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Oh my it’s beautiful 😊

I love it!!!! I’ve already gone to HF to get a few supplies. Something else that would be great to get is the magnetic bar. I have this on a counter front next to my table. I throw my scissors, pins, and anything else that will stick on it while I’m sewing.

I'm 72yrs old, born in Gatesville, TX., and I remember many times when my grandmother and mom had quilting bees. Some of the quilts looked like patch work, but many had a design. They drank coffee, tea, lemonade, and ate snacks while they chatted and sewed. The comforters were sure nice on those cold Texas nights, and with no central air and heat they were appreciated. My last two quilts were stolen from my car in 1971, and it broke my heart. I like quilting bees because on those days' we kids got some extra snacks. When I first moved to Florida, I read they had quilting bee classes at the University of Jacksonville, and I liked the idea of keeping the craft alive. Great way to get together, have fun, and make have a product. They made the quilts for themselves, and rotated the order, and some for charity. I've taken up too much time now. Just sharing.

I have been to both of these shops. Both are great. There are so many shops in the area. Many I have found doing the shop hops. Another favorite of mine (mainly because it is closer to me) is Fiberworx in McQueeney I love that there are so many shops in the area.

Beautiful! 🥰

I have been crocheting for 30 years and I usually crochet baby blankets for gifts, because people don't want to pay what I ask, I have just started quilting, I value your hard work and dedication.

Have you ever considered the frequent of fibers..?? There have been several scientific studies on the different frequencies of fabrics and fibers and how they effect the human body. ❤❤❤

Have you ever considered the frequency of different fibers..? There have been several studies in the frequency of fibers and how these different frequencies effect the human body. ❤❤❤

Kayla, you need to come visit me. Oh boy you will go crazy. ❤

I’ve been to the Quilt Barn. It’s a wonderful must see.

The only precuts that I buy are fat quarters. I am a pre-washer, and I machine wash fat quarters by placing them in a lingerie bag. It works for me.

I also keep my batting that is 5 inches or less however I use it for my string quilts. I use the batting with fabric on the back to make the string quilts then piece together to start a rag quilt. That way I also use up every bit of my leftover scrap fabric. I also keep all of my fabric that is 1 1/2 inches or more. I have a drawer for 1 1/2 inch strips of fabric and a box for my 1 1/2 inch squares. That way they're ready to use when I need them. Also do for other sizes of leftover fabric.

“I’m just gonna have to pick-up more!”, is the story of my sewing life! Tanks for the tours!😊

Wow very interesting and very impressive of beautiful art work quilts and museum ; Thank you for sharing to show I’m speechless to seeing so amazing quilts

I live in San Antonio and Mesquite bean is my favorite. My teenage boys go with me when I go there and just sit and pet the dog.

You deserve every penny! 💰💵💵

I use flat flannel sheets

First quilt I made... Not knowing anything but not having a lot of money, I used an old blanket that has no holes and the silk edging has come off.

Awesome

ive been corcheting most of my life but i recently got over a few boxes with diffrent fabrics, ill like to start sewing but right now im trying to reserch a little and since englidh isnt my first langues im struggeling, would anyone explain a few things for me ? i dont think if i wanna try quilting just yet but a few projects ive been looking at tells me i need to get batting 1. what is batting is it "just" the fabric in between? 2. as mentioned in the video can it be just anyting to give structure or is there some type of rule i have to follow? 3. at the moment i have fabric siccors and imbroidery thread, an old sewing macheen and some pins, what do i need to buy what is the "you cant live without" becaus internet tells me i need tons of stuff and i cant buy all of that, so what is the most important 4. ive come over a few bags of old unwanted clothes would i be looked down upon if i cut them apart and use that fabric too? or do i need to only use the fabrics from the stores ? 5. for non wearable things like bags and bookmarks, can i use diffrent types of fabrics or does it need to be all poliester or all cotton ?

How do I handle all the duplicates in my jelly roll? Did you have the same problem?

❤Thank you for sharing. One of the comments mention fleece being made from recycled plastic…do you have any knowledge about this.?

Beautiful!! I’m from San Antonio but haven’t lived there in 30 years. The quilt is beautiful!!

Love this! ❤

I have less trouble with my hands after switching to the Martelli cutter.

Welcome to San Antonio. I love Las Colchas, Mesquite Bean, and Grome’s bc of ease for me to get there. You just encouraged me to get out to Sew Special although the construction zone is daunting.

What sheet stitch count do you recommend for backing. I usually buy 400 - 600 count for bedding, is that too high?

For years I've heard nothing but how "Easy & Fast & Fun" this quilt is to make, a scrap Buster or a Weekend quilt. Then we're hurt that are art/craft is under valued. Sounds like we shot are self in the foot...

I have seen fabrics for sale for less than in the quilt stores and you hold them up and you can see through them. Those I would consider to be of a lower quality. To me a tighter weave wouldn’t wear out as quickly as a looser weave. I try to stay away from the see-through fabric. Thank you for your post.

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I have a long list of quilting and crafting ideas for inspiration. Anytime I see/hear an idea that I love but don't have time for yet, it goes on the list and I find it later!

And you haven’t taken into account the cost of the need to change your rotary cutter blade let alone the investment in your “tools” for quilting. I appreciated your breaking the cost down for us - thank you. ❤

Last Spring I made 4 - larger than twin smaller than queen - quilt tops which I realized I could not quilt on my sewing machine even though it has a BSR - just too large to handle at my age. So I needed to send them out to a long arm quilter and they ended up averaging $140.00 each! So needless to say I became disheartened, though they were appreciated by the recipients, the cost of making them bothered me. Hundreds of dollars and time spent. I have a couple dresser drawers worth of fabric in my “Stash” not a closet to wall full like some and though I have a great regular machine and a nice set-up I’m just in a slump. I’m considering that maybe if I make some smaller lap size quilts, that I might be able to complete them myself. I also did recently go through the quilting books I have to only keep those that I felt I’d use the patterns out of. So hoping tidying /re-organizing/decluttering may help me get out of this slump. I have a supportive husband and find my worst critic is myself. He said it’s ok to take a break, but it’s been a year now which should be long enough. Sorry I don’t have any results yet to share on how to get out of the “slump” but I’m working on it and these are a few steps I’ve taken. Thank you for your post and I pray you have an answer to your hand pain so you can get relief. ❤

Is that a basenji? I love it.

The Colorado Valley Quilt Guild have docents who volunteer. We also assist with the change outs. Wonderful asset to our community. Exhibits change out several times a year. Kaffe actually gave a lecture a few years back at the museum.

Great plan. My question is how do you access your bobbin? I have a Bernina and the bobbin loads in the front of the machine. Thanks 😊

Have you had your doctor check if this is the problem (thoracic outlet syndrome ) I spent months trying to get diagnosed I was at the point where my hands and up my arm was numb finally a female doctor who listened to me sent me to a specialist 3 days later I was in surgery , This might not be your problem but if nothing else it can't hurt to ask.

Stop eating sugar/carbs. My hands hurt so bad I could barely cut out a pattern..I thought I had arthritis…turns out I just needed to get rid of sugar in my diet. I no longer eat breads or starchy veg and very little fruit. Noticed a huge difference in just a few days. I don’t know if it will help you..but it sure did the trick for me.

Thanks for your video! It was just the information I was looking for. Appreciated all the comments too.

Speed is important to me so I purchased a Juki TL 2200QVP 1500st/min, it’s straight stitch mechanical so no learning curve and I have an industrial Juki J-150QVP 2500st/min. I use a short stitch length so it’s good to have the speed. I have a Bernina for buttonholes and zigzag which I rarely use.

My problem is I don’t know what to do with my finished quilts. I’ve given many away as gifts to everyone I can think of. I’ve made 80 blocks for Quilts of Valor and I’ve sewn 3 quilts with some of those blocks. I’ve got a stack of quilt tops to quilt so I told myself no more sewing until you reduce that pile. I’m only allowed to sew FQS Mystery Quilt which is one block per month. It’s so bad I went through my entire scrap bin, cut and organized by color. I just need a purpose other than finding more space for my quilts. I’m always looking for someone to give a quilt to but not everyone appreciates a quilt. My hands look like yours; long fingers, my hands are very flexible. I hope you resolve your hand pain problem.

Was working on a complicated top a couple years ago. Tiny pieces, points and seams not lining up. I got very frustrated and just stepped out of my sewing room. To get myself motivated to sew again, I grabbed a jelly roll and made a "jellyroll race" top. Fast, easy and it turned out great (it's one of my favorite quilts now). That's all it took to shake me out of my funk. Finished my "complicated" top (Lake House by Zelda Lawrence-Curran) and its ready to be quilted.

Great tour!!❤

Thanks! You are in my prayers; your hands are healed. No disease .🙏

Awesome!

Do you have an Accuquilt? Mine really saves my hands and shoulders.

I’ve used flannel for batting. Also used denim and did not need batting, it was very heavy. Made a great picnic quilt

I don’t sew professionally and have a full time job. I have more ideas than time. That alone causes a sense of pressure to get in my sewing room and burnout. I would spend time in my sewing room everyday if only to practice a technique for 30 minutes. I’ve taken the pressure off to enjoy the summer weather and spend as much time as possible with my two year old and newborn grandkids. I do keep my sewing room tidy and clean bc it’s pleasing to return to. Taking the pressure off is a liberation that later results in creativity. Good to see you, Kayla. I hope the issues with your hands are easily resolved.

Nice to see you back. Hope you find a cure for your hands.

Do you have any tips/tricks that have helped you when you've lost your sew-jo?