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Comment by Kitty on April 1, 2013 at 5:28pm

Hello everyone..well I managed to paper piece a star block and I think it turned out pretty good. It was pretty easy and i must say it saved me alot of time because i didnt have to cut as much...only problem is I can't figure out how to post a pict...lol...will see what I can figure out...have a good one everybody!!

Comment by Ethelda Hillsman on March 30, 2013 at 1:42pm

Suzzi, good luck with your class. Once you finish you will be amazed at how easy it is and how it makes 'hard blocks' simple to make. i.e. stars, New York Beauty, etc.

Comment by Suzzi Hurd on March 30, 2013 at 9:54am

Hi Ethelda, welcome to the Florida Quilters Group.  I just received and email from www.craftsy.com that there is a new beginner paper piecing class.  I think I'll sign up and give it a go... the class covers 4 different block patterns.

Comment by Ethelda Hillsman on March 29, 2013 at 7:36pm

I became a transplanted Floridian a year ago. Came here for the great weather and NO SNOW. lolol Have been quilting for a few years now and that is what takes priority over cleaning and cooking. It is a good thing that hubby likes to eat out.  For Suzzi, I love paper piecing. Please give it a try. Start simple and you will love it.

Comment by Suzzi Hurd on March 16, 2013 at 10:01pm

I have not done paper piecing as of yet, but I do want to give it a go as well.  I just have so many pressing projects that need to get done.  Please send pics and let me know what you think of this technique... I've talked with several quilters and census is either you really like it or you don't... it's definitely a personal preference.

Comment by Kitty on March 16, 2013 at 9:56pm

Have yall tried Paper Piecing?  I'm giving it a go..piecing a star block for a xmas quilt my mother in law wants to make..I will try and post a pict when I'm done...

Comment by Chef Lisa on March 8, 2013 at 4:39pm

I'm a transplanted Florida Quilter been quilting 30+ years, art quilter 20 but recently discovered the traditionalism again. So now my brain is in full twist on the traditional quilts.

Comment by Suzzi Hurd on March 7, 2013 at 9:08pm

We became empty nesters in 2010, we still have 2 puggles at home.... they are 1 and 2 yrs old....long time before they head off to college!!! HaHa.  My daughters room has become my sewing room overflow... not that I'm complaining though.  It's amazing how much 'STUFF' we accumulate as quilts wouldn't you agree?  My husband and I try to go to St. Augustine at least once a year.... love the area. 

Are you familiar with the "Groups", I joined the following 2 groups and I'm having a great time meeting everyone. 
 - Batik Strip Swap Group
 - Charm Swap Group >>> New group spawned from the Batik Group.

You should check these groups out... you send in 12 2 1/2" strips and/or 6-5" charm squares of a specific color collection, everyone that participates in the swap receives a surprise collection fabric back in return.

Comment by Kitty on March 7, 2013 at 4:31pm

Hi Suzzi, I have only been quilting a few years since my last chick flew the nest...I really never really thought of the "empty nest" syndrome until then lol.. I have always loved the idea of making quilts and I find it very relaxing and quite rewarding when I finish one.  I live in NE Florida, a few miles outside of Jacksonville..I really don't have many LOS near me so I am always looking for them when I travel..My current project is a "star quilt" for my mother-in-law.  What are you currently working on..

 

Comment by Suzzi Hurd on March 6, 2013 at 8:54pm

Hi Kitty, I have been quilting for 10+ years, I've been sewing since I was a young girl... As I have told all my new friends here with ASQ.... My quilting is my escape from reality... it is truly my Zen.  I'm located in SW Florida.... where about are you located.

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