Archive for April, 2009

What patterns do you consider most appropriate for a baby girl’s quilt?

Wednesday, April 15th, 2009

talbottgirls asked: I am thinking of asking my mother-in-law to make a quilt for our new baby daughter due in September. I am really not looking forward to a character. I think I am leaning more toward a pink toile or something like that. I want it ...

How do I remove red dye from a polyester cotton quilt?

Monday, April 13th, 2009

Kirsten S asked: My daughter was ironing patches on to a red shirt on top of my quilt. The heat caused the shirt to transfer some red dye to the quilt.Gail

Does anyone know of a good place to get quilt designs?

Monday, April 13th, 2009

froggz asked: I am looking for a design for my next quilt, preferably with either cranes or pandas. I want it to have an oriental look to it. Does anyone know of a good place to get the design or even just some cool oriental pictures that i can ...

Where can I find a bohemian comforter/quilt cover or bedding sets?

Monday, April 6th, 2009

slixty3 asked: Usually, I like to play it safe with decorating. I typically have beige or a neutral color for bedding. I want to be more spontaneous and I have been in the bohemian phase for a while and want a comforter or quilt cover that is either patterned, more ...

How do I start an on-line quilt store?

Sunday, April 5th, 2009

grami27 asked: A friend and I want to start an on-line quilt store. We need information about ordering inventory, initial financial requirements, shipping costs, and any tips from others who have done this.Claude

How do I tie off a quilt top?

Friday, April 3rd, 2009

coorissee asked: How can I tie off a quilt top as opposed to having it stitched? I'm trying to tie a quilt top for my first grandchild (a boy!!!) and all I keep coming up with are what could become uncomfortable knots. Any immediate information on this would ...

When hand tying a quilt, is there a pattern or sequence 2 follow?

Thursday, April 2nd, 2009

Commie Unions =(New World Order) asked: I mean like tying it every 2 feet ?? Do you start in the middle of the quilt and go from there. I am planning on appliqueing baby clothes (six) 2 and 2 and 2. Can you still tie if the baby clothes are in ...