Betsy Posted September 23, 2009 Report Share Posted September 23, 2009 A very dear sweet customer brought me a mess of a quilt to do for her. We discussed the challenge of quilting a not square, not flat, not pieced well quilt and after quoting her a HUGE price.....she wanted me to try. (I thought she'd change her mind after how much it was going to cost!) I'm not sure I'm up to the challenge but here is what I've done so far.... Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Helen G Posted September 23, 2009 Report Share Posted September 23, 2009 Wow Betsy--so far it is beautiful! I am bringing my messes to you! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
anita Posted September 23, 2009 Report Share Posted September 23, 2009 wow, Betsy, yes, that's a fluffy top...to say the least. So far, so good...you're a miracle worker! Anita Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Phyllis Posted September 23, 2009 Report Share Posted September 23, 2009 You are certainly whipping that disaster in to shape. Love what you have done so far...really beautiful. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Lauras Posted September 23, 2009 Report Share Posted September 23, 2009 You are a miracle worker. It's beautiful Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Quilting Heidi Posted September 23, 2009 Report Share Posted September 23, 2009 Betsy yes that quilt is a mess but I think she is going to think you are a miracle worker when she gets it back. It is looking very good! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
dbz98236 Posted September 23, 2009 Report Share Posted September 23, 2009 Betsy, it is amazing how that stitching pulls in so much of that extra fabric. Do you sid and then fill in the area? I saw Sue Patten do that this weekend at Innovations and it really flattened out that extra fabric. Your quilting looks so pretty. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Betsy Posted September 23, 2009 Author Report Share Posted September 23, 2009 I think that so far the hardest part was figuring out what the quilt is supposed to measure. I finally decided it was 91" square and used those measurements to load. Then straigtened out the inner border as much as possible and nailed it down with SID. I'm also using SID around the stars then CC in the diamonds. I have the ironing board right next to the frame and am using Bonnies Starch and Steam method on each section as I roll (haven't rolled it yet). I tried to starch and steam on the part already on the frame but my Dream Puff batting squished down and got kind of hard. I figure as long as I keep the sides at the correct measurement as I roll and keep that inner border as straight as possible I'll be able to work the fullness in. (keeping my fingers crossed!) Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Bekah Posted September 23, 2009 Report Share Posted September 23, 2009 Wow Betsy that is going to be just gorgeous. You better watch out, you will be getting all the wavy, piled up fabric quilts to turn into a silk purse. Great job and good for you for your courage to try to tackle this. It is a miracle Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Linda G. Craig Posted September 23, 2009 Report Share Posted September 23, 2009 That's amazing, Betsy! Awesome job you're doing. I can hardly wait to see the finished product! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
AbigailE Posted September 23, 2009 Report Share Posted September 23, 2009 I really appreciate you showing the process, I really benefit from seeing what is happening. It is a beauty in the making. Great motifs. You are taming the dragon! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
sspingler Posted September 23, 2009 Report Share Posted September 23, 2009 From here on we we call you the "miracle worker". Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
sewlinzi Posted September 23, 2009 Report Share Posted September 23, 2009 So far - looking terrific! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
quiltlover03 Posted September 23, 2009 Report Share Posted September 23, 2009 Well, all I can say is AWESOME!!! You are a magician! Triple WOW from me. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
witha'K'quilting Posted September 23, 2009 Report Share Posted September 23, 2009 It's looking fabulous. You are taking the 'mess' right out of it. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
JustSewSimple Posted September 23, 2009 Report Share Posted September 23, 2009 Well, how perfect is that? You are going to make that quilt breathe, walk, talk, sing!!! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Betsy Posted September 23, 2009 Author Report Share Posted September 23, 2009 Gosh ladies! Don't get your hopes up too high! It's not finished yet!! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Boni Posted September 23, 2009 Report Share Posted September 23, 2009 I just love the fact that those turn out so much better than you would think! Way to go Betsy! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
jebm Posted September 23, 2009 Report Share Posted September 23, 2009 What a beautiful quilt you are making! Your customer will realize how fortunate she is to have you! I'm sure you're more than earning the price you quoted! Can't imagine the patience you must have--and how good you will feel when the beauty that was the beast comes off that frame!! Jane Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
LinneaMarie Posted September 23, 2009 Report Share Posted September 23, 2009 Looks supercalifraglisticexpilaldousis!!!! wow!!~ YOU REALLY AREA MIRACLE WORKER!!~:P Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Sharon M Posted September 23, 2009 Report Share Posted September 23, 2009 oh.... amazing!! please post pics as you go! would love to see this beauty come to life! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
LauraJ Posted September 23, 2009 Report Share Posted September 23, 2009 Betsy - you are working beautiful wonders on that quilt! The way you're doing the spaces is excellent. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Stagecl Posted September 23, 2009 Report Share Posted September 23, 2009 It looks great. Can't wait to see it completed! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
kimmiequilts Posted September 23, 2009 Report Share Posted September 23, 2009 Wow Betsy, you are truly making a silk purse out of a sows ear! That quilt will be stunning with all of your talent and patience! Keep us posted please! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Daisy2018 Posted September 23, 2009 Report Share Posted September 23, 2009 You have worked a miracle....BE VERY CAREFUL you don't get the reputation for this that keeps them coming:P:P Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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