This was designed by Julie Weaver. The blocks are 12 x 12 and there are 6 of them. Finished top is 38 x 52. The instructions were very easy to follow and I am pleased with the results. The only problem I really have is I cannot go on the floor to make sure its straight and even with sandwiching and then pin. I have 2knees that will have to be replaced soon and arh ritis in my lower back. I do the best I can, but this I"ll need some help with. Anyone else that has the same problems, what do you do? Any hints, I would appreciate them
That is very lovely. sorry about your knees...have you thought about getting some long tables, put them side by side? That is if you have room? Other than that, the only other suggestion is that I come over and do it for you.
ReplyDeleteI do mine on my sewing table, I too cannot get on my knees. I start with like 1/4 of a quilt on the table, the rest hangs off the table, and I sew/baste it in big stitches, then fold that over, and move more of the quilt sandwhich onto the table and so on, till I'm done. I've done 3 like that this week and no wrinkles on the backs. Maybe even use your kitchen table.
ReplyDeleteVery pretty! I've used my kitchen island to baste quilts. You could ask for help from your quilting group!
ReplyDeleteNice quilt.
ReplyDeleteI have to get on the floor to do any of my quilts. Big tables are the key, I think.
I will see if I can find the link I sent to Tonya about basting. it will do what you need AND keep you off the floor.
ReplyDeleteIt is called "pinless basting" but you could adapt the method to use pins I think.
http://www.sharonschambernetwork.com/free_area/videos/pinless_bast/index.html
This is a lovely quilt, and perfect for February. It will be done on time! I don't think doing floor basting is comfortable for anyone (especially past their teenage years ;) so I use my dining room table. I tape the backing down, lay the batting and quilt-top on top of that, then use the bent safety pins meant for holding the quilt together. So actually, I don't do any basting at all. It works for me since I'm mostly into tying my quilts these days.
ReplyDeleteWhat a lovely pattern and so sorry about your knees. Mine are not great either, so I really empathize.
ReplyDeleteMicki