Forum: Quilting
August 21st 13, 03:12 AM Posted to rec.crafts.textiles.quilting
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Replies: 9
Views: 1,080
news from our new home
I was excited to receive 140 posts from this group tonight. Of course
it had been a month since I had checked but so glad the numbers are
back. Sometimes after several days I would only receive 5 or...
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Forum: Quilting
July 31st 13, 02:50 PM Posted to rec.crafts.textiles.quilting
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Replies: 3
Views: 737
Giant Dahlia
Giant Dahlia is on my Bucket List. I have watched Marti Michell
demonstrate her templates and it looks like they work. Just love the
look of one big dahlia centered on the bed.
Susan
On Sun, 28...
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Forum: Quilting
July 31st 13, 02:46 PM Posted to rec.crafts.textiles.quilting
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Replies: 32
Views: 2,446
Quilts in Movies...
There are so few post by this group some of us are anxious for any
post even a golden oldie. Maybe I am not receiving all of the posts. I
had not checked in several days. When I just asked my...
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Forum: Quilting
July 20th 13, 09:33 PM Posted to rec.crafts.textiles.quilting
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Replies: 4
Views: 618
Use for Postcard Sleeves?
While cleaning and rearranging my studio I found a package of plastic
Postcard Sleeves (3 11/16" x 5 3/4"). I know I bought them for
something to do with quilting but can't remember what was the...
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Forum: Quilting
July 18th 13, 11:00 PM Posted to rec.crafts.textiles.quilting
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Replies: 6
Views: 851
What a difference a year makes!
I have owned an AccuCut machine for over 20 years. When you need to
cut a lot or cutting is physically difficult the machine is a
lifesaver. My original machine was designed for paper which I...
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Forum: Quilting
May 8th 13, 08:25 PM Posted to rec.crafts.textiles.quilting
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Replies: 21
Views: 1,770
What are you doing?
The reason I have so much fabric in my studio is because I always buy
at least an extra half yard of every fabric for a quilt "just in
case". If there isn't much on the bolt I will buy the rest...
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Forum: Quilting
May 6th 13, 02:23 PM Posted to rec.crafts.textiles.quilting
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Replies: 5
Views: 573
no new postings since 5/2 (long)
Ok, I know it is spring and everyone is enjoying the outdoors but a
check for new RTCQ posts showed nothing since May 2! Can't be right.
I have enjoyed being outside as much as possible but also...
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Forum: Quilting
March 18th 13, 05:24 PM Posted to rec.crafts.textiles.quilting
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Replies: 26
Views: 4,405
So what are you all working on?
Life has been more hectic than usual so sewing has taken a back seat.
In preparation for placing our house on the market two of the
bathrooms are being remodeled. The townhouse we have bought...
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Forum: Quilting
February 10th 13, 02:35 AM Posted to rec.crafts.textiles.quilting
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Replies: 5
Views: 632
East Coast members please report
As I hear the storm news from the east coast I think about our members
living in the area. Please let us know how you are doing.
Chicago weather continues to be strange. Thursday it couldn't...
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Forum: Quilting
January 29th 13, 12:22 AM Posted to rec.crafts.textiles.quilting
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Replies: 4
Views: 587
Ronald McDonald Houses
Thanks for your information. It will be at least a year before
construction begins as they must raise a lot of money in addition to
what Ronald McDonald Charities will be giving them.
Susan
On...
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Forum: Quilting
January 29th 13, 12:19 AM Posted to rec.crafts.textiles.quilting
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Replies: 4
Views: 587
Ronald McDonald Houses
Thanks for your offer to connect me with your local committee chair. I
will file this reply and contact you again when it is closer to
opening. It is good to hear that most Ronald McDonald Houses...
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Forum: Quilting
January 27th 13, 03:38 PM Posted to rec.crafts.textiles.quilting
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Replies: 4
Views: 587
Ronald McDonald Houses
A new Ronald McDonald House is being built near our local hospital. We
haven't had a local one before. The nearest was in Chicago at a big
university hospital. Have any of you ever been involved with...
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Forum: Quilting
January 22nd 13, 04:29 PM Posted to rec.crafts.textiles.quilting
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Replies: 17
Views: 1,833
Prices of fabric
Will the price of fabric mean the end of the quilting industry or just
the local quilt shop. Fabric purchasing is my one vise. I don't buy
designer clothes or drink or gamble. I buy lots of fabric....
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Forum: Quilting
January 14th 13, 07:47 PM Posted to rec.crafts.textiles.quilting
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Replies: 8
Views: 818
Too tired to quilt?
I did a similar silly thing yesterday. I am making a sampler quilt for
the store using the foundation technique. I stitched the fabric to
each section of the block being very careful because the...
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Forum: Quilting
December 28th 12, 03:30 PM Posted to rec.crafts.textiles.quilting
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Replies: 21
Views: 1,590
Quilty Gifts
Same here. My first granddaughter was born December 4th. Finally
someone who will use pink!
Susan
On Wed, 26 Dec 2012 17:04:16 -0800 (PST),
wrote:
I didn't get any...
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Forum: Quilting
December 28th 12, 03:26 PM Posted to rec.crafts.textiles.quilting
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Replies: 21
Views: 1,590
Quilty Gifts
My husband gave me several crisp $100 bills and told me it was "mad
money" to spend as I wish. Of course it will all go toward quilting
fabrics and supplies. My daughter-in-law made me a lovely...
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Forum: Quilting
October 31st 12, 01:58 AM Posted to rec.crafts.textiles.quilting
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Replies: 4
Views: 526
Donating quilts to East Coast
Has anyone heard of an organization collecting quilts for the East
Coast? If anyone hears of a reliable collection and distribution group
please post the information. I have quilts ready to send but...
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Forum: Quilting
October 20th 12, 06:48 PM Posted to rec.crafts.textiles.quilting
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Replies: 7
Views: 794
Fabric questions
I have the same plans for my "less than fat quarter" boxes. What size
should I cut them? For years they have been sorted by color but I
don't often use them. Thought if they were cut into strips and...
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Forum: Quilting
September 26th 12, 11:10 PM Posted to rec.crafts.textiles.quilting
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Replies: 33
Views: 2,453
So glad to see more posts
My post about "no posts" generated responses from many of you. Glad to
see I am not alone. October is the month when I give away the charity
quilts made throughout the year. The problem is much of...
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Forum: Quilting
September 23rd 12, 03:48 AM Posted to rec.crafts.textiles.quilting
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Replies: 12
Views: 1,323
not receiving any posts from RTCQ
It has been several hours since my last post. I finally had time to
check and my post was the only one received. This is strange. Am I the
only one left? Did the group disband and not tell me? I...
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Forum: Quilting
September 23rd 12, 02:11 AM Posted to rec.crafts.textiles.quilting
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Replies: 12
Views: 1,323
not receiving any posts from RTCQ
I haven't updated RCTQ in two days so was expecting several posts.
Just hit the button to update and there are no posts. Now I know this
entire group could not be quiet for even 24 hours let along...
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Forum: Quilting
July 31st 12, 08:51 PM Posted to rec.crafts.textiles.quilting
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Replies: 12
Views: 112,673
Games Quilters Play
My guild always has one less expensive meeting called a Gadget Night.
It sometimes takes a little arm twisting but find at least six members
to prepare a ten minute presentation on some new gadget...
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Forum: Quilting
July 30th 12, 03:14 PM Posted to rec.crafts.textiles.quilting
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Replies: 11
Views: 1,240
Gingher utility scissors?
If you are looking for something to cut chicken bones and cardboard
look at companies that sell good quality knives.
Susan
On Sun, 29 Jul 2012 20:02:45 -0800, "Steven Cook"...
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Forum: Quilting
July 30th 12, 03:12 PM Posted to rec.crafts.textiles.quilting
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Replies: 15
Views: 1,240
BEST rotary blades?
I stick with the name brands (Olfa or Fiskars) and buy them in
packages of five with a 40%
off coupon at JoAnn's. I use mainly the 44 mm and save the 65 mm for
extreme multiple layers. No matter the...
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Forum: Quilting
July 27th 12, 03:22 PM Posted to rec.crafts.textiles.quilting
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Replies: 12
Views: 112,673
Games Quilters Play
I would love to know how this works. My guild will make quilts for
children this year so using the fabric would be a great tie-in.
Susan
On Tue, 24 Jul 2012 01:05:32 GMT, wrote:
At...
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