Boomerang Swap 25 - Sign-ups Now Open through 9/4
09-04-2020, 10:24 AM
#161
Super Member
Join Date: Jun 2010
Location: Waterford Michigan
Posts: 7,241
Bugaroo, this is a topic that comes up in almost every Boom so it's a good one! For the purposes of this swap, The Quilting Board requires that fabrics, all fabrics, be prewashed. There are chemicals the fabrics that some people are more sensitive to than others. In order to save trouble, we all prewash and use products without strong aroma residue, including detergents and starches. Sensitivities exist to aromas as well. However, if i am quilting for myself, I generally don't prewash. I wait until a quilt is finished and then throw it in the wash as I like that crinkled look.
09-04-2020, 10:36 AM
#162
Super Member
Join Date: Nov 2011
Location: Iowa
Posts: 2,563
My husband had some time off early on during the "pandemic" and did get a lot of things done on his list. He says he needs another month off so he can get even more done before winter! We just got done cleaning up/burning the last of the branches/twigs from the big Iowa storm a few weeks ago. Nothing was on/near the house so we weren't in a big hurry to get it done...my husband works for a local telephone company (also provides internet) so he was working long hours and just didn't feel up to doing yard clean up after long days. Also gave my wrist/thumb a bit more time to heal... His next big project is making a bracket for a snowplow that we acquired when our daughter bought her Jeep Wrangler a month or so ago. He is thinking it will be faster than the snowblower...he just doesn't want to damage the suspension on his own vehicle so is making sure it is supported correctly.
Travelinggramma, I will be praying for you and the adjustment of having your mother living there. I am the primary care giver for my 82 yr old MIL...it can really wear you out some days. She doesn't live here but about 3 miles away and alone...for now. Her mind is going so we're not sure how much longer she'll be able to live on her own. Full shoulder replacement surgery is scheduled for October...that will be a big adjustment for us all during her recovery.
I have my Boom fabrics ready and hope to get to my sewing room this afternoon to work on my next Round Robin round...I have an idea it is just getting a little done to see if it is a "go".
Not due until Oct so plenty of time to get it just right!!
Travelinggramma, I will be praying for you and the adjustment of having your mother living there. I am the primary care giver for my 82 yr old MIL...it can really wear you out some days. She doesn't live here but about 3 miles away and alone...for now. Her mind is going so we're not sure how much longer she'll be able to live on her own. Full shoulder replacement surgery is scheduled for October...that will be a big adjustment for us all during her recovery.
I have my Boom fabrics ready and hope to get to my sewing room this afternoon to work on my next Round Robin round...I have an idea it is just getting a little done to see if it is a "go".
Not due until Oct so plenty of time to get it just right!!
09-04-2020, 01:31 PM
#163
Super Member
Join Date: Sep 2011
Posts: 2,720
Cheesehead, Comfort Suites has been amazingly clean and keeps disinfectant handy everywhere in the main lobby. I've been driving back and forth to Texas. My husband's job is taking him everywhere despite COVID. Comfort Suites has been a wonderful choice for us so far. Stay safe!
09-04-2020, 01:42 PM
#164
Super Member
Join Date: Sep 2011
Posts: 2,720
Hi all! If there is still space, I am joining the 2 month group. I'm doing a Christmas themed boom this time. I haven't finished any of my Boom quilts yet. I just need to get creative. It has been wonderful lurking but it is time to get in on the action again. Great to see you all again.
09-04-2020, 02:47 PM
#165
Super Member
Thread Starter
Join Date: Mar 2013
Location: WNC
Posts: 9,358
Ibex, I was just logging on to post a “last call” and found your message. Also just replied to your email. Welcome back to Boom 25!
Hi all! If there is still space, I am joining the 2 month group. I'm doing a Christmas themed boom this time. I haven't finished any of my Boom quilts yet. I just need to get creative. It has been wonderful lurking but it is time to get in on the action again. Great to see you all again.
Last edited by Janice McC; 09-04-2020 at 02:56 PM.
