Is anyone interested in taking the lead on creating a mini-group for applique (or anything else)? I'd really be interested in joining. Since I'm working on doing the dyeing stuff (and hopefully from there some other surface design techniques after) I would love to be a 'follower' for any other groups.

Jean,
Teresa has already started a thread/mini group about dyeing. I've been reading it and it is wonderful. Lots of good information and links to other pages with information.
Frances

All the ideas sound good. I think the TQS family, all have knowledge and tips to share.
Would there be only one mini group at a time, or would there be more than one?
I was wondering if Justin would be willing to lead a mini group on dying. I have played with it a little bit, definitely could use some guidance.
I like the idea of everyone within the group working on a single project. That way it would be easier to explain the trials and tribulations (and hopefully successes) that we are experiencing.

Jean in Windsor, ON

I would love to see a group on fabric painting. I did a project with Paint sticks and stencils. You can also use rubbing plates.
Thread painting would be interesting. Or wool applique. I'm doing a wool flower baltimore album type BOM now using overdyed wool, using the buttonhole stitch.

Just something different and for all levels of experience. Nothing so overwhelming that people wouldn't finish it or be able to keep up.

Barbara

I agree with Jan, I'm open to anything. Something that is tickling at me is the thread painting. Just watched the video on trapunto and the thread painting that was done on the pansy. It would challenge me to learn and do free motion stitching/quilting which I need. Bobbi

I'm open to anything that would teach. I do, however, suggest a shorter time period than the current BOM. Plain old-fashioned blocks with emphasis on design, color and value. I'm also intrigued by fabric painting - especially after watching Grandmother's Legacy many times (look in Articles). If not for this application, then maybe a future show.

Jan

Teresa started a thread for how to get started dyeing. in the dye section. Cheryl

Gloria - I'm with you. I also have a desire to learn to dye fabric. Anyone else out there? Mary in still summer MS.

I am a complete idiot when it comes to applique. I have done fused stuff and got so far as one of the stars on the first BOM. I've watched all that Alex and Ricky and various guests have instructed and can't seem to get into actually doing it. I know I would lurk around the edges of an applique group. That being said, I have this secret desire to try dyeing but have no clue how to start. I know there is a forum topic about it but everyone posting there already has a knowledge base. If enough people would be interested, I would love to learn and experiment along with others who are also new to it. My 2 cents. Gloria wondering what happened to summer.

Since Judymc suggested applique, perhaps that could be a first project, but I'm open to anything. My main desire is to have support and be encouraged to try new techniques.

Sounds like fun--I'm just REALLY bad about taking pictures and getting them posted. Judy in Torrance

Lorchen - you are reading my mind - just like any mini group, time could be scheduled for chat - that aspect of the site is TOTALLY unused - also show and tell could be a place where photos are posted - I think we have the bones for it - we just need to get organized - so what would the first group be?OH - yes and it is on the radar to get block of the month as a one stop destination - ssshhhhh - you didn't hear it from me

Besides using a section of the Forum, any group of members can always use one of the chat rooms.

Lorchen

I'd suggest that the BOM has become a mini-group of sorts, with some significant friendships resulting. Margo has of course, contributed tons of instruction and support as have many others when they discover aids/hints/construction variabilities. Is that a word? ha

Of course all of that builds on what Sue offers with the patterns!
Lynn