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Post by krisinmi on Mar 17, 2016 15:49:14 GMT
jangirl, manygoatsnmore, I will get your fabric mailed out today. I'm so glad to see so many people joining in. And all the encouraging discussion and helpful advice. mollymckee, hit the nail on the head: the great thing about this forum quilt is the friendships, not the perfect piecing skills.
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Post by Maura on Mar 17, 2016 20:57:35 GMT
If a block is not perfect, you can always r-r-r-rip it out and try again. Or, put borders on to make it square. If I win, I’ll make them all pretty!
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Post by motdaugrnds on Mar 17, 2016 21:00:05 GMT
ROFL I'm giggling already knowing I won't be the only one who might turn in something laughable...I just hope the one winning can make use of it without too much embarrassment... Yeah! Nothing to fear! Maura is here! ROFL
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Post by Melissa on Mar 17, 2016 22:03:40 GMT
I have seen hundreds of blocks over the years and I liked them all!
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Post by dw on Mar 17, 2016 22:44:48 GMT
Can't wait to see the fabric...just might have to buy some to match. LOL!!! I'm trying to stay out of the fabric store and it is hard.
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Post by Deleted on Mar 18, 2016 1:51:11 GMT
Can't wait to see the fabric...just might have to buy some to match. LOL!!! I'm trying to stay out of the fabric store and it is hard. So that's why you need a B I G stash, DW. So you won't have to try so darned hard to stay out of fabric stores. Hint: buying online isn't the same as being in a 'real' store, and takes absolutely no effort at all... I'm looking forward to seeing the fabric as well. Any hints, krisinmi?
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Post by Deleted on Mar 18, 2016 1:51:44 GMT
Can't wait to see the fabric...just might have to buy some to match. LOL!!! I'm trying to stay out of the fabric store and it is hard. Sorry for the double post - Proboards appears to be having a bit of an issue at the moment.
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Post by manygoatsnmore on Mar 18, 2016 3:11:56 GMT
Thanks for the encouragement, everyone! I'm looking forward to seeing the fabric and figuring out what I'm going to do with it. I know I can count on all of you to talk me through it if I hit a bump in the road (or seam). It may end up being a "crazy quilt square" without me setting out to make one, lol!
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Post by krisinmi on Mar 18, 2016 18:01:13 GMT
@kiwifarmgal , a hint would ruin the suspense I'll say that it's colorful and should make everyone think of warm weather.
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Post by jangirl on Mar 18, 2016 21:08:12 GMT
If we start a "scholarship" fund to help out with postage and/or fabric let me know. Me, too. I'll be glad to chip in! Believe me, folks, I'm probably the WORST seamstress in the country, but I enjoy doing this. I'm always leery of sending my block, knowing it won't measure up to those professional looking ones, but it's fun anyway!
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Post by manygoatsnmore on Mar 18, 2016 22:04:19 GMT
Count me in for the scholarship fund, too. I'll send a donation back with my block.
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Post by jangirl on Mar 19, 2016 16:24:28 GMT
Thanks, krisinmi, I look forward to seeing the fabric and figuring out what to do with it!
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Post by mzgarden on Mar 19, 2016 16:44:51 GMT
My fabric arrived! I really like it -- now to go watch some how to learn to quilt videos, lol.
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Post by calicokatie1 on Mar 19, 2016 19:57:20 GMT
I got my fabric and it is loverly! Great choice, krisinmi, this is very easy to work with and will go with almost anything. I had several patterns in mind but I want to think about it another day or so before deciding which one it will be.
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Post by Billie on Mar 19, 2016 20:46:39 GMT
My fabric arrived today, too!! I love it, I have several fabrics very similar to it as one day I plan to make a quilt using all things from the state of We used to live there 3 separate times and I miss springtime there. Oh, what fun this fabric is.
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Post by krisinmi on Mar 19, 2016 21:10:31 GMT
I have to confess, I did not choose or purchase the fabric. It came from the stash of a very generous member who pm'ed me last year when I first posted the poll asking if there was interest in doing a forum quilt. She kindly offered to donate fabric to get us started; all I did was give her a general theme.
I think it's very pretty and will lend itself to a variety of colors. Glad everyone is liking it.
Our donor can reveal herself if she wishes, or stay anonymous.
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Post by dw on Mar 19, 2016 21:49:43 GMT
I think I need to go out to the mailbox!!!
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Post by motdaugrnds on Mar 19, 2016 23:42:04 GMT
My 12" square was in the mailbox waiting for me. I really like the fabric as it is cheerful and lends itself to much imaginations. Thanks Kris. Went thru my 40 yr old sewing chest and found all kinds of tools I can work with for this project, though found absolutely no cloth. Thus, will need to make a run to the fabric mart and ENJOY looking over their remnants.
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Post by mollymckee on Mar 20, 2016 2:49:47 GMT
Love the Fabric!
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Post by Billie on Mar 20, 2016 4:14:11 GMT
After my granddaughters left this afternoon I have spent all evening auditioning fabrics and patterns. I think I have finally found the one (if I don't change my mind, again!!)
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Post by Maura on Mar 20, 2016 5:12:11 GMT
Got the square! Nice choice, real nice.
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Post by Deleted on Mar 20, 2016 5:14:19 GMT
Yeah, and I notice that NONE of you that's received the fabric is sharing any details. Driving me crazy.
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Post by wvterri on Mar 20, 2016 5:56:21 GMT
My 12" square was in the mailbox waiting for me. I really like the fabric as it is cheerful and lends itself to much imaginations. Thanks Kris. Went thru my 40 yr old sewing chest and found all kinds of tools I can work with for this project, though found absolutely no cloth. Thus, will need to make a run to the fabric mart and ENJOY looking over their remnants. Ohhh, a run to the fabric store, that's dangerous for me! It's not even safe for me to look online. I'm such an addict...
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Post by wvterri on Mar 20, 2016 6:03:42 GMT
Yeah, and I notice that NONE of you that's received the fabric is sharing any details. Driving me crazy. But that's some of what makes it fun!
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Post by dw on Mar 20, 2016 12:19:14 GMT
Oh, yes, it was in the mail...decisions!
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Post by Billie on Mar 20, 2016 18:40:11 GMT
@kiwifarmgal, we are just terrible, aren't we, teasing you like this!!!!!!
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Post by dw on Mar 20, 2016 21:51:02 GMT
Question...as I've found the material at home...do I need to wash the material you sent me?
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Post by krisinmi on Mar 20, 2016 22:52:53 GMT
Question...as I've found the material at home...do I need to wash the material you sent me? No, it should be prewashed.
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Post by Deleted on Mar 21, 2016 0:07:45 GMT
@kiwifarmgal , we are just terrible, aren't we, teasing you like this!!!!!! In a word.... Yes. But that's fine.
OK, I'm lying.
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Post by dw on Mar 21, 2016 1:12:48 GMT
Here's a BIG clue...it's very pretty!!!! LOL
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