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From: Patty22
Date: 03-08-2007, 05:52 PM (1 of 227)
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This block swap I hope is going to be different from any other you may have ever done before because we are going to use a piece of art as our inspiration for making our blocks. Check out the painting Hot Still-scape for 6 colors by Stuart Davis (1940). This is the best online image I have come across, but maybe you have an old art history book or you can check it out at the library. http://www.art.com/asp/sp-asp/_/PD--10216208/SP--A/IGID--1148867/Hot_StillScape_for_Six_Colors_7th_Avenue_Style_194 0.htm?sOrig=CRT&sOrigId=188&ui=6DF0909A54CF44E0834765E86A53402C The challenge is to make a 10 ½” unfinished block limited to solid color fabric of the six colors used by Davis. The block can be two colors, but the limit is six. The key is creativity. You can use any method (piecing, appliqué) you wish, but only the six colors. The fabrics to be used are: Kona Kaufman Cardinal Kona Kaufman Daffodil Kona Kaufman Amber Kona Kaufman Black Kona Kaufman Snow Kona Kaufman Peacock Fabric is available at www.fabricshack.com for 3.99 per yard. You can purchase your fabric where ever you wish, but I found this to be the best deal on the internet. Just make sure the color matches those listed above. Kona Cotton is fabulous; the object is consistency with just having six colors in this quilt. Buy enough fabric to make 16 blocks. Guidelines: 1. Blocks are to be 10 ½” square unfinished (10” finished). 2. Only the fabrics listed above are to be used. Remember….. you could use just the white and black or any combination of the colors - up to the six listed. Don’t participate if you can’t follow this rule; there is surely to be another swap that will tickle your fancy in the future. 3. Prewash all fabrics. 4. Any technique for making your block is acceptable. The test is this: would you like to receive this block in the mail??? Don't be afraid to challenge yourself, but do a block that will reflect your best work. Be sure to measure and send 1 0 1/2 unfinished blocks. 5. Sign-ups will close when 16 participants have signed up or by May 22 (whichever comes first). Blocks will be due to me no later than August 20. Let me repeat that, August 20 is deadline for me to have your blocks. I will repackage all blocks and remail so everyone can receive their blocks by September 1, 2007. 7. PM me with your screen name, full name, address, phone number if you plan on participating. 8. If there are 16 participants you will need to mail me 15 blocks in a SASE envelope (not sealed). You can take this to your post office to get the correct postage and then place it in another envelope addressed to me. I will give you my address when you PM me. Tyvek envelopes work well as they are waterproof and lightweight. 9. Do NOT SIGN YOUR BLOCK. This is a Hot block swap.......... are you Hot enough to accept the challenge? Participants: 1. Bama 2. Jeke 3. Hogmami 4. SewHappie 5. Me 6. Pudge99 7. techalum 8. Glea (through Jeke) 9. siwian 10. Magot 11. Adva P. Patty
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From: Bama
Date: 03-08-2007, 09:18 PM (2 of 227)
This will be totally different than any kind of quilt I've ever made, but my 15yo thinks it will be so cool that I have to sign up.  She's already given me a block idea.
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From: Patty22
Date: 03-09-2007, 07:40 AM (3 of 227)
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Bama.... I've got you on the list.... Thank you brave spirit for jumping (or thank your daughter for pushing you) into this challenge! I thought I would explain to everyone how I came up with this swap. The other day I was working at the LQS and in the back of my mind I was thinking about a new swap that everyone would find interesting. I also bought up quite a few yards of reproduction fabric that went on the sale table Ohhhhhh...... I was swimming in ideas....... (Have many of you seen the new lines of fabric coming in, or the color waves in the lines of fabric that aren't doing reproductions. My daughters love Urban Outfitters and Anthroplogie and the color lines are a bit 40/50's turquois blue, orange, yellow with neutrals in bold designs. My oldest daughter is moving into a new apartment and I keep emailing her fabric swatches so I can make curtains and mail them to her.....) Yesterday morning I sat down at the computer and had an entire friendship block swap written up with the history of Manifest Destiny. The scenario was a young woman from the eastern seaboard who was always close to home, her sisters and family. She was just told by her strapping young husband they were moving "out west." I'm starting to digress here, but I had a few pages written with the block pattern, fabrics, information on signing your blocks, etc. And then.................... I hit the back arrow to check a url I had posted..... and *pouff* my entire post was lost.  When I had a chance to sit back at the computer yesterday evening, my eyes caught a glimpse of Stuart Davis' painting. Wow.... What a neat painting and wouldn't that make a great contemporary piece with quilt blocks? The possibilities are ENDLESS. Then I thought back to the fabric lines like Free Spirit and Michael Miller and the "new colorways" and thought this fit in so perfectly. You could take a traditional block (anyone that you like making)..... but, let's say.... Jacob's ladder.... and change the coloring and suddenly the traditional is contemporary. You can isolate an area of the painting and translate it into a block. There are so many little geometic shapes within the painting that any kind of design goes. Now, I am so glad that I accidently hit the back arrow! Buy your fabric where ever you want, but stick with those colors. I know Kona goes at some places for over 5 up to 6.10 a yard, so I posted the URL for the online source because I have shopped there before, they offer fast service and the prices are extremely reasonable. So as I said before, this is a different kind of block challenge - but it should be really HOT and exciting when finished. Off for more 
Patty
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From: Magot
Date: 03-09-2007, 09:45 AM (4 of 227)
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ooooooo Patty -- that is sooo tempting! What a great idea but I am going to have to be on hold as it were. Maybe if you are stuck for people at the end I'll jump in but fantastic idea! ( Never done a block swap before...)
love and kisses, Jan
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From: Patty22
Date: 03-09-2007, 10:01 AM (5 of 227)
Glad you like the idea Jan...... (as we all know how HOT you are!) ..... 
Patty
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From: Jeke
Date: 03-09-2007, 10:10 AM (6 of 227)
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I am in for this one. I went online, saw the picture, looked at the fabric at fabricshack and had colorful dreams last night of quilt blocks Between that and the quilt show I had gone to for two nights in a row, what else WOULD I be dreaming about. My cousin was so excited about the red and white swap that she is interested in doing this too. I'll have to get with her and have her become a SWN member so she can do this. Must be off - Happy Friday to everyone. Jay Jay
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From: Pudge99
Date: 03-09-2007, 10:14 AM (7 of 227)
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Patty I am interested but not sure if I will have the time. I am strongly thinking about it.
Gina
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From: HeyJudee
Date: 03-09-2007, 10:27 AM (8 of 227)
Sorry...but not me. I've got too many irons...err... quilts in the fire right now. Maybe later on when I get some of them done.  (Ohhhhh Jan...aren't you proud of me ....  )
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From: Patty22
Date: 03-09-2007, 10:35 AM (9 of 227)
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Jay, I've got you on the list... Gina... you keep thinking... Think of it this way.... it is only March, and you don't need to have the blocks finished until the end of August - that is FIVE WHOLE months of time to get fabric, decide on a pattern and still leave you lots of time to make the blocks. In American Art: A Cultural History by David Bjelajac, Bjelajac talks about Davis' painting coming from the influence of American Jazz - "hot rhythms" in conjunction with drawing upon the Cubist tradition - Davis frequented New York nightclubs . "Jazz musicians who are 'hot' are so thoroughly absorbed by their art that they freely experiment with melodies and rthythms, spontanceously expressing intense feelings. Within his jigsaw puzzle of hot - and cool - colored shapes, Davis creates doodling, twisting lines and shapes that suggest improvisation jazz techniques... Davis created an abstract art that was primarily inspired by the urban-industrial environment of street signs, traffic, commerical advertising, cafes, clubs, radio, and other forms of mass communication." (pg 325-327). Ohhhhhhhhhhhhh, isn't that what we do with our sewing? We get thoroughly absorbed ..... express intense feelings (about all kinds of topics ) and freely experiment with all kinds of threads, fabrics, and sewing techniques.
Patty
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From: Pudge99
Date: 03-09-2007, 10:39 AM (10 of 227)
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If not you should be. You make learning interesting and so much fun.
Gina
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From: Magot
Date: 03-09-2007, 11:13 AM (11 of 227)
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Good girl Judy, now stick to it!... and we will see you back here in June....
love and kisses, Jan
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From: techalum
Date: 03-09-2007, 02:45 PM (12 of 227)
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Ok, Put me on the maybe list too. I'm going to have to think about this. I will definitely decide by mid April. If I join I have to wash my fabrics. Hmmmm that may be a rule breaker (just kidding I used to wash just haven't in the last couple years) -Tech |
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From: Hogmami
Date: 03-09-2007, 03:28 PM (13 of 227)
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Put me on the list. Like the colors. Will have to do some research to find a block. Just got a new block book, maybe one of those.
Carolyn
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From: Patty22
Date: 03-09-2007, 03:54 PM (14 of 227)
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So far we have 4 on the list - Bama, Jeke, Hogmami and myself and 3 maybies. I believe you'll start to see this color combination everywhere now. 
Patty
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From: Sewhappie
Date: 03-09-2007, 06:51 PM (15 of 227)
| Count me in, I will PM you later with my questions http://www.threadstop.com/phpbb/images/smiles/pinkie.gif |
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From: Debby215
Date: 03-09-2007, 09:26 PM (16 of 227)
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I'm gonna sit this one out too Patty, I have too many sets of blocks waiting to be assembled, and I just started my first applique wallhanging for Easter, I got the kit from Shari when she was my Secret Angel sister ....
Debby
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From: Patty22
Date: 03-10-2007, 08:04 AM (17 of 227)
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Naomi.... I've got you on the list! Sorry, Debby and Judy about you not playing with us, but I fully understand. Jeke, are you going to get your girlfriend to join us? Patty
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From: Patty22
Date: 03-12-2007, 03:35 PM (18 of 227)
I ordered a piece of all the six colors from Fabric Shack and I received them in the mail today. Ohhhhhhhhh.....I love these colors  I have my pattern choice selected and I just need to decide how I am going to color the block. Are there any of you out there who might be interested in the swap, but just aren't sure of what we're doing? I don't want to scare anyone out there, because it is a block swap that is meant to be a challenge and yet creative. Just about anything will work! Patty
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From: Magot
Date: 03-12-2007, 04:10 PM (19 of 227)
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My daughter bought me this book for my birthday Thinking Outside the Block: Step by Step to Dynamic Quilts by Sandi Cummings + Karen Flammeand it is the type of thinking that is itching to go with your challenge - how long have I got to decide on this as I really can't commit to it at the moment but I want it so much I can taste it..... love and kisses, Jan
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From: Patty22
Date: 03-12-2007, 07:04 PM (20 of 227)
Jan, the sign-ups end in May so there is plenty of time. I will be sure to email you to let you know if there is a sudden crazed onslaught of quilters  I worked at the LQS three days last week. It amazes me how many individuals lack the confidence to pick the colors they like and to just experiment. For example: one woman carried around a book that was about four years old wanting the fabric to match the fabric in the book exactly. No, not just similiar color values, but the exact print. I tried to explain that there are few lines of fabric that are reprinted for that length of time (Fossil Ferns is an exception to the rule as that is about 10 years now for Benertex). I was able to pull out three fabrics and because I couldn't match the last fabric she went home quite sullen; it certainly wasn't because I didn't try and not because the shop didn't have enough variety. Then, you will get someone who sees a store sample and again, they want the same prints (no deviations). I was beginning to feel that creativity was taking a back seat to someone worrying about "making a mistake and not having it look right." [that's an exact quote] The saving grace was a woman that came in and just picked the colors because they spoke to her. Okay now, she wasn't nuts.......she was just uninhibited - and you could tell she just loved life; she smiled often and laughed freely. So, back to the block swap........ like I had said previously, if there are any of you that are just not sure, just pm me and we can talk about it. Try just isolating a portion of the painting and think of how you could interpret it with fabric. Maybe isolate a circle or section of rectangles. Or, just play around with the colors. When I opened my package of fabric today, even my husband salivated over the colors. They are bright, bold and full of life. Patty
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From: Patty22
Date: 03-21-2007, 07:35 AM (21 of 227)
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Hey there you Hot Quilters! I received a pm about the block swap, and I thought I would write a note in general to everyone rather than just to one quilter about the swap; hoping this will clarify any questions. I think more of you may have questions about not being sure where to start. In essence, any block can be made for the swap. The idea is you find your inspiration from the Stuart Davis painting. The colors in Davis' palette will be the foundation of the swap. For example, let's take a Jacob's Ladder block. Rather than a traditional coloration, you could make all the pieces different colors, or make it just a black and white block with one little square a color....... Do you see how there are infinite possibilities with one block? I was thinking of doing the Chinese Puzzle block as it tends to look like circles....... and then I was thinking of appliqueing circles onto strip pieced blocks...... and then I decided I'm going to think about it some more. I still love the colors. How is everyone else doing? Have you been able to come up with some possibilities for your block? Did anyone order the fabric? Are you pleased with the fabric? Happy Spring everyone! ps. Jay, is your girlfriend going to be joining us? Patty
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From: Bama
Date: 03-21-2007, 10:31 AM (22 of 227)
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I have a couple of block ideas planned. DD keeps giving me more ideas. This quilt will probably be hers since she loves modern looking things. I haven't ordered the fabric yet. I want to finish organizing my sewing room first.  I'm off to a good start. Everything is off of the floor now. 
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From: Jeke
Date: 03-21-2007, 09:23 PM (23 of 227)
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Patty - I've called my friend a few times but keep missing her. We have quilt guild next Tuesday. If I don't get her before then I will ask her about it. That way I can show her the picture and give her all the particulars. Will let you know one way or the other in the next week. Just want you to know I have very colorful dreams these days. Kona cotton colors Jay Jay
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From: Hogmami
Date: 03-25-2007, 09:33 AM (24 of 227)
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I still haven't chosen a pattern but will soon. I'm going to order fabric the middle of April. Do you know a number yet?
Carolyn
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From: Patty22
Date: 04-04-2007, 07:27 AM (25 of 227)
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Carolyn, sorry I'm so late with a reply with the numbers. So far we have the following list: Participants: 1. Bama 2. Jeke 3. Hogmami 4. SewHappie 5. Me Maybes: 1. Magot 2. Pudge99 3. techalum Jay has her girlfriend who might want to join us, and I told her it would be fine. Jay and I might possibly do two blocks each (would get the block numbers up). Patty
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From: Bama
Date: 04-04-2007, 10:27 AM (26 of 227)
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Patty, If we don't get at least 12 to participate, I would like to make 2 different blocks too. 
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From: Jeke
Date: 04-04-2007, 01:40 PM (27 of 227)
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Patty, My friend Glea does want to join us. I'll certainly do two. Have plenty of blocks in mind to do. Narrowing it down is the problem Jay Jay
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From: Pudge99
Date: 04-04-2007, 01:52 PM (28 of 227)
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Patty, Take me off the Maybe List. I have no plan or block chosen but I can't stop thinking about this swap. I am also willing to do two so we have a good number of blocks. Gina
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From: techalum
Date: 04-04-2007, 05:01 PM (29 of 227)
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OK, Take me off the maybe list. And put me on the definite list. I'm with Gina, not sure yet what I'll do but I'll figure it out before it needs to be made. -Tech |
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From: Hogmami
Date: 04-04-2007, 05:42 PM (30 of 227)
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I can make 2 too.
Carolyn
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From: Patty22
Date: 04-05-2007, 08:58 AM (31 of 227)
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Participants: 1. Bama 2. Jeke 3. Hogmami 4. SewHappie 5. Me 6. Pudge99 7. techalum 8. Glea (with Jeke) Maybes: 1. Magot I'm making one more change to the swap............sorry, but it is early and I've dreamed about this for two days now... Since Stuart Davis' art was responding to his environment, I think ours should also be a reflection of our society today. In this way I don't think we should sign our blocks with the name, state, etc., but rather we should just sign our blocks with our screen name. Many of us never address one another in a manner other than the identity we have created for ourselves on this forum and our location is cyberspace. I hope all of you are receptive of this change, but we can always put other details on a label if you feel so inclined. Thanks to everyone who is getting excited about our little creative adventure and offering to double up on the blocks. We still have lots of time for sign-ups, so maybe a few more will join in on our hot block madness However, if we don't get the numbers for a nice project, sure, anyone that wants to double may do so/sew.Tech, you need to pm me your information
Patty
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From: techalum
Date: 04-05-2007, 03:38 PM (32 of 227)
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Sorry I forgot I needed to do that. That's what I get for watching and thinking about it for a month before making up my mind. I've sent it now. -Tech 
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From: Hogmami
Date: 04-15-2007, 03:03 PM (33 of 227)
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Patty, I can't seem to find the ccolors of fabric on that site. Could you help me please. Carolyn
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From: Patty22
Date: 04-15-2007, 04:31 PM (34 of 227)
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If you go to the www.fabricshack.com site do a catalog keyword search for "Kona Cotton daffodil" and the fabric pops up. They still have the daffodil, black, snow and peacock. The cardinal and amber are out of stock? Or else you can check another site for them. Hope this helps Carolyn. Patty
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From: Sewhappie
Date: 04-15-2007, 06:26 PM (35 of 227)
| Are we suppose to let you know what design we pick, or does it matter if there are two of the same block from different people? |
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From: Hogmami
Date: 04-16-2007, 07:22 AM (36 of 227)
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Thanks, Patty. Foound the fabric, now to order it.
Carolyn
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From: Patty22
Date: 04-16-2007, 09:09 AM (37 of 227)
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Naomi....if two of us choose the same pattern, what are going to be the chances of using the same coloration? I think it is going to be so much fun being suprised as to how we select what colors to use and how much or how little, or if we just stick to two colors. I'm not saying you have to keep it a secret from anyone because if you want to talk about what you're doing, that is fine with me. These are going to be so much fun to put together! Carolyn, glad you found the fabric, I think I'm going to write them about the amber and cardinal to see if they are getting more. Patty
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From: Sewhappie
Date: 04-16-2007, 12:53 PM (38 of 227)
| So IF I wanted to take a section of the picture and blow it up to the size for the block needed and do a piecework of that it would be okay? |
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From: Patty22
Date: 04-16-2007, 01:50 PM (39 of 227)
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Of course that would be okay Naomi!!!!!! Furthermore, you don't even have to get that literal in the translation, but you could take your favorite block and see how you could color it to replicate a section.
Patty
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From: Patty22
Date: 04-17-2007, 04:14 PM (40 of 227)
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Hello! We now have Cardinal back in stock, and Amber should be here in about 3 weeks. Thank You! Amanda Fabric Shack www.fabricshack.com Patty
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From: Hogmami
Date: 04-18-2007, 07:38 AM (41 of 227)
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Ordered my fabric this morning. Thanks, Patty for finding out that the Cardubal was in.
Carolyn
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From: Patty22
Date: 04-18-2007, 08:02 AM (42 of 227)
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Naomi - when you were talking about just translating a small section of the painting in your block, it reminded me of a quilt that was made by the Manhattan Quilt Guild in the early 90's. I knew a member of the guild and they were a small group of 16 - mainly artists doing art quilts. A photograph of the vine quilt by Susan McCord (her quilts are at the Henry Ford Museum in Dearborn, Michigan) was taken and cut into 16 equal sections. Each guild member had that section of the quilt to translate into their method of expertise. For example, one woman specialized in crazy quilting and beading, so her section contained those. One quilter showed the vine and what it looked like in the winter. My friend, John, put Susan under the magnifying glass and his section replicated her quilt exactly except for the magnifying glass and a big round section that was blown up. The 16 quilts were then assembled and attached (just for purpose of display) onto a background with sleeve. The small quilts were strong enough to stand on their own, but when assembled back together they formed a spectacular piece - Susan would have been thrilled. I'm trying to think of the name of the piece and I believe it was Susan at the Palladium (if memory is still working). I knew it traveled to a few venues - Houston displayed many of their group challenges such as Yard Works. I've done this method in my kids classrooms when they were little - once with a Patricia Polocco illustration (she was coming for an author visit). We learned then that two children were color blind, but the pieces still worked out beautifully. So in the future, keep this in mind if all of you are interested in doing a small quilt. Patty
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From: techalum
Date: 04-18-2007, 10:43 AM (43 of 227)
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Just a note on Patty's post. I work at "The Henry Ford" (I work in the historic village area not the museum) and Susan McCord's quilts are not on display. They're kept back in the Textile Archives. They were out on display for a short time a couple of years ago though. It is kind of cool to see interest beyond the area. And of course they printed the book about the quilt collection, I have it upstairs somewhere. When is the deadline for signing up for this swap. I need to know how many blocks to determine how much fabric. Of course if Gina swaps this fabric that could change things. Have a great day all, -Tech |
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From: Patty22
Date: 04-18-2007, 11:18 AM (44 of 227)
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May 22nd is the deadline for signing up for the swap; so far we have 8 innovative, creative people stepping up to the challenge. This is not your uptight quilter's swap...it's for those who are "hip." Jack Kerouac possibly? Donna, wow, really exciting that you are so close to the collection. Rather than saying the quilts are at the Ford Museum, I should have stated they are housed at the facility Susan McCord...the ultimate scrap quilter....my hero!
Patty
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From: Magot
Date: 04-18-2007, 11:21 AM (45 of 227)
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Picking up on a previous comment - we sign the blocks? Is that on the front? Would that not spoil the overall design? I am still toying with this one I have to admit. Personally I love the idea of a quilt inspired by a piece of Art but would find peoples names all over the front distracting.
love and kisses, Jan
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From: Patty22
Date: 04-18-2007, 01:27 PM (46 of 227)
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Picking up on a previous comment - we sign the blocks? Is that on the front? Would that not spoil the overall design? I am still toying with this one I have to admit. Personally I love the idea of a quilt inspired by a piece of Art but would find peoples names all over the front distracting. How does everyone feel about signing their blocks? I like signature blocks, so to me, it doesn't matter, but I would really like the group to discuss how they perceive the finished blocks and whether they would just rather have a label with everyone's name on it? Patty
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From: Pudge99
Date: 04-18-2007, 03:41 PM (47 of 227)
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Personally I think the signatures would be neat if they could be incorporated into the design or very small and inconspicuous. I do agree that the names signed like on most signature blocks that I have seen would distract from the over all look of the quilt. Gina
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From: Patty22
Date: 04-19-2007, 03:04 PM (48 of 227)
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What if participants just signed their blocks for those who wanted it???? Where's the chatter? Come on swappers.....this is your chance to beat Dorothy on posting 
Patty
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From: Pudge99
Date: 04-19-2007, 03:25 PM (49 of 227)
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Chatter, chatter, chatter.
Gina
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From: techalum
Date: 04-19-2007, 08:17 PM (50 of 227)
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I don't think I would want them signed unless they were pretty inconspicuous either. I'm not a big fan of signature quilts myself. But I see no problem signing some and not all. That would work for me. I'm really tired so I'm probably not making a lot of sense. Just started back to work after 3.5 mos off and my brain hasn't adjusted yet. The joys of seasonal work. -Tech |
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From: Sewhappie
Date: 04-20-2007, 02:09 AM (51 of 227)
| I would rather have a label with our Screen names and block name. I think having different size names all over would take away from the whole thing. |
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From: Hogmami
Date: 04-23-2007, 02:23 PM (52 of 227)
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It doesn't matter to me. I will just do what is decided. I got my fabric today. Love the bright colors.
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From: Patty22
Date: 04-23-2007, 03:50 PM (53 of 227)
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There is a change in the initial block rules posted: Quilt blocks are not to be signed. Hope this doesn't throw anyone off. Has anyone made their blocks already? Sign-ups close on May 22nd. Anyone out on the fence should feel free to join in anytime! Patty
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From: Magot
Date: 04-23-2007, 04:21 PM (54 of 227)
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pointed remark Patty?
love and kisses, Jan
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From: Sewhappie
Date: 04-23-2007, 07:20 PM (55 of 227)
| How many are we looking at to date? |
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From: Patty22
Date: 04-24-2007, 12:53 PM (56 of 227)
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To date we have the following participants: 1. Bama 2. Jeke 3. Hogmami 4. SewHappie 5. Me 6. Pudge99 7. techalum 8. Glea (with Jeke) Maybes: 1. Magot Patty
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From: Patty22
Date: 04-26-2007, 05:41 PM (57 of 227)
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Hello! Amber got her quicker than I thought! You can see it at www.fabricshack.com Just do a search for kaufmanamber. Let me know if you have any questions! Thank You! Amanda Fabric Shack www.fabricshack.com Patty
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From: Patty22
Date: 04-29-2007, 10:20 AM (58 of 227)
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To date we have the following participants: 1. Bama 2. Jeke 3. Hogmami 4. SewHappie 5. Me 6. Pudge99 7. techalum 8. Glea (with Jeke) 9. siwian Siwian has joined the group and now we're waiting to see if Jan decides to join us?????? Patty
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From: Patty22
Date: 04-29-2007, 10:25 AM (59 of 227)
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How is everyone doing? How about finding the fabric that you want for your blocks? Remember, your block can be a traditional block that is given a fresh look just by how you decide to color the pieces. Have fun experimenting by taking one block and taking the six colors and trying to come up with as many different variations as you can for the block. It is a fun activity for when the body is tired from working yet your mind is restless.
Patty
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From: Magot
Date: 04-30-2007, 02:04 PM (60 of 227)
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I am having difficulty finding a UK supplier for the fabric - tends to make it tricky to join....
love and kisses, Jan
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From: siwian
Date: 04-30-2007, 05:04 PM (61 of 227)
| I'm in!! I have been playing with a block since I read this post in March. I finally decided I can do this. I may have to get my dad to help me (he quilts with the group at our church). I did have a "duh" moment last night. I was only looking at one section of the block I want to make. I couldn't figure out how it was supposed to convey the idea in that one block. Now I know-there is more to it than I was looking at. It really opens up more possibilities. |
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From: Patty22
Date: 05-02-2007, 09:57 AM (62 of 227)
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Siwian.... the possibilities are ENDLESS. How neat that your dad is the quilter Now Jan, WHAT IT......just WHAT if.....we purchased the fabric and you said what colors you want, and I just send it over to you? I'm thinking around 3 yards total for the blocks we need. What do you think? Patty
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From: Jeke
Date: 05-02-2007, 10:41 AM (63 of 227)
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Now, Jan, I think Patty is making you an offer you can't refuse
Jay
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From: Magot
Date: 05-03-2007, 12:54 PM (64 of 227)
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Me too - I am thinking cardinal and peacock as main colours with accents of snow. So the majority of the block would be the red and the blue - how would that work out for yardage? If you could buy it for me I can send you a cheque. What a splendid idea - I am quite excited by this project.
love and kisses, Jan
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From: Patty22
Date: 05-03-2007, 05:00 PM (65 of 227)
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Okay Jan....so you want cardinal, peacock and snow. I'm thinking a yard of each? More than enough to do the blocks, but enough extra to use when you put your blocks together........ Patty
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From: Patty22
Date: 05-04-2007, 07:55 AM (66 of 227)
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Jan, you need to pm me your new address. Hmmmm.....now we'll see if the youngest is going to Queen Mary (still have plan B where she goes back to Philly in the fall) and then I'll just back your blocks with her and she can mail them from London......but, that is really getting ahead of ourselves.
Patty
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From: Patty22
Date: 05-04-2007, 01:44 PM (67 of 227)
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Jan, you've got to clean out your messages....couldn't pm you. Just wanted to tell you that I will mail you my fabric and I will order more. 1 yard of each is going to be plenty. I plugged it into a fabric calculator for 12 blocks of three colors in equal amounts and it came out to 3/8 yard of each. So........the new list is: 1. Bama 2. Jeke 3. Hogmami 4. SewHappie 5. Patty22 6. Pudge99 7. techalum 8. Glea (with Jeke) 9. siwian 10. Magot Patty
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From: Bama
Date: 05-04-2007, 07:03 PM (68 of 227)
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Wooooohoooooo!!!! We have ten people!!!! Think we can get 12???? |
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From: Magot
Date: 05-05-2007, 04:28 AM (69 of 227)
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House keeping underway Patty.... looking forward to the fun! love and kisses, Jan
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From: Sewhappie
Date: 05-09-2007, 07:35 PM (70 of 227)
| Okay, I have a question about the fabric. I have found the Kona fabric at two different locations. Both where labled Kauffman Kona Cotton. BUT one feels like a whole different quality of fabric than the other one. Does Kona come in different fabric weave weighs? |
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From: Patty22
Date: 05-10-2007, 08:00 PM (71 of 227)
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Wow...good question Naomi. I have no idea if they come in different weights. However, I will call around to the LQS and ask them about Kona and see if they can check a catalog like United Notions and find an answer to this question. The big question is not the weight so much, but at the quilt shops you went to, were you able to locate the right colors? I know my LQS didn't carry the colors that I wanted. Patty
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From: siwian
Date: 05-11-2007, 07:46 AM (72 of 227)
I ordered mine from Hancock's of Paducah. It feels good to me but I don't quilt much. They had all the colors. With Shipping and Handling, for me, it was about $5.14 a yard. I ordered 1 yard of each color. (I haven't SET my block yet.  ) I ordered it on Sunday, recieved shipping confirmation on Tuesday, and received the fabric on Thursday. I used standard shipping option.
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From: Magot
Date: 05-11-2007, 02:51 PM (73 of 227)
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Fabric arrived today...oooooooo I am salivating. I have about 6 designs sketched out - not translated into blocks but inspired by the shapes and patterns in the painting. I am using the painting itself as my desktop so that I can see things out of the corner of my eye and let them mull for a while. One of these designs will come floating to the top and sit in the forefront of my mind... When we have the sign ups completed then we will know how many blocks to make, Yes? 10 1/2 " finished size to you by August 20th. Post pictures guys and gals of your finished top when you put it together - the creativity doesn't end with the block! love and kisses, Jan
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From: Sewhappie
Date: 05-11-2007, 03:31 PM (74 of 227)
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So far I have been able to find 2 of the colors locally. I am going to go to Amish Country to find the others I want for the blocks. I am using one of the ones I found local for the FQ swap. |
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From: Magot
Date: 05-13-2007, 09:35 AM (75 of 227)
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I understand we are to prewash the fabric prior to slice and dicing. Do folks just sling the stuff in the machine with other things of the same colour, or wash them all separately, or hand wash and iron dry or steam iron dry or what?? I've not swapped before so this is important to me to treat the fabric the same as everyone else.
love and kisses, Jan
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From: Patty22
Date: 05-13-2007, 10:06 AM (76 of 227)
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Jan, I am a renegade and I sling them all into the washer and have never had any problems. HOWEVER, I haven't washed mine yet, and therefore I'm sure the cardinal is a stable die. I have to say I've never had a problem with Kona's. Should be post a pix of our blocks when we decide what we want to do? I don't think it should all be secretive....but more of a collective energy working on a project. Patty
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From: Magot
Date: 05-13-2007, 01:47 PM (77 of 227)
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We won't all have the same colour choices and things anyway - it would be a laugh if we all went for the same pattern! Should be interesting. I might get to mug up a sample or two and see how it goes in half term (starts 25th May for 1 week). Daughters are all coming back so we are going to get crowded and my sewing space will become Tony's office while Katie sleeps in the office - tricky.
love and kisses, Jan
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From: HeyJudee
Date: 05-13-2007, 07:07 PM (78 of 227)
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Uhhhhh, Jan....is your Asian project finished yet??? Just checking... as I wouldn't want you to start having UFO's like I do! Happy sewing, swappers! TTFN from
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From: MotherInLaw
Date: 05-13-2007, 11:42 PM (79 of 227)
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Patty I washed the Cardinal and it didn't run at all. Washed up fine.
I'm regressing back into my youth, I just have to figure out how I'm going to convience my body to come along with me.
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From: Magot
Date: 05-14-2007, 03:07 PM (80 of 227)
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You nagging there Judy???? I plan to finish that first ( half term is a week long after all - probably got another 2 nights and a whole day on it) My inventive stippling is ace - I am so proud of the reverse I may end up putting it on the bed backwards! The I get to play patterns - actually production comes later. So that is just bung it all inthe washer then, Susie? love and kisses, Jan
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From: AdvaP
Date: 05-18-2007, 11:32 AM (81 of 227)
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Hi, can i join please??
Adva Price
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From: Jeke
Date: 05-18-2007, 12:26 PM (82 of 227)
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Yay, Adva, for joining us!!
Jay
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From: Patty22
Date: 05-19-2007, 08:25 AM (83 of 227)
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Yipppeeee...... Adva joins in! Participants: 1. Bama 2. Jeke 3. Hogmami 4. SewHappie 5. Me 6. Pudge99 7. techalum 8. Glea (through Jeke) 9. siwian 10. Magot 11. Adva P. Sign-ups close after Tuesday, so if you know someone else that wants to join, be sure to gently remind them
Patty
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From: AdvaP
Date: 05-19-2007, 11:10 AM (84 of 227)
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Thanks Patti, glad to 'be' here. I ordered fabrics a couple of days ago, so once I get them, it will be a race to the finish, before July 10th when I am leaving on vacation.
Adva Price
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From: Patty22
Date: 05-19-2007, 03:28 PM (85 of 227)
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Adva, be sure to pm me your information and I can send you mine.
Patty
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From: Bama
Date: 05-22-2007, 07:11 AM (86 of 227)
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I found 4 of the colors at Hobby Lobby yesterday at 25% off, which made them $2.99 a yard. I'm going to check back in a week or so for more colors.
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From: AdvaP
Date: 05-22-2007, 10:59 AM (87 of 227)
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lucky you Lori . None of our fabric or quilt shops carry this particular fabric. Should have checked Hancocks of Paducah. They usually have great bargains. My order has been shipped yesterday. Can't wait. Adva Price
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From: Patty22
Date: 05-24-2007, 11:00 AM (88 of 227)
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Okay all you hotties..... The swap is closed and we have our final list. Sorry I haven't been on much, but I have doggie house guests as well as my daughter home. We met her "boyfriend" and he is just the sweetest. He left this morning to go back to Ithaca but his basset is staying for a few days until they leave for Iowa and Nebraska. Our PBGV is jealous...very jealous.About the blocks- if you haven't decided or are having trouble coming up with a design.....remember the colors can be inspiration enough.....meaning you can take a traditional pattern and just change the colors in a manner you find exciting. I don't want anyone to get stressed and if you are having any kind of problems with your pattern, just speak up. Patty
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From: AdvaP
Date: 05-24-2007, 01:27 PM (89 of 227)
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I received my fabric order yesterday. I compared them with some fabrics that I bought a few years back, that I thought was Kona, but the hand of the fabric is not the same. Are your fabrics light, almost like broadcloth, or is it a little thicker/heavier than our regular cotton? The recent ones are from Fabric Shack. The old ones are from Hancocks of Paducah. Please let me know. Got me worried now. Adva Price
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From: Patty22
Date: 05-24-2007, 03:15 PM (90 of 227)
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Adva, The fabric from Fabric Shack is not what I would consider a broadcloth as the hand of the fabric is firmer; kona is 100% cotton. If you got your fabric at Fabric Shack, don't worry, you've got the right weight. I have used this in several baby quilts and it works up nicely and is wonderful to quilt (even by hand). I think fabric weights have changed over the years and I have some old solid cottons which seem heavier. Patty
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From: Magot
Date: 05-24-2007, 03:45 PM (91 of 227)
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OK Hot Boss How many blocks are we making each for the swap? I have not done this before - this is my first swap so I am a newbie! love and kisses, Jan
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From: Patty22
Date: 05-24-2007, 04:39 PM (92 of 227)
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Hottie Jan... You will be making 11 blocks; keep one for yourself and mail me 10 blocks. Patty
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From: Bama
Date: 05-24-2007, 07:09 PM (93 of 227)
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The fabric I bought is firmer also. It feels like it will be wonderful to piece with. Question.... should every block be exactly the same so every one gets one from us that's the same? Or can we try different color combinations in our blocks? |
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From: AdvaP
Date: 05-24-2007, 11:33 PM (94 of 227)
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i have another question - one of the fabrics i bought was the daffodil, but it doesn't look like the photo. it looks more mustardy. Did anyone get the daffodil? After washing the fabrics, they feel the same as my old fabrics, so I know it's the right material. Adva Price
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From: AdvaP
Date: 05-24-2007, 11:37 PM (95 of 227)
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sorry, it was the amber that i got, not the daffodil.
Adva Price
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From: Magot
Date: 05-28-2007, 02:55 AM (96 of 227)
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Play bama PLay! I suspect mine willbe variations on a theme..
love and kisses, Jan
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From: siwian
Date: 05-28-2007, 12:18 PM (97 of 227)
| I've been playing with mine in word and have so far made 20 different combinations. I can narrow it down to 6 but then there are color combinations I haven't tried. So I guess I will take the 6 I like and change the color arrangements on them to see if I like something else. I'm having fun but I'm not getting any sewing done. |
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From: AdvaP
Date: 05-28-2007, 02:55 PM (98 of 227)
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all my blocks will be similar in theme and colors, but no two are identical. I was almost done with all the blocks when I realized that half of them were too small! and I didn't have enough fabric. So another order went out last night for more.... Adva Price
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From: techalum
Date: 05-29-2007, 09:21 AM (99 of 227)
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Wow Adva, last to sign up and the first to be close. I'm impressed. The last few weeks have been really crazy at my house, so hopefully I'll be able to order my fabric next week. But I can probably guarantee I'll be one of the last done. Have a great day everyone. -Tech |
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From: Hogmami
Date: 05-29-2007, 11:31 AM (100 of 227)
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I got my fabric. Its all washed and ironed. I know the 2 blocks I am going to do. Will staart cutting this week.
Carolyn
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From: Magot
Date: 05-29-2007, 12:28 PM (101 of 227)
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I am on the homeward stretch with my Asian Beauty Quilt - put the binding on today and have a bit more to do but have just run out of thread! Gah! So when I have that done and dusted I'll be starting the slicing and dicing!
love and kisses, Jan
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From: Patty22
Date: 05-29-2007, 03:48 PM (102 of 227)
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Wow you hotties are really going to town on your blocks.....BRAVO! I am sorry for not being very attentive the last few weeks. Between preparing for my daughter being home, having houseguests and now being a bit sad about her departure....I think I'm back on my regular routine now. I only see her twice a year (if we are lucky) and this part of being a mother just SUCKS! For those of you who are g'ma's I don't even want to think of how even harder it is to miss your little g'tykes. Onward with quilting though.....I have my best inspiration from about 5 am till the time I crawl out of bed (when my husband has made the coffee). I have a few ideas about my blocks and I need to do some experimenting before I commit to my design. Maybe because it is so quiet I am able to figure out dimensions and color placement on my brain's imaginary dry erase board. Carolyn, are you planning on making two sets of blocks, or what is going on there? Were any of you actually going to do the two sets as we had ruminated about before? Jan, glad to hear your Asian quilt is winding down and you're flexing your muscles for the slicing/dicing ahead of you. Take care everyone... Patty
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From: Hogmami
Date: 05-29-2007, 08:00 PM (103 of 227)
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Yes, I am doing 2 sets.
Carolyn
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From: Magot
Date: 06-01-2007, 10:51 AM (104 of 227)
Tried out my first block, Patty, looks like the Cat in the Hat on Speed. Appropriate really , given the nature of the original
love and kisses, Jan
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From: Patty22
Date: 06-01-2007, 01:16 PM (105 of 227)
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Participants: 1. Bama 2. Jeke 3. Hogmami 4. SewHappie 5. Me 6. Pudge99 7. techalum 8. Glea (through Jeke) 9. siwian 10. Magot 11. Adva P. 12. Hogmami (2nd set) Okay everyone.... I guess Carolyn is the only one doing two sets of blocks. Just to clarifiy everything.....You will be making 13 blocks (keeping one for yourself) and mailing me 12 blocks; except Carolyn your numbers will be different. I take it everyone is doing RAOK (?) - the numbers include this block. If you don't know what this is, ask Gina because she is really good at acronyms  Does this sound right to everyone? I hope everyone understands - if you don't, I'll get out the ice tea, we'll sit under the shade of the trees in the back yard and talk about it. Patty
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From: Magot
Date: 06-01-2007, 02:35 PM (106 of 227)
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What does RAOK mean?
love and kisses, Jan
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From: Hogmami
Date: 06-01-2007, 07:15 PM (107 of 227)
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Patty, I will make 13 of each block and send you 12. Does that sound fair?
Carolyn
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From: Jeke
Date: 06-01-2007, 07:29 PM (108 of 227)
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Okay, Patty, I perfectly understand. However, I think iced tea in the shade of a tree is terribly inviting even if I do understand
Jay
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From: techalum
Date: 06-01-2007, 09:26 PM (109 of 227)
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Sounds right to me and I understand the acronym although I had to check my pm's to figure it out. It was a looong, hot day with over 5000 kids so my brain is pretty much mush right now. Hopefully I will be able to focus on this swap starting next week. I've been thinking on it though. -Tech |
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From: Patty22
Date: 06-02-2007, 08:26 AM (110 of 227)
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Carolyn, you are a very kind soul, but just send one extra of one set of your blocks. Okay, either everyone understands what is going on here or they are away and enjoying the weather. ps. Jeke, how many days until your daughter comes home. I am anxious for you! Patty
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From: Jeke
Date: 06-02-2007, 06:40 PM (111 of 227)
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Patty, Thanks for asking about Kylee. She will be home June 12 (ten days - but who's counting? :whacky She is excited to see the red and white swap blocks and what's going on with the Hot Block Swap She loves quilts, too. Genetic trait from me, my mom, and my grandmother!
Jay
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From: siwian
Date: 06-02-2007, 09:36 PM (112 of 227)
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Okay, I think I'm confused. If Carolyn is sending 2 sets of blocks shouldn't she be getting 2 from each of us? Never mind!! It's been a long day. I didn't see Carolyn's name on the list twice. As I was reading back thru the thread I realized we only had 11 names on the 22nd. and now we have 12. Now that I understand that, Carolyn, do you want identical pairs of blocks or something different, even if it is the same block just with a different color combination? |
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From: Hogmami
Date: 06-03-2007, 06:45 AM (113 of 227)
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One block from everyone is fine. I'm making 2 because I said I would a while back and I got enough fabic for 2.
Carolyn
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From: siwian
Date: 06-03-2007, 07:11 AM (114 of 227)
| Carolyn, I think you should get 2 blocks from everyone. When there was talk about some/all making 2 blocks it was so there would be a total of 16 blocks. I bought enough fabric to make 16 plus blocks and I participated in the fq swap. I have been playing with 2 blocks just in case we needed to send 2. (playing with colors and designs not actuallly sewing.) |
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From: Hogmami
Date: 06-03-2007, 08:17 AM (115 of 227)
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I am thinking of getting my blocks cut out today. Its raining and that means I can't be out walking my gd. I have my blocks picked out just need to work on them.
Carolyn
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From: Patty22
Date: 06-03-2007, 08:18 AM (116 of 227)
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Oh my goodness......I'm getting lost in translation here.... Of course Carolyn is going to get two blocks from everyone ..... she is making two sets. BUT she only needs to make one extra for RAOK. Is that clear as mud? Jeke......HOW EXCITING! Patty
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From: Patty22
Date: 06-05-2007, 12:16 PM (117 of 227)
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Anyone care to post any pictures of their blocks, or is this suppose to be a big surprise?
Patty
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From: Magot
Date: 06-05-2007, 01:18 PM (118 of 227)
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I will when I get to it..
love and kisses, Jan
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From: AdvaP
Date: 06-05-2007, 01:39 PM (119 of 227)
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ok, here's my first batch. of course mine are all different from each other, slightly, because i just can't make same thing over and over... hope they're good enough. i had 3 people in my life liking them, so here you go... http://home-and-garden.webshots.com/photo/2942782270034092532BksQad Adva Price
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From: Bama
Date: 06-05-2007, 01:44 PM (120 of 227)
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Very nice Adva!
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From: Patty22
Date: 06-05-2007, 01:57 PM (121 of 227)
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ADVA..... Am I allowed to say HOT DAMN? Those are some great blocks! Thanks for posting the pixs! Patty
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From: AdvaP
Date: 06-05-2007, 02:15 PM (122 of 227)
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appreciate it
Adva Price
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From: Pudge99
Date: 06-05-2007, 03:29 PM (123 of 227)
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Ditto what Patty said!
Gina
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From: Jeke
Date: 06-05-2007, 03:55 PM (124 of 227)
Oh Adva, those are gorgeous! I'm thinking mine might be a little humdrum 
Jay
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From: Pudge99
Date: 06-05-2007, 04:29 PM (125 of 227)
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Jeke, I just don't think we can make humdrum blocks with these colors.
Gina
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From: AdvaP
Date: 06-05-2007, 07:40 PM (126 of 227)
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I agree. these are wonderful colors.
Adva Price
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From: trini
Date: 06-05-2007, 10:31 PM (127 of 227)
| Lovely blocks. |
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From: siwian
Date: 06-06-2007, 07:22 AM (128 of 227)
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wonderful blocks! Jeke-I was thinking the same thing. Mine will look a little ordinary next to those and the ones Magot is describing. Have you decided on a block? I am going to try a traditional one (or two) just with different color combos. I'm not sure about the circles so will probably stick with straight lines. Although one block I'm thinking about looks like it has circles in it. |
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From: Magot
Date: 06-06-2007, 11:26 AM (129 of 227)
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Mine look nowhere as exciting as Adva's, Siwian, but I think it is the discovery of different peoples interpretation that are going to be fun - it doesn't matter if you are dong a traditional block at all - the combinations will be fun to see.
love and kisses, Jan
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From: AdvaP
Date: 06-08-2007, 11:37 AM (130 of 227)
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Patty, and everyone, I am sorry to say...that I have finished my blocks and mailed them yesterday I was very happy with the way they turned out, and was almost tempted to keep them all to myself! They would make a wonderful quilt Am I waiting patiently for everyone to finish theirs? nope! But I hope they will await me when I come back from my trip (July 11-Aug 30). Good luck y'all. Hugs Adva Adva Price
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From: Bama
Date: 06-08-2007, 12:12 PM (131 of 227)
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Way to go Adva. Make the rest of us get on the ball with these blocks. I have to quilt 2 I spy quilt tops first, and then I'll start on them. Where did you say you were going on your trip? Visiting your family? |
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From: Jeke
Date: 06-08-2007, 12:30 PM (132 of 227)
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Adva, you are definitely an overachiever Wow, I am impressed. My fabric should be here anyday. However, I am leaving for Utah TODAY to pick up my daughter on Tuesday. She is on a little trip to the Amazon as we speak (or rather as I type!!). We will also celebrate my mom's 80th birthday while there with about 40 other family members - sisters, cousins, aunts, nephews, nieces etc. Am so looking forward to it. You all stay out of trouble while I am gone 
Jay
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From: AdvaP
Date: 06-08-2007, 12:45 PM (133 of 227)
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Yes, Lori. I will be in Israel for a month, but before that I will be traveling in Ireland for two weeks, plus 3 days in Germany. Adva Way to go Adva. Make the rest of us get on the ball with these blocks. I have to quilt 2 I spy quilt tops first, and then I'll start on them. Where did you say you were going on your trip? Visiting your family? Adva Price
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From: AdvaP
Date: 06-08-2007, 12:47 PM (134 of 227)
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Jay, I am definitely not an overachiever . Just impatient... Have fun in Utah with your family. Adva Adva, you are definitely an overachiever Wow, I am impressed. My fabric should be here anyday. However, I am leaving for Utah TODAY to pick up my daughter on Tuesday. She is on a little trip to the Amazon as we speak (or rather as I type!!). We will also celebrate my mom's 80th birthday while there with about 40 other family members - sisters, cousins, aunts, nephews, nieces etc. Am so looking forward to it. You all stay out of trouble while I am gone
Adva Price
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From: siwian
Date: 06-08-2007, 08:27 PM (135 of 227)
| FINISHED?!!! I haven't even washed the fabric yet!!! I have been working on a doll for a swap on another board. I just finished it today. So now I be getting my fabric washed and ironed so I can take it with me to Drum Major Camp. I am going with my oldest DD and will have 4 days sitting in a hotel suite all by myself. So I am taking my sewing machine and my quilt block fabric. |
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From: Magot
Date: 06-09-2007, 05:15 AM (136 of 227)
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I am almost half way through mine - Tony and the girld are having a day out together next Saturday ( they are going to a Muse concert at Wembly - not my thing) so I am planning a sewing day - bliss!
love and kisses, Jan
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From: Hogmami
Date: 06-09-2007, 07:32 AM (137 of 227)
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I will have mine done and in the mail before the end of June. Its kind of fun working on two at the same time.
Carolyn
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From: Patty22
Date: 06-09-2007, 10:51 AM (138 of 227)
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I was going to put in a little inspiration for making the blocks.....but everyone is really doing great things without any encouragement. I got out a great book at the library, Eyewitness to America edited by David Colbert. The book is a collection of diary entries, newspaper articles, etc through American historical periods of interest. What a wonderful book; I tend to like history and biographies/autobiographies, so this is just my kind of reading material. So I thought about the swap and found an entry on page 397 everyone might enjoy regarding the sounds of jazz: "Charlie 'Bird' Parker Makes the Scene" 1941 Kansas City by Idrees Sulieman Alto saxophonist Parker pushed jazz toward bebop, and turned the jazz clubs of New York City's 52nd Street into a training ground for the generation of musicians that followed him. With trumpeter Dizzy Gillespie, he also cut the first bop records. "I was with the Carolina Cotton Pickers doing one-nighters for four years. We stopped in Kansas City in 1941, and I met Bird blowing every night at the Kentucky Club. They'd start at four o'clock after the other clubs closed and go, sometimes , to twelve noon. I didn't recognize because there was an alto player we had named Porter Kilbert. So, for us, Porter was the world's best. Because he could do the same thing, too. He had a photographic memory. Play arrangements, and he could play all the solos. We heard about Charlie Parker, and finally when we got to Kansas city, everyone in the band was waiting to see what would happen. So the first night we played, Charlie Parker was there listening to Porter. So we said, "Yeah. He's getting the message." When we finished they had this jam session, and they both were really blowing. When it was over we said, "We're still with Porter. Porter don't have nothing to worry about." But Porter said, "Yeah, but he threw in something different, man." So we said, "It's different, yeah, but you played everything he played." And he said, "Yeah, but he thought of it first." ([B]Charlie "Bird" Parker Makes the Scene, from Swing to Bop, edited by Ira Gilter [New York: Oxford University Press, 1985]). For those of you concerned about a traditional block...DON'T. Everything is going to work with this swap as the colors will unify the blocks. Patty
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From: Patty22
Date: 06-09-2007, 02:36 PM (139 of 227)
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Adva, your blocks arrived safely! Of course I opened them up and looked at them
Patty
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From: techalum
Date: 06-09-2007, 05:36 PM (140 of 227)
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OK the deadline for this swap is mid-August isn't it???? I'm getting nervous with someone already finished (of course she's skipping town for 6 weeks). I have to say I was pretty happy to read Siwian's post. Because I haven't even washed my fabric either. I did really like Adva's block's though. Hopefully Wednesday I can have a sewing day. If not DH is away for work the following week and possibly thru the weekend after, so I should be able to get something started then. And we don't have any big vacations planned until October so I'll be around, it's just getting started .-Tech |
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From: Sewhappie
Date: 06-09-2007, 07:00 PM (141 of 227)
| I haven't even found a block to do yet!!!!!!!! |
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From: Bama
Date: 06-09-2007, 10:41 PM (142 of 227)
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I have some ideas for blocks but haven't started on them yet. Every time I think I'm going to have a whole day to sew, somebody needs me to do something for them or take them some where. I had to take my MIL somewhere today. This was after changing sheets and doing laundry and cleaning up after kids and pets. When I got home DH wanted me to go somewhere else. After shopping, we went out for Chinese food and guess what my fortune cookie said? "You are able to juggle many tasks." I'm glad the cookie thinks so. At least I didn't have to cook. |
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From: AdvaP
Date: 06-10-2007, 12:51 AM (143 of 227)
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that's too funny, Lori! [After shopping, we went out for Chinese food and guess what my fortune cookie said? "You are able to juggle many tasks." I'm glad the cookie thinks so. At least I didn't have to cook].[/QUOTE] Adva Price
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From: Magot
Date: 06-16-2007, 08:28 AM (144 of 227)
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Finis! http://i37.photobucket.com/albums/e81/Janicehodge/IMG_0180.jpg THis is my first time of working with circles - I didn't trust myself to sew them on with the machine and so they are slip stitched in position. Slightly barmy in their appearance but then so is the original. Maybe you will see what I mean about the cat in the hat on speed.. Now I have to post them - not sure how long that will take. love and kisses, Jan
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From: Patty22
Date: 06-16-2007, 09:52 AM (145 of 227)
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Wow..... looks like the circles are inspiring all of us! Jan.....I've posted this in some other quilting topics, but if you have never seen this method, try it! IT IS WONDERFUL.... http://www.hgtv.com/hgtv/cr_quilting_instructions/article/0,,HGTV_3302_4302936,00.html When I saw Dale Fleming on TV doing this I had to try it. Essentially you are basting your background fabric to the fabric that will be your circle with washable glue stick. Then you go to your sewing machine and sew the seam. This is how I did my husband's baseball quilt and each baseball took about seven minutes. http://pelkovitch.photosite.com/Album3/DSC04408.html Each baseball has a photo reproduction of a negro league player from the 1930's that my husband had written and gotten their autograph from in the early 1990's. Regarding postage: I had gone to the post office and the clerk told me they no longer do the slow bloat method (6-8 weeks) which was very inexpensive. It is all first class or air mail now with the new postal rates that went into effect. We're still not sure about whether the youngest will be attending Queen Mary....won't decide that until 2nd week of July when we get a final detail of $$$$$$$. OY. So, just mail the blocks any way you can (since time isn't a factor), I will make up the return envelope, etc I can't wait to see what everyone else is coming up with. I'm probably doing a traditional with a little twist to it and I'll start making them up after I finish two store samples and a baby quilt that I'm finishing up the applique on. Oh, and then I have a small wall hanging I'm giving as a gift to my friend that needs to be finished pronto! (I work better when I have a lot of projects going and deadlines to be met.) Hope everyone is having a wonderful summer and enjoying the things in life that make you the happiest! Patty
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From: Magot
Date: 06-16-2007, 11:33 AM (146 of 227)
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If only I knew what freezer paper was Patty.... I used the method that someone posted here about making a card template and then wrapping a sandwich of foil, fabric and card before ironing it - seemed to work. I've got your address Patty so I'll zoom them off to you when I can It was my ability to sew a curve on the machine that I didn't trust. Anyhow - Tony and the girls will be out for another 6-12 hours so I am about to play with some Ricky Timms inspired stuff..... love and kisses, Jan
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From: Patty22
Date: 06-16-2007, 11:43 AM (147 of 227)
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GUESS WHAT......I think I might have to send some freezer paper back to you along with your blocks. Back in the old days....freezer paper was used for packaging food (kind of like coated butcher paper) for the freezer. One side is smooth and the other side when ironed to fabric adheres. In the states we use it for templates for applique. You can peel it off and reuse it also. They have a stiffer version (8 1/2" x 11" sheets) that can be used in a photocopier - hence you just photocopy your pattern right onto the paper without having to trace it. It is REALLY wonderful!!! I think tracing patterns is the dud part of applique. Have fun in your "quiet" house with Ricky...... ps. So was it your husband you were dating while you were "jail bait?" (Sorry, I guess sharing the day with Ricky was the segway into that question =8-O Patty
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From: Magot
Date: 06-16-2007, 06:20 PM (148 of 227)
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um.....no, he was my brothers friend. We had all of 2 dates before I went out with his friend (also 19/20) who had serious wandering hand syndrome. For some naive reason I thought that if I invited him while I was babysitting to help me with my physics homework he would actually HELP me with my physics - not spend the evening trying to investigate my underwear. I was rescued by my Mum popping in to see how I was getting on. At 14 I had NO idea of how to handle this bloke. Got rid of him sharpish! Mind you - the next one was 20....(I was 16 by then) I remember telling Tony, oh so many years ago, I wasn't going to marry him if he was going to become a Vicar. How the mighty are fallen. 
love and kisses, Jan
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From: Patty22
Date: 06-16-2007, 06:28 PM (149 of 227)
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Bwhahahahahaha....oh this block swap is turning into a steamy topic! Must admit....I met my husband when I was 17 and he was turning 22 I was graduating HS and he was graduating college. OY..... however, the world is a very different place and I told my daughters to NEVER follow their mother's footsteps and if they married so young, it would only be over my dead body. Patty
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From: siwian
Date: 06-16-2007, 08:17 PM (150 of 227)
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Well, I met my husband when I was 13 and he was 26. We didn't date till I was 21 (I think it was 2 dates)and then it was several years before we went out again, maybe 3 times. We got married when I was 29 and he was 42. Of course that has nothing to do with my blocks. I have washed the fabric. I leave for Drum Major Camp and 4 days in a hotel room all by myself tomorrow. So I hope to get them done next week. |
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From: Patty22
Date: 06-17-2007, 09:34 AM (151 of 227)
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Yesterday at 08:21 PM. Reason: Forgot the reason I was posting after reading all the posts I had missed. Bwhahahahahah siwian! Bwhahahahahahahaha Have fun in the hotel room making those hot blocks! Don't worry about digressing in the topic.....as long as it's hot, it's applicable I should have reread my post though.....as I didn't say I didn't date my husband till I was 20 and then got married. OY ... still too young in today's world. Patty
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From: techalum
Date: 06-18-2007, 02:13 PM (152 of 227)
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OK, I didn't know I was signing up with a bunch of overachievers. I'm going to wash the FQ I got in the swap and make a trial block (hopefully) this afternoon, it's too hot and muggy to leave the AC. Margo - I like you're blocks. This quilt is going to look nothing like anything I've ever done before. I'm not a traditional quilter per se, but I am an engineer..... OK now I feel like I was old when I got married, my husband and I met in college and dated for 14 years before we got married (no we did not live together). We were both 35 (well, I turned 35 a month later). Have a great day every one. |
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From: Jeke
Date: 06-18-2007, 05:17 PM (153 of 227)
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Sheesh! I'm gone for a week and this Hot Block goes into a total different Hot Topic!! My fabric was here when I got home yesterday so now I have to get serious about which block to make And while I'm here I will say that our 29th anniversary is this Friday! I was out of college and DH out of tech school and the army (low draft number - remember those days?) when we met. Here we are - 3 kids and 2 grandkids later and pretty content with life. It was fun catching up on all the posts! Jay
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From: siwian
Date: 06-20-2007, 01:25 PM (154 of 227)
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Well I spent Monday ironing, cutting and sewing 3 different blocks trying to make up my mind. I was going to let y'all help me decide, but when I posted my message this site went to "cannot find server" and I couldn't get back on for a while. Soooo, I had to decide for myself. Now I am about half way to cutting out all my pieces. Then I will start sewing. Unfortunately, tomorrow I have to check out of the hotel by 11 am and DD won't be thru until 5 pm. Do you think anyone will mind if I sit in the lobby of the college Music building and sew tomorrow? Of course I could just sit in the van and sew-it has a power converter, just plug in the cord and sew. if I don't get them sewn today, maybe I can talk DH into taking the sewing machine on vacation next week. He usually says there is not enough room. |
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From: Magot
Date: 06-21-2007, 10:26 AM (155 of 227)
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I have posted my blocks Patty - unexpectedly school was shut today - the water was off for some reason , so after I had done some catch up work I came home again. Useful as I need to take my cat to the Vet. He is a wounded soldier - came in with a very sore back and a limp tail - he can move it some but not much. Very sad the sight of a cat with a droopy tail that drags on the ground...I reckon he has been bitten by Somebody!
love and kisses, Jan
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From: Patty22
Date: 06-22-2007, 12:57 PM (156 of 227)
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http://pelkovitch.photosite.com/Album2/DSC04588.html I've gotten as far as drawing my block out I'll be on the lookout for your blocks Jan.
Patty
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From: Jeke
Date: 06-22-2007, 01:27 PM (157 of 227)
Wow, Patty! Someday I hope to be like you and some of the others that can do your own designs. But as for now I have to remain fairly traditional I guess.
Jay
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From: Magot
Date: 06-22-2007, 05:07 PM (158 of 227)
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Hot Damn! Those circles are everywhere!
love and kisses, Jan
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From: Patty22
Date: 06-22-2007, 08:38 PM (159 of 227)
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http://pelkovitch.photosite.com/Album2/hot_block.html Okay, so I was a little anxious with the picture and the spray sizing didn't dry yet I did try to use all the colors just because I like them so much.Yes Jan....those circles ARE everywhere. Looks like I will get the rest of these done now that I have my test block finished. Is there anyone who is short fabric? Did everyone find it easy to work with the Kona? ps.... after staring at it, I "might" make the circle larger.... will think about it tonight in my dreams....... Patty
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From: AdvaP
Date: 06-23-2007, 07:20 AM (160 of 227)
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love it, patty !
Adva Price
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From: Patty22
Date: 06-23-2007, 12:53 PM (161 of 227)
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Glad you like it Adva.
Patty
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From: Magot
Date: 06-23-2007, 01:00 PM (162 of 227)
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*dancing the happy dance* Pretties Pretties!! looks good Patty. love and kisses, Jan
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From: techalum
Date: 06-24-2007, 02:03 PM (163 of 227)
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Very pretty Patty (I'm glad I didn't have to say that 3 times fast). I'm a little nervous I don't think mine's going to look anything like anyone else's (I know Patty the colors will join them together....). Still haven't had a chance to get to working on it. I did get the fabric washed finally Hopefully this Wed. My car's in the shop so I'll be stuck at home, and they're forecasting rain so I can't weed the garden which also needs to be done. So much to do so little time. -Tech |
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From: Patty22
Date: 06-24-2007, 02:27 PM (164 of 227)
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Tech..... Don't worry so much about how you "think" your block might look compared to everyone else...but have fun experimenting and just sewing. This is a real lesson in abondoning our high pressure world and just "cutting lose" and just improvising blocks. Put a jazz station on the radio and let your mind wander.... I'm finished with block six and I just made a pot of so I'm starting the second half.I did sew a block together of just scraps that I couldn't waste; not necessarily going to use it, but just playing around. They;re predicting a "mini heat wave (2 days) for the beginning of the week so I'm trying to get cooking and baking done today. I did make 2 pans of Baklava and I'm taking one to my son for his birthday when we visit him. I have to run and hide in my sewing room with my coffee so I'm not tempted to eat any of the pastry. Patty
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From: techalum
Date: 06-25-2007, 12:31 PM (165 of 227)
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Please can you send my some of that Baklava???? I used to make it but haven't in years, but it keeps popping up everywhere yesterday Giada DeLarentus (sp?) was making it on TV and now you're talking about it. I may have to make some. But I'll have to take it somewhere, I don't want a whole pan of it sitting around...... I'm not worried about how mine will look. There's a technique I've been wanting to try for a while, I bought the book last fall that I think would be perfect if a little abstract. So that's the direction I'm thinking of heading. Maybe this afternoon if grocery shopping doesn't wear me out. (I just got back from a long bike ride that'll probably contribute too). -Tech |
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From: Sewhappie
Date: 06-25-2007, 06:17 PM (166 of 227)
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I got my pattern drawn up, copied and numbered. I was able to get all the strips cut and labeled. With what I got in the Block Swap I had just enought to do all the block pieces PLUS use all the colors mentioned!!! After I get this next patch of purses made I will start paper piecing the blocks. Hope to have them done 2 weeks from now. |
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From: Patty22
Date: 06-25-2007, 06:21 PM (167 of 227)
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Tech....okay I'll put some Baklava in with your blocks My son was introduced to Baklava when he was two and it has been his favorite ever since. Jan.....your package arrived today from over the pond. Your blocks are great! What fun........ I can't believe I have two sets already. Today at the quilt shop I was measuring fabric and then rewinding them on bolts. I have set up a pile of fabrics that I am going to get....I really, really shouldn't, but I know they will make great quilt backs and I have quite a few quilts that I should get quilted. At one point.......I think I got a bit delerious.......thought I heard myself say that I was "sick of fabric"....... but I just think it was a wave of illness from the print on the fabric as it passed as soon as I went onto another bolt. Patty
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From: Bama
Date: 06-25-2007, 06:33 PM (168 of 227)
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I looooooooove Baklava. Especially made with pecans. I try to make it only around the holidays tho, because it is so fattening. I can't stop at one piece. I think I made a boo-boo. I got 4 different fabrics. Red, black, yellow, and the "snow" one. That's all of the "hot block" colors that Hobby Lobby had in stock when I went. I thought the white one I got was labeled "snow", but I looked at the online store for more colors and the snow one looked slightly off-white. Mine is pure white. Did I buy the wrong one? I want to make sure before I start my blocks. |
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From: AdvaP
Date: 06-26-2007, 12:23 AM (169 of 227)
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is it August 20th yet???? i can't wait....
Adva Price
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From: Hogmami
Date: 06-26-2007, 07:19 AM (170 of 227)
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Got my blocks done yesterday. They will be in the mail on Monday.
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From: Patty22
Date: 06-26-2007, 07:59 AM (171 of 227)
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Bama....the colors were snow, black, daffodil, amber and peacock. The snow is slightly an off white, but when it stands alone you can't tell that it is a different tone. I think it is hard telling from the online. As long as you have the Kona cotton, I would say you were fine Patty
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From: Magot
Date: 06-26-2007, 02:48 PM (172 of 227)
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Glad you like them Patty - now I want to know what Hogmami has done - I don't remember any hints..... C'mon peopel get sewing! love and kisses, Jan
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From: Patty22
Date: 06-26-2007, 03:08 PM (173 of 227)
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http://pelkovitch.photosite.com/Album2/DSC04594.html Hot blocks together on left............. No matter what direction they are placed together they are looking really cool. So far there is the block from Adva, Jan and my block as well as scraps sewn together. Bama... I dug out my old quilt - "Dewing the Orb" to show you. I really think you should inquire about the sales rep job! Patty
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From: AdvaP
Date: 06-26-2007, 06:35 PM (174 of 227)
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ah patty, they look great together! i love that quilt - can i have a copy of that pattern? Adva Adva Price
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From: Patty22
Date: 06-26-2007, 07:47 PM (175 of 227)
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Adva.... there is no pattern for the quilt. I was part of a fabric challenge for a fabric company and we were to make a quilt inspired by Shakespeare. "Dewing the Orb" is a quote from Midsummer's Night Dream. The blue flowered fabric was one of the first fabrics designed by Paula Nadelstern when she was with Classic Cotton. The print came in the blue I used in the quilt and then a brown/eggplant/gold/tan. Unfortunately the colors came out as a home furnishing color rather than a "quilter's cotton" and I don't know if it was a big seller or not. Paula then switched over to Benertex and has been very successful in her association with them. I have three more blocks to make. I sent my husband to the store for a new glue stick and it has made all the difference in the world. No more off brands with me....I'm sticking with my Elmer's washable. Patty
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From: Hogmami
Date: 06-26-2007, 07:52 PM (176 of 227)
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I guess I would have to say my blocks are kind of Amish. They didn't turn out like I pictured them but I like them anyway. I used only 4 colors. Patty will have them next week.
Carolyn
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From: Patty22
Date: 06-26-2007, 08:03 PM (177 of 227)
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Carolyn, I'll be looking for them. Can't wait
Patty
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From: Bama
Date: 06-26-2007, 08:08 PM (178 of 227)
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Patty, I don't think I would be qualified for that job. I have no experience in sales, working in a quilt shop, or teaching. (Except for spending lots of money ) I love your "Dewing the Orb" quilt and all of the hot blocks! They look great together. I can see how all of our blocks will come together now. I think I'll go start a practice block now.
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From: AdvaP
Date: 06-30-2007, 05:33 AM (179 of 227)
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look at this other Stewart Davis painting. http://www.ibiblio.org/wm/paint/auth/davis/colonial.jpg I'm thinking of doing something with it, maybe a mystery quilt for my guild, with dividing the photo to many squares, and handing out a different one each month. Or maybe just for me....
Adva Price
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From: Magot
Date: 06-30-2007, 11:41 AM (180 of 227)
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ooh Adva - that is so funky! The blocks look amazing together so far! I am impressed. And I love your dewy orb Patty - the pattern really suits the fabric. love and kisses, Jan
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From: Sewhappie
Date: 07-01-2007, 08:04 PM (181 of 227)
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I JUST MADE MY FIRST BLOCK FOR THE SWAP!!!!!!! Now I have 12 more to make!! I'm going to do one a day I think, that way I won't get burnt out doing them. There are 17 pieces in one block!!!! I'm really pleased with how the first one came out, it's my first time understanding how to do paper piecing. I just hope that I am doing it as close to the right way as possible. If I remember to bring my camera upstairs to my sewing room I will snap a pic and post it. |
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From: Patty22
Date: 07-02-2007, 02:46 PM (182 of 227)
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Way to go Naomi!!! Adva.....another great painting. That would be a great idea for a mystery quilt and dividing up the sections for everyone to interpret. I happened to be down on 42nd street on Friday and Saturday. The entire time I was thinking how different the city was in the 40's. One thing I noticed right away was the sound. If someone told me to close my eyes and describe the city, the first thing I would relate was the sound of traffic and especially honking horns. Seems there is a new horn law that went into effect and down in the financial section it was $350 fine for (excessive?) horn honking. I am pooped from my visit and need a vacation How's everyone else doing with their blocks?
Patty
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From: Pudge99
Date: 07-02-2007, 03:38 PM (183 of 227)
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HMMMM! When did you say we have to have them done by? I have a feeling that I might be one of the last ones. Too much on my plate right now.
Gina
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From: Jeke
Date: 07-02-2007, 04:14 PM (184 of 227)
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Gina, I will be toward the end too. Story of my life Sewhappie - am waiting for a picture. If I could decide on a block, a lot of the problem would be solved. Since I don't design my own!! Guess I will just choose one and see how the colors come together. It is about the colors, isn't it?
Jay
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From: Hogmami
Date: 07-02-2007, 04:41 PM (185 of 227)
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Patty, my blocks are in the mail this morning. You should get them Thursday or Friday. But I did a dumb thing, I forgot the return envelope. Can I send you a check for the postage?
Carolyn
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From: Patty22
Date: 07-02-2007, 05:36 PM (186 of 227)
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Carolyn, don't worry, we'll take care of it later. Gina, poet goddess, you don't need to have all the blocks in until the end of August...I'll look up the date... BUT, if everyone gets them in early, they'll all be returned earlier. Does that sound good with everyone? Jeke..... you're right....it's all how you color the block that can change the entire dimension of what someone might think was a traditional block...
Patty
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From: techalum
Date: 07-03-2007, 08:26 AM (187 of 227)
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Hi All, I woke with a sinus headache on Friday and called in sick to work and spent the day in my sewing room. It was a nice day. Got caught up on a couple of things and got the test block for this challenge 3/4 done. I need to finish it then I will post a pic to get your input. It's definitely different than anything I've done before. DH said "somebody's been playing" when he went into my sewing room to close the windows before bed. It was funny. Anyway, I'm busy from now thru Saturday and then we're out of town for a couple of days but hopefully I'll finish it next Wed. Have a great holiday everyone. -Tech |
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From: Magot
Date: 07-03-2007, 04:25 PM (188 of 227)
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ararararaggghhhh Just read Carolyns post and realised in my eagerness to get the blocks to You Patty, I didn't put an envelope in either... I'll work something out.... love and kisses, Jan
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From: Hogmami
Date: 07-03-2007, 09:16 PM (189 of 227)
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Glad to hear I'm not the only one who if forgetful, Jan. I just have too many irons in the fire right now.
Carolyn
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From: Patty22
Date: 07-05-2007, 12:06 PM (190 of 227)
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Carolyn, your blocks arrived safely. Very cool...... they look great with the other blocks! Just so you are not shocked in September Carolyn, you will be receiving 10 1/2" blocks back.
Patty
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From: Patty22
Date: 07-08-2007, 06:09 AM (191 of 227)
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Blocks will be due to me no later than August 20. Let me repeat that, August 20 is deadline for me to have your blocks. I will repackage all blocks and remail so everyone can receive their blocks by September 1, 2007. Gina, August 20th is the deadline. Don't worry, you'll make it. Jay sent me a pix of her hot block in email All I am going to say is she recolored a traditional block. Tech, how are you feeling?
Patty
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From: siwian
Date: 07-08-2007, 07:58 AM (192 of 227)
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I was gonna be soooo smart and strip piece mine. I figured all the measurements out, got my fabric ready then proceeded to cut the opposite sizes of what I needed on most of my colors. So I am going to have to cut and sew each section. But at least I managed to do the right measurements for the 208 1 1/2 inch squares and could sew them as strips to the other sections. I changed by block because of the size of all the pieces involved. When you start cutting 2 1/2 inch squares into triangles and trying to sew them together and especially when you multiply that by 10 per block by 13 blocks it was a little intimidating for a new swapper, little experienced piecer. I may make one just to see if I can do it. If I get it right I will show you. |
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From: Hogmami
Date: 07-08-2007, 09:44 AM (193 of 227)
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Ok, Patty. Finally realized what you were talking about. For some reason I had 121/2 in my head. And I read the post many times giving the instructions. If they aren't ok let me know and I will redo them.
Carolyn
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From: Patty22
Date: 07-08-2007, 10:00 AM (194 of 227)
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No way Carolyn....they're fine! Just didn't want you shocked or making plans for a certain size quilt and wondering what was going on. I just realized this morning that I wasn't finished making my own blocks as I need to cut out one more  siwian....can't wait to see the block you're making. Patty
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From: Jeke
Date: 07-08-2007, 08:42 PM (195 of 227)
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Okay all, I am doing a happy dance here. My blocks are DONE!!!!!!!!!!! Yes, finished! Unbelievable - it is not even the first of August. I tried to figure out how to get a picture to you but I am not that computer literate! I sent one to Patty and she is sooooooo smart maybe she can do it. I guess I really ought to figure out the photobucket thing. Hmmm - guess I got a little carried away with the smilies
Jay
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From: Patty22
Date: 07-09-2007, 11:17 AM (196 of 227)
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I'll have to put it in my photosite Jay...... can't get the image to post here...might be too big Here we go..... http://pelkovitch.photosite.com/Album2/jeke.html Patty
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From: Bama
Date: 07-09-2007, 11:54 AM (197 of 227)
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Beautiful block! I love it. Looks like I won't have my blocks finished til the end of this month. Too many things going on around here right now. Hopefully by the 23rd or 24th things will be calmer here. I feel stretched to my limit right now.
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From: Jeke
Date: 07-09-2007, 12:30 PM (198 of 227)
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Patty, thanks for figuring the pic out. I did try and it kept telling me it was too big. I will have to have Kylee teach about photobucket. Bama, work on it when you can. It takes all the fun out of it if it is stressful. Jay
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From: Patty22
Date: 07-09-2007, 12:40 PM (199 of 227)
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Bama, I wish I could come down and help you out! You are a saint taking care of your MIL and everything else going on with your household! THERE IS PLENTY OF TIME!!!! Patty
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From: Magot
Date: 07-09-2007, 02:01 PM (200 of 227)
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ooooh Jay, you are clever to do that - all those points would drive me nuts! Well done. 'sgetting all exciting innit?
love and kisses, Jan
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From: siwian
Date: 07-09-2007, 10:34 PM (201 of 227)
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Nice block Jay. I hope to sew some more of mine tomorrow. I finished putting the floor in the hall today. Now it is up to DDs and DH to put the shelves together and in place. The sooner the shelves are in and filled the sooner I get a new sewing space. It only took me 6 hours to put the tiles down in that 5' x 19' room. I had to cut around 3 door frames.
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From: Magot
Date: 07-11-2007, 04:08 AM (202 of 227)
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Sheesh Naomie, looking at your avatar anyone would think we were related!
love and kisses, Jan
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From: Sewhappie
Date: 07-11-2007, 11:17 PM (203 of 227)
What!!! You don't think that I'm cute???? My feelings are hurt Jan!!!!! P.S. No "e" on the end of my name!!!!!
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From: Patty22
Date: 07-12-2007, 09:05 AM (204 of 227)
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Better watch it Jan and Naomi.........you're giving me ideas on having a self-portrait challenge! Which would be a really cool idea and would be fun for everyone for looking at their fabric as though it was only a color, rather than the design printed on the surface.
Patty
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From: techalum
Date: 07-12-2007, 06:24 PM (205 of 227)
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Hi All, Feeling better here. 4 days camping in the UP will always cure me of any stress. Could have done with out the 50 degrees and raining wake up yesterday, but it got better, then we got home and wanted to go back. Because we went farther away then planned we didn't come back until yesterday, so I didn't get to sew all day like I'd hoped. I really need to get moving. Sunday or Monday should work out. Jay - I like your block. That's one of my favorite patterns, I have one in a star sampler I've been trying to get finished. (those darn ufo's). Have a great weekend everyone if I don't get back before Monday. -Tech |
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From: Jeke
Date: 07-13-2007, 04:48 PM (206 of 227)
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Thanks, everyone, for the positive feedback on my block. I am still pretty much a beginner. I know a whole lot more than I have ever done although I have sewn for years. Thanks to Patty for the red and white swap and this one for getting me going. Oh, yeah, and snagging me into Civil War, too.
Jay
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From: Patty22
Date: 07-14-2007, 03:10 PM (207 of 227)
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Blocks received from the following: Hogmami Carolyn (How's that for confusing everyone?? No, Carolyn did two sets, that is why I have her twice) Magot Adva P. Patty22 How's everyone coming along? Jay, you're a sweetie to help Naomi out with more fabric! Patty
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From: Sewhappie
Date: 07-14-2007, 04:49 PM (208 of 227)
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Mine should be finished this week. I HOPE!!!!!! I'm still new to all of this so I'm going slow. Patty I tried to see Jeke's pic and the site is closed. Any place else to see it? |
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From: Patty22
Date: 07-14-2007, 05:07 PM (209 of 227)
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Naomi..... http://www2.snapfish.com/slideshow/AlbumID=167439941/PictureID=3526407200/a=51774012_51774012/t_=51774012 I had gotten a letter from PhotoSite of their disbanding and transferring photos over to SnapFish. I'm trying acclimate to SnapFish. urrrrrrrrrr so I hope this is working for you. The blocks look terrific together.....and this has been one of my favorite swaps.....even from all the friendship groups I participated with on Genie I can't wait to see how everyone thinks about setting their blocks together into tops.
Patty
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From: Sewhappie
Date: 07-18-2007, 09:14 AM (210 of 227)
Well I was hoping to get mine done and out this week, BUT everything that can go wrong did AND is going wrong. My blocks are not co-operating with me, I have 10 purses that have to be done by Sunday, visit a friend in the hospital that has just given up on life, and get stuff together for a yard sale on Saturday at my sister house. HOPEFULLY next week will be a better week for me.
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From: Patty22
Date: 07-18-2007, 01:21 PM (211 of 227)
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Naomi, you have plenty of time for the blocks to get to me. In your list of things, the blocks are probably the least important thing. I hope your friend is cheered with your company. Pace yourself....you'll get everything done. Patty
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From: Jeke
Date: 07-19-2007, 01:13 AM (212 of 227)
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My friend, Glea, brought her blocks over to me today. She also used a traditional block. For the life of me I can't remember what she said it was. If I was any good at posting pictures, I would share but..... Maybe Kylee can help me with it tomorrow. She knows a whole lot more about it than I do. Will get the blocks in the mail sometime next week. Got a lot going on over the next few days. Hot block - Hot weather. We are anywhere from 5 to 10 degrees hotter than normal. It's getting old FAST. Jay
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From: Patty22
Date: 07-28-2007, 02:51 PM (213 of 227)
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Just want to remind everyone their blocks will be due to me no later than August 20. Let me repeat that, August 20 is deadline for me to have your blocks. I will repackage all blocks and remail so everyone can receive their blocks by September 1, 2007. We're talking about three weeks left to finish up the blocks and get them mailed. It is going to be one exciting hot packet of blocks in your mailbox in September.....just when everything starts to wind down and cool off after the summer. Patty
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From: techalum
Date: 07-28-2007, 04:21 PM (214 of 227)
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From: Bama
Date: 07-28-2007, 11:03 PM (215 of 227)
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Good news Patty. I started playing around with my hot fabrics today.
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From: Sewhappie
Date: 07-29-2007, 10:02 AM (216 of 227)
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OUCH!!!!!!! Patty you don't have to kick me in the fanny, I know they are due very soon. I just need to have people STOP BUYING PURSES for a few days so I can finish my blocks!!!!!
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From: Bama
Date: 07-29-2007, 06:18 PM (217 of 227)
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I have 6 blocks done!!!! I decided to do a slash and sew block so I could just sew without having to follow a pattern. Still have to add some applique to those blocks. This is fun. I LOVE making things up as I go along. All of my blocks are similar, yet no two are alike. I focused on the black and white section in the lower right of the painting. The area with the red circles. |
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From: Patty22
Date: 07-29-2007, 07:48 PM (218 of 227)
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Lori, I'm glad you're having fun making the blocks. You certainly desire some creative time after your houseguest(s) from hell!
Patty
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From: Bama
Date: 07-29-2007, 11:53 PM (219 of 227)
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Ten blocks pieced now! With applique done on four of them! I only stopped because I ran out of pre-washed snow fabric and had to to toss the extra yard I bought into the washing machine. I'm hoping to have them mailed by the end of the week, at least.
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From: Magot
Date: 07-30-2007, 03:02 AM (220 of 227)
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Go Bama, sounds cool! I am getting twitchy wondering what people have come up with.
love and kisses, Jan
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From: AdvaP
Date: 08-02-2007, 01:38 PM (221 of 227)
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hello 'hot' fellow swappers, i'm now in Israel, at my parent's house. had 3 days in Germany with a quilter friend, and then a 2 week trip with family and friends in Ireland. Both were wonderful. Ireland is lovely. Can't wait for the blocks to arrive! Going back to older messages to check if there are pix i missed... Adva Price
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From: Bama
Date: 08-03-2007, 09:57 AM (222 of 227)
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Hi Adva! Good to hear from you. I would love to hear more about your trip when you get the time. Enjoy your visit with your family.
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From: AdvaP
Date: 08-05-2007, 06:09 AM (223 of 227)
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Lori, i would love to tell you about it, after I sort out our itinerary. Are you planning to go?
Adva Price
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From: techalum
Date: 08-06-2007, 09:42 PM (224 of 227)
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OK, The first block I tried was much too time consuming I would never get them done in time. So I've chosen a traditional block instead. I have the sample sewn and all the pieces cut out. I'm hoping to get them in the mail by Monday 8/13 which should leave plenty of time to get to Patty. If it's not too expensive I may ship priority to make sure. I'll post pics of both versions this week. - Tech |
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From: Patty22
Date: 08-07-2007, 07:40 AM (225 of 227)
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Ahem....Tech..... don't waste your money on Priority mail. Your blocks will get here in time. I have allowed some cushion time so everyone can get them on September 1st. AdvaP..... the hot block swappers are going to pull a up to the moniter and listen to your summer adventures abroad. I know I would love to hear about your trip - and I'm guessing at least one stop into a fabric store?
Patty
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From: AdvaP
Date: 08-07-2007, 02:03 PM (226 of 227)
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Patty, no, I did'n't stop at a fabric store. I am not even sure there is one in Ireland . But I didn't need it anyways. Ireland is beautiful. So green and lush, and friendly people. We stayed in wondrerful B&B's, we went to local pubs to know the locals and listen to Irish music, and drink Guinness. we visited quaint colourful towns, castels, green parks, waterfalls, cliffs and lush woods. After I upload photos into my online album, I'll post a link for you all to see. Now, while in Israel, I will visit a quilters community and do some sightseeing, as well as visit old friends. That's it for now, Adva Adva Price
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From: Patty22
Date: 08-07-2007, 06:45 PM (227 of 227)
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Our hot blocks will be a reminder of our computer friends who share our love of adventure and quilting. Since the site will be closed in two weeks, those of you who can finish up as quickly as possible. Maybe we can get them all returned before the closing. The plans for the RAOK are in effect and I am ready with the address and fabric to make a small quilt/wallhanging. I will add a note explaining who made what blocks. It may take me about two weeks to get this done with my work schedule and getting my daughter off to school in London. :( but, I don't want to think about being lonely right now. We are all only as far away as an email. I go over to Quilters Talk forum.....it is run by Fons and Porter and there are lots of activities going on there. No, not the small tight knit group, but we can maybe get a thread going or even meet over in the yahoo group (if it works with Barb (Mom of Six). Patty
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User: Patty22
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