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From: Carmela
Date: 08-27-2005, 11:34 AM (1 of 8)
I have been a "beginners for years I have no confidence I love it but afraid to make anything bigger then 45 x 64 [odd size] I did go for lessons and moral support But can't find anyone close by Now thats my story And I am sticking to it Hey stop and smell the roses cause life is tooooooooo short 
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User: Carmela
Member since: 10-21-2001 Total posts: 38 |
From: JackieW
Date: 08-27-2005, 11:47 AM (2 of 8)
But that's how you start, small! That's how I did it. It took patience and a lot of practice, but if you really like it, stick with it and you'll be surprised at the results over time. I've made quite a few quilts and have sold a couple. After I gained a little more confidence, I made the quilts for my brother and sister-in-law's cabin up north and everyone commented. So we're here to help and give you a little push... 
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User: JackieW
Member since: 08-25-2005 Total posts: 10 |
From: Carmela
Date: 08-27-2005, 12:16 PM (3 of 8)
You are soooooooooo kind I need some pushing I'll yell when I need help Or write when I need a pat on the back Hey stop and smell the roses cause life is tooooooooooo short With that in mind and being retired no kids home I do just about what I want ....... But it's funny still must have a neat house ............ That won't change Hey I am rambling 
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User: Carmela
Member since: 10-21-2001 Total posts: 38 |
From: LeapFrog Libby
Date: 08-27-2005, 01:34 PM (4 of 8)
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Practice on small ones.. I bet , even if you do not have any GrDaughters, you probably have little girls in the neighborhood who would love a quilt for their dolly (dollies) and would not know or care if it was not perfect.. Ask me how I know this ?? LOL First turbie-towel I made for my GRD --first thing she told her Mom was, "i am going to ask Grandmother to make one for my Barbie." Thank goodness her Mom talked her out of that.. Barbie stuff is too small and tedious for me.. Takes all the fun out of sewing..
Sew With Love
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User: LeapFrog Libby
Member since: 05-01-2002 Total posts: 2022 
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From: shirleyp
Date: 08-29-2005, 01:26 AM (5 of 8)
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I have quilted for yrs and the biggest I do are lap quilts. These are my favourite ones. Great for gifts and easy to get finished. I don't think I need to go any bigger, but I have tried more complicated patterns over the yrs. I always try to smell the roses, and the daffodils and the peonies and what ever is blooming. Life is definately too short. 
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User: shirleyp
Member since: 02-12-2002 Total posts: 352 
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From: Carmela
Date: 08-29-2005, 07:28 AM (6 of 8)
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I am always in the dollar tree store Well at least once a week I must get that woolite sub I LOVE to safe $$$$ The more I safe the more fabric I can buy Hey stop and smell the roses Cause life is tooo short 
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User: Carmela
Member since: 10-21-2001 Total posts: 38 |
From: MaryW
Date: 08-29-2005, 09:26 AM (7 of 8)
Welcome Carmela and JackieW.  There is always someone here to help you with your sewing and quilting. We provide support, advice and a nutty crew to keep you laughing. 
MaryW
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User: MaryW
Member since: 06-23-2005 Total posts: 2542 
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From: LeapFrog Libby
Date: 08-29-2005, 05:59 PM (8 of 8)
Mary is right,, lots of variety on this site.. A large number of people with very good advice for problems.. Someone always has an answer to a question.. Me, I'm one of the nutty ones Mary mentioned.. 71, retired, and just enjoying life and my friends on this site especially.! ! 
Sew With Love
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User: LeapFrog Libby
Member since: 05-01-2002 Total posts: 2022
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