Posted by Sara L. Gardner on 2006-10-16 16:52:03
Post Subject: How to creat a quilt from crochet blocks for a baby
Hi
I need some advice. My grandmother made some crocheted quilt blocks for my son about 36 years ago. They have never been put into a quilt, he is about to become a father for the first time. It will be her great great grandson.
My problem is that they are crochet and never been blocked. They measure on the average about 10 inches X 8 inches. There are 13 blocks. I don't have the time to make plain crocheted blocks as spacers and I'm sure that my blocks would not match my grandmother's. Additionally, I want to minimize places for little fingers to get caught.
I need suggestions on how to mount them (?) or how to space them with fluffly blocks inbetween with a quilt back (?) or any ideas that any of you may have, I want this quilt to be around for a long time.
Thank you...
Posted by Karen1948 on 2006-09-04 19:29:16
Post Subject: Embroidery transfer methods
I have embroidered since I was a young girl -- probably 8 or 9 years of age. I began collecting embroidery hot transfer patterns soon after age 10 (I'm now approaching 60 and still have most of the ones I purchased as well as my Mother's collection). Many of the patterns will no longer transfer with a hot iron, and I am looking for a method of continuing to use the ones I have. I have a visual impairment that causes some problems when I try to use a pencil and tracing paper under the image. I haven't tried the "punch and pounce" method but suspect that I would have difficulty with it. I am looking for some method of ttransferring -- I believe there is something similar to the material that is available to transfer photos onto quilt blocks which my son's partner used this summer. However, since I don't know what to ask for I haven't been able to find another way of using my old transfer patterns. If anyone can help, I would be grateful.
Posted by Karen1948 on 2006-09-04 19:40:43
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The informaation I am providing is from a package of inkjet fabric sheets which were used to produce a wedding quilt this summer. It was purchased at he big store that was in the States and has migrated into Canada in the last 10+ years. I'm not sure about rules regarding naming specific businesses in these replies. It can be viewed on a website www.junetailor.com -- I haven't checked this site myself but assume you can purchase it from that source also. The package I am looking at had 10 white fabric 8-1/2" X 11" sheets in it. It has a light green background with a picture of a lady working on a sewing machine making quilt blocks. I hope this is helpful.
Posted by Diana on 2006-04-18 18:59:47
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Lucky you to have a whole room to craft in!! I have a small breakfast nook off from my kitchen that is now my sewing space. And I use baskets and plastic totes with lids (they stack nicely) in my craft closet. The totes are clear and the large ones are the perfect size for a cross stitch graph. Then I can keep the graph, fabric and threads for each project all together. My crazy quilting supplies are stored in the same totes--several for fabric, more for embellishments, several for specialty threads. I got my totes at Joann's as they put them on sale 40-50% off quite frequently. I have a big cork board up in my sewing area to pin bits of inspiration on and to preview quilt blocks and colour choices on. I glued antique buttons on to thumb tacks for fun. And I framed several antique quilt blocks to dress the space up a bit.
Posted by bessiemae on 2005-05-07 13:56:16
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One Day Crafty fixes:
- the #1 coin purse swap got me going on designing and embellishing...fun, fast, and cool..great 'lil gifts.
- beading jewelry..especially anklets on stretchy cord.
- collage..I like 5x7's, but ATC's are great fun, too.
- yummy quick breads/muffins..almost instant gratification. Cookies/brownies/and pies rank up there, as well.
- op art quilt blocks...the wave pattern is kinda tricky to work with (curves), but looks awesome when done. Make 'em into pot holders. Use contrasting colors for stars, pin wheels, or split rail for eye popping fun.
