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Adding some fun to the blog! Funny Quilting Cartoon

admin — Mon, 31 Aug 2009 22:36:47 +0000

Some fun quilting humor to lighten up the blog

Warning: this vehicle stops at all fabric shops.

Old quilters never die, they just go batty

I’ve spent most of my life making quilts. The rest I’ve just wasted.

ODE TO A QUILTER’S HUSBAND by Cindy Thury Smith 1983

The husband of this quilter is a very special, patient guy—
Who doesn’t complain about how much fabric his wife may buy.
Through the years he’s picked up a lot of quilting lore—
Because on this subject his wife can get to be quite a bore.
He’s learned better than to throw away any old odd shaped scrap—
Because it’s likely that’s the one she’ll need to fill her design gap.
He know if he enters the quilting room his feet will get pins in—
And he’s learned there’s not just red, but brick, rust, scarlet and crimson.
He knows how she snorts when she sees an ordinary bedspread—
Cuz in HER house there’s only personally designed quilts instead.
He knows when she meets another quilter there’ll be fast and furious talkin’—
And at a quilt show there’ll be lots of scribbling and gawkin’.
He thinks of quilt-mania as a kind of creative affliction—
That can only be controlled by regular doses of stitchin’.
He knows she quilts for enjoyment, not for money,
Cuz she does quilts that are traditional, modern and some just plain funny!
And though all my cutting, designing, sewing and quilting through the years—
He’s always been interested, supportive, patient, and very, very dear. Thanks, honey.

Kaffe Fassetts wonderful Collections

admin — Mon, 31 Aug 2009 22:26:17 +0000

It was a terrible rainy day here on the Outer Banks today, just one of those days where it is so dark it makes you feel so tired. So I figured I would come online and ramble about the next project I would like to do. I honestly did not feel like quilting at all! So I decided to pull a few quilting books down to do a little research on what I want my next project to be. The book I kept going back to was Kaffe Fassets passionate patchwork and doing the Pinwheel Tablecloth(except making it bigger) but not sure…pinwheels are so beautiful but they sure drive me nuts. I really think the quilt would be so pretty in his I believe newest collection Glorious Color, but I would definately have to find a good solid to tone it down with.

The collection is so pretty, I love the colors in it. Sometimes I wish I had just even half of the imagination the Kaffe Has. His fabrics are so vibrant and alive.

Hopefully this will be a project I can complete. With our kids starting school last week I definately seem to have a little more alone time!
Happy quilting or Rambling,
Jen

Kaffe Fasset Persimmon Green Quilting Fabric FQ
US $3.00
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Kaffe Fasset Lichen Lilac Quilting Fabric FQ
US $3.00
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Kaffe Fasset Lichen Ochre Quilting Fabric FQ
US $3.00
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Quilt Kits, the perfect gift for someone else or you!

admin — Tue, 28 Jul 2009 17:29:01 +0000

I have been banging my head on a project I want to do for my daughters bedroom, She is fussy and like a typical 9 year old girl she likes the pinks and purples. I have been to six quilt stores and nothing seems to fit what I am looking for. So after two months of searching I finally decided to have her pick a kit online rather then stacking bolts and putting them back. She picked a Shabby kit, lots of Cottage Chic fabrics in it…. I am patiently awaiting its arrival in the mail. The pattern looks simple enough and the fabrics look beautiful. Now I am kicking myself for not just getting a kit earlier. Sometimes it is the best way to go and can end up being a lot less expensive and stressful. I find when I am picking things for family members(family members that I like anyways) or for myself I just spend hours on end until my head is about ready to burst. Will update the post when the kit arrives. I cant wait! We are totally doing a much needed re-do on my daughters bedroom and picking out the fabrics have been holding us back.
TIP:
One thing I did do is pick a King Size Quilt kit(my daughters bed is actually just a full size bed) but I figured that would give me room for error and possibly a couple throw pillows or valances if I do not make any mistakes. Total cost of kit was $65.00 on ebay…not to shabby

Moda Modascapes Charm Pack 42 Quilt Fabric Squares Kit
US $2.59 (3 Bids)
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Three Six Nine Quilt Kit, pattern & fabric, Moda
US $29.99 (0 Bid)
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3 Moda PINDOT - Charm 126 5" Quilt Fabric Squares Kit
US $19.99 (0 Bid)
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Rick Rack Quilt Kit, pattern & fabric, Moda
US $24.99 (0 Bid)
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Rick Rack Quilt Kit, pattern & fabric, Moda
US $24.99 (0 Bid)
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Happy Quilting,
Jen

Quilt Teacher’s Ten Commandments

admin — Mon, 20 Jul 2009 14:13:19 +0000

Thought I would add this post…it is so fun

1. Thou shalt not ridicule a student’s choice of fabrics nor their colors; a student’s taste should be reflected in their work

2. Thou shalt not require excessive expenditures for a class; thou dost not know a student’s financial situation.

3. Thou shalt provide students with clearly written and illustrated handouts. Thou shalt be able to explain a
construction step with more than one method.(written, verbal, visual)

4. Thou shalt provide value for their money; at least one other variation of the quilt in addition to the standard.

5. Thou shalt be on time, start on time and provide time for questions.

6. Thou shalt circulate amongst the students, checking progress,even if thy feet dost hurt.

7. Thou shalt find something positive to say about each student’s work. Thou shalt not have a “My way or no way” frame of mind; creativity comes in many forms.

8. When a student makes a good suggestion, thou will announce it to the class and give credit where due.

9. Thou shalt allow some time after class to help anyone who sews at a more leisurely pace.

10. Thou shalt show numerous samples; and if thou dost not have numerous samples done, make suggestions for other applications of the pattern.

Author: Cindy Thury Smith

Thought this was a cute share for you quilting teachers out there!

Chirp 40 Layer Cake 10" Squares Robert Kaufman Fabric
US $26.99
Auction Ends: Saturday Jul-31-2010 13:05:12 PDT
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Off White Solid Layer Cake 10" Moda Precut Quilt Fabric
US $19.99 (0 Bid)
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Black Solids Layer Cake 10" Moda Precut Quilt Fabric
US $19.99 (1 Bid)
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30's Solid Layer Cake 10" Moda Precut Quilt Fabric NEW
US $19.99 (0 Bid)
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BIG BLOCKS, BIG QUILTS Layer Cake Fabric Quilt Book NEW
US $17.50 (4 Bids)
Auction Ends: Saturday Jul-31-2010 15:43:51 PDT
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MARBLE BOTANICALS LAYER CAKES 10" Moda Fabric Squares
US $34.95
Auction Ends: Saturday Jul-31-2010 18:46:29 PDT
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Neptune by Tula Pink for Moda Fabric

admin — Wed, 15 Jul 2009 17:48:12 +0000

Moda Spana Women's Neptune Sandal - sz 7.5
US $59.99
Auction Ends: Thursday Aug-05-2010 6:30:22 PDT
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Moda NEPTUNE by Tula Pink Quilt Fabric - 1 yard
US $7.99
Auction Ends: Friday Aug-06-2010 22:12:30 PDT
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Moda Spana Women's Neptune Sandal - sz 8.5
US $59.99
Auction Ends: Monday Aug-23-2010 0:06:39 PDT
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This collection is so pretty yet sophisticated. Inspired by the ocean, the colors are amazing, very modern. You can see the quilt she created here with all of these yummy prints. Tula Pink is famous for hiding images in her prints, you will find some seashells, mermaid scales, submarines and turtles. After looking at the gorgeous quilt that was created using this collection, It is definitely one I want to get my hands on, especially since we do live on the ocean. Plan on grabbing a charm pack off of Ebay today!
Happy Quilting,
Jen
Two thimbles up fro Moda Neptune!

How to Quilt

admin — Mon, 13 Jul 2009 14:43:11 +0000

Stack N Store Bobbin Tower

admin — Fri, 26 Jun 2009 13:53:56 +0000

Just a quick post this Friday. I just bought this product, the stack n store bobbin tower because I am terrible with bobbins! I just change them out and toss them into my sewing box and before you know it the string monster is everywhere in there. Well I just organized all my bobbins by color and level in this gizmo. So far I give it a A plus, I like the fact it is compact enough I can let it sit by the machine…now lets just see if I keep up with it.

CLOVER STACK N STORE BOBBIN TOWER ,NANCY ZIEMAN ~NIP
US $13.93
Auction Ends: Sunday Aug-01-2010 21:31:38 PDT
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Stack 'N Store Bobbin Tower with Nancy Zieman CL9508
US $21.95
Auction Ends: Tuesday Aug-03-2010 12:47:17 PDT
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Some of the best Quilting Quotes

admin — Fri, 19 Jun 2009 19:58:05 +0000

Thought I would share some of my favorite quilting quotes with everyone:

I am a quilter and my house is in pieces.

Quilters affect eternity; they can never tell where their influence stops.

I am a material girl. Wanna see my fabric collection?

Before Prozac, there was quilting.

Blankets wrap you in warmth, quilts wrap you in love.

Ask not what your fabric can do for you, but what you can do for your fabric.

Good friends are like Quilts. They age with you, yet never lose their warmth.

Quilting is cheap therapy.

Happy Quilting,
Jen

Moda Lumiere de Noel Charm Pack 42 Quilt Fabric Squares
US $5.59 (6 Bids)
Auction Ends: Saturday Jul-31-2010 13:01:36 PDT
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3 Moda Half Moon Charm Packs 126 Quilt Fabric Squares
US $18.95 (0 Bid)
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3 Moda Tweet Tweet Charm Packs 126 Quilt Fabric Squares
US $18.95 (0 Bid)
Auction Ends: Saturday Jul-31-2010 13:23:37 PDT
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Moda Luna Notte Charm Pack 42 5" Quilt Fabric Squares
US $3.28 (7 Bids)
Auction Ends: Saturday Jul-31-2010 13:25:37 PDT
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LUMIERE DE NOEL~5" SQ~MODA~CHARM PACK~FRENCH GENERAL
US $7.99
Auction Ends: Saturday Jul-31-2010 13:41:31 PDT
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Charm Packs, What are they?

admin — Tue, 02 Jun 2009 14:11:28 +0000

Charm Packs are great pre-cut 5″ squares that usually come in packs by collection. They are just so fun and so many different things can be done with them. You really can have a fast quilt top in a day. Although I recommend buying more then 1 pack. I usually get at least three of them and that will get a pretty decent size quilt with adding borders. Possibly the best thing about charm packs are they are cut so precisely that you rarely have to worry about your seams matching up.
Here are some links to some really great Free charm Pack Patterns:
Charm Quilt
Table Runner I love this one!!
Tote Bag

Happy Quilting,

Jen

Moda Lumiere de Noel Charm Pack 42 Quilt Fabric Squares
US $5.59 (6 Bids)
Auction Ends: Saturday Jul-31-2010 13:01:36 PDT
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3 Moda Half Moon Charm Packs 126 Quilt Fabric Squares
US $18.95 (0 Bid)
Auction Ends: Saturday Jul-31-2010 13:05:36 PDT
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3 Moda Tweet Tweet Charm Packs 126 Quilt Fabric Squares
US $18.95 (0 Bid)
Auction Ends: Saturday Jul-31-2010 13:23:37 PDT
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Moda Luna Notte Charm Pack 42 5" Quilt Fabric Squares
US $3.28 (7 Bids)
Auction Ends: Saturday Jul-31-2010 13:25:37 PDT
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Fairy Frost Fabric Charms Pack 50 NEW COLORS~ Gift Idea
US $9.95
Auction Ends: Saturday Jul-31-2010 13:32:03 PDT
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What are Jelly Rolls?

admin — Tue, 02 Jun 2009 14:03:43 +0000

I figured I would discuss Jelly Rolls today. Jelly Rolls are a bundled of fabric(usually from the same line or collection)cut in 2.5″ strips by 44″. They are also a quick and easy way to assemble a quilt in no time flat. Moda manufactures the best Jelly Rolls on the market in my opinion. They like Charm Packs over time can become very addicting. Here are some free patterns I have found online that are super easy and fun to do with those Jelly Rolls.

Hugs and Kisses

Boxy Stars

Happy Quilting,

Jen

C) WHITE PRINTS Quilt Jelly Roll Fabric Strips (#49)
US $7.99
Auction Ends: Saturday Jul-31-2010 12:51:33 PDT
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D) BATIK Quilt Fabric Strips Jelly Roll Quilts (#83A)
US $9.99
Auction Ends: Saturday Jul-31-2010 12:52:18 PDT
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JELLY ROLL Brown & Pink STRIP QUILT 100% COTTON FABRIC!
US $8.99 (1 Bid)
Auction Ends: Saturday Jul-31-2010 13:01:58 PDT
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Origins BasicGrey Jelly Roll 40 2.5" Stripe Moda Fabric
US $25.99
Auction Ends: Saturday Jul-31-2010 13:26:30 PDT
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FANDANGO Moda Jelly Roll 2.5" Quilt Fabric Strips NEW
US $24.00 (1 Bid)
Auction Ends: Saturday Jul-31-2010 14:19:51 PDT
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