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quiltee
True Blue Farmgirl
7546 Posts
Linda
Terrell
TX
USA
7546 Posts |
 Posted - Nov 06 2016 : 12:26:51 PM
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Here are the star blocks that I am going to make. I will use either gold, white, or red prints that speak solid for the "sashing" and 2 Christmas prints for the stars/background. I can use the same sashing for all squares or alternate the sashing. I think it will take 16-18 stars plus a border for each queen-size bed runner. (These are some I made for a demo using a girls cowgirl print and a red with a white sashing.
These blocks are made like we used to draw stars in school. I think they are pretty easy. You start with 2 squares and 1" strips of sashing fabric. I think these squares will turn out about 9-10" when done - I need to check it out. I previously used 13" squares and got 12-1/2" unfinished star squares.
Farmgirl hugs,
Farmgirl #1919
Farm Girl of the Month August 2015
Linda O
Lone Oak, TX
"Women are Angels, and when someone breaks our wings, we simply continue to fly . . . on a broomstick - we're flexible, like that."
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HealingTouch
True Blue Farmgirl
3448 Posts
Darlene
Kunkletown
Pa
USA
3448 Posts |
Posted - Nov 06 2016 : 12:29:36 PM
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Linda, those are very nice.
Be Blessed and Be a Blessing,
Darlene
Sister 1922
October 2016 Farmgirl of the month
John 11: 35 Jesus wept.
When Satan's knocking at your door, just say "Jesus will you get that for me?"
When it gets to hard to stand, Kneel!
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TexasGran
True Blue Farmgirl
4919 Posts
Marilyn
Stephenville
Texas
USA
4919 Posts |
Posted - Nov 06 2016 : 12:38:18 PM
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I understand the fatigue issues...and yep, balance at times.
TexasGran
#6389
Let God's light shine through you every day.
Amazon Children's Books, look for my name:Marilyn Robinson Godfrey
Craftsy: patterns for farm stick animals under my name.
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Marti732
True Blue Farmgirl
398 Posts
Marti
Breckenridge
Michigan
USA
398 Posts |
Posted - Nov 07 2016 : 10:01:08 PM
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Linda, your stars are really nice. Please post pics when you get your Christmas colors done? I'd love to see them.
Marti
Farmgirl #2684
Friends are sisters we choose with our heart. |
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Marti732
True Blue Farmgirl
398 Posts
Marti
Breckenridge
Michigan
USA
398 Posts |
Posted - Nov 07 2016 : 10:08:17 PM
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Hugs to all my farmgirl sisters... love you guys! I'm so so glad you're all here and so sorry to hear of the illnesses Darlene and Marilyn have gone through.. Denise I hope you're feeling better as well.. ugh with the prednisone. Life can throw us some pretty awful curves, but so many more Blessings. Farmgirl Sister love,
Marti
Farmgirl #2684
Friends are sisters we choose with our heart. |
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janamarieje
True Blue Farmgirl
1022 Posts
Jana
Southern California
USA
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Posted - Nov 08 2016 : 08:39:44 AM
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This was my third fabric swap and I am impressed with the variety of fabric I received during each...and no repeats! This has been so much fun, but now I need to get sewing. Thank you all!
Jana
#7110
http://www.emhardt.com
Gardening is cheaper than therapy and you get tomatoes. ~Author Unknown
All I really need is love, but a little chocolate now and then doesn't hurt! ~Charles Schulz
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quiltee
True Blue Farmgirl
7546 Posts
Linda
Terrell
TX
USA
7546 Posts |
Posted - Nov 11 2016 : 08:53:21 AM
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Here is a picture of my first two Christmas Star pairs. Using scant 1/4" seams they sized out to 9-1/2", and that would finish at 9".
NOTE: The cross-points do not always line up perfectly, but that doesn't show as much as you might think. Also, matching up the 2 pieces each time at the edges, in order to get the largest square possible, is tricky, but not impossible.
Farmgirl hugs,
Farmgirl #1919
Farm Girl of the Month August 2015
Linda O
Lone Oak, TX
"Women are Angels, and when someone breaks our wings, we simply continue to fly . . . on a broomstick - we're flexible, like that."
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quiltee
True Blue Farmgirl
7546 Posts
Linda
Terrell
TX
USA
7546 Posts |
Posted - Nov 11 2016 : 10:59:04 AM
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i received Jana's squares yesterday. Love all these fabrics.
Farmgirl hugs,
Farmgirl #1919
Farm Girl of the Month August 2015
Linda O
Lone Oak, TX
"Women are Angels, and when someone breaks our wings, we simply continue to fly . . . on a broomstick - we're flexible, like that."
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TexasGran
True Blue Farmgirl
4919 Posts
Marilyn
Stephenville
Texas
USA
4919 Posts |
Posted - Nov 11 2016 : 1:28:20 PM
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Your stars are really pretty Linda.
TexasGran
#6389
Let God's light shine through you every day.
Amazon Children's Books, look for my name:Marilyn Robinson Godfrey
Craftsy: patterns for farm stick animals under my name.
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HealingTouch
True Blue Farmgirl
3448 Posts
Darlene
Kunkletown
Pa
USA
3448 Posts |
Posted - Nov 11 2016 : 4:50:32 PM
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Wow, nice stars Linda.
Be Blessed and Be a Blessing,
Darlene
Sister 1922
October 2016 Farmgirl of the month
John 11: 35 Jesus wept.
When Satan's knocking at your door, just say "Jesus will you get that for me?"
When it gets to hard to stand, Kneel!
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forgetmenot
True Blue Farmgirl
3602 Posts
Judith
Nora Springs
IA
USA
3602 Posts |
Posted - Nov 11 2016 : 5:10:13 PM
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Wow! Your stars are beautiful, Linda!
Farmgirl sister #3926
"Courage is not the absence of fear, but the belief that something is more important than fear." Ambrose Red Moon |
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Daizy
True Blue Farmgirl
992 Posts
Daizy
Talladega
Alabama
USA
992 Posts |
Posted - Nov 12 2016 : 05:55:49 AM
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Hay there.
I will finishing up all my mail out pillows today. I am so sorry to late. I hope you enjoy your squares.
Hugs and prayers, Daizy #1093
Poor House Farmgirl Chapter {A virtual chapter open to everyone.}
A good day is when you find ALL your ear tags! I wonder how my cows would like my Farmgirl apron??
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quiltee
True Blue Farmgirl
7546 Posts
Linda
Terrell
TX
USA
7546 Posts |
Posted - Nov 14 2016 : 11:30:50 AM
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I have only heard from one person about future swap preferences. Please let me know VIA EMAIL which type you would prefer: fabric squares, bricks, or strips or 6-1/2" scrappy blocks (9-patch or as I pictured in the quilt). With everything happening in the holiday season, our next swap will probably be announced in December but not sent out until January.
Farmgirl hugs,
Farmgirl #1919
Farm Girl of the Month August 2015
Linda O
Lone Oak, TX
"Women are Angels, and when someone breaks our wings, we simply continue to fly . . . on a broomstick - we're flexible, like that."
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quiltee
True Blue Farmgirl
7546 Posts
Linda
Terrell
TX
USA
7546 Posts |
Posted - Nov 14 2016 : 11:31:58 AM
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We are still waiting for 2 sets of squares. I have contacted the one person who has not responded in any way.
Farmgirl hugs,
Farmgirl #1919
Farm Girl of the Month August 2015
Linda O
Lone Oak, TX
"Women are Angels, and when someone breaks our wings, we simply continue to fly . . . on a broomstick - we're flexible, like that."
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sassystyle
True Blue Farmgirl
101 Posts
Audra
Aumsville
Oregon
USA
101 Posts |
Posted - Nov 14 2016 : 11:58:52 AM
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Ladies, I am so sorry I've been missing in action. My seizures went a bit out of control and I've had a difficult time processing simple everyday things. MY daughter is helping me get these out this week. Again, I sincerely apologize for being late with these.
Audra Marie ~ sometimes quirky, sometimes serious, always real
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TexasGran
True Blue Farmgirl
4919 Posts
Marilyn
Stephenville
Texas
USA
4919 Posts |
Posted - Nov 14 2016 : 1:10:23 PM
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Audra, I am so sorry about your medical problems. Do take care of yourself and God bless you.
TexasGran
#6389
Let God's light shine through you every day.
Amazon Children's Books, look for my name:Marilyn Robinson Godfrey
Craftsy: patterns for farm stick animals under my name.
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quiltee
True Blue Farmgirl
7546 Posts
Linda
Terrell
TX
USA
7546 Posts |
Posted - Nov 14 2016 : 1:20:22 PM
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Audra -
Thank you for letting us know. I am so sorry to hear of your medical problems and hope you can soon get some much needed relief. I hope that you have been receiving the Christmas squares from everyone and that they have brought a small bit of Christmas cheer to you. We look forward to seeing your squares, but we want you to take care of yourself, too. That's what is important.
Farmgirl hugs,
Farmgirl #1919
Farm Girl of the Month August 2015
Linda O
Lone Oak, TX
"Women are Angels, and when someone breaks our wings, we simply continue to fly . . . on a broomstick - we're flexible, like that."
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quiltee
True Blue Farmgirl
7546 Posts
Linda
Terrell
TX
USA
7546 Posts |
Posted - Nov 14 2016 : 1:32:13 PM
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Here is my latest star pair. Notice that some stars are a bit wonkier than others. If one of the fabrics has larger items that you want to try and not chop into pieces, I always put the most of that fabric on top of the pairs before I cut them. For this pair I wanted to try and keep as many cowgirl hats in one piece as possible, so the star leans a bit more than the others. LOL!
Farmgirl hugs,
Farmgirl #1919
Farm Girl of the Month August 2015
Linda O
Lone Oak, TX
"Women are Angels, and when someone breaks our wings, we simply continue to fly . . . on a broomstick - we're flexible, like that."
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TexasGran
True Blue Farmgirl
4919 Posts
Marilyn
Stephenville
Texas
USA
4919 Posts |
Posted - Nov 14 2016 : 1:58:45 PM
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I am open to any shape or size fabric to swap. Since I chose first...someone else could choose next.
TexasGran
#6389
Let God's light shine through you every day.
Amazon Children's Books, look for my name:Marilyn Robinson Godfrey
Craftsy: patterns for farm stick animals under my name.
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HealingTouch
True Blue Farmgirl
3448 Posts
Darlene
Kunkletown
Pa
USA
3448 Posts |
Posted - Nov 14 2016 : 6:42:02 PM
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Wow, nice stars, Linda. You are really good!
I think you should just decide on the swap and whoever wants to sign up will! All the fabric addicts will show up! LOL!
Audra, so sorry you are having health problems. Whenever you get the blocks out is fine by me. Take care and feel better. You are in my prayers.
On the first day of Christmas my true love gave to me, a gift card to Hobby Lobby's fabric department! Ha Ha!
Be Blessed and Be a Blessing,
Darlene
Sister 1922
October 2016 Farmgirl of the month
John 11: 35 Jesus wept.
When Satan's knocking at your door, just say "Jesus will you get that for me?"
When it gets to hard to stand, Kneel!
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TexasGran
True Blue Farmgirl
4919 Posts
Marilyn
Stephenville
Texas
USA
4919 Posts |
Posted - Nov 14 2016 : 7:00:32 PM
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I love it Darlene! I sang it to my husband.
TexasGran
#6389
Let God's light shine through you every day.
Amazon Children's Books, look for my name:Marilyn Robinson Godfrey
Craftsy: patterns for farm stick animals under my name.
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HealingTouch
True Blue Farmgirl
3448 Posts
Darlene
Kunkletown
Pa
USA
3448 Posts |
Posted - Nov 14 2016 : 7:16:50 PM
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Marilyn, maybe he will take the hint and give you a big gift card! Keep singing! LOL!
Be Blessed and Be a Blessing,
Darlene
Sister 1922
October 2016 Farmgirl of the month
John 11: 35 Jesus wept.
When Satan's knocking at your door, just say "Jesus will you get that for me?"
When it gets to hard to stand, Kneel!
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Marti732
True Blue Farmgirl
398 Posts
Marti
Breckenridge
Michigan
USA
398 Posts |
Posted - Nov 14 2016 : 7:18:13 PM
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Audra, I'm so sorry you haven't been feeling up to par, I pray all is calming down and you're getting back on level ground now.
Marti
Farmgirl #2684
Friends are sisters we choose with our heart. |
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Denise Ann
True Blue Farmgirl
831 Posts
Denise
Shoreview
MN
USA
831 Posts |
Posted - Nov 15 2016 : 04:25:44 AM
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So nice to come home on sunday and have fun envelopes to open!! Thank you for the fun christmas fabrics from Darlene M, Christy, and Tammy.
I finished the top for my tree skirt, just need it quilted, and finished a all hanging for thanksgiving. Sewing binding in a table runner for my daughter, also completed some smaller projects. I will post pictures later today.
Linda the stars are awesome! cool pattern.
For the next swap I am pretty open, can't think of anything specific at the moment. I need more coffee, but the cough is almost gone and I can get some sleep.
If anyone did not receive squares from me let me know, I have extra fabric so can send again.
Denise Ann
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quiltee
True Blue Farmgirl
7546 Posts
Linda
Terrell
TX
USA
7546 Posts |
Posted - Nov 16 2016 : 5:09:24 PM
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So you can start collecting fabrics for our next swap, I am going to start a thread for signups.
Farmgirl hugs,
Farmgirl #1919
Farm Girl of the Month August 2015
Linda O
Lone Oak, TX
"Women are Angels, and when someone breaks our wings, we simply continue to fly . . . on a broomstick - we're flexible, like that."
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*Farmgirl Swap: Christmas 10"-square Fabric Swap - SIGNUPS CLOSED |
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Christmas 10"-square Fabric Swap - SIGNUPS CLOSED
