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#141
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Bunting. I guess that must be a wrong term.
The real term is "nesting" or locking together so that pins are not even necessary. I would really be a quilter if I could this.
On the latest Fons and Porter Series with her daughter, the daughter is constantly emphasizing this tip.
Somewhere I missed this special technique and now try to make it a habit to press my seams in opposite directions so they "nest, Lock, or Bunt" together. It is still a shock when I get it all going in opposite direction.
I still have trouble figuring out which direction to press besides the light versus dark.
Sorry for the bunting confusion. My husband would be so surprised if I was actually speaking football.
The real term is "nesting" or locking together so that pins are not even necessary. I would really be a quilter if I could this.
On the latest Fons and Porter Series with her daughter, the daughter is constantly emphasizing this tip.
Somewhere I missed this special technique and now try to make it a habit to press my seams in opposite directions so they "nest, Lock, or Bunt" together. It is still a shock when I get it all going in opposite direction.
I still have trouble figuring out which direction to press besides the light versus dark.
Sorry for the bunting confusion. My husband would be so surprised if I was actually speaking football.
#143
Originally Posted by ccthomas
Bunting. I guess that must be a wrong term.
The real term is "nesting" or locking together so that pins are not even necessary. I would really be a quilter if I could this.
On the latest Fons and Porter Series with her daughter, the daughter is constantly emphasizing this tip.
Somewhere I missed this special technique and now try to make it a habit to press my seams in opposite directions so they "nest, Lock, or Bunt" together. It is still a shock when I get it all going in opposite direction.
I still have trouble figuring out which direction to press besides the light versus dark.
Sorry for the bunting confusion. My husband would be so surprised if I was actually speaking football.
The real term is "nesting" or locking together so that pins are not even necessary. I would really be a quilter if I could this.
On the latest Fons and Porter Series with her daughter, the daughter is constantly emphasizing this tip.
Somewhere I missed this special technique and now try to make it a habit to press my seams in opposite directions so they "nest, Lock, or Bunt" together. It is still a shock when I get it all going in opposite direction.
I still have trouble figuring out which direction to press besides the light versus dark.
Sorry for the bunting confusion. My husband would be so surprised if I was actually speaking football.
Now, for the "pressing" issue.... I was taught in clothing construction to press seams open; therefore, when I started quilting in 19bc (before class) I burned several fingers trying to hold that itty bitty seam open to press... then I learned to press to the dark side 90% of the time. As your block/quilt grows, you may have to press to the light side so that the seams will nest properly. bottom line... do what ever to get your points to match.
Are you a quilter? YES! Are you a "Master Quilter" that depends on your skill level and confidence... it doens't matter here.... we are all quilters of varying skill level.
#144
Originally Posted by Annya
I think bunting is the old fashioned fabric usually blue and white stripes that were used to make feather quilts or downs. You can still but it as my SIL gets it to make her feather quilts, but she hasn't done it for a few years now as she has no hens, ducks etc. Too many snakes around the house. I hope this helps you out Illsa.
#145
I've learned to enjoy patience when it comes to the beginning process.Running from shop to shop makes me nuts. I'll find/order the pattern I need, same with the fabric etc.It will all come together....& I save my last nerve :-)
I've learned not to save every quilting blog on line.There's no time to read that many & my puter thanks me!
I've learned to start every project with a new blade in the rotary cutter.I've learned to press every part of every block before sewing another seam....then sq up all sqs & all blocks.Then find a bit of leftover patience & enjoy the look, feel & satisfaction of making a quilt.
I've learned not to save every quilting blog on line.There's no time to read that many & my puter thanks me!
I've learned to start every project with a new blade in the rotary cutter.I've learned to press every part of every block before sewing another seam....then sq up all sqs & all blocks.Then find a bit of leftover patience & enjoy the look, feel & satisfaction of making a quilt.
#148
Originally Posted by Leota
Feather Ticking is a densely woven fabric that prevents the quills of the feathers from poking through and sticking bodies.
Bunting is a loosely woven fabric.
Bunting is a loosely woven fabric.
While I'm at it, what does ROLF stand for. There are longer ones that i also can't figure out.
#149
Originally Posted by Pat G
Originally Posted by Leota
Feather Ticking is a densely woven fabric that prevents the quills of the feathers from poking through and sticking bodies.
Bunting is a loosely woven fabric.
Bunting is a loosely woven fabric.
While I'm at it, what does ROLF stand for. There are longer ones that i also can't figure out.
#150
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Join Date: Aug 2010
Location: High Desert CA
Posts: 5
Originally Posted by mytwopals
I've learned - Keep you fingers away from the rotary cutter blade!!!!
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