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oldfashioned girl
True Blue Farmgirl
2391 Posts
monica
oatman
az
USA
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 Posted - Mar 15 2009 : 6:41:24 PM
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Ronna, If you ever make it down this way, let me know!! We will have to meet up!
Steph, Don't worry, I'll punch him before we go!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!! Then we will go looking like the "happy family"!
Monica
farmgirls rule!
www.justducky48.etsy.com
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queenofdreamsz4u
True Blue Farmgirl
3845 Posts
Stephanie Suzanne
Smoky Mountains Tennessee
USA
3845 Posts |
Posted - Mar 15 2009 : 6:44:00 PM
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LMAO 
 Queen of Dreamsz ~ keeper of dream kingdom
www.queenofdreamsz.blogspot.com ~ * ~ * ~ * ~ * ~ My Creative Journey
"Life isn't about waiting for the storm to pass…it's about learning to dance in the rain." |
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gramadinah
True Blue Farmgirl
3557 Posts
Diana
Orofino
ID
USA
3557 Posts |
Posted - Mar 15 2009 : 6:46:24 PM
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If your having trouble with thread breaking put it in the freezer the moisture seems to help.
Many of the judged quilts have gone to a rule that they have to be hand stitched or stitched by yourself on a machine no sending them out.
Hair color is a fact of life and I know that my daughters would be the first to take me to a salon and get it done I have it done every 6 weeks and she also gets rid of the mono brow and the chin hairs.
I too would get the Pixi cut every summer I think if Mom would have had a choice she would just as soon shaved it like my brothers.
Ronna the rubber culers were they the ones that when open looked like a thread spool and then you turned the top down to hold the hair. I had the pin curls and when my mom was mad at my brothers they were very tight. So my brothers would taunt me and my Mom and so the curl would stay in for days.
Diana
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DeepsouthMamma
True Blue Farmgirl
1454 Posts
Autumn
Southwest Louisiana
USA
1454 Posts |
Posted - Mar 15 2009 : 7:18:17 PM
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The only thread I'm particular about is when doing applique. Amazingly I used silk thread and found it to be very poor for the job- but it was pricey-7.50 !! I used something called
THE BOTTOM LINE- it is made for quilting machines(the underside thread) but it was tin strong and didn't ravel like the silk thread. It was pricey too but it's a big spool and very good thread.
I found the fabric idea Carol Sue mentioned to be true as well- cheaper made fabrics are great UNLESS you plan on spending a great deal of time on an heirloom project(like the 2 yr quilt Im working on!!!! )
I did buy high quality fabric for it- and its a good thing- It may take another 2 years to get done with it!!!!!!!
Blessings,
Autumn
Farmgirl #49
http://simplytoday-autumn.blogspot.com/
Isaiah 40:31
But they that wait upon the LORD shall renew their strength; they shall mount up with wings as eagles; they shall run, and not be weary; and they shall walk, and not faint. |
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smoothiejuice
True Blue Farmgirl
6309 Posts
Jessica
Bloomington
Indiana
USA
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Posted - Mar 15 2009 : 7:35:07 PM
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ok...never had a perm, i do like to stay blonde, no prob in the summer, but jeez in the winter gets dark so fast. I have never been to a "real haircut place" as my kids would say, my sister does it for me, or i do it myself.
Suzanne...those mean old quilter ladies..see exactly why i never take a class. I have joanns brand rulers. I dont use that gutermann thread, my machine hates it..coats and clark for me. My machine I sew on the most is a singer i purchased 7 yrs ago at Walmart for $100 or maybe 125 but not more than that. The rest of my machines are vintage 1898-1956 or so. My cheap singer has probably more hours of sewing on it than most peoples...BERNINAS..so when they tell you u need better...tell em to come talk to me. Sewing is supposed to be cheap, that is why women have always been able to sew even when times are tough.
Ok 2 more pgs to read
oh btw...Steph...I am trying to email you but it keeps getting kicked back to me...
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http://hectichousehold.blogspot.com
A government big enough to give you everything you want, is strong enough to take everything you have.
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Ronna
True Blue Farmgirl
1891 Posts
Ronna
Fernley
NV
USA
1891 Posts |
Posted - Mar 15 2009 : 7:47:22 PM
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| Diana, yes, the same curlers. I have one or two I found in mothers stuff and wow, what memories. Pink, though I don't know if they came in other colors. |
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smoothiejuice
True Blue Farmgirl
6309 Posts
Jessica
Bloomington
Indiana
USA
6309 Posts |
Posted - Mar 15 2009 : 7:53:36 PM
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ok i caught up..where did everybody go..i have been cleaning all day and i finally get to catch up with you girls
oh and monica..just deck him.
#56
http://hectichousehold.blogspot.com
A government big enough to give you everything you want, is strong enough to take everything you have.
-- Thomas Jefferson |
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DeepsouthMamma
True Blue Farmgirl
1454 Posts
Autumn
Southwest Louisiana
USA
1454 Posts |
Posted - Mar 15 2009 : 8:08:54 PM
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I'm here- trying to get it together for tomorrow! Hopefully no interruptions to school! UGH! So hard to get back to it once interrupted!
Blessings,
Autumn
Farmgirl #49
http://simplytoday-autumn.blogspot.com/
Isaiah 40:31
But they that wait upon the LORD shall renew their strength; they shall mount up with wings as eagles; they shall run, and not be weary; and they shall walk, and not faint. |
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Ronna
True Blue Farmgirl
1891 Posts
Ronna
Fernley
NV
USA
1891 Posts |
Posted - Mar 15 2009 : 8:12:50 PM
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| will it be 900 before the night is over???? |
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DeepsouthMamma
True Blue Farmgirl
1454 Posts
Autumn
Southwest Louisiana
USA
1454 Posts |
Posted - Mar 15 2009 : 8:14:05 PM
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Might be!! I never noticed-
I'm uploading my latest apron pic - it IS the apron thread ya know!!!!
Blessings,
Autumn
Farmgirl #49
http://simplytoday-autumn.blogspot.com/
Isaiah 40:31
But they that wait upon the LORD shall renew their strength; they shall mount up with wings as eagles; they shall run, and not be weary; and they shall walk, and not faint. |
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cinnamongirl
True Blue Farmgirl
1682 Posts
Carrie
Canada
1682 Posts |
Posted - Mar 15 2009 : 8:17:58 PM
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I had to read all the pages too. I sewed today hurray for me sounds mor fun then cleaning.
Ruth for thread all you need to remember is cotton thread for cotton
polyester for polyester and so on. Brands are usually promoted like sewing machines.
Cheap machines come with quite a few different stiches vintage usually does straight that would have been the only reasoning for the lady to say you couldn't use it for quilting. But I have taught people quilting with only zigzag and straight stiches on their machines.
Hair I am not going there mercy we all got it as kids. Not going grey either till I am crippled.
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smoothiejuice
True Blue Farmgirl
6309 Posts
Jessica
Bloomington
Indiana
USA
6309 Posts |
Posted - Mar 15 2009 : 8:19:18 PM
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aprons..yes i need to get on mine for sharon, she has been really patient, after sending me such an awesome one!
i finally feel good about sewing now, most of my house is clean for the first time in months..probably not some peoples standard of clean, but clean enough for me to quit stressin!
Y'all should see my new rooster. He is in a cage in the dining room next to my serger for right now, handsome struttin stud!
#56
http://hectichousehold.blogspot.com
A government big enough to give you everything you want, is strong enough to take everything you have.
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smoothiejuice
True Blue Farmgirl
6309 Posts
Jessica
Bloomington
Indiana
USA
6309 Posts |
Posted - Mar 15 2009 : 8:21:06 PM
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what stitch are u supposed to use when quilting?
oh yes and my blocks are finally coming together sweet patient miss carrie.
#56
http://hectichousehold.blogspot.com
A government big enough to give you everything you want, is strong enough to take everything you have.
-- Thomas Jefferson |
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cinnamongirl
True Blue Farmgirl
1682 Posts
Carrie
Canada
1682 Posts |
Posted - Mar 15 2009 : 8:22:26 PM
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Wally world I forgot here anyways does sell 100% cotton but it does not feel as thick so I think that is thread count or something. I don't use it for quilts all the time especially gifts but other projects I do. Here with quilting stores we also have fabricland which is as good as quilting stores just cheaper with sales.
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cinnamongirl
True Blue Farmgirl
1682 Posts
Carrie
Canada
1682 Posts |
Posted - Mar 15 2009 : 8:25:00 PM
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Straight stitch for in ditch or straight for freehand mmmmmmmmm The fancy machines just have dif. tables and embroidery stiches I think anyway
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cinnamongirl
True Blue Farmgirl
1682 Posts
Carrie
Canada
1682 Posts |
Posted - Mar 15 2009 : 8:27:00 PM
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Jess I am in no rush I stepped up for a tea cozy and started a new apron thread and sewed for a barter today, I am keeping myself out of trouble Lol
Is rooster on blog I want to see him
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Edited by - cinnamongirl on Mar 15 2009 8:28:05 PM |
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smoothiejuice
True Blue Farmgirl
6309 Posts
Jessica
Bloomington
Indiana
USA
6309 Posts |
Posted - Mar 15 2009 : 8:30:28 PM
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not on blog yet...i need to take pics of him, all i have is pics from 3 wks ago that the breeder took to advertise him, and he was molting at the time. he is much better looking now. he is a golden phoenix.
yes, my singer has 52 different stitches.. i love all of them.
#56
http://hectichousehold.blogspot.com
A government big enough to give you everything you want, is strong enough to take everything you have.
-- Thomas Jefferson |
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queenofdreamsz4u
True Blue Farmgirl
3845 Posts
Stephanie Suzanne
Smoky Mountains Tennessee
USA
3845 Posts |
Posted - Mar 15 2009 : 8:33:34 PM
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Jess, I'm getting mail from others tonight....go through the forum and see if it'll work..
Queen of Dreamsz ~ keeper of dream kingdom
www.queenofdreamsz.blogspot.com ~ * ~ * ~ * ~ * ~ My Creative Journey
"Life isn't about waiting for the storm to pass…it's about learning to dance in the rain." |
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cinnamongirl
True Blue Farmgirl
1682 Posts
Carrie
Canada
1682 Posts |
Posted - Mar 15 2009 : 8:34:42 PM
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My kenmore has 24 and I use it all the time too. Never had a problem yet only had to by feet attachments for different tasks but they were not expensive.
Autumn what have you been up to?
http://cinnamongirlsthreads.blogspot.com/ |
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queenofdreamsz4u
True Blue Farmgirl
3845 Posts
Stephanie Suzanne
Smoky Mountains Tennessee
USA
3845 Posts |
Posted - Mar 15 2009 : 8:38:28 PM
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Jess, if it bounces again get Bonne to send it to me at my yahoo email address.
Queen of Dreamsz ~ keeper of dream kingdom
www.queenofdreamsz.blogspot.com ~ * ~ * ~ * ~ * ~ My Creative Journey
"Life isn't about waiting for the storm to pass…it's about learning to dance in the rain." |
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DeepsouthMamma
True Blue Farmgirl
1454 Posts
Autumn
Southwest Louisiana
USA
1454 Posts |
Posted - Mar 15 2009 : 8:40:06 PM
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Trying to upload an apron pic- sloooooow going!!!
Other than that- BABY land!!!
Blessings,
Autumn
Farmgirl #49
http://simplytoday-autumn.blogspot.com/
Isaiah 40:31
But they that wait upon the LORD shall renew their strength; they shall mount up with wings as eagles; they shall run, and not be weary; and they shall walk, and not faint. |
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oldfashioned girl
True Blue Farmgirl
2391 Posts
monica
oatman
az
USA
2391 Posts |
Posted - Mar 15 2009 : 8:40:15 PM
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Okay, pot luck was half a disaster! Hubby didn't go so I had all 3 and we were supposed to eat at 7p.m. but it was 7:45p.m. when we finally started eating and then I am trying to get plates for all 3 and Olivia decided to grab my coffee and dump it on my plate! Aaaggghhhh!!! I took cake so then when we were leaving I was trying to get out the door in the dark with 3 kids, a plate of food and almost a whole cake! We just got home and I have to be honest I am not mad at hubby anymore, just very happy to be home! He even had a fire started so it's nice and cozy! Now I am on a major cleaning spree! I can't stand my house anymore! I know it's almost 9 here, but I am totally in the mood to clean!!!!!!
Monica
farmgirls rule!
www.justducky48.etsy.com
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cinnamongirl
True Blue Farmgirl
1682 Posts
Carrie
Canada
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Posted - Mar 15 2009 : 8:45:11 PM
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Monica sorry I am chuckling yup that is when I get things done and right too. Life just doesn't stop giving.
Hey by the way I am sure I saw grass in those pics On ?'s blog or does it die off from sun in summer months
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DeepsouthMamma
True Blue Farmgirl
1454 Posts
Autumn
Southwest Louisiana
USA
1454 Posts |
Posted - Mar 15 2009 : 8:46:59 PM
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I remember days like that Monica!! Now I remember why my hair is gray!!!!
Ok Here's my new apron for me- its the one in one of MJs Mags.
Quite honestly the pattern is cut for very small ladies-not ME!!!
The arm hole were even tight so I will make some adjustments on the next one.
I added some width to it with an elastic band- so I still just slip it over my head. Once fitted properly I think its a pretty pattern.
Blessings,
Autumn
Farmgirl #49
http://simplytoday-autumn.blogspot.com/
Isaiah 40:31
But they that wait upon the LORD shall renew their strength; they shall mount up with wings as eagles; they shall run, and not be weary; and they shall walk, and not faint. |
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queenofdreamsz4u
True Blue Farmgirl
3845 Posts
Stephanie Suzanne
Smoky Mountains Tennessee
USA
3845 Posts |
Posted - Mar 15 2009 : 8:48:08 PM
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Monica, glad you got home in one piece...now go CLEAN...anytime the mood strikes with me I do it...I can relate to how you feel about where you are living..this tiny apartment is so meaningless..LOL Why bother is what I say..we call it our "camping" spot until the end of next year..LOL
Queen of Dreamsz ~ keeper of dream kingdom
www.queenofdreamsz.blogspot.com ~ * ~ * ~ * ~ * ~ My Creative Journey
"Life isn't about waiting for the storm to pass…it's about learning to dance in the rain." |
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Stitching & Crafting Room: New Apron(and more) Sew-a-long...cont. from before |
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New Apron(and more) Sew-a-long...cont. from before
