OBW walk of shame
08-16-2013, 05:27 PM
#11
Super Member
Join Date: Jan 2011
Location: Minnesota
Posts: 4,144
One of my first quilts that I machine quilted myself started out that way, but fortunately, I had to leave and come back to it, and decided to have a little "one on one" time with the seamripper. So happy I did because it would have bothered me for a day or two. Great job, anyway! We seam to learn quickly from our mistakes.
08-16-2013, 05:31 PM
#13
Power Poster
Join Date: May 2008
Location: MN
Posts: 24,581
If the foundation of a house isn't good, the rest of it will be problematic for always.
Same thing with a quilt - it's easier to fix a glitch when it happens than to try to work around it or in spite of it. The problems just seem to multiply.
The fabrics that you used are lovely.
I love the colors!
08-16-2013, 06:06 PM
#15
Senior Member
Join Date: Apr 2010
Posts: 696
I would wash it, and dry it just a little in the dryer, then while it is still damp, lay it out on top of plastic (or a tarp) on the floor, and square. Pull it until it is square. Have someone help you. I think it is beautiful and you should try this so you know what to do in the future. Good luck. Don't leave it in the closet. Enjoy it.
08-16-2013, 06:45 PM
#16
Power Poster
Join Date: Feb 2009
Location: home again, after 27 yrs!
Posts: 19,388
I think it's good but you don't, so just cuddle up with it or give it to Charity. I did a large wall quilt Conversion style with lovely fabrics. Otter print too. it didn't hang perfectly and drove me nuts. I gave it to charity. I figured someone would love it.
08-16-2013, 08:33 PM
#19
Super Member
Join Date: Feb 2010
Location: Virginia
Posts: 1,260
It's only a shame if you stuck it in the back of that closet. I love it! Now take it out of there and show it with pride!!!!!
We all make quilts that at one time or another doesn't turn out the way we expect them to but that doesn't mean they aren't pretty and I know it's useful so get it out and let it grow on you. or you could send it to me and I will surely let shine on one of my beds!
We all make quilts that at one time or another doesn't turn out the way we expect them to but that doesn't mean they aren't pretty and I know it's useful so get it out and let it grow on you. or you could send it to me and I will surely let shine on one of my beds!
Thread
Thread Starter
Forum
Replies
Last Post
jobows
For Vintage & Antique Machine Enthusiasts
28
06-06-2016 04:51 PM
MiniCC
General Chit-Chat (non-quilting talk)
36
09-23-2010 02:58 AM
