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I purchased some "Quilters Solid White" fabric to make some small table cloths. I always prewash and starch the fabric before using the them. For this project I purchased 9 yards and thought it would be too much for the washing machine at one time, so I cut a piece that was 74 inches long....
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When I plan a new quilt, I go thru my fabric stash as the first step in choosing fabrics. Then I usually have to head to the quilt store or on-line to find additional fabrics. In addition to swatches from my chosen fabrics; I take the information printed on the salvages. This will show the fabric manufacturer...
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I am seriously thinking of selling my Pfaff hobby grandquilter and everything in my studio, including fabric, books tools cutting table, but I don't know how to go about it. Any ideas???
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When I first started quilting I prewashed too...but not anymore! I found that its easier to cut, piece and quilt fabric before its washed. After I finish the quilt, I was it. I really like the way my quilts look when they are washed after quilting.It gives it more of an antique look. The other thing...
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I have to say I'm with you on this one. How can anyone resist fabic store sales? I know about 5 years ago I decided to get rid of my stash and took it over to the local store and donated all the fabric to ladies who were making quilts for Childrens Hospital. When I came in I asked the Manager (who...
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I am working on a quilt for my DH from the book published by House of White Birches. The book is United States Quilt Block Collection. I am hoping to have this complete for him by Christmas of this year, but that will all depend upon the help that I can get from my quilting friends on QCA. I really want...
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I worked and worked and worked on piecing a back for a long quilt. First the material wasn't square so off to the store for more fabric-this was yesterday. Then I find the muslin didn't match, but I had enough if I did 3 pieces. Got it done and the seams faced opposite each other. So out comes...
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You might try the color catcher sheets put out by Clorox, I think. The box says Color Catcher Sheets. They do work. If the color has set, you might use OXI Clean in a tub of warm water. Put the OXI Clean in with the water and mix before you put the quilt in. Let the quilt soak for up to 24 hrs. Check...
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Hi there, I have a question about borders. Do they need to be the same on all four sides or has anyone ever made the side bigger than the top and bottom or vise versa?? Cheri
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Good Monday morning to you Heather and Happy Valentine's Day! Yes, it sounds like Ashtanga is for you for sure - and there are so many poses that you're likely not to get bored. I began my yoga classes at the Y - but so many studios have started up in our neighborhood and close vicinity that...