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Here’s a creative recycling idea! The cardboard core of an empty fabric bolt makes a handy portable ironing board. Just wrap it in a thin towel, pin, and tote it to your next workshop.
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Have you ever returned from a workshop with someone else’s scissors or rotary cutter? ID your cutting tools by tying a “ribbon” of your favorite fabric through the handles. You’ll recognize them quickly—every time!
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We all made it here safe and sound - today we are playing with Gayle Hillert from Bernina of America. No matter where we find ourselves, when we are all together it is just like home. Are you coming to this super seminar? If so, raise your hand (and remember to wear your TQS badge) - oh yes, look who Alex found at the airport? aaarrrrrrrrr Perhaps he is on the way to this Super Seminar!
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Keep your supplies ready to go. A tool or tackle box makes a wonderful carryall for scissors, rotary cutter, pins, marking pencils, and other quilting necessities. Another alternative? A lightweight, plastic cosmetic case is relatively inexpensive—and colorful too.
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Have you ever been to Paducah? If so, what was the best part for you.........................?
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Quilt show on your travel agenda? Tuck a pad of stick-on return address labels in your purse or tote bag before heading to the big event. You’ll save lots of time—and prevent writer’s cramp—when you are registering for quilt drawings and door prizes. (These labels are also handy for identifying quilt books, magazines, rulers, and othe quilting gadgets.)
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Road trip! If you’ll be spending lots of time in your car this summer, keep a small hand project (hand appliqué, redwork, or English paper piecing, for example) in your glove compartment for your turn as a passenger or for unexpected delays. Same applies for those long waits at piano lessons, soccer practice, and orthodontist appointments.
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Summer time is travel time. If a family member or friend is getting ready to “hit the road,” request a fat quarter of fabric instead of the usual coffee mug, fridge magnet, or t-shirt souvenir. This is also a good suggestion to a spouse or retired parent who travels regularly.
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For many years we have enjoyed the benefits of quilting and fashion as one. In the early years this opportuntiy was provided by Fairfield Batting - several years ago it was morphed into the Bernina Fashion Show. As a result, the creativity has continued and now several of the garments would be of red carpet consideration. This show always debuts at Houston International Quilt Festival and then is viewed at various events throughout the year. This year, in Chicago, I had the pleasure of viewing it. Diana (of Bernina) and I sat there choosing our mother of the bride and groom outfits. This year was over the top - check out the garments here. If you ever have the opportunity to see this show - GO!
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Which way is which? Try this simple test to determine the grainline of fabric that no longer has its selvage. Firmly grasp the fabric in both hands and tug. Lengthwise grain responds with a loud “snap,” while crosswise grain gives a lower-pitched “thud.”
Once you’ve determined which is which, insert a small, rustproof safety pin into the fabric, parallel to the lengthwise grain.
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