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One of my readers checked out my post, Corduroy Quilts,and wanted more information about them:
I was browsing the internet for a corduroy quilt (possibly even a duvet style if that is even common or possible) and came across your blog. I was wondering if you still are making them, have any, or could direct me […]
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All this mention of lunch boxes in the giveaways we’re conducting over at One Book Two Book brings to mind memories of my school days. We used either a brown paper bag or metal lunch box. (It seems metal lunch boxes are making somewhat of a come back.)
That’s all that was available then. If we […]
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Twitter has become a popular means of communication, even for businesses, in recent months. Now there is a free Twitter ebook produced by Geekpreneur.
For more information, read Yvonne Russell’s post, Twitter Ebook, at Home Biz Notes. Perhaps you’ll glean some ideas on how to promote yourself as a quilter and your quilting related business on […]
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Quilters sometimes are in a quandry whether to use straight or bias binding on their projects.
Is one easier to make?
Is one easier to use?
Is one better to use than the other?
Here’s some useful information at Quilted Paradise - Bias Binding vs. Straight Binding. It should help you decide which you want to use, and when […]
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In a previous post, I mentioned quilting or doing handwork while watching the Olympics events. A number of readers replied with their projects.
Were you inspired by the Olympics?
Did you do handwork while watching the Olympics?
Have you designed anything that has a Olympics theme?
Have you come across any fabrics with a sports theme you could use […]
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As youngsters get ready to return to school (and some schools already have started), there may be apprehension. Grace at Kids Health Notes has some tips and resources for parents and children that may help make this day easier and even enjoyable.
Do you have any suggestions or helpful resources for going back to school that […]
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The giveaway for Heartwarmers of Spirit - Trimuphs Over Life’s Challenges is nearing an end. It will close Wednesday, Aug. 27 at 11:59 PM (eastern). If you’d like a chance for this uplifting anthology, in which I have a story, be sure to get your comment at the end of the above post (click on the […]
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The topic of copyright looms large in the quilting world with so many quilters making quilts and related items for sale these days. Those who create original designs naturally don’t want them copied for sale or competitions.
Those who use patterns designed by other quilters and published in books, magazines, and elsewhere often are confused regarding […]
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I know they’re quilters at our yard sale when:
*They don’t ask for a reduced price on the fat quarters or see if they can purchase the whole box for a bulk price. Quilters know what fat quarters are for and realize they’re getting a good deal at 50 cents each.
*They spend considerable time going through […]
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Previously we discussed Victory Garden Quilts by Eleanor Burns. Recently I’ve noticed the resurgence of Victory Gardens, reminiscent of those planted in my childhood during World War II, the ones that inspired her quilt book.
I’ve written about the Victory Gardens for my Country Kitchen newspaper column and Mary Emma’s Country Kitchen blog. You might like to […]
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