Howdy! The Quilt Alliance is a comprehensive resource: http://www.allianceforamericanquilts.org/ Find just about any pattern, in quilts old & new: http://www.allianceforamericanquilts.org/projects/quiltindex.php So much to see, so much to consider, so much to dream....

http://www.liveleak.com/view?i=510_1344196881 definitely worth watching at least twice a day! Enjoy, barnyowl

Does anyone have experience putting together a quilt where the blocks are already heavily embellished? This is a group art project where the participants made their own blocks and I'm helping at the last steps. It's just simple squares with narrow sashing so assembling the top should be ok but...

Some time ago, just for fun, I made up a quilt design using small squares, large squares, small rectangles and large rectangles (as you do!). The quilt size is determined by the size of the small square, as all the other components are multiples of it. Later, I was asked to design a collection...

Dropped my quilt off at the fair after school today. Got some oohs and aahs from the gatherers already. Worried about some minor puckers on the back through. We shall see. Also a chance to catch a few glimpses of other quilts being dropped off. Looks like it will be a good show/fair this year....

I’ve been puttering in EQ7 and thought everyone might enjoy seeing what happened when I combined two Bible blocks - Jacob's Ladder from Word in Patchwork and Children of Israel from the Genesis to Job series. http://wordinpatchwork.wordpress.com I've had one or two emails asking about the...

(For Polly: I found another way to show the colours! So I'm reposting my question from the FB group) OK, I'll be sewing a bit for a baby that is about to enter my family (no, not my own!). The quilt I will totally decide everything myself - gotta keep some control :-) However, I was asked (and...

Anyone go? how about a report if you got there. It was just too hot and too much trouble but I always wish I had gone after it is over. tia, taria

Since we're rather quiet--usual summer occurence-- I thought I'd ask. What are YOU collecting for: WUH's (10X9 or larger) 1 Veggies: Avocados 2 Candy: Licorice (red 'sticks') and all over M&M's (no characters please) 3 Desserts: Cupcakes--individual so I can sut each out Willing to trade in...

I was a member years ago and thought the group had closed. Was so shocked the other day when I got a notification. Only looked at a few postings and was glad to see some familiar names. I used to sign Roz in Montreal, but now just sign as Roz. Take care.

Glad you figured out your machine problem! BTW:Your mini storm at sea is absolutely fantastic!!!! I've been itching to do that pattern for years...but in miniature...WOW! Fabulous! Your work amazes me!!!

Wow! Sandy! that is great! I'm still using iron on transfers for my labels and coloring them in with Pima color pens! They still come out good and since I don't have an embroidery machine anymore....no other options that are space-friendly. I do wish I had kept my serger tho! Used to do the label...

I get my close-vision bionic lens tomorrow morning early. Please hold me up and close. They do it so quickly that there won't be time for a real stash raid but you're welcome to try. Bring the gators some chicken or an insurance adjustor. No local Inspectors of any kind please; the gators have...

I've just had an email 50% off a year's subscription to QNNtv. Just wondering if anyone else subscribes, what do you think of it? is it worth doing? Living in Europe, I have no access to quilting shows on TV, but would love some inspiration as I haven't quilted very much for a long...

I'm recovering from a weekend spent at the Manchester Mini Maker Faire held at the Museum of Science and Industry. I spoke to lots of new quilters many of who said they were inspired to go away and continue by seeing my stuff - wow, what a buzz that has given me! I explained about sandwiching,...

Sometime within the next few months I'll be responsible for our quilt guild's monthly meeting. Usually we have some kind of a demo or a talk about a quilting related subject. I'd like to "get out of the box" and do something different. A game night comes to mind only I need help in figuring out...

Does anyone remember the Gingher Utility scissors? At least I think they are Gingher. Mom has a pair and I'm so tired of spending money on junky scissors at our house and the frustration that Bert and I are having. I've checked out the Gingher web site and none to be found. Any suggestions...

I am down to my very last pack of 45 rotary blades. A scary situation. It's been a year, maybe two since we hunted down the best buy; seems like we found it on ebay. As you would expect, I've changed my mind. This time, I don't want cheapest; would like to try what's best. By best I may mean...

So DH has been learning violin for about 3 months plus a little. As usual he has made astounding progress in little time. Thorncat, thinks he is a God. Normally she is not inclined to have much to do with him. When he starts playing that fiddle though, her ears perk up, she runs right over to...

I posted some new quilt photos in my Quilts album on facebook: https://www.facebook.com/media/set/?set=a.1283029991345.2038579.1097952730&type=1&l=d2a987aaeb. The album is public, so you should not have to be on Facebook to see the pictures. The first 7 are new today. I'm trying to finish up...