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Stitching & Crafting Room:  Quilt Block swap NEW INFO page 6 bottom  |
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thehouseminder
True Blue Farmgirl
361 Posts
USA
361 Posts |
 Posted - Oct 10 2005 : 4:50:32 PM
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I, too would like to know if it is  12" or 12.5"
Also, and please forgive me if this was mentioned earlier but I have had family stuff going on and do not have time to read all 7 pages, Is there a specific block pattern we are to use or can we just select a block to do.
For example, earlier this year QuiltingQueen and I swapped. We each selected the pattern we wanted to use. I know that some swaps settle on one thing, for example, The Log Cabin, and go with that.
By the way, the block QuiltingQueen sent was the most amazing block I have ever seen! Such wonderful colors. She really has a way with a needle.
Lucinda
Who loves a garden still his Eden keeps, Perennial pleasures plants, and wholesome harvest reaps. ---Bronson Alcott
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quilt8305
True Blue Farmgirl
409 Posts
Mary
Spokane
WA
USA
409 Posts |
Posted - Oct 10 2005 : 7:19:22 PM
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Kate,
Can you clear up this confusion? 
Mary
The great use of life is to spend it for something that will outlast it. Wm. James |
Edited by - quilt8305 on Oct 10 2005 7:20:51 PM |
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AnnieT
True Blue Farmgirl
287 Posts
Annie
287 Posts |
Posted - Oct 10 2005 : 8:54:34 PM
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Quilt blocks should be 12 1/2 inches unfinished, so when sewn into a quilt they are 12" squares. Please remember these are pieced quilt blocks, not just 12 1/2 inch squares of fabric. As far as color and pattern goes, I think that is up to everyone individually. I think it is easiest this first time around to NOT be so specific.
Annie |
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Aunt Jenny
True Blue Farmgirl
11381 Posts
Jenny
middle of
Utah
USA
11381 Posts |
Posted - Oct 10 2005 : 10:42:34 PM
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That is what I thought too...12 1/2 inches to make a 12" block..hey sqrl..we could add a small "border" to yours..I wouldnt worry about it!! And I agree Annie..that it shouldn't be too specific this time around...it will be fun to do a sampler type quilt from squares from my farmgirl friends..now to get on to making some!!
Jenny in Utah
Put all your eggs in one basket..and then watch that basket!! Mark Twain |
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thehouseminder
True Blue Farmgirl
361 Posts
USA
361 Posts |
Posted - Oct 11 2005 : 08:48:10 AM
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Phew!!!
Thanks ladies.
Now I can get started
Lucinda
P.S. sqrl, I wouldn't worry about it either. I agree we can just ad a little border to your blocks.
Who loves a garden still his Eden keeps, Perennial pleasures plants, and wholesome harvest reaps. ---Bronson Alcott
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Kate
MaryJane's Farmgirl
135 Posts
Kate
Moscow
ID
USA
135 Posts |
Posted - Oct 11 2005 : 09:35:03 AM
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Good Morning!!
Sorry about all the confusion yesterday. I'm in the process of getting my computer connected to the network out at the farm so that's why I've been way from my e-mail and the forum for so long (all day yesterday) Sorry ladies. I think everything is done now so I'm trying to get everything caught up again. I've read a little and received some e-mails about the quilt group being a little to big. I'd be happy to split it up and re send it. I can make groups of 10 to 12 whatever works best for you ladies. Just let me know. Thanks
Tomorrow is always fresh with no mistakes in it. |
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dianemrk
Farmgirl at Heart
4 Posts
Diane
Thomson
IL
USA
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Posted - Oct 11 2005 : 11:14:45 AM
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Hi I just joined and would like to get in with a quilt block swap. Send me any info about what kind and when
Thanks, Diane / Illinois |
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Kate
MaryJane's Farmgirl
135 Posts
Kate
Moscow
ID
USA
135 Posts |
Posted - Oct 11 2005 : 12:44:52 PM
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Hello Diane Just e-mail the quilt block link with your name address phone number and I'll send you the list. Thanks
Tomorrow is always fresh with no mistakes in it. |
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quilt8305
True Blue Farmgirl
409 Posts
Mary
Spokane
WA
USA
409 Posts |
Posted - Oct 11 2005 : 12:59:41 PM
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Kate, Will you also send the new name and address to those already on the list so we can add it?
Mary
The great use of life is to spend it for something that will outlast it. Wm. James |
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Utahfarmgirl
True Blue Farmgirl
1940 Posts
Portland
Oregon
USA
1940 Posts |
Posted - Oct 11 2005 : 1:43:24 PM
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Kate, I'm confused as usual. Are we suppossed to wait for a list? Thanks, Patricia
Happy Wishes! |
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Kate
MaryJane's Farmgirl
135 Posts
Kate
Moscow
ID
USA
135 Posts |
Posted - Oct 11 2005 : 2:05:47 PM
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Hello Again
Patricia I'll re send you the list that I sent last week. It might not have made it to you. My e-mail isn't working at this time (oh boy it's been a week already Ü) but when it does I'll get the list to you.
As far as new people being added on the list what I think I'm going to do is start a new list. So anyone new will be put on a new list and can get started with their squares early. When the list is full (10 or 12) I'll send it out to the new gals. This way the lists don’t get to big and we aren't adding any new names. Hope this works for everyone! Thanks so much Happy Tuesday.
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quilt8305
True Blue Farmgirl
409 Posts
Mary
Spokane
WA
USA
409 Posts |
Posted - Oct 11 2005 : 2:08:54 PM
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Great idea Kate.
Mary
The great use of life is to spend it for something that will outlast it. Wm. James |
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Utahfarmgirl
True Blue Farmgirl
1940 Posts
Portland
Oregon
USA
1940 Posts |
Posted - Oct 11 2005 : 2:46:44 PM
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Kate, I got the list! I had it momentarily confused with the charm square list. Thanks!
I think it's a good idea to split up the list before it gets too big. When we get done with one, we can go on to the other, if we want to.
Patricia
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sqrl
True Blue Farmgirl
605 Posts
Melissa
Northern California
USA
605 Posts |
Posted - Oct 12 2005 : 11:03:32 AM
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So I have another question. This block is not supposed to be a single piece of fabric? It's supposed to be quilted already like a log cabit or something? I'm not much of a quilter so I'm not explaining myself right. And if it is supposed to be all sown up already I've got me a lot of work ahead so it'll be a while before they're out to everyone. Since I'm not much of a quilter may be I'll embroider them instead. Can Someone clear this up.. Pleaseb :o)
Blessed Be
www.sqrlbee.com www.sisterhood.sqrlbee.com
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Kate
MaryJane's Farmgirl
135 Posts
Kate
Moscow
ID
USA
135 Posts |
Posted - Oct 12 2005 : 11:10:55 AM
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I'm not much of a quilter either but from what I've read everyone is just doing as much as they can and what you feel comfortable with. I think that anything that you come up with everyone will love. I don't think it is suppose to be one piece of fabric because that's what the charm square is. Anyway I'm rambling hope that helps if not maybe someone more crafty than me can help!!
Kate
Tomorrow is always fresh with no mistakes in it. |
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Fabulous Farm Femmes
True Blue Farmgirl
792 Posts
Diane
Lakebay, Tacoma
WA
792 Posts |
Posted - Oct 12 2005 : 11:40:36 AM
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Hey Melissa,and all other Quilting Newbies:
Don't feel bad about asking questions, we all had to learn at one time.
A quilt block exchange goes something like this:
Each participant makes quilt blocks of a predetermined finished size. We have picked a 12 1/2" block. It can be a pieced block, an embroidered one, an applique'd block, what ever you desire, as long as the finished size is 12 1/2"s.
When the block is "finished" you mail it out: that means just the top square, no batting no backing.
When we are all finished exchanging, we should each have received a goodly number of finished blocks to then make a freindship quilt in whatever manner we each deire.
Does that help? |
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Kate
MaryJane's Farmgirl
135 Posts
Kate
Moscow
ID
USA
135 Posts |
Posted - Oct 12 2005 : 11:48:19 AM
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Helps ME Thanks!!
Tomorrow is always fresh with no mistakes in it. |
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quilt8305
True Blue Farmgirl
409 Posts
Mary
Spokane
WA
USA
409 Posts |
Posted - Oct 12 2005 : 11:51:33 AM
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May I add this Diane, I think there is a lot of confusion between charm squares and quilt blocks. Charm squares are single pieces of fabric and quilt blocks are pieced or appliqued. The block should not be quilted, just pieced or appliqued. Otherwise it would be very difficult to put them together in a quilt top. It is up to the recipient to assemble their blocks and "quilt as desired". And there seems to be a lot of confusion about the size of the block: it should be 12 1/2 inches in its unfinished state. That means it is a 12" block with a 1/4" seam allowance on each side so that when the blocks are sewn together, using that 1/4" seam allowance, they will be 12". And don't forget to sign your block! There is a type of permanent ink pen available at quilt stores called a Pigma Pen that is perfect for signing. Ironing your block to the shiny side of freezer paper stabilizes it for signing. I have done a couple of quilt block swaps, so if there are any other questions I would be happy to help.
The great use of life is to spend it for something that will outlast it. Wm. James |
Edited by - quilt8305 on Oct 12 2005 12:02:45 PM |
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Fabulous Farm Femmes
True Blue Farmgirl
792 Posts
Diane
Lakebay, Tacoma
WA
792 Posts |
Posted - Oct 12 2005 : 3:16:58 PM
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| Thanks Mary, you said that much better than I did. |
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Kate
MaryJane's Farmgirl
135 Posts
Kate
Moscow
ID
USA
135 Posts |
Posted - Oct 12 2005 : 3:49:14 PM
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Hello Ladies I've been looking over everything and I think that tomorrow morning I will send out three lists for the quilt blocks that way everyone can be on a list right now and things don't get out of hand. I think that the lists will be groups of 13 or 14 looking at the list now there have been a few more people sign up and it's about 35 gals big. So I hope that works for everyone. Have a great afternoon!!
Kate
Tomorrow is always fresh with no mistakes in it. |
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Kate
MaryJane's Farmgirl
135 Posts
Kate
Moscow
ID
USA
135 Posts |
Posted - Oct 12 2005 : 3:50:08 PM
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oops I mean groups of 12. Long DayÜ
Tomorrow is always fresh with no mistakes in it. |
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quilt8305
True Blue Farmgirl
409 Posts
Mary
Spokane
WA
USA
409 Posts |
Posted - Oct 12 2005 : 7:19:11 PM
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Thirteen per list would be perfect - that way each person would make twelve blocks and receive twelve blocks. They would not be making a block for themselves. Twelve would mean making one block for yourself which isn't a bad thing either because you usually make a sample to try out your pattern.
Mary
The great use of life is to spend it for something that will outlast it. Wm. James |
Edited by - quilt8305 on Oct 12 2005 7:20:43 PM |
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sqrl
True Blue Farmgirl
605 Posts
Melissa
Northern California
USA
605 Posts |
Posted - Oct 13 2005 : 09:58:17 AM
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Diane, Thank you so much. That really clears everything up for me and I'm sure others feel the same.
Also since I cut all my squares already to be just 12"
(I misunderstood) and everyone advice was that they will put a border on it when they make their quilt. Will that work out with everyone? I feel kind of bad, like I'm making more work for everyone. 
So now we will be a list of 12 or 13 I think thats great, much easier for everyone. I think I'm going to embroider and applique mine, since I much better at that. I hope my little mistake doesn't cause much more work for everyone . I'll try to see what I can do to fix it.
Blessed Be
www.sqrlbee.com www.sisterhood.sqrlbee.com
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Edited by - sqrl on Oct 13 2005 10:14:18 AM |
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quilt8305
True Blue Farmgirl
409 Posts
Mary
Spokane
WA
USA
409 Posts |
Posted - Oct 13 2005 : 10:24:17 AM
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Melissa, don't worry about the difference in size. It is easy to put a 1/2 inch strip around a block to size it up. That would leave a narrow 1/4" border that will probably just add interest.
Mary
The great use of life is to spend it for something that will outlast it. Wm. James |
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thehouseminder
True Blue Farmgirl
361 Posts
USA
361 Posts |
Posted - Oct 13 2005 : 10:48:54 AM
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Don't worry Melissa. It really will take less than 5 minutes to put a little border on your blocks. Besides, I love applique and embroidery.
Can't wait to see your blocks
Lucinda
Who loves a garden still his Eden keeps, Perennial pleasures plants, and wholesome harvest reaps. ---Bronson Alcott
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Stitching & Crafting Room: Quilt Block swap NEW INFO page 6 bottom |
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Quilt Block swap NEW INFO page 6 bottom
