Monthly Archives: June 2001

Where should I start basting?

Brenda starts basting in the center, but Ami Simms starts at the edge. Ami attempts to reconcile the two schools of thought.

Quilting or binding…which goes first?

Majorie’s new at this, and has a question about the order of things. Yvonne Porcella offers a complete rundown.

What can you tell me about fibromyalgia and quilting?

Adrie needs advice about quilting with fibromyalgia, and Dr. Susan Mech has some good answers.

Quick Seam Ripping

With a little forethought, you’ll find you can rip out seams quickly and easily.

A Book Of Clever Blocks

Nancy Johnson-Srebro starts beginning quilters off right with easy picture blocks you’ll love.

Easy Tear Is Versatile And Effective

Now that I’ve tried it, I’ll be using Easy Tear in many of my projects.

Will invisible thread last?

Debbie is concerned about using invisible thread. Yvonne Porcella has some helpful thoughts on the matter.

How high should my quilt frame be?

Lorine wants to quilt comfortably at her quilting frame. Susan Delaney Mech tells her how.

Why do I have wrinkles in my quilt?

Sherilyn has mysterious wrinkles in her quilt. Ami Simms offers possible explanations and advice on avoiding wrinkles.

Portable Design Board For Quilters On The Go

Pick up your design board and go with this clever tip from a reader.

Paper Piece A Baby Quilt

Carol celebrates the birth of her granddaughter with new colors and new themes. But the easy, accurate paper piecing instructions are the same.

Two-Pronged Stiletto Is Twice As Useful

I’ve only got two hands, but having six fingers on one of them makes many quilting tasks easier and safer.

Which side goes up when machine quilting?

Mary Anne wants clarification on the correct set-up for machine quilting. The Patchwork Twins oblige.

Can I machine quilt without a walking foot?

Kathy wants to machine quilt, but can’t get a walking foot for her old machine. Yvonne tells her how to proceed.

How can I add a bit of color excitement to my quilts?

Debbie wants to add that extra spark of color to her work, but needs some help. Patricia and Donna oblige.

Quick Trick For Easier Needle Threading

A felt-tip marker and a piece of paper are indispensible tools for threading your sewing machine needle.

Fix “Impossible” Design And Construction Problems

Whatever challenge you face in pulling together blocks into a quilt, this book has a really innovative solution for you.

A Handy Cutter That’s Not Quite Rotary

It took me a while to understand Olfa’s Rotary Point Cutter, but now it’s one of my favorite tools.

Should I use washable and air-erasable markers?

Mary wants to know more about dealing with washable and air-erasable markers. Ami Simms has the answers.

Should I turn my antique blocks into a quilt?

Terri has a set of wonderful 1940s quilt blocks in the family and is thinking of making a quilt. Penny McMorris offers some advice.

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