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Sylvia Priest – webmaster and quilter wrote a new post, The start of my Quilt Journey 3 years, 10 months ago
Have you ever thought about joining a Quilting Group .. its great fun. I asked a good friend of mine .. lets call her Artemesia .. how she came to join the one I go to. This is her story.
“Do work hard at Fre…
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Sylvia Priest – webmaster and quilter wrote a new post, Gutermann creativ Sparkly Thread 3 years, 10 months ago
New! Gutermann creativ Sparkly Thread
Sparkly is the new sewing thread with a trendy metallic finish, giving projects a touch of glitz and glamour. Thanks to its two-tone effect, Sparkly is a real eye-catcher on f…
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Sylvia Priest – webmaster and quilter wrote a new post, Design Pro Applique Mat from Clover 3 years, 11 months ago
How many of us burn our fingers during applique work, or find the pieces slipping around? Sore fingers can be a problem when trying to hold small fabric pieces in place for sure.
Take the hard work out…
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Sylvia Priest – webmaster and quilter wrote a new post, Oliso’s iconic SmartIron ® just got smarter 3 years, 11 months ago
The new TG1600Pro Plus still features Oliso’s most-loved patented iTouch® technology and is not only safer but also time-saving, reducing strain on wrists and arms. Simply touch the handle and the iron lowers, re…
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Sylvia Priest – webmaster and quilter wrote a new post, Vlieseline Recycled Wadding 3 years, 12 months ago
Environmental awareness and caring for our planet and our own lifestyles are top of the agenda for many of us. Recycling 7 million plastic bottles a day into nonwoven interlinings and waddings, Vlieseline r…
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Sylvia Priest – webmaster and quilter wrote a new post, Chic Escape Fabric Collection from Tilda 3 years, 12 months ago
Chic Escape is inspired by restoration projects taken on by people who share our passion for vintage fabric, pottery and quirky artefacts, bringing new life and laughter to old forgotten buildings. Our escape…
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Sylvia Priest – webmaster and quilter wrote a new post, Tonal Ditsy from Andover, designed by Lyn Goldsworthy 4 years ago
This lovely quilt could challenge you or your sewing group to a monthly block .. and it makes up into a fantastic quilt, 54″ x 54″. Designed by Lyn Goldsworthy from Lilyquilts exclusively for Andower (the US…
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Sylvia Priest – webmaster and quilter wrote a new post, Gutermann Selection Boxes 4 years ago
Selection Boxes are not just for Christmas .. and apparently they are not always chocolates either! Gutermann have a lovely selection of threads for you to enjoy though . with less fattening centres I am s…
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Denise Inkson wrote a new post, The Cheap Procrastinator: Mixed Media Queen Protea 4 years ago
Used under license from Adobe Stock Photos.
Little did I know when, we, the bloggers of UKQU were set a task of doing a blog based on a flower and that a few weeks later the world would learn that the Sunflower…
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Carol Munro wrote a new post, English Rule – Rulers and Templates 4 years ago
I was asked to review some new quilting rulers which are now available, these are made by Mark Pickering at sewonsewforth.co.uk. Mark’s mother runs classes and was finding students were struggling with the use of r…
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Sylvia Priest – webmaster and quilter wrote a new post, Vlieseline .. the answer to many of your wadding and interlining needs 4 years, 1 month ago
Hidden away behind fabulous fabrics and numerous projects is the secret ingredient for successful sewing. Vlieseline is that magic material, the key to quick and easy yet professional results!
Several…
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Sylvia Priest – webmaster and quilter wrote a new post, Festival of Quilts ticket giveaway 4 years, 1 month ago
Are you planning to visit the Festival of Quilts this year.
Between the 18th until the 21st August the event of the year will be stretched across the Halls at the NEC, Birmingham, showing some of the best quilts…
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Sylvia Priest – webmaster and quilter wrote a new post, Mini Patchwork Wedge 9 Degree Ruler from Sew Easy 4 years, 1 month ago
Are you looking for a new challenge .. then this latest ruler from Sew Easy might just be what you have been looking for.
Ideal for circular, semi-circular and star quilt designs as well as for making bunting.…
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Sylvia Priest – webmaster and quilter wrote a new post, Sew like the Professionals! the new Gutermann creativ Denim Tin 4 years, 1 month ago
Denim fabrics are trendy and not just for jeans. Authentic, sturdy and cool, denim bags, backpacks, pillow cases or vase covers are just a few examples that make for great denim accessories.
Denim 100m is the…
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What a great idea! Why did no-one think of it before!
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Sylvia Priest – webmaster and quilter wrote a new post, Vlieseline 50% Bamboo Wadding 4 years, 1 month ago
Let’s talk wadding – one of the three elements that turn a beautiful patchwork into a quilt!
The latest addition to the Vlieseline range is a medium-weight, very soft, sew-in wadding made from 50% Bamboo and…
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Sylvia Priest – webmaster and quilter wrote a new post, Hemline Scissor Sets 4 years, 2 months ago
A bright and beautifully colour coordinated tool set that will spruce up your sewing basket instantly! A perfect starter set for new crafters too
Containing sharp, clean-cutting scissors with comfort grip…
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Denise Inkson wrote a new post, The Cheap Procrastinator: Inspiration in all things. 4 years, 2 months ago
It is finally happening, my husband and myself are about to impart on our first whole week holiday without the children, whom are now adults. It is five past six on a cold early February morning. There is nothing but…
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Quite a journey Denise, and some lovely thoughts about the impact of what you see and feel and how they could be used in your quilting. I love Scotland and am heading there soon .. with camera and, like you, will probably come back with more ideas. Regards to hubby.
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First, thank you for your lovely comment and secondly, sorry for my late reply. I hope you enjoy your holiday.
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Marijke Van Welzen wrote a new post, Let's make a Patchwork jacket Technique II Crazy Quilting 4 years, 3 months ago
A technique I like to use is Crazy Quilting. I made several jackets in this technique. First I sort my scraps in the desired colours, see an earlier post in these series.
Start on a base of fusible interfacing…
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Marijke Van Welzen wrote a new post, Let's make a patchwork Jacket II – Choosing Colours & nbsp; 4 years, 3 months ago
Let’s talk about colour.
When I was little it was not done to combine red and green. Do you remember things like that?Jacket by Oscar de la Renta
You probably have your favourite colours. Of course you c…
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I have really enjoyed your blogs on how to create a patchwork jacket. I have long been an admirer of your wonderful work, so, to see some of your processes is a treat!
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thank you Maggie. You can see more on http://www.art2wearblog.blogspot.com
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Sylvia Priest – webmaster and quilter wrote a new post, Gutermann Sew-All creativ now comes in Miniking cones 4 years, 3 months ago
Miniking Thread from the Sew-All Gütermann creativ range is now made from 100% recycled bottles and comes in plastic-free packaging – great for the environmentally aware quilters amongst us.
Miniking T…
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3 years, 10 months ago
What a fun piece! You met the Quilt Police and survived! Strong lady!