Terri Allen

I want to apologize to the moderator (and all those non-quilters out there who don't appreciate the quilt posts). I know that this is an unschooling list and I'll try to keep my comments to that topic. It's just nice to find out that we have more in common than unschooling our kids. So, before I am "fussed at" or reminded, I just want to say that I'm sorry--my posts got a little out of hand, because it's a subject close to my heart.

If this is a problem, I will make an effort to watch my topics. I've been on other lists that were almost strict about keeping to the list topic. Since I'm new to this list, I don't know how the rest of you are about that.

Terri


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LisaBugg

> If this is a problem, I will make an effort to watch my topics. I've been
on other lists that were almost strict about keeping to the list topic.
Since I'm new to this list, I don't know how the rest of you are about that.
>
> Terri
>
>
Oh Terri.... LOL We find that real life, from quilting to stargazing, is
what makes this list so much fun. ;) There's only so many ways you can
talk about not doing school-at-home anyway. <g>

Lisa

Molly Mahnke

I'm not a quilter but I collect fabric. Mostly "fat quarter" because they don't
take up much room. Since I'm new to the list I wouldn't mind finding out about all
those "many ways to talk about not doing schoo-at-home". If there is an arcive for
this group I'll read those too.

Molly


--- LisaBugg <LisaBugg@...> wrote:
>
> > If this is a problem, I will make an effort to watch my topics. I've been
> on other lists that were almost strict about keeping to the list topic.
> Since I'm new to this list, I don't know how the rest of you are about that.
> >
> > Terri
> >
> >
> Oh Terri.... LOL We find that real life, from quilting to stargazing, is
> what makes this list so much fun. ;) There's only so many ways you can
> talk about not doing school-at-home anyway. <g>
>
> Lisa
>
>

Terri Allen

Thanks, Lisa! And you're right about the "so many ways" part!

What I've found funny is that lately my husband, who's still "not real sure" about this "unschooling thing", is becoming more aware of just how much we teach our children, sometimes without even meaning to. They have convinced him to build them a treehouse. I suggested he include them in the planning stage as well....and left it at that. He came to his own conclusion that they'd learn math--addition, subtraction, variables, angles, etc. without me pointing it out....maybe there's hope for him yet.... <g>

Terri
----- Original Message -----
From: LisaBugg
To: [email protected]
Sent: Sunday, May 27, 2001 10:43 PM
Subject: Re: [Unschooling-dotcom] Apology



> If this is a problem, I will make an effort to watch my topics. I've been
on other lists that were almost strict about keeping to the list topic.
Since I'm new to this list, I don't know how the rest of you are about that.
>
> Terri
>
>
Oh Terri.... LOL We find that real life, from quilting to stargazing, is
what makes this list so much fun. ;) There's only so many ways you can
talk about not doing school-at-home anyway. <g>

Lisa


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Terri Allen

Okay, Molly, just curious, but why fat quarters if you don't quilt? I didn't even know about fat quarters before I started quilting. I just bought fabric by the yard or 1/2 yard.

If you ever decide to have a fabric sale, give me a call! No such thing as too much of a good thing!

Terri
----- Original Message -----
From: Molly Mahnke
To: [email protected]
Sent: Sunday, May 27, 2001 11:01 PM
Subject: Re: [Unschooling-dotcom] Apology


I'm not a quilter but I collect fabric. Mostly "fat quarter" because they don't
take up much room. Since I'm new to the list I wouldn't mind finding out about all
those "many ways to talk about not doing schoo-at-home". If there is an arcive for
this group I'll read those too.

Molly


--- LisaBugg <LisaBugg@...> wrote:
>
> > If this is a problem, I will make an effort to watch my topics. I've been
> on other lists that were almost strict about keeping to the list topic.
> Since I'm new to this list, I don't know how the rest of you are about that.
> >
> > Terri
> >
> >
> Oh Terri.... LOL We find that real life, from quilting to stargazing, is
> what makes this list so much fun. ;) There's only so many ways you can
> talk about not doing school-at-home anyway. <g>
>
> Lisa
>
>


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Kim Baker

My husband and kids just finished up their tree
house. It was a wonderful experience for all 3
of them. Just like you, prior to this, my husband
had made the exact....word for word...comments!!!
It was eerie to read your post, ha ha. But my
dh, has finally come around do beleive! and
yours will too!

Kim-Eddie Missouri Dylan 11 Jacob 10 Noah22
mos.
--- Terri Allen <kscajuns@...> wrote:
> What I've found funny is that lately my
> husband, who's still "not real sure" about this
> "unschooling thing", is becoming more aware of
> just how much we teach our children, sometimes
> without even meaning to. They have convinced
> him to build them a treehouse. I suggested he
> include them in the planning stage as
> well....and left it at that. He came to his own
> conclusion that they'd learn math--addition,
> subtraction, variables, angles, etc. without me
> pointing it out....maybe there's hope for him
> yet.... <g>
>
> Terri
> ----- Original Message -----
> From: LisaBugg
> To: [email protected]
> Sent: Sunday, May 27, 2001 10:43 PM
> Subject: Re: [Unschooling-dotcom] Apology
>
>
>
> > If this is a problem, I will make an effort
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> keeping to the list topic.
> Since I'm new to this list, I don't know how
> the rest of you are about that.
> >
> > Terri
> >
> >
> Oh Terri.... LOL We find that real life,
> from quilting to stargazing, is
> what makes this list so much fun. ;)
> There's only so many ways you can
> talk about not doing school-at-home anyway.
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I get the fat quarters because if I really like a fabric I know I don't need a whole
yard (not that I need the little fat quarter either!) But I just like them and I
can get fabric I really like at a fraction of the cost. Just call me weird! :o)

Molly



--- Terri Allen <kscajuns@...> wrote:
> Okay, Molly, just curious, but why fat quarters if you don't quilt? I didn't even
> know about fat quarters before I started quilting. I just bought fabric by the
> yard or 1/2 yard.
>
> If you ever decide to have a fabric sale, give me a call! No such thing as too
> much of a good thing!
>
> Terri
> ----- Original Message -----
> From: Molly Mahnke
> To: [email protected]
> Sent: Sunday, May 27, 2001 11:01 PM
> Subject: Re: [Unschooling-dotcom] Apology
>
>
> I'm not a quilter but I collect fabric. Mostly "fat quarter" because they don't
> take up much room. Since I'm new to the list I wouldn't mind finding out about
> all
> those "many ways to talk about not doing schoo-at-home". If there is an arcive
> for
> this group I'll read those too.
>
> Molly
>
>
> --- LisaBugg <LisaBugg@...> wrote:
> >
> > > If this is a problem, I will make an effort to watch my topics. I've been
> > on other lists that were almost strict about keeping to the list topic.
> > Since I'm new to this list, I don't know how the rest of you are about that.
> > >
> > > Terri
> > >
> > >
> > Oh Terri.... LOL We find that real life, from quilting to stargazing, is
> > what makes this list so much fun. ;) There's only so many ways you can
> > talk about not doing school-at-home anyway. <g>
> >
> > Lisa
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Okay, you're weird!

But, so am I, must be why I like you!!
Anyone who collects fabric is a friend of mine!

Terri
----- Original Message -----
From: Molly Mahnke
To: [email protected]
Sent: Sunday, May 27, 2001 11:31 PM
Subject: Re: [Unschooling-dotcom] Apology


I get the fat quarters because if I really like a fabric I know I don't need a whole
yard (not that I need the little fat quarter either!) But I just like them and I
can get fabric I really like at a fraction of the cost. Just call me weird! :o)

Molly



--- Terri Allen <kscajuns@...> wrote:
> Okay, Molly, just curious, but why fat quarters if you don't quilt? I didn't even
> know about fat quarters before I started quilting. I just bought fabric by the
> yard or 1/2 yard.
>
> If you ever decide to have a fabric sale, give me a call! No such thing as too
> much of a good thing!
>
> Terri
> ----- Original Message -----
> From: Molly Mahnke
> To: [email protected]
> Sent: Sunday, May 27, 2001 11:01 PM
> Subject: Re: [Unschooling-dotcom] Apology
>
>
> I'm not a quilter but I collect fabric. Mostly "fat quarter" because they don't
> take up much room. Since I'm new to the list I wouldn't mind finding out about
> all
> those "many ways to talk about not doing schoo-at-home". If there is an arcive
> for
> this group I'll read those too.
>
> Molly
>
>
> --- LisaBugg <LisaBugg@...> wrote:
> >
> > > If this is a problem, I will make an effort to watch my topics. I've been
> > on other lists that were almost strict about keeping to the list topic.
> > Since I'm new to this list, I don't know how the rest of you are about that.
> > >
> > > Terri
> > >
> > >
> > Oh Terri.... LOL We find that real life, from quilting to stargazing, is
> > what makes this list so much fun. ;) There's only so many ways you can
> > talk about not doing school-at-home anyway. <g>
> >
> > Lisa
> >
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Helen Hegener

At 10:27 PM -0500 5/27/01, Terri Allen wrote:
>I want to apologize to the moderator (and all those non-quilters out
>there who don't appreciate the quilt posts). I know that this is an
>unschooling list and I'll try to keep my comments to that topic.
>It's just nice to find out that we have more in common than
>unschooling our kids. So, before I am "fussed at" or reminded, I
>just want to say that I'm sorry--my posts got a little out of hand,
>because it's a subject close to my heart.

I appreciate your concern , Terri, but I don't see any problem here,
because the list *owner* is a quilter too and has really been
enjoying this conversation about one of her favorite pastimes. <BWG>

>If this is a problem, I will make an effort to watch my topics. I've
>been on other lists that were almost strict about keeping to the
>list topic. Since I'm new to this list, I don't know how the rest of
>you are about that.

We're generally a pretty laid-back bunch, discussing all manner of
things at various times and with varying degrees of fervor...

Helen, aforementioned list owner <g>

Terri Allen

Helen, come on, about time you 'fessed up!

Hand or machine? I visited the quilt guild my mil goes to once a month--talk about "quilt snobs"! If you don't hand quilt, they look down their noses at you, but then again, most of them look like they are past the age of raising three very active children....KWIM?

Traditional blocks or newer, geometric ones? Personally, I like some of the traditional ones, but am always looking for designs that have a little "punch" in them, something different. I bought a neat pattern book yesterday at a flea market for $4!! (Yes, I practically stole it!) It has southwest designs in it, but I thought of using floral fabric instead of the regular southwest stuff. It'll make it look totally different.

Terri
----- Original Message -----
From: Helen Hegener
To: [email protected]
Sent: Monday, May 28, 2001 12:16 AM
Subject: Re: [Unschooling-dotcom] Apology


At 10:27 PM -0500 5/27/01, Terri Allen wrote:
>I want to apologize to the moderator (and all those non-quilters out
>there who don't appreciate the quilt posts). I know that this is an
>unschooling list and I'll try to keep my comments to that topic.
>It's just nice to find out that we have more in common than
>unschooling our kids. So, before I am "fussed at" or reminded, I
>just want to say that I'm sorry--my posts got a little out of hand,
>because it's a subject close to my heart.

I appreciate your concern , Terri, but I don't see any problem here,
because the list *owner* is a quilter too and has really been
enjoying this conversation about one of her favorite pastimes. <BWG>

>If this is a problem, I will make an effort to watch my topics. I've
>been on other lists that were almost strict about keeping to the
>list topic. Since I'm new to this list, I don't know how the rest of
>you are about that.

We're generally a pretty laid-back bunch, discussing all manner of
things at various times and with varying degrees of fervor...

Helen, aforementioned list owner <g>


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[email protected]

Around here we figure if you do it, or think about it, while you're
breathing, it must be unschooling!

So everything's on topic!

:-) Diane

> >I want to apologize to the moderator (and all those non-quilters out
> >there who don't appreciate the quilt posts). I know that this is an
> >unschooling list and I'll try to keep my comments to that topic.
> >It's just nice to find out that we have more in common than
> >unschooling our kids. So, before I am "fussed at" or reminded, I
> >just want to say that I'm sorry--my posts got a little out of hand,
> >because it's a subject close to my heart.

Terri Allen

LOL!!!! Oh, Diane, I wish could answer that, but I'm laughing waaay to hard to catch my breath! Too True!

Terri
----- Original Message -----
From: cen46624@...
To: [email protected]
Sent: Monday, May 28, 2001 12:39 AM
Subject: Re: [Unschooling-dotcom] Apology


Around here we figure if you do it, or think about it, while you're
breathing, it must be unschooling!

So everything's on topic!

:-) Diane

> >I want to apologize to the moderator (and all those non-quilters out
> >there who don't appreciate the quilt posts). I know that this is an
> >unschooling list and I'll try to keep my comments to that topic.
> >It's just nice to find out that we have more in common than
> >unschooling our kids. So, before I am "fussed at" or reminded, I
> >just want to say that I'm sorry--my posts got a little out of hand,
> >because it's a subject close to my heart.

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Helen Hegener

Ah, well... I have to admit I do mine with the machine. Just don't
have the patience to do them by hand - when I have that much time I
prefer to mess about with watercolors instead. I do admire the
purists who can do them the original way, though, and maybe someday
I'll give it a try.

My tastes kind of run the gamut from geometric (mostly because
they're quick and easy) to translating watercolor patterns into
freestyle quilts. I have friends in Alaska who make the most
incredible quilts - I'll see if I can find some links to share. I got
into quilting at the Alaska State Fair, I was admiring all the
winning entries and happened to meet some of the ladies who'd created
them, who started explaining that it wasn't all that difficult, just
time-consuming... You know how it goes, I'm sure!

Helen, off to find some links...

Helen Hegener

Would you believe I got sidetracked on the quilting sites? Found some
events I want to attend when I'm up north next week! <g>

Some lovely stained glass-type patterns
(these are the kind I like to do!):
http://www.alaskaquiltworks.com/page11.html

more:
http://www.alaskaquiltworks.com/page18.html

Some nice Alaskan wildlife designs
(haven't tried any, but I like these):
http://www.alaskaquiltworks.com/page13.html

And my most favorite site, Anchorage Log Cabin Quilters:
http://www.alaskaquilts.org/about.html

Enjoy!
Helen

Terri Allen

Watercolor quilts are THE most amazing! It is so impressive how someone can take a bunch of fabric and turn into almost into a photograph! I've seen some gorgeous ones in my quilt magazines. I'd love to see your designs. I've found out that I enjoy the planning and piecing stages, but not necessarily the actual quilting and finishing. I really love modifying existing designs and creating my own. I hope that doesn't mean that I won't finish most of what I start....that's a bad trait I have already.

The first weekend in April this year was the Annual Mennonite Churches Relief Show and Sale in Hutchinson, KS, about an hour from me. Last year, I wasn't that interested--this year it rained most of the time. Bummer!

The Mennonite churches in this area (and there are tons) have their ladies make quilts year round (by hand, of course) to donate to this auction and then give the money to charities. The quilts go on view on Friday and bidding starts on that Saturday. They raise several thousands of dollars--the quilts themselves bring anywhere from $500 to $4500 each! And they usually have a minimum of about 500 quilts on display!

Most of the quilts are traditional, but there are quite a variety as well. Next year, *nothing* will stop me! I can leave the checkbook home--I don't have that kind of money!! BUT I'm bringing my camera!!

I'm hoping my mil and I can go to the "big" show in Houston in November...hubby is saving his pennies---he says it'll be our Christmas present if he can afford it! What a sweetheart! Pretty understanding fellow--raised by a quilter and married to a quilter. He tolerates our fabric, books, tools, and all the other little things that are just a *necessity* for this expensive love affair with quilting! Nothing about it is cheap!But, like I tell him--he buys Craftsman tools, because you want quality so it'll last and you have to have one of everything, so you can have the right tool for the job....that's just like quilters!

Terri
----- Original Message -----
From: Helen Hegener
To: [email protected]
Sent: Monday, May 28, 2001 12:49 AM
Subject: [Unschooling-dotcom] Quilting


Ah, well... I have to admit I do mine with the machine. Just don't
have the patience to do them by hand - when I have that much time I
prefer to mess about with watercolors instead. I do admire the
purists who can do them the original way, though, and maybe someday
I'll give it a try.

My tastes kind of run the gamut from geometric (mostly because
they're quick and easy) to translating watercolor patterns into
freestyle quilts. I have friends in Alaska who make the most
incredible quilts - I'll see if I can find some links to share. I got
into quilting at the Alaska State Fair, I was admiring all the
winning entries and happened to meet some of the ladies who'd created
them, who started explaining that it wasn't all that difficult, just
time-consuming... You know how it goes, I'm sure!

Helen, off to find some links...


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Terri Allen

Helen, you're a hoot! Sidetracked on the internet? Imagine!?! Nah, I've never done that before....

Terri
----- Original Message -----
From: Helen Hegener
To: [email protected]
Sent: Monday, May 28, 2001 1:22 AM
Subject: Re: [Unschooling-dotcom] Quilting


Would you believe I got sidetracked on the quilting sites? Found some
events I want to attend when I'm up north next week! <g>

Some lovely stained glass-type patterns
(these are the kind I like to do!):
http://www.alaskaquiltworks.com/page11.html

more:
http://www.alaskaquiltworks.com/page18.html

Some nice Alaskan wildlife designs
(haven't tried any, but I like these):
http://www.alaskaquiltworks.com/page13.html

And my most favorite site, Anchorage Log Cabin Quilters:
http://www.alaskaquilts.org/about.html

Enjoy!
Helen


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Johanna

Terry, first welcome on your newness. The basic attitude of this list is anything goes as long as you aren't personally attacking people. If you keep the subject appropriate to the post, anyone not interested in the subject will probably just delete it. another note, quilting does apply to unschooling. Unschooling is a lifestyle and I consider my education part of unschooling also, not just my children. If I delight in learning something new, my children see and learn from that also.
Johanna
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----- Original Message -----
From: Terri Allen
To: [email protected]
Sent: Sunday, May 27, 2001 10:27 PM
Subject: [Unschooling-dotcom] Apology


I want to apologize to the moderator (and all those non-quilters out there who don't appreciate the quilt posts). I know that this is an unschooling list and I'll try to keep my comments to that topic. It's just nice to find out that we have more in common than unschooling our kids. So, before I am "fussed at" or reminded, I just want to say that I'm sorry--my posts got a little out of hand, because it's a subject close to my heart.

If this is a problem, I will make an effort to watch my topics. I've been on other lists that were almost strict about keeping to the list topic. Since I'm new to this list, I don't know how the rest of you are about that.

Terri


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Johanna

wow, my husband and our boys are discussing the very same thing! My boys are helping in the planning stage right now as we speak.
Johanna
Life is the ultimate learning experience!
----- Original Message -----
From: Kim Baker
To: [email protected]
Sent: Sunday, May 27, 2001 11:15 PM
Subject: [Unschooling-dotcom] Tree House!


My husband and kids just finished up their tree
house. It was a wonderful experience for all 3
of them. Just like you, prior to this, my husband
had made the exact....word for word...comments!!!
It was eerie to read your post, ha ha. But my
dh, has finally come around do beleive! and
yours will too!

Kim-Eddie Missouri Dylan 11 Jacob 10 Noah22
mos.
--- Terri Allen <kscajuns@...> wrote:
> What I've found funny is that lately my
> husband, who's still "not real sure" about this
> "unschooling thing", is becoming more aware of
> just how much we teach our children, sometimes
> without even meaning to. They have convinced
> him to build them a treehouse. I suggested he
> include them in the planning stage as
> well....and left it at that. He came to his own
> conclusion that they'd learn math--addition,
> subtraction, variables, angles, etc. without me
> pointing it out....maybe there's hope for him
> yet.... <g>
>
> Terri



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Lynda

Unschooling is a way of life. Your way of life includes quilting. Right
now I am repairing two that my grandmother made about 1940. They are the
little girl with the bonnet.

And the kidlets want to try it.

Lynda, trying to figure a space for yet one more project.
----- Original Message -----
From: "Terri Allen" <kscajuns@...>
To: <[email protected]>
Sent: Sunday, May 27, 2001 8:27 PM
Subject: [Unschooling-dotcom] Apology


> I want to apologize to the moderator (and all those non-quilters out there
who don't appreciate the quilt posts). I know that this is an unschooling
list and I'll try to keep my comments to that topic. It's just nice to find
out that we have more in common than unschooling our kids. So, before I am
"fussed at" or reminded, I just want to say that I'm sorry--my posts got a
little out of hand, because it's a subject close to my heart.
>
> If this is a problem, I will make an effort to watch my topics. I've been
on other lists that were almost strict about keeping to the list topic.
Since I'm new to this list, I don't know how the rest of you are about that.
>
> Terri
>
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scrunchy

Terri,

This is exciting. I hope he starts to see how much we teach our children
just by living.
Norma

Terri Allen wrote:

> Thanks, Lisa! And you're right about the "so many ways" part!
>
> What I've found funny is that lately my husband, who's still "not real
> sure" about this "unschooling thing", is becoming more aware of just
> how much we teach our children, sometimes without even meaning to.
> They have convinced him to build them a treehouse. I suggested he
> include them in the planning stage as well....and left it at that. He
> came to his own conclusion that they'd learn math--addition,
> subtraction, variables, angles, etc. without me pointing it
> out....maybe there's hope for him yet.... <g>
>
> Terri
>


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scrunchy

I am so glad for this. I tend to lurk a lot, but enjoy the converstions
immensely.
Norma

cen46624@... wrote:

> Around here we figure if you do it, or think about it, while you're
> breathing, it must be unschooling!
>
> So everything's on topic!
>
> :-) Diane
>


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scrunchy

Wow!! I only took a peek at some of the quilts. They are beautiful.
The creativity is amazing. Thank you for sharing these. :)
Norma


Helen Hegener wrote:

> Would you believe I got sidetracked on the quilting sites? Found some
> events I want to attend when I'm up north next week! <g>
>


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[email protected]

--- In Unschooling-dotcom@y..., Helen Hegener <HEM-Editor@h...> wrote:

> My tastes kind of run the gamut from geometric (mostly because
> they're quick and easy)

OK Helen, anyone who can call quilting "quick and easy" has just
become the target of my quilting questions. You see... I am on a "due
date list" for my son, born in '96. At one point, we did a quilt
block exchange, where each square had our child's handprint on it. So
now I've got like 60 of these squares and NO idea of how to put them
together into a beautiful quilt. So, any of you avid quilters - how
would you get started? I have to admit I am craft-impaired and I
don't know how to sew. My husband sews, but he won't volunteer to do
the quilt project. We've got a heavy duty sewing machine (for making
parachute harnesses) that I suppose I could figure out how to use. If
you've got some links or advice for me, I'd love to hear it...

Blue Skies!
-Robin-
Mom to Mackenzie (8/28/96) "A bee is pollinating my eye"
and Asa (10/5/99) "Asa eat buggy"
http://www.geocities.com/the_clevengers Flying Clevenger Family

Sharon Rudd

--- diamondair@... wrote:

> OK Helen, anyone who can call quilting "quick and
> easy" has just
> become the target of my quilting questions. > now
I've got like 60 of these squares and NO idea of
> how to put them
> together into a beautiful quilt. So, any of you avid
> quilters - how
> would you get started? advice for me, I'd love to
> hear it...
>
> Blue Skies!
> -Robin-

Dear Robin......A quilt is basicaly three layers. Top
Bottom , and a middle of batting, can be commercial,
natural, or even and old blanket, or another old
quilt, or for summer use, just another piece of
fabric.

For your handprints you may want to make a "hanging:
instead of a bed cover. The pictures will last much
longer, and as the back is not for viewing, you don't
have to be so carefull.

To piece the pieces together you can just sew the
edges together on the wrong sides or add pieces betwen
the squares to make a pattern of your choice. When
you have a all of the pieces included layer this "top"
on the batting you have chosen and the backing. For a
backing muslin works well as it is easy to push a
needle through. When this is all situated to please
you either baste or pin it in place. or if it is
small enough skip that.For a really "quick and easy"
quilt just "tie" the layers together. You can use a
really big needle and yarn or an embroidery needle and
use embroidery floss or crochette thread ( I like
crochette thread becuase I can see it easily). Poke
the needle through from the top to the bottom, turn
and poke it back up. Tie a knot. One that doesn't
come undone! If you are makeing a hanging you can tie
or sew on beads or buttons or charms or other little
keepsakes. For a bedcover these would be lumpy. When
you have decided that it will stay together OK. Sew
soemthing around the edges to keep the batting (middle
layer) from sticking out. This can be as simple
(prefolded quilt binding....from notions section of
fabric store) or a complicated as you like. Just sew
(ha!) it covers all the raw edges.

Think of a giant pot holder.

Good luck
Sharon



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----- Original Message -----
From: "Sharon Rudd" <bearspawprint@...>
To: <[email protected]>
Sent: May 29, 2001 7:35 AM
Subject: Re: [Unschooling-dotcom] Re: Quilting


>
> --- diamondair@... wrote:
>
> > OK Helen, anyone who can call quilting "quick and
> > easy" has just
> > become the target of my quilting questions. > now
> I've got like 60 of these squares and NO idea of
> > how to put them
> > together into a beautiful quilt. So, any of you avid
> > quilters - how
> > would you get started? advice for me, I'd love to
> > hear it...
> >
> > Blue Skies!
> > -Robin-
>
> Dear Robin......A quilt is basicaly three layers. Top
> Bottom , and a middle of batting, can be commercial,
> natural, or even and old blanket, or another old
> quilt, or for summer use, just another piece of
> fabric.
>
>
> To piece the pieces together you can just sew the
> edges together on the wrong sides or add pieces betwen
> the squares to make a pattern of your choice. When
> you have a all of the pieces included layer this "top"
> on the batting you have chosen and the backing.

If you decide you need another fabric between each block...take a look at a
quilt book at the library or fabric store. You'll probably find some
pictures of quilts that look like a grid with 'picture' squares between the
lines. When I'm making this type of quilt I find the hardest part is
finding a single fabric that looks good with all the different squares.
So, here's my tip <drum roll, please! <G> > Take the squares with you to
the fabric store. Pick out several fabrics that you like and think might go
with the handprint squares (or most of them!). Then ask the nice ladies at
the fabric store if you can use an empty cutting table. (I've never had
them refuse and you'll probably even get lots of help! <G>) Lay out a
couple of yards of the bolts of fabric on the table, spreading them out one
at a time. Lay your squares on top of the fabric in very random order (you
aren't finishing the quilt at this time). When you find the one you like,
buy it! Don't try to analyze why you like or if it's the 'right' fabric.
If you like it at first glance, you'll love it when it is finished.

What has surprised me about this is how often I go for a dark color for the
lattice work (the strips between squares). It seems to set off each square
so they are all pleasant individually and collectively.

Then proceed as Sharon suggested. I would definitely consider tying this
quilt rather than traditionally quilting it. OTOH it depends on your
ultimate goal. If you have a desire to learn how to 'quilt' this is a great
time to do so. Pick a design (or several) that you like and quilt them on
the lattice between squares. If your desire is simply to finish the quilt,
go with tied! If you're quick about it, you can have the whole thing
finished in a weekend...a week if you're persistent but have to work on it
in small pieces.

Any beginning quilting book can give you pictures about how to do this.
Don't buy one at this point unless it's something you'll want to be doing
for a long time, though! It's too addictive! Your local library is bound
to have something. Or you can look it up on the internet using a search
engine and 'how to make a quilt' or something like that.

Take care,
Eiraul

[email protected]

Sharon and Laurie, thanks for your quilting advice. I'm printing it
out now!


Blue Skies!
-Robin-
Mom to Mackenzie (8/28/96) "A bee is pollinating my eye"
and Asa (10/5/99) "Asa eat buggy"
http://www.geocities.com/the_clevengers Flying Clevenger Family

Lisa Anselmo

I'm sorry for the previous lengthy post about owning a pet rat. I
thought I was e-mailing Kelly privately.

You are right, Sandra, about my agonizing too much. If you think
about any situation too much you will never do anything.

Kris

I have no idea how the email to Kim came to the whole list, it was supposed
to be private. I’m so sorry!

They are nice people tho, LOL.

Kris


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