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Its funny you should post this question to everyone; I was just thinking last week how far I've come in quilting since I started. It was quite evident when I had to make my in-laws quilts' smaller. The quilting looked like a 5 year old did it, my stippling was enormous, my points didn't match...
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I used SHARON SHAMBERS basting technique as shown in the FREE SECTION of her web page. I use the boards to roll up the parts of my quilt. I use embroidery thread and sew using the HERRINGBONE STITCH to secure the layers of the quilt. This method is the easiest for me since I can do it on my cutting table...
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[quote user="Diane Morgan"]I worked on Jodie's BOM sampler most of the day. I refuse to give up on it and am determined to finish it[/quote] Diane, don't give up, you will get there, I made it and so can you - felt so good to be able to put it on the bed when the first cold spell hit...
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Diane and Stephanie, You both asked about monofilament thread. There is great information at http://www.superiorthreads.com with lots of educational info as well as product info. I love their MonoPoly which is a polyester monofilament invisible thread that is soft and heat resistant unlike nylon monofilament...
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Did a FUN AND DONE quilting class today... What a great technique... I think it can be done to any block as long as you realize there will be sashing between the blocks. I made 2 blocks in class then went home and made two more blocks. I also got out some of my wonky blotto blocks put a frame around...
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I have been making practice pieces _ (18 x12 to 18 inches) I am hooking the best of them together into a sofa throw. I have been going though all the dvds I can get my hand on to review and learn the patterns. I have been practicing the patterns by first using pencil and paper to train my brain and hand...