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    Forum: Main
    01-15-2012, 04:34 AM
    Replies: 137
    Views: 25,781
    Posted By pollio

    Recently I found some polar fleece at WalMart for...

    Recently I found some polar fleece at WalMart for $2.94 a yard.I make little charity quilts for a local program called Hope Totes. Since I cant afford to spend much for fabrics, I thought it was a...
    Forum: Main
    01-15-2012, 04:13 AM
    Replies: 5
    Views: 1,873
    Posted By pollio

    need ruler with metal edge

    Does anyone know where I can get one of those plastic rulers with the metal piece along the cutting edge? I need a 24"x 6". I keep cutting into the edge of my ruler with my rotary cutter and it dulls...
    Forum: Main
    02-21-2011, 04:59 AM
    Replies: 119
    Views: 17,466
    Posted By pollio

    Even tho I recycle everything that I can , I do...

    Even tho I recycle everything that I can , I do buy my bras and panties. For years , Ive bought pkgs of panties
    from Sears because they seem to fit best and I like the slippery ones , cotton drags...
    Forum: Main
    02-21-2011, 04:45 AM
    Replies: 246
    Views: 26,274
    Posted By pollio

    wow, thanks Amma for the Alts code site. I saved...

    wow, thanks Amma for the Alts code site. I saved it on my desktop so I can refer to it later. Ill send it to friends who will appreciate it.
    Am I glad I joined this site, haha.
    Forum: Main
    02-21-2011, 04:40 AM
    Replies: 94
    Views: 14,228
    Posted By pollio

    How about raw edged piecing ? Just sew the pieces...

    How about raw edged piecing ? Just sew the pieces to a base fabric block, I use old sheets for this. When it is washed and dried , it will be "fluffy". Kids would love it , pets too. It feels nice.
    Forum: Main
    02-21-2011, 04:37 AM
    Replies: 4
    Views: 1,173
    Posted By pollio

    If you arent up to making a complete quilt but...

    If you arent up to making a complete quilt but want something for the bed, how about making what I call a "foot warmer"?
    Its about the same as a table runner but maybe thicker and can also be used...
    Forum: Main
    02-21-2011, 04:31 AM
    Replies: 13
    Views: 1,923
    Posted By pollio

    Once I saw an idea where someone used a hoola...

    Once I saw an idea where someone used a hoola hoop for a loom. I wanted to make a round rug so I found one at a garage sale , my favorite place to shop, haha. I wove the strips back and forth like a...
    Forum: Main
    02-21-2011, 04:19 AM
    Replies: 112
    Views: 15,021
    Posted By pollio

    mistake , hit the wrong key, for got how to spell...

    mistake , hit the wrong key, for got how to spell crazy and was trying spell checker.
    I was trying to say crazy quilts or strip piecing.
    Forum: Main
    02-21-2011, 04:18 AM
    Replies: 112
    Views: 15,021
    Posted By pollio

    Great colors for doo rags, arm bands, neck scarfs...

    Great colors for doo rags, arm bands, neck scarfs for would be "hells angels types".
    How about quay
    Forum: Pictures
    02-21-2011, 04:04 AM
    Replies: 240
    Views: 23,470
    Posted By pollio

    Great idea, you have such a creative mind and...

    Great idea, you have such a creative mind and this is a wonderful example of recycling . You could inspire others to do something of this nature maybe starting with a smaller project.
    Forum: Pictures
    02-21-2011, 03:55 AM
    Replies: 90
    Views: 9,520
    Posted By pollio

    Wouldnt this be a great project for teaching...

    Wouldnt this be a great project for teaching young people to sew. If they cant use a machine yet , maybe they could help to tack the fronts and backs together. It would teach them to do something for...
    Forum: Main
    02-21-2011, 03:44 AM
    Replies: 11
    Views: 1,417
    Posted By pollio

    Another idea for using sweaters, if you live up...

    Another idea for using sweaters, if you live up north in Winter, cut the long sleeves and pull them over your pants legs for extra warmth when you go out or if you have arthritis. If you bind the...
    Forum: Main
    02-21-2011, 03:30 AM
    Replies: 1
    Views: 794
    Posted By pollio

    Yesterday, a friend , younger woman who doesnt...

    Yesterday, a friend , younger woman who doesnt sew, said that her grandson has so many tshirts that he doesnt wear. She would like to make something for him with them. I suggested a tshirt quilt or...
    Forum: Main
    02-20-2011, 04:59 AM
    Replies: 11
    Views: 1,417
    Posted By pollio

    One item of clothing that is often discarded is...

    One item of clothing that is often discarded is old sweaters. Sometimes they get stretched or if they are wool , they may have been accidently shrunk in hot water or maybe they have holes or are just...
    Forum: Pictures
    02-20-2011, 04:46 AM
    Replies: 90
    Views: 9,520
    Posted By pollio

    I have found that among its other benefits,...

    I have found that among its other benefits, giving liberates the soul of the giver.
    Maya Angelou



    Keep up the good work, you are appreciated greatly.
    Forum: Pictures
    02-20-2011, 04:24 AM
    Replies: 78
    Views: 9,426
    Posted By pollio

    Wonky? looks great to me. You know the Amish put...

    Wonky? looks great to me. You know the Amish put some little mistake in their quilts, it keeps them feeling humble. None of us are perfect.
    Forum: Main
    02-20-2011, 04:01 AM
    Replies: 145
    Views: 13,734
    Posted By pollio

    Beautiful, you should be proud.

    Beautiful, you should be proud.
    Forum: QuiltingBoard Challenges & Contests
    02-19-2011, 07:07 AM
    Replies: 1,873
    Views: 218,699
    Posted By pollio

    Hi Rick, would be happy to help you. like I...

    Hi Rick, would be happy to help you. like I said, Im not perfectionist and like to make and break the rules. The best advise I can give newbies is , keep and open mind to any and all design ideas...
    Forum: QuiltingBoard Challenges & Contests
    02-19-2011, 06:45 AM
    Replies: 1,873
    Views: 218,699
    Posted By pollio

    Id be happy to help any newbies. I dont do...

    Id be happy to help any newbies. I dont do traditional quilting, Im too impatient and love to try new ways of manipulating fabric. I have a heat gun and have done some fun stuff with manmade fabrics...
    Forum: Main
    02-19-2011, 06:29 AM
    Replies: 136
    Views: 15,754
    Posted By pollio

    Batiks are my favorites. When I need a special...

    Batiks are my favorites. When I need a special piece of fabric for a project for example , sky fabric with clouds, I get out my paints and create it. When I need grass with flowers, I create it. Its...
    Forum: Pictures
    02-16-2011, 09:02 AM
    Replies: 71
    Views: 11,766
    Posted By pollio

    Wow, what a great sewing /craft room. It brings...

    Wow, what a great sewing /craft room. It brings tears to my eyes. When I moved to Fl. 3 yrs ago, I had to give up my great sewing rooms, yes , I had two bedrooms, shelves floor to ceiling and wall to...
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