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08-12-2011, 04:59 AM

#71

grumpy90650

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Join Date: Mar 2010

Location: league city, texas

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patience!!!! and lots of practice!!!

08-12-2011, 05:00 AM

#72

QuiltMania

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Location: Southeast Michigan

Posts: 825

Quote:

Originally Posted by Phannie1

With all the Newbies joining the board. Most want to learn more and have information.

I was just thinking that it would be a great topic for everyone to give a tip.

Mine would be: Start off on a small project. Wall hanging or baby quilt would be good.

1. Pressing is a good thing and will save time in the long run.
2. Clip threads as you go because it is a pain in the backside to wait until the end.
3. Quality fabric and supplies can be found in many places. Don't let anyone convince you that quality can only be had at the LQS.
4. You don't need a fancy pants machine to make beautiful quilts (although they are fun toys to have). Our pioneer foremothers made beautiful quilts with nothing more than needles and/or treadle machines. Only buy a fancy machine if you really want one.
5. Don't let the weird stares bother you when you are studying the tile pattern on the floor in the public restroom for inspiration.
And, most importantly,
6. Don't let anyone make you feel inferior because you are just starting on your quilting journey. Your artistic vision is just as valid as theirs.

08-12-2011, 05:04 AM

#73

MelodyWB

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Join Date: Jul 2010

Location: Mesa,Az

Posts: 1,274

Learn the basics..but don't get hung up on tradition..think for yourself and be creative..anything you sandwhich and put together (3 layers) is a quilt !! Be proud of your work..HAVE FUN !!!

08-12-2011, 05:20 AM

#74

catladyquilts

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Join Date: Feb 2011

Location: missouri

Posts: 3,893

do your best but don't be over critical of your work, practice, practice, practice. with each piece you do, your skills will improve - enjoy what you do - don't stress yourself

08-12-2011, 05:20 AM

#75

Fallsview Granny

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Join Date: Aug 2011

Location: Niagara Falls. On, CA

Posts: 9

Wow! This speaks to the rebel in me! I'm a newbie quilter and ready to try my wings!

08-12-2011, 05:20 AM

#76

Nanaquilts44

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Join Date: Aug 2011

Location: Houston TX

Posts: 1,993

My tip is not to get discouraged. We do the best we can and if it not's perfect then its made with love. Try to get with encouraging people. Do patterns you like with colors you love. Happy quiltling!

08-12-2011, 05:32 AM

#77

gemladi

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Join Date: Jun 2011

Posts: 150

Always take the time to press your seams.

08-12-2011, 05:34 AM

#78

Geri B

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Join Date: Jun 2011

Location: Illinois

Posts: 9,018

Make sure you have a good mentor to go to when something just doesn't work right - and measure twice before cutting once!!! Haven't we all forgotten that one at least once!!!!