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Free Standard Issue Vol.6 No.1 – January 2015
New Year’s
Resolutions
– With A
Twist!
How To Get
Organised
on a Budget
New
Project -
Scrappy
Star Quilt
Make This
Month’s
Block –
Cross 13
Block
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Online Quilt Magazine Table of Contents
New Year's Resolutions - With a TWIST …………………….………………………………………………….……………………………………………………….. Page 4
Getting Organized on a Budget ………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………
PROJECT - Scrappy Star Quilt …………………..…………………………………………....…………………………………………………………………..…………..
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Page 11
What’s New From The Fat Quarter Shop …………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………
Book Reviews …………………….…………………..……..………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………..
Recipe Corner – Three-Cheese Pastizzi …………………………..………………………………………………………….……………………………………………
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Reader “Show and Tell” ………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………….…….…………...…..
BLOCK OF THE MONTH – Cross 13 Block ……….….…………….………….…..……………............................................................................
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Today's Tips.................................................................................................................................................................................. Page 36
YES – We Want To hear From You............................................................................................................................................... Page 37
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Letter from the Editor
Jody Anderson
Hi!
Happy New Year! We hope you’ve all survived the holiday season happy and healthy and all refreshed
and ready to get stuck into 2015!! I had a big sewing room clean up before Christmas, and now that I can
see the floor again (yes – I know!), I’ve also rediscovered all sorts of projects that I’d put aside last year.
I’m quite excited to get stuck into some of them again now, and I love this time of new beginnings (and
re-starts), and creative ideas that seem to flow at this time of year.
New Year’s resolutions with a twist (page 4) seem quite do-able to me, and this issue we have some
great ideas for saving time or money, as well as a new quilt project for you to try.
Your favourites are back – new fabrics, more books, recipes, tips and of course, all those great “Show and
Tell” projects you’ve been sending in!
We have all sorts of great things planned to share with you this year too, so grab a cuppa, sit down and
have a read through, and Watch This Space!
Jody
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Have you given up making resolutions?
Do you think they are hokey?
You know you won't follow through anyways so
why even try to make one?
You can hardly make 30 days. And really what
needs 365 days of fixing?
I looked it up and here is what I found:
resolution
Pronunciation: \Ìre-zY-Èlü-shYn\
Function: noun
1: the act or process of resolving: as a: the act of
analyzing a complex notion into simpler ones b:
the act of answering :solving c: the act of
determining
I have not made a resolution in two years, not
with a pen and paper anyway. I secretly thought
of things and left them in my mind, knowing it
wouldn't get done and so this year I am trying
something a bit different and--I Triple Dare you to
try it this! --Instead of one resolution I am going
to make 12 resolutions. Now how daring is that!!
Here is the twist.
A new one for every month of this year; Yes I am
going to committed to something new each
month.
I do believe there is truth in the fact that you can
change a habit in just 21 days. So if I can do
New Year's Resolutions - With a TWIST
By Kimberly Schick-Puddicombe
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something for 30 days it should be easier to flow
into the rest of the year.
Just think I get to start each month fresh, no guilt
about what did or didn't happen with the
knowledge that I will work through the resolution
every month both personally and professionally.
Here's what happens if you don't make a
resolution!
Did you know that by not making resolutions you
are not allowing yourself to have the most
fulfilling life? What you might be asking yourself?
Well by not writing down goals - which is vital to
all businesses so why would it not be vital for
your personal life as well; by not finishing or
starting you are instead procrastinating over the
scary potential or the outcome.
Don't believe me, but ask yourself this, have you
taken a class in which you have not done
anything with the new knowledge you have
gained, but you know of at least three things
during that class that you said "yes" this is easy?
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Or have you started a project and never finished
it completely? Well I have a quilt I started 2 years
ago and I am going to get it finished.
Next, ask yourself how many times you have
thought about that project. I couldn’t tell you
how many times I have looked at my son's bed
and wished the quilt was finished. The time I have
spent over the year thinking and wishing I had
completed the project would have probably been
3 times the amount of time it will actually take
me to finish the project. That is where the stress
and frustration come in.
Let's make it EASY!
I hear you already, If you can't make one
resolution how do you find 12 different
resolutions? Here is the easy part, (I never said I
was going to make them so hard that I would
dread doing them.)
You have to write them down - that is vital.
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Come up with a few ideas or think about what
frustrates you through the year and try to pick a
month that it works best to focus resolving that
goal.
My business coach always tells me to "15
Minute" my way along. And it works. I bought a
timer and commit to doing projects '15 minutes'
at a time and then move on to the next item.
Happy New Year!
About the Author: Kimberly Schick-Puddicombe is the
Founder and Publisher of Moms, Dads and Kids. & The Little
Black Book for busy families TM. Her transition from full
time marketer with a demanding career to full time mom
with 2 fabulously active kids had her on a constant search
for things to keep them occupied so she launched Alberta
fun finder website http://www.momsdadsandkids.com
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Puddicombe
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You're a do-it-yourself kind of person. You want
to get organized. You have the motivation; the
energy; the plan... but you haven't the cash.
Well, I'm here to tell you that you can still
accomplish your goal without investing in costly
supplies. With a little elbow grease and/or
planning, we can find creative and inexpensive
solutions.
One time I purchased an old green sewing cabinet
for a small amount of money. I stripped the green
paint and found that the wood was oak, and it
also had brass hinges. Once I re-stained the oak
and polished the brass, I was thrilled with the
results.
I've also purchased old water-stained dressers,
repainted the, purchased new knobs, and I've got
the shabby chic look!
Let's say you need a good used file cabinet.
Where would you find one? You could drive from
yard sale to yard sale, or just go directly to a
source.
By searching the Yellow Pages or the internet,
you can find a used office furniture warehouse in
your area. I've purchased everything from used
cubicles, task lighting, desks, file cabinets,
bookshelves, task chairs... and all I needed was
patience, cash, a pick-up truck, and a good pair of
walking shoes. I would rather buy a used, dented
heavy-duty file cabinet, than purchase a new,
poor quality file cabinet.
Getting Organized on a Budget
By Linda Griffith from www.organisedoption.com
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One year, a local company went out of business
and advertised that they were selling off their
furniture. On the day of the sale, I arrived at 5:00
a.m. Although I found myself in a long line of
other savvy buyers, there was more than enough
inventory for everyone.
I purchased a complete U-shaped cubicle, file
drawers, overhead shelves and task lighting for
only $60 in cash. I didn't expect perfection in the
furniture; but it was functional, heavy-duty and
affordable.
Other opportunities exist when model home
furniture companies sell off their existing
inventory. Again, it's a cash and carry business,
but the furniture is mostly unblemished and like
new.
I also recommend building material warehouses.
These warehouses receive daily truckloads, and
inventory comes from many sources:
Manufacturer over-runs, discontinued items,
manufacturer mistakes, general contractor's
purchasing too much of a product. All of the
inventory is new, not used or damaged.
Image from Pinterest yummymummyclub.ca
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Whenever a client has needed inexpensive
storage solutions for their sewing room, I've gone
to my local warehouse and purchased a kitchen
pantry. They come in a variety of wood and stain,
and most items are half off retail.
One time I bought a beautiful maple cabinet and
since one of the drawer fronts wasn't screwed in
perfectly, I got it for less than half off retail. Keep
in mind, however, that at these types of
warehouses, merchandise is sold as is, and all
sales are final.
So, put on your thinking cap and get creative. It
takes time to research and squeeze through the
aisles of these huge warehouses but, if you're on
a budget, it's a priceless investment.
About the Author: Linda Griffith, owner of The Organized
Option, is a Professional Organizer & Speaker based in
Phoenix. The creator of the Messiest Sewing Room Contest
TM, Linda has helped dozens of sewers, crafters and home-
based business owners to achieve a clutter-free, efficient
work area and regain their lost energy. A national speaker,
Linda's presentations blend practical how-to organizing tips
with motivation and humor. She's also a regular columnist
in the international publication, The Country Register. Linda
can be reached at 480-755-3991, or through her website,
http://www.organizedoption.com where you can sign up
for her free monthly e-newsletter.
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Project – Scrappy Star Quilt
By Jody Anderson from www.QuiltBlockoftheMonthClub.com
What do you do with those left over Jelly Roll strips? That’s easy – turn them into our cute-as-a-button
scrappy star quilt! This quilt is quick and easy to make, and uses up ALL those scraps too.
This quilt measures
62 inches x 62
inches square.
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You Will Need:
16 x 2½ inch Jelly Roll strips in darker/brighter
colours (We had leftovers from a roll called
“Martinique” by 3 Sisters for Moda).
8 x 2½ inch Jelly Roll strips in paler/duller colours
3 metres (3 ½ yards) plain fabric for the quilt top
and binding (We used a stone colour that was 44
inches wide.)
Backing fabric measuring at least 68 x 68 inches
square
Batting measuring at least 68 x 68 inches square
Star Blocks:
There are 16 star blocks in this quilt. Each block
has a different bold fabric for the front of the
star, and the background star points are from the
paler strips. You will get 2 blocks from each paler
jelly roll strip. Cut carefully, and you will use your
solid fabric and strips with very little waste.
Cut:
From each of the 16 darker jelly roll strips, cut 4
strips 7½ inches long, for the 16 different stars.
From each of the 8 paler jelly roll strips, cut 8
strips 5½ inches long. This will use the entire
strip, and be sufficient for the background points
of 2 stars.
From the plain fabric, cut 128 squares measuring
2½ inches x 2½ inches.
From the plain fabric, cut 64 squares measuring
5½ x 5½ inches.
Sort out and pair up your jelly roll strips – one set
of 4 longer darker strips with a set of 4 paler
strips for each block.
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You will use the small plain squares to
snowball the corners of the jelly roll
strips.
Fold each square in half with wrong
sides together and press as shown.
Refer to the picture for the direction of
these snowballed squares.
Lay the plain square at the top of each
jelly roll strip – the diagonal line runs
from bottom left to top right on the
long strips, and on the shorter paler
strips, the line starts at the top left
corner, and runs down to bottom right.
Align the top and side edges, open out
the fold and sew on the diagonal crease.
You will be able to chain piece these.
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Use the ¼ inch foot on your sewing
machine as a guide, and sew a second row
on the inside of the first, as shown.
Carefully cut between the seams (it will be
about an 1/8th inch seam allowance on
each side).
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Open out and press well.
Put the half square triangles aside in
pairs, for the outer border.
Sew one paler strip to the bottom of a
5½ inch plain fabric square.
Tip - When you sew these strips on,
align the top of the snowballed strip
with the edge of the larger square – this
will give you neat edges with an even ¼
inch seam allowance around each star.
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Then add the longer strip to the left
hand side as shown.
Make four of these blocks with the
same fabrics, and arrange to form the
star block as shown.
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Sew together in pairs, taking care to
press so the seams sit in opposite
directions, then join the halves together
to complete the block.
Press well.
Make 16 blocks.
Arrange the 16 blocks in a 4 x 4 layout and piece the blocks together in rows, then sew the rows
together for the centre of your quilt top. Again, press seams in opposite directions in alternate
rows, and your joining seams will sit together nicely.
Borders:
The first border is just from the plain fabric. Measure your quilt top first, to double check the
lengths. You will need to join strips for the required lengths.
We cut 2 strips 2½ inches wide and 56 inches long for the sides. Sew to the quilt top and press well.
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For top and bottom, we cut strips 2½ inches wide and 60½ inches long. Join them and press.
The second border is pieced from the half square triangles you made when you pieced the blocks.
Sew the half square triangles together in matching pairs as pictured, then join the pairs together until
you have 4 strips of 16 pairs. Press well.
As these strips are arranged to sit off centre along the borders, you will need to add a short strip of the
plain fabric to the end of each strip. Cut these strips 2 inches wide and about 8 inches for the sides,
and 10 inches for the top and bottom.
Refer to the photo of the finished quilt above for placement help. We chose to have our border
pointing ‘in’, so the plain strip was added to the lower end for the left hand border. Pin the border strip
in place and start sewing from the pieced squares end. Trim away the excess plain fabric at the other
end when you have finished.
The plain strip was added to the top for the right hand border. Again, pin and start sewing from the
pieced squares end, and trim the excess fabric from the plain end when finished.
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Cut two 2 inch squares from the plain fabric for the top and bottom borders. For the top, start with one 2
inch plain square, then add your pieced strip, and finally the plain 10 inch strip to the end. Press and sew
to the top border, starting with the plain square at the top left corner. Trim the excess fabric from the end
of the plain strip.
Repeat for the bottom border. Refer to the photo above, and add the plain strip, then the pieced strip and
the remaining 2 inch square. Pin and sew from the square end.
Finishing:
Lay the backing face down on a large flat surface. Smooth the batting on top, and then lay your quilt top on
top of that, facing up. Smooth all layers and pin or thread baste.
The design on this quilt allows for some great quilting options in the plain fabric squares between the stars.
You may like to add feathers or other motifs, or use a more complicated filler design.
From the remaining plain fabric, cut sufficient 2¼ inch strips for the binding. Join the 2¼ inch binding strips
with 45 degree seams. Press the ¼ inch seams open, then fold the strip in half, right sides out and press.
Join the binding to the right side of the quilt edge with a quarter inch seam, mitring each corner as you go.
Turn the folded edge of the binding to the back and slip stitch it in place with thread that matches the
binding to finish.
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We're pleased to be able to bring you a selection
each month of the Newest Fabric Releases and
the new season fabric "must haves".
MISTLETOE LANE BY BUNNY HILL DESIGNS FOR
MODA FABRICS
It’s time to hang the mistletoe, and surround
yourself with family and friends! The Mistletoe
Lane collection is filled with soft pinks,
evergreens, and winterberry reds that’s perfect
for winter!
Available in yardage and all precut goods
including our exclusive Jolly Bar precut.
Check it out at:
http://www.fatquartershop.com/moda-
fabric/mistletoe-lane-bunny-hill-designs-moda-
fabrics
What's New from The Fat Quarter Shop
From Kimberly Jolly at www.FatQuarterShop.com
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HELLO, BEAR BY BONNIE CHRISTINE FOR ART
GALLERY FABRICS
Named after Bonnie’s son, Bear, this collection
inspires all to see the outdoors through a new set
of eyes. Illustrated with woodsy tones, Hello,
Bear invites all explores to listen to the playful
sounds of the wilderness. Available in yardage,
precut goods, and an exclusive Bear Hug Quilt Kit.
See More at:
http://www.fatquartershop.com/art-gallery-
fabrics/hello-bear-bonnie-christine-art-gallery-
fabrics
MILK, SUGAR & FLOWER BY ELEA LUTZ FOR PENNY
ROSE FABRICS
Surround yourself with all things sweet with the
Milk, Sugar & Flower collection. Available in all
precut goods and yardage.
View this Range at:
http://www.fatquartershop.com/milk-sugar-and-
flower-fat-quarter-bundle
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"Patchwork Loves Embroidery " by Gail Pan
You'll love this book by talented Australian, Gail
Pan.
I always enjoy some hand sewing and love to
combine this with my quilts and wallhangings.
In this book Gail shows us 15 designs for a variety
of quilted projects - from table runners,
wallhangings, bags and covers for little books to
pincushions.
Her simple pictures are for all levels of quilters
and embroiderers and show how embellishment
of our work can be easily done to create some
lovely articles for the home or for gifts.
Basic instructions on threads, needles and fabrics
are included as well as ways of transferring the
designs from the full-sized pattern sheets.
Book Reviews
By Annette Mira-Bateman from www.QuiltBlockoftheMonthClub.com
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The motifs are inspired by nature - flowers, birds
and cottages all combine to enhance the
patchwork. Gail encourages us to mix and match
the designs if you wish.
It's amazing how simple projects can be
transformed into something really striking by the
addition of a little handwork.
"Patchwork Loves Embroidery" is published by
Martingale and is available through your local
craft book shop or online from:
www.ShopMartingale.com
(Photos courtesy of Martingale)
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"Cups and Saucers - Paper Pieced Kitchen
Designs" by Maaike Bakker
Back by popular demand, this book has over 40
block patterns for 10 projects - all re-made in
completely new fabrics.
Cups and saucers, plates and mugs, jars, boxes,
teapots, bowls and even vegetables - all can be
made using the paper piecing method. All
instructions are clearly set out, with good photos
to help.
The projects are delightful. Alternative
colourways are suggested. Step-by-step guides
will enable any quilter to make wall hangings or
table decorations with these whimsical patterns.
The kitchen or family room will be the envy of
your friends if you add a few of these projects.
There are placemats, table runners and kitchen
dresser-type wall hangings. Almost all are
pictured using alternative fabrics. You'll be
inspired to redecorate your kitchen after looking
at this book.
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Changing a few elements of the design and using
different colours will enable you to move with the
seasons - Christmas themes, Halloween perhaps,
Spring etc.
Vegetables and crockery are all used to great
effect.
The 40 block patterns and quilting designs at the
end of the book, combined with very clear
instructions and photos make this book a must
for any quilter seeking inspiration for something
different.
Maaike Bakker was born in the Netherlands and
has taught classes internationally.
"Cups and Saucers - Paper Pieced Kitchen
Designs" is published by Martingale and is
available through your local craft book shop or
online from: www.ShopMartingale.com
(Photos courtesy of Martingale)
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Ingredients:
300g (10½ oz) fresh ricotta cheese
2/3 cup coarsely grated mozzarella cheese
½ cup finely grated parmesan cheese
2 eggs, lightly beaten
4 sheets frozen puff pastry, partially thawed
Method:
Place ricotta in a bowl. Using a fork, mash until
almost smooth. Add mozzarella and parmesan.
Season with salt and pepper. Stir to combine. Add
half the egg. Stir to combine.
Preheat oven to 220°C/200°C (400 F/425 F) fan-
forced. Line 2 baking trays with baking paper.
Using a 10cm/4 inch round cutter, cut 5 rounds
from each pastry sheet. Brush edge of rounds
with egg. Spoon 1 level tablespoon mixture onto
centre of each round. Spread to a 5cm/2 inch log.
Fold up 2 sides of pastry to enclose log. Pinch to
seal. Twist ends to form points. Place on
prepared trays. Brush with remaining egg.
Recipe Corner – Three-Cheese Pastizzi
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Bake for 20 to 25 minutes or until golden and
puffed. Stand for 4 minutes before serving.
Notes
Tip: You could use crumbled feta cheese instead
of parmesan.
Freezer tips:
To freeze: Place uncooked pastizzi on a baking
tray lined with baking paper. Freeze for 2 to 3
hours or until firm. Transfer to a large snaplock
bag. Expel air from bag. Freeze for up to 1 month.
To reheat: Preheat oven to 220C/200C (400 F/
425 F) fan-forced. Line 2 baking trays with baking
paper. Place frozen pastizzi on prepared trays.
Bake for 25 minutes or until golden and heated
through.
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This month we continue our regular segment of
“Show and Tell” quilts made by our Online Quilt
Magazine Readers. It’s been another busy month
too!
We will include them as long as you can send
them to us, and that way we can all share in the
wealth of creativity and inspiration abundant
within our quilting community.
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“Here is the almost finished version of a lap quilt I
made for a special friend. She has 4 beautiful Gr.
Pyrennes dogs so each dog collar has the dog’s
name on it for the quilt.
She loved it so much she did not want to use it,
but I insisted it was for use when reading during
those winter nights! It is all hand sewn and hand
quilted. I didn’t use a machine for any of it.”
- Intha R., USA
Reader “Show and Tell”
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And Jacqueline B from Belgium sent in her latest
bag and Christmas wallhanging.
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“I recently finished a Christmas present for a
friend using layer cakes and making my own
pattern. Here is a photo of the finished product. It
ended up fitting the top of a king size bed. Quite
an undertaking but I love making gifts. I chose to
do stitch in the ditch to quilt it, it was the easiest
since I do not have a long arm machine.”
- Linda M., USA
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Yolande J. from Australia made this fab bag in
Christmas colours too…
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“Just thought I would show you a photo of the
Redwork table runner that I made to send to my
brother-in-law & his wife in America. The fabrics
all show patterns of Australian wildflowers.”
(Pattern from
www.QuiltBlockoftheMonthClub.com )
- Joan C., Australia
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“I wanted to show you my latest work – a Tester
bag for Sara @ SewSweetness in Chicago in USA “
- Peta L., Australia
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“Attached is a couple of pics of my 1st ever Quilt. I
made it for my son when he got his big-boy bed in
2005.
- Katharina Z., Rotterdam, NY, USA
Keep them coming – We’ve had some
lovely quilts and bags this month!
Please send in your “Show and Tell”
Photos to me at:
jody@onlinequiltmagazine.com
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This week's block is one of a series of cross
blocks. It is fairly easy to piece together and has
a great effect when completed.
To make this 12 inch block as shown, you will
need 5 different fabrics, and once you have
rotary cut the pieces according to the Cutting
Diagram, you can piece them together as shown.
Block of the Month
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Today’s Tips:
1. Ensure your binding goes on smoothly by
running a row of stitching around the edge of the
quilt to hold all three layers together, before you
attach it.
2. Make your quilt rod / hanging sleeve from a
patchwork of all the fabric used in your quilt.
Then, if you need to repair anything on the quilt
top later, you will have a selection of the right
fabrics to use.
3. When measuring a quilt for borders, take
several measurements lengthwise and crosswise -
especially going through the quilt centre. You will
need to square up your quilt at this point so your
borders will sit properly when they are joined.
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And the following tips are perfect for the New
Year…!
* Park your ironing board as far away as possible from your machine and become obsessive about pressing every single seam. This will keep you moving instead of sitting in one place too long. (I have decided this saves time on having to go do some exercise - why walk around the block,( or go out in the cold for the gym) when you can make 20 trips to the ironing board...???) * Make a list of your unfinished projects (UFOs). Finish the ones that still hold your interest. Then give away, trade, sell, or throw away the rest. (This tip is a gem - the peace of mind from not always having that niggling feeling that there's something still to finish before you can get fully into the next project is worth it!!) I think this is something to do with "bright shiny objects" and procrastination...
We’re always on the lookout for
great Hints and Tips to share. If you
have any, please send them to
jody@onlinequiltmagazine.com,
as we’d love to include yours!
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