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    Forum: Main
    08-10-2008, 07:11 PM
    Replies: 9
    Views: 8,219
    Posted By Melissa

    I made a quilt that was foundation-pieced with...

    I made a quilt that was foundation-pieced with muslin. I've noticed that quilt is feels much heavier than any other quilt I've made. I've tried using different materials to make it that heavy but...
    Forum: Main
    08-06-2008, 10:22 PM
    Replies: 35
    Views: 6,140
    Posted By Melissa

    The Wal-Mart where I live has a tiny fabric/craft...

    The Wal-Mart where I live has a tiny fabric/craft department, which is sad because it was pretty big until they made the switch to a "Super" center.

    The best fabric/craft department I have ever...
    Forum: Main
    07-29-2008, 11:05 AM
    Replies: 21
    Views: 2,438
    Posted By Melissa

    Thanks everybody! I don't know the next time...

    Thanks everybody! I don't know the next time I'll be able to have a day all to myself again. Usually DH and I take turns having a day. I'm assuming it probably won't be until after Christmas....I...
    Forum: Main
    07-28-2008, 04:25 PM
    Replies: 21
    Views: 2,438
    Posted By Melissa

    Here's Devin's quilt. Definitely inspired by...

    Here's Devin's quilt. Definitely inspired by Chele's crazy fabric for her BOMs. :) I used that bamboo batting that I got on clearance at JoAnns. I don't like it. Every time the fabric rubs against...
    Forum: Main
    07-27-2008, 09:34 PM
    Replies: 15
    Views: 2,133
    Posted By Melissa

    Picture C is called Illinois Rose. I recognized...

    Picture C is called Illinois Rose. I recognized it with the little slip of paper that came with my templates.

    It's from the book "Happy Trail" by Pepper Cory. Later the same book was printed as...
    Forum: Main
    07-27-2008, 08:41 PM
    Replies: 21
    Views: 2,438
    Posted By Melissa

    My day was GREAT, Elizabeth, thanks for asking! ...

    My day was GREAT, Elizabeth, thanks for asking! I got a lot accomplished! I finished the neverending baby quilt, I finished Devin's "Birthday Quilt", I tried working on the BOM pattern that...
    Forum: Main
    07-26-2008, 06:59 PM
    Replies: 21
    Views: 2,438
    Posted By Melissa

    Thaat sounds like a good idea Patty (especially...

    Thaat sounds like a good idea Patty (especially the part about the chocolate ;)) Thanks for reminding me too that I need to bring slippers or socks. It could be 90 degrees outside and my feet will...
    Forum: Main
    07-26-2008, 04:36 AM
    Replies: 21
    Views: 2,438
    Posted By Melissa

    I've got lots of WIPs. But I always have to try...

    I've got lots of WIPs. But I always have to try something new. LOL. I have a few things that are just about done that I could actually try to finish. Probably my main goal is to finish a quilt I...
    Forum: Main
    07-25-2008, 08:46 PM
    Replies: 21
    Views: 2,438
    Posted By Melissa

    So it's not often that I get a chance to sew ALL...

    So it's not often that I get a chance to sew ALL DAY with no interruptions but it looks like Sunday will be that day. I have quite a few projects that are just about done and I don't know what to...
    Forum: Pictures
    07-18-2008, 10:49 PM
    Replies: 33
    Views: 3,443
    Posted By Melissa

    Those are so pretty! I can't wait to see them...

    Those are so pretty! I can't wait to see them all together!
    Forum: Pictures
    07-18-2008, 07:41 PM
    Replies: 19
    Views: 2,634
    Posted By Melissa

    That butterfly quilt is A.W.E.S.O.M.E.! It...

    That butterfly quilt is A.W.E.S.O.M.E.! It definitely wins 1st place with me!
    Forum: Pictures
    07-18-2008, 07:37 PM
    Replies: 37
    Views: 10,656
    Posted By Melissa

    I love the green! It's so pretty. I love the...

    I love the green! It's so pretty. I love the Irish Chain pattern. I have 2 Irish Chains right now that need to be quilted...thanks for the inspiration!
    07-18-2008, 07:29 PM
    Replies: 10
    Views: 11,549
    Posted By Melissa

    This may be a silly question, but I'm going to...

    This may be a silly question, but I'm going to ask it anyway :mrgreen: ...

    Are these really feasible with a sewing machine or do you have to be a sewing all-star to get them to look decent and...
    Forum: Recipes
    07-10-2008, 05:18 AM
    Replies: 15
    Views: 1,945
    Posted By Melissa

    This isn't really a recipe suggestion, but when I...

    This isn't really a recipe suggestion, but when I roll out pie crusts, I always use a floured pastry cloth. I also put a sleeve on my rolling pin. It just makes life so much simpler. :) Otherwise...
    Forum: Main
    07-10-2008, 03:44 AM
    Replies: 15
    Views: 2,964
    Posted By Melissa

    I got a twin size package at JoAnn a few weeks...

    I got a twin size package at JoAnn a few weeks back that was on clearance for $3.97. I haven't had the chance to use it yet, but I figured for that price I'd give it a try.
    07-08-2008, 03:57 PM
    Replies: 55
    Views: 8,716
    Posted By Melissa

    Yes I read Patrice's measurements and made sure...

    Yes I read Patrice's measurements and made sure to take care when I cut them. so far it's going pretty good! I've only ripped one seam so far. ;)
    07-08-2008, 01:46 PM
    Replies: 55
    Views: 8,716
    Posted By Melissa

    Oh yay, oh yay! The mailman just came and...

    Oh yay, oh yay!

    The mailman just came and delivered a package from DonnaRae filled with templates!

    I can't wait to sit at the sewing machine and figure it out! Too bad I have to wait for DH to...
    07-08-2008, 11:48 AM
    Replies: 13
    Views: 1,143
    Posted By Melissa

    Hi! Welome to the board. This is a great place...

    Hi! Welome to the board. This is a great place to learn new things!
    Forum: Recipes
    07-08-2008, 06:18 AM
    Replies: 1
    Views: 926
    Posted By Melissa

    2 large eggs 1/2 cup milk 1/2 cup flour 1/8...

    2 large eggs
    1/2 cup milk
    1/2 cup flour
    1/8 tsp salt
    1 Tablespoon sugar
    1 tablespoon margarine

    set oven to 400 degrees
    Put 1 tablespoon margarine in a pie plate. melt in the oven.
    While...
    Forum: Pictures
    07-07-2008, 05:03 PM
    Replies: 38
    Views: 3,490
    Posted By Melissa

    Everything is so lovely! I especially like the...

    Everything is so lovely! I especially like the case with the music notes.
    Forum: Pictures
    07-07-2008, 03:36 PM
    Replies: 55
    Views: 5,041
    Posted By Melissa

    Wow, that is so pretty! I just love the colors...

    Wow, that is so pretty! I just love the colors you used.
    07-03-2008, 07:43 AM
    07-03-2008, 06:26 AM
    Replies: 55
    Views: 8,716
    Posted By Melissa

    DonnaRae, what a pretty block!!! I don't...

    DonnaRae, what a pretty block!!!

    I don't mind the paper piecing or the Y-seams.

    I just don't have a printer to print the templates... :( :( :(

    I've gone as far before as to trace the...
    Forum: Main
    07-01-2008, 05:04 AM
    Replies: 20
    Views: 6,198
    Posted By Melissa

    Thanks pocoellie. The lady emailed me back that...

    Thanks pocoellie. The lady emailed me back that someone else wanted it. I'm not getting my hopes up. I really like the machine I have now, but I can never really turn down free stuff. :oops: Oh...
    Forum: Main
    06-30-2008, 06:57 PM
    Replies: 20
    Views: 6,198
    Posted By Melissa

    I am going to try to get one off craigslist. ...

    I am going to try to get one off craigslist. Just wondered if anyone has one and likes/dislikes it. Best part about it...

    IT'S FREE!
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