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NixKat
True Blue Farmgirl
288 Posts
Kathleen
CT
USA
288 Posts |
 Posted - Mar 19 2014 : 10:19:50 AM
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Hello sisters...
I have been busy making quilts during this winter and as I was researching pattern ideas, I came across a friendship/autograph quilt which reminded me of the Round Robins I participated in back during the 80's.
All it takes is a few bits of scrap fabric (2 prints and 1 plain muslin) and the time it takes to cut and assemble an 8" block. You receive one block for each block you send out, as many or as few as you choose from the list of those who participate. As we have seen done with other groups (pen pal's, card swaps, etc) let me know if you are interested and I will create a list of participants to whom I will email a .pdf of the instructions and list of participants.
It takes 40 blocks to make a Lap Robe 54" x 78". The more participants the larger your quilts will be.
I would love to make a king size quilt .... 108" x 108" finished size which will take 144 blocks with a 9" border. This means we need 144 participants to whom I will send to each one of my blocks.
The center piece of the block consists of 3 rectangles (2 print, 1 plain muslin) On the plain muslin rectangle, using a fine sharpie, we sign our name, with city and state beneath the autograph.
This project is lots of fun and will be a perfect addition to our glampers decor!
Can't wait to get started!
Kathleen...... Farmgirl Sister #3447
http://hennypennyfarm.blogspot.com/
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Edited by - NixKat on Apr 28 2015 09:51:14 AM |
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jerseygirlsue
Farmgirl in Training
48 Posts
Susan
Mantua
New Jersey
USA
48 Posts |
Posted - Mar 19 2014 : 10:37:53 AM
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Kathleen,
This sounds like a real good thing to me. I'm in.
Susan - Farmgirl Sister #2555 |
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NixKat
True Blue Farmgirl
288 Posts
Kathleen
CT
USA
288 Posts |
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NixKat
True Blue Farmgirl
288 Posts
Kathleen
CT
USA
288 Posts |
Posted - Mar 19 2014 : 10:50:06 AM
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Originally posted by jerseygirlsue
Kathleen,
This sounds like a real good thing to me. I'm in.
Susan - Farmgirl Sister #2555
Susan,
Email me your mailing address for the list. As soon as we have a few more quilters I will email the list of names and addresses along with the block information.
Thanks.
Kathleen...... Farmgirl Sister #3447
http://hennypennyfarm.blogspot.com/
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NixKat
True Blue Farmgirl
288 Posts
Kathleen
CT
USA
288 Posts |
Posted - Mar 19 2014 : 12:50:30 PM
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This is the design of our quilt. Imagine it with the names of our MJ Sisters in each of the center white rectangles! Can't wait to see how everyone personalizes their own quilt!
Kathleen...... Farmgirl Sister #3447
http://hennypennyfarm.blogspot.com/
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churunga
True Blue Farmgirl
3957 Posts
Marie
Minneapolis
MN
USA
3957 Posts |
Posted - Mar 19 2014 : 3:09:59 PM
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Do the blocks have to be backed and quilted?
Marie, Sister #5142
Try everything once and the fun things twice. |
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NixKat
True Blue Farmgirl
288 Posts
Kathleen
CT
USA
288 Posts |
Posted - Mar 19 2014 : 3:22:43 PM
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No, they don't need to be "squared off" either. Just assemble the 7 pieces for which you will receive full instructions, then sign your name, city and state with a sharpie. Everyone assembles their "swapped" blocks and finishes their own quilt however they choose.
The block is 8" and we square off the blocks we receive so all the blocks on our own quilt will be the same size.
Kathleen...... Farmgirl Sister #3447
http://hennypennyfarm.blogspot.com/
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jerseygirlsue
Farmgirl in Training
48 Posts
Susan
Mantua
New Jersey
USA
48 Posts |
Posted - Mar 20 2014 : 08:04:59 AM
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That looks pretty cute. Love it and the idea behind it. I'm hoping we get a lot of responses. :)
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churunga
True Blue Farmgirl
3957 Posts
Marie
Minneapolis
MN
USA
3957 Posts |
Posted - Mar 20 2014 : 08:08:54 AM
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I like the idea. However, I have too many promises which need to be kept. I may sign up later. Thank you for starting this swap. I will check back to look at the pictures.
Marie, Sister #5142
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NixKat
True Blue Farmgirl
288 Posts
Kathleen
CT
USA
288 Posts |
Posted - Mar 20 2014 : 08:17:30 AM
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Originally posted by churunga
I like the idea. However, I have too many promises which need to be kept. I may sign up later. Thank you for starting this swap. I will check back to look at the pictures.
Marie, Sister #5142
Try everything once and the fun things twice.
I know how it is with all our commitments. Join us when you can, remember you can do as many or as few blocks as you like, even a table runner for your glamper.... 
Thanks for checking in.
Kathleen...... Farmgirl Sister #3447
http://hennypennyfarm.blogspot.com/
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NixKat
True Blue Farmgirl
288 Posts
Kathleen
CT
USA
288 Posts |
Posted - Mar 20 2014 : 08:19:09 AM
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Originally posted by jerseygirlsue
That looks pretty cute. Love it and the idea behind it. I'm hoping we get a lot of responses. :)
Me too! Spread the word.
Kathleen...... Farmgirl Sister #3447
http://hennypennyfarm.blogspot.com/
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jerseygirlsue
Farmgirl in Training
48 Posts
Susan
Mantua
New Jersey
USA
48 Posts |
Posted - Mar 20 2014 : 7:38:47 PM
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NixKat
True Blue Farmgirl
288 Posts
Kathleen
CT
USA
288 Posts |
Posted - Mar 21 2014 : 06:15:56 AM
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Originally posted by jerseygirlsue
I think we may get some of the girls from the Poor House Farm Girl Chapter. What do you think?
I suggested it. It would be a great badge project for any Chapter.
Kathleen...... Farmgirl Sister #3447
http://hennypennyfarm.blogspot.com/
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sunflowercritters
True Blue Farmgirl
1102 Posts
Debra
Springfield
Maine
USA
1102 Posts |
Posted - Mar 21 2014 : 07:02:34 AM
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When does the squares need to be in? Once we get the pattern to us.
Count me in as well. Sounds fun and Love to have a quilt done up with farmgirls names on it. What great friendships we meet here. Love you all.
Hugs Deb
I Thessalonians 5:16,17
Rejoice always, pray without ceasing, in everything give thanks, for this is the will of God in Christ Jesus for you.
Deb-farmgirl sister #462
http://sunflowercritters.blogspot.com/
Be like a Sunflower, Turn your Face to the Son. |
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NixKat
True Blue Farmgirl
288 Posts
Kathleen
CT
USA
288 Posts |
Posted - Mar 21 2014 : 07:31:56 AM
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Hi Deb and thanks for joining our quilt party! If you email me your mailing address I will add you to the list and get it and the instructions right out to you, I will also mail my block to you.
It would be wonderful to be able to have our quilts completed for glamping season, but it truly depends on how many and how soon our member list grows. We need a minimum of 24 for a small lap-quilt (52" x 70" 4 x 6 blocks with an 8" border)
Where in Maine is Springfield? Many years ago I lived in the Farmington area.
Kathleen...... Farmgirl Sister #3447
http://hennypennyfarm.blogspot.com/
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sunflowercritters
True Blue Farmgirl
1102 Posts
Debra
Springfield
Maine
USA
1102 Posts |
Posted - Mar 21 2014 : 07:45:40 AM
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I emailed you...looking forward to pattern/block..so excited...to make some.
Deb
I Thessalonians 5:16,17
Rejoice always, pray without ceasing, in everything give thanks, for this is the will of God in Christ Jesus for you.
Deb-farmgirl sister #462
http://sunflowercritters.blogspot.com/
Be like a Sunflower, Turn your Face to the Son. |
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NixKat
True Blue Farmgirl
288 Posts
Kathleen
CT
USA
288 Posts |
Posted - Mar 21 2014 : 11:19:01 AM
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The number of blocks each person does is entirely up to the individual. We make and mail one block for each block we want in return. 3-5 blocks for a table runner; 24 blocks for a small lap-robe (approx. 52" x 70") keeping in mind that smaller projects such as these do not require filler, just a top and a back, unless a thin filler is desired. Obviously, the more blocks each person trades the larger their finished quilt will be. Do not worry about trying to fit a color scheme or trying to "match" other blocks, the individuality of the fabrics is what will add to the beauty and make these truly "scrappy quilts".
I am using up my scraps and making blocks now to get a head start before I get too busy in the garden.
Deb, I emailed the pattern info, mailing list and a scan of the block I am sending to you. The block will be going out in Monday's mail.
Kathleen...... Farmgirl Sister #3447
http://hennypennyfarm.blogspot.com/
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sunflowercritters
True Blue Farmgirl
1102 Posts
Debra
Springfield
Maine
USA
1102 Posts |
Posted - Mar 21 2014 : 11:32:55 AM
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Thank you looking forward to it..How fun this will be. Know how many I want to make
Deb
I Thessalonians 5:16,17
Rejoice always, pray without ceasing, in everything give thanks, for this is the will of God in Christ Jesus for you.
Deb-farmgirl sister #462
http://sunflowercritters.blogspot.com/
Be like a Sunflower, Turn your Face to the Son. |
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Ladybek9756
True Blue Farmgirl
882 Posts
Rebecca
Linneus
Maine
USA
882 Posts |
Posted - Mar 21 2014 : 1:04:14 PM
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Is there going to be a deadline for completing the required number of blocks?
Becky
May the stars carry your sadness away. May the flowers fill your heart with beauty, and may hope forever wipe away your tears. |
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NixKat
True Blue Farmgirl
288 Posts
Kathleen
CT
USA
288 Posts |
Posted - Mar 21 2014 : 2:31:21 PM
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Thanks for asking Becky :)
The required number of blocks is completely up to the individual. Newbies to quilting will probably prefer fewer blocks and thus a smaller quilt for them to tackle, while those of us who are more experienced may opt for as many as they can get/make.
As for a turn around deadline to get the blocks out... what I am envisioning is that I will email a list of all the participants names and address is sent out regularly as new names are added. Each person should send a quick email to the names on the list to let each quilter know when to expect a your block.
Contact as many or as few as desired. When you have reached your goal let me know and I will move your names to a "completed" list so everyone will be aware of who still needs blocks and who has all she needs for her project.
I am trying to keep this fun and simple for everyone. Please let me know if anyone has a simpler way.
Just an quick FYI: I made 4 blocks today, it took about 15 minutes, start with cutting to signing my name, to make all four. I did it while having my morning tea. :)
Email your name and mailing address to me so I can include you. I send out the information packet by return email promptly.
Kathleen...... Farmgirl Sister #3447
http://hennypennyfarm.blogspot.com/
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NixKat
True Blue Farmgirl
288 Posts
Kathleen
CT
USA
288 Posts |
Posted - Mar 21 2014 : 4:22:35 PM
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Becky,
I just sent you the email with the information and will be mailing a block to you on Monday.
So pleased that you have joined us!
Ooops.... I keep thinking today is Saturday...... I will be mailing everyone's blocks tomorrow.
Kathleen...... Farmgirl Sister #3447
http://hennypennyfarm.blogspot.com/
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Ladybek9756
True Blue Farmgirl
882 Posts
Rebecca
Linneus
Maine
USA
882 Posts |
Posted - Mar 21 2014 : 8:33:56 PM
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I received the information. I will work on my blocks this weekend and will try to have them done and mailed out by Monday, Tuesday at the latest.
Becky
May the stars carry your sadness away. May the flowers fill your heart with beauty, and may hope forever wipe away your tears. |
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sunflowercritters
True Blue Farmgirl
1102 Posts
Debra
Springfield
Maine
USA
1102 Posts |
Posted - Mar 22 2014 : 12:27:52 PM
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Please email me if any one signs up.
Deb
I Thessalonians 5:16,17
Rejoice always, pray without ceasing, in everything give thanks, for this is the will of God in Christ Jesus for you.
Deb-farmgirl sister #462
http://sunflowercritters.blogspot.com/
Be like a Sunflower, Turn your Face to the Son. |
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sunflowercritters
True Blue Farmgirl
1102 Posts
Debra
Springfield
Maine
USA
1102 Posts |
Posted - Mar 24 2014 : 07:29:04 AM
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Hello farmgirls sisters,
My goal is: trying to get at least 40 farmgirl sisters squares to make a lap quilt, Please join us and make it happen. What fun and a great memory quilt to make. I received Kathleen's today. Beautiful! Thank you just finishing up my squares for the one's that did sign up. Will be in mail tomorrow.
So please farmgirls...make this happen for this swap...Looking forward to making more..
Hugs Deb
I Thessalonians 5:16,17
Rejoice always, pray without ceasing, in everything give thanks, for this is the will of God in Christ Jesus for you.
Deb-farmgirl sister #462
http://sunflowercritters.blogspot.com/
Be like a Sunflower, Turn your Face to the Son. |
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NixKat
True Blue Farmgirl
288 Posts
Kathleen
CT
USA
288 Posts |
Posted - Mar 24 2014 : 08:09:10 AM
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Goodmorning Ladies! So many of you have taken time to check out this project, how about taking just a few minutes more to join us in reaching our goals of 40 blocks and making at least 39 new friends! It takes only a few minutes to create a block, and mail it in a standard 9" letter envelope and stamp. (no big shipping expense). Let's see if we can get 36 of you to join us by tax day April 15th.
Please farmgirl sisters, as Deb has stated, let's make this happen. We need 36 more blocks to reach our goal.
Kathleen...... Farmgirl Sister #3447
http://hennypennyfarm.blogspot.com/
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NixKat
True Blue Farmgirl
288 Posts
Kathleen
CT
USA
288 Posts |
Posted - Mar 24 2014 : 09:02:48 AM
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Shannon,
I received your email and have sent the block information to you. As soon as I receive your mailing address I will add it to our Quilter's List and forward that to you.
We are all pleased to have you join us!
Kathleen...... Farmgirl Sister #3447
http://hennypennyfarm.blogspot.com/
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