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Off Topic: Fiesta Ware Utensil Marks

Friday, June 29th, 2007

Completely off the topic of quilting—which is fine here too. :o)  So chime in anytime with hints & tips on other subjects.  I have been threatening to replace all my Fiesta Ware dinner plates due to all the dark scratches on the surfaces from utensils,  (cutting knives, forks, etc.)  I have tried hand scubbing with various […]

Sewing Machine Cart

Wednesday, May 23rd, 2007

I have been looking for a good rolling cart to transport my sewing machine, my extension table, sewing accessories, electrical cords, some fabric, books and ect.  I thought I had a O.K. carry case before I found this rolling one at Costco! It is intended for scrapbooking, but it turns out to be perfect to transport my smaller machine (Janome […]

New Quilts of Northern California

Monday, May 21st, 2007

New Quilts of Northern California at the Pacific International Quilt Festival The Northern California Quilt Council is accepting applications for quilts to be in the New Quilts of Northern California exhibit, part of the Pacific International Quilt Festival, which is held at the Santa Clara Convention Center from October 11-14. Your quilt may also be […]

For Sale: Vintage Singer-SOLD

Tuesday, May 8th, 2007

 SOLD! Janie MacIntosh, from Sonoma, is trying to sell an old (pre 1950) Singer in great condition with all attachments in a lovely cherry wood cabinet.    She’s asking $150.  If anyone is interested, please email her:  janiemac@gmail.com.

Show n’ Tell

Tuesday, May 8th, 2007

The pictures from our May 3rd meeting are on the website! Enjoy!  

Wounded Warrior Quilt Top

Thursday, March 29th, 2007

I completed the machine quilting on  my first Wounded Warrior quilt top Lavella had given me. The colors and designs on this quilt top were so great!   Just perfect for one of the soldiers at Camp Pendleton I felt.  Lavella couldn’t recall who had made this quilt top.  Does anyone recognize the designer/piecer? Is this your quilt top?  […]

Making Quilts from Clothing

Tuesday, March 27th, 2007

Hello,I visited your booth at the Sonoma County Home and Garden Show and was told that I may be able to find some assistance with you.  My Mother and Father both passed away within thelast year and I have some of their clothing that I would desperately love to turn into 3 small "throw" style […]

Free: Antique Wood Quilt Frame

Friday, March 2nd, 2007

Susan Fredricks of Cloverdale has a wooden, antique quilt frame she’d like to give away to a loving home.   Her phone number is 707-894-3767 —or you can e-mail her at ARTFUL-i@pacbell.net.

Tri Guild Luncheon Reminder

Wednesday, February 28th, 2007

(I thought I would post this again for those of you that may have missed it on the Blog Jan. 22 when it was first posted.) The Santa Rosa Quilt Guildinvites you to the Tri Guild Luncheon"Everything is Coming Up Roses" Saturday, March 3rd, 200710:30 a.m – 2:00 p.m.Scottish Rite/Masonic Lodge600 Acacia Lane Program:Lunch served at […]

Wal-Mart Save the Fabric Dept. Petition

Friday, February 16th, 2007

Hi All, I have just read and signed the online petition:    "Wal-Mart — Save the Full-Service Fabric Department!" hosted on the web by PetitionOnline.com, the free online petitionservice, at:    http://www.PetitionOnline.com/savefab/ I personally agree with what this petition says, and I think you mightagree, too.  If you can spare a moment, please take a […]