MtnBarb Posted August 30, 2011 Report Share Posted August 30, 2011 OK, I know that I get sappy but I just had to let you know that sometimes you CAN quilt with tears in your eyes! lol Because of health problem with myself and my DH, I haven't touch my Freedom (Agnes) for a year, other that keeping it oiled, dusting, and going in to whisper sweet nothings to her. Today I threaded and started her up and worked on a quilt that's been on the frame for nearly that whole year. Agnes performed like the champ she is. The tension and stitches were still perfect. It was like waltzing with a well known partner. Thank you APQS for an unbelieveable machine! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Stagecl Posted August 30, 2011 Report Share Posted August 30, 2011 Glad you are back quilting! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
CWBowser Posted August 30, 2011 Report Share Posted August 30, 2011 It is nice to hear positive things. Glad you were able to quilt. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Borderline Quilter Posted August 31, 2011 Report Share Posted August 31, 2011 Welcome back Barb! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Primitive1 Posted August 31, 2011 Report Share Posted August 31, 2011 Gald you are back and hope you are feeling better! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
LadyLake Posted August 31, 2011 Report Share Posted August 31, 2011 Tears of joy are the best kind. Welcome back quilting, Barb! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
lnieland Posted August 31, 2011 Report Share Posted August 31, 2011 Here's hoping you have many more hours in front of (or in back of!) the machine in the upcoming days! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Quilting Heidi Posted August 31, 2011 Report Share Posted August 31, 2011 Barb it is great to have you back in the saddle! I hope that you and hubby are both healthier and you can enjoy your machine once again! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Linda G. Craig Posted August 31, 2011 Report Share Posted August 31, 2011 So good to see you back and happily quilting. Enjoy! :cool: Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
cblevins Posted August 31, 2011 Report Share Posted August 31, 2011 I hope the tough times are behind you! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
delld Posted August 31, 2011 Report Share Posted August 31, 2011 Glad to hear about TEARS OF JOY! And even better yet you are back quilting!!!!! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
jeri Posted August 31, 2011 Report Share Posted August 31, 2011 Welcome back! Lost my machine for over a year. It felt sooo good to get her back and take those first stitches Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Joyce Posted August 31, 2011 Report Share Posted August 31, 2011 Glad that you are back, and happy quilting. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
LeeAnn Posted August 31, 2011 Report Share Posted August 31, 2011 Glad to hear you connected with your old friend and she was as sweet as ever. So happy for you! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
RoseCity Quilter Posted August 31, 2011 Report Share Posted August 31, 2011 Now I have tears in my eyes! Welcome back Barb, hope your hard times are behind you... Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
lindasewsit Posted August 31, 2011 Report Share Posted August 31, 2011 :) Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
IBQLTN2 Posted August 31, 2011 Report Share Posted August 31, 2011 happy quilting Barb!! so glad to see you are enjoying your self and dancing with Freedom once again!! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest Linda S Posted August 31, 2011 Report Share Posted August 31, 2011 Barb - I must tell you that there have been several occasions where I've got the music cranked, I'm dancing with my machine, enjoying the quilting, and I'll just burst into tears. Tears of joy. It does a soul good to be doing what you love. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Beachside Quilter Posted August 31, 2011 Report Share Posted August 31, 2011 Barb, happy to hear that you are quilting, again, and hope those tough times for you and your hubby are behind you now! It's a great feeling to turn on the machine and hear it purr even if it a few days, or several months. Enjoy! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ReisingStarQuilts Posted August 31, 2011 Report Share Posted August 31, 2011 Barb, so glad you and hubby are on the mend!! Welcome back. Now pace yourself and dont over do!! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
quiltmonkey Posted August 31, 2011 Report Share Posted August 31, 2011 I've missed you. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Corey Posted August 31, 2011 Report Share Posted August 31, 2011 Glad to see you back. Corey Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
LindaB Posted August 31, 2011 Report Share Posted August 31, 2011 Dear Barb: Welcome back to what you love to do..... I understand quite well where your coming from. I too soon will be joining you in the journey back to quilting on our wonderful APQS machine. I have a 2002 Millie, been at it for a while, but the last few years, health problems, 3 joint replacements, and my husband passing away last year, I wasn't sure what to do if I should keep my machine or sell it, lost all interest in everything quilting.....so Fabio sat gathering dust. Well, now I'm back to piecing a gorgeous (hopefully) paper pieced quilt, almost done. Then.....I will replace my old canvas leaders with new ones, prepare it all for the Red Snappers and join you Joan, and I'm sure, like you, will be crying for joy..... . How blessed we all are to be able to do what we love with the aid of our wonderful APQS machines.....we are truly blessed. Sorry for blabbing on so, but I could so relate to you Joan.....can't wait to see some of your "show'n'tell" ..... Happy Quilting.... Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Hawaii Posted August 31, 2011 Report Share Posted August 31, 2011 Barb, I'm glad you are back on your "Freedom" and back with us at the forum!!! Nothing like a little quilting therapy to get you going!!!! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
sharni Posted August 31, 2011 Report Share Posted August 31, 2011 So glad that you can be back to what you love. Quilting is great therapy! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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