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| quilt finishing | 8/24/2008 | Connie Hester |
Q: I am creating a scrap batik quilt. I would like to use fleece as my backing with no inner layer. ...
A: I would use a regular method of binding, to reduce bulk, as you suggest. HOWEVER, I have done this ...
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| rag quilts | 8/24/2008 | Audrey Zohner |
Q: Can you make any quilt pattern into a rag quilt - such as a double wedding ring pattern? Would it ...
A: You can convert any quilt pattern into a rag quilt, as long as you are willing to redo all your ...
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| ran out of batting | 8/5/2008 | Connie Hester |
Q: I made a quilt top that I thought was crib size when I went to put the batting in the quilt the ...
A: Yes, but it will need to be SECURELY attached all along the joined edges to prevent separation after ...
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| half square triangle quilt pattern | 8/3/2008 | Vinette de Phillipe |
Q: I'm looking for a l/2 square triangle quilt pattern that looks kinda like a long cabin. I know they ...
A: Is there any way you can send a picture or drawing of what the block looks like? Is this what you ...
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| Quilt? or Quilt top? Amish? hand/machine made? | 7/27/2008 | Julie Silber |
Q: I recently purchased an Amish quilt on ebay...(here is the item number in case you want to see ...
A: I am happy to help you if I possibly can. I happen to be an expert on antique Amish quilts, but I ...
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| "When Harry Met Sally" Quilt | 7/22/2008 | Julie Silber |
Q: I saw the question that Fran asked about this particualr quilt when I, too, was looking for the name ...
A: .. It was a very popular quilt pattern, so we do see lots of them around still. The quilt was made ...
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| rag quilt | 7/21/2008 | Audrey Zohner |
Q: Help!!! I a$ 95% almost finish making my very first ra quilt clipping the seams when I didn't ...
A: Don't panic, I have done this plenty of times. However, I actually used an applique to cover it. I ...
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| family heirloom quilt | 7/9/2008 | Julie Silber |
Q: I would like to include some information about a quilt that I saved from my mother-in-law's move. I ...
A: You have done a yeoman's job with your description. I wonder if you are even old enough to know ...
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| machine quilting on the bias | 7/6/2008 | Connie Hester |
Q: I am machine quilting on the bias. When I finish a row and take it out of the machine the ...
A: You need to adjust the tension on your bobbin thread. Take a sample "sandwich" of fabrics and ...
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| Star point design | 7/5/2008 | Connie Hester |
Q: Connie, I have some great Star War fabric and want to make it into a quilt for my grandson. The ...
A: You will have to draw your own varieties of stars within the 12" square, then use the center piece ...
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| circle quilt need templates | 7/5/2008 | Vinette de Phillipe |
Q: I am looking for a circle quilt pattern. I saw one on createtv on a diy channel. They used 20 fat ...
A: I looked for the episode, but could not find any info about it. I did some more searching and found ...
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| circle quilt need templates | 7/4/2008 | Vinette de Phillipe |
Q: I am looking for a circle quilt pattern. I saw one on createtv on a diy channel. They used 20 fat ...
A: Is there any possibility you can recall the name of the show or its number? I found this set of ...
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| 3 small quilt info/Id/age etc.. please | 7/4/2008 | Julie Silber |
Q: I have 3 small hanging quilts that I am looking to sell as I just have an overflowing house, but I ...
A: I am not sure I can be helpful to you, because my field of expertise is antique quilts -- those made ...
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| setting in triangles | 7/3/2008 | Vinette de Phillipe |
Q: I am making a Linus quilt with squares on point & sashing between. (I am making "vertical" sashing ...
A: Rather than try to explain it to you, I found some sites that will better explain it. ...
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| Name of Quilt Pattern | 6/23/2008 | Julie Silber |
Q: I hope you won't think my question is too silly, as it has been bothering me for nearly 20 years ...
A: Fran, Thanks for getting back to me. Sorry I gave you a wrong lead. Two things: 1. I just ...
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| antique(?) quilt frame | 6/19/2008 | Julie Silber |
Q: I have a quilting frame stamped on the bottom of one of the legs, "Cranberry Craft Frame, Heritage ...
A: You can join the Quilter's History List (QHL) by going to www.hickoryhillquilts.com. I believe it ...
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| rag quilt bags | 6/16/2008 | Audrey Zohner |
Q: I am making rag bags and was wondering how to make the strip for the closure(to go around the ...
A: I haven't ever done this type of closure. I sew a 2-3 inch strip and then attach Velcro to it. The ...
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| antique(?) quilt frame | 6/15/2008 | Julie Silber |
Q: I have a quilting frame stamped on the bottom of one of the legs, "Cranberry Craft Frame, Heritage ...
A: My field of expertise is really antique quilts themselves -- well, quilts made before about 1950. ...
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| printing on fabric | 6/13/2008 | Connie Hester |
Q: What is the best printer to use for printing onto fabric? I hate my HP PSC 1610. It doesn't grab ...
A: Any Epson which uses pigment-based ink, like their Durabrite and Ultrabrite inks, for example. Be ...
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| Batting in a rag quilt | 6/12/2008 | Vinette de Phillipe |
Q: My 8 year old daughter is making a rag quilt with batting in the middle. Unfortunately I cut the ...
A: The only thing I can think of is to trim the batting where it is outside the squares. we all learn ...
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| using a solid -uncut -piece of fabric for the back of a rag quilt | 6/9/2008 | Audrey Zohner |
Q: I have never made a quilt and would like to try to make a small baby rag quilt as my first ...
A: Using a solid back piece won't actually cut down on your time or cutting. You are still going to ...
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| Prairie points | 6/3/2008 | Vinette de Phillipe |
Q: I have the points on the border. My question is do I tack them down? Do I quilt them? Like an echo ...
A: parire points usually are not quilted. They are a decoration. Here are some sites to help you with ...
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| printing on fabric | 6/3/2008 | Connie Hester |
Q: I have an epson C86 printer and would like to print photos onto fabric, but the bubblejet method is ...
A: By the "bubblejet method", I assume you are referring to pre-soaking fabric in Bubble Jet Set ...
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| Industrial vs Domestic sewing machine | 5/25/2008 | Patricia Fountain |
Q: I've mainly been doing stitch in the ditch and wavy lines because I want to take some lessons before ...
A: The industrial machines I know about are used to do things like upholstery and I know no reason why ...
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| Industrial vs Domestic sewing machine | 5/25/2008 | Patricia Fountain |
Q: I've mainly been doing stitch in the ditch and wavy lines because I want to take some lessons before ...
A: You might want to pick up a book on machine quilting. There are a few seay ones out there to get ...
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| rag quilt tote | 5/15/2008 | Audrey Zohner |
Q: Are there fabrics I do NOT want to use (won't fray) and which are the best? Do you use batting or ...
A: Anything polyester is horrible for rag quilting. It doesn't fray at all. However, there is an ...
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| sewing machines with free motion quilting ability | 5/13/2008 | Patricia Fountain |
Q: What is the best machine offering free motion quilting: Bernina, Pfaaf, , etc? I am not ...
A: I really can't answer that question like I suspect you would like. However, I understand the second ...
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| Antique quilts | 5/10/2008 | Julie Silber |
Q: I have three antique quilts - two from the late 1800's and one from the early 1900's. They have ...
A: Glad to know that this was useful for you. You made a STELLAR trade with your ex-- good for you, ...
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| cutting mat | 5/4/2008 | Audrey Zohner |
Q: How you can clean your cutting matt. I cutt a lot so I have little pieces in.
A: I take my hand vacuum and vacuum my board while picking the pieces out. You can buy a rubbing tool ...
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| bind a Grandmas Flower garden | 5/4/2008 | Vinette de Phillipe |
Q: The Flower garden quilt I have was made by Grandmother who has since past away. It is not quilted or ...
A: To bind the quilt you will need to use bias binding. Here are some sites that may be of help ...
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| Baby rag quilt | 5/3/2008 | Audrey Zohner |
Q: Audrey, I wish to make a rag quilt for the first time. I have read several articles. Some of them ...
A: Washing the flannel before is perfectly fine. I don't prewash because you are going to have to wash ...
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| quilt pattern | 5/2/2008 | Vinette de Phillipe |
Q: I am trying for find a pattern for a quilt block called "Tippecanoe" or "Old Tippecanoe" or any ...
A: I found a few different patterns with the same name. I listed the sites for you. Hope these are of ...
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| quilting | 4/29/2008 | Connie Hester |
Q: What is a snowball square?
A: A snowball pattern block can be viewed on a long list of sites if "snowball quilt pattern" is typed ...
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| rag quilt shedding | 4/26/2008 | Audrey Zohner |
Q: I cannot get my rag purse to stop shedding. Can you help with any suggestions? Thank you very much.
A: If you've only washed it like, two times, then I would say just be patient. However, here are a few ...
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| raw edge applique | 4/12/2008 | Connie Hester |
Q: I need to know how to finish the raw edge applique so as not to fray and will I sew edges before ...
A: Yes, raw-edge applique is usually done prior to layering the top with batting and backing. There are ...
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| photo quilts | 4/10/2008 | Patricia Fountain |
Q: I have an epson stylus cx4800 ink jet printer. my question is due I need to treat my fabric with a ...
A: No inkjet printer has waterproof ink, so you will need to treat the material. I don't think you ...
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| photo quilt | 4/3/2008 | Patricia Fountain |
Q: I have a photo quilt that was made using transfer paper and an ink jet printer. The quilt was ...
A: OK, this is almost the opposite of the question I answered previously. I guess photo quilts are ...
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| rag quilting | 4/1/2008 | Audrey Zohner |
Q: I'm doing my first rag quilt (baby quilt) and my thoughts of doing it are totally different than ...
A: You can definitely put a "frame" strip around your quilt. I have done this several times. I cut a ...
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| math | 3/29/2008 | Vinette de Phillipe |
Q: Iam making Maple Leaves pattern quilt. My first quilt. Idont understand when it says cut then ...
A: Some patterns are not as clear as they need to be. Here is a site with good instructions on making ...
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| Applique | 3/28/2008 | Connie Hester |
Q: The pieces I have are 1900 butterfly shapes. I have never appliqued before. How do I do this. I am ...
A: There are many ways to applique. If possible, one way is to turn raw edges under 1/8-1/4" and ...
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