KathyA Posted January 10, 2009 Report Share Posted January 10, 2009 Bonnie - you really are amazing. I learn so many things from you, the recent one regarding putting the seam up if you add a temporary border to a top. You make me look soooo smart when I'm with my stitching buddies and questions come up. Thank you for being so willing to share. Kathryn A For those wondering what this is all about - see the post regarding 'no border quilt'.... from another post: If you do this make sure that your seam is up....not down as inside the quilt...you want to make sure that the seam is up for two reasons...ya know where it is and you don't get it caught in the quilting and secondly you really know where the quilt edge actually is.... Either way with or without the muslin you will do great....if you don't do the muslin, I would most definitely do the stay stitching around the quilt so the seams don't pop as Caron already stated. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
quiltmonkey Posted January 10, 2009 Report Share Posted January 10, 2009 I agree. Bonnie is a real asset to this group. We are all fortunate to have her as a resource and mentor. Plus, she's got a solid heart of gold and is a good person. Thanks "Mom" for being here. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
JustSewSimple Posted January 10, 2009 Report Share Posted January 10, 2009 I agree, I often clumb the mountain to hear her words of wisdom! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
eswindy Posted January 10, 2009 Report Share Posted January 10, 2009 I just want to got to Bonnie house and get lessons Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Bonnie Posted January 10, 2009 Report Share Posted January 10, 2009 AWWW Shucks..... Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Robin Posted January 11, 2009 Report Share Posted January 11, 2009 Ya know, I just went on to post a thanks to Bonnie...and you beat me to it. Thanks Bonnie for the Starch and Steam method. If I hadn't learned that from you, I would be in an awful mess with the quilt I am working on now. It seems that it doesn't matter how good the piecer is when there are a lot of wide borders, they are hard to keep control of. I had a bad spot on the quilt I am working on and I just sprayed the starch on and watched the puckers go down, even before the steam! Bonnie, you are the best! And this forum is so great and helpful with everyone's words of wisdom. Couldn't do without it! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
KathyA Posted January 11, 2009 Author Report Share Posted January 11, 2009 I wish there was a method for quilts that have poly batting. I just returned a quilt and the fullness in the border was noticable. Turns out the customer does not pin (or measure) when putting on her borders. I took her through the 'reason for pinning' rationale but didn't get into the measuring need - I usually lose them at that point. The starch and steam method has saved me often, especially on those quilts that are cross hatched or clam shelled that must be perfectly square. Thanks again Bonniel. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Sandra Darlington Posted January 11, 2009 Report Share Posted January 11, 2009 Cheers to you, Bonnie!!!!! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ffq-lar Posted January 11, 2009 Report Share Posted January 11, 2009 Yayyyyyy Bonnie!! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Boni Posted January 11, 2009 Report Share Posted January 11, 2009 OK, when is your book going to be out? I want dibs on the first copy. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
PattyJo Posted January 11, 2009 Report Share Posted January 11, 2009 Yes Bonnie, you are an angel who loves to quilt and share. And most of all you are a friend to all! Thank you:cool: Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
PamelaA Posted January 11, 2009 Report Share Posted January 11, 2009 Bonnie, More kudos for you and your startch and steam method. I am working on a quilt my sister pieced in a hurry. She warned me that it would probably have problems and it does. I was able to tame the borders using your method. Pamela Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
gardenslug Posted January 12, 2009 Report Share Posted January 12, 2009 I don't think anyone could have said it any better than Patty Jo. When I have problems, the first person I shout for is Bonnie. Thank you, Bonnie. I have learned so much from you and do appreciate your generosity in sharing. God bless. Marilyn Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Bonnie Posted January 12, 2009 Report Share Posted January 12, 2009 ;)Thank you all for the kinds words.....I just am trying to make life a bit more easy for you than it was for me, when I started....nothing else. I still put my shoes on one foot at a time.;) Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
quiltermidwife Posted February 8, 2009 Report Share Posted February 8, 2009 Kathy I tried to search for the 'No Border Quilt' but only got this thread. Can you remember the title. I feel as though I should read it. I agree, thank you Bonnie for all your wise words. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
PJDavis Posted February 8, 2009 Report Share Posted February 8, 2009 Bonnie, Thanks so much for the words of encouragment. I have been practicing on the hq and an going to take a lesson from the dealer. I know I can do this, Thanks for the call. :cool: Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
meg_marsh Posted February 8, 2009 Report Share Posted February 8, 2009 Just yesterday - Bonnie and Sherry were a huge help - thank goodness we have some experts who learned the hard way but are so helpful in helping some of us avoid some struggles. Thank you, thank you!! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Sandra Darlington Posted February 8, 2009 Report Share Posted February 8, 2009 Hip, hip, hurray! Yeah Bonnie! Yeah Sherry! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
KathyA Posted February 9, 2009 Author Report Share Posted February 9, 2009 Chris, I thought it was called 'no border'. It had to do with a pieced edge and to keep it from stretching they were going to sew muslin to the all sides. Bonnie recommended that the seam be put on the opposite way - so it pointed up. Makes it easier to remove once the quilt is finished and keeps you from stitching that edge seam down. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
lindasewsit Posted February 9, 2009 Report Share Posted February 9, 2009 Yep!! I have to agree.... Bonnie, you're the best! You have helped me on this chat and on the phone!! You are ever giving! Gratefully, I say THANK YOU! linda Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Sparkle Posted February 9, 2009 Report Share Posted February 9, 2009 When I first joined this forum and didn't know a thing about my new-to-me Ultimate II, Bonnie was the first to greet me, email me and help me on the phone with some questions I had. She is always there just when you need her! Her Starch tip has helped me countless times! I wish I could return the favors and offers of advice she has given me---but all I can say is---A BIG THANK YOU BONNIE! and a (((hug))) From rainy North Calif. (at last) Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Gator Posted February 9, 2009 Report Share Posted February 9, 2009 Bonnie, still waiting on that "starch and steam method and other words of wisdom from Bonnie" DVD, do we need to take up a collection to help you get it done? I'm not being "smart" but I think a DVD from you would be gold. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Bonnie Posted February 9, 2009 Report Share Posted February 9, 2009 Hold your nickers Connie...its almost done...just a few more days, and maybe even finishing today. It will be a Power Point Presentation instead of a full movie DVD as I had hoped for but there are several movie clips on it so you will get the full benefit of the actions, ya just won't get to hear my rough and gravelly voice. Still can't get audio and visual to marry so gave up. This will be better, you won't have to throw it away because of the Eleanor Burns type voice. SandraG...when you get a minute could you please call me...need dates and shipping addresses... Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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