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Sue Burford wrote a new post, MAKING A FABRIC POSTCARD 6 years ago
Although most of the Members of the UKQU, there are a few Newbies who may not have made a Fabric Postcard. So, I thought I would share my Birthday Card Postcard which I have made for my No 1 Grandson!
What you…
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Chris Franses wrote a new post, Theme quilts and books 6 years ago
When it comes to designing a quilt it can sometimes help to go with a theme – especially for a sampler or a block of the month – such as ‘seaside’, ‘houses’, ‘trees’. You then have the entertaining task of finding…
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A very timely reminder in these times to look at what we have, and use it!
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Sylvia Priest – webmaster and quilter wrote a new post, Win a Janome Atelier 7 Sewing Machine!! 6 years ago
Here at the website we are delighted to announce we are continuing our relationship with the lovely people at Janome next year, but it remains to announce our second winner…
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Lovely prize
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What a wonderful prize!
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Fabulous Prize!
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Fantastic
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Would love this! Such a fab prize!
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My fingers are crossed as I only have a little Janome gem
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Wonderful opportunity to get a great machine!
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Many thanks, and a Happy New Year to you all!
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Great prize
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Amazing chance to win a fabulous prize
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What a super prize!
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Fantastic Competion – Good Luck to All!!
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I would love to be able to explore the possibilities with this machine and expand my sewing techniques.
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Fingers crossed!
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Amazing prize. Fingers crossed.
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Good luck!
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Chris Franses wrote a new post, Musings on quilts and gardening 6 years ago
Many quilters are also gardeners. Have you ever wondered why this is? I was pondering on it as I wandered round the garden taking photos of progress (or lack of) while thinking that I really ought to be getting on…
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Beautiful walk round your garden, Chris x
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Sylvia Priest – webmaster and quilter wrote a new post, Vlieseline Quilt-along 6 years, 1 month ago
As we all now know, The 2020 Festival of Quilts will switch to an online format to accommodate as many of the annual quilting events and competitions as possible. To celebrate this event, Vlieseline has…
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AbbieAnne wrote a new post, Patchwork Wittering's of Abbieanne, Mystery Quilts and Stuff! 6 years, 1 month ago
Its been a while and is set to continue it seems, to most it probably seems that its been more than a while, but hopefully we’re all ok and busy creating fabulous stuff?! ………..Here’s what I’ve been up to for ever…
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Sylvia Priest – webmaster and quilter wrote a new post, The Festival of Quilts Competition is going virtual! 6 years, 1 month ago
This beautiful quilt was created by Claudia Pfeil
Calling all quilters – we have some good news! This year The Festival of Quilts annual quilting competition will be going ahead… virtually!
There is som…
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Sylvia Priest – webmaster and quilter wrote a new post, New! Gutermann Recycled Thread Multipacks 6 years, 1 month ago
Here’s a great idea for those of us prefer to reuse and recycle, and the idea seems to resolve a is of issues we often experience with our sewing.
1,000m of Sew-all rPET thread from just one recycled plastic b…
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Sylvia Priest – webmaster and quilter wrote a new post, Vlieseline Style-Vil Fix – Fusible Foam Interlining. 6 years, 1 month ago
Vlieseline Style-Vil Fix is revolutionising the creative world!
This new fusible foam interlining allows for easy bonding onto outer fabric to make 3D collage as well as for hand and machine sewn items such as…
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Sylvia Priest – webmaster and quilter wrote a new post, Deco Stitch 70 Thread from Gutermann creativ 6 years, 1 month ago
For beautiful top stitching and decorative backstitch seams, Deco Stitch 70 from Gütermann creativ gives clothing, accessories and home sewing projects a professional, distinctive and unique finish. This shimmering…
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Sue Burford wrote a new post, Spanish Bluebells 6 years, 1 month ago
When I was asked by Sylvia to write about Bluebells, I was intrigued and so set about finding as much information as I could. As most people in the UK who are Gardeners will tell you – the UK has been inundated with…
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Wow your piece is really interesting and now I know why I am puzzled by some blue bells looking different! Thank you Sue. The piece is really lovely. Hope you are well and safe over in sunny Spain.
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Thank you Ruth, I learned new things about them too, and I enjoyed making the wall hanging. Was going to give it away – but somehow it has found its way on to my workshop wall….. xx
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Lynda Jackson wrote a new post, BUST THAT STASH FOR THE NHS 6 years, 2 months ago
We are all currently going through a terrible time with ‘The’ virus and it is affecting the lives of so many people. Not least those who have lost loved ones and those who are suffering. Our magnificent frontline NHS…
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A lovely idea for when the scrubs and hats are done.
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Chris Franses wrote a new post, Books of blocks 6 years, 2 months ago
Having decided to make a quilt using blocks how do you choose which block (or blocks) to use? Do you find a theme (stars for instance) or look for a name that appeals (how about Cats and Mice?). Perhaps you want to…
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This is a really valuable blog for anyone who uses blocks. There are so many books about and they vary immensely in content and quality, so to be given a guide to a set of really detailed staple publications is enormously helpful.
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Thanks, Maggie. Although as a caveat – my bookshelf doesn’t include anything more up-to-date that last century when it comes to block books I’m ashamed to say. I’m really missing the quilt shows this year as it it such a good opportunity to browse for books.
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Sylvia Priest – webmaster and quilter wrote a new post, Vlieseline Quick n Easy Collection R80 and R200 6 years, 2 months ago
Vlieseline is more than just sewing!
As sustainability is becoming increasingly important, Vlieseline has developed two new thermo-insulating waddings made using 100% recycled polyester: R80 and R 200.…
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Sylvia Priest – webmaster and quilter wrote a new post, Sew Easy Ironing Products 6 years, 2 months ago
Neat, compact and ready for travelling to classes or any time your sewing or ironing needs to be mobile … These carefully designed Sew Easy accessories are the perfect solution. Also good if…
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Sylvia Priest – webmaster and quilter wrote a new post, Clover Pom Pom Maker Set 6 years, 2 months ago
If you are looking for something to keep you busy during the next few weeks you might fancy making your own embellishments, or simply having a bit of fun.
Just bear in mind there might be a delay in…
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Sylvia Priest – webmaster and quilter wrote a new post, Face Mask Pattern .. thanks Paula Doyle 6 years, 2 months ago
As the crisis we are facing deepens there’s an ongoing debate about whether the wearing of masks is effective against Covid-19.
We are not advocating the wearing of masks either way, nor are we endorsing this as the…
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AbbieAnne wrote a new post, Strange Times…… 6 years, 2 months ago
Hello Everybody!!
Strange times indeed! I’m sure we’re all very aware of wozon and what we need to be doing, so I’m not going to dwell on the obvious……..
instead……. why not lets have a bit of…
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Sylvia Priest – webmaster and quilter wrote a new post, Sew Easy Basting Glue 6 years, 3 months ago
A great alternative to pins or stitching, this new fabric glue pen from Sew Easy helps you complete projects quickly and easily. The adhesive gives a temporary bond which remains repositionable for up to 3…
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Sylvia Priest – webmaster and quilter wrote a new post, Charity Quilting from Our Quilty Pleasures 6 years, 3 months ago
Once we have made quilts for ourselves, for our relatives [who are likely sneaking around corners checking before they arrive that there are no quilts waiting again] friends and neighbours, and the pile still keeps…
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Love it! Jiggling obviously worked marvellously
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5 years, 11 months ago
What a super, clear example! I have never thought of using hessian.
5 years, 11 months ago
Thank you Margaret. Glad you found it useful. xx