AboutConnie Hester Expertise Quilting and applique expert.Can advise on the following topics:quilting, art quilts, quilt design and construction, machine and hand quilting, paper foundation piecing, machine piecing, hand piecing, raw edge applique, turned-edge applique and fiber art.
Experience Winning awards in international fiber and art competitions since 1983; http://www.conniehester.com/
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Expert: Connie Hester Date: 12/4/2006 Subject: Making a quilt
Question I really want to make a quilt for my granny for christmas. I'm pretty novice when it comes to sewing but I think with some instruction I could pull it off. My grandfather passed away in June and I would love to create a quilt that has lots of photos on it. Ones of him, him with his grandkids, them together..that kind of stuff. How do I go about getting the photos on the paper? I've looked into ones that people make and I'm not into spending that much money on one. I can't afford it. Can you please help. Thanks!
Answer Hi, Jennifer,
If you have an Epson printer with Durabrite inks, or access to one, you can print directly onto fabric which has first been scrubbed of any invisible grime or surface finishes. Check out my previous responses to the same question where there is lots of information on doing so.
