Mary Mains
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Hi from Minnesota!

Started this discussion. Last reply by Mary Mains Jul 9, 2012. 5 Replies

I am new to the site and already like it.   I have been quilting for 7 years and still have the first kit I purchased but haven't started.  lol  Yep, I know all about UFOs...  Didn't seem to have…Continue

 

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Mary Mains commented on Mary Mains's blog post Need to find home for large hand quilting frame.
"Who wanted to pick up the frame on July 20th?... I lost the contact info.... I still have the frame but trying to figure out how to contact someone that commented on my comment.  :) "
Jul 12, 2012
Mary Mains replied to Mary Mains's discussion Hi from Minnesota!
"thanks and hope I get some time to get around better...:)"
Jul 9, 2012
Mary Mains replied to Mary Mains's discussion Hi from Minnesota!
"Yeah the schedule works sometimes , but not others.. LOL"
Jul 9, 2012
Mary Mains replied to Mary Mains's discussion Hi from Minnesota!
"Thanks Janie... still trying to figure my way around the site... so hope this gets back to you.  I did get lots of emails, but not sure if that is the way this works..."
Jul 9, 2012
Susan Skuda commented on Mary Mains's blog post Need to find home for large hand quilting frame.
"I'm in TN, NC and FL... now and then..."
Jul 6, 2012
Mary Jo Horan commented on Mary Mains's blog post Need to find home for large hand quilting frame.
"do you still have the frame?  i am in iowa.  "
Jul 6, 2012
Janie Lewicki replied to Mary Mains's discussion Hi from Minnesota!
"Welcome to this site...you will love it!  There is so much information here and so many warm quilter's to help with any questions you might have. "
Jul 6, 2012
Susan Skuda commented on Mary Mains's blog post Need to find home for large hand quilting frame.
"  Mary, you've probably already seen all these, but what can I say?  I love a challenge... http://www.esewingfabric.com/Cotton-Fabric/Children-Print-Fabric/Children-Prints---Safari-Allover-CHICHI2642.html"
Jul 5, 2012
Susan Skuda commented on Mary Mains's blog post Need to find home for large hand quilting frame.
Jul 5, 2012
Susan Skuda commented on Mary Mains's blog post Need to find home for large hand quilting frame.
"Did I quick Google search and found…"
Jul 5, 2012
Susan Skuda commented on Mary Mains's blog post Need to find home for large hand quilting frame.
"Mary, where are you located? "
Jul 5, 2012
the rogue quilter replied to Mary Mains's discussion Hi from Minnesota!
"yah...sorta retired myself...may you have good luck w the schedule!! i try that once in a while...been thinking of trying it again this yr...but life just keeps getting in the way! darn life. lollol welcome to My Quilt Place ... the best little…"
Jul 5, 2012
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Hi from Minnesota!

I am new to the site and already like it.   I have been quilting for 7 years and still have the first kit I purchased but haven't started.  lol  Yep, I know all about UFOs...  Didn't seem to have much time to quilt before I retired a yr ago and I STILL have that problem.. finally had to mark off days on the calendar for quilting and now get a little more done..  Looking for safari fabric for 5 yr old grandson's quilt.  Local shops don't have a lot and can't seem to find the right website for…See More
Jul 5, 2012
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Need to find home for large hand quilting frame.

I have inherited a large hand quilting frame from my mother-in-law used by her sewing circle at church. I don't hand quilt and don't have room to store it.  Does anyone have a source that could use it?Also, looking for safari fabric for 5 yr old grandson's quilt.  Not finding much online and local shops don't have a lot.  any ideas?See More
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Tell us about yourself
I am 63 and didn't start quilting until about 7 years ago and sorry I didn't start sooner. My sister has quilted many years and she got me started. I still haven't even started the first quilt kit I bought, but its not the only one in that category..I just see so many I want to make. But I retired a year ago and hopefully will get more done now.
How many quilts have you made?
25-30 so far
Do you want to make quilts, or simply enjoy them?
I like to make quilts and other projects like table tops, wall hangings and even bags.
How long have you been a quilter?
7 years
What is your favorite quilting technique?
I have several.
Why do you quilt?
I love to create and see the finished quilt top...so much beautiful fabric...

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Need to find home for large hand quilting frame.

Posted on July 5, 2012 at 11:22am 7 Comments

I have inherited a large hand quilting frame from my mother-in-law used by her sewing circle at church. I don't hand quilt and don't have room to store it.  Does anyone have a source that could use it?

Also, looking for safari fabric for 5 yr old grandson's quilt.  Not finding much online and local shops don't have a lot.  any ideas?

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