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Stitching & Crafting Room: What Are You Working On Today? #2 |
StitchinWitch
True Blue Farmgirl
2401 Posts
Judith
Galt
CA
USA
2401 Posts |
Posted - Jul 20 2020 : 12:34:41 PM
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Congratulations Theresa! It's beautiful. I believe you have crated an heirloom.
Judith
7932 Happiness is Homemade |
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atkinst2
True Blue Farmgirl
907 Posts
Theresa
Canal Winchester
OH
USA
907 Posts |
Posted - Jul 20 2020 : 1:17:36 PM
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One mask done 7 to go....
There is never a road so long that there isn't a curve in it. |
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StitchinWitch
True Blue Farmgirl
2401 Posts
Judith
Galt
CA
USA
2401 Posts |
Posted - Jul 20 2020 : 1:32:30 PM
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Theresa -- Too funny! It looks like you had those injections :-) Love the little leaf quilt behind you.
Judith
7932 Happiness is Homemade |
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nndairy
True Blue Farmgirl
3140 Posts
Heather
Wapakoneta
Ohio
USA
3140 Posts |
Posted - Jul 20 2020 : 1:51:58 PM
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Linda - thanks for the link. I saved it and will have to start saving my edges rather than pitching them. I love how your quilt is turning out. I love the Raggidy Anne and Andy quilts too!
Great job Teressa!!
That mask is too funny!
~Heather Farmgirl Sister #4701 September 2014 Farmgirl of the Month
"The purpose of life is to enjoy every moment" - Yogi teabag
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atkinst2
True Blue Farmgirl
907 Posts
Theresa
Canal Winchester
OH
USA
907 Posts |
Posted - Jul 21 2020 : 07:27:30 AM
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Judith, Thank you. It was a commitment. Don't think I will ever try it again, especially a king size. LOL OMG, I hadn't thought of injections on the lips of those masks, but you are right it does! LOL My sister made me that little quilt to go with a cross stitch my friend made me. I just love both!
Heather, Thank you. I am hoping to put a smile on other faces as there are so many things to be sad about right now.
There is never a road so long that there isn't a curve in it. |
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JeanP
True Blue Farmgirl
1284 Posts
Jean
Deary
ID
USA
1284 Posts |
Posted - Jul 21 2020 : 11:24:35 AM
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Oh Theresa, the mask is just hilarious. Is it your own design or is there a pattern for it? My son would love to have one of these. I have been making masks now since March . . . . passed the 300 mark a week or so ago. Taking a little break to finish up a small round robin quilt right now. |
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atkinst2
True Blue Farmgirl
907 Posts
Theresa
Canal Winchester
OH
USA
907 Posts |
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quiltee
True Blue Farmgirl
7562 Posts
Linda
Terrell
TX
USA
7562 Posts |
Posted - Jul 21 2020 : 4:45:19 PM
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Heather - I always cut my selvages off with at least 1/2" of the fabric pattern past the woven selvage edge, usually more. Most of mine are cut 1-1/2" from outside edge of selvage. That way, when using them, the quilt is more colorful.
Farmgirl hugs, Linda Terrell, TX
Farm girl #1919 Farm Girl of the Month August 2015 and April 2017
"Women are Angels, and when someone breaks our wings, we simply continue to fly . . . on a broomstick - we're flexible, like that."
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nndairy
True Blue Farmgirl
3140 Posts
Heather
Wapakoneta
Ohio
USA
3140 Posts |
Posted - Jul 22 2020 : 09:07:09 AM
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Linda - I'll start doing that! I can't believe with all the stuff I save thinking "I'll find something to do with this" that I never thought to save the fabric edges. Your quilt and the picture of one Theresa posted look wonderful! I bet some mug rugs and potholders would be a good place to start since I don't have a stash saved up.
~Heather Farmgirl Sister #4701 September 2014 Farmgirl of the Month
"The purpose of life is to enjoy every moment" - Yogi teabag
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quiltee
True Blue Farmgirl
7562 Posts
Linda
Terrell
TX
USA
7562 Posts |
Posted - Jul 22 2020 : 09:32:52 AM
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Heather -
I have made a vest, a tablet case, a pin cushion, and several other things. Definitely start with smaller projects. Mug rugs and pin cushions would be super starter projects. I'll try to find the pictures. I did just find a cute denim and selvage bag on Pinterest I want to make.
Farmgirl hugs, Linda Terrell, TX
Farm girl #1919 Farm Girl of the Month August 2015 and April 2017
"Women are Angels, and when someone breaks our wings, we simply continue to fly . . . on a broomstick - we're flexible, like that."
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Edited by - quiltee on Jul 22 2020 09:33:32 AM |
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StitchinWitch
True Blue Farmgirl
2401 Posts
Judith
Galt
CA
USA
2401 Posts |
Posted - Jul 22 2020 : 11:33:08 AM
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When the selvedge sewing first started I made the conscious decision to not save them. I save too much. I save 1 inch strips and 1 ½ squares. I have a friend who is happy to get any selvedge pieces I cut. She made pretty name card holders for all 20 of us at a retreat with them. I'll post a picture if I can remember where I put it.
Judith
7932 Happiness is Homemade |
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MaryJanesNiece
True Blue Farmgirl
7277 Posts
Krista
Utah
USA
7277 Posts |
Posted - Jul 22 2020 : 1:17:45 PM
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Oh Theresa! That mask is hilarious! I wish people around here were wearing masks like that. It would definitely make my day!
Krista |
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quiltee
True Blue Farmgirl
7562 Posts
Linda
Terrell
TX
USA
7562 Posts |
Posted - Jul 22 2020 : 3:28:53 PM
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Here is the finished quilt top. Now to quilt or send to a Longarm quilter.
Farmgirl hugs, Linda Terrell, TX
Farm girl #1919 Farm Girl of the Month August 2015 and April 2017
"Women are Angels, and when someone breaks our wings, we simply continue to fly . . . on a broomstick - we're flexible, like that."
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katmom
True Blue Farmgirl
17161 Posts
Grace
WACAL Gal
WashCalif.
USA
17161 Posts |
Posted - Jul 22 2020 : 4:29:24 PM
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OK,, you all have been busy! Krista,, I luv that sweet lil Unicorn,, I did it for my grand-girlie,, fun, quick and easy...
You quilters are awesomely talented...
Theresa,,, your mask is a Hoot!
>^..^< Happiness is being a katmom and Glamping Diva!
www.katmom4.blogspot.com & http://graciesvictorianrose.blogspot.com
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quiltee
True Blue Farmgirl
7562 Posts
Linda
Terrell
TX
USA
7562 Posts |
Posted - Jul 22 2020 : 7:12:03 PM
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I save selvages; squares 1, 1-1/2, 3, 3-1/2, 4, 4-1/2, 5, 6-1/2; strips 1-1/2, 2, 2-1/2; and scraps. I love scrappy quilts. Not very diligent with the squares.
Farmgirl hugs, Linda Terrell, TX
Farm girl #1919 Farm Girl of the Month August 2015 and April 2017
"Women are Angels, and when someone breaks our wings, we simply continue to fly . . . on a broomstick - we're flexible, like that."
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Edited by - quiltee on Jul 22 2020 7:13:45 PM |
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StitchinWitch
True Blue Farmgirl
2401 Posts
Judith
Galt
CA
USA
2401 Posts |
Posted - Jul 22 2020 : 10:48:35 PM
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I've made 6 or 7 postage stamp quilts with the 1 1/2 and 2 inch squares. It's usually one of my hand crank projects up at the trailer each year.
Judith
7932 Happiness is Homemade |
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JeanP
True Blue Farmgirl
1284 Posts
Jean
Deary
ID
USA
1284 Posts |
Posted - Jul 22 2020 : 10:54:03 PM
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Oh my goodness, you ladies make me feel lazy . . . I am so in awe. jean |
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levisgrammy
True Blue Farmgirl
9444 Posts
Denise
Beavercreek
Ohio
USA
9444 Posts |
Posted - Jul 23 2020 : 03:52:40 AM
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Judith, I have a postage stamp quilt my grandma made. It needs repair but that might take me a bit. I didn't know when I got it that that was what it was called.
~Denise Sister #43~1/18/2007
"I am a bookaholic and I have no desire to be cured."
"Home is where we find comfort, security, memories, friendship, hospitality, and above all, family. It is the place that deserves our commitment and loyalty." William J. Bennett
"Thy Word is a lamp unto my feet and a light unto my path." Psalm 119:105
http://www.ladybugsandlilacs.blogspot.com/
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StitchinWitch
True Blue Farmgirl
2401 Posts
Judith
Galt
CA
USA
2401 Posts |
Posted - Jul 23 2020 : 11:44:58 AM
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The name fits -- little pieces the size of postage stamps.
Judith
7932 Happiness is Homemade |
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StitchinWitch
True Blue Farmgirl
2401 Posts
Judith
Galt
CA
USA
2401 Posts |
Posted - Jul 23 2020 : 11:52:05 AM
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This one is even worse. I made it when I was a hunting widow for 6 weeks. I named it Inanity 5760 because I must have been crazy to do it and that's how many pieces are in it. I used my one inch scraps. The pieces were 1 inch by 2 inches. It actually got an honorable mention and 3rd place viewers choice at the show. At least it kept me out of trouble while DH was gone.
Judith
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Edited by - StitchinWitch on Jul 23 2020 11:54:02 AM |
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JeanP
True Blue Farmgirl
1284 Posts
Jean
Deary
ID
USA
1284 Posts |
Posted - Jul 23 2020 : 11:56:29 AM
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Oh my goodness, Judith, "Insanity 5760" is amazing. I can't believe you made it in 6 weeks. A project like that would have taken me 6 years or more. It is just spectacular. jean |
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churunga
True Blue Farmgirl
3959 Posts
Marie
Minneapolis
MN
USA
3959 Posts |
Posted - Jul 23 2020 : 11:57:40 AM
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I work on this blanket made of crochet and knit dishcloths I have received from Farmgirls mostly while watching TV.
Marie Sister #5142 Farmgirl of the Month May 2014
Try everything once and the fun things twice. |
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StitchinWitch
True Blue Farmgirl
2401 Posts
Judith
Galt
CA
USA
2401 Posts |
Posted - Jul 23 2020 : 12:23:39 PM
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Interesting idea Marie -- I would never think of doing that. I like that one with the star in the center -- to pretty to use as a dishcloth..
Judith
7932 Happiness is Homemade |
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churunga
True Blue Farmgirl
3959 Posts
Marie
Minneapolis
MN
USA
3959 Posts |
Posted - Jul 23 2020 : 12:36:45 PM
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I believe that all these are too precious to me to be used as dishcloth. I have used some for the intended purpose and it became faded and grey. I felt so bad that I decided to save them for this project.
Marie Sister #5142 Farmgirl of the Month May 2014
Try everything once and the fun things twice. |
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atkinst2
True Blue Farmgirl
907 Posts
Theresa
Canal Winchester
OH
USA
907 Posts |
Posted - Jul 23 2020 : 1:28:36 PM
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Marie, I would have never thought to do that. What a great idea. Looking forward to the finished blanket. It will be beautiful.
Judith, Holy milk cow, I'd be blind by the end of that project. It is beautiful.
There is never a road so long that there isn't a curve in it. |
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