ffq-lar Posted November 29, 2013 Report Share Posted November 29, 2013 Picture this and feel sorry for me--- The top is heavily embroidered in a baroque design--many colors of thread, massive multi-layered motifs with different fabrics behind the embroidery. Lots of the embroidery has many strands of thread so it almost looks hand-done. It's extravagant. Much of the paper stabilizer has been left in. It's done on a heavy weight cream home-dec fabric. My customer (a very new quilter) added borders to enlarge the top. First one is 6 inches of black lining fabric from Joann's. Outer border is 10 inches of another poly lining fabric in burgundy. The seam that joins these two is wavy and poorly pieced. No way to steam this out since both pieces are polyester. It's a nightmare. I should have declined it, but she has waited patiently to get it to me. I'll struggle along and hope I can fix some things and camouflage the rest. Who would combine heavy home-dec fabric and poly lining in the same top? She obviously was shopping color and price and not compatibility. Thanks for letting me whine. Whine? Wine!!! Oh yeah! That'll help for sure! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
On Pins and Needles Posted November 30, 2013 Report Share Posted November 30, 2013 Oh Linda, this makes my recent monster quilt seem like a piece of cake! You do have my sympathy.... Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
delld Posted November 30, 2013 Report Share Posted November 30, 2013 Well if I were closer and a lot closer we could share several bottles of wine while we whine! LOL Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
shirleyl Posted November 30, 2013 Report Share Posted November 30, 2013 So sorry, but we all need one of these once in a while to realize what good pieces most of our clients are. When she picks it up, you might take the opportunity to tell her it's beautiful, but next time she might want to try a few things differently. She probably doesn't know it won't wear the same. My customers appreciate the knowledge. It just has to be phrased helpfully. Which I know you already will do. Shirley Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Enchanted Quilting Posted November 30, 2013 Report Share Posted November 30, 2013 Well, if anyone has a shot at this...it is you, Linda! Be sure to post your outcomes:) Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
GrandmaLKB Posted November 30, 2013 Report Share Posted November 30, 2013 Wheeeee! You will make it gorgeous. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
srichardson Posted November 30, 2013 Report Share Posted November 30, 2013 I am sure that you will work your usual magic! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
SYork Posted November 30, 2013 Report Share Posted November 30, 2013 Oh, I can relate. I have 6 from the same lady that are ALL like that. One has only 3 final borders. When I called her twice and tried to get her to fix it, she said it was her design and just quilt it as is. Really???????? Seams are from 1/8 inch to 3/4 inch. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
qltnbe Posted November 30, 2013 Report Share Posted November 30, 2013 Oh.....I guess I won't whine about my problems. I can't wait to see how you complete this. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
maggienoella Posted November 30, 2013 Report Share Posted November 30, 2013 Oh, Linda, say it isn't so! I've been telling myself how when I get to be a good quilter, I'll get good quilts! You'll do great as always but have a little chocolate with your wine. Joan Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
whitepinesquilter Posted November 30, 2013 Report Share Posted November 30, 2013 Who would? As you said, 'a very new quilter'. Here's your opportunity to help her learn. It sounds like she has a desire to make beautiful work. She needs guidance, and as she was willing to wait for you she's probably more than willing to take your sage advice. I'm sure this will end up looking great, and she'll have gained much knowledge. Can't wait to see what you do to help her out. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
meg Posted November 30, 2013 Report Share Posted November 30, 2013 Yikes! She's lucky she brought it to you. Not only will you make it as wonderful as humanly possible... I know you will set her straight for next time. Post b4 & after pics...(in your spare time) Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Beachside Quilter Posted November 30, 2013 Report Share Posted November 30, 2013 Oh, Linda! Sounds like a real nightmare! Eeek! You might need an extra sprinkling of fairy dust to get through this one! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
bonbon Posted November 30, 2013 Report Share Posted November 30, 2013 Ooooh I feel for you Linda. I'm so sorry. This longarmer sends tons of sympathy! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Oma Posted November 30, 2013 Report Share Posted November 30, 2013 What if...I'm reaching here...she isn't a quilter, but an "artist" instead. Sounds like the quilt is beautiful to look at...just a nightmare to quilt. And she wouldn't even consider that problem because she's thinking "visually" not "mechanically". Artists tend to think in "textures" not rules and this would definitely fall into that category. I'm looking forward to pics because if anyone can make it work I believe you can. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Mrs.A Posted November 30, 2013 Report Share Posted November 30, 2013 Ouch…feeling your pain. Yet I'm sure you will be able to work wonders with this quilt (and quilt maker). Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Busy Quilting Posted November 30, 2013 Report Share Posted November 30, 2013 Red wine will go well with the burgundy. I am sure you will make it a treasure for her. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
quiltingjoyful51 Posted November 30, 2013 Report Share Posted November 30, 2013 I just sent that quilt home with a customer. She appliqued block of the month Santa s on heavy upholstery fabric, used zigzag stitching to create piping and added poly borders. it was 6 inches out of square and not her first quilt. I was glad it was done. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
RitaR Posted November 30, 2013 Report Share Posted November 30, 2013 I've been thinking like Oma while reading the thread. Maybe she is using her artistic taste talent to make a piece of art, more than a bed or sofa quilt. Still won't hurt to ask or talk with her about the bed quilt, versus the wall quilts. Good luck, you won't need much as well as you do. Grit teeth, close eyes and go for it. THEN you can have the glass of wine! rofl.. Rita Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Joyce Posted November 30, 2013 Report Share Posted November 30, 2013 I will have a glass of wine for you. LOL Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
o2b Quilting Posted November 30, 2013 Report Share Posted November 30, 2013 You are an amazing quilter and I am sure you will make it look great...but not without a whole lot of stress, frustration, (and a bit of w(h)ine). I know you will likely be able to make this into a great educational opportunity for her. Good luck with it. Thanks for making my day look like a breeze!!! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
bonbon Posted November 30, 2013 Report Share Posted November 30, 2013 Linda tell me......how do charge for a quilt like this? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
JustSewSimple Posted November 30, 2013 Report Share Posted November 30, 2013 Well, the way I see it, is that you will do a magical job and it will turn out more beautiful that ever. That will give her confidence to do another and another and another and you will get to quilt them all. She will never see that her choices are poor because you will make your magic happen! You know you will, girl! So, she will never learn and you will go on to pull your hair out to make a masterpiece! PS: If you decide to sell your magic wands please put me down for one. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Quilting Heidi Posted November 30, 2013 Report Share Posted November 30, 2013 Linda no doubt in my mind that you will make that quilt look divine, even if it takes a whole lot of whine! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
LibbyG Posted November 30, 2013 Report Share Posted November 30, 2013 I can't count how many times I've said, "Why did I take this quilt?" In your case, I have no doubt that you'll do a beautiful job. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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