10.29.08
What is a quilterson?
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Just curious? Well, what is a quilterson?
Anyone can be a Quilterson. Sometimes they are single, sometimes married, some with children, some without, some work outside the home, some are in college, some are beginning quilters, some are advanced. Any of the above and none of the above. Quiltersons have a love of quilting; they are doers (even if it takes three years to complete the project). A Quilterson is a member of this unique group and Quilterson.com is intended to bring these creative ”young” minds together.
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04.15.09
The dangers of fabric shopping
When it comes to fabric shopping, sometimes we have a set idea in mind of what we need; we run in, we chat a little, we get our stuff, and we head back home to work. Other times, however, we aren’t real sure what we’re looking for; a trance comes over us; we’re shopping for the love of fabric, not out of necessity. These are dangerous times.
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Quilting for generations
originally published 2-05-09
If there aren’t enough great things about quilting, another is that you can share it with your family. For centuries quilting has been a necessity of life and one of the only ways to express creativity. Now we do it as a hobby, a “fun” hobby full of get-togethers, county fairs, quilt shows, and even TV and internet shows. Quilting has certainly come a long way and aged well.
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Five steps for a successful sewing bee
originally published 1-27-09
If you’re like me this time of year does two things: makes me want to quilt just to be under a warm quilt, and plan my vegetable garden. However, the problem that sometimes arises is that you don’t really feel like doing much of either. Well, when a funk has come in and landed in your sewing space, get friends! A sewing day with some great Quilterson friends can be the cure for the winter time blues. Follow these steps and you are sure to hold a great sewing bee.
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A new year, new possibilities
originally published 1-17-09
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Quilter’s block: keeping the seeds of creativity well-watered
originally published 12-07-08
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Christmas gifts for quiltersons
originally published 12-02-08
It’s always hard to think of gifts for your fellow quiltersons. Why? Because if someone is already quilting away, chances are, they also already have all the notions that go with the job. However, there are things you can get your quilting buddies that they may find quite helpful and spur on their creativity for the next year. Aside from the make it yourself gifts, here are a few tips for giving gifts to quilters that could be very useful and welcomed.
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Eyes on the prize: finishing those unfinished projects
originally published 11-23-08
With the holidays just around the corner, it looks like a great time to push to get those unfinished projects finished up. Unfortunately, there are tons of distractions and very little time to complete them. Don’t worry. The key to finishing up those last minute projects, or the ones that you have set aside for a while, is time management. Keep in mind that quilting is not a buffet, and you will be a happier quilter with less on your plate.
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Great gifts you can make from stash
originally published 11-11-08
Ah, it’s that time of year again. Cookies are baking in the oven, decorations are getting put up, and wrapping paper rolls are filling up underneath your bed. It’s crunch time! If you’re like me you’re quickly realizing that all of those projects you thought would be finished by now aren’t done and you still need to get to the store to buy presents. Well, don’t let that get you down, because I have a couple of great ways to make presents for your friends and family that use up scraps from the stash basket.
10.29.08
Spiffy new look makes me want to sew
Hey, everyone, I know there’s no way you didn’t notice the new look of the site. We’ve revamped a little to make room for some exciting new feaures like product reviews, interviews, projects, contests, and more. Let us know how you feel about this! We’re really excited about all the buzz we’ve been getting in the online community so keep it up and keep getting friends to sign up at the Quilterson social network.
