"I know of five guilds in the Pittsburgh area -- but, not sure of their names. The AQS site has a nice list of guilds. There is one in 'little' Washington (south of Pittsburgh and based out Washington County). There is one based out of…"
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Victoria Scott commented on Maxine Funk's group Pennsylvania Quilters"Welcome Linda,
Like you I'm from the Pittsburgh area and new to quilting. I've learned so much from my guild members at the Beaver Valley Piecemakers. There are several guilds thorughout the Pittsburgh area. I hope that you join one…"
Victoria Scott commented on Maxine Funk's group Pennsylvania Quilters"My favorite task is piecing (machine only as I don't have the free time to hand piece). My least favorite task is marking the quilt in preparation for machine quilting.
Thus, I spread the marking task out. I'll mark a portion of the top.…"
Victoria Scott replied to Janie Lewicki's discussion Problem with clear thread"The clear thread is picky, picky. As everyone already contributed -- tension and needle condition contributes to the issues that you're having. Practice on a sandwich of fabric and batting until you have the tension the way you want.
A couple…"
Victoria Scott replied to Kathleen Danley's discussion Quilt Shops in the group Pennsylvania Quilters"I live on the western side of PA. I love Quilter's Corners in Finleyville. 6108 State Route 88. Wonderful selection of many fabric lines. Great patterns, notions, threads, etc. The staff is very talented and willing to assist with any query."
Victoria Scott joined Maxine Funk's group
Pennsylvania Quilters
Come and join us. Part of Pennsylvania heritage is quilting, so hope we can add to that heritage during the 21st Century.See More
Victoria Scott replied to Susan Simmons Beck's discussion Need help with sewing space design - Paint and Lighting in the group Favorite Tools"My father gave me a drafting table light years ago. It contains a pair of bulbs (incandescent and florescent). My guild members swear by the Utt lights. My sewing space is in the basement."
Victoria Scott joined Bonnie Browning's groupFavorite Tools
Share your favorite tools used in quiltmaking, and add any tips you have for using them. With all of the new tools being developed, it is hard to keep up. We can learn from each other in this group.
Victoria Scott replied to Angie's discussion Scarcity of fabric shops in your area ..or just mine?"Shop Hops are grand! Even if you not YET on a search for the perfect fabric for the next project. In a few days, you can research all of quilt shops participating in the hop. Not to mention, the promotions during the hop save you some money.
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Victoria Scott replied to Angie's discussion Scarcity of fabric shops in your area ..or just mine?"Angie,
I started quilting when there were two wonderful local shops in my area. It is where I learned how to quilt. Now, both have closed or moved. Thankfully, there are a few others in my area (all better than 30 miles away). I either join up with…"
Victoria Scott commented on Victoria Scott's event 17th Annual Beaver Valley Piecemakers "Autumn in the Park" Show"I hit the save button too fast: the website address is:
https://www.bvpiecemakers.com"
Victoria Scott posted an event17th Annual Beaver Valley Piecemakers "Autumn in the Park" Show at Brady's Run Lodge in Brady's Run Park
October 14, 2011 at 11am to October 15, 2011 at 4pm
This year's theme is "Remembering 9/11 -- God's Still Blessing America." Entries are open to all quilters. Entry parameters and form can be obtained from the guild's website: http://www.bvpiecemakers.comShow hours are 10am to 5pm on Friday and Saturday; 11am to 4pm on Sunday.This is a juried show. There are rafflel for a quilt and quilting "dream baskets." Food, local vendors, and a boutique of hand-made items complement the show. See More
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- Tell us about yourself
- I've been a quilter for about 5 years and belong to the Beaver Valley Piecemakers Guild.
- How many quilts have you made?
- 18
- Do you want to make quilts, or simply enjoy them?
- creative outlet
- How long have you been a quilter?
- 5 years
- What is your favorite quilting technique?
- machine piecing
- Why do you quilt?
- it is a creative outlet
- Do you have a website?
- http://no
Comment Wall (2 comments)
- At 12:02pm on November 13, 2011,
QuilterBridget said… Happy birthday, Victoria~I hope you have a wonderful day!
- At 3:23pm on July 28, 2011, Caroline Sather said…
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