Comments on: Sew Expo 2008 - Pam Clarke’s Quilting Templates

by: ~k

Tue, 11 Mar 2008 19:12:44 +0000

I felt the same way when I used spray basting until I took a class at a local quilt shop. There is a trick to using the spray baste (I only use this for baby quilts and throws). Use much less than you are inclined to and use short controlled bursts - don’t spray it like it’s AquaNet , which is what I used to do. Let it dry and then start to your FMQing. I agree that the smell is noxious which is why I alway wash the quilt before gifting it.

by: Sarah

Fri, 07 Mar 2008 14:52:59 +0000

What lovely tips - I have on my “2008 list” to get a darning foot and try free motion quilting, this is just further inspiration! Can’t wait to see the full baby quilt, I think pink and orange is one of my favorite color combos.

by: VerrySherry

Fri, 07 Mar 2008 09:48:00 +0000

Looking forward to seeing the full quilt.
I am definitely going to look into the quilting tips and book. Haven’t found further ideas explained, road-map wise–since the Anna Banana!

by: Amy

Fri, 07 Mar 2008 04:12:42 +0000

Your “L” look just lovely…and it is always fun to see fabric you won in someone else’s projects! I get a kick out of it…fyi-pink, yellow and gray floral

by: Kristin

Fri, 07 Mar 2008 02:39:39 +0000

You made it to the Stitchin’ Post booth! Now you’ll have to make to the store and we can visit. Isn’t it great. I could live in that store. The colors are marvelous. The quilt is adorable and I can’t wait to see the whole thing. I have never tried the basting spray and I think I’ll stay away from it. Thanks for the warning!

by: Lisa

Fri, 07 Mar 2008 02:24:59 +0000

LOVE LOVE LOVE the pink & orange!!!

by: Cheryl

Fri, 07 Mar 2008 00:16:44 +0000

I think your quilting skills are great….my aren’t. I first tried my hand at free motion quilting, as a new seamstress along with no knowledge at all!!! OMG…the back…uhhh. I had to go all over & rip out and restitch a bunch of areas. It made me leary of the whole thing. From now on I think I’ll just use my walking foot, that is until I can take a class on quilting. I want to thank you for all of your informative posts. They are great.

by: Tammy

Thu, 06 Mar 2008 19:53:34 +0000

Oh, don’t you just love the Stitchin’ Post?! Fun, fun!

by: Wendy

Thu, 06 Mar 2008 16:40:09 +0000

Pink and orange together is so happy! I know what you mean about the basting spray. I don’t use any chemical cleaners in my house, or disposable stuff, and I am embarressed to admit that I love basting spray. It works so damn good. No pins to get in the way, and it really holds for a long time. But the smell, yuck, and the chemicals, yuck. I have to find a friendlier solution. Anybody have any ideas? BTW - I bought your Anna Banana pattern and love it - check out my pink and orange creation!

by: Rachel

Thu, 06 Mar 2008 15:59:53 +0000

what an absolutely charming quilt! i can’t wait to see the whole thing!