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Nina replied to the topic April 2019 – DISCUSSION – SPOILERS in the forum
UKQU BOOK CLUB 7 years, 1 month agoSally, I am trying to find a real mix of types of books; hopefully something familiar as well as a few new to most!
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Carolyn Gibbs wrote a new post, Starting hand quilting: Part 3: Threads 7 years, 1 month ago
While it is possible to use all sorts of threads for hand quilting, which is the best, and why?
There are two things to consider:What will the finished appearance be like?
How easy will the thread be to use?Both…
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Carolyn Gibbs recommended the post Considering Value 7 years, 1 month ago
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Lyn Butler wrote a new post, MAKOWER SCANDI 7 years, 1 month ago
Once again I had the privilege of reviewing some Makower fabrics.
This is their new Scandi range and it has some very pretty designs in classic red and modern grey.There are also some lovely patterns, cute…
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What a clever and effective idea, to make placemats. Now you just have to remember where you store them for Christmas!
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Nina wrote a new post, Competition – What should the title for our second book be? 7 years, 1 month ago
With the work on our second book by and about UK Quilters United well underway, it is time to come up with the name for it, and we are looking for your help!
The first book
Our first book was compiled and edited by…
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Thank you to everyone who submitted a title! The competition is now closed and the judges will deliberate, and probably dither a bit too….
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Abigail Sheridan de Graaff wrote a new post, cut&alter :: Modern Quilts – Fabric Part II 7 years, 1 month ago
Last week Modern Quilts – Fabric Part I was published and this week we are continuing the theme of fabric.
So far I have talked about solids or fabrics that read as solid but that is not to say that prints cannot b…
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Carolyn Gibbs wrote a new post, Starting hand quilting: Part 2: Wadding 7 years, 1 month ago
How do you start hand quilting?
This webpage will discuss the types of wadding (batting in the USA) that you will need.
The thickness and the density of the wadding makes an enormous difference to the ease of the…
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Abigail Sheridan de Graaff recommended the post Festival of Quilts 2019 7 years, 1 month ago
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Abigail Sheridan de Graaff wrote a new post, cut&alter :: Modern Quilts – Fabric Part I 7 years, 2 months ago
Last week I gave you a brief introduction to modern quilts and their history. Over the next few weeks I am going to explore different facets of modern quilts in more depth. But before we start on this I have…
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A really clear and interesting post, Abigail, which highlights how you chose the most effective fabrics for this modern style. Choosing fabrics is something so many people struggle with!
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Thanks Carolyn – the choosing of fabrics and colourways is something I love.
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This is a great blog, it was well written and easy to understand. I’ve only been quilting for 2 years and sometimes the ‘jargon ‘ just throws me. I look forward to the next part
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Oh thanks Ami that’s great to hear. The next part is just being proof read!
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Juliet Nice recommended the post Here’s Miffy by The Craft Cotton Company 7 years, 2 months ago
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Abigail Sheridan de Graaff wrote a new post, cut&alter :: Fabric Review – Rainbow Etchings by Stuart Hillard 7 years, 2 months ago
I spied the new fabric collection by Stuart Hillard on the Craft Cotton Co stand at CHSI Stitches in February – oh it certainly caught my eye and so when it became available for review my hand shot up! Rainbow E…
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The addition of the plain grey material was a masterstroke, really brings focus to the main fabrics.
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Thanks Teresa – although I have almost run out of it now and can’t figure out which grey it was to order more!!
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Sarah Wells wrote a new post, Beautiful fat quarters. 7 years, 2 months ago
I was thrilled when these fat quarters arrived, I have purchased fabric from this company in the past. The colours were vivid and printed in the correct areas of the patterns. The fat quarters all matched well and…
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The fabric is so cute and I love the apron you made
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What a lovely range and a great make for your niece. I love the peek a boo bears.
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Carolyn Gibbs wrote a new post, Starting hand quilting: Part 1: Fabric 7 years, 2 months ago
Hand quilting is relaxing to do (once you have got the hang of it!), and gives beautiful results, which are different to those obtained by a sewing machine.
Maybe you would like to try it, but are not sure where to…
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Lyn Butler wrote a new post, April fool day…Just for the craic🤣… 7 years, 2 months ago
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Craic washedand ready.
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I don’t think I can improve on Judith’s comment!
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Love it, made my smile 🙂
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I adore this! So Clever!
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Who has been in my bathroom
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Lyn Butler wrote a new post, Sewing for a Leftie? 7 years, 2 months ago
Oh wow…as a left hander this made my day…anyone know where I can get one,please?
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Wow, that’s interesting, glad I don’t need it. Could be confusing!
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You might get one from the same shops that sell sky hooks, tartan paint, and left opening pillow cases.
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I have seen these in commercials 🙂 sewing at speed and backwards……
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Classic!
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Nina replied to the topic April 2019 – DISCUSSION – SPOILERS in the forum
UKQU BOOK CLUB 7 years, 2 months agoI know it’s still March, but has anyone started reading yet?
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Abigail Sheridan de Graaff wrote a new post, cut&alter :: Modern Quilts …. 7 years, 2 months ago
Modern quilts – whether you love them or hate (or are somewhere in between) it certainly looks like they are here to stay. Whilst the definition of a modern quilt is often the cause for heated debate, “What exactly…
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Abigail Sheridan de Graaff recommended the post Review of Makower UK Pinstripe 7 years, 2 months ago
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Carolyn Gibbs recommended the post String Piecing blocks – how to avoid mistakes! 7 years, 2 months ago
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