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sewgirlie
True Blue Farmgirl
1894 Posts
Sheryl-lyn
Calverton
NY
USA
1894 Posts |
 Posted - Jul 24 2007 : 5:26:00 PM
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I know it is a little early, but I was thinking that we could start this thread now to make sure we all agree on size, etc.
I was thinking 12 inch blocks this time so we can make a lap quilt when we are done. I have a few links to great sites that have tons to choose from.
The fabrics will be fall colors.
How about a deadline of September 15? You send me your blocks with another envelope addressed to yourself with the same amount of postage inside the package.
Should we limit to 12? I could do more if you want. Let me know!
Here is a link to block patterns. You have to scroll to the bottom of the page and there is a list of blocks and their sizes.
http://www.quilttownusa.com/mom/block.htm
Here is the list of people in so far:
sewgirlie Have arrived!!
suzyhomemaker Have arrived!!
Carol Sue Have arrived!!
Sunshine Have arrived!!
Sunshine Have arrived!!
mkmomus Have arrived!!
jcbtxstars Have arrived!!
katmom Have arrived!!
smoothiejuice
khartquilt Have arrived!!
Cheryl Have arrived!!
Cinnamongirl Have arrived!!
Cinnamongirl Have arrived!!
ktknits Have arrived!!
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Edited by - sewgirlie on Sep 20 2007 3:10:44 PM |
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levisgrammy
True Blue Farmgirl
9438 Posts
Denise
Beavercreek
Ohio
USA
9438 Posts |
Posted - Jul 24 2007 : 5:56:48 PM
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how many would we each need to make of these? I've never done a quilt block swap but would love to.
"The earth is the Lord's and the fullness thereof and all that dwell therein."
www.torismimi.blogspot.com |
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sewgirlie
True Blue Farmgirl
1894 Posts
Sheryl-lyn
Calverton
NY
USA
1894 Posts |
Posted - Jul 24 2007 : 5:58:40 PM
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| So far I am thinking that there would be about 12 of us which means 12 blocks each. How does that sound? |
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suzyhomemaker
True Blue Farmgirl
806 Posts
Clare
Tyler Hill
PA
USA
806 Posts |
Posted - Jul 24 2007 : 6:00:46 PM
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Ok, I am up for this. I think the deadline is a good one so they can be swapped back out while it is still fall.
I would say 12-15 blocks to make maximum.
Country girl in NE PA |
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sewgirlie
True Blue Farmgirl
1894 Posts
Sheryl-lyn
Calverton
NY
USA
1894 Posts |
Posted - Jul 24 2007 : 6:01:51 PM
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| That sounds good to me. Any more than 15 and it will be a big chore and we don't want that. |
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Carol Sue
True Blue Farmgirl
4033 Posts
Carol Sue
Washingtonian
USA
4033 Posts |
Posted - Jul 24 2007 : 7:41:31 PM
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Okay Shery-lyn I am in. Okay is it 12 inch finished, 12 1/2 unfinished, that usjally works the best in the exchanges that I have done with my quilt group. Hmmm lots of ideas dancing through my head....
Carol Sue
Enjoying the moments. |
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Nicie
True Blue Farmgirl
185 Posts
Denise
Lincoln
NE
USA
185 Posts |
Posted - Jul 24 2007 : 8:06:50 PM
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I'm ready for fall quilt block exchange. I already have the pattern in mind. Please add me to the list
Denise
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sunshine
True Blue Farmgirl
4877 Posts
Wendy
Utah
USA
4877 Posts |
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mkmomus
True Blue Farmgirl
248 Posts
Merle
Greensboro
NC
248 Posts |
Posted - Jul 24 2007 : 9:25:41 PM
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Count me in! Thanks Sheryl-lyn.
Merle |
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sewgirlie
True Blue Farmgirl
1894 Posts
Sheryl-lyn
Calverton
NY
USA
1894 Posts |
Posted - Jul 25 2007 : 05:18:26 AM
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| No worries, Sunshine. You had a lot on your plate and most of us were running late on that one anyway! :) |
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jcbtxstars
True Blue Farmgirl
77 Posts
Julia C
Midland
Texas
USA
77 Posts |
Posted - Jul 25 2007 : 07:11:37 AM
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I would love to join the swap...I have never done this before...so, could someone hold my hand and walk me through this? Please?
Julia |
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smoothiejuice
True Blue Farmgirl
6309 Posts
Jessica
Bloomington
Indiana
USA
6309 Posts |
Posted - Jul 25 2007 : 07:40:38 AM
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| i am in sheryl. |
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khartquilt
True Blue Farmgirl
1176 Posts
USA
1176 Posts |
Posted - Jul 25 2007 : 09:03:01 AM
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Sheryl,
You can count me in for one set too!
12 1/2 blocks are the perfect size.
Kathy H |
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sewgirlie
True Blue Farmgirl
1894 Posts
Sheryl-lyn
Calverton
NY
USA
1894 Posts |
Posted - Jul 25 2007 : 2:54:15 PM
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| I think we are at 10 people so far. I will not go past 15 for this one, but will be happy at 12 as well. I'll leave it open for a week or two longer and that will be enough time I'm sure! |
Edited by - sewgirlie on Jul 25 2007 3:02:08 PM |
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sewgirlie
True Blue Farmgirl
1894 Posts
Sheryl-lyn
Calverton
NY
USA
1894 Posts |
Posted - Jul 25 2007 : 2:56:29 PM
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Julia, I will be more than happy to help you. Go to the link and choose a block that finishes to 12 inches (unfinished will be 12 1/2),then if you need more help, let me know. Everyone here is helpful and talented, so someone will hop on to assist anyone!
I will be away until Tuesday, but will try to check in from time to time if I can (computers are not always available were I will be in Vermont). The mountains are calling me!! |
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jcbtxstars
True Blue Farmgirl
77 Posts
Julia C
Midland
Texas
USA
77 Posts |
Posted - Jul 25 2007 : 3:03:44 PM
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OK...I'm really new at this. Can you tell me the name of one of the easiest blocks? I did look at the link above...lots of 12 inch blocks...I want to do this...I am worried that I might make a mess...
So this will be 12 12 inch blocks? |
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Carol Sue
True Blue Farmgirl
4033 Posts
Carol Sue
Washingtonian
USA
4033 Posts |
Posted - Jul 25 2007 : 3:24:23 PM
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Julia, take a depth breath, you can do this. Make one block so you know how it goes together. Just keep breathing.
Will go look at blocks and check back.
Carol Sue
Enjoying life. |
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Carol Sue
True Blue Farmgirl
4033 Posts
Carol Sue
Washingtonian
USA
4033 Posts |
Posted - Jul 25 2007 : 3:52:44 PM
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Okay, not sure which one would be easy for you. Which one did you like? Also do you have a libary close to you?
A great resource for quilting and the basics. Let me know.
Carol Sue
Enjoying life. |
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smoothiejuice
True Blue Farmgirl
6309 Posts
Jessica
Bloomington
Indiana
USA
6309 Posts |
Posted - Jul 25 2007 : 3:54:45 PM
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| hmmm...what should i do for my squares????? anything you want me to do? I cannot decide. |
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Cheryl
True Blue Farmgirl
919 Posts
Cheryl
Magalia
CA
USA
919 Posts |
Posted - Jul 25 2007 : 5:02:45 PM
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Is there room for one more person? If so I would like to join.
Cheryl :) |
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sunshine
True Blue Farmgirl
4877 Posts
Wendy
Utah
USA
4877 Posts |
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suzyhomemaker
True Blue Farmgirl
806 Posts
Clare
Tyler Hill
PA
USA
806 Posts |
Posted - Jul 25 2007 : 5:29:19 PM
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I know cinnamongirl(Carrie) wants to be a part of this. r her for a couple of days until she getsShe had to leave town to get her glasses fixed. Please keep a space open for her for a couple more days.
Country girl in NE PA |
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suzyhomemaker
True Blue Farmgirl
806 Posts
Clare
Tyler Hill
PA
USA
806 Posts |
Posted - Jul 25 2007 : 5:31:56 PM
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Julia, I do not know how much sewing experience you have. If you can find a mentor, then you could do a more complicated block. If not, try something with simple shapes such as squares and rectangles for pieces. You might want to do a simple nine patch or a double four patch or even rail fence if this is your first exchange with quilt blocks.
Country girl in NE PA |
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sewgirlie
True Blue Farmgirl
1894 Posts
Sheryl-lyn
Calverton
NY
USA
1894 Posts |
Posted - Jul 25 2007 : 6:07:30 PM
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| Cheryl, you can join in! Welcome! |
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sewgirlie
True Blue Farmgirl
1894 Posts
Sheryl-lyn
Calverton
NY
USA
1894 Posts |
Posted - Jul 25 2007 : 6:09:15 PM
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| Sunshine: You can do two. I will close us at 15 if Cinnamongirl wants in. I will count her in now and she can back out if she wants to later. |
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Cheryl
True Blue Farmgirl
919 Posts
Cheryl
Magalia
CA
USA
919 Posts |
Posted - Jul 25 2007 : 6:13:42 PM
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Yea! Thank you!
Cheryl |
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