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| Subject | Date Asked |
| Getting material bleed out of a quilt | 1/12/2012 |
| Q: I bound a quilt that has a tan background with a red material. I washed the piece first and it bleed ... A: Sorry, I can't be of more help. Sounds like you have done all I would think of to do. Of course, ... | |
| why | 3/20/2011 |
| Q: What type of batting do you use polyester or cotton batting for quilts? Why?? which one?? Thank you ... A: A good quality poly wouldn't pick through the quilt, but make sure you use a fresh needle. A lot of ... | |
| why | 3/19/2011 |
| Q: What type of batting do you use polyester or cotton batting for quilts? Why?? which one?? Thank you ... A: I use them all. If I want a high loft fluffy quilt I would use a polyester. I do like the cotton ... | |
| quilt construction/modification | 1/1/2011 |
| Q: What is the best way to enlarge a twin size pieced quilt to a queen size? I want to use the existing ... A: It really depends on the quality of the quilt. If this is a simple non heirloom quality quilt, my ... | |
| different fabrics for rag quilt | 10/24/2010 |
| Q: If I wanted to use chenille and cotton for my rag quilt, would they shrink differently or would they ... A: Chenille makes a very nice quilt square. It is esepcially nice in infant quilts. It is also ... | |
| Fram to attach sewing maching to for quilting | 10/8/2010 |
| Q: I recently attended the AQS show in Des Moines, Iowa with my sister who is a quilter and saw how ... A: I couldn't find directions. However several manufacturers have nice downloadable directions for ... | |
| stencils: fill out? | 9/12/2010 |
| Q: After drawing the stencil design onto the fabric, should I fill in the gaps between the lines? The ... A: Generally, No, the lines you quilt on are just those outlining the stenciled design. It is possible ... | |
| Antique Quilt | 8/11/2010 |
| Q: I have a quilt that was made in 1896, I know this because the date is appliqued on it. It was my ... A: Congratulations on having such a precious heirloom! Your best bet is to contact a quilt appraiser. ... | |
| antique quilting frame | 3/12/2010 |
| Q: I have an antique quilting frame from dead grand parents and want to know if it has any value or ... A: I apologize for my delay in answering you. Unfortunately, I don't have any experience with ... | |
| quilt planning7 | 1/21/2010 |
| Q: My search is for help in planning a quilt top made of strips. Each strip is made of strips of ... A: Color theory is quite a subject of deep study with quilters so this is not a simple question. ... | |
| Industrial vs Domestic sewing machine | 5/25/2008 |
| 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 ... | |
| Industrial vs Domestic sewing machine | 5/25/2008 |
| 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 ... | |
| sewing machines with free motion quilting ability | 5/13/2008 |
| 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 ... | |
| photo quilts | 4/10/2008 |
| 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 ... | |
| photo quilt | 4/3/2008 |
| 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 ... | |
| photo quilt | 3/24/2008 |
| Q: I mistakenly printed pictures for my photo quilt with a laser jet printer rather than an ink jet ... A: I believe I purchased it from Joann.com. Having that picture wash completely away is terrible. I ... | |
| photo quilt | 3/24/2008 |
| Q: I mistakenly printed pictures for my photo quilt with a laser jet printer rather than an ink jet ... A: What did you print your photos on? I have had no problems using the laser color in place of ink jet ... | |
| Total beginner | 2/28/2008 |
| Q: I have a 99$ brother sewing machine (for very light sewing). My question is can I quilt on it or do ... A: See if you can get a walking foot it would help. Any straight lines are nicely managed using your ... | |
| Sewing Triangles | 1/23/2008 |
| Q: I am trying to do a quilt called Irish Crosses. You cut 4 1/2" squares and then cut these squares in ... A: I don't know how the points will be cut off? If you use 1/4" seams carefully it should work out. ... | |
| pattern | 1/18/2008 |
| Q: I'm looking for a 1940 or 1950 baby quilt pattern that had baby animals on it, and can not find ... A: You're in luck. Vintage fabric and patterns are all the rage. Go to a nice quilt shop in your area ... | |
| Denim-flannel quilt | 1/17/2008 |
| Q: I got an idea to construct a denim/flannel quilt for my brother's wedding gift using denim or ... A: The challenge of using those two fabrics side by side is in the type and weights of fabrics. Denim ... | |
| machine quilting fleece | 12/7/2007 |
| Q: I just got a Pinnacle quilting frame and a Janome 1600P deeper throated machine. I have been ... A: Congratulations on your new set up. I actually have no idea if quilting two pieces of fleece would ... | |
| techniques before quilting on machine | 11/12/2007 |
| Q: I have made my first quilt hoping to give to my mother for christmas, made the sandwich started ... A: First I need to know if you either basted the quilt sandwich or used pins to secure the layers? If ... | |
| quilting sewing machines | 11/2/2007 |
| Q: I am a new quilter, have been simultaneous working on a handsewn sampler and also machine ... A: Congratulations on starting to quilt. I hope you will love it and have many years of enjoyment. ... | |
| quilting bees | 10/8/2007 |
| Q: My daughter is reading the story "Sarah, Plain and Tall" and needed to research quilting bees. She ... A: Yes, Dayna and Jennifer, there are still quilting bees. In fact, for the last few years quilters ... | |
| Hand Quilting Frame Recommendation | 8/26/2007 |
| Q: I am needing help in trying to figure out what kind of frame to purchase to quilt my daughters ... A: Lucky daughter to have a Mom to make her a quilt! Now, handquilting, that's heirloom quality, too. ... | |
| Cathedral Window Quilt | 7/10/2007 |
| Q: I'm just starting a Cathedral Window Quilt and have sewn together a row of 5 blocks across and 3 ... A: I can imagine that this quilt does become bulky. I think you want to make each triple separately, ... | |
| Applique thread & needle use | 6/20/2007 |
| Q: I need to know the pros and cons of using invisible nylon thread. My daughter is 22, so will not be ... A: Lynne, you're in luck - you have a Bernina so I know how to get it to work. Set up your bobbin ... | |
| Invisible Thread | 5/28/2007 |
| Q: I have been told when using invisible thread I should use it in the needle or the bobbin - NOT both. ... A: Yes this is correct. It isn't as stable as thread, which is plied and strong with very little ... | |
Quilting
Answers by Expert:
Patricia Fountain
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Expertise
I can answer questions about sewing machine for quilting, supplies, equipment, fabrics, and methods of piecing including applique, foundation piecing, machine quilting and hand quilting.
Experience
40 years of sewing expertise over 10 years quilting. I have experience making quilts for beds, garments, table items (placemats, runners, etc.) wall hangings, etc. I teach quilting and sewing at my home studio.
Organizations
American Quilting Society
Education/Credentials
NYS Certified Home Economics Teacher (FACS)
Home Serwing Association Trained Sewing Educator
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