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    Forum: Main
    05-05-2011, 04:47 AM
    Replies: 11
    Views: 1,400
    Posted By Curley

    Remember to use a small stitch when sewing: it...

    Remember to use a small stitch when sewing: it makes removing the paper easier.

    When preparing your fabrics for sewing, I measure each piece at it's widest point and add 1/2" and cut...
    Forum: Main
    03-31-2011, 01:26 AM
    Replies: 188
    Views: 18,068
    Posted By Curley

    Some of those color blends are...

    Some of those color blends are available...............check out the batik fabrics.
    Forum: Main
    03-30-2011, 07:36 AM
    Replies: 188
    Views: 18,068
    Posted By Curley

    My daughter's room has been converted to my...

    My daughter's room has been converted to my sewing/computer room
    When anyone ask's my dh where I am....he responds "her hole" ......that is usually from his computer room. Do you all think I should...
    Forum: Main
    03-29-2011, 02:34 AM
    Replies: 188
    Views: 18,068
    Posted By Curley

    Yes, quilting is addictive but less expensive...

    Yes, quilting is addictive but less expensive than psychotherapy. ;)
    Forum: Main
    03-29-2011, 02:33 AM
    Replies: 188
    Views: 18,068
    Posted By Curley

    As a young quilter I was told, the time spent...

    As a young quilter I was told, the time spent hand quilting your quilt gives you time to plan your next quilt.
    Forum: General Chit-Chat (non-quilting talk)
    03-09-2011, 12:04 PM
    Replies: 6
    Views: 816
    Posted By Curley

    How did you change your user name. I want to...

    How did you change your user name. I want to change mine.
    Forum: General Chit-Chat (non-quilting talk)
    03-09-2011, 06:35 AM
    Replies: 3
    Views: 631
    Posted By Curley

    How can I change my user name?

    How can I change my user name?
    Forum: Introduce Yourself
    03-04-2011, 06:03 PM
    Replies: 66
    Views: 7,021
    Posted By Curley

    I know Numa, but I might know you also.

    I know Numa, but I might know you also.
    Forum: Introduce Yourself
    03-04-2011, 04:28 PM
    Replies: 66
    Views: 7,021
    Posted By Curley

    I know you....in fact, I saw you just a few days...

    I know you....in fact, I saw you just a few days ago. Nice to see you here...
    Forum: Introduce Yourself
    03-04-2011, 09:40 AM
    Replies: 66
    Views: 7,021
    Posted By Curley

    If that house is just down the road from the...

    If that house is just down the road from the Methodist church, I know exactly where it is.
    Have you ever thought about going to the Martha Washington Quilt guild? You will be most welcome
    Forum: Introduce Yourself
    03-04-2011, 06:28 AM
    Replies: 66
    Views: 7,021
    Posted By Curley

    Good Morning, my friend. Good to see you here. ...

    Good Morning, my friend. Good to see you here.
    Indeed, we have a good quilt guild in Washington, Pa.
    Forum: Introduce Yourself
    03-04-2011, 06:11 AM
    Replies: 66
    Views: 7,021
    Posted By Curley

    Nanci t Good grief, we are neighbors. My...

    Nanci t Good grief, we are neighbors. My address is Scenery Hill, Pa. but the next road over is Eighty Four,Pa.
    Forum: Introduce Yourself
    03-04-2011, 04:17 AM
    Replies: 66
    Views: 7,021
    Posted By Curley

    Welcome. Glad to have you. I grew up in...

    Welcome. Glad to have you.
    I grew up in Pittsburgh but now live in rural Washington county.
    Forum: Main
    02-17-2011, 02:15 PM
    Replies: 120
    Views: 14,343
    Posted By Curley

    I forgot, I do have a featherweight that I take...

    I forgot, I do have a featherweight that I take to classes and for guild sewing. Don't think
    "Rosie" would like being bounced around.
    Forum: Main
    02-17-2011, 02:11 PM
    Replies: 120
    Views: 14,343
    Posted By Curley

    Try Jenome. Personally, I have an Elna...

    Try Jenome.
    Personally, I have an Elna Quilter's dream maching . Her name is Rosie and I love her. :roll:
    Forum: Main
    02-10-2011, 08:23 AM
    Replies: 84
    Views: 11,926
    Posted By Curley

    I forgot to tell you all one important thing. I...

    I forgot to tell you all one important thing. I wear a finger cot on the index finger of my right hand. This helps to pull the needle out.
    Finger cots can be bought at quilt stores for tons of...
    Forum: Main
    02-10-2011, 07:11 AM
    Replies: 84
    Views: 11,926
    Posted By Curley

    I do use my thumb on the top of the quilt to...

    I do use my thumb on the top of the quilt to control the size of the stitch. Most times, the stitch does not need to be altered but yes, sometimes I do that.
    Forum: Main
    02-10-2011, 04:57 AM
    Replies: 84
    Views: 11,926
    Posted By Curley

    I use a rotating floor stand or a Q snap frame. ...

    I use a rotating floor stand or a Q snap frame. Curves are done the same as straight line quilting except limit your number of stitches on your needle to three or four max.
    Forum: Main
    02-09-2011, 03:01 PM
    Replies: 84
    Views: 11,926
    Posted By Curley

    I have very large hands. Large and extra large...

    I have very large hands. Large and extra large thimbles are available....especially in the good quilt shops. You may have to pay 8-10 dollars for a good one but it is worth it.................My...
    Forum: Main
    02-09-2011, 06:36 AM
    Replies: 84
    Views: 11,926
    Posted By Curley

    There are hand quilting classes out there. In...

    There are hand quilting classes out there. In fact, I am teaching one at the end of this month.
    Forum: Main
    02-09-2011, 06:33 AM
    Replies: 84
    Views: 11,926
    Posted By Curley

    Maybe I can help you. Handquilting is my...

    Maybe I can help you.

    Handquilting is my favorite. The quest is for even stitches , on the top and on the bottom. The number is not so important. When counting your number of stitches per...
    Forum: Main
    01-28-2011, 09:04 AM
    Replies: 48
    Views: 16,187
    Posted By Curley

    I use a #11 Roxanne and a #11 John James gold...

    I use a #11 Roxanne and a #11 John James gold eye. Roxannes are available at most lqs or on line. When I go to the Lancaster quilt show, most of the vendors have them.
    I do not limit the number of...
    Forum: Main
    01-28-2011, 08:02 AM
    Replies: 48
    Views: 16,187
    Posted By Curley

    I had been using Roxanne needles for a long time....

    I had been using Roxanne needles for a long time. Yes, I do bend them.
    An experienced quilter that I know recommended John James gold eye needles. They are stronger and do not bend as easily.
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