grammy9 Posted October 23, 2009 Report Share Posted October 23, 2009 Hello Cathy! I am new here, also. and haven't posted but twice. I have just been in the background learning all I can! I don't own an APQS either! Let me introduce myself, too, if I may? I retired April 30, 2009, purchased a Tin Lizzie in late June, got her up and running in August and have been practicing and learning ever since. My first quilt to quilt on my Lizzie has a bit of a story behind it! It was my first quilt to piece when I was about 11 years old. I was going to throw it away, but my daughter rescued it from the trash, did some minor repairs on it and had me quilt it on Lizzie as my first quilt! Boy, was I surprised! It actually looks better than I thought it would. It now resides at my daughter's home, but when I learn to post a pic, I will show you! Thanks for letting me post. Forgot to say that I am from Texas! Judy Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
quiltmonkey Posted October 23, 2009 Report Share Posted October 23, 2009 I love stories like yours, Judy. And yes, Cathy, this is an open (positive, happy, supportive) forum for quilters and everyone and anyone is welcome, no matter what. You belong here. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Heirloom Quilter Posted October 23, 2009 Report Share Posted October 23, 2009 I can't think of anything to add to what has already been said. This is the friendliest forum I've ever seen. Everyone supports each other through thick and thin. You are most certainly welcome here. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
kennan100 Posted October 23, 2009 Report Share Posted October 23, 2009 Welcome Cathy and Judy! I've been here since 2006 and still don't have my machine, but they still let me play here! I think that with all that I've learned here I'll be the best prepared newbie there ever was! I am also in Texas and have family in Baton Rouge. Oh, and ditto the pictures! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
sspingler Posted October 23, 2009 Report Share Posted October 23, 2009 I've had a Nolting for over 12 years and I've always felt welcome here. So, Welcome Cathy! I have family all down around southern Louisiana......mostly Houma area. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
MtnBarb Posted October 23, 2009 Report Share Posted October 23, 2009 Welcome Catherine! It always amazes me at how small our world has become. I grew up in Houma, La and still have a son & his family and a sister and her family living there. Kristina, Lafayette is one of my favorites places for cajun music and food! It doesn't matter what type of machine you have, this is kinda like a "sisterhood" (sorry guys) and everyone is welcome! Barb Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
quiltinginthecountry Posted October 23, 2009 Report Share Posted October 23, 2009 Welcome Cathy. I joined a couple of days ago. The people on this forum are terrific. Everyone shares their knowledge. I just love it. Thanks ladies. Anya Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Sparkle Posted October 23, 2009 Report Share Posted October 23, 2009 Welcome Kathy, I have learned so much about quilting techniques here. I love all the pictures of the completed quilts too. Inspiration! I recently sold my APQS Ultimate II and bought another brand---and I still feel very welcome here. So, hang around. You will be hard pressed to find a more bunch of quilters than here---- Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Antoinette Posted October 23, 2009 Report Share Posted October 23, 2009 Welcome to our great family room. We're just like fudge, mostly sweet with a lot of nuts. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
rcck00 Posted October 23, 2009 Report Share Posted October 23, 2009 Cathy and Judy, Welcome!! Just jump on in, the water's great! It doesn't matter a whit what kind of machine you've got (or if you don't have one at all), we are all quilters, and that's what counts. I recently visited some family (love them to death, but they are definitely non-quilters!! ), and it made me realize how much you all mean to me. Having a common passion and appreciation bonds us and creates our own kind of family. All adoptions approved!! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Chocoholic Posted October 23, 2009 Report Share Posted October 23, 2009 Cathy and Judy - Welcome! We love newcomers, especially when they post pictures of their quilts! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Liam Posted October 23, 2009 Report Share Posted October 23, 2009 Welcome Judy!!! Love your story! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Gator Posted October 23, 2009 Report Share Posted October 23, 2009 Cathy and Judy a warm welcome from the Virginia group. I think almost everything has been said and I'll "ditto" it. In addition to quilting we as a group love to assist in NQR (not quilt related) items also especially when you need a hug, prayer or a laugh. We are a very diverse group (ok I can't spell), moms, dads, grandparents, bikers, horseladies, bakers, nurses, doctors, teachers and the list goes on so welcome, welcome, welcome. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Kay Anderson Posted October 23, 2009 Report Share Posted October 23, 2009 Welcome Cathy and Judy! I don't have APQS machine either (Gammill girl), I've only been on this forum since April, 09 and they put up with me! You are going to love it here! It's the first thing I look at on-line every day. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
witha'K'quilting Posted October 23, 2009 Report Share Posted October 23, 2009 Originally posted by Antoinette Welcome to our great family room. We're just like fudge, mostly sweet with a lot of nuts. I am one of the nuts!! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Hollyrw Posted October 23, 2009 Report Share Posted October 23, 2009 Welcome Cathy & Judy! Judy - A good friend of mine recently got a Tin Lizzie. I've helped her out with newbie issues a few times and I must say, I really like the feel of her machine, very smooth. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
junebug_one Posted October 23, 2009 Report Share Posted October 23, 2009 I have been quiet for a while , due to familly medical problems. What a perfect day to tune in to be able to wish, Kathy, Judy and Anya a great big welcome. Our forum is a wonderul place to be. The most suportive , kind and caring people you will ever find. Always willing to help, whether it is a quilt or personal crisis. You will love it here. So, once again, WELCOME ABOARD, SIT BACK AND ENJOY THE RIDE. Carolj. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
tootsquilts Posted October 24, 2009 Author Report Share Posted October 24, 2009 I have to say to all of you , a very BIG THANK YOU, from the bottom of my heart, for making me feel so warm and welcome. I can't tell you how it makes me feel. You guys are great. I know that I will be bugging all of you after I get my machine in December. I can hardly wait. I will be happy to show off (or laugh at:D) some of my projects after I get started. I know that I am new, but I would like to welcome Judy and Anya here also. Cathy Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
gable428 Posted October 24, 2009 Report Share Posted October 24, 2009 Cathy, I'm another one with a different brand machine and I have been coming here regularly for a while now. Lots of great info and all the posts are categorized very nicely. Great place for awesome info! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
quiltlover03 Posted October 24, 2009 Report Share Posted October 24, 2009 Hi to all the newbies, did you notice on the avatars that everyone is either smiling, smirking or smooching? Such a wonderful, friendly and helpful community, I just can't imagine anyone discriminating against anyone. Have fun, lurk, ask, and most of all, show and tell! And soon it will be like an "old hat" very comfy and familiar Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
RitaR Posted October 24, 2009 Report Share Posted October 24, 2009 hi and Welcome... Everyone is right, exact, correct, fun, full of advice, encouragement and help. I'd feel insulted if you felt you don't belong after just a couple days... relax and enjoy. Welcome, no matter what machine you have.. we like people. ritaR Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Sandra Darlington Posted October 25, 2009 Report Share Posted October 25, 2009 Welcome! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
LinneaMarie Posted October 25, 2009 Report Share Posted October 25, 2009 Let me chime in a little late as I have been taking bang bang classes at QwM! You know, classes banged one against the other!!!:P Welcome to all the new people!! We all love it! It doesn't matter what machine you have or don't have. It matters that we all love quilting!!! Congrats on your machines! And a big (((hug))) welcome! I am a hugger & a kisser!!:P Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
mswings Posted October 25, 2009 Report Share Posted October 25, 2009 I too wish to welcome all the newbies. As I'm sure you have learned by now, this is the place to be!!! No one discriminates here!!! Cathy, I grew up in Covington. My family stilll lives in the area. My daughter is a senior at Tulane. I got my nursing degree in Hammond at SLU. I haven't lived in La. for a long time but always consider it my home. So Cathy, Judy, Anya and anyone else new, welcome to the best forum on the net, IMHO!!! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Gator Posted October 26, 2009 Report Share Posted October 26, 2009 Cathy and newbies, looking forward to seeing you projects. We don't laugh at anyone's work. If there's a chuckle it's probably us laughing at ourselves first. A hugh welcome again. Bring on the quilts. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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