Ruth Garner
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Ruth Garner
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Nina started the topic August 2019 – DISCUSSION (may include spoilers) in the forum
UKQU BOOK CLUB 6 years, 9 months agoThis is the thread to discuss the August 2019 book – How to make an American Quilt.
Hopefully most of you managed to get hold of it OK, even if it is a rather old book and not available on Kindle.
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Nina started the topic August 2019 – the book is… in the forum
UKQU BOOK CLUB 6 years, 9 months agoOups, apologies for not starting this thread sooner!
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Nina recommended the post UK Quilters United by a second thread – our second book 6 years, 10 months ago
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Ami Richards wrote a new post, The lead up to FOQ with my friends 6 years, 10 months ago
I have been to Festival of Quilts (FOQ) once before, in 2017 with my friend Lynne and we had a good but rather hectic day.
Since then I have made friends with the lovely Carol from my local quilt group and Deb…
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Have fun!
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Ami Richards wrote a new post, Why are we so critical of our work? 6 years, 10 months ago
Why am I so critical of my work? This is a question that I have asked myself many, many times, but why am I so critical of my sewing?
My first ever quilt
I am self-taught and have only been sewing /…
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Like you, I am largely self-taught in quilting. And, like you, I feel the urge to point out every flaw. But we are all learners, and so I am going to try to accept the joy of the recipient while holding back the criticisms as part of my desire for improvement and development !
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It’s hard to stick with the decision not to point out the bits that you are not happy with but if you do, you just spoil the appreciation of the recipient as their eyes will always be drawn to the bits you point out to them. I now show them the bits I’m really happy with, i.e. the quilting or binding etc and it makes me (and them) have a more positive experience and memory. Thanks for your comment Maggie x
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Ami Richards wrote a new post, Stashes 6 years, 11 months ago
Stashes, we all seem to have them, some bigger than others, but do we really need them?!?!
Fat quarter storage
I know, I know, it’s a hanging offence just to ask that kind of a question to quilters, but s…
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It sounds sad, but I have actually nominated a “stash executor” in my will. I don’t want my machines, books and material ending up in a skip or a black binbag to the charity shop. She is cool with that, and I know it will then be used in C4CL (Quilts for Care Leavers) ongoing efforts either for fundraising or quilts.
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That’s not sad, it’s practical and your family will be happy to hand the task over, I think I will do the same and find a stash executor.
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Jane Galley wrote a new post, 'Home Fires' 6 years, 11 months ago
It seems a life time ago that we attended the Bloggerati Retreat and already there are plans afoot for the next one. The last retreat was precious time for me to concentrate on sewing, something I don’t often…
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I missed this earlier. A lovely warm message.
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Thank you Maggie. Her husband has since passed away, so very poignant for her
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Christine Hutchins wrote a new post, I Spy quilts 6 years, 11 months ago
What is an I Spy quilt and how do you make one? Well, this question has many answers – and I can provide you with my take on the I Spy quilt, as I have made a few. The feature that all I Spy quilts have in common i…
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I love your I Spy quilt and you have inspired me to have a go and make one too.
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I’m glad it has inspired you – and I hope to see a picture of your I Spy quilt at some time!
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Nina started the topic July 2019 – DISCUSSION inc SPOILERS in the forum
UKQU BOOK CLUB 6 years, 11 months agoPlease discuss our July book, Fool’s Puzzle by Earlene Fowler, in this thread.
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Nina started the topic July 2019 – the book is… in the forum
UKQU BOOK CLUB 6 years, 11 months agoFor July, I am suggesting we read Fool’s Puzzle by Earlene Fowler.
Blog article: https://ukqu.co.uk/ukqu-book-club-july-2019/
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Nina replied to the topic June book and future possible reads. in the forum
UKQU BOOK CLUB 6 years, 11 months agoPam,
Thank you for taking the time to comment; it’s good to know that others are reading the books too!
I am trying to pick a wide range of books, so some months may not be to your liking.
I have just downloaded the Linda Gillard book to my Kindle, thank you for the suggestion.
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Nina wrote a new post, UK Quilters United by a second thread – our second book 6 years, 11 months ago
The second book by and about UK Quilters United is very soon available to purchase on Amazon globally. The Kindle version went live on 27 June 2019 and the paperback should be available shortly too.
The book…
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Exciting? My mum was so proud to be mentioned in the first book.
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Very excited!!! There are some really lovely stories in the book!
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Really looking forward to ordering a paper copy (as a keepsake). Great work from a wonderful team. Love to you all
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Brilliant work from everyone.
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UPDATE APRIL 2020 — I have submitted a request to Amazon to reduce the price on all our books. Hopefully it’ll be approved soon! The Kindle versions are still available for free if your are a Kindle Unlimited subscriber.
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Jane Galley wrote a new post, Templates from Sew Easy 6 years, 11 months ago
For a long time, I’ve wanted to do a triangle quilt so when the request went out to review some templates I was quick to volunteer. I didn’t know what I was going to get but I was hopeful that there would be…
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Nina replied to the topic June 2019 – the book is… in the forum
UKQU BOOK CLUB 6 years, 11 months agoSally, I am glad you found the book fascinating. It definitely opened my eyes to a life so different to what we are used to in England!
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Christine Hutchins wrote a new post, WOEWIT…(What On Earth…) 6 years, 12 months ago
Have you ever had those times (quite possibly more than one) where you looked at a project, and thought ‘What On Earth Was I Thinking?’ (WOEWIT)? If you are anything like me, you will have numerous projects in var…
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Jane Galley wrote a new post, Lily Pad By Debbie Shore for The Craft Cotton Co 7 years ago
I think the Craft Cotton Co are quickly becoming one of my favourite fabric companies. The quality of the fabric is superb and the latest batch of design are fantastic. I have been given the privilege of r…
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Another triumph Jane! Lovely material and put to excellent use!
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Thank you Teresa
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Teresa Barrow wrote a new post, Controversial? Moi? Part 5 ….. Kittens! 7 years ago
We all know that we can’t always put pictures of cats and dogs on, or even near, finished quilts or goodness gracious sleeping on sewing machines, quilt sandwiches, disrupting cut out patchwork pieces or blocks on t…
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Brilliant. Love your blogs, keep them coming.
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So glad I found your ”Moi part 5”… thought for a moment I had missed that…such lovely story. I hope you feel a little better and that the warm weather helps.
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I have so enjoyed your blogs, love your writing style.
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Christine Hutchins wrote a new post, I'd know that silhouette anywhere…! 7 years ago
I love fabric – I am a fabriholic, and the chance to review fabric is right up my street. I think that someone must have been thinking of me particularly when I was sent this fabric to review. I was sent some l…
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A very thorough review, Christine. Not all reviewers consider how it stitches!
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Jane Galley wrote a new post, Malvern Quilt Show 7 years ago
You may remember my deliberations about going to the retreat last year, you can read about it here in case you missed it. There were all sorts or mental gymnastics to get there and I’m so glad I went. I then dec…
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Ruth Garner
@ruthgarner
Ruth Garner