World Wide Quilting Bulletin Board

Hi! I am trying to redo a quilt for a friend that is about 40 yrs. old. The muslin fabric is yellowed and there are some stains on it. Does anyone have any tips on how I can clean it without damaging it. Also if you have any tips in general on restoring a quilt I'd appreciate them. I have never done this before. Thanks. Heather in WA

I will be traveling to Ireland in May and, of course, want to visit quilt shops over there. We will not be going to Northern Ireland. Any information, advice would be welcome! Thanks.
Nancy

Hi, You must cut all your sashings the same size
and make the columns fit into the sashings.Some
of the geese have stretched and you must ease them back. I would find the middle of the column and the middle of the sashing. Then
find the middle again between the middle and the edge and pin . Keep doing this and pining until you have eased the excess to fit the sashing. I always measure my sashings and borders and they are very straight. gmom@adelphia.net

Does anyone know what company produces the KP Kids and South Seas Imports Fabrics? If so, do they have a website? Thanx

I am hoping that some quilters have started spring cleaning on their fabric stashes, and may be able to help. I am looking for two alexander Henry fabrics from the late 80's to finish up some projects. One is called Well Healed, and is cowboy boots in bright colors on a black background. the other is "mocs of many tribes", and features indian mocassins in bright colors on a black background. The well healed pattern is still available on black with the boots in dark dusty colors, but that doesn't look as good with the primary backgrounds from the original colorway. Thanks in advance to all for checking. Jill

Thanks to all the quilters that are sending messages to the kids. Ya'll have no idea how excited the kids get when we go check their mailbox and there is a letter there. It does not matter who it is from or who it is to. Also, when I let them post messages to the board and showed them how quickly they appeared they were astonished !! How much they are learning. This time of year I start doubting my ability as a teacher. The push comes on because of SAT testing. I believe deep down that I'm a good teacher, but self-doubt creeps in. Oh, well as one child said, "aren't there a lot of jobs for cross stitchers?" I managed not to laugh out loud. I just love the fact that they love it.
If I have already posted the next thing that was said just go past. 8-) Two of my boys were looking at a x-stitch graph. If you cross stitch you know how they have the arrows at the sides to show you the middle. Well those arrows look like the cursor on our Macintosh. I overheard one by ask the other, "are you going to stich the mouse thing on the picture?" Guess I'm intergrating everything !!!

I spent my Sat. morning at a workshop on Brazil (The festival of Arts here in Bham do a country each year.) One of the workshops was art - golly my design came out like a crazy quilt !!
So, then after the workshop I wandered over to the quilt store - alright the quilt store was still 35 minutes away 8-) There I got material to finish 3 projects, and an extra fat quarter just because.
A nice quilter from Kansas sent me a squishy - I received it Wed. about 12 fat quarters - just for me. Ya'll bless me constantly.

Also, I have forgotten to thank Benetex for the material for our sashings and backing and Mountain Mist for our batting. One special quilter had already sent us some batting - I let the kids use some of it in projects they were making so all has come in handy.

Our deadline is approaching - Tomorrow night I'll post what we are lacking.

I wish ya'll could all be with us onthe 20th. I've come up with a plot to let you all see and touch the quilt. I presented my thoughts to someone and they thought it is a workable idea I can't say anymore just start praying.

Dianne in TN - we are excited about you coming down.

Kay

For books for kids with quilts in the plot look to the URL just given below but substitute "kids" for "adults."

My mother would like to take quilting classes but she is not sure how to find one. She lives in the Philadelphia area. Anyone with any information please contact me at the listed e-mail address. Thanks in advance.

For Kay and the rest of you interested in books with quilt related plots, check out the May-June 1998 issue of Sew Many Quilts. My copy just arrived today and it contains an article listing several such books. The article also suggests checking out www.nmt.edu/~breynold/quiltfiction_adult.html for other books. I haven't had a chance to check out the web site yet; however, I have read Stitches in Time by Barbara Michaels which is a good mystery connected to quilting. Enjoy!

If interested in t-shirt quilts or even if not interested check out Quilt Almanac 1988 page 32. Great story about Paula Graham peddleing across America and collecting t-shirts. A picture of her completed quilt is shown, you will have to look twice to see that it is t-shirts. I was not a fan of themb ut after seeing this article I may consider it. Very well done!!!
Chrysti

I am looking for a place to send a quilt that I have started hand quilting, but realize I will not have time to finish.
It is about 3 square ft, alphabet baby quilt. I would like to find an organization that can finish hand quilting it for ??a donation or fee?? any suggestions?
thanks
Ashley

Kay asked for quilt themes in books.
http://www.geocities.com/Paris/LeftBank/3666/qbiblio.html has a good list of mystery books with quilt themes or backgrounds.

Hi this is Gail S. from Prince Albert, Saskatchewan in Canada.

I just went to the website that you have created and there I saw my Maple Leaf block. I am so glad that you got it. Sometimes our mail is not as good as it can be. I am looking forward to hearing from your student that has been elected to be the owner of my block. Exciting!

You have done a great job with the kids, Kay, and noticed that they have a kid's e-mail address. I will e-mail the student once I find out her/his name.

Thanks for posting my block. Gail S. from North Central Saskatchewan

I'm also a Pfaff user. I've used them for 30 years
and never had to pay one cent in repairs on them.
I've upgraded a couple of times but still swear by them.
I have a Viking 500 and use it for some things, but
nothing can replace the Pfaff. The dual feed and
needle threader are added features that make this a
great machine.

Angie

I have a very nice 12" Mariner's compass block all made. It actually worked out perfectly, and doesn't bulge in the middle at all! Now I just need to figure out what to do with it.

Any suggestions for borders that would look good? I'd like something with diamonds, or braid maybe. Its such a nice block I really want it set off nicely.

thanks in advance!

I'm searching for websides about Celticquilts and
designing. Can anyone help me?. Hanneke

I would like to machine quilt a quilt I have pieced together, since I realize I will never get it done by hand. I would like some advice on how to machine quilt, or maybe some ideas on a good book I could buy that could help me.

Rough cut the design out of the t-shirt giving yourself a few inches extra all the way around. Place wrong side down and iron fusible interfacing (not wonder under) to the back, be sure not to stretch t-shirt as you press, then cut t-shirt design to desired size, I used rotary cutter and mat with a square ruler. That way you can center your design. The interfacing will make hand quilting difficult, I had mine machine quilted. The backs of the t-shirts make great cleaning rags, I'm to busy sewing to try it though! Jennifer

Carolyn: A great site for Quilted Tree Skirt patterns is
Mary K. Ryan Patterns which I found on the net (address
below). Her patterns are wonderful.
http://www.vermontel.com/~tcmkryan/index.html

Angie

I used a Pfaff basic machine for over 24 years,
with NO repair bills. Several years ago, I decided
to upgrade to a computerized machine. At about that
time, a lot of quilters were jumping on the Bernina
bandwagon.
I tried every make of machne on the market, but
found, for my needs, that the Pfaff was the cream
of the crop, with its empty bobbin signal, built in
walking foot, automatic needle threader.
Now, 11 years later, (and with only $11.95 in
repairs,for an automatic needle threader wire,)
I have no desire to upgrade to another model or
make.
I am a quilting teacher & prolific quilt maker,
and my machine has been put to every test
imagineable.
Although you may decide to go with the Bernina,
I had to put in my plug for Pfaff. And several
pro-fessional quiltmaking friends are also opting
for this make.
Good luck - b-rye@mailexcite.com

Hello there! I am currently working on a queen size
flying geese quilt. It consists of 16 columns with
48 geese being in one column. I am using the
double half square triangle technique as suggested in
the book Quilts! Quilts! Quilts! Now, I know that I am
not a perfectionist (but I am trying!!!) and that what
I am running into is something of my own doing, but I
need some advice....my column is a little wavy after I
piece the 48 units together.....what can I do to line
them up or to straighten them out? I have to add some
sashing in between my columns! Thank you very much
in advance....a "Perfectionist Wanna Be"

I will be visiting my daughter during Spring Break who lives in Laguna Niguel, CA. I would like to visit some great quilt/fabric shops in the surrounding area. If you can recommend some great shops, please respond. Thanks, Susan

What fun! The new pictures are up on the Concord School Web page. Kay you are doing a great job. All the blocks look so nice. I can hardly wait to see them in person. It's fun to read the "new" posts from our young quilting buddies.
Have a great week-end everyone.

Kathy :-)
From Alabama

I would like to make my son who's graduating from college in May, a memory quilt. This quilt would be made up of pictures I have taken of him on the first and last day of each school year from Kindergarten through high school. I would like to put the first and last day of each year in 1 quilt block, and in the center, I plan to put pictures of his elementary school, junior high/high school, home, and church. What I would like is a pattern for a quilt. I don't want the quilt to just be blocks stitched together. I would like a quilt pattern that allows for a block large enough to put 2 cropped pictures in. I have considered a snowball pattern, but just would like to know if anyone has an idea or quilt pattern that might work for this project. Any help would be greatly appreciated...Thank you.

I would like some advice on buying a new machine. I have an old singer touchtronic that is broken. I am looking at trading it in for a bernina 1008, or the pfaff 6091. I have always quilted by hand and am interested in trying my hand at doing it by machine. Any thoughts on which is the better machine for someone like me? Or is there another machine I should be looking for instead?

Hi. My name is Carolyn. I am a quilting instructor in northeast Connecticut. Several of my students are seeking creative designs for Christmas tree skirts. Thanks for your help.

My mom is having a time trying to find a pattern for the wedding ring quilt. I would appreciate it if someone could help me find where to locate this information. Thanks.

Does anyone have experience operating a Gammill long-arm quilting machine (this would be the larger size unit not the converted industrial head). If so, are you happy with the machine and the product it produces. Service experience, etc.? Any info apprecaited.

I have heard about a wonderful quilt auction that takes place in Montana each summer but cannot find out when or where it is held. Does anyone know about the Hutterite quilt show? Thanks, Marcie Bateman

Greetings!

To stabilize the knit fabric, you might try a
fusible interfacing (iron-on) on the backside of
the area you want to use. That's worked well for
several local quilters who had graduating teens
with LOTS of shirts. They made very cute quilts
that went off to college with the graduates. (and
the quilts have so far survived some serious
laundering!)

The Compulsive Quilter

My DH has a lot of auto racing t-shirts that I would like
to make into a quilt for us to take to the races.
Could I perhaps stitch the t-shirt panel to muslin
and then quilt it? Whoever posted the question
about T-shirts, please let me know what you find
out. I would really appreciate it!! Susan in
Fresno, CA.

Joanne, in looking over your message, I see you have used an "l" instead of the numberal "1" in our e-mail address. At least it looks different than when I type it. Good luck. Judy

Hello this is Nate W. Ms. Pat from Arizona sent us 2 squares. I liked the square that had hot chili peppers. Her gift is in the mail !!
Hi from Courtney. My state is Vermont. Mrs. Cyr sent a cow with floppy ears. Her thank you goes in the mail today.
Sami B. here. Thanks to Stephenia D. from Ohio. I like it very much. Her thank you is going in the mail today.

Joanne, I'd love your help in locating my cabin/lake pattern. I, too, have tried to e-mail you twice, but got a message saying delivery not possible. I don't know what the problem is, but I really want to make this quilt!!

I'm looking for some green Thimbleberries that
came out Christmas 1995. The collection was
called Christmas Valley. I need some more for
my lattice between my blocks to finish my quilt.
I can piece them, but didn't think that would
look right. They need to be 4 1/2 x 10 1/2. I need
about 1 yard. Thanks.

Helen
www.jc.net/~hminick/quiltpatch.htm

Many thanks to all those who replied to my questions on the above topics. For those who are interested, here are some of the comments I got:

Electric Quilt 3 seems to be the software of choice for most quilters.

There were several suggestions on superthin batting. I was told that Mountain Mist makes a thin polyester batting called Mini Light & More, and Quilters Dream Cotton makes a cotton batting called Quilters REquest. Another suggestion was to take a thin batting and pull it apart into two layers.

The easiest and most economical answer, I think, was to use flannel for the backing, and that is what I plan to do - especially since the local Hancock Fabrics has a table full of flannel on sale!

Again, thanks to all who replied. I hope their answers help someone else with the same questions.

More thank you notess to be mailed today.
They are going to Terry/GA Ruby/WVA Sharon/NH
Kim/Japan Rhonda/VA Susan/MI Terri/OK
I think there are about 10 more in the almost finished box. We are going to work on them today.

Also, did I post that we have received squares from Guam, England, and Scotland.

Billie in WV your square is here
Rhonda in MO your square is here. Rhonda wrote Go Girl !!! on her envelope - right up these fifth graders alley !!

I'll let a few more kids on later.

Also, a few have messages in their mailbox crogers@jefcoed.com
They are going to love it.

Hi !!

I E-Mailed you twice regarding your Bulletin Board posting and a message was sent back to me stating that no such address could be located. I have an answer for you regarding what you're looking for. Please E-Mail me if you'd like my help.

Joanne

One of my other hobbies is reading. Do any of ya'll like to read romance or otherwise? I'm trying to build me a library of books that include quilting in the story. Does anyone out there know of any?
For light and delightful romance Peg Sutherland is great. She has a trilogy "3 Weddings and a secret" and two of those books include quilting in the main part of the story. Addy's Angels - the main character makes quilted items to sell. and in Double Wedding Ring - well I'm not going to give away the secret. If you are interested in those e-mail me and I'll give you the ISBN (this is like the Soc. Security number for books). And PLEASE if you have read a book with quilting in it post it here or e-mail me.

In my classroom my kids are so taken with quilting that everytime they see the words needle and thread in a story they come running to my desk with book outstretched - "Ms. J they are quilting in this book !!" I re-read it with them and expalin the dfference in quilting and sewing. I'm so glad they are excited.

Funny class story: Overheard yesterday. (You have to visuallize this) Two boys were looking at a cross stitch pattern. On it the center was marked with arrows at the edge (the arrow looked like the arrow our cursor gets on the computer screen) Boy 1 said to Boy 2 (in all seriousness) "Are you going to stitch the mouse thing too?" Ya'll I think I have totally wrapped these children around stitching and computers !!!
Pray for me today it is Friday and I am tired. This afternoon we have to take 2 dogs to the vet !!! After that I'm coming home and stiching !!

Love to all,

Kay - If you hear about the storms in Alabama last night - we are fine.

A few weeks ago I posted a whole big deal about finding great fabric at a wonderful site and proceeded to give the wrong address! Well, not too wrong--just misguided.Seems I did not realize that there is a really big differance beteween the character ^ and the character ~. So without further ado: I ask you all to check out the great fabric stash and other finds at http://www.mcn.net/~skeldale you'll be glad you did!

Thank you for all the responses to my inquiry. I
received lots of tips and even some discouragement.
If someone still wants to send info, I'm still open.

About my diamonds stretching as I sew them, I have
two questions...

#1 Would using starch or "sizing" help control the
stretching?

#2 I've seen presser feet for sewing machines that
have little rollers on them, would these help to
minimize the stretching on the bias?

I've been told that this pattern is quite difficult
for a beginner like myself but I laid the thing
out on graph paper today and by the time I finished,
it didn't look that hard. Maybe I think too much
of myself? I think I'll try it with material I
don't plan to use for my bed, if it turns out, I
could use it for something else - one block. With
the size diamond I used, my finished block should
measure 16.5". Any ideas on what I could do with
one block? Of course if I really like it, I could
do another one and then I'd have a pair but what
could I use them for?

I think we finally the Kid's mailbox up and going. If you have a minute try sending a message to -
crogers@jefcoed.com

Put the name of the student you are writing in the subject.

Thanks,

Kay

I don't know if this would work or not, it would
probably depend on how close your stitches are to
each other but I was thinking perhaps you could
use freezer paper. I've used it for applique, just
iron to the back, it peels right off. But if you
stitch over it, I don't know how it would tear
away. You might try sampling it on something you
don't plan to use.

Hello, it is late here and Im fixing to go to bed. Just a few notes.
Hope you like the new pictures. We will go back down in 2 weeks to load some more.
About a picture of me and the kids. I never even have liked a picture of me. Tho, when
I copy the second news article to send ya'll I'm on the front page !!!! The students have taken home notes which will give
me permission to post their pictures on the net. I will also scan and add some of those in two weeks.

Ya'll are still writing me notes thanking me for doing this project - all the thanks goes to all of you.

With my love,

Kay

I was wondering if anyone can recall seeing any fabric that is covered with cockatiels. The brighter the better. But at this point I will take any color. I don't want any other birds on it. I want to make this in memory of my bird Phoenix and then to welcome the arrival of Maverick.

Thanks in advance.

Cindy
sschmidt@primary.net

Oh Kay, how fun! I just saw the updated page and there's my star block! I never realized how much pleasure that one little block was going to bring me...keep up the great work with your class! Ü Stephenia

Help...I've promised my nephew I would make him a
quilt out of the grandmothers T-Shirts...Help...
T-Shirt material stretches so much how can I keep
the shape of the quilt? Most of the pictures on
the T-Shirts take up the whole front of the shirt.
...I want to keep the pictures in tact. Thanks.

i have been trying to help my mother find an old butterfly pattern from long ago to applique. i would really appreciate replies from anyone that might be able to help me find this for her. thank you,
kristi

To everyone who emailed me about the wolf pattern...thank you...I received my Keepsake Catalog today and my DH loves the grey wolf one. Thanks again to everyone!
Cathy in Texas

I would like to know if anyone has gone on a Quilt and Craft Journey through Country Heritage Tours. I am considering
going on one thie summer through New England. Thanks for any info! Janet

I saw a quilt block made up as a tablerunner and wall quilt. The name of the block was Bright Star or Stars. It is supposed to be an old pattern. Is anyone familiar with this pattern or know where I can locate it?

Hi, Kay and Kids! The update is fantastic. It is so nice to be able to see the blocks that others sent you. This is going to be a very impressive quilt! I love the notes from the kids that are being posted to the BB. Now that we have a picture of the principal, is there any hope of a picture of you and the kids? I certainly hope so. Thanks again to WWQP for the link to Kay's page.
Sharon

Earlier this month I believe a person inquired if there were any Wolf quilting patterns out and about. I just got my Keepsake Quilting catalog and there are two wolf designs in it. Give them a call!

Our page has been updated thanks to Teresa and Ben.
Take a new look.
KAY 8-)

Try logging on to www.allbrands.com they sell needles by the 100's at a fair price. I haven't ordered any yet but plan to soon. Hope this helps.
Kristin

I've just been lucky enough to inherit an old quilt. It was made by my great-grandmother, probably in the 30's. I don't know if it's ever been washed. It's a star block - red on white. The white has yellowed a lot (I understand it was never pure white) and there are a few stains, mostly on the back. Otherwise it's in very good condition. Should I wash it? I know to use Orvus soap and wash it in the tub on a clean sheet, etc. I just don't know if I should chance it at all. Any comments would be appreciated.

Thanks to everyone for the info on fold-up boards. Some people wanted to know what I found out. Seems like the places to check are Home Depot and Lowes. Maribeth special ordered her's from Home Depot. Made by NuTone and called the "Ironing Center" with a plug, swivel deck adjustable to different heights and a light. Lowe's has one with a cabinet type frame and a door. Haven't been into the big city to check out either one, but hope to get there this weekend. Thanks again to everyone for the ideas!

The sun is shining for the second day in a row in Michigan - a new record!

Julie

Hello this is Mark. Thank you Susan for the Alaska square. I like the wolf on it.
Hi, this is Sindel. My state is Missouri. Thank you Ms. Rhonda for our quilt square. The blue was lovely.
Hello my name is Radar (Chase R.). I would like to thank Carol from Nebraska for the lovely quilt square. It really shows all the leaves in Nebraska.

DH and I want to get new mattress/box springs when we move into our
new home. We really like the new pillow top mattress, king size (after
36 yrs, we deserve it). I'm beginning to wonder if my present king
quilt will fit properly. Will it be long enough to cover the mattress,
length and width. Does anyone have one, and does a regular king quilt
cover ok? And is a normal bed skirt ok, or is the box spring larger too?
The set in the store seemed much higher (without the mattress)
than a normal bed. I know I'll need to invest in new sheets as well, but
I had planned to get new ones anyhow.

Does anyone know of a source that sells Schmetz machine needles by the box of 100? I know other brands come packaged that way, and am wondering if Schmetz does, too. Thanks for your help.

Amy

Hi, I'm Amanda W. My state is Oregon. I like the name and the flowers on my square. My quilter was Jodi F.
Hi, my name is Kim. I get to quilt the LA square. I like the green and purple colors that Mrs. James used.
This is Ryan E. New York is the state I will do. Karoline L. sent the square I will quilt. (we got two NY squares.) The yellow, forest green and white look really good.

Hi, this is Kay. I'm going to let several kids each day share with ya'll.
If you have not received your thank you note, please don't despair. Sometimes we have to stop quilting and do other work !!

Pat Mc. please send me your snail mail address again - your letter came back.

Our love to all.

Kay

We have received several squares - I'll post tomorrow.
Teresa and I are going to leave at 1:30 :-) and update the WEB page.

I understand that there is a "quilter's knot" that tightens up if you try to pull it open. Can anyone verify this and explain how it's used in quilting? I'm interested in this topic because I am teaching a 1916 one-act play by Susan Glaspell called "Trifles." The woman's husband has mysteriously been strangled in his bed, while his wife was sleeping beside him. She is a quilter. It's a very famous play, sympathetic to the hard life of the farm woman, especially when married to a difficult man who does not appreciate her skills in music, quilting, house-keeping.
Thank you for your help.

Elizabeth Cummins
English Dept.
University of MO-Rolla

I don't know if I'm weird or not (always a topic of conversation in my office, believe me!), but I just don't like the look of sleeves. I don't know why, especially since I'm not a quilter who pieces the backing. By the time I get to the backing, I'm at the point where I'm dying to start quilting!

Anyways, lately I've been adding tabs to the top of my wallhangings to hang them from. I've purchased wooden dowels and stained them to match the quilt, and glued wooden ornamentation on the ends. The last wallhanging was blues, peaches and pinks. There are wonderful pastel stains out there in a rainbow of colours...I choose a soft, pale pink. It looks great!

I just finished a mini-mini quilt the other day (it started out as a potholder, but I got carried away with it and it turned out to be 10.5" across), applied the tabs, and used some deadwood branches to hang it with. I tied raffia at the ends to make a loop to hang from, and hot glued some dried flowers and baby's breath to the branch. It now has a folky, rustic look to it, and hangs great in the kitchen.

There are also some really cute wire hangers I've seen advertised in quilt magazines, and oak clap/type hangers at Mervyn's, of all places. I like to watch home decorating shows on HGTV and TLC, and they always have tips to hang pictures on your walls. Why not adapt some of those ideas for your quilts, too?

Hope this helps,
Kim in Nevada

Heres a subject I haven't seen on the BB yet. I have a wallhanging that is approx. 32" sq. I have heard that one method of "hanging" is to attach velcro and stick it on the wall. This instead of a sleeve.
Does anyone out there have any experience/recommendations/suggestions? I need to get this finished and present it as a gift.
Thanks,
Bev

I'd like to share my method of setting blocks. I lay them out on the floor and safety-pin across the edges of each seam, for pins to each block except at the quilt edges. For bed-size qyuilts, divide into four sections and label the corners of the intersection. After pinninmg, each section can be picked up and taken to the machine. A row is folded back, aligned and pinned for sewing, and the safety pins along that row are carefully removed from underneath. The whole row can be chain-pieced at once. When all the rows have been sewn in one direction, turn the piece and sew rows in the opposite direction. I don't cut the threads between blocks because they help stabilize the piece and are buried in the seam allowances afterward. When all four sections are completed, they are easily joined to make the quilt top. Pinning across seams is time-consuming, but so is labeling every block. But with my method, the blocks never stray or get turned around and the quilt sections can be taken off the floor and folded for as long as it takes for you to get around to joining them. Dolores in MA

Wanting to swap 5 bright jewel tone and one solid coordinating fat quarter medley in bug prints (dragon flies, ladybugs, etc.) for 6 fat quarters of coordinating repro's, juvenile 30's , mumm prints, or whatever. e-mail me for details. All high quality 100% quilting cottons would make a great juvenile quilt. e-mail me for details. Patty

Thank you for your response to ideas for a design boards. The flannel will work great but I also got a much cheaper tip and wanted to share with you all here. I belong to the#QuiltChat Virtual Guild on line and one of the ladies shared with me what she uses . It's simple -- turn over a vinyl tablecloth and tack it up using the flannel backing.Well I tried it using an old Christmas one I had in the dump pile and WOW it's great and cheap! Give it a try, my squares have been up on it for 3 days now and still haven't lost one.
Well good luck! and Thanks
Brenda

There is a yellow basket quilt displayed in the "American Patchwork and Quilting" book - on page 40.
It shows several different flowers patterns in the baskets, but in the instructions,
there are only four shown. Is there a possibility I can find the other flower patterns somewhere?
I really want to try out this pattern for spring fun. Thanks!

I'm thinking about making some patchwork curtains to match a quilt I'm making for my mom. I was thinking about just lining them with fabric - but is there a superthin batting I could use that would give a little insulation without making them too stiff and unwieldy?

I used to have a quilting book with a new born bunting bag pattern. Another book didn't get returned. Does anyone know where I might find such a pattern.

Greg! There is a Joanne's on Sunrise Hwy (Route 27, I think is the other name for it) in Sayville, or pretty close to Sayville. I just found out about it myself! Hope this helps. Laurie

Looking for a quilting guild in the Canandaigua,New York area? Or info on how to find one?

HELP!! I am making a quilt for my musical daughter and she would like musical instruments on it. Guitar, piano, flute to name a few. Are there any patterns out there for pieced or appliqued instruments. I am not artistic enough to make my own and I cannot even find any pictures that I like to copy. Any help would be greatly appreciated. Thank-you. Bobbi-Dawn.

Specificly the Dinamond Circle Effect pattern in the Cathedral Window Quilt is what I am looking for. I have a good friend that doesn't have Internet access and has ask me to help her locate this pattern.
Will trade.
Elaine from Kansas

Me again!! I saw a larger pattern for the above
quilt as a Christmas Tree skirt. The quilter
said it was from "Traditional Quiltworks"
magazine a 2nd annual Christmas special from 1991.
If anyone has or knows how I can get this issue,
please contact me.
Thanks again,
Carolyn.

I have seen a photo of what I have been told is a
radiant star. Others have said it is a lone star.
Anyway, the photo was of a printed block. I want
to make one and I have no instructions. I don't
want one star for the entire top, I need it to be
in blocks of approximately 14" with borders between
for a king-sized bed. I'm having a lot of trouble
locating a pattern. If anyone has one or knows
where I can get one, please let me know ASAP.
Thankyou so much. Carolyn

Our approach to setting blocks is to lay out the quilt on a design board (or the floor) in order, then pin each block to a sheet of typing or computer paper. Mark each sheet with the block's location
(as someone else said, note the row and the column). Always mark in the same corner (e.g., upper left hand corner). That way, the blocks can be transported to the machine and you know which block goes
in which location. You can remove them and sew, then put them back on their sheets. This approach also works well for piecing complicated blocks. If you pin the pieces in place on paper, they can travel
with you to doctors' offices, childrens' rehearsals, etc.

I have to say, though, the idea of tiny computer labels sounds worthy of a test. Also, the idea of an inexpensive flannel or felt design board, or better yet - batting - is relly nice!

sb

About a month ago, while exploring the internet I
came across a quilt guild that did a mystery quilt
during one of their meetings. Each member
received a numbered envelope with a set of
directions. During the course of the meeting a
quilt top was put together. I did not bookmark
this sight and now I can not find it again. If
anyone could be of help to me with information
about this I would greatly appreciate it.

Thanks, Sue

I look for a book named as above.
It's out of printing and we can't buy it in the
Netherlands.
Who can help us.

Kind regards,

Harm and Andrea Wildeman
Roosendaal
the Netherlands

I am looking for a clear sewable plastic - to make see through pockets for a quilting holdall - can anyone help, please. Tried unsuccesfully to find some in the UK so would welcome info. form elsewhere. Many thanks. Anne

I am looking for someone to hand quilt a Double Wedding Ring quilt top from the thirties. It is completely hand-sewn. Does anyone have a personal recommendation of a hand quilter who does good work? Time is not an issue, it has sat in my closet for years. I want good work at a fair price. Thanks, Linda Murphy

I am trying to find a pattern for Mrs. Lincoln's
Quilt. It is also sometimes called The Lincoln
Quilt. Any help would be greatly appreciated.

Does anyone know where I can order/purchase an ironing board that folds down from the wall?

Thanks

Julie (There really is a sun - I can't believe it's shining in Michigan today!)

Hello, I noticed you said you used two different bobbins. Did you loosen the tension on the bobbin. I have one special bobbins just for machine quilting. I usually used regular thread
in the bobbin and speciality threads on the top.
PS my daughter has a log home on Lake
Nottley. I have been there once. Very beautiful.
gmom@adelphia.net in New Jersey

A really good source for stencils is Quilting
Stencils Online: www.quiltingstencils.com
Also, I've seen pre-stencilled (sp?) whole cloth
quilts in the Keepsake Quilters catalog. Their
site is www.keepsake.com
Yet another, is Brandywine Quilting. I haven't
been to their site for quite a while, but I do
remember seeing stencils offered. They are at
www.launchpoint.com/brandywine

Good luck!
The Compulsive Quilter
(whole cloth quilting is my top favorite...)

I'm looking for a pattern which I've seen made up twice in flannels or homespuns. It is a north woods patchwork with a lake in the middle surrounded by a cabin and several pine trees. There are also squares containing a bear, moose and maybe fish in the corners. There are several similar patterns out there, but I want the one with the lake in the middle. A big thanks to anyone who can help.

Wanted: stenciled whole cloth for Queen size white on white. Prefer at least 92" x 102"

The February 1997 issue of McCall's Quilting has a Hands All Around pattern. I noticed it because, of the many quilts my mother made during her life, the one she did in that pattern is the only one she has left. I have two that she made for me, but I'm not sure where all the others are - probably used up and worn out by now. After all, that's what they were made for....

I am looking for the pattern for the Hands All Around block. If you know where I could find it in a book, magazine etc. please e-mail me the info. If you have the pattern and will share let me know. Thanks MMH

Carolyn,
Sharlene Jorgenson has a 3" or 4" Drunkard's Path book & template set for $10.95. You can order from her web site at www.qheartland.com/catalog.htm.
Happy quilting!
Deanna

Go Wild With Quilts by Margaret Rolfe (That Patchwork Place) has patterns for the following animals: black bear, beaver, blue jay, cardinal, Canada goose, hummingbird, mallard duck, moose, robin, squirrel, swallow, raccoon, bald eagle, and owl.

Quick Country Quilting by Debbie Mumm has a pieced angel pattern.

You're welcome.

Looking for 10 or 12 inch pieced patterns of angels. Please advise of books etc. which may be helpful. Thanks!

Looking for pieced patterns for Alaskan animals; especially wolves, fox, moose, etc.
Does anyone know of any books that might have these?

Dear Judy, I buy sheets of small self-adhesive numbers and letters at Office Depot and stick them on the upper right hand corner of each block.

I used a yard of felt...only $1.50 a yard or less here. and just tacked it up on my wall above my ironing board. fabric hangs on it without pins......press and hang.

I am a cabin leader for our Guild's Mystery Quilt weekend retreat and I would like to make it special for my cabin. Can anyone give me suggestions on special things we can do, like games to play, gift exchanges, foods to eat? Things to do while we are not working on the mystery quilt. Thanks. Mary

I have trouble calculating the stencil designs on to borders. I know there must be an easy way! Please help! Linda Lenox, Danville, KY

My father gave me a quilt he remembered watching his grandmother make - somewhere in the early forties, approximately. There are 7 rows and in each row, there are 6 blocks, each with a 6 pointed star. This quilt is in perfect condition, give or take a few minor stains. How old is this pattern? Is it a traditional pattern? I'm not into quiliting but I'm trying to figure out the value and age. Where can I find a sample picture of this on this site so I can compare? Any help would be appreciated. Also, each of the stars' center points meet, there is no center circle (if that makes sense). Thanks!!!

i was taught a very simple way of keeping the rows in order to sew. it might be a little hard to visualize, but i'll try to explain... first you need to visualize sixteen blocks in four rows of four across. if the vertical rows are designated by a letter (a, b, c, and d) and the horizontal rows are designated by a number (1, 2, 3, and 4) here's what you would do: place each of the blocks from row "b" right sides together on top of row "a" so that the edge you are going to sew together is on the right side. now start picking up the blocks starting at "a,1", down to "a,2", etc making sure that each time you place the blocks on top. e.i. "a,1" is always on top. when you get to the last set in row a, begin at row "c" block "1" repeating the process to the end of row "c". then do row "d". now you can take the whole quilt to the sewing machine in one stack. when you first start sewing, you will have sets of two blocks right sides together at first. when all of these are done and the next block is right side up, it means that a new row is started and you need to open up the blocks, go back to the top, and sew the next block as row "c". after row "d" is completed, all that you need to do is to sew the horizontal seams and your quilt top is together in order. if you have any questions, e-mail me and i'll try to make it more clear. i've always used this method and never had a mistake occur.

Has anyone used the YLI quilting thread in their machine for machine quilting? I tried it in my bobbin and my machine was not happy with it. I tried two different bobbins and both times if jammed and also made my bobbin squeak. I would like other opinions.

Barb in the North Georgia Mountains
waybar@stc.net

Last chance to get in on our log cabin swap due February 28. Logs must be 2 1/2" Half purple, half white with the center being a purple shade as well. If you can't make this one the next swap is due April 30, 1998. Email me for colors. Cathy

Greetings!

I just found a site called The Thread Shed, that
has oodles of thread (including YLI 1500 yrds for
$7.95) Just wondered if anyone has ever ordered
anything from them, and how was it? I need to
restock.... :^D
(if anyone wants to look, it's www.threadshed.com)

The Compulsive Quilter

I know this question has been asked a zillion times, but I wasn't considering buying software before (didn't have the money), so I didn't pay any attention. I would appreciate it if those of you who use quilting software would tell me what you like and dislike about the particular program you are using. I prefer traditional pieced blocks, but I also like to design my own quilts, using a combination of piecing and applique. So if you would tell me how your program handles those particular tasks, it would be much appreciated, also.

Thanks in advance,
Kira

Hi, I was watching Simply Quilts on 02-17-98 HGTV and they had a guest that showed these Drunkard's Path templates that was lettered A,B,C and to no avail can I find the resourse for these templates. If any quilter friend out there in cyperspace knows how I can purchase these I would appreciate it.. I couldn't locate which episode # that the show was and can't find it out thru HGTV..
Thanks,
Carolyn

I heard of a trick using those pins with the flat plastic flower head, you can write on them to identify the blocks and rows. Martha

Dear Quilters,
Kay asked me to post a quick message to all of you.
Her server is down (again)...We think it's the weather.
She will hopefully be back on very soon. By the
way, we use different servers. We will hopefully
update the Concord page this Thursday afternoon.
That is our plan. It is finally sunny here so I hope all of you
have a great day!
Sincerely,
Teresa
(Kay's Teacher Friend)

Is there a Joanne's Fabrics store on Long Island? I have seen them around the country, but have been unable to find one where I live.

Thanks,

Greg!

For an inexpensive design board, use the back of a flannel backed vinal table cloth.

I use left over batting. It works great.

Hello all, I am needing to keep my ole knees off the floor when laying out my Quilts to arrange a pattern. I don't know what to buy for a material that hangs on a wall for this purpose. I have seen something at a Quilt shop for $25.00 and been told all it is is felt. Does anyone know which one would work for a little budget?? I also heard to just use a fannel sheet.. I would rather spend my money on material... :)
thanks you for any suggustions
Brenda

I just got a message that the web site for Sew News didn't work. I checked my letter from the magazine and it should be all lower case letters.
Sorry for the mistake. Please try:
www.sewnews.com for their new sewing site.
Donna in New Jersey
dltquilt@juno.com

Doing a lot of swaps and have to save my pennies for fabric so
I would like to know what an International Answer Vouchers from your local Post Office is worth.
Value if you buy
Value if you get one and trade for stamp and
which weight you get sent for one voucher, also the average price you spent
on one good quality FQ.

If interested in survey results pls state that in you answer too.

Best regards from Germany
Susanne

I would like to make a biscuit quilt. I have read this quilt can be machined sewn. I need a pattern for this. It can be for either hand stitched or machine. Thanks

Pat
cyberpod@esslink.com

I haven't used one for a while, but I'm sure if you look in your notions department you can find a special pencil for iron on transfering. You would just trace your design on the paper (backwards, of course) and then iron on.
Kathy in South Central Washington

I have seen several of Kaye's shows on sweatshirts , very clever! Your best bet to find the pattern and instructions is to ask Kaye, herself. Kaye Wood has her own homepage: www.kayewood.com
Try it, I have found her to be very attentive to her fans. She answered my e-mail within a few days.

I'm sure your sweatshirts will look great.

Donna
Tuttle, OK

I use a similar system as the one described using 1 x 2 boards for basting my quilts. By using different length combinations you can accomodate any size quilt. Rather than use thumbtakcs, I stappled (using a carpenter's staple gun) a long strip of folded muslin (any fabric would do) along the length of the board with the folded edge extended. When you set up the "frame" put the fabric strips toward the center of the working area and just pin the edges of the quilt (all layers) to the fabric with large, quilter's pins. Works like a charm. I don't usually leave it up for long periods of time so I just prop the four corners on kitchen chairs. Have fun. Lynn from Rochester, NY

You can find "Little Moo" on Mary Graham's page at http://www.nmia.com/~mgdesign/qor/cow.htm

Barb in the North Georgia Mountains
waybar@stc.net

This bulleting board is great! I received very good responses on my last question and now I have another.
Sometimes that which seems so obvious, appears complicated.
I am doing redwork embroidery squares to include in a a quilt. I have used many wonderful iron on transfers from Aunt Martha's and Dover Needlework Series. I purchased some traditional patterns which are just printed on paper from Sally Goodspeed and Aunt Effie's Heirlooms but I am not confident about how to use them.
Can some one tell me the very best way to trace these patterns. I am aware how a light table works. . . is that the suggested method? Does one use a pencil? What number?? Does it smudge??
I would appreciate your knowledge. Thanks so much. Susan

Now that my blocks are finished, placed on the design wall and ready to set together, I'm looking for feedback on your favorite way to
keep the blocks identified as to placement and still be able to chain-stitch them together. I like to have all the blocks with the most seams on the "up" side which usually involves flipping some over instead of the right-row-over-left-row
all the way top to bottom. I've tried post-it-notes;
pins in the upper left and upper right corners
of the left and right blocks (1 pin marking first block, 2 pins in second block down, etc.) which has worked but gets cumbersome when I have twelve blocks in each row! Anyone got a favorite trick? I'm open to ideas. Thanks...
Judy

Does anyone know of a NON-PROFIT, CHARITABLE organization in the Milwaukee-Racine Wisconsin area that makes quilts/blankets for the needy? I have some fabric I would like to donate. Thanks. Janell

You can easily make one by using 1x2 lumber and 4 C-Clamps
Purchase 2 lengths about 12" longer than the width of your quilt
and 2 sections about 6'. Attach the 4 pieces together with the C-Clamps and
The two long pieces will be the front and back rail and the 6' are the sides.

thumb tack your sandwiched quilt in the frame. Tack along the front edge and
back "rail" Roll the back up until you have the quilt stretched. Tighten the
clamps and thumb tack the sides to keep them stretched. Place quilt on saw horses or
4 chairs.
When I was small, my grandmother had this kind of frame and hung it from the ceiling
with small rope and at night would raise the quilt out of the way of people walking in the
room.

Does anyone out there have any idea on how to construct a "thing" in which I could hand quilt? I live in a place were you cannot buy hoops or frames or stands and I have to make it myself. Any ideas? Thank you.

Looking for small pieced quilt pattern called
Little Cow. Looked very easy, saw on quilt shop
wall. Was told she got the pattern of the "net".
Also, could you tell me how to get patterns off
the net?
Thanks, Kathie

I checked with my husband about the floor options for a quilting room; he is both a quilter and an interior designer (he is in the process of
planning our new house). He suggested cork flooring as a possibility. It is not as cold as tile can be, depending on where you live and the time
of year. Also, it has some "give" to it, like carpet, so it won't be as hard on the feet. It is sealed, just like any other flooring, so you can
clean it like tile. You might want to look into it.

As for the color quesiton, I am a purple person without a doubt. However, I have yet to do my first purple quilt. The two I'm working on now are
blue and yellow and soft reds, greens, and golds (right families, but not purple). I'm slowly gathering the fabric together for that purple quilt,
though. My husband doesn't seem to have a favorite color; however, he has a favorite red-and-black fabric, and it appears in almost every one of
his quilts.

sharon

I have been hand quilting for several years now and would like to learn to machine quilt. Can anyone recommend an excellent beginners book on machine quilting? Also, do you think that it is necessary to learn by taking a class?
Thanks!! Joanne

For all those who were asking, there is a new site from Sew News magazine, now available to all us non AOL users. It is for sewers and quilters and contains links to other sewing sites. It is new, so watch in build. the address is: www.SewNews.com
Donna in New Jersey
dltquilt@juno.com

I'd have to agre with Shirley from Kansas on this--I think I have an alter ego
that likes to quilt. If not, then maybe someone could explain this conundrum:
I love all shades of green--especially the darker forest tones--oh yes! and rusts
and ambers--beautiful fall colors. And I have been known to expound quite loudly on my least favorite
color--BLUE--could not stand it for whatever reason. SO: How come my last two quilts have been
predominately blue?! Not only blue, but very blue--and I thought they where beautiful! Alex Anderson
recently did a class for my guild and she said that if you hate a color--it' because you don't know yet how
to use it. Sounds pretty logical to me. Oh, and I have yet to make a quilt out of those deep forest greens
and rusts........

We have received many wonderful yo-yo's for our yearly donated quilt to a non-profit organization in Red Bank, NJ. Many thanks to each and everyone of you for the help. We still are in need of many more so if anyone else would like to contribute 1-2 or even a few it would be greatly appreciated. Start with 5" circle of light to medium pastel fabrics or white(for boarders)- 100% cotton ---- If any other info is needed, pls email me at "tabor12@aol.com" or you can send us your finished yo-yo's to this address:
Development Center
CPC Behavorial Health Care
270 Highway 35
Red Bank,NJ 07701
Thank you;
Sandi & CPC Quilters

Does anyone know where I might find Brandywind Design patterns BWDN01 (Hey Diddle Diddle) and #BWDN03 (Mistress Mary)? These are discontinued but I need them to complete the set. Any leads would be appreciated. Joan @ CJ's

I recently saw a quilting show (Kaye's Quilting Friends) in which Kaye's guest demonstrated making a quilted jacket out of a sweatshirt. The sweatshirt was cut apart into sections (back, 2 pieces for the front, arms) and the collar and waist band were removed, then the swweatshirt was used as the pattern and batting for the quilt to go on top. The program showed a log cabin design. I am wondering if anyone has an idea of where I can find this pattern, or one like it. They made one for a child, and showed several others for adults. I would love to make one for my mother for mother's day, and since I am very SLOW, I thought I had better get a move on! Any info would be great, Thanks. Patty Johnson-Welby

You will need for your 47"x90" quilt

292" of binding

(47"+90"x2 = 274" plus about 18")

OK, I need advice. I have a wonderful Elna that is 30+ years old. I know that it's starting to act it's age and that I'll have to replace it in the next year or so. It has already stopped in the middle of a several hour non-stop sewing frenzy so I'm a little nervous about what will happen when i get ready to do my machine quilting on it.

At the quilt shop they have Vikings. Of course the model I looked at was over $1,000. I also heard that New Home's were good. I want a quality machine that will also do some of the quilting functions. The embroidery wouldn't be bad either, but not necessary.

Could folks post their favorite machine and approx cost??? I'm wondering if I can get a high quality machine for less than $1,000 (or at least one as good as my sturdy old Elna) or am I just dreaming???

Thanks for any input!

Cheryl

My grandmother had a quilt pattern similar to Sun Bonnet Sue but was more of a Southern Belle/Older woman look to it. Does anyone know where I can find a pattern like this?

How much binding is nessacary (in inches) for a 47" x 90" quilt?

Address correction: Canadian Quilters Online is http://www.barint.on.ca/~wfitzger/cqolhome.html (the first one in post below had a / & should have been "l"

Patchworks Studio (for block of the month) is http://www1.islandnet.com/~agreig/ (I think I put an "l" rather than a 1 after www in the first post! Sorry about that! and thanks for asking me to check it out.... kate

As aluded to in a earlier posting, I have found that color consultant isn't a made up job, ladies went into business in the 80's "doing colors". And if you can find one of those ladies today, she might have lots of solid colored fabric . I recently bought 300 yds. of fabric cut in neat 1 yd squares. Mostly cotton, some blends and a few pieces of silk. I paid her $80. And we were both happy!

I love deep saturated colors, but don't really care for purple, my last 3 quilts have been predominatley purple. I hope I figure out why before I make another purple quilt.

Help---I'm just about ready to take my niece's graduation quilt to a machine quilter and I need some recommendations for the quilting pattern. I'm a hand-quilter, but I don't have time (and also am having a bit of trouble with carpal tunnel) to do the quilting myself. I would shadow quilt each star if I were doing it myself.

The quilt is 6 inch Sawtooth Stars within 12" Sawtooth Stars. There are 16 big stars and 39 little stars which are not in the big ones. It is asymetrical in the placing of the stars. There will be several borders (haven't decided yet).

My question is should I have the machine quilter do an overall pattern such as clamshell or should I have him stitch in the ditch around each star or what??? I haven't talked with him yet, so I actually don't know if it's possible to stitch in the ditch around each star. Does anyone know?

I plan to have him stipple the borders, but it's the star portion I don't know what to do about.

A friend and I both did the same quilt. She just got hers back from the machine quilter, and neither of us like the quilting in the star area. There are too many unquilted areas. She had him do a loopy type of quilting---I don't know the name or if there is one.

So, advise would be greatly appreciated. You may e-mail me directly if you want, but I find that I learn so much from public answers to other questions.

TIA,
Kay in La Luz, NM

Greetings to all, from Terri in NH. I am tring to renew several quilt magazines, but am being billed top prices, last year I paid about 1/2 of subscription price through a subcription service. But this year I can't find this service!
Anyone know of any????

RE: Canadian Quilters Online & Canadian Quilters Association: they are two seperate sites. Jeannine, I cannot get Can. Q. Assoc. either for some reason - and! - I have misled you about the Block of the Month -- I found it thro Canadian Quilters Online Homepage which is http://www.barint.on.ca/~wfitzger/cqo/home.html Once here go to "web cruise" (under Quicklinks) & find Patchworks Studio whose address is (if you want to go there directly) http://wwwl.islandnet.com/~agreig/ I have Can. Quilters Online bookmarked & have been going to Patchworks Studio thro that - Now! I have bookmarked Patchworks Studio! They have a Block of the Month Club - you can ck. out the year's worth of blocks complete with all instructions - hope you enjoy. (If you can't get thro that long adrress just type Canadian Quilters Online in your search engine & you'll get it)...kate, somewhere in Canadian cyberspace.

the address i have for canadian online quilting is http://www.barint.on.ca/~wfitzger/cqolhome.html i'm not sure it's the one you want, but you can link to several other sites from there and perhaps find the one you had in mind. or you might just find another you like also!

Looking for inexpensive sources for new or used memory cards for a Janome Memory Craft 9000 sewing machine.

I bought a piece of fabric the other day that was made by Hoffman.It is called coventry and is reds/burgundys in a leaf pattern with gold around the leaves.I am not especially a red person--I love blues and teals-but this piece of fabric was so gorgeous I had to buy it.And at $17.00/meter plus tax you can bet I'll use every inch of it.
I also am not fond of the "country" prints,but they sure are a big hit right now.I don't have many plaids or calicoes either.I like florals best and love the watercolor look.
Pam in sunny and warm Alberta.

It is strange, isn't it? The colors that we choose for our quilts do not always reflect our favorite colors or the colors that are in our homes. I sometimes think that quilting is my "alter ego." I tend to buy lots of purples, greens and pinks (mostly pastels, though) for quilting, but my favorite color is peach and my house is done in peach tones and blues. I also prefer unbleached muslin or tone on tone ecru to white or WOW backgrounds. On the other hand, two of my favorite quilts that I have made were for my nephews...they were both black and white and red! Go figure...Shirley in Kansas

Recently I have seen many postings that have asked questions from how to begin, computer printing on fabric, t-shirt quilting, thread questions, etc. I want to mention an excellent source for getting info. It is Dawn's Pages at http://ares.redsword.com/dduperault/qsource.html This site is covers topics like getting started, equipment, patterns, fabric, style, techniques, books, threads, computers, etc. Hope this will help everyone. Happy Quilting.Gloria from Maryland

Would someone please post the address for the Canadian Online Quilters page? Would love to check out the BOM section. Also, I had bookmarked the Canadian Quilters Association but for some reason can't get there--do they have a new internet address? Are these the same site or 2 different sites?

btw, I made CQA's Candy Wings as a baby quilt (it's a card trick block), much appreciated by the new parents. Dad (my brother) is a computer programmer so it was rather appropriate that the pattern came off the computer! It also won 2nd prize in its category at the State Fair!

Thanks for your help & happy quilting! Jeannine in Louisiana, where the weather was perfect yesterday for the Mardi Gras Parade, and raining today

Go to Quilt In A Day web site and ask about availability of this book.

I am looking for a book and or Video
Title: homespun decorations
By: Elanor Burns

or a url/

A warm Sunday Morning to all....
A quick glance at my fabric cupboards & one sees seas of jewel tone blues, greens & purples - one little shelf for what might be called "calicos" - & a growing pile on the countertop of repros & plaids. I was hooked solid for a few yrs on Jinny Beyer - anything Jinny including lots of border stuff to play with. Have had to force myself to use "cute" fabrics, just because I figured I was a little "off" perhaps, since everyone around me was/is using Calicoes & pretty stuff. I like dark, deep, lucious colors & I see I'm not the only one - right, hope the manufacturers start listening. I've been dyeing fabric the past couple yrs and, yup, this stuff keeps magically turning out - deep blues, greens, purples & glorious shades of fuchia. Putting the label on a just-finished quilt this morning (hooray!) & the next one that has been lurking in my head is definitely going to be.. blues, greens, purples & be called "El Nino" in honor of all the wonderful weather tidbits we read about here - anyone looking for patterns for nice blocks (with instruc. etc) might want to check out Canadian Online Quilters website where they have a Block of the Month - look thro over a yr of them, download patterns etc., see what the whole quilt will look like... nice. Have a wonderful Sunday, all!.....kate

Kay, I too have have been following your postings for weeks now. But your latest question made me want to respond, about color. I love color, it's what draws me to quilting in the first place. The combinations are endless and the textures of the patterns are fabulous. Some of my favorite combo's are icky green and fushia pink, or blue and yellow, or purple and yellow, or.....endless! I would have to say though I find that I do add a plaid to almost every quilt. I like the geometric line they add, my favorites are hard to find madras plaids with several colors in each piece of fabric, I've been known to visit the thrift shops for cotton madras plaid shirts to cut up! I love to read about your class project, thank you for taking time out of your very busy life and sharing it with us all. Happy quilting! Martha in Alaska

First of allS I am with you ShannonS I am definitely a jewel tone person. Although I am gravitating toward 1800's reprosS since I have started my Dear Jane quilt. Still love those jeweliesS tho. SecondlyS copywrite rulesS I think we have all plagerized (sp?) at some time or anotherS whether we know it or not. Believe it or notS even the IRS allows you to make copies of W-4's for your employees to fill out. ThirdlyS I would like to thank Keith W. for the adorable cross-stitched Valentine. And I am so glad you like bearsS as I had a fun time appliquing that one!! Hip-hip-hooray for Kay! Whoa - I'm a poet and don't know it!!

Teri in Montana

rather than a particular color, I find that I and drawn to Hues(?) or Intensities(?) ie jewel tones. Ruby,teal,peacock blue,royal purple, emerald, bronzes, coppers... And regarding the prints, yes- always using complicated, lush, rich patterns such as Wm Morris might have made. Am *not* interested in the typical "calico-thimbleberries-country" prints (and *no* slame intended about these types of prints, they just don't call to me)
Great questions, lets see some more responses. (are the fabric designers listening in?)
Shannon

Hello everyone!! I hope that someone can help me. I am cleaning out my sewing room closet. I have an old Singer treadle head. The patent says 1891. It's black with beautiful gold painting. The gold is different from any that I have seen previously. There are several Egyptian designs. What is the best way to go about cleaning this head? I have been using Windex, and have now switched to Simple Green, which seems to be getting some of the crud off. I have no idea where the previous owner had this stored. Can anyone help me? Janice/Phila (Where we have had absolutely no snow)

Gosh, the color was easy - yellow, but the pattern !! I pulled out my stash and there is not a pattern to the patterns !! What does this mean? Is this another sign of my staying so confused all the time? :-)
As far as copyright goes. Ya'll all know that I waited till I had permission to copy the newspaper article I sent out. But, as an avid cross-stitcher I can not claim to be perfect. Also, as a teacher, we (teachers that is) have decided that is breaking the copyright law is ging to land us in jail or worse h--- then there is going
to be a special corner for teachers :-) I have been know to 'preview' something for a few days :-)

Ya'll know what is neat about this BB is that if somebody does get kinda rough sounding that we all bind together (using bind as a pun). Aren't we all lucky to be quilter's !!

T.C. is just having problems with his sinus (how do you make that plural?) He and Elizabeth went to their dad's. They dropped me off at Books-A-Million. I spent 3 1/2 hours reading quilting magazines and books. Snuck in a romance novel also. I only came home with 1 okay okay okay 3 quilting magazines. You know one of the problems of being divorced is that the only person to hide your extreme quilting purchases from is yourself - and even I'm not that crazy yet !!!

Think I'll pop a bowl of popcorn and go look at all those lovely quilts that I just know I'm going to start and finish :-)

Kay

I recently bought a Spartan Sewing Machine. From the printing on the machine I can see that it was made in England by the Singer Sewing Machine Co. although the motor appears to have been made in Canada. It is a little larger than a Featherweight, but is very heavy. It has a screw-on cover for the base, but no carrying-case or cabinet. Also, no attachments or literature. It sews just great! I would appreciate any info about this machine: age, value, etc. Thanks, Mayo

I am definitely green and rust. Fall colors are my favorite to work with. Deep not necessary dark colors make a beautiful quilt. Atleast I am hoping they will with the quilt I am making now!!

Has anyone used the Tri Recs tool to cut and piece triangles? I've been working on piecing a pattern "violets in the field" that was in Am Patchwork and Quilting 2/98. I can assemble the triangles, but I am having problems combining them into rows. Somehow I am getting confused with how to align the edges and as a result my rows of trianges are way off. I'm sure it has something to do with the "magic angle". If anyone has any words of wisdom or advice I'd greatly appreciate your help. Suzanne Hayes

Does anyone know where I could find the pattern for the Lone Star Variation such as you find on the little porcelain quilts and/or cups and saucers? Lorrie

I would like to sell a Zook quilt frame I bought at
the Paducah Quilt show several years ago. It
has poles for a king size quilt and one for baby
quilts. It is a 3 pole frame and I have never used it. If interested, E-mail me please. Thanks

Here's another round robin site:

www.kathkwilts.com

Click on 'quilt swaps' and there you are.
If you then choose one of the swaps (or
robins) and click on the picture of the
one chosen, it will give you a number of
groups to join within that category. (Does
that make sense?) For instance, I'm in
Group 31 (!) for Row Robins. Groups fill up
quickly, but they're always opening new
groups.

The Compulsive Quilter
(actually, this may be the same site listed
earlier, just a different way to get there)

I know this sounds like a pretty silly question, but I don't know where else to ask it. I have been quilting for some time now, and a friend asked if I would make her some matching napkins to go with her Easter Table Runner and Quilted Placemats. I will be using the same fabric (100% cotton) as the main print in the other items. Here's the problem, I don't have a serger, so what is the appropriate way to make napkins with a regular sewing machine? Thanks for any advice anyone can give me. Please e-mail me privately, as I need to get going on this ASAP. Kathleen

I am a hand quilter, but would like to learn a little about machine quilting. Maybe I will enjoy it and it will save me some time. Can anyone recommend an excellent beginner book, or is it necessary to take classes in order to learn properly? Thanks!!

Hi there,
I am moving to Caracas, Venezuela in May (from
London) and wondered if anyone knows of a quilting
group there or anyone who quilts. I would really
like to ask a few questions on supplies etc
Any info greatfully received.
thanks

Hi friends,
This is my first time to read this classified page and I found it very interesting. I am looking for quilt blocks to embroider with a southwest motif. Let me know if anyone has any information. Thanks.
Mary Lou

What is the advantage of English paper piecing? If I understand it, paper is used like a template and the fabric is basted around it. Eventually, you whip stitch the individual shapes, for example, hexagons, together. This sounds like two steps compared to just cutting out hexagons and handpiecing them together.

I am thinking about taking a class on English paper piecing and would like to know what the pros and cons to this method may be. Thanks for any help. Susan

Anyone know of a mailing list to discuss chintz fabrics, . Please email me if so. Thanks!

If anyone has any simple Quilt Patterns or Templates could you please E-mail me? I am new at Quilting and would really love to get started.

Apologies for posting in mid-message.

2. The original posting did say "are not sold for profit" and "if I am misinformed please let me know" - which was only a fair question.
3. The rules DO vary all the time and between different countries - the number of UK published books from the 60's and 70's saying "not for sale in the USA" is legion, becuase of the then lax USA copyright laws.
4. There is a great deal of difference between making a single copy for a friend (no different after all than letting a friend sit at your computer for an hour or two), and doing a set for a class or group.
5. Last but not least, I think Cathy asked an honest question, which could start an informed duscussion, and does not deserve to be flamed for it, either here or anywhere else!

After all my own nom-de-plume was once copyright Wolfgang Amadeus Mozart - but he has been dead for a very long time.

See you in Zauberflote

Sarastro

Learned the hard way -- always better to purchase more than you think you'll need of those fabrics you really like. Made the mistake of not purchasing an excessive amount of a Henry Alexander fabric. It is western -- with cowboy faces on it with names like Tex, Polecat, Slim. Have looked at every quilt store I visit to no avail! I purchased it last fall and it says it is a 1997 collection along the salvage. Does anyone know where I might purchase at least a yard or two of it? Please e-mail me directly at kdcatlin@webtv.net. Thanks in advance for any help.

This one is a potential hornet's nest! A few PERSONAL VIEWS from the UK:

1. When I was a student at London Univ. in the early 80's ONE copy of an article, or up to 10% of a book was OK - and this was posted next to the photocopiers by the POWERS THAT BE.

Hi,

I am planning our guild's first quilting retreat at
the end of May and since I have never been on one
of these retreats before, I'm looking for ideas.
I'm starting with a mystery quilt project for
Saturday but I would like something to break up
the day. I also need to plan something for
Sunday morning. Any sugestion are greatly
appreciated! Thanks - please email me directly.

Janet

Hi all and to Kay and the Kids,
To answer the question, I am a blue plaid person. The first quilt I made was a wall-hanging for my son and daughter-in-law as a wedding gift---with the focus fabric a blue plaid. That plaid has reappeared in many of my later quilts---in the cat wall hanging I gave my aunt for Christmas, in the Sawtooth Star quilt I am struggling with for my niece's high school graduation, and also in the Sawtooth Star I sent to Kay's Kids as one of the New Mexico blocks. My house, however, is decorated predominately in RED plaids, so I guess you can say I'm a plaid person. When I left California, my quilt guild gave me a friendship quilt which had plaids, paisleys (another favorite) and Sawtooth Stars. It's my favorite quilt of all time.

Hope your week looks up, Kay. Just to make you feel better---a four pound frozen pork roast fell on my bare toe (It's OK to laugh!!!)---the only advantage to that has been I can't do too much walking and am working on Jeanette's quilt more!

Happy Quilting,
Kay in sunny La Luz, New Mexico

Well, that made a lot of sense (below) saying I forgot to sign my note & see now that the "note" in question is lost in cyberspace & never made it here anyway! Which is appropriate to the reason for writing the first note in the first place - confusing... I wanted to convey an apology to Cathy re: the not-so-nice reply to her honestly-asked question. I've had these little beastie-computers around my house since the first Vic 20 was offered for home use - and we can see how computer literate I've become over the past 20 years! The point is, we're all learning all the time, & I believe the majority of quilt-folk are among the best at admitting they'll never stop learning or surpass the need for learning - computer software is very expensive & I think it's natural for anyone newer to the game to simply ask for a copy - we've all done it, I'm sure. Having spent the majority of my pre-quilting life as a writer, I was often entangled in Copyright webs of confusion; the attempt in recent years to untangle the mess has resulted, in some cases, to really nutty scenarios, and as one person mused, gotten a little out of hand...When it comes to old quilt patterns these were never copyrighted originally & unless someone has somewhere along the line jumped thro hoops with $ to burn & purchased same in some way - all these passed-on things are Public Domain. Anything original that the "inventor" wants to protect under Copyright Law will have the three necessary requirements attached either at the beginning or end of article/instruction etc. which are: the copyright symbol and or the word copyright spelled out; the name under which one wants it copyrighted; and the year. i.e. Copyright (or symbol) Jane Doe 1998 (or whatever yr. applies) - so in looking thro mags etc. & wondering if you can copy patterns "legally" (without dark glasses & trench coat) - look for this first. Under the "ridiculous" as regards Copyright, consider this - we would assume all familiar old things of all sorts would be Public Domain & we're free to use them - well, remember all those wonderful old Hymns we used to/still do sing every Sunday at Church? In our business we play these old hymns on a stereo system for those who request it - the past few years, however, we have to now get a list of what's allowed & what isn't - i.e. we are no longer allowed to play - for public consumption (just our own personal) - things like, "The Old Rugged Cross" .... marvellous step forward for society having somehow managed to get these things copyrighted?
Anyway, Cathy, there's lots of free "shareware" available & lots of neat sites to download free, uncopyrighted patterns - so keep on quilting & learning along with the rest of us!

regards to all.....kate

What color am I? Blue, blue, blue! But I find that since becoming a quilter I am enjoying other colors more than I ever have. Purple is now my second favorite and I am actually looking at yellow fabrics for the first time in my life!
Now I have a new question for everyone. Is there a type of fabric print that you are drawn to? I found in my first quilt that I had picked two fabrics that were slight variations of each other--blue background (same shade of blue) with pink roses. I thought this was odd because I didn't even notice what I had done until the quilt was finished. It was a few weeks later that I realized that that print was the same as the backing on the quilt that my Grandmother made for me! It was a print that she had used a lot in quilts that my family used throughout my childhood. I still find myself picking out variations of this fabric in quilt shops.
Anyone else have a fabric print or color that they are drawn to?
Deanna
On the very wet, windy Olympic Peninsula

For more information on copyrighting, check out http://ttsw.com/FAQS/CopyrightFAQ.html. Or, you can find it by just going to the WorldWide Quilting Page home page. Scroll down to the bottom and click on FAQ's Page. One the next page, click on Copyright FAQ. This might help shed some additional light on the topic.

Forgot to sign my name to the post below - sorry about that. Then, I read Kay's just-posted & wanted to add - hope your son is feeling better! & hope this "Sydney" Flu (as they're calling it around here) isn't visiting your house. I wanted to say to you, Kay, that in reading these posting over the past few weeks I have always been struck with the thought of what a rich lady you are - all these wonderful friends out here that you have! Having been at "the bottom" in my life & now blessed to no longer be there, may I tell you that over these years if I have learned anything, I have learned that real wealth is measured in the good people who care about us, who we are priviledged to call "friend" - and you have that in abundance!

Warmest regards to all... Kate

Picture this --- For 5 days I've gone to school early to do Mrs. Mc bus duty - this is watching the kids as they arrive until the bell rings. For this 45 minutes a day I make $5.00. Yesterday I come in $25.00 in hand. Yes, the children are going to see their father. I have the day alone and $25.00 mad money. (remember I'm a single mom so this is a lot of money.) I know I'll go to the quilt store, the book store, the $1.50 movies. I am spending that money over and over in my head. Crash, reality hits. T.C. (the 16 yr. old) walks in coughing, deep coughing. yes I've noticed this for a week. Time for the doctor, on Sat. morning. Maybe can't go to dad's since dad has 2 yr old twins, yes the insurance co-pay is $20.00 for doctor, $10.00 for medicine. Oh, well at least the lord has provided the money at the end of the month.

On the other hand. It's Sat. don't have to take a day off work to take him to the doctor, I do have a few :-) UFOs I could work on. And then over there, in my stash there are just a few fabrics calling my name.

Ahhh the life of a single mother, working mother, tired mother trying to be a quilter.
Love to all,
Kay :-)

NEW QUESTION

I read with interest the answers to the survey. The lovely shop owner said that she, "is a pink person." What color person are you?

I thought I would gravitate to the blues, but you know something the yellows just hollar my name. I've never had anything yellow in my life !!

But, put me down for yellow.

Hi from Sydney, Australia:
This is my first posting to the BB but I really
enjoy reading it, I've learnt such a lot in the
last few months! 5 or 6 years ago my DH laid
good vinyl tiles in a very pale green on the floor
of my sewing room, they are not as cold as ceramic
tiles and are more practical than carpet. I'm
always dropping pins or needles and it's no
problem finding them on the vinyl.
Jennifer

When a customer walks into my shop I always ask if I can help them find something, some want help, some just want to look. I am in the bussiness to help my customer in anyway I can and if helping choose fabric is what they want I will lay as many bolts out as they want to see. I do admit I'm a pink person and I warn them when we start. I think a color consultant is a made up job. I've never met one yet.If I want to shop and have no one talk to me about fabric I go to a chain, not a quilt shop.I have repeat customer because of personalized service. Jennifer Trease Cornerstone Quilts, Orchard Ne.

Oops, fat fingers with the first address. This one is right. (Not sure how to find my mail though...) I'm going to have 2 queen size quilts machine quilted by someone. Are there any questions I should ask? Any suggestions? Thanks in advance.

Several years ago when I planned my "craft" room it was geared more to stained glass and rosemalling. For this reason I chose tile. After several hours of sizing, cutting and installing it, I wondered why. Today, I do more sewing, but do not regret my flooring choice. It is easy to clean. I placed a carpet remanant down to chase away the chill of a MN winter, but can dispose of it with no second thoughts.

I just read the posts regarding copying, trademarks, etc. Quilt patterns, craft patterns and various techniques have been handed down generation after generation. Crafts by their nature are copied. Not too many can boast an original idea. How many of us have visited a craft show and then gone home and copied the idea? Have we violated someone's copyright?

Here's my point: If you can honestly say that you have never copied yourself or accepted a copied pattern, technique, (or whatever) in your lifetime, then you have one up on the rest of us!

Sometimes I feel that the copyright issue has gotten out of hand. I often copy my purchased crochet patterns so I can write on them without ruining my book while I'm doing a project---yet when I go into Kinko's to do my copying I feel like I'm slinking in the door, doing something illegal!

Ok, I'm getting off my soapbox now....

Cathy, I feel very bad for you that that person was so very very rude. You asked for a copy, but also clarified that you weren't sure and if you were wrong, to please let you know. She could have answered you easily without being so nasty. Many of us may have thought the same thing. Keep your chin up!! Most quilters are nice people!!! Have a great day! Laurie

Thanks to everyone who responded to by inquiry about locating a copy of Margaret Rolfe's book QUILT A KOALA. I contacted the suggested shop in Australia and they no longer have the book but I was able to get a set of patterns copied by a "friend" in Australia--fantastic! This was my first experience at posting on the Bulletine Board, and what a great bunch of people out there who are quilters with hearts and helping hands. Thanks so much. Betty Ann

I am not one to get easily upset...or one to easily "fly off the handle"...but I do not like being insulted. In my post, I added the remark (AND I QUOTE) "If I am misinformed PLEASE let me know." To the lady with the rude post you could have answered my post personally through email or more tastfully on this wonderful site. I have only met nice, kind, helpful, and considerate people on this bulletin board and am NOT going to let one unkind person....Anyway, I feel if you have a snide remark to make to someone (remember that old saying if you can't say something nice (or atleast in a nice way) don't say anything at all!!!!!!!!!!!!!!) that you should post them through their email.
Sorry everybody for my mistake...I would never ask or imply that someone brake the law! I am new to quilting as I am new to the computer. I apologize for my unknowingly misinformed post.
Thank you to all that have been kind.
Cathy.......................

Shame, shame to the lady who wants a COPY of a computer quilt program. Do you not realize that when you purchase a program it is licensed to the owner, and not to be copied. To do this denies the originator of the program their rightful profit from a sale. Same thing applies to any copyrighted pattern, idea, etc. Anyone providing the copy would be equally responsible to the violation of copyright law.Why can we not be willing to buy what we need, be it pattern or computer program.We all may have to struggle a little to buy such things, but the right to use things comes with ownership. Enough said!

First some information:
Finally - next Thursday I get to go update the school's page. The new pictures should be up about 6 or so.
- the kids' e-mail address is almost up and running. I'll let you know when.
- Internet is back in my classroom. Today we tried to look at the Bulletin Board I guess it was too busy.
- I have been telling them what ya'll say here, but would like them to see for themselves
- the Science Fair, remember that's the one I scheduled on my own daughter's birthday, is over. YES YES YES
is was great, the kids enjoyed it. I only saw two kids that had teary eyes when they didn't win. Kara Clemons
was our Best of Show Winner. Jennifer Henson, 1st place, James Wint, 2nd and Todd Bolton 3rd (all of these were for
fifth grade.
- now we can concentrate on our Quilt U.S.A. Style - Concord Style.

For news. Tonight I was at the local Food World, buying groceries. I had my extra money from doing bus duties and the kids'
child support check and I actually managed to make myself buy groceries before I go to the book store and the fabric store tomorrow :-)
Well, of course I stopped by the quilt magazines for a minute. There was a lady next to me looking for some sort of magazine. She and I started talking.
She said she thought it was nice that I quilted, that many don't (shows what she knows), etc. I mentioned that I was doing some quilting in my classroom.
She looks at me funny and said, "Is it your class that was in the paper?" Ya'll I have to admit that I felt a bit like a celebrity :-) I told her I was and we
talked for a few minutes. Low and behold, here comes Keith from my class. "Hello Ms. J." he says. He picks up a gun magazine. I said, "this is one of my quilters."
I was telling her that we also cross stitch. I had a cross stitch magazine in my hands that has a neat alaphabet that is designed around needle arts. I said to Kevin, "look
at this. It spells quilts." He replied, "OH, Wow !" and put down his gun magazine. The lady shook her head in amazement !! i guess all of us have started something.

I was reading the notes about the designing of your own sewing space. Wonder if I can write a grant to do something to my room ---mmmm a thought. The carpet in my room is, well,
actually no one knows how old it is. People that have been there 20 years remember it beig there when they came. This is my 10th year, it has been there that long. Now multiply your
carpet times 10 years of 23 - 30 10 years old walking, rolling, stomping, throwing up,painting, diong science experiments on it ! I really think it is almost as slick as tile !!:-)

Well, I'm babbling on. It's such a relief to get everything out of the way and be able to concentrate on our quilt.
Talk to ya'll later.

Hugs to all, Kay

P.S. I'm not sure which quilter received them, but a couple of my kids signed their notes "Sew long." They are learning so much from you.

I would like to make a special gift for my daughters student
council advisor. I want to transfer a picture of the students to
fabric and then make an interesting border and quilt it and then frame
it. Has anyone ever done this and have any suggestions for me? Any
patterns out there? Would you suggest I take the picture to be
transferred professionally? Thanks for your help!!

A friend has water spots on a quilt she is working on and the fabric bled. Is there anyway she can get the stains out?

I am looking for any kind of fabric with a wolf on it. I would really LOVE to find a wolf head applique kit or something like that. Any information ASAP would be WONDERFULLY appreciated!!!!!
Thanks...again. Cathy

So far as I know there is no web site for the Mid-Atlantic Quilt Festival. I live close to Williamsburg and attend every year sometimes everyday of the show. This year it is being held from 2/26-3/1. The price of admission is $8.00 and is good for all four days of the show as well as for all four parts of the show. The different shows are held in different places but there is a shuttle bus that runs every 15 minutes or so and takes you to the different venues. The shuttle bus is free and parking is free. The best place to park is at the Patrick Henry Inn on route 60 E.
The Shuttle bus stops there and will take you right on down to the quilt show and merchants mall. There is also a Fiber Arts Show, Wearable Art show and Vintage Clothing Show. They all start at 10 am . If you are in the area and have the opportunity to attend, it is definitely something you don't want to miss.

Try this site
http://www.patchwords.com/departments/swaps.html and go to quiltchats

I am looking for a floral applique border for a double quilt. Does anyone know where I can obtain a pattern or a catalogue showing samples.

Hi, I was wondering if any of you ladies out there own one of these machines? I have just aquired one and cannot figure out how to get the bobbin thread to come up...there is no manual with it... any help would be greatly appreciated..thanks you can email me at gschill@en.com Nancy

I really want to make the "Rabbit Garden" quilt currently featured on the Cranston Fabrics web page. I've driven all over the place looking for the fabrics and have found all of them, except one. I still need the ticking strip with rabbits print. Is there anyone out there who has access to this fabric and would be willing to get it for me if I pay for fabric and postage or who would like to trade something for it? I'm hoping to make two of the quilt tops and the pattern only calls for 1/3 yard--so 1 yard total would be pleanty. Thanks! Sarah-Hope sarah-hope_parmeter@macmail.ucsc.edu

Would anyone here who has any of the quilting computer programs for Windows 95 be willing to file transfer me a copy of it. (I think it is okay to do this as long as copies "are not sold for profit". If I am misinformed please let me know.)
Thank you!

Cathy

Hi everyone,

I am in need of ideas on how to inventory my fabric
stash. I have to keep it in boxes as I don't have
any room to store it on shelves.
Should I keep it arranged by colors? By print?
By season?

I do have a 2" square of each fabric in a small
photo album...saw this tip on Simply Quilts... but
when I need to get to a particular piece I have to
search through all the boxes until I find it.

My stash is growing but right now I have three boxes
full.

Any suggestions?

Thanks, Terrie in Ohio

Hi My name is Darcy and I live in Alaska, I am interested in joining a roundrobin quilt group. I can't find anybody to get ahold of on the internet and am hoping that someone can help me. Thanks alot Darcy

HI! I am a member of a 12women birthday block club in our neighbourhood. We have been together almost a yearnow and are having lots of people enquire about joining our group. Our problem is we aren't sure how we should, or if , expand. Since we a such ayoung group we could use some advice. Thank you in advance.
Kimberley in Ottawa Canada

Whitney,
What a wonderful job you did on the pin pillow.
It works great and it was especially nice because
it arrived in Chicago on Valentines day.
I have been showing all my friends your letter
and the newspaper. I will be thinking of all of
you on national quilting day when your working on
the project.
If you would like to email my 5th grade son
Keith and tell him about your class sometime he
would be a good penpal. His address is
scolasin@elnet.com

My mother is making a Texas-theme quilt and is looking for fabric with an oil well motif. Anyone want to trade or know where to find some?Thanks!

Is the Quilt Basting Spray just for maching quilting or can a Hand Quilter use it too? Have any of you tried it with hand quilting? Basting takes FOREVER!!!
Thanks

I need help on two topics. I have a quilt whcih I would like to have professionally machine quilted. I know there is a place in Vermont, maybe named Vermont Quilting? If any of you know of it, please help. Also, a friend needs to have photos copied for a transfer quilt. Is there a method you know of, and are comfortable with. Again, thanks for your help. Kate

We spent yesterday putting sashings on the quilt. Is is just beautiful. We hope to finish the top Monday night and sandwich it the next Monday night. We are working on getting a photo of the quilt on the web, so everyone can see it. You will all be pleased and proud of your work. The American Cancer Society wants to do the first showing in May ..... got a lot of quilting to do, but we will make it. Thank you,all, for your help. Carol :)

Hi ya all,
try to get help here again becuz it works so well.
I am looking for books which are from Better Homes and Garden.
It is - I belive - an annual serie. The books are aprox. 9 x 10" hardcover.
One is called Small Patchwork & Quilting by Leslie Lindley. I would like to have a list of all the books in the serie to get my hands on them.
TIA Susanne in Germany

HELP! Looking for a regular pieced or foundation piece block of a garden bench. Any information would be greatly appreciated. Patty

Pattern is called CAMP by company called PINE
NEEDLES. Has patterns to applique camping scenes;
like a bear, canoe, tree, cabin, maybe a fish too.

Anyone suggest a book with these patterns?

Thanks
elaine

The quilt basting spray is wonderful!!! I love it.
You can mail order quilt basting spray from
Front Porch Quilts in Houston. Their number is
(281) 444-2882.

Hi Julie,

I too had the opportunity 4 yrs. ago to design my
own sewing room; two big rooms actually, L-shaped,
-- having always had carpet, I definitely went for
nice, neat, easy-to-clean tile which I happily laid
myself. The first winter I found it cool, hard on
the feet/legs after a day-long quilting stint; the
second winter I put carpet pieces in front of the
ironing board, 'neath the machine foot control, in
front of my favourite chair - much better. The next
winter I put a large area rug in the one room - better
still. Last winter I laid almost wall-to-wall industrial
type carpet in both rooms - now we're cozy again!
And now I'm back to crawling about on my hands &
knees picking up embedded pins before vacuming -
however, I did do one intelligent thing; I chose a
carpet full of colored specks, so all those colored
bits of thread don't show at all! Maybe you could
go directly to the area-rug-over-tile part which
gives you both options? Good luck & enjoy your very
own space! (Make sure it's got a door that can be
closed to the outside/visiting world - you never
have to "clean up that mess" this way)

Kate in foggy!! but weirdly warm S.W. Ontario, Canada

I want to make my son a quilt using a pieced, denim top and polarfleece as my batting/backing. Any ideas as to feasibility and/or anticipated difficulties? Also, what thread, needles, machine settings, etc. should I use assuming idea is reasonable. thanks!
--piecer

I am looking to purchase or get a copy of the "Amid Amish Life" crosstitching pattern book.
It's for my sister. If anyone knows where I can get one, please E-mail response to: mccoy@svs.net

1. only in rare circumstances is it not readily apparent which fabrics "go together" and this is also thepersonal preference factor. i sometimes show my choices and/or ask in case there’s a faabric I may have missed.
2. a beginning quilter might feel the need to have help in this area, but if they are shopping at a quilt store the people who work there should be a reliable source. many times patrons also will add their opinion, solicited or not. the choice should always be the quilter’s, they are the one who will live with the quilt.
3. as someone who worked in a shop, i felt that my place was to offer options and expertise, but let the quilter make the decision. when asked, i always qualified my answer as "my personal preference" but left open the choice by showing a large variety often having the customer pull fabrics while. i was often able to explain what results different fabrics would have on the overall look of the quilt based on my experience. no consultation fee, it’s a part of the experience you bring to the job and the reason you’re hired.
4. not only would i not pay for this, i wouldn’t shop at stores that would charge for it.

Your email address wouldn't work. There is or at least was a niffty store in the Harvard Square area. Can't remember the name of it. Look under Quilting in the yellow pages. Lynn from Rochester, NY

I've heard there is something called quilt basting spray that you can use and not have to pin or baste a quilt. Is this true? Does anyone know where I can get it?

I am searching for information about Ravenwood Designs. I would appreciate it if anyone could provide me with informaiton about it. Thanks.

I have carpet in my sewing room, and if I had to do it over again I'd opt for tile mainly because it's easier to clean up. No pins stuck in the carpet fiber. We live in Florida where ceramic tile is used a lot and it's hard on your feet and ankles. That's about the only drawback I see to tile, besides being cold in the winter if you live in snow country.

I finally received my kk digest today. They were having some computer problem, and should be back in full swing soon. I'm thinking that if you signed up in the past 6-7 days, you may want to try again, or maybe just wait a few more days for them to catch up. I received one for 2-11 and 2-14 today, so still not quite caught up with the digest, but at least know they were experiencing some computer problem and are still out there.

Have a great day,

Kathy :-0
From Alabama

I need a good quilting book on drafting patterns.
I must draft a pattern from a picture and I need to learn to do it. Someone please e-mail me with any suggestions. I am new to the Boston area and have not found any quilt stores in my area. Sincerely,
Anita

1. If your question means: which fabrics were sent together and designed to be used together?, no I don't wonder
about that very often. I don't want to design a quilt that looks like the Garanimals version of a quilt. If you're
asking whether I wonder whether certain fabrics of my choosing go together, yes, of course I do. But as others have
said, if I buy them and change my mind about their feasibility for one quilt, they just go into the stash for the
next one (or the one after that!).

2. Shop owners, employees, and customers are all quite helpful - most of us can't help ourselves. I am also married to
a quilter, so I get advice whether I want it or not. Usually, however, if I ask for advice it is a choice between
two particular fabrics, not advice on the color scheme for a whole quilt. I usually have an idea in mind and just
to check whether I'm missing something in my selection.

3. ----

4. No, I would not pay someone to help me choose colors. Part of quilting is developing your own style, which isn't going
to happen if someone else is always choosing the focus of your work. I can understand new quilters who don't yet trust their
own color sense asking for help; in that case they should turn to a friend, a shop employee, or an apparently more confident
customer. Hiring someone specifically for that purpose is out of the question IMHO.

I just purchased an Elna 9006. Is there anyone out there that has a scanner and will scan designs for a fee? Any tips on using my new machine? Any information would be appreciated.
Thank you,
Kristin

I need information on do's and don'ts of framing and hanging large quilts. If you have any experience in the area or know of a very reputable framing shop in the central part of FLorida, please let me know.

Hi I got my letter from Amanda and the little quilt
ed cross stitch pillow. I love it! It will go in
my special scrapbook of fellow quilters. Hugs to all
of you.

Hi Kay and Samantha Smith!

I got your gift and the article - Thank you! I enjoyed making the square, and it's fun to see how much attention your project has generated.

Susan In Virginia

Because I sew in my stocking feet or barefoot (I can't feel my foot control with shoes on), I would opt for carpet. But then again, I live in a colder climate, Northern Nevada. But in Las Vegas, the other end of the state, everyone has tile or flagstones because it's so hot there.

I would go with a light, airy berber. But that's me, and I'll have to sit here being envious, because I have to sew at the kitchen table. No special room for me until one of my sons moves away....a wait of at least 8 years!

Jealous Kim in Nevada

Another student! Here are my survey answers:
1. I always wonder. It's part of the joy of quilting. I love to gather fabrics and later put them together; often find surprises that way. Wondering is not a negative to the quilting process.
2. I like to have friendly people at the quilt shop, both employees and other shoppers, who chime in with ideas. I make my own decisions, though....and often change them when I get home. It's a process thing and I love it.
3. I'm not a shop owner, but I don't think there should be separate "consultants." Quilt shop owners and employees should make this kind of "consulting" part of their regular service, and I don't go back to a quilt or fabric shop if they are not friendly enough to approach about fabric combinations.
4. I would not, *not*, NOT pay for this service and would not go back to any store that "offered" a separate consultant with a fee. No way.

Just another opinionated quilter, I guess --
Maureen/OR

Everyone here is always so helpful and full of advice - I love it! We are in the process of remodeling and adding on to our house and my favorite room will be expanding. Have always had carpet was wondering if tile would be better in a sewing room. Any advice or opinions? What do you have and what are the pros and cons to each? Here's my chance to make it just the way I want and would really like to hear what you like. Thanks! Julie in dreary Michigan

Sometimes I print my own material using my computer
and printer. Does anyone out there have an actual
formula for something that I may soak my material
in to keep it from bleeding. I have tried vinegar
and salt water....but not with good results....but I
don't have an actual measurement. Any suggestions?

1. With experience you gain an eye for what works and what does not, otherwise it goes in the stash for another day. Oftern it will take more than one trip to the store to decide what works well. It is also a matter of taste. What you think works well and gives a shocking effect would be somonelse's nightmare combination.
2. There is always somone there to help if you,if want it, either assistant or customer. Quilting shops are friendly places!
3. -
4. No never, the poeple who work there are paid to help you, and if you need help they should be there, for free.

Are you going to post the results ?

I am looking for someone that could quilt a photo transfer quilt for me.

thanks Krista Embertson

Hello quilters! Since I posted my first plea for
help in Jan. my Internet provider and I have not
been able to communicate so I haven't seen any
e-mail. My mother "inherited" quilt pieces for
the U.S. state birds and flowers and wants to
finish it but she only has half the pieces. Any
ideas? Thanks, she has great faith I can find
the answer on the Internet...

Hi Kay - thanks so much for the article and the gift! It
was certainly my pleasure to make the Colorado block. You
can visit me (and the other PC Piecers) at

http://bankswith.apollotrust.com/~larryb/ourgroup.htm

Amy from Oklahoma here providing everyone with more info on my lastest project. This is my first quilt put together with a pattern. After sewing half of my "snakes" i figured out i forgot (instructions didn't instruct) to account for seam allowances between the snakes. So, after ripping and ripping i tried again. This time (attemping) to make a 1/4 seam allowance. Now... i have snakes that are longer than others. There has got to be an easier way to do this.
I ENJOY piecing and sewing. So far all of my projects have been simple squares without pattern. I like the make it up as you go along.
I'm sorry, but actually having to THINK while im attempting to enjoy myself isn't appealing.

Please, someone remind me why we enjoy quilting!!!!!!

Frustrated with wiggling snakes in Oklahoma

Amy Notice: i have a new email address

P.S. I submitted the saying one hundred years from now it wont matter...... into my employers newsletter. They printed it! Thanks to whoever posted it.

1. Ocasionally. I once bought three or four pieces of fabric before I found the right backing for my quilt--they looked with the swatches, but when I got home & held the fabric up to my top--yuck! Usually my quilt is designed around my fabric in stash, not the other way around.
2. Sure. I expect the sales person to help me. I also find fellow fabric fondlers to be of great help, too.
3. No. Any self-respecting shop owner would offer opinions honestly and freely. Just another marketing tool to keep the customers coming back.
4. No way! In my book, quilting is synonymous with thrift.

Gook luck on your paper! Hope we all got an 'A'.

Donna
Tuttle, OK

some notes regarding survey:
1. As a shop owner I try to display fabrics that go together in groupings, or I group fat quarters together to give ideas.
2. I help people all day long pick out their fabric, that's the part I like best..some people hate it.
3. I would not pay a consultant and I would not charge my customers an additional fee.
4. There are probably some of my customers that would pay but i would not feel right charging them.
I live in a very rural area, and my customers do not pay full price anyway........

1. Choosing the fabric to go together is part of the excitement of quiltmaking. If I get something home that doesn't work, I stash it and look for something better. I carry scraps around with me that I need to match--sometimes it takes months to find exactly what suits me.
2. I value others' opinions, but the decision is my own. There's always someone to share ideas with, be it store staff, other customers, or the friend or family member you are shopping with.
3. I'm not, but if I were, I wouldn't.
4. No way--buy more fabric instead.

Kathy in South Central Washington

For your survey,
1. Sometimes I worry if the fabrics go together but most of the time I just buy fabric that I like with no particular quilt in mind and then later decide what to do with it.
2. If I have a specific quilt pattern in mind and no clue as to the colors I want, I'll ask for help. Usually the person I ask is a fellow shopper or a friend. I have asked for help from the store clerks at quilt shops and they have been very helpful.
3. I would never consider hiring a color consultant. Isn't that what the clerks are for, to help customers?
4. NEVER!! The clerks in the store are already being paid to help customers, if they can't help with color selection, they have no business working in a quilt shop.

1. Often wonder, worry little; that's part of the fun is seeing how it works. Experience helps.
2. Sometimes. Will ask sales clerk or others in store a small question.
3. Never.
4. No, nada, nyet.

1 When shopping for fabric I just buy what I like, then the fabrics inspire the quilt.
2. If I need help deciding there are more than enough kibbitzers around me willing to give free advice.
3. A shop owner would be foolish to pay for this as a separate service. If he/she can't tell what goes with what how can he/she choose what fabrics to carry in the shop.
4. No
Unasked-for advice. Chosing the fabrics is one of the most fun parts of making a quilt, and most quilters have strong opinions of their own on what goes with what. No one wants to spend time making a quilt that represents someone else's style more than her own. You could starve to death waiting for customers for this kind of service. Jane

1. Sure, sometimes I can't decide which colours and/or textures to pick, so I buy what I think will work. If it doesn't, well, hey, guess I just have to buy more!! ;-D

2. The fabric and quilt shops I patronize are always extremely friendly and helpful with any questions I have had in the past, including picking out fabrics. But as I stated above, I'm not too terribly worried if I don't get that perfect match the first time around.

3. N/A for me, but if I was a shop owner, I wouldn't do it. If that was the case, well then, just go into the kit business!

4. I have to agree with the strength of other's replies...I'd rather spend the $10 on more fabric!

Kim in Nevada

1. No, I never wonder. I pick out a few and hold them together, as close to the windows (for natural lighting) as I can get them, and I know by looking whether they complement one another and/or are right for the project I have in mind. If I didn't have a good eye for colors then I wouldn't be making quilts.
2. No, I don't want anyone "helping" me with my selections, thank you.
3. Not applicable to me.
4. Absolutely not!!!!

Hope this helps.
Jodi

I have never made a quilt, but I found this great Noah's Ark fabric and I just have to a make a quilt for my cousin's new baby. It is the kind of fabric that has stitch lines printed on it already, going around the characters and figures, and then smaller lines for detailing. I just need to know where I can find basic instructions, like what do I need to get started, what types of supplies and such, basic stitching and things like that. I would love to get started on the basics, but everywhere I go they only have books on piece quilting. Any suggestions or references would be GREATLY appreciated. Thanks.

I'm looking for fabric sites that have jewel tones.

For your survey:

1 - Certainly I consider what fabrics "match but that's not the only consideration in purchasing fabric

2 - People - both shoppers & staff - usually discuss this informally with one another - but not always; makes little difference to my purchases.

3 - Definitely not.

4 - Emphatically not!

Hello,
These are my answers to your survey.
1. of, course I think about which fabrics will go
together.
2. I would think about someone elses opinion.
3. NO!!!!
4. NO!!!!

As a teacher I help ladies choose fabric all the
time. It is one of the hardest decisions they make. The store owner also does it everyday
and we do it for free!!!!

I received my fabric today from Betsy Mazziotti in New York! No note or e-mails as to the delay but I feel much better now. sandy

As part of a term paper for a Marketing class I'm in, I need to do the following survey.
1. When shopping for fabric for a quilt, do you find yourself wondering which fabrics go together?
2. Would you like to have someone help you with these choices?
3. If you are a shop owner, would you be willing to pay this consultant !0% of the cost of the fabrics bought and then offer this as a service to your customers?
4. If you are a customer, would you pay $10 for this service?
Thank you for participating in this survey.

My friend is going to Italy, visiting Rome, Milan, Florence, and Venice. She would like to know if there are any quilt shops or fabric shops in these cities. She will be leaving around the 10th of March for two weeks in Italy. She would love to visit these shops. Thanks in advance.

yesterday afternoon. I love my little gift and letter, and have brought them to work to show everyone here (they have heard all about you, Kay). Even my fiance thought it was nice. Thanks very much, Kay and Stephen. I'll send off a letter to you real soon!

Kim in Nevada

Where can I get information on the Mid-Atlantic
Quilt Festival scheduled to be held in Williamsburg,
VA Feb. 26-Mar. 1? I find nothing on Williamsburg
or Virginia websites and get no leads from search
engines. I would like to know admission cost, location
of event, hours and information on handicap accessibilty.
Is there a URL I can check? Any help you can give
is much appreciated. I hear this is a "don't miss"
event although, from my experience, it doesn't seem
too well advertised. Thanks, Loray from Minnesota

Thank you to everyone for letting me know that you are getting your packages. The kids are so excited that we are hearing from you. Casey asked today if I had heard from Conn. He will be so excited. AS will Amanda and Stephania.

I talked to Ben today. Looks like next week before we can update page. I'm scanning pictures at my school so that I can upload as many as possible. Bear with me. I can get the page ready at my school, but Ben has to help me load pictures, and put the page out there. I will do as soon as possible.

It's 11:30 PM here I'm tired think I'll go to bed.

Kay

P.S. As to the dog/cat talk. We were 2 cats, 1 dog. As of tonight make that 2 cats/2 dogs. But, my cat by the name of Pest - yes she earned that name as a kitten - took one look at the new member of the family, gave a royal hiss, and jumped on top of the table, on top of the pile of fabric that I am cutting into blocks. She was showing him who was boss !!

Thanks so much for the cross stitch, friendly letter, and newspaper article. I can't wait to see more updates from you all - and I will try to write back to you soon, Stephanie. I've got 4 kids of my own, I'll send you a picture of them :o)....Love your Washington friend, Carol

Hi Kay and kids!

I received my wonderful package today here in Bend, Oregon. The article is great, and thank you so much, Amanda Wood, for the terrific letter and the beautiful handmade gift! You do a great job of cross stitching, Honey! I love to cross stitch too, when I'm not making quilts!

I'm very glad you enjoyed my "Pigs in a Blanket" block -- I had a wonderful time participating in this project. It was my pleasure and a real honor!

Love and best wishes to you all,
Jodi Farm
Bend, Oregon

P.S. Visit me at my website at http://www.angelfire.com/or/jodishouse
:-)

Kay: Just wanted to let you know that the Connecticut envelope arrived this afternoon. Please thank Casey for me. This whole project just gives me "warm fuzzies" and I am SO proud to have been a part of it. Give yourself hugs from me!!
Jeanne in Connecticut
Where's it's pouring rain and almost freezing

I came across some sewing sites tonight. One
has a chat room for Hawaiin quilts on Thurs nites
and one is just a Bulletin Board. Thought maybe
some of you would like them.
www.wwvisions.com/craftbb/sewing.html (a sewing bb)
www.softworld.com/sewing/sewroom.htm(NOT HTML)This
is one of my favorites. It has info on machines,
fabrics, HAWAIIN quilts with a chat room and all
kinds of patterns. I really didn't get to check
the whole site out, as it is really big.

www.afcon.net/~heirloom/page12.htm(NOT HTML) This
is a page which lists other sewing sites to look at
Hope I helped some of you. Cheryl

I have some wonderful new books for using old
ties in quilts and wondered if anyone would be
willing to clean out their husbands' or
boyfriends' old ties and send them to me.
I would be willing to swap fat quarters for them.
Please e:mail me for the snail mail address or
questions! Thanks for your help. rp

I am trying to get the Mary Englebreit fabric into my local quilt shop, but we need to know the name of the Manufacturer. Can anyone help us? Thanks.

Date: 2/13/98

Does anyone know what "O.T.C." on thread and yardage means?

I have seen it on Coats & Clark thread, as well as yardage?

Would appreciate your help.

Thanks, G. Bush (not George) in Alameda, CA

I posted a note yesterday asking about the different
quilting programs available and what you liked or
disliked about them. Unfortunately being new to the
whole e-mail and inter-net thing I missed a letter
in my e-mail address. Sorry for anyone nice enough
to try and give me info. The correct address is
Selles@GLCcomputers.com

thankyou
Cherie

Greetings! There's a sewing BB that's part of the
mining co. site. Go to sewing.miningco.com and
click on (surprise!) Bulletin Board.

Or go to www.miningco.com, click on crafts/hobbies,
and choose 'sewing'. That will get you there, too,
and let you see all the other needleart categories
on the way. The quilting site is one I visit often.

The Compulsive Quilter

I am looking for a fabric designed by Jay Yang. I have no idea where to begin to trace down this fabric. I have a sample of the fabric and need to find out who distributes his/her products. The fabric is a floral print of soft colors, terracotta, light blues, etc. that was designed to match a wallpaper. I am in the Chicago, Illinois, USA area. HELP!!!

I'm doing a round robin and the center block is the
Monkey Wrench what kind of border should I put around this? Your suggestions will be appreciated.
I have to send this on to the next person on the first of
March. I'm running out of time to decide what will look nice the colors are black and white and a light beige
hope to hear from you soon.

Help! Don't get me wrong I love to quilt but right now I'm doing regular sewing. I am making girl's dress sizes 2-6 and would really like to know if anyone out there has come across a sewing BB. I come here and really enjoy reading about Kay and the kids and find some really good quilting hints. If anyone has run into a sewing BB please let me know or post it here.
Thanks

You can also find a twist pattern in the "In The Beginning" book (part of the Quilt Shop series. Their pattern is called Garden Twist and is simple and beautiful! Good luck! Martha

If you're not able to find the pattern itself, take a look at "Linked Squares" in "America's Heritage Quilts" (Better Homes and Gardens book), p. 239. This is definitely an interlocking square, and maybe you could use it instead. Happy Quilting. JJ

We are planning a trip to Brazil and would like to know if there are any Quilt shops in San Paulo or Rio de Janero. Any suggestions would be greatly appreciated.
Thanks!

HELP!!!!!!!!
I have been saving my son's and daughter's t-shirts for years with the intent of completing a memory-type quilt for each of them "someday." I now have the time to work on these projects but have not found any complete instructions. I'm obviously new at this and not creative at all so I need details, not just tips. Can anyone suggest a good book to help me? I don't suppose there is one entitled "T-Shirt Quilts for Dummies", is there?! :>
Please respond to my e-mail address. Thanks in advance for any assistance anyone can provide me! SL

Hi,
I have written before that stained glass technique is usually use for wallhangings not full
sized quilts. Roberta Horton wrote a book,Stained Glass Quilting Technique, that is
easy to use. I have designed 5 Stained Glass Patterns. My web site is litenet.net/minabess if
you would like to see them.gmom@adelphia.net

Hi! I'm looking for a quilt book explaining the stained glass method of making blocks. Would love to hear your suggestions. Thanks and happy quilting, Stephenia

Although I have had one response to my request,
I'm STILL looking for a fabric made by Hoffman
about two years ago. It is called THE MICE WILL PLAY.
It has 2 inch very cute multi-colored mice on a blue
or a black background. I can use anything from a
fat quarter to several yards.

I posted a swatch on the missing fabric page:
http://www.knoxgroup.com/missingfabrics

Take a look!

Hi, I just finished a bargello jacket which I
machine quilted. I quilted straight lines through
the center of the pieces which made "v"s
meeting at the center back and I also quilted wavy lines that crossed the seams and I did zig zag lines that went from a corner to another corner. I used rayon thread so that it had a
shine to contrast to the cotton fabric. I think it
would be impossible to quilt each piece in
bargello. gmomAadelphia.net

I visited the Crazy Quilt site. That looks like a good summer project to me. What is THE SIMPLEST book there is. I need a very, very , very - simple - simple - simple book

Kay

I am looking for a design programme written for use with WindowsNT4.0 - I do not have access to earlier Windows versions.

I am afraid that I have heard "its written for Windows 95 so should work on NT4.0" before, and it is unfortunately not an answer when it comes to anything remotely interactive (like games).

sarastro

I would like to locate traditional Korean fabrics to use in doll clothes and possibly quilts. Thank you.

To Cathy in Texas:

There are a LOT of crazy quilt-ers (as opposed
to crazy quilters :^D ) online. I'd like to
recommend two sites to get started, and to get
in touch with other CQers. The first is my
favorite:

www.geocities.com/SoHo/Lofts/6531
(Crazy Quilt Central)

The home page is huge, with lots of photos of
projects and samples. If you just keep scrolling
down the page, near the bottom you'll get to some
wonderful links like an Online Stitch Dictionary.
There's also a Crazy Quilt List you can join and
talk with other CQers.

Another site is Vintage Vogue:

www.vintagevogue.com

You can get embroidery supplies and embellish-
ments from them. They have Crazy Quilt links
near the bottom of their page.

Good luck! Crazy quilting is really fun, and,
as in all areas of quilting, you meet the nicest
people....

The Compulsive Quilter

I am looking for a pattern called "Heavens Above". When posted earlier, someone was kind enough to tell me where I could purchase it used. But I have recently moved and lost that e-mail address. If you are still out there, can you send it again? Thanks.

A pattern for "Around the Twist" is in Trudie Hughes"book, TEMPLATE-FREE QUILTMAKING, published by That Patchwork Place. The copyright is 1986. If it is not still available, Trudie's business, Patched Works in Elm Grove, WI 53122 might be able to help you.

I am trying to decide which quilt design program
to buy. There are several to choose from - Quilt
Pro, Electric Quilt, PC Quilt, and more. If anyone
can give me some input as to what you like/dilike
about the one you use especially if you have had a
chance to use more then one and can compare them
I would greatly apprieciate it. Has anyone used
BlockBase - a computerized version of Barbara
Brackman's Encyclopedia of Pieced Quilt Patterns?
Can it be used to design a quilt or just blocks?

Thanks to anyone that can help me with this dilema.

Help! I have just completed my first Bargello quilt top and do not know how to quilt it. Any tips would be appreciated. It is wallhanging size, and I used the pattern from the TV show "Simply Quilts". Thanks very much!

On the cover of an old quilt magazine, I have found a quilt, pattern "around the twist". I've looked through all my quilt books and have found a "twist" block but it doesn't seem to be the same. This one has two interlocking squares. Any suggestions where I might find this pattern? The one on the magazine has a star in the center octagon, that I could make up, I'm sure. But the interlocking squares have me stumped. Thanks for the help!

An article on redwork appears in Traditional Quiltworks, Issue 32. It features quilts from the collection of Massachusetts quiltmaker Sanra Munsey as well as a source list for obtaining redwork patterns. There's also a redwork pattern of Sunbonnet Babies with embroidery instructions. If you don't have access to this back issue, it is available from the publihser at 800-628-8244. Several books are mentioned in the article and pattern merchants too. I recall that Sally Goodspeed has a catalog with a lot of the Kate Greenaway designs, but haven't got her address right here. It's in the article though. Making redwork blocks is so relaxing and portable! Have fun. Nancy

I am interested in any quilting history about Kate Greenaway and would like copies of any of her pattern for redwork, Thanks Pat

I am doing research on Penny Squares or red work. I have the book "Historical Penny Squares" by Willa Baranowski but can find little else on the subject. I would love any information, plus embroidery patterns of Kate Greenaway or Ruby McKim. Thanks Pat

I bought my photo transfer paper at Office Depot--at about half the price of mail order. If you're only wanting one or two pictures, have them copied at Office Depot or Kinkos--I believe they have the paper available for their customers.

I had my pictures scanned, and adjusted the background on each picture to be the same color, then printed them using my ink jet printer--the uniformity was perfect for for my quilt.

How ever you do it, it will look great!

Oh, just a hint. If your picture is larger than your iron, I suggest taking it to the cleaners or a T-shirt transfer place & use their large pressers for even transfer.

Good luck & happy sewing!
Donna,
Tuttle, OK

I have a 5 year old grandson that wants me to make him a Power Ranger Turbo quilt. Does anyone have any idea how I can accomplish this?

I am trying to locate any source for obtaining Aunt Grace's 1930's reproduction out of print cotton fabrics designed by Judie Rothermel and mfg. by Marcus Bros. The fabric is seen in the book Aunt Grace's scrapbag Fifth Anniversary by Judie Rothermel. Any source would be helpful. I will buy the fabric or swap fat quarters.

Please, let me know if anyone knows where I can buy trapunto yarn wholesale
I need it urgent for my bussines and my regular
supplier"Quilts& other conforts has run out of it"
I'm a quilting teacher and I have a quilting supply catalog in Spain
Thanks
Maria R

To: edwa@intrepid.net

Thank you for responding to my inquiry. I is always a blessing to find support in cyberspace.

Yours,
sharon

Visit Ami Simms web site. She has Photos to Fabric photo transfer paper for sale. You can use this product to transfer photos yourself. I have used this product and like it very much. The web site address is:http://quilt.com/amisimms You will also find her linked to the WWW quilting page.
Robin

My Valentine gift, news article and letter from Jennifer were waiting for me Saturday, when I got home from teaching a Feathered Heart by Hand quilting class. So cute! Thanks!
Mary in S.D.

Does anyone have any suggestions for the best method of transfering photos to fabric? I am making a wall quilt for my daughter's first grade classroom, and want one of the squares to be a picture of the children.

Does anyone have any suggestions for the best method of transfering photos to fabric? I am making a wall quilt for my daughter's first grade classroom, and want one of the squares to be a picture of the children.

i am trying to find the quilt patern my three ladies by kaye england. if any one knows where i can find this patern any help will be appreciated.

thanks
baileyre

While quilting last night, I was reminded of the discussion on the BB of fabric quality/quilt shops/chain fabric stores. Am hand quiting a Log Cabin that is a "created" scrap quilt (I bought all the "scraps"). There are many fabrics in this quilt, and with the exception of 1 or 2, they were bought in my local quilt shop. They are all 100% cotton. Because I am very frequently jumping to different fabrics to quilt this project, the variation in fabrics is very noticeable. There is a tremendous difference in the closeness of the weave, the quality of the designs that have been printed on some of the fabrics, and the ease of quilting. (I do have to say that there are a couple of Modas in this quilt, and they do quilt like butter! Worth the extra dollar/yard.) In the future I will remind myself that even though I purchase all my quilt fabrics at a quilt shop, I still need to pay close attention to the weave and overall quality of the fabric - not just how the color, etc. works with my quilt plan.

Thanks Shrlene for your help. I have located a copy of Quilts! Quilts! Quilts! at the library. I have tried to E-Mail you from AOL and from JUNO but my messages keep coming back as "User Unknown". Also received help from Ronda Hodge. If any other quilters out there come in contact with either of these two ladies, consider yourselves blessed. They are VERY NICE! Happy quilting everyone.

Mary Evans

Country Threads Quilt Shop in Garner Iowa no longer has a web site running. It became too much work to keep up as they are so busy with their expansion projects. They have built a new barn in back of the quilt shop which is a new gift shop. Also new books out and more new ones in the works. New fabrics etc. you name it they are doing it. If you are interested in what is going on at Country Threads you can subscribe to their newsletter, The Country Threads Chronicle. Subscription rates are $9 per year in US and $18 per year foreign. According to the latest issue of the Chronicle here are the rules for subscribing: They will only accept subscriptions for one year at a time. You can mail order a current copy for $5. You may start your subscription with any one of the 3 issues. Published at least 3 times a year. Winter, Summer & Fall. Everyone knows there is no Spring in Iowa!:-) You can pick up a free issue when shopping at their store. Send your name, addresss, city, state & zip, date and $9 for a 1 year subscription to: Country Threads, 2345 Palm Ave., Garner , Iowa 50438, Attn: Mary T. The cut-off dates for subscription to the Chronicle are on or about Aug 1, on or about Jan 1, on or about May 1, subscribe or renew BEFORE these dates to assure you will get the current upcoming issue. I have no affiliation with Country Threads, just a satisfied customer and reader of the Chronicle.
Robin

What a nice surprise! Thank you Kay and Emilie for allowing me to be part of your classroom project. Emilie, you did such a good job! I loved the article and your letter. Thank you so much. I'm looking forward to meeting both of you and working with your class next month. Hope you had a great Valentine's Day! Dianne from TN

Room for Peducah - Can't find a room. Anyone out there have space in their room that I could share costs.E mail me at jwklemm@flash.net

Our quilting friend Sharon suggested I put the date of the magazine out here. This is the quilt I want to make for my mom. The magazine is "QUILT' spring 1998.
Thanks in advance to anyone who can help me make it larger. I want to make it lap size. That way my mom can use it in bed or in a chair.

Happy Sunday to everyone !
Kay

Help! I'm trying to find a book I saw about 6 months ago featuring log cabin patterns where the pieces are positioned off-kilter to create an interesting log cabin block. The specific book I'm looking for has a pattern for a crib quilt done in pastels. I need the name of the book and the author. I think it's something like "Cabin Crazy". Thanks in advance!!

MaryBeth

Help! I'm trying to find a book I saw about 6 months ago featuring log cabin patterns where the pieces are positioned off-kilter to create an interesting log cabin block. The specific book I'm looking for has a pattern for a crib quilt done in pastels. I need the name of the book and the author. I think it's something like "Cabin Crazy". Thanks in advance!!

MaryBeth

What makes a GREAT Valentime's Day?
A loving Husband and a New Friend. I have already thanked my husband for a special day. Now I want to thank my new friend Cheree. Thank You so much for the grift. I am so glade to be a small part of your class quilt.I will be thinking of all of you on quilt day. Happy quilting to you and your class. Sara in Pa.

Anyone looking for a fun and inexpensive way to expand
their Fat Quarter or Charm square stash--check out
www.mcn.net/^skeldale. There you will find Missi has
great buys on these items. As a fairly new quilter
I find that I sometimes have a limited scope of what's out
there and gravitate towards the same stuff. This is a great
(and did I mention inexpensive way) to expand a fabric pallete.
And although I'm not ready to tackle this one--she's got great hand
dyes!! Not too mention it's a beautiful site to "surf"
Happy Quilting!!

What a nice Valentine's present--received article and little suprise today from Kimberly! Jeannine in Louisiana

I was wondering if anyone knows if it is possible to purchase large quantities of YLI silk ribbons direct from YLI? I think that there is a US rep. but I've had no luck finding them. I am also wondering if anyone knows of a catalog called "Things Japanese"? I'm looking for them too. Many thanks to anyone who can help.
Mslilee

I recieved a wonderful note and gift today! It has been a pleasure to take part in Kay's Class Project! I really enjoyed reading the article, gave me a wonderful warm feeling!! Thank you Kay, for being such a dedicated, hard working teacher!! Bonnie in NC

Was wondering if anyone has purchased the Carpenter Company low loft batting sold on the Wal-Mart Online shopping site? Feedback would be appreciated. The Wal-Mart site is at www.wal-mart.com if anyone wants to look at it. Thank you
Judy

I'm so glad that some of yu did receive your 'tiny' gifts today. Now remember, multiply that times 23 at one time and you can
see why I took Friady off !!!!!! :-)
TO KAY IN TEXAS - We love your sawtooth star. We don't consider any of the squares simple. Remember I am a novice quilter teaching novice children.
Your square will be up on the Internet. Everybody's square will get a chance to be a star.
One of my former student is coming to the school Tuesday afternoon and scan all of them for me. That way when I go to the board I can upload more.
Matt is my former student. He is a great kid. He is in the 8th grade. When he was in 5th he was diagonosed with Crone's Disease. We thought we were going to lose him.
But, with lots of prayers and good doctors we didn't. He likes to hang out with me because I enjoy teaching science. His activities at still limited, doesn't make it to school
everyday. So he comes and hangs out. Have another former student - a girl Ashley - who comes to help me clean. Boy do I need her now !!!

To Kathy - Yes I got your e-mail. I'm going to e-mail the Hawaii quilter when I finish this note.
Between finishing ya'll's goodies, being co-chair fo the fifth grade poetry contest(over with last Thursday), and getting ready for Elizabeth's party I could feel myself getting just the
least bit overwhelmed so - I let the e-mail go for a day or two. Now the poetry contest is over Mark won, Cheree came in second., Elizabeth's party is a thing of the past.
The science fair will be over this Thursday (yes I'm chair of that). then it is all focused on our quilt.

Love to all,

Kay

Hi all,
I agree with Dolores---this was a great Valentine's Day---I also received such a nice gift and a lovely note today from one of the students. That is a nice article---I was a newspaper reporter in one of my former lives---and special interest stories like that were always my favorite---both the interview and the writing. And people respond well to stories that make you feel good about life. Kay's project definitely has made me feel about life and about my fellow quilters!
I guess there are more than one block from NM, as I also contributed a block, but it isn't the one on the home page. Maybe Dolores' block is that lovely cat block---it was great---I'm a cat lover, too, and got myself a kitten for Christmas. (Notice how I cleverly put in a pet vote, however, I am also a dog lover, but our faithful companion, Abby, a Golden Retriever, died last summer. She was 14 1/2 years old.)
But back to quilting... my block was much simpler---it was a Sawtooth Star, which is my favorite block and it was done in a blue plaid---my favorite fabric. It was simple, but sent from the heart.
It is truly a shame that there are quilters who scam the rest of us honest people. I can't imagine living with myself if I knew I had stolen somebody's work who had sent it in all good faith. Pond scum---that's what they are!
Back to working on my niece's graduation quilt---what else, Sawtooth Stars.
Happy Valentine's Day to all,
Kay in La Luz, New Mexico

Kay, my server is down and you won't be able to reply by my e-mail. (I'm posting from the public library.) Just before it went down I had e-mailed you about finding a quilter in Hawaii for you. Did you get that message?

Kathy in South Central Washington

Boy! What a lovely Valentines Day is been. DH came through with Calvin Klein's "Obsession" I requeted, then the mail man brought my surprise from Emily. Thanks for teaching the kids to say thank Kay! Dolores in N. Mex.

1. Can anyone give me directions on how to do a crazy quilt? Something like "Crazy Quilting for Dumbies". I am a beginner. I have alot of odd shaped pieces and tried...didn't work. I even tried making separate blocks..6"...and that didn't work. Any help would be greatly appreciated!
2. Does anyone know of a quilting guild in Denton, Texas. Or anyone in Denton that quilts.
Thank you..Cathy in Texas

Does anyone have a new web
address for Country Threads?
Does anyone have any web address for the Star Quilt
Company/Linda Brannock?

I received snail mail from "my" student in today's mail (2/14/98). What a great Valentine treat! I'm looking forward to sending "G" email once the kids site/address is accessable. I plan on sending a snail mail communication to "G" as well. Email is great, but there's also something special about an envelope addressed "just" to the recipient. I felt very special today!

I have been busy cleaning and organizing my sewing room (will be a never ending probject) but anyway my question is does someone have the name and web site or address/phone number for a company that makes DIE CUT HEXAGONS. Thanks in advance Debbie

Hi, I'm a Belgian quilter and I look for a
patchwork pattern of the flower called DAHLIA.
Could somebody help me?
Thanks.
Pamela

For anyone interested in learning about what makes the difference between quilt shop fabrics and discount store fabrics I suggest reading the book From Fiber to Fabric by Harriet Hargrove (I think that's right-I've loaned my book to a friend so I don't have it at my finger tips to check the author's name). I received my copy as a Chirstmas gift from my son. It is a very thourough book and covers everything from the weave, dye, printing process to types of batting. In my opinion, a must have for any quilting library. This book says nothing about the middle of the fabric being better than the end--that's the first time I've ever heard that. Sometimes people will tell you anything. But, the book does explain how there are two different qualities of fabric printed with the same design and the lower quality is sold to discount fabric stores. However, keep in mind (and the author tells you this also) you can find lower quality fabric at quilt shops and also some very good quality at discount stores. If you are knowledgeable about fabric you can make a more educated selection.
Nancy

Again, I have to put in my 2¢ worth about the difference in the quality of fabric in "regular fabric stores" as opposed to "quilt shops". The information I got from the representatives that sell the fabric to the stores, is that manufacturers DO make more than one grade of fabric. The grege goods are different, the type of cotton grown for fabrics are different. I was told that WalMart contracts with manufacturers to print the same prints but will only pay a certain price for the wholesale yard goods. In order to keep the contract the manufacturer will print to cheaper grege goods and sell at cheaper wholesale prices. Hence WalMart can charge $1.99 for the same LOOKING fabric as a quilt shop will sell for $6.99 per yard. You can definately feel and see the difference. Manufacturers are supplying to the needs of every price range this way. They are making money which is the name of the game isn't it? There is a place for the cheaper fabrics, and that is in craft work. Also beginning quilters can use the cheaper fabrics to perfect their quilting techniques without a great financial burden. Once they have confidence in their technical ability, use the more expensive fabrics that will last longer for those heirloom quality quilts. The problem with this whole thing is that it undermines the ability of the quilt shop to sell quality goods at a price that will give them the same profit margin as any other retailer. They are being honest when they tell you there is a difference, they are not trying to dupe anyone out of their money. They pay much more wholesale for the fabric than WalMart sells it retail. There are many beautiful fabrics out there that are not on the high quality grege goods. If you want to make a quilt from them that is fine. I would advise not to mix the fabrics with the higher quality ones because they will age and wear according to their quality. There is nothing wrong with wanting to get the most for your money. The old addage, "Buyer Beware" must be observed. You can buy furniture at Dayton's at an inflated price too and not get the same quality you did 20 or 30 years ago. Manufacturers are turning out products as cheap as they can get away with and ultimately it is the consumer who will dictate the level of quality, you just stop buying inferior goods. Manufacturers pay close attention to the buying habits of the consumer. If they see that they can make it cheaper and cheaper and of less quality and the consumer still buys it, they will continue to manufacture inferior goods and reap huge profits. Robin

In response to the posting about dishonet traders and posting their names:

I asked my husband, who is a lawyer, about the recent posting.  His response was, "Truth is always a complete defense for charges of libel or slander."  So if the claim is true. . . the claim is true!!!! 

Although, I would suggest that the names of honest people be posted instead of the dishonest people.  It seems to be a more civilized approach and keeps a positive spirit among quilters. Susan

I'm real new at quilting and enjoying it
thoroughly. I'm just about finished with my first
quilt which is triangles in colors of blue,
burgundy, pink and yellow. I've quilted it all
using an off-white thread buthave read in one of
my books that you should use dark thread on dark
colors and light thread on light colors, etc. When
using a combination such as the one I used, would
have been better to use a darker thread, or do you
change the thread to match each color?

I'm so excited to find this page. I live in a
rather remote area of Alberta Canada and although
there is a quilting group around here, they seem
to focus more on machine quilting, which doesn't
interest me at this point.

Thanks for your help.

Chrystal

Has anyone mentioned using scotchguard or othe water repellant spray on the shower side of the curtain? I think that would really help keep the curtain from being soaked all the time. Even with a plastic liner the edges would probably keep getting wet. Just a thought.
Jane in it's only a flurry Ohio

First the update. After next Thursday, the Kids will have their own mail address. There will be one e-mail address for all of them. I will post it on Thursday. If you want to write them just put their name in the subject space. I'll have a student each day download and print.

Second - The article in The Western Star was awesome. Very large article. I'm going to call them Monday and see if I can have extra copies. I'm going to mention Holice's name. "-)

Third - In The Birmingham News article that ya'll are receiving there is a mistake. I had told Zelda, the reporter, that we had shared some prayer for each other, AND that we had talked about doing a quilt for cancer, etc. She combined the two. Of course remember this was teh
day before Holice called me - gues she knew I needed prayer !!! :-)

Fourth - Did I mention that Mr. Foster, the principal, paid the postage on our letters?

Now to the QUESTOIN
As you know, from an earlier posting my mom is ill. I want to make her a quilt. I have a copy of "Quilt" magazine. It has a copy of 4patch hearts. I love it. Plus it should be easy. think I understand the instructions. Then I realize that the instructins are for a baby quilt.
Now, I know if it was just blocks I could make more. But this is sewn on the diagonial (wish this had a spell checker). How do I make it larger? I'm going to start sewing hearts today and wait till ya'll tell me what to do, before I start joining.

HAPPY VALENTINE'S DAY !!!

Sue, I hope I am posting this to the right area on this web page. If not, please E-mail me and tell me how to do it right! I'm a relative beginner to the Internet. Anyway, I have a suspicious blue mark on a quilt I just finished. I used a Mark 'B Gone blue on one end and purple on the other marker to mark my quilting lines. I washed the quilt in Orvus and air dryed. About a week later, a suspicious blue spot appeared on the quilt, even though it wasn't exactly on one of the quilting lines. Another quilter friend of mine told me that if you don't get all these marking lines out, they can come back. Has anyone ever had this happen? Can you all recommend your favorite marking pen/pencil? I've only tried the Mark 'B Gone, but hear there may be better options. Thanks.

Please help me!!! Need info. Immediately (by 2/14)
What "love" significance can be attached to the pattern Irish chain. Also, is there any folklore about the first person who sleeps under a quilt will become a bride, groom, etc., when given one?
Also, what do colors of green and white signify. I would really, really appreciate some help. My daughter and I made a quilt for her boyfriend for Val. Day and would like to attach some "love" significance or nonsense to it. Thanks so much my fellow quilt ladies. - Kathy at alibooks@aol.com

#1 I received several e-mails regarding my question on fabric quality. EVERYONE said that yes,there is a difference! The quilt shop fabric, even if the same print as the local fabric store, is of a higher quality.

#2 Re using grommets on a shower curtain, or any other project. Very large grommets can be obtained from a Boating store. I don't think you can find the large size you would need at a regular fabric store. I made a beanie baby wall hanging/holder and used the grommets to hold it to the wall.----by the way if your home is drowning in beanie babies this is a great way to get them up and off the floor! I think it's a McCalls pattern.

Cheryl

I am interested in buying the Viking 540 sewing machine. There is only one local dealer here so I cannot compare their price with anyone else's. Can you tell me if $1200 is about the average price for this machine? Thanks.

I just want to thank Kay andher Kids for the "Happy" I received in the mail today. It's very special and I appreciate the personal touch. I'm glad that the quilt is coming along well and am looking forward to more updates and to seeing the final product!!

I love my border hoop!!! For me, it is the ONLY way to quilt those hard-to-keep-taut edges. My quilts look so much better since I got my border hoop. I vote "aye" for the border hoop!

I suggest trying to find it locally--mine was half the price of those in the catalogs. I keep hoping to find bargains in mail order--haven't found any yet, only convenience.

Donna,
Tuttle, OK

A friend told me about an encounter she had in a local shop one day when she was looking for a perfect border fabric for a lone star quilt. A Native American lady from out of town was in the shop and asked my friend if the lone star was for a baby. As the conversation went on, the Native American explained that it was good luck for a baby to have a lone star quilt. Has anyone heard anything about this??? I'd love to know. I'm expecting 2 grandbabies this year - both their mom's are part Mohawk and I think it would be neat to be able to surporse them with a tradition that they are unaware of. Please send replies to my email - zenger@slic.com - since I seldom have time to surf. Many thanks - Jo Ann

Lori, Your shower curtain idea sounds real cute. Personally, I wouldn't use any batting, just a backing--think of the teeny, tiny stitches you can get without batting! I think if you used batting, it would take too long to dry. Yes, you can get a machine to install your grommets--if not in the fabric shop, in a hobby shop, or leather shop (here in Oklahoma, I'd go to Hobby Lobby). Of course, you could just punch a hole and bind it with the button hole stitch (or make machined button holes)--I have a commercial shower curtain like that. How ever you do it, it is a great idea!

Donna
Tuttle, OK

As a past printer I can tell you that the quality does not get better in the middle and then fade out. During the printing process there are a lot of steps taken to achieve what the customer has asked for. It is more likely that the beginning that was not quite right was cut and thrown away. Sometimes I've noticed even at better fabric stores that the print is out of registration. Just look at the little color chart sometimes printed on the side and see if the colors are exactly in the ciricles. Maybe the difference is in the fabric itself as far as thread count etc...

I am looking for the Nov/Dec 94 issue of Quiltmaker magazine if anyone has it and wants to sell it. Thanks.

Letha Price

As penpal coordinator for my quilt group, I am searching for a
quilting penpal for one of our newer members. If anyone, anywhere,
is interested in corresponding (snail mail) with her, please email
me at the above address. She is most enthusiastic
and will, I believe, be a faithful correspondent.
We are located in KS, the heart of the U.S. Thanks so much!
Peggy

I'm not a lawyer, I'm a quilter. However, I suspect that posting someone's name here on the Bulletin Board and saying they are dishonest and then anouncing that a list is being compiled of other dishonest people could be the cause of legal action.
It may not be any different than taking an ad in the local paper saying a neighbor is dishones and can't be trusted. The neighbor would probably sue the next day.
I am not excusing the behavior, but rather saying to be cautious.

Please email me if you have any information on the
above...where can I obtain a list of her videos? Is there
an internet page. Cost of the videos.

Thanks...happy quilting.

HI! I'm still looking for the following contributers to the Star of Hope Breast Cancer quilt. If you see your name please e-mail me with your complete name and your city and state.
Klos, Susan M. Lates(?), Lisa McQueen, June Kuhns,
Burke, Charlotte Gambrel, Hershey Bar(?)
Thanks for the info. Carol

I am looking for some teapot applique or pieced patterns to use on a baby quilt. Do
you know of a book, or have any patterns you've done before?

Thanks!
Lori

Has anyone ever used a quilt for a shower curtain? I am wondering what kind of batting to use and
what I should do about haning it. Do they sell something at the fabric stores that will put the little
metal circles in the material to hold it up? I think they are called 'gromets' but am not sure - and am
not sure about the spelling!

Thanks!
Lori

I'm looking for the Florida state quilt block
pattern that was one of a series of state patterns
that first appeared in Workbasket magazine in 1935
and was repeated fifty years later (1984 - 1987).

Any help will be appreciated.

Thanks!

Joann W

I took a quilting class last summer and the owner of the quitlt shop said that the fabric that the manufacturer sells to the quilt shops is cut starting from the middle of a large bolt of fabric, supposedly because the quality in the middle is better, and the other shops like JoAnns get the beginning of the bolts. She said that the dye is not right until you get to the middle? This may be true or just a line to justify the higher prices. As far as different quality for the same design, I find it hard to believe that a manufacurer would go to the expense of creating two different qualities of the same design. I go to a quilt shop for most of my fabric because the selection is better and sometimes the quality is better but not always. You have to look carefully at what you buy.

Diana

Wow am I surprised by the number of e-mails I've received about bad trades since I posted my note on this page 1 week ago. Please, could everyone who contacted me please write again and include the name, city/state, and e-mail address (or whatever you can remeber) along with a 2 or 3 sentence description of how you were taken advantage of. Anyone who has been scr_wed are encourage to reply. I will compile a master list and repost to this list in about 30 days, then, anyone who wants it can e-mail me privately and I'll send it out. ps the person who ripped me off is Betsy Mazziotti, Westbury, NY
sandy in WI

Just a quick note. I took off today, because we are having my daughter's, Elizabeth, birthday party tonight. I have to clean this house. Of course Ihaven't gotten around to it yet :-)
Had notes for Hawaii and Ark. We are gettng close. Sooooo exciting.
I hope some of ya'll get your 'tiny' gifts by tomorrow. We tried to get them out in time for Valentine's Day, but if you saw my earlier posting - I forgot that 23 times tiny becomes a MONSTer. And remember I have two classes !!
But we all really enjoyed making them. The kids loved it, they were showing them off to everyone in the school.
Each child sent a letter along with the gift. A quote from one - "you are the kind of person I call a hero." Promise I didn't prompt that. I agree with Kevin. You are providing a wonderful experience for a classroom, a school, a
community.

I love you all If I don't get back on till Sunday - Happy Valentine's Day

Kay

Cheryl-I feel there is a difference in fabric quality. Twice in the past two years, representatives of VIP fabrics in Cranston, RI came to talk to my quilt guild. I asked them about this.
He told us that Wal-Mart and JoAnn Fabrics are their biggest clients and admitted that these companies use different starting muslins that are printed in the same designs and also exclusive
designs. He did not, of course, say that the fabrics are inferior to the more expensive ones, but it came across to all of us that this is the case.
I think you can find some good fabrics at these stores, but look carefully.

I show horses and have a horse that is very dear to me (now just hanging out) that won me over 200 ribbons and I would like to get them out of their boxes to display them. Once I saw a lady that had her ribbons made into a quilt and I would like the same done any suggestions or comments I live in the Kanasa City MO area and am not much of a sewer or have the time.

The most comprehensive book on french quilting is:
"Quilts Of Provence" by Kathryn Berenson, Publish is Henry Holt, Inc
The book is "pricey" at $50.00.
Listed in the cuent catalog m Quilting Books Unlimited
at 800-347-3261
Perhaps your local libraras it or can obtain it thru library loan.

I'm sure many of you have seen the same fabric in your favorite quilt shop as in the "regular" fabric stores (JoAnns, So Fro, etc). This past summer, during a quilt class I took with my mother, the instructor explained that even though the pattern may be the same, the fabric for the quilt store is of higher quality. In other words, the fabric companies, print the fabric and 2 different grades of fabric---one for the "regular" fabric stores and a higher quality for the quilt shops.

Does anyone know if this is true? I ran into a lady at the quilt shop last night who insisted this was false---she said her father worked at a fabric company.

I feel that our quilt shop does have a selection that can't be matched. They also have higher quality fabrics that you just can't find at the "regular" fabric stores. However, I have to wonder about the identical prints....

Anyone?

Cheryl

Does anyone have any good ideas on how to "paint" skys with Procion MX dyes without using a thickner. The ones I've done with thickner are too stiff. I want the color to bleed more.
Thanks,
Marlee

Last Tuesday we were sewing on the binding for our Christmas Raffle Quilt, and in came 4 women who had driven 25 miles to see the QUILT SHOW at Bunker Hill, Indiana. This is a very small town and community around us and we knew of no quilt show and we are the only quilting group around. It seems that Country Woman Mag. published this in their happenings calendar.

I told these ladies that there wasn't a quilt show but we could show them some quilts. We all had a good laugh and a good time.

I thought you all might get a chuckle over this, we are still chuckling. I did mail a request to the magazine to please give us a little notice next time they plan a quilt show for us.

I would like to get some information about French quilting. Can you send me any info about it,or direct me to where I could get some.Thanks.

I'm looking for information and design ideas on the Stained Glass Technique of quilting. Have only seen a few done but they are gorgeous! Would like to try making a bedspread (eventually). I'm pretty new at quilting so any simple ideas are welcome! Know any web sites on the subject? Thanks! Carolyn.

I am looking for the directions for a quilt I saw photographed in the Singer Reference Library book "Quilting by Machine". It's on page 29 and was made by Susan Stein. I believe she used the block called Swamp Angel, a variation of the Ohio Star. I am making quilts for my daughters and sons-in-law for Christmas and really like this one. Any help will be greatly appreciated.

I have quilt pro and would like to scan in a block
-applique/embroidery. I know you can scan in fabric but I have
yet to figure out how to scan in a block-applique/embroidery. If any
one has done this can you E-mail me.

Thank you so much,

KIM in Japan

I have used the towel pinned to the boarder method and I have used the boarder hoop. My hoop is now broken. I have found another solution. In the June 1996 issue of Quilter's Newsletter Magazine, there is instructions on how to make a "hoop cap". It is made of pre-quilted fabric cut the shape of half your hoop and a strip of fabric sewn to the edge to cover half the circle of the hoop, between the two halves. Then you pin the boarder to the half circle and quilt. It is better than a towel and less expensive than a half hoop.
Donna in New Jersey
dltquilt@juno.com

I am a new beginner quilter. I would like to find a pattern for a lap top blanket that folds up into a pillow so I can get started and make one for each of my 5 children for Christmas. I also would like to get a pattern for knitted dish clothes if anyone could help me on these 2 items I would be greatful. Thank you Betty Boop

Hi! I am requesting one last call for Joan Hinkley if she is out there in Cyberspace. I need to know if she is at all interested in this block exchange. She signed up for it, and never got back to me. Is she sick? Is she mad at me? Did her computer crash? I am really worried. Also, if there is anyone else interested in the exchange, please e-mail me asap. I am trying to fill spots for people who dropped out. thanks to all

I cast my vote for the adjustable border hoop! I recently finished handquilting my first quilt. At first, I basted muslin strips on the edge of the quilt to stitch the borders, but that was a lot of extra work (I wanted to spend my time handquilting, not basting!) Then I switched to a border hoop. The border hoop was a real time saver - just safety pin the quilt edge to the hoop's fabric strip. The good quality ones have wing nut adjustments at each end of the straight edge, in addition to the one at the center of the curved side - these help to "fine tune" the quilt tension. Also, the hoop's attached fabric strip should be made of a nice, sturdy twill fabric so it doesn't stretch out of shape. Hope this information helps!
(Note: Joanne, I was going to send this reply to you via email, but it wouldn't go through)
Quilt long and prosper!
Lyn

I am just about to embark on a three colour log cabin quilt as you go in 14" blocks using 1/2 seam allowance (to allow for fraying) made of raw silk, has anyone any tips before I start. It will be machine made.

For the person looking for tassels, you might try
the Vintage Vogue website, found at www.vintagevogue.com
They specialize in Victorian embellishments, especially
ribbons and charms. Even if they don't have tassels, I'd
be willing to bet that their links would put you in touch
with someone who does.

The site is a great place for supplies for crazy quilt
embellishments, too.

The Compulsive Quilter

My mother has asked me what a "star wall hanging" is. She is a quilter of "quilts", but doesn't know how "wall hangings" are defined. Are there special dimensions? Also, what's an example of a good "star pattern", and where can it be obtained?

Not being a quilter myself, I am turning to you for advice. Thanks.

Ann

Hi! I'm about ready to hand quilt borders and I've always basted a large towel onto my fabric, then put the hoop on. I saw an "adjustable border hoop" advertised and I was wondering if anyone has used one? If so, does it work well, or does the towel method (if you've tried it) work equally as well?

Thanks, Joanne

Hello,

My name is Jack van Leeuwen and I live in the Netherlands. On februar i19th I fly whit some friends to the U.S.A. First I go for one day to Wasington, to vissit the President ( if there is no war) and than I go with the train to New York city. I stay here for three day's and than we fly back to the Neterlands.
I wonder is there somebody who can tell me something about New York or Wasington. What I have to see to do or not to do. Where I can go in the evening A nice bar/saloon/cafe.
Please send me a Email
Greeting from the Netherlands
Jack

I am interested in having a senior group crochet 10x10 square patches to make a king size bed spread. I will compensate before product is finished. Please let me know if you are interested. Thank you Edie

These are the states that we need commintments from.
Arkansas Delaware Hawaii Rhode Island
Please, please if you are from one of these states please participate.

Quilters have contacted me from Kentucky Maryland North Dakota South Carolina
Somewhere between my two machines crashing I have lost address, please send them to me.

Also, for our new quilters did I mention to sign, date and write where from on the front.
We just received our Australian square and I had forgotten to tell her. I didn't tell Mylo from England
either and she may have mailed it today.
Today quilters from Germany and Guam signed on.

We will quilt -- "Quilt U.S.A. - Concord Style" on March 20th. Everyone of you will be in our thoughts.
The kids have been so excited this week while we finished up your tiny gifts. They were supposed to get to you before
Valentine's Day - but - oh well. Please check the earlier posting to see if yours was mailed today.
Please, Please, Please - if you have sent a square and do not see your name please e-mail me
so that I can double check. I have three check lists going, but remember 47 pairs of fifth
grade hands help each day. I do need addresses for the following quilters.

Carroll/Neb. Linda M./Mass. Rhonda/Missouri
Ruby R./W. VA Sharon/NH Susan/Michigan

Please please if you are listed above, we need your snail mail address.
Please, please, if you have sent a square send me your name and snail mail.
We need our Patty in Holland and our Canadian quilters.

My friend Ben, who has to be there for me to update the WEB page. His Granny (in her 90's)
died. He will not be there tomorrow. Just last week when we created the web page we talked about
his other grandmother quilting. If you want to email him his address is
BenM@jefcoed.com Without him I couldn't get our pictures on the net. Hopefully I can go down there next
Monday or Tuesday and update the Web site.

A note about the Birmingham News article (these are in your envelopes) I only caught one mistake in facts.
I told Zelda, the reporter, that we had shared prayer and that there had been talk about us doing a quilt for cancer, or
Habitat for Humanity. She says that ya'll are doing me a Prayer Quilt. I apologize for the mistake.
Some of you got the real article and some of you got copies. I just piled them up and the kids picked them up.
Remember if you receive your 'tiny' gift in the next week - please don't say what it is cause I want everyone to have a chance to be surprised.
Please remember two things (1) The kids did the sewing and they wrote the notes to you. I typed many of them but they stood over my shoulder
and watched. The most fun to them was pickng out the font !! You would have thought they were a doctor deciding when to operate.
Well, it's late here and I'm exhausted. Talk to ya'll soon.

Love to all,

Kay

I have been asked to teach candlewicking to my son's fifth grade class. Help! Is candlewicking
the same as French knots? I have heard there is
a difference but I don't know what it is.

Hi. I am looking for Joan Hinkley as she had promised to be in my block exchange and has blocked all my mail to her. I would like her to e-mail me. If not, I am looking for someone interested in my Seasons Block Exchange. I need someone who is a pieced block quilter and it will be for signed blocks. I need one person to fill her spot if she doesn't e-mail me. Thanks.

Can anyone give me wholesale supplier contact info. for tassles, made for bookmarks? Prefer non-yarn, such as silk, silk/polyester, etc. Sorry if this is not the right bulletin board to use -- absolutely stuck on this. Thanks, SB.

Looking for phone number or fax or publisher of the book (author) Cheryl Phillips. Wedgeworks 3-D quilting. Address c/o Phillips Fibre Art
Fruita. Co.
I have a 800 number by it doesn't work.
thank you

The CPC Quilters want to thank each quilter who sent us their special donated yo-yo's to our cause. We've received them from Portland, OR - Little Egg Harbor, NJ - Haysville, KS - Conroe, TX - Toledo, OH - and Cashmere, WA. We're totally thrilled and appreciate your kindness, your the talk of our quilting Bees. Our group STILL NEEDS MANY MORE yo-yo's to complete the quilt on schedule so we can donate it to a non -profit organization to raffle at their holiday boutique. Please keep on sending us 1 or 2 yo-yo's "more if you wish", (starting with a 5" cut circle - 100% cotton - in pastels - light to medium shades - prints - plaids - checks - etc. it's your choice. Plain white yo-yo's are also needed for boardering. And we'd really like to get at least one from another counrty so we can call this an international YO-YO quilt. Our local and county newspapers are already interested in telling our story - the Quilt made with donated yo-yo's from across the USA! Many thanx again and a Happy Valentine's Day! Send yo-yo's to: Development Office
CPC Behavorial Health Care
270 Hwy. 35
Red Bank, NJ 07701

Sandi & Quilters

Sorry, I just read my posting of names and realized I should have put commas between names. Therefore her is the list again. Thanks for your patience. Carol

Fran Ripson, Klos, Susan M. Lates, Lisa McQueen, Ploch,
J. James, June Kuhns, Burke, Charlotte Gambrel, Hershey Bar(?)

Please help me. If you made a block for the breast cancer quilt and your name appears below I need you to e-mail me your complete name and your city and state. Someof this information was inadvertently lost and I want to credit everyone who participated. Thank you in advance for sending me this info. Carol
Fran Ripson Klos Susan M Lates(?) Lisa McQueen
Ploch June Kuhns Burke Charlotte Gambrel
Hershey Bar(?)

If you submitted a block and your name doesn't appear above I have all necessary info.

The Western Star came out today - Full page all black and white !! I'll call tomorrow for permission to copy. Maybe they will let me post on the web site. I'll find out.

Fully stuffed envelopes were mailed today to ---
Julie/CA Dolores/NM Dianne/TN Erin/IL Amy/IL Ms. Sciple/NJ Lucy/MN Susan/Ark. Jeannie/LA Donna/KN
Bonnie/NC Susan/Utah Sue/PN Sarah/PN S/VA Jennifer/NJ Liadall/TX Kathy/Washington Michelle/NY
Terry/GA Marsha/MS Teri/Montana Donna/Idaho Kim/Nevado Susan/Colorado Teri/OK Pat/Arizona
Jeannie/Connecticut Jodi/Oregon Ms. Metz/Wyoming Karolina/NY Joanne/Florida Elizabeth/Oregon Kay/NM
Mary/SD Lynn/Illinois

Pam/Canada

We are finishing up the other tiny gifts. Plus I need some addresses. I'll post tonight whose address I need.
If I spelled your name wrong above I was reading off a list the kids wrote.

The envelopes include: copy of The Birmingham News article (thanks to Holice)
a letter from 'your' student'
your tiny gift

Love to all and talkk to you after church

Kay

Ricki Maietta provides how-to's and instructions for making a memorable quilt for special events like anniversaries in the current issue (#54) of Traditional Quiltworks. If you don't have a copy or can't find it on the newsstands, contact the publisher at 800-628-8244. Her article includes a pattern and it's called "The Party Quilt." Hope this helps. Have fun making that special project! Nancy

try looking for your white on white fabric by posting to (http://siam.knoxgroup.com/missingfabric/) Good luck

I am interested in finding patterns that use a 4" block. I was in a 4" swap for quite sometime and I have many, many blocks. I know of one that can be used with just piecing that I saw on a quilt show but I can't remember the name of it. Any help with this would really be appreciated. I don't mind unique or different either. Sharon

I would like to know where I can get Sashiko threads by mail order. Does anyone know? I also need to find Sashiko needles, size 5 or 7 betweens.

Thanks ..

Jeanne

A round of applause for WWQP for adding Kay's web page link to this page. It's wonderful to have this bulletin board who is truly conserned for their readers.

Trudie Hughes has a pattern for Chimneys and Cornerstones in her book "More Template-Free Quiltmaking" published by That Patchwork Place. It is a log cabin variation.

Barb in the North Georgia Mountains

I recently acquired a new home 8000. I have been doing some embroidery work with it. It has developed two problems. When using memory card. it uses the bobbin thread instead of the upper thread. What is the reason? Now when I took out the memory card I can't raise the feed dogs. Is there a trick to this or have I broken something?

I'm looking for 2 patterns. Their names are
"Chimney's" and "Corner & Stones" Would
appreciate any help.

In the March, 1998 issue of Quilters' Newsletter, there is a pattern
called "Best Friends" (shown on page 60). I would like to know where
I can find a copy of this pattern.

Please e-mail information to me at reddick@bc.sympatico.ca

Happy Quilting!!!!!

Sharon Reddick

The American Quilt Study Group (AQSG) is dedicated to the research of quilts and their makers. This international group holds an annual symposium, where research papers are presented to the membership, which is composed of quilt historians, museum curators, and all who are interested in perpetuating such studies. It maintains an unequaled library of quilt/textile/women's history publications.
The organization also funds scholarships and publishes "UNCOVERINGS," annual compendiums of the research monologues and "BLANKET STATEMENTS," a monthly mini-magazine included with membership in the group. Networking with members is incredible. Contact AQSG at:
American Quilt Study Group
660 Mission St, Suite 400
San Francisco, CA 94105-4007
TEL (415)495-0163 FAX (415)495-3516 www.aqsg@juno.com
Good Luck. BPHILLIPPI b-rye@mailexcite.com

I am trying to find the e-mail address for Foothills Fabric, a mail-order company. Thanks!

Somewhere along the line I picked up this list of quilt history sites from someone who signed her name Ginny. Hope it is useful.

http://quilting.mining.com/library/weekly/aa042797.htm
http://needlearts.dm.net/quiltbee/qbhisto.htm
http://quilt.com/collector
http://ares.redsword.com/dduperault/qsource.htm
www.cranstonvillage.com
www.hickoryhillquilts.com/heritage.htm
www.textileconservators.com
www.womenfolk.com
www.straw.com/quilting/index.html
www.garden.net/users/ektupper/historyy.html
www.poakalani.com/quilt/history.htm

Be sure to consider the social and often political statements found in the names of blocks.

Kathy in South Central Washington

I have a Tulip crochet hook size 4 and would like
to know where to get this brand or what it would
be equivalent to. Thanks!

I'm wondering how may people have been screwed on a trade. Not that you didn't get what you thought you would (sometimes our visions of what is described and what we think it will be are two different things) But, actually cheated, you send them your trade and you get nothing, no e-mails, no product, nothing. There should be a master "blacklist" for people to check before they trade. As you can guess, I was recently given the shaft and am angry, hurt and surprised as I thought all quilters were the salt of the earth. any feedback is appreciated.

I am desperately seeking Cowboy quilt Patterns and fabric. I have not been able to locate any.

I live in Canada and I would like to communicate with other quilters. Also does anyone have any Cowboy fabric?

I am looking for advice/ideas for making an anniversary quilt for my parents 50th Wedding Anniversary, which will be in the year 2,000.

I am not a quilter, however, do have sewing experience.

A while ago I THINK I remember a posting from someone looking for this type of fabric. I found three bolts of it at my local Wal-Marts' clearance table. One bolt is just french fries, and two of the bolts are french fry background with big ole hamburgers scattered on top. Would make a cute quilt for a teen-ager (or adult, like me!) addicted to McD's!

If anyone is interested, I would be willing to purchase it for you. I believe it was $1.50/yard. Just tell me how much and send me a check. I'm not looking for swapping fat quarters or anything; just trying to help out.

E-mail me soon...our guild is having a "whimsey" challange, and this fabric certainly fits the bill!

Kim in NV

I am going to Las Vegas next week and would like the address of a shop called "The Fabric Boutique" I was told it is a must see. If anyone has the address or some directions on how to get to it I would really appreciate it! Deb in Nebraska

I'm looking for directions for making these wonderful blocks. I know how to do it, but want to share written directions with some other people. I know it's easy to make, but explaining it is a different matter, and I'm no artist!

Does anyone know of a website with these instructions, or of a magazine or book that I can refer people to?

Thanks,
Betty in New Jersey

Will be visiting my daughter and her family in Dublin Ireland later this year. Does anyone have any knowledge of quilt shops, fabrics, etc. in the area. Thanks!

I have become interested in the Hinterburg frame QX-2000. Has anyone used this frame, how do you like it, and where could I find one at a good price? Thanks!

I am looking for a material that has footballs all over and the strips on the footballs are in color, and the footballs are standard color. If it had a backgroud color i dont remember it. It looks like some other material i have seen made by the company S Shamash & Sons. I would like to purchase about 10 yds. where could I purchase it?

Hi everyone!
I am a student doing research on the history of
quilting and its significance in the early history
of the united states. If anyone can supply me with
some research resources or web sites it would be
greatly appreciated.

your address doesn't work. Please update. Thanks,Mary

I would like to do a baby quilt using a teapot applique
pattern. Do any of you know of a good book that would include
them, or do you have any of your own? Are there
any websites that might help? Thanks. Lori.

Thanks B.B was able to go to Kays Kids school by pressing the address you have put at the start of the board,isn@t technology wonderful here l am in England[still in my dressing gown]and l get to here and see all thats going on in the world,blooming marvelous.
I'm off to Malaysia soon,does anyone know of any quilt shops over there and if so where,so that l can get a regular fix of material etc.
TIA Mylo.

I was wondering if those of you that use a serger
could let me know what you think of them. What do
you use it for and which one do you use. I'm trying
to decide if I NEED one. Thanks

Angie

Hi, I can't sew but I would like to make a simple - very simple and basic quilt out of the clothes that my family has worn. I would like to make it like a memory quilt but I have a little oproblem deciphering the quilting lingo. Can anyone help me do this important project with the least amount of steps and complications.

Should I just sew the pieces together and pray??? Help. anyone, thanks.

To Helen in Georgia about cat and bird blocks. Have you tried the 501 quilt block book? I believe there are a few blocks that would be great for your project. If you have trouble finding this book, contact me and I will give you more info.

Connie in Foggy Wisconsin

Sue, Sue, Sue How do I thank you? I'm as excited as the quilters about seeing their squares on the net. A link to 'our' page. I do not consider this my quilt, but rather 'our' quilt.

I love you all.

Kay

We have received Missouri and West Va. !!!
Also, today we received a block from Australia. Boy did the eyes light up. These were the grownups I showed it to. The kids will see it tomorrow.
I didn't show it today, because we are still working on the little(remember tiny) items we are mailing to ya'll. The first 10 - 15 go in the mail tomorrow, along with the
newspaper articles. You know, whe I said tiny I forgot that with 23 kids working on them at the same time I would end up with a MONSTER!!!! When we have them all mailed, by Wednesday, then allow till Monday for you to get them, boy do I have several stories to tell :-)
Let's just say if I wasn't of medication I would be after the last 3 days. Just kidding. I love all the darlings. (Do you hear my teeth gritting?)

Enough about us - I'm interested in the Koolaide quilt. Please post the information here.

Mylo in England is going to send us a square.
Tomorrow I will repost the states we need.

Question - Is our JoAnn Erickson the same JoAnn Erickson that won the Hoffman Challenge last year?

Love to all, going to bed to dream of needles, thread and cloth.
:-)
Kay

Hi quilters!
I'm glad to find this place again. I had problems and lost all my bookmarks. I need everyones help. I have joined two block swaps and I need to find books, patterns, internet sites, etc where I can find patterns for BIRDS and/or CATS. I can use any size 6 1/2" & larger. Also they can be retangle or square. I would like to do something unusual. Thanks in advance for your help and Once again I'm glad I found you all again.

Happy Stitching from Georgia
Helen

I know this has been mentioned before but there is a wonderful
site called Tidbits and Trinkets with a fantastic collection of poems.
The address is: http://www.az.com/~karenm/tnt.htm

I am in the process of making a memory quilt for my parents 50th anniversary. In my design I have included three triangle in which each of us can write a note, memory or some type of verse to wish our parents well. Being the only sewer/quilter in the family, I would like to incorporate quilting, stitching, sewing into my "words of wisdom". If anyone has any type of saying etc that has stuck with them or knows of a source for such a thing, please let me know!!
kim

I have just discovered mini-quilting and love it so much, i wonder i anyone else makes them. The one I just finished as a 16 patch with each square two inches with 21 pieces in each square. I attach them to foam core and glass and rame them.. the are really beautiful and friends and family love them for gifts. I am very new to quilting and could ue some advice n color dselection or such small pieces.
thanks to anyone who can help..
Jean Punt

I haven't been able to log on to Kay's page. I've checked and rechecked to address to no avail. I get an error message indicating the site can't be found. Any suggestions?

The pattern you are looking for is in the "Quilt It for Christmas" magazine that Quilter's Newsletter Magazine published this year. It is very pretty - and yes, the bow is incorporated into the Log Cabin blocks. You can reach QNM at 800-881-6624 (Quilts and Other Comforts catalog).

I am looking for a fabric warehouse in PA. The person who operates the store is known as Mr. Levine. I have very little info only that you can purchase bags of fabric including polar fleece. Any help will be greatly appreciated. Thanks in advance.

I am trying to locate a wreath wall hanging
quilt made with the log cabin pattern.
I have a pattern from Eleanor Burns that
after the log cabin wreath is completed
you make a bow and attach to the quilt.
The one I am searching for has the bow as
part of the log cabin quilt.

Thanks

I am looking for a white on white fabric. It is a Spiegel Antique with a starburst design. I need more and can't find it anywhere. It may be discontinued. I need at least 3 yards . Please let me know if you know where I can get my hands on it. Thanks

I just saw an article on The Kool Aid Quilt Project in the Spring 1990 American Quilter magazine. I would love to do this with my daughter's 3rd grade class. At the end of the article, it says the author, Jennifer Amor, is working on a book of instructions. Has anyone seen/got this? If not, any ideas on how to contact the lady herself? She's not listed on the Internet White Pages. Has anyone out there made one? Any help appreciated. Thanks,Linda Murphy.

Has anyone used a Tiny Tailor by Singer or Magic Mender by White for quilt class? I would be using it only for piecing not the actual quilting. Any comments?

Sorry, I know maple syrup has nothing to do with
quilting (or does it?), but I thought I'd ask anyway.
Does anyone have any yummy recipes for cakes/cheesecakes etc
using maple syrup? I went through the kitchen cupboards
on the weekend and found a couple of tins of the stuff.

Please email me privately if you want to share so this
topic doesn't annoy some people on the BB.

TIA

Anne in very, very hot Perth, Australia

Oops !! Need to correct what I said. The Stencil Company is owned by Holice's daughter. He helps her out by designing, goes to quilt shows etc. I didn't mean to take away from her.

I'm fairly new to quilting and want to try a watercolor quilt. I have 2 wonderful books and know just what I want to start on. Here's my problem: Getting enough fabric. I've purchased several 1/8 yards, but I'm finding that I've spent a lot of $$ so far and don't have nearly enough fabric. I'm also finding that I'm coming home and realizing that I've got some major color/pattern gaps in my collection.

I don't have any friends that quilt that I could swap fabric with.

The quilt shop does sell prepackaged 2" watercolor squares. I'm concerned to try it because they aren't prewashed; the fabric so far tht I've used is prewashed. Can I combine them??? It's for a wall hanging.

Any and all suggestions are welcome! Thanks!

If you haven't checked the site at Kathkwilts.com you might want to. There are several new swaps including a block robin that I've posted. The first group filled up in just a few days.

Can someone tell me why my finished blocks are not all the same size? For example, am sewing log cabin blocks. Finished size of blocks should be 5 1/4" but always a couple that are off - sometimes by almost 1/2 inch. I have checked to be sure the fabric strips are the same width, that I am sewing an exact 1/4" seam and I handle the fabric as little as possible to avoid stretching. What is the problem and how do I fix it?

Kay you are some lady.Unfortunately l have yet to get onto the concord site,l keep being refused access,so l am having to keep up to date with what everyone is saying about the quilt,its like when l was a child waiting for the next instalment to come on the radio,whens the book coming out?
Many good wishes,Mylo in England.

I'm in the process of hand quilting a wall hanging. I have used a lot of flannel fabrics and Dream Cotton batting. When I finish off the thread I make a knot, but when I go to pop it through the fabric it doesn't pop. I check to see if the thread has been securely locked into the batting and it comes right back through. I then make another knot in the exact same spot and at times it still won't lock in. I'm wondering if it is the flannel or the cotton batting causing me difficulty in finishing off the knot. This is my first experience working with flannel and also my first time I've worked with 100% cotton batting. Has anyone out there had the same problem? If so, what is your solution?

Thanks, Joanne L.

I am doing a "block a month" (15 inch approx.) for my front door and would appreciate any ideas for March. The only shamrock I can find is not very interesting. I enjoy applique and paper piecing. Also, any ideas for April & May would be great.

Margaret Rolfe has a new book out called A Quilter's Ark (That Patchwork Place). It's full of adorable animal blocks (50+) to foundation piece. Included are a baby chick and a rooster. Happy piecing. Nancy

Kathy from AL, I agree with you 100% concerning your feelings about seeing your block on the Concord School Website. I too was elated, was without electricity for 2 days and unable to read latest messages and when I did finally get to the BB, I saw the message and went to the sight-http://205.241.219.24/schools/concord/index.html
-it was close to midnight and I had to get my husband to the computer to see the sight....he was half asleep, and asked if he was dreaming the next morning! I can't hardly wait to see all the rest of the 43 blocks from the U.S. and the 4 international blocks...to be a part of this activity has just been so exciting....and keeping up with it all on the BB has just made us all a part of Kay's class and family....
I want to let everyone know that the "stuffing" that can be seen in the iris block was meant to be there only during shipping, so it wouldn't get crushed, but in making the pictures when the blocks arrived, someone forget to remove the stuffing material....too bad you can't see the rest of the iris background....but the students may have left it in so it would retain its shape until placed in the quilt.....it's fine with me, just as long as the rest of the quilting world knows that the stuffing is not really a part of the block and one day will come out.....hopefully I'll be able to join in with part of their quilting....too big of an adventure and too close to miss all the fun.....Thanks Kay, and the BB for letting me be a part of this project....Dianne

The Concord web site is
http://205.241.219.24/schools/concord/index.html

First, let me say that I am not playing favorites with the quilt squares.
I am just learning how to use the scanner and some of the pictures are coming out
larger !!!!

Also, on the beautiful Tennessee iris. The cotton which is in the picture will not be in the square when
it is quilted. It is there to show the 3-D effect.
My Granny grew purple iris. You know how our Tennessee quilter got the wonderful faded look - she used teh back of the fabric !!
The kids and I stayed amazed at that for a couple of days. (Remember I'm I novice quilter.)

I've e-mailed back and forth with our Alabama quilter, Kathy E., she can't come out the day we quilt (she works), but I suggested we put the top together on a Monday or Tuesday when she can be there.
Believe you me, extra hands are wonderful.
Right now the kids are working on a small (remember - tiny) gift for all of you (mailing them Monday and Tuesday). Having 23/24 of them all with needels at one time !! Boy, have I rested this weekend.

Kay

For all of the cat lovers, me included, I found some cute
cat stencils. Go to www.quiltingstencils.com I'm sending off for the catalog tomorrow.
This is Holice's company!!! Gotta have those cat stencils to add to my stash of
cat fabric. Won't that quilt be wonderful when I get to it :-)

Kay

I am looking for pattern help for making up a backgammon board or a parchesi board in full bed size. Any pattern sources would be appreciated.

I was also thinking about making a twin-sized quilt with a hopscotch on it, one way to really encourage "jumping on the bed". This would be pretty easy to layout, but a little TOO simple for an entire quilt design. I'm looking for other fun ideas for corner blocks and borders. Are there any quilt blocks called "Hopscotch" or "Jumprope"?
What does everyone out there call the last section of a hopscotch? In the Midwest it was called "Blue Sky" or "Sky Blue", complete with fluffy chalk clouds drawn on the sidewalk. I think this is going to be one of the most fun sections of the quilt to make. Are there other traditional names for this area of the game? I'd love to hear what you called it when you used to (or still do) hopscotch!
I've found a mail-order source to buy the old-fashioned brightly-colored heavy rubber disks called "hoppy taws" (kinda like a hockey puck) which were used to pitch onto the hopscotch squares. When I would hopscotch outdoors as a kid, we always just used a little rock found nearby, but a taw would be nicer for indoor use. I'm going to make a little pocket on the side on the quilt to hold the taw and give them together as a gift. I look forward to hearing your hopscotch ideas and stories!

I am looking for information on Seminole piecing. Specifically, I'm looking for the traditional names for the different patterns. I've seen a few books that name the "Happy Family" pattern or the "Lightning" pattern, but most books just identify them "Pattern #3" or "Pattern #19" or whatever. Can you recommend a site or a book as a source for these Seminole Quilt pattern names?

I somehow missed the address of Kay's website with the picture of her kid's quilt. Can someone please enlighten me?

Thankyou for everyone who helped me with my quilting emergency on "Snoozing with Snakes". thanks!

Amy in Oklahoma

Hi everyone,
I haven't been able to read the bulletin board for a few days. Imagine my surprise yesterday afternoon when I saw the web site posted for Kay's project. Of course I went to check it out, and to my surprise, there was my quilt block I had made for the project! It made my day! I made a couple of copies to send my mother and grandmother. Way to go Kay!!! Can't wait to see more of them. Tennesee's block was really nice. I like the 3D look. I might try something like that one day. The cats are cute on the other block shown. I can't imagine doing four cats on a small 6" square. But then again, I am an amateur at quilting. What fun to be a part of a project like this one!

Have a great day,

Kathy :-)
From Alabama

A book United States Patchwork by Bannister (4.95)
can e obtained from
Quilting Books Unlimited
1911 W. Wilson St
Batavia., IL 60510

Phone for orders is: 800-347-3261

I am interested in people's opinions (pro and con) regarding the quilt basting guns that have been on the market for a while (these guns use the plastic tacks). I am considering getting one of these things, along with the tack remover and wanted to know what people thought about them. Up til now, I have been doing safety pin basting, but that kills my back because it takes so long and I have to crawl around on the floor doing it. It seems like the gun would be much faster. Please respond to my e-mail address (beware-there are two m's in the address-lots of people only use one and the message never gets to me!)
When you write, please include the brand name you have tried.
Thanks for your input!

Kelley in Sugar Land

I am looking for plans for a one person standing quilt frame. Made to handle wall hangings and possibly minuture qults. I am very new to qulting and the internet. I find the hoop I bought difficult to hold on my lap.

Don't know what my problem was, but I am now getting the entire page of BOM. Jan and Feb are there----THANK YOU WWQP!! I LOVE BOM!

Hooray! So glad to have the new BOM's. We all appreciate your providing these blocks. The very detailed diagrams and instructions are excellent.

I was pleased to read here that the January and Fedruary blocks had been posted to the Block of the Month page. However, I can only page down to June of 1997. Does anyone know what my problem might be?
Thanks
Linda

Does anyone know where I can get the patterns which represent each of our 50 states?

I am compouter illiterate, but I love to write letters, so my husband is posting this for me.
My name is Jean, I have been quilting for many years now. I am a retired nurse, a dedicated Jane Austin fan, a needle pointer as well as a quilter.

I do all my work by hand and I am especially interested in miniature quilts.

I have participated in block exchages from time to time. Not all of them turned out well but most of them did.

If anyone wants to write to me by the old fashoned method I would be pleased. If I get swamped please enclose your email address as Brian (DH) will drop you a quick note.

Jean Lemin
11/28 Deaves Rd
Cooranbong
New South Wales 2265
Australia

Regards

Jean

The book: Delectable Mountains/New View by Nancy Daniel is listed in the current catalog from Quilting Books Unlimited, 1911 W. Wilson St., Batavia, IL 60510, Phone for Orders is: 800-347-3261
Price is $8.50 plus 4.00 shipping

Rebecca: My "off the top of the head" answer is - you mark it with a pencil. Then I chuckled to myself at my funny comment for the day, and realized that you probably want a more difinitive answer. However, you need to give a few more details about the top you plan to mark before useful answers can be given. For instance, are you creating your own design and are marking from a paper pattern. Are you marking from a commercial pattern or are you marking a whole cloth using quilting stencils. What size quilt are you making. Is it a bed quilt or something smaller. Do you plan to wash the quilt after it has been quilted. How large a table or other surface do you have on which to mark. Will you quilt it on a large frame or in a hoop - hand or machine.
All these factors are significant in recommending the best way to mark a whole cloth quilt.

Holce Turnbow

I am looking for a book or pattern by Nancy Brenan on Delectable Mountains. Does anyone know where I can find one?
Thanks.

Does anyone know how to mark a quilting pattern on a whole quilt top?
Rebecca

I am wondering if anyone knows exactly what a
comforter really is? I know what I think it is but I need to know if I am right.
Please let me know if you have any idea.
thanks Boof

Thank you for getting January's 12", 6", and February's 6" block posted. We really appreciate you doing them. Hope all is well with you.

I have been having provider problems, so to any one I owe an e-mail to, please be patient. I am only able to be on for short periods, before it dumps me. I haven't been receiving any e-mails either. Carol

A source you can contact is:

iedra McElroy at
Roxanne International, 85 Tuscany Way, Danville, CA 94506
Phone is 510/648-1625

email - 103210.3054@compuserve.com

She specializes in Tahitian applique

I assume it is the same as Polynesian or at least near by.

Hi all,
I love this Bulletin board and all of the great information that is shared.
To Kay and her Kids - GOOD WORK. You are doing a great job.

Now, to my question :
Does any one happen to know where i could get some quilting books written in German ??
I have gotten my sister interrested in quilting, but she lives in Germany and does NOT speak any english. I did find a site once that has some, but did not bookmark and don't seem to be able to find it again.

Any help would be appreciated, and thank you in advance, chris

I found a definition for spoon basting quilts in
one of my magazines, I imagine spoon quilting would
be done the same way.
Spoon Basting: catching the point of the needle with
a spoon when basting. The needle is held in one
hand while basting, the spoon is held in the other.
(Both hands are above the quilt). Catching the
needle with the spoon prevents the needle point
from snagging the quilt top.

Greetings!
My name is Sharon and I am doing research on Polynesian
quilts for a graduate art history class. I would love to
have insight from a source with a pulse.

Thank you
Sharon

I just read a term called spoon quilting. I have never heard of it. Can someone post an answer on the BB so others can read it, too. Thanks.
Susan

Looking for used copy in good condition of:
Barbara Brackman's, "Clues in the Calico." Please e-mail me with your asking price. Thanks you.
Barb

Hey Kay!!! Just checked out your site....looks great!!! Am checking the BB daily for updates. I have many times seen the saying: "ONE HUNDRED YEARS FROM NOW IT WILL NOT MATTER WHAT KIND OF CAR I DROVE OR WHAT KIND OF HOUSE I LIVED IN. WHAT MATTERS IS THAT I WAS IMPORTANT IN THE LIFE OF A CHILD." I hope that your class AND THEIR FAMILIES realize how very lucky they are to have you.

Hugs from Jeanne in Connecticut where the ice is melting in the winter sun

I am looking for the patterns for board game wall hangings. I understand that there are several including checkers and Parchesi.

I have been unable to locate them in our quilt shops. If anyone knows the name of the pattern book or author/publisher I really would appreciate the info.

Thank you in advance.

Peg Q.

I am looking for 2+ yards of a turquoise french provincial cotton print..Hamil Textiles pattern 25809. Halfway through a Drundards path and need more. I have little access to fabric except for the proverbial "stash" Even the name and # of stores that I might call.
Thanks...ann

I've started on a quilt for my mother with the theme"chickens". I like foundation piecing and found one block called the "big chicken". If anyone has any other patterns or places where I can get ideas I would love any input. Happy sewing.

Molly

I am looking for the book "Fun With Fat Quarters" which
was published by That Patchwork Place, but is
currently out of print. I'd be willing to purchase
this book if you are selling for a reasonable price.
Thanks.

Hi,
I live in Kwigillingok, AK. I am new to quilting and am not very happy with the results of the actual quilting. I like the piecing, but... I've heard that I could actually pay someone to do that part for me. Is this true? If so, does anyone know of one of these that I could trust/rely on? Thanks!

Lara Guthrie

Old friend, AQSG member, looking for Barbara
Brackman's e-mail address. Any clues?
Barbara Phillippi

Does any one know of an applique workshop given by Nancy Pearson this year (east of Mississippi) that still has openings? when and where? and how to register?

Just found a great web site with all types of southwestern patterns. Its the Barbara Hartman web page http://ttsw.com/FlowerMound/FlowerMound.html

I am looking for a pattern or a book with a pattern for a tote bag
that uses a quilt block in the design on the side. Any ideas would be appreciated.
Thanks Laurie

HELP! I am working on a pattern called "Snoozin with Snakes" and something is not right. It involves making very long strips of trianges to alternate colors. These are then connected with other long strips in alternating colors to make the snakes look like the are zig zagging. The sides of the snakes look okay.....that is untill i try to piece the snakes together. then the corners of the trianges get sewn in the seams .. this is very difficut to explain .. Can anyone out there help me with this quilting emergency?
Amy in Oklahoma

Today Nez Calhoun, our PR person for the school district, called me. I had to fax a copy of our article to Mr. Paul Harvey. I have no idea if they are going to use it. I asked on my cover letter to please let us know if he is going to talk about us so that we can listen. If I hear anything I will let you know. It has been a long week. Tomorrow morning I'm going to the school and do some work and then I have a funeral to attend. I'm coming home in the afternoon - setting up my sewing machine - and am going to piece to my heart's content. I need to feel the fabric :) Bet ya'll can understand. It will be a wonderful afternoon. I'll be thinking of all of you this weekend. I'm going to try to stay off the computer until Sunday, okay late Saturday.
Love to all,

Kay

P.S. I took the machine to school today so that the kids could type messages. Could not get on the phone line all day !!!!!AHHHHHHHHH

My mom is president of our local quilting guild & is very interested in finding other guilds who would be interested in visiting our quilt shows, programs, etc. We live in Cullman, AL & I would love to receive e-mail from other quilters regarding the sharing of quilter's guild information! Thanks! Please send your responses to my posted e-mail address. Angela S.

A big thanks to all of you who gave me advice on using glue on my freezer paper applique. What a great bunch of people you meet on the bulletin board thanks again Deb

After a recent trip to Australia, I am trying to locate a copy of the book QUILT A KOALA by Margaret Rolfe. It is currently out of print and I would like to make a wallhanging for my husband's office with Australian prints as a memory of our trip. I would be happy to trade, purchase, or pay for copies as it is out of print. Thanks for your help.

To the person looking for the frogs for a quilt,
here is the address for a pattern on the net that
you can print out and use. Hope this helps!
http://www.nmia.com/~mgdesign/qor/frog.htm

Angie

Where can I find a place to buy fabric in
Bridgetown, Barbados,Pointe_A_Pitre, Guadeloupe
and St. Thomas, VI.? Yep, I'm going on my first
cruise, cruisin' for fabric, so to speak! Tracy

Kathy Fawcett and/or Carol Shoal of Marbling Fabrics
For Quilts, Help! I need you! Colors keep washing out.
Tracy fisher11@llnl.gov

Help! There are 2 baby girls due in our family in a few months and my sister needs a drawing of the little girl with a bonnet! Can anyone send one for me to print? Thanks wendy

I am looking for older issues of Threads magazine by Taunton Press. If you have any to sell, or know of a source, please e-mail me. All help is appreciated. Deb

Hi All

I need some help. I have composed a poem for my Mom's eightieth birthday, to go along with her quilt I am making for her and something is missing. I have a wee contest going on at my site.

http://www.mcn.net/~skeldale

I am offering 10- 6 inch charms 100% cotton to any persons that submit the winning missing lines to my poem. Or for that matter any help any where in the poem. A poet I am NOT.

Come on over and give me a hand will you

Thanks Missi

http://www.mcn.net/~skeldale

I answered a post on the BB requesting info about a Sevens Sisters quilt. I had made one for a friend's baby several years ago and vaguely remembered that it had come from the Quilter's Newsletter Magazine. I called to see if they had a tracking system for patterns published. The woman in charge, Madeline, was at lunch so they gave me her voice mail so I could leave a message. About an hour later, Madeline called me back (long distance) and had the number of the issue, 244, Jul/Aug 1992, with the pattern in it. Congrats to the magazine for encouraging the enjoyment of quilting and responding to the requests of subscribers.

Kay, your web page looks great. I can't wait to see some more of the wonderful blocks you've received. Keep up the good work.
Cher/Canada

Very nice page! I enjoyed the photos (can't wait to see my little ole block on the big ole 'Net!). You're doing good, girl! Keep it up!

Kim in NV

I know I read it somewhere on these pages that someone was looking for a foundation paper pieced frog. In my stash of names from quilt shows I found two possible places you could try. Paper Pieces Dept ME PO Box 2931 Redmond Wa 98073-2931, 1-800-337-1537 and the other is called Granny Nannies and is located in Williamsburg, VA (Sorry don't have exact address or phone number) Hope they will have your pattern. Anne

Great Website! I thought that the job was well done. It is quite difficult to make a website and I think that you did a great job. A special thanks to all your assistants who help: Horice and Ben. If I have the names wrong, sorry. your friend.gail

Hello, this is Kay with her friend and fellow quilter Pam.
She has told me that there is something you can put on the bottom of a
regular steam/dry iron to cover the vents. She is looking for a catalog even as we speak. We will post when we find.

Love to all,

Kay

Here's a possible source of information on hanging old doll quilts. Issue 31 of Miniature Quilts has an article with photos on display ideas for minis. There are also instructions for using hook & loop tape to secure mini quilts to a wall. This may help you avoid stress on the backing fabric of the old doll quilt. If you or a quilting friend don't have a copy, back issues are available from the publisher (800-628-8244) Nancy

kay,

the page looks great!!!! thank you so much for letting us all have so much fun and share in the lives of so many new friends!!!!! say a special hi! to nate for me, please! how's your mom doing? hugs, thoughts and prayers for you all. it's really hard to be an adult-child, isn't it?

pat in sunny, warm, blue sky, phoenix

First, let me apologize for any misspelled words on the web page. The program doesn't have a spell check !!! I promise to be more careful next Thursday (I'm going to take Teresa with me to the Board so that she can help me). I did the web page. It was my first time !!!! Very exciting to learn something. Tonight at skate night I was running around telling all the parents the web address. I told Ben, my friend, who helped me that I might just stare at the page all night. The page will be updated next Thursday. That is when I can go work with Ben again. After about two more lessons I should be able to do the updates at school and home and Ben can load them. Tomorrow I'm going to send home notes to get permission to post the kids' pictures.
Thanks to Holice the Birmingham News called me today granting me permission to copy the article. So, tomorrow the kids will be busy addressing envelopes. I'm ging to pick envelopes out without looking at the names, cause there are not enough color copies to go around. They will probably not get in the mail till Monday. Actually, I know they won't, because the kids are working on a small (tiny) thank you for each participating quilter. I want to put them in the same envelopes. So please just be patient. You should receive your letters about next Thursday. Please, please when you receive your tiny item don't post it, because everyone is getting the same thing.
The reporter from the Western Star was delightful today. The article will run next Wednesday. Since they are a smaller paper, I'm hoping they will let me post it on the web. Stay tuned for more info.
I think tomorrow I'll call around to a coupld of the larger business in this area and see if they will mail our envelopes.
If you did not participate in the quilt, but would like a copy of the article send me an e-mail. Be patient and we will get one out to you.

Item 2 - One of the kids shamed me today. He said, Ms. Johnson you're getting to do all the fun stuff. Type of the internet, talk to the quilters. So, tomorrow I'm going to let a couple post here what they think about the quilt. I don't want to take over the board. But they will be talking about quilting. I'll post 2 - 3 a day till they are all on.

Item 3 - Sue who supports this board had offered us a web site. Sue, please send me anouther e-mail. YOur address was eaten up be the moster who lives in my school machine. We can post pictures on our Concord page, but I was wondering if you could make a link from the WW Quilting Page?

It's late, I'm tired. See you all later.

Kay

For those wondering Skate Night is a night sponsored by the local skating rink. On your school's skate night you receive 40% of the draw. Tonight we made $126.00. I get to keep half of that for my phone account (the one in my classroom). All I do is sit up there and talk to parents for 2 hours. How much easier can you make money. :)

http://205.241.219.24/schools/concord/index.html

It is a wonderful website!!!

We are so proud of you Kay!!!

Hang in there girlfriend!!! You're on the home stretch now!!!

Rhonda in Virginia

Saw the Show "Sew Many Quilts" show number 210 on KPBS San Diego. Trying to locate the Web Site for "Sew Many Quilts>"

I hope everyone visits the Concord School Page with the wonderful write-up about Kay's class project quilt!! It is really great...and I thoroughly enjoyed the photos!!I'll be sure and check in often for the updates. I also look forward to reading the newspaper article, and let us know about any plans for network television!! Bonnie

The story of Kay's quilt is so uplifting. Please don't
forget the rest of us in other parts of the world who
are following this story with love and enthusiasm. We
also would like to see the newspaper article. And please
let everyone know when Oprah and The Today Show picks
up the story. Here in Australia, we're a little behind with
Oprah episodes but we get The Today Show the next day (at midnight
usually) - thank goodness for vcr's. Congratulation to everyone
involved. I am grateful that I've been a part of this story
even if it is only from reading this BB.

Anne in Perth, Australia on another perfect day

I am looking for a dry iron, not an iron that has steam capabilities. The old dry irons are great to use for fusing and seem to get hotter than the more modern irons. Also, when ironing on photo transfers, sometimes the steam outlets "print" through, so the flat, dry iron is preferable. Does anyone have one, or know when I might obtain one, a working one?

I am looking for a quilt pattern and I think the
name is Dakota Wedding Band.

Thanks, Jeannie

This quilting bulletin board is my favorite. It is the ONLY BB I follow religiuosly. I am very curious if there is a way to know how many of us are communicating on a somewhat regular basis. Is there a way to monitor that? It is especially interesting to me as I read the Kay's Kids notices. Yes, I sent a block for Michigan and realize that Kay has caused a 'happening' on the internet.

How many are aware of her project?? How many are going to ask her to send copies of the newspaper article??? How many are affected by her generous spirit???

How BIG is this???? Susan

Kay...just saw the web page...it sure brings to life this wonderful project. Can't wait to see & hear more.
Patrice in very,very wet No Calif

I have two old doll quilts made by my grandmother, I am wondering how to hang them on the wall. I am thinking about attching the plastic rings to the back, but I am worried about sewing on the fabric itself. The quilts were made in the 40's.

Guess What !!!!! The Concord Web Page is up and running!!!!!
Today I spent the afternoon with my dear friend Ben.
He helped me post pictures !!!!!:) Go to http://205.241.219.24/schools/concord/index.html
Hope you like what we did. I'll post different pictures each week.
This page is a work in progress.
Today a reporter from the local weekly newspaper came out to do an interview. I'll
send copies.

Love to all,

Kay

I have recently recieved after the passing of my mother two very old quilts, I vaguely recall her getting them when my grandmother passed away many years ago and believe that they may date back to my mother's mother.

My question is about cleaning them, they are badly in need of cleaning and I'm not sure what would be the proper way of taking care of this.
Can they be dry cleaned or is something else needed to ensure they are cared for properly.

An email reply would be greatly appreciated.
Thank's in advance,
Kat

I need advice on an easy quilt--at least one that I could do in the next three months with limited time. The colors I need to use are burgundy, hunter green, and navy with a possible background of offwhite or beige. If you have any ideas please send me an email.I need class but fast! Thanks for your help in advance.

Would anyone know where I could get some1Wizard of Oz fabric? I would appreciate any 1help or leads. Thank you!

To the quilter who is making the Maryland block for Kay - please contact me as I can provide some Maryland information from the tourism office to go along with your quilt block. Thanks! Connie

I suggest you contact Quilter's Newsletter

They have released a survey in 1994 and 1997 related to the current status of the quilting industry - number people involved and dollars spent.
I believe they also had an article in their magazine related to the growth and change/development of quilting in the past several years.
I don't know of any other studies that have been done.

HELP! I am looking for a Debbie Mumm fabric to finish a boarder in a round robin project. I have travelled to all area quilt shops without finding this fabric. It is a dark forest green with a very delicate, small, almost blending back design. I need 1/4 - 1/2 yard and if you have this fabric I would trade anything in my stash for it. I hope to hear from someone....thanks.

I am working on a marketing paper for schoo. I need the definition of the Quilt/Quilting Industry, what it is and what it does? I also need background on what has happened in this industry over the past ten years.

Is there a Quilting/ Fabric store in the Islip. Long Island NY area???
Checked the WWQuilting page Addresses didn't find one. if it's out there where is it?? e-mail Jbernh494@aol.com Thanks

I am going to be in Orlando, Flordia the week of February 16th and wanted to know if there were any quilt shops nearby.Thanks Kathy from Minnesaota

Just some of my thoughts on subjects bouncing around on the Board:

Kay, do a QUICK poll of your students about which stencil to use. Make is quick so you can give yourself time to quilt! Also, do yourself a favour and limit it to the easier ones; if you have to take up the slack and rush to finish the quilt yourself, you'll save wear and tear on yourself and the kids by choosing uncomplicated stencils, rather than lots of curlicues and intricate designs. Also, the quilt is going to be pretty busy already, with the different fabrics and blocks. A simple design will add to the appeal.

Most Batiks are dyed on tighter weaves. The two projects I've completed using batiks were okay to needle (they weren't like butter, but not hard). Also, due to the virtue of the process of making batiks, with the boiling off of the wax design, they're considered "pre-shrunk" already. But it won't hurt to wash them again in your machine. Maybe that will help.

I owe my love of quilting to import quilts (keep reading, no flames, please!). I actually bought one about seven years ago, and after repairing about twenty patches in one month, I decided I could do much better myself! So I bought quilting books, took a class, and have been entranced since. Also, when my friends have asked me the difference between my quilts and the $39.00 jobbies, I tell them you get what you pay for. You pay $39.00, you get $39.00 worth of quality. I believe in the saying, "You spend good money, you get good quality."

All of my bed, lap and baby quilts have been backed with FLANNEL sheets. I buy good quality ones from LL Bean and Land's End. I love the softness and "snuggle-factor" of flannel, and it just seems right to me. I know the purests out there are shaking their heads as they read this, but my quilts are not "art pieces", they're meant to be enjoyed and used. Babies and parents especially seem to love the flannel on their blankies. But the wall quilts, pillows, potholders, etc. have regular cotton backs. I don't snuggle with my kitchen wall very often!

Holice, you're a kind soul. We need more like you!

Kim in NV

P.S. I got my e-mail off to Oprah and the Today Show...I'd lose 20 lbs. to meet Matt, myself. Give him a smooch for me, Kay! Also, if you need help, give us a holler! I'll send my SASE when you let us know!

Help!!! I am new to quilting and so I tried to pick a pattern that I thought looked easy and I could use up some fabric scraps. I just made a spider web scrap quilt and it for the most part came out pretty good. My problem is the bias cuts and the pressing, some of the squares stretched. Can anyone give me ideas to get them back in shape. I did put time into it and I do like the presentation of it and would like to be able to use it. The quilt pattern is from Eleanor Burns.

Hurrah, Holice! Justice triumphs over big business! Thank you for your update about the availability of copies of the newspaper coverage of Kay's kids' quilt. I would love to have a copy, as I am doing a master's project about the effect of the Internet on communication among quilters. I would happily send SASE to Kay, or you, or whomever, to have a copy sent.

To Holice, a special thank you for the wonderful work you have done here. I have admired you from afar for many years and now know absolutely that your gentle ways permeate every thing you do. Kay's story would be a much shorter and unhappier one if you had not entered the scene, and all of us would be much less blessed. Thank you so much.

Happy stitches to everyone!
Maureen in Portland, where it hardly seems like winter (but I'm not about to challenge Mother Nature, since she's been known to remember us rather late in the season!)

Christiane: Some batic fabrics are indeed dyed on tighter weave fabric, b ut usually should needle with easet. To be sure, take a need with you and try needling the fabric yourself.

I received a phone called late yesterday afternoon from the marketing Dept of the Birmingham News. They have granted permission for Kay to duplicate the article about the quilt project and apologize for the mis-up in not doing it before now. They are to call or contact Kay directly also with the news.

Holice Turnbow

We at HCC are looking into the possibility of organizing a seminar covering the HESI system of testing student nurses (predicting NCLEX success, etc..) The developer of the system, Susan Morrison, is also an avid quilter who is willing to offer a seminar in either Houston (quilt market days) or Paducah (AQS Show). All I need is a list of nurse educators interested in attending. The seminar would be scheduled to allow ample time for quilt stuff. Please e-mail me if you would be interested, I will compile list and forward to Susan.

Nancy, your email addy does not work. Could you check it and repost

I have recently moved my stash into DS's old room and am trying to organize it. I am thinking of separating the fabrics by quantity first, quarter yds, half yards, and one yard or larger. I started to do this but then ran into the specialty fabrics, threads, batting, panels, and embellishments, also some of the fabric is prewashed and some not. Please, if you have any suggestions post or E-mail me. TIA, Jane in cloudy NE Ohio

Occasionally I see posts from quiltmakers who have made denim quilts. I have not worked with denim, but realize there must be special consideration for sewing it. If you have made one or more denim quilts, I'd like to talk with you about possible publication of your work. Please e-mail me for details. Thanks. Nancy

I was in a quilt store the other day looking for fabric. (My Grandmother's Flower Garden is almost ready to be quilted - time for a new project!) This project features ancient petroglyph characters so I'll need some fabric that has "history" to it.

One of my ideas was using batik fabric, but the woman in the quilt store said it was too hard to quilt. I was surprised at her comment, considering she had a large selection of batik fabric, and asked her why. She said the weave was very tight and was difficult to needle.

Has anyone found this to be true? I often use Liberty fabric and various other cottons and have never found this difficult. Is batik unusual in some way?

Cheers, Christine in Canada

Couldn't get on from home last night. Commputer at school is down !! AHHHH Quickly, before I have to take Elizabeth to the bus stop and go do bus duty. Bus duty in the morning is 40 minutes. Other teachers will pay $5.00 a day to someone else. I do about 6 other teachers. Easy way to make extra cash. After I use this times to finish paying for new tires on my car and my sons I'm going to ue the next two times to go to a quilt class. Haven't been out there since November - I'm having withdrawal.

Okay the update - Local paper, published in Bessemer, (closest big town) published once a week is coming out today to do an article - I've already asked the reporter (on the phone yesterday) if I could have sixty copies of the article - she was going to ask her editor.

Love to all will post late tonight or tomorrow morning.

Love, love, love

Kay

August 1 & 2, 1998
Viewers choice awards
Lots of prizes
All welcome

For further information, please phone Judy on (07) 3376 4567 Brisbane Australia or email

Can't help but comment on the imported quilt issue, I too would like to mount some type of campaign to make it clear the difference from imports and quality workmanship. However, the most practical thing we can do is raise awareness of those people around us, co-workers, friends, etc.
I have made many comments at work, and one poor friend apoligized for buying one of those $39 dollar quilts, but she just like it. BUt at least she was aware of what she was buying.
It is so frustrating to see quilts sold so cheaply and know the quality and design etc of a handmade one which someone wants to sell for 400-500 dollars and people don't realize the difference. As quilters we need to educate in a polite way, those we come into contact with to help spread the word about a great craft which is growing and hopefully being appreciated and valued more.

I really enjoy this bulltin board. Can't wait to see Kay and her quilt on Oprah!

Hi all,
I am looking for a tropical quilt pattern for my
6-year old daughter's bedroom. Something with
toucans, parrots, palm trees, etc. A pieced
pattern would be my first choice, but at this
point I will consider anything. Any help or ideas
would be greatly appreciated. Thanks in advance.

Debbie Dyer
wdyer@ix.netcom.com

I'm looking for the title of a book of stars. It contains "Pennsylvania Star" and "St. Louis Star". They are rotary cut. If anyone can help, I would appreciate it. Thanks

Hi, I'm a beginning quilter and just pieced a trip around
the world quilt top (42x42). I'm going to try to hand quilt
it but don't know what type of batting to use. I don't like the
puffy look, but I want something that is easy to quilt through.
Since I'm a beginner, I don't want to get discouraged.

I also don't know what color(s) of thread to use for the quilting.
The colors of the quilt are black, yellow, pink, light blue,
green, bright blue, purple and mauve.

Any suggestions/advice will be greatly appreciated.

Thanks a million
Terrie

I am once again requesting an international quilting penpal for a member
of our quilt group. We are located in the Midwest, in the U.S. This member
is fairly new to quilting but very enthused. If someone is interested in corresponding
with her, please e-mail me. Thank you!

Peggy

Catiuska was looking for Southwestern-style quilt block patterns. I ran across this website the other day: http://ttsw.com/FlowerMound/FlowerMound.html

Very nice designs, including Santa-Fe Style, Navaho, & Taos

I just bought some grape pattern and coordinated
fabric and want to make a quilt for my parents
(wine lovers). Does anyone know of a grape/wine
bottle/leaves pattern (quilted or applique).
Thanks in advance! Susan

I believe it is in the best interest of Quilters everywhere to have these import quilts idelibly labed as such on the reverse side. No other "industry" would allow such unfair comparison or competition. The poor quality of workmanship and materials of the imports lessens the value of quilts that are domestically made. Then to have removable labels on them so that they can be easily passed off as a domestic handmade product. There is never a label cop when you need one!
Anyone interested in finding out who controls the labeling of imports and spearheading a campaign to get them to change the label laws for quilts?

Require indelible labels on all imported quilts!

Carolyn

Hi everyone!!!!!

I think what Kay is doing is wonderful!!
For a teacher to go out of her way to teach beyond
just books and lecturing!!!
Think of how many people she has touched by doing
this. Maybe one of her students will make a quilt on
their own.
Anyway I think she should have her wings....

http://www.oprahshow.com//guest.html

go to: Have you earned your wings.

Let them know about Kay and her class.........

Kim in Japan

Hi all - I'm going to the Shawnee Mountain area in the Pocono Mountains in Pennsylvania soon and I would love to know if there are any quilt shops in the area.

Thanks in advance!!

I will be on holiday in San Francisco later this month and would like to know if anyone knows of a quilting/patchwork shop in the city or of any exhibitions/fairs on between Feb 18 and 21

I have recently begun quilting and am getting ready
to tackle a large project. I don't want a huge frame
that threatens to "eat" my living room, but I do like
the large scrolling frames that don't need to have the
quilt basted. Has anyome heard of a way to build
this type scrolling frame?
Thanks for any info. DanainOK@aol.com

I heard there was a shop in (around) Manistee, Michigan with a good selection of flannel fabric. Anyone out there have info? Also wondering if anyone knows the dates for the Little Traverse Bay Quilt Show in Petosky. TIA

Julie

Hi, again...

I had missed the last step in a mystery quilt
and lost the URL, and couldn't find the site
again. Then someone told me about this page
that lists nearly ALL the mysteries currently
going on, as well as the ones that have ended
but are still posted online. Thought I'd share
it:

www.geocities.com/Paris/LeftBank/3666

Go to the bottom of the page, click Mysteries,
and there you are!
The Compulsive Quilter

Greetings to all...

For anyone looking for a source for reproduction
fabrics, try www.patchworks-USA.com . They
have repros from the mid-1700's to the 1950's.
They have 'swatches' that are true to the fabric,
so you have a good idea of what you're getting.

A note on the foreign-made quilts: I've just
been asked to make a wedding-ring quilt for a
friend who purchased a $39 quilt from Mervyns
and watched it fall apart within 2 months. And
another friend, whose DH gave her one of these
quilts as an anniversary gift, dare not wash
hers because the red already bleeds into every-
thing else. Frankly, I don't think these quilts
will last long enough to look antique!

The Compulsive Quilter
(who is just as disgusted as everyone else)

Just a further note. There seems to be grades even
to the imports. The one I mentioned yesterday is
from Marshall Fields and it is normally priced $150.
It is not great but the quality is better than what
most of you are thinking and the stitching is about
6 to the inch. I really think after a few years and
washing it will be hard to tell them from the
average antique.
Funny you should mention the tags because I bought
a raffle ticket recently only to notice afterwards
that there were tags on the quilt and it was advertised
as hand made. I guess they didn't say whose hands.
I think that is terribly deciving.
If you have more information on sweat shops let us
know who to write and complain to. I have talked to
missioneries that claim in many cases it's peoples
only incomes and the work and conditions aren't all
that different than the rest of their life. We have
such high standards here that the rest of the world
doesn't measure up unfortunately.

Can we hear more about what people are doing to
make the American quilts obviously American Folk
Art.

Add my thanks to Holice. He has helped me out with
answers several times and I appreciate it.

Amy/IL

Both 1930's reproduction fabric and 100% cotton quilt backs can be purchased at Hancock's of Paducah. You can order from their website, but they will also send you their full color catalog. They can be fouond at www.Hancocks-Paducah.com or call 1-800-845-8723. I have been buying from them for years and have always been extremely satisfied. NJTSieling

Boy Is this a sore spot for me. I have been telling
anyone who will listen to me about the evils of
these imported quilts. Not to mention the poor qual-
ity of fabric and workmanship, but these quilts are
made in sweatshops where a certain quota MUST be
met. As with all sweat shops the people work in
poor conditions. I realize that it is not the fault
the people that work on these quilts, they need work,
but to buy these imported quilts destroys the integrity
and beauty of the quilt.
I'm sorry to have been preachy but like I said at
the beginning of this posting, this has been a sore spot
for quite a few years. Denise
of qu

Hi!!!
I live in Mendocino, CA., north of San Francisco.
I am looking for sources of repro or original
30's-40's vintage look floral fabric. Does
anyone know of shops in the Bay Area, or
catalogs or mail order or online sources?

Thank you very much!!!

See posting on 1/31/98 Time: 12:42PM
We're still - Desperately seeking help!!
I now have a direct address for all of you who wish to help our small group complete our donation of a Yo- Yo quilt, to a non-profit group to raffel off at their Holiday Boutique. Asking only for you to send 1 possibly 2 yo-yo's....it will be greatly appreciated. SEND yo-yo's to:
Development Office
CPC Behavorial Health Care
270 Highway 35
Red Bank, NJ 07701
Many thankx, CPC Quilters

Kay,
If you want to have a stenciled border.....let the children and staff at the school vote on which one. Maybe have a contest of a penny a vote and use that money to help a charity, like Oprah's Angel Network. Have a professinal pick out 6 stencil patterns, make posters of the pattern explaining what it is used for, and set out jars with holes in the top for the voting. Just a thought....

Are your expenses being covered??? You might want to use these monies to cover that.....

Take care...and your mother, children, you, the kids, your community are all in my prayers.

Rhonda in VA

Amy, I too have used sheets for the backside of my quilts. (I have lots of sheet pieces in my scrap bag.) One draw-back I found is that sheets don't needle as well as off-the-bolt fabric. Most of my quilts have a pieced back--lately a yellow on yellow narrow stripe that I bought for $1.00/yd (I was going to use the fabric for curtains, but changed my mind). When possible I piece the fabric length-wise: A large middle panel with 2 smaller side panels. Be sure to trim the selvage, it has a tighter weave and can pucker after washing.
My local Hancock Fabrics recently had their wide, wider, and widest muslin on sale--might buy it next time, I have a 30's quilt to finish for my mom & I understand they used muslin backs back then.
Keep on stitching!
Donna
Tuttle, OK

I'm looking for any information of where can I
find blocks to make a quilt with a southwestern
look. If you have any idea releted with this
subject, please contact me to this e-mail address:
Castigli@rof.net
Thank you. Catiuska

Well, I didn't get enough votes for a fair sampling, but here are the results of my quick poll! "Favorite" show: AQS-KY 2, IQF -TX, Lancaster-PA, Sister's- OR, Gulf States-LA, and Minnesota Quilt Show, one each; "Dream" show: AQS 3; one each for IQF, Lancaster, Sister's, and "a show in Europe or England". If your favorite isn't listed, it's because you didn't vote! (you snooze, you lose!)

An earlier posting asked how we're going to spot the imported quilts in the future (besides the poor workmanship and knock-off fabrics). That's actually already a problem- I've seen imported quilts in antique shops, even in booths at IQF...one way to spot them is to examine the edges. Most imported quilts have turned edges rather than bindings, and by law must come in with an import tag sewn into one edge. Some unscrupulous dealers remove the tag, so check the edges closely for signs of alteration!

Computer down at school will get fixed Thursday. Starting web page Thursday - will let ya'll know address.

Kay

Personal - My mom's health is failing please pray for her.

I've tried to post three times - power outage, Elizabeth picked up the phone, diconnect by breakage.

So quickly - Thank you Holice for calling. Also received material that Holice had arranged. Some articles mailed today, more tomorrow.
We will be sure and put Holice's name on the quilt. He wants to know if I need stencils. Give me your thoughts. What stencils for the boarders. The stencils will be 7 - 8 inches.

I use 100% cotton fabric. Since you often need to buy 5-8 yards or so I try and buy material when it is on sale for $2.50 a yard or so. JoAnne Fabrics and other chain fabric stores have sales a few times a year. I have also used muslin. Because cotton fabrics are only 45 inches wide you will need to piece the back. I usually make my seam running top-to-bottom, not side-to-side. When I have enough left-over material after piecing the top I will sew it into squares, or make strips of varying length (depending on the quantity) and piece the back. There are also now a few fabrics which are 90+ inches wide at quilt shops which can be used for backing material, but it would be more costly.

Quickly, quickly !! I've been on twice tonight trying to post. First, Elizabeth picked up on the phone and knocked me off. Then the power went off. WE are having high winds tonight.

Isn't Holice wonderful. I was going to post his e-mail to me, but I read his bullentin board posting. Only think is he didn't give himself enought credit. He talked to several offices at the Newspaper. Also, today I received material for the sashing and borderes (white on cream), and brown patterned for the back. Holice had it sent to us. I e-mailed hime and told him his name will be one the quilt !!! He has asked me about stencils. Need some opinions here. I figure we will quilt around the patterns on the squares. But whawt about the sashing and boarders. The boarders will be 7 - 8". What kind of stencil do ya'll recommend that we use. Holice is The Stencil Company (did I get that right Holice?), along with his daughter. Help me out here friends. Remember that I am still a novice at quilting.

As for as Oprah and The Today Show goes. Does anyone remember back to one of my first postings? Think I mentiond Matt Lauer and losing weight in the same sentence. I have a feeling that I better start tomorrow !!!!
Thursday I will start posting pictures on the Concord Page. I will post the web site address.

Kay

I have a question about what quilters use as the back of a pieced quilt. I have made several full size quilts and several large wall hangings and have always resorted to flat sheets. Unfortunally, sheets don't have the selection of color i would like to have. I'm a self-taught quilter with little contact with others. What does everyone else use as their quilt backs?
Thanks,
email me at chegjr@brigadoon.com
Amy in Oklahoma

I have seen only one of the imported quilts "up close and personal", and I was horrified by the quality and workmanship - or lack of. The stitches were huge and extremely inconsistent. The seams did not match, and the fabric was very thin. Did I just see a bad example of the imported quilts or is that the norm? I can't imagine that one costing $39 would even last through one washing. These quilts might fool someone who knows nothing about quiltmaking, but I bet someone with just a little knowledge would not be deceived. I wonder if the person who bought that $39 quilt considered the conditions under which the "quilter" worked in order to put a price of $39 on it.

A note to Holice - hope you stay with this bulletin board forever - we could not do without you!

Sharon

I had a co-worker mention today that his
wife bought a very nice imported hand quilted
quilt for $39 that looked very much like what I
was working on. I explained to him the obvious
fabric quality differences and that I have a
cotton batting and that my stitches were 8-10
per inch instead of 4-6.
Outside of the obvious, how are we going to tell
these are imports in a few years when they
yellow nicely and shrink up a bit like the old
quilts? The fabric seems like a quality similar
to older quilts in many cases.
The conversation just made me curious to what you
all think.
I have started doing alot more folk art applique
with significants on my borders since the imports
arrived on the scene. How are you all
differenciating when doing the more common and
traditional patterns that they have copied?
Amy

I suggest you contact:
National Quilting Association
and American Quilt Study Group
and see if either of them has a copy they will lend you.

Other than these sources - only we who had to have every quilting book being published in the 70's and 80's will have a copy.

Holice Turnbow

An update on this project:

I made some phone calls today to the Birmingham News and talked to people in 3 departments. Looks like we won't have to mount a telephone campaign to the newspaper. On Kay's behalf, I have sent a fax to the Director of Marketing asking permission to photocopy the article and ask that she communicate directly with Kay. I understand that permission will very likely be granted. I also asked the Manager of the Metro Desk about the paper putting the article on their Web Site. He told me that their site is new and is maintained in NYC but he will check. I also told him that if Oprah or The Today Show does pick up the story, I was suhe would want his newspaper to be mentioned as having reported the story first. He asked for my telephone number, but I will follow-up in a week to see what is happening.
If this doesn't work out, I will share phone numbers and names so these folks can be contacted directly.

Try spritzing the glued edge with water.
that's how I always loosen mine after appliqueing.
I am not sure if the glue softens or the paper gets
mushy but it usually works.
Amy
PS. I have also written to OPRA about
Kays project. Hope she hears us!

Does anyone know where I can buy a copy of Ernest B Haight's book,
"Practical Machine Quilting for the Homemaker"?
I read about it in Robbie Fanning's book on machine
quilting, and am wondering if it's available anywhere.
It was self-published in 1974 - my library doesn't
have it, and I don't know where else to look.
Thanks - Cheryl

1. OF COURSE hand quilting is still alive and well! My husband and I are teaching several of our friends to quilt,
and, following the directives of our teacher, we expect them to hand-piece at least one block and then to
hand-quilt. I love hand-quilting; my husband can't stand to do it, so he has discovered the wonders of having
someone else do his machine-quilting (all the more time to create new tops!). Mind you, he has a great appreciation
for hand work now that he's hand -pieced and hand-quilted one whole wall-hanging.

2. As for the great pet debate, I am a dog person, and my husband is a cat person, but we live in a place where we
can't have either. We do, however, have fish; they're wonderful with quilts as long as you don't let them splash
on your work! They're also pretty noncomittal when it comes to adopting pieces as their own - unless it's in the
bottom of their tank, who cares!

sharon

deb
Are you using a glue stick? I find that UHU works best . it is used for fabric paper, etc
there is a colored UHU also, I would not suggest that one. Have you tried basting around your applique? this works for me. there is also another technique in a book by Katy Pasquini called Fractured Landscapes, which entails a thorough pressing of the quarter inch using a stiletto to tame the edges. Its hard to explain without seeing the pictures or a demonstration. She developed it so thst she wouldn't burn her fingers pressing the seam allowances.
When I use the glue stick, I start to apply my
applique to the background in a relatively straight area or gentle curve, and when I'm ready to take out the paper, I use a flat tool such as my seam ripper to loosen the fabric from the paper on both sidea the glue side, and the freezer paper side. I take the paper out of the piece just before I close it. I have used this glue stick occasionally , and have had no trouble,so far, but I would not press it. Havent tried to but err on the side of caution. Also use sparingly.
Good luck. Lyn in Sacramento.

i have both the seven sisters pattern that ginajaws is looking for and the golden wedding ring another lady had asked for. please drop me a note at p.o. box 252 Gainesville MO 65655 and i will send it on to you-they are both from a
series by georgia boonesteel.

Well my grandmothers ironing board just broke! I've been using it for about ten years, its from the 1950"s (good and solid) but now its beyond repair. This might sound like a dumb question, but do they make ironing boards for quilters that are wider than normal? I know you can make one using a large piece of plywood, but I live in an apartment, so no space for something that big. Any ideas would be great! Thanks Michelle from Vancouver B.C.

Hello! I have a question on applique. It's my first time and I have been following a book on applique using freezer paper. As I was doing this I noted that the instrucitons advised using fabric glue to hold the 1/4 inch rough seam to the back of the freezer paper, in my rush to try this I used paper glue instead and now after making about 5 of them I I wondering if the glue is going to release my materail when I get to that point. Haven't been able to get to store to buy my background fabric yet and am wondering if I should quit making flowers ahead and wait until I purchase fabric glue or if paper glue will work as well Thanks ahead of time Deb

Does anybody know of quilt shops, shows, exhibitions, guilds in the Honolulu area? My not-online friend is going there February 14 - 23.
O gpt a few leads off the WW Quilting Page; thanks for any suggestions.

I am looking for a magnolia quilt block pattern. I am not sure at this time what size block I want. I would like to find a couple of different sizes.

please advised how I get ahold of these people advertising retreat in Milan, Ill 3/27,28,29

I have taken the liberty of contacting the Oprah Winfrey Show and the Today Show about Kay and her class project, briefly listing some of the problems that have arose and the response she has received to this endeavor. If your heart moves you to, please contact these shows as well.
Thanks,
Rhonda in Virginia

Oprah
http://www.oprahshow.com
(there is a place to leave a message at the bottom of the homepage.)

The Today Show
http://www.nbc.com
(go to email.....The Today Show)
or write to
Linda Finnell
Supervising Producer
30 Rockefeller Plaza
Room 374E
New York, NY 10112

I will continue to look for addresses of network TV and surely we can get this wonderful project the attention it so richly deserves......with or without the help of her hometown newspaper.
ciao!

I inherited my a quilt project my mother was working on. She has quilted each square separately, not when it was completely assembled. I can easily sew the fronts together, but how do I sew the backs without it looking bad??

Susan

holice,

thank you for sending on kay's message! i would also LOVE to write to the newspaper! i'll bet you and i are not the only two letters that would be written. would you post the address when you get it?

i've e-mailed my address to kay along with my condolences for her ill computer!

thanks again!
pat

I'm on !! I'm going to type fast :) Not sure why I'm having so much trouble getting on. I'm going to call the board tomorrow. Also, I'm going to make another call to the paper. Then if that doesn't work ya'll can write. This time I'm going straight to the editor. One of our quiting pals suggested I do this. Please if you send me e-mail and I don't reply please write again. I'm having a beast of a time with my internet and my mail. Kathy(WA), Jeannie(LA), Fhonda(VA), Cindy(WI), Kay(NM), and Pam(Canda) sent e-mail saying they will mail on the articles - I'm going to mail those tommorrow. Good practice of SAT-9 skills for the kids - addressing the envelopes.
5 of our missing states have responded - I will pst those names tomorrow along with the missing ones - I left that card at school. Midterm grades went out today and I came home wiped out.
We are planning on quilting on March 20th (start on March 19th if we have to). We are ssending out invitations, inviting the press - does anyone know how to contact The Today Show? Let's all put pray behind this thought. I'm going to take a personal day and stay in the gym all day on the 20th. That way I can take pictures, take care of my senior citizens. I'm going to send out letters to all the local churches inviting the members. Everyone in our school will put in a stitch.
Well, I'd like to scroll thru the bullentin board haven't been on since Friday. Take care everyone - My love to you all.
Holice thanks for being my go between when I can't get out there !!

Kay

On a personal note. One of the ladies who first taught me to quit, about 14 years ago had two heart attacks. Anne Helms is her name please remember her in your prayers. Ms. Helms alsways has a smile for everyone at church. As my Elizabeth asked me, "Mama, is she the one that always hugs you so tight?" So please hug her in your prayers tonight.

OH !!! The most important. Sue has contacted me about a page. But, before that, I'm going to the board of ED. Thursday. My good fiend Ben, our computer specialist, is going to help me post pictures on the Concord Page - it hasn't been created yet, we're going to do that Thursday. I will post the address here. !!

I am looking for a story, poem or "Ode to a Quilter" for a very special elderly lady that has touched so many people with her beautiful quilts throughout her life.
I would appreciate anything you might have to honor her and her special talents....
Thanks in advance for your time and effots.
Darlene at the above e-mail address....

Holice,
I'm with you. I think a good old-fashioned letter writing campaign is just what the doctor ordered!
Rhonda

Hand quilting is alive in America! I like to machine piece and hand quilt. Now handquilting a family top over 100 years old, on a new quilting floor frame DH made me for Christmas (I think he finally decided quilting was not a passing fad of mine!)

P.S. I also was pleasantly surprised to learn, when my teenage son (now grown) acquired a guinea pig, that they do in fact, have personalitiy and sweet dispositions. We thoroughly enjoyed her! Also like dogs (prefer small dogs) and cats, however, allergic to cats. My sister's Siamese loves me, too, and I sneeze for hours afterward!

I have a quilt hanging in my bathroom! It is a nine patch and an appliqued heart about 24" x24" and I think it makes the bathroom look nice. I bought it as a UFO from a local quilt shop and finished it, and the colors and hearts matched my wallpaper perfectly. Each time someone is in there, I wonder what they think of me having a quilt in the bathroom! Maybe they wonder what else I have that's quilted, underwear??? Ha ha.

I also vote for cats and quilting. My fuzzy friend likes to hop up where I'm rotary cutting and watch me. She also likes to steal the pins if there are any holding a sewing pattern down. She batts at them and I try to get her to stop because I don't want her to poke her paw or mouth! When I'm sewing the assumes the meatloaf position on a pile of fabric. The meatloaf position is where they fold their legs and tail under themselves and look like they would fit in a loaf pan! Pretty funny description, it was in a cartoon once and from then on that what I've called it. Take a look at your fuzzy friend next time and chuckle when they are sitting like that! Anyway, cats and quilts are great, and make life much more enjoyable. Happy Stitchin'
Connie in Wisconsin

Has anyone used one of the lightweight traveling sewing machines made with quilters and crafters in mind. Would love to have one to carry to classes. I have seen "Quilter's Friend" by White, but I hear Euro Pro, Simplicity and Baby Lock also make them. Thanks!

I need some sources for buying flannel fabric. Louisiana is not a flannel state. I would also like to exchange fabric and quilting patterns used for flannel. Thanks Pat

Kay is having difficulty again posting to this Bulletin Board and has asked me to relay the following information to you.

She has 30 copies of the newspaper article ready to send out and asked if you would be willing to read it and send it on to the next person. She will enclose a stamped envelope to send it to the next person. The kids will address the envelops.
(One has already been mailed to Kim in Japan since her square was featured in almost full size in the article).

For those who are interested in reading the article and will do this she asked that you send her an email with your address.

Her email is: kjohnson@jefcoed.com

Holice Turnbow

(A personal note: I think we should all write to the newsaper and tell them how inconvenient they have made it by not allowing copies of the article to be made and sent to those participating in this project. I intend to find out the name of the newspaper and call them myself.)

Roger - Please convert the measurments of your
quilt hanging rods into inches, for those of us
who live in the USA and are mathmatically
challenged!

We're looking for a color wheel of fabric swatches,
showing hues, shades, tints & tones, on a piece
of cardboard about 11 x 14. This item is
available for purchase somewhere; we need to know
where & how we can get copies. Thanks.

Hi! I had written in a couple weeks ago asking about what type
of batting to use for a black quilt. I ended up using a Harriet Hargrave
recommended cotton batting. Man! I had to use the dog hair removal brush to
pick up all the cotton lint on it! That was after soaking and machine drying
it after I was done. Don't get me wrong, it was just being pulled off the extra
cotton batting on the edge, not coming through the quilt itself. The purchaser was pleased, so I am too.
Another question. I have a novice sewing friend who found a lotus flower pattern
in the Quilts and Other Comforts catalog that she can't live without. But, she
wants it twice that size. Has anyone blown up a foundation pieced quilt successfully?
I have so many friends that want to learn how to paper piece, I may have to have
a class! I enjoy all the comments, and am the proud owner of a 'Hypermutt' named Amanda.
She likes to lie on the foot pedal of my machine. I guess it gets quite warm! I've gotten
her paw caught a few times, but she just keeps coming back!

Several methods for hanging quilts (10 or more) are described in an article that appeared in Quilting Today, Issue 58. There were a number of companies that sell attractive and specialized items for hanging all sizes of quilts as well. If you don't have access to a back issue, the publisher sells them (800-628-8244). Hang those quilts proudly! Nancy

I believe what I am looking for comes from a G.Bonesteel book. The pattern is for a quilt with houses that appear three dimensional and "travel" down the quilt. If anyone knowes which book this is from please let me know. Thanks!

I wonder if anybody knows of shows or classes that are going on in PA USA during May. I will be in Stroudsburg and around that area between the 18th of May until the 1st of june and I would like to take part in classes or attend a quilting show.
Hope you can help,
Sincerely,
Elizabeth.
From England.

I understand Georgia Bonesteel has a new book out
that contains a pattern called "Calico Cups".
Anyone know the name of the new book or if it is
available for preview on the net?
Thanx, Susan

I am interested in obtaining information on quilt guilds in France. If you can help me please e-mail me direct! Thanks.

I bought a "Celebrate Texas" kit becouse I loved the colors and name. Unfortunatly it did not come with a pattern & the company seems to be out of busness. If someone from the store in Eastland,Tx. is out there, can you help me? Thanks, dirmoose

Hi Ulrijke! Yes I'm home, please contact me. Patty in Holland

Hi Tracey! I'm back in the land of the windmills, can't find your e-mail address. Please contact. Patty

A quilting friend will be visiting the area that includes; Windsor, London, Sarnia and Plymouth and is hoping someone can recommend quilt/fabric stores that she can visit. Thanks, Lesley.

Sure...I have two little quilts hanging in my bathroom. It is a small bathroom and we are a family of 6, meaning lots of showers, etc.!!! I've had no problems with hanging them there and I enjoy looking at them all over the house!!! I've used warm & natural as a batting, but don't think it would matter. Happy hanging!!! Sally in western NY

This Bulletin Board has always been able to help me out with different quilt questions in the past, and I am hoping that some of you may be able to help me again. I am looking for some 100% cotton fabric with the Apple Blossom on it, to use in a small quilting project for a friend. Can anyone out there point me in the right direction. I have looked everywhere I can think of and I always ask the sales clerks just in case I missed it while searching through the bolts of fabric. Please e-mail me privately, as I need to get going on this project ASAP. Thanks in Advance to anyone who may be able to help! Kathleen

I just read the posting on hanging quilts and had to add something. I have made a queen size quilt hang beautifully with the same method. Make a sleeve, go to the hardware store to get a piece of molding strip. Any flat piece of wood the width of about two inches and the length of the quilt less one inch. Then purchase screws with an eye on the end. Screw these into the end of the board. Then use ordinary picture hangers to hang the "eye" of the screw. The one half inch on either side is hidden under the quilt and you can not see the screw or board. It looks like it is hanging in mid-air. That is why you cut the boars one inch short and only make the sleeve one inch short. Happy quilting.
Donna in New Jersey.

Hi... Could anyone give me any information on EuroPro's Sewing Machine. I just purchased one (20 Stitch Model). I haven't received it yet...so anxious to hear more about it... I have it on a 30 day trial. Thank you..

Kathy

This may not help at all, but I thought I'd share it with everyone anyway. When I got to the point where I had too many magazine patterns and articles to remember where they all are (not to mention my books!), I bought a simple card index box, some 3 x 5 cards, and alphabet tabs, and went to work. I did a few magazines a day, browsing through and recording anything I wanted to find later. My card index has headings like FLORAL PIECED, LOG CABIN, STARS, TEACHER PROFILES, SHOPPING INFO, HISTORY, etc. You get the picture. On the card I write the magazine (codes help) , issue number or date, article and page number.

I can't tell you how glad I am I've done this. It's sometimes hard to keep it up, but I manage to sit down and go through a few mags when I watch TV or something. Then I mark the ones I've gone through with an X on the front.

I have a MAC and Clarisworks for word processing. I wonder if you just need a good word processing program. Although it's sometimes a pain to set up, any sort of file can be set up with a good word processing program. In fact, I think I'll start putting the card file on the computer!!!

Has anyone told you you should put a "hanging sleeve" on the back?? It's basically just sewing a fabric tube or sleeve that runs the length of the top of the quilt, and stops about 1-2" from either end. You'll hand sew it to the back.

Then go to a home improvement/lumber outlet and get a long piece of door framing or floor-board and get it cut the length of the top of the quilt. You'll run this through the sleeve and hang the board on the wall with nails or whatever.

Some people get a big curtain rod, and some decorative finials, and hang it with the rod going through the sleeve. This works too, but
creates a little roll or bump at the top of the quilt. I think it looks better if you use something flat.

For a large quilt, make your sleeve about 4" (so you would cut a strip about 9" or so x the width of the quilt. First, fold the ENDS over twice and stitch them, so the raw edges are finished. Then fold the strip lengthwise and stitch. Press it so the seam lies on the back. Hand stitch to the quilt along the top side and bottom side.

Susan at Green Sheep Designs

Here's a weird one: does anyone hang little quilts in the bathroom? Do they mildew at all? I'm tired of the things on my bathroom walls: I'd love to put up some little quilts. This is a bathroom that is used daily - some steam! I'm wondering if I need to use a particular type of batting - like cotton so it can breathe?? Has anyone done this? Thanks!!

I need to learn the proper way to hang a King Size Quilt for display [Time frame several years]

Hi there ! My name is Christina, i just moved from California to Bridgeport, Connecticut. I had to leave all my quilting friends behind.....looking to meet some new ones in my area. would love to meet quilters, especially some with small children, for afternoons of sewing, quilting, having coffee.Anybody interested please e-mail me, i would really appreciate it...... :)

I am looking for a quilting pattern supposedly known as the Seven Sisters. I had attended NQA show in Syracuse and saw a completed quilt done is this pattern from a Penn/Dutch vendor/display and fell in love with it. Can any one help me locate this pattern. Thank you, Regina

For all those interested in OTT lights, want to save money (have you priced those things?!)
and have a handy DH or friend: Go to your local home improvement store, and buy an inexpensive
shop light kit(the kind that hangs from the ceiling) and replace the tubes with OTT tubes, which
you can also buy there for much, much less. Some stores also carry the smaller OTT bulbs for those
who have the small OTT lights.(Sorry fabric store owners, but I have to pinch pennies
where I can so I can buy more fabric!!!!) Also put me down for cat lover. I have two working dogs
who keep me company outside and four cats that 'help' me piece and quilt inside the house. It sure
would be lonely with out those fuzzy warm purring kitties sitting somewhere near by!
Peace and Joy, Tracy in OKC

Does anyone know the value in Canadian Dollars of a 1991 used Bernina 1230?
Santa brought me a 1260 Quilters edition and I have a student interested
in buying my old machine.It has been regularily serviced by a Bernina
technician,and is working great.I haven't learned how to use both machines at
the same time,so I am seriously considering selling it to her.
Thanks for any help you can give me.
Pam

I live in New Hampshire and will be relocating (husband is transferring) to Statesboro, GA in early summer. Does anyone know if there is a quilt guild in that area? We have a great one here, but I still have my youngest at home and they meet during the morning on days he is NOT in preschool. Thanks for any information.

Paige

Does anyone know where I can get a pattern for a crown royal quilt? My son brought me a box of bags that he has gotten from people and would like for me to make a quilt for him for his 21st birthday. Any suggestions please email me.
This will be my first big quilt to make. I have made baby quilts before but never a queen/king size. Thanks for the help!

Hand quilting is alive and well in Illinois. I know of many churches where you can have one hand quilted. Also, most of the quilters I know hand quilt. They don't like the mass produced look of machine quilting. A few of us do like to machine quilt too. I do both depending on what the purpose of the quilt is.

Our quilt group is starting a new project,
we are going to teach other the finer points of
the Baltimore Album Quilt. In our travels of
quilt shows over the past 6 months or so, many
of us have seen Baltimore Album Quilts that
feature a PEACOCK (or two) in the center block.
The peacock's tail appears to be folded fabric.

Has anyone seen this pattern? If so, can you
furnish the name of the book that features this
pattern?

Your help will be greatly appreciated!

Karen Kinsey
Wednesday Night Quilters
Bethel United Methodist Church
Fort Wayne, Indiana

Help!!! What is the best way to hang a large antique quilt on the wall? I don't really want to put tacks or nails through it. I am looking for some ideas that will allow the quilt to pull away without damage if it is yanked too hard (I have kids and cats), and that allows a nice drape. Are there special decorative clamps? ANy other ideas?

I have a friend who is looking for blocks with Biblical themes on them.(Not just a name). She'd really like one pertaining to women of the Bible. Thanks
Jeanette

I just recently bought a computer and am interested in purchasing quilt design software. If you have software which package do you have and are you happy with it?
Also, I heard that there are CD roms of fabric from some manufacturers which you can import into the software. Has anyone tried this? Does it work? Is it fun? Could you let me know which software and which fabric manufacturer.
I live in Amsterdam and am planning a trip to the US in March and would like to stock up!
Thanks for your help!

I started an Applique group in April 1997.
It's called The Applique Society (TAS). We have
220 members so far. We also have many of the well
known applique teachers as members and/or resources.
Our membership includes free original pattern(18"-20")
and lots of tips from our teacher resources in our
bimonthly newsletter. Many more things are in the
future issues. Our mission is "To Promote, To Teach,
To Encourage the Love of All Types of Applique in Quilting.
Write me and I'll send you all the details.

Looking for a pattern of any kind for a foundation/paper pieced
frog. Please e-mail me with any information as to where I can get one.
Julie/Cordova, Alaska

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