist's tribute to fallen service members, will be on display at the Submarine Force Library and Museum until...

This is incredible. If you like hummers, you'll love this. http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=l7xBLvMIBZU -- Gen http://community.webshots.com/user/Coren920