tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-13569819.post1461196425375217595..comments2024-03-28T18:45:45.374-04:00Comments on Quiltville's Quips & Snips!!: Mary Jo's Run...Bonnie K. Hunterhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/16377635115790685301noreply@blogger.comBlogger52125tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-13569819.post-89533477341155495612009-08-08T13:50:12.445-04:002009-08-08T13:50:12.445-04:00Can't wait to pre-order it!!!Can't wait to pre-order it!!!AverettLadyNanahttps://www.blogger.com/profile/12509213680922009574noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-13569819.post-85281885971945396382009-08-05T12:25:42.429-04:002009-08-05T12:25:42.429-04:00Bonnie - keep up the Big Quilts, if that's wha...Bonnie - keep up the Big Quilts, if that's what you enjoy! I for one still have to expand your patterns for my Cal. King bed, but that's okay. Thank you for your dedication in keeping us quilters using what we have!<br /><br />AngieAngiehttps://www.blogger.com/profile/17553256531761961322noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-13569819.post-82344939379322837782009-08-04T20:04:40.518-04:002009-08-04T20:04:40.518-04:00I love the fabric with the flowers!! I am working...I love the fabric with the flowers!! I am working on a quilt right now with that and all its friends. <br /><br />I too have wondered what a wallhanging is good for? I just hang a bed quilt on my quilt hanger and ohhohhhh its a wallhanging! heeheeMaryhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/14637424832343304557noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-13569819.post-34946238719064423742009-07-31T21:37:48.716-04:002009-07-31T21:37:48.716-04:00First....love the quilt you purchased in Sisters. ...First....love the quilt you purchased in Sisters. Still haven't gotten together with Pat and Cathy to see the pictures, but hope to next week.<br /><br />Secondly, if bed sized quilts make your heart sing, then design and make bed size quilts. Trust me, there are many of us out here that like to make big quilts. Yes, we all may make a table runner or a small wallhanging to use as just the right accent, but overall, bed size quilts rock and so do you. <br /><br />So crank up the Ipod and design away. <br /><br />darlynn<br /><br />ps....oh yeah, the writing....sorry, but we all want to follow along on your quilting journey.....so write away, and good luck!darlynnhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/14981802451040599464noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-13569819.post-30883219790966525652009-07-31T10:51:03.410-04:002009-07-31T10:51:03.410-04:00I'm constantly adapting patterns that I see to...I'm constantly adapting patterns that I see to fit queen size beds. I don't do many lap quilts or wall hangings these days and really appreciate books that cater to my needs.Rose Mariehttps://www.blogger.com/profile/13222914515169308269noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-13569819.post-38460684445945684162009-07-30T07:57:52.134-04:002009-07-30T07:57:52.134-04:00There's a market, no worries. I like instant ...There's a market, no worries. I like instant gratification projects, but I usually choose something other than quilting for those. I make things to be used and I don't want quilted items on every surface of our home. Its just not our style and it would look odd in our modern home. And I don't want to give quilts to friends that they don't know how to use. So, a few of my friends or family will appreciate a table runner, maybe, but for the most part its quilts they can sleep under.Carahttps://www.blogger.com/profile/14581276727803441448noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-13569819.post-83218254847466931082009-07-29T11:35:51.374-04:002009-07-29T11:35:51.374-04:00I like large bed quilts - when I look at smaller p...I like large bed quilts - when I look at smaller patterns I am figuring out what it will take to make it bigger. One thing I love is patterns with options.<br />So if they want smaller - they can make less blocks and do smaller.<br />You do what is your style and what is right for you - you will not enjoy it if you don't and them it will become a chore/work and not something you have you heart in.Jackiehttps://www.blogger.com/profile/02750219254130256927noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-13569819.post-11699979140251892412009-07-29T10:07:09.707-04:002009-07-29T10:07:09.707-04:00I only make bed sized quilts and sometimes find th...I only make bed sized quilts and sometimes find that I have to make every quilt I like bigger than the pattern so it will fit on a bed! I'm old school, thinking that quilts are for a bed. When I see a quilt on a wall, I wish I could snuggle with it. It's like making an heirloom recipe for brownies, and then displaying them. When I need a quick fix for quilting, I make a quilt block for a larger quilt. Maybe it's just me. I'm so excited to see your new book!Knuthttps://www.blogger.com/profile/10040677654523335538noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-13569819.post-78946119471878478692009-07-29T04:09:53.459-04:002009-07-29T04:09:53.459-04:00Calm down! I love bed quilts! Though I generally m...Calm down! I love bed quilts! Though I generally make them for Single beds, thus enabling the use as cuddle on the sofa quilts. Mine are usually around 140cm by 210 cm, but I want to make one for my double bed, that will need to be at least 200cm by 220 cm. I am sure there are people who will be happy with queen and king.Kucki68https://www.blogger.com/profile/08899834063961406187noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-13569819.post-35467780854986762002009-07-29T01:00:51.567-04:002009-07-29T01:00:51.567-04:00Bonnie,
I am with the rest of your commenters- I ...Bonnie, <br />I am with the rest of your commenters- I have made very few wall hangings- I don't know what to do with them as I have very limited wall space- On the other hand can you ever have too many bed quilts? <br />Even when you have made for all your loved ones there is always someone in need of a quilt. <br />I like that they can be beautiful and still serve a functional purpose.<br />Keep doing what you do so well - I am sure your new book will be a great success too.<br />Regards,<br />Annaquiltmom annahttps://www.blogger.com/profile/01976120921532056369noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-13569819.post-38825510156251477852009-07-28T20:34:25.471-04:002009-07-28T20:34:25.471-04:00FWIW, I also make BIG quilts almost exclusively. I...FWIW, I also make BIG quilts almost exclusively. I often have to add more blocks and estimate more yardage to make a quilt bigger than a lap size in the pattern. There is a need and a place for big quilts.Dianahttps://www.blogger.com/profile/07450790070546187173noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-13569819.post-42237540039861125802009-07-28T16:59:34.296-04:002009-07-28T16:59:34.296-04:00What Anne said :)
I love bed quiltsWhat Anne said :)<br /><br />I love bed quiltscarriehttps://www.blogger.com/profile/12550769979333248953noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-13569819.post-61767275962631010792009-07-28T15:58:08.940-04:002009-07-28T15:58:08.940-04:00Lapsize options would be nice - but I seem to only...Lapsize options would be nice - but I seem to only make big quilts!!<br />I think a book that is bedsize quilts is a good book. Anyone who is a quilter could figure out, on their own how to make it smaller or the size they want - anone who is 'new' to this addiction, will always find help to do the same.<br />This is YOUR book - please, make a book that pleases you. We enjoy all that you show us, have already done and the joy you share - that way, not only do you get the book you want to make, we get to see more of who you are - and that is a great thing!!!!<br />This book is already on list of ones to get - and knowing they are quilts and not pretty little things that I don't do, makes me want it even more!!!<br />I am glad you took a break. Remember to do that went the screen starts to blurr or your fingers find keys that make nonsense words - it's time to go outside and take a deep breathe of fesh air and have long break. <br /><br />Just keep telling youself, "I have all the time I need", and you will!! <br /><br />I am glad you spent some quality time busting up with your GF's!!! that makes it all worth while. Loved your quote... I think it's a fair assesntment of the situation!!<br />here is to love and laughter - not necessarily in that order!!;-)Brendahttps://www.blogger.com/profile/13655217461685123025noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-13569819.post-60210345735262429042009-07-28T12:04:27.775-04:002009-07-28T12:04:27.775-04:00Yup, please yourself and it will show in your work...Yup, please yourself and it will show in your work. Write it and they will come! All of the quiltville groupies like me, love your work and I'm sure it will be a wonderful book, just like all your patterns are (and your first book too!) Have a great day friend!Lady of the Clothhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/10345211460859964856noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-13569819.post-2414325071536940882009-07-28T08:52:39.876-04:002009-07-28T08:52:39.876-04:00I make bed quilts, I don't do wallhangings or ...I make bed quilts, I don't do wallhangings or table toppers. I'd love a book on queen and king sized beds (maybe a few single sized ones for the kidlet).<br /><br />I hope the pattern writing gets easier for you.Ruth's Placehttps://www.blogger.com/profile/00789737451339663572noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-13569819.post-49934632189793621562009-07-28T08:31:30.381-04:002009-07-28T08:31:30.381-04:00Bonnie - I'm soooo tired of having to make qui...Bonnie - I'm soooo tired of having to make quilt for my beds bigger (we have queens and kings). It'll be a welcome relief to have a book with big quilts. Relax, take a walk then return to writing. Can't wait for the book :)<br />Quilty friends are the best - make all our troubles take a rest.Debbihttps://www.blogger.com/profile/12230969945843384715noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-13569819.post-20918684769223035552009-07-28T07:10:52.104-04:002009-07-28T07:10:52.104-04:00oh no, sorry to hear you're feeling so stresse...oh no, sorry to hear you're feeling so stressed out right now. eek. you're more than halfway there tho! glad you got a chance to get out with some quilty friends.Tonya Ricuccihttps://www.blogger.com/profile/10778059489713831067noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-13569819.post-63275788674002793242009-07-28T06:52:39.264-04:002009-07-28T06:52:39.264-04:00Almost all my quilts are big quilts for the bed. ...Almost all my quilts are big quilts for the bed. I like to USE my quilts - mine even go to the beach and get used as picnic blankets, so they have to be big. I often refer to OLD quilt magazines for bigger sized quilt patterns. So - keep at it! The quilting world can use a book full of bed sized quilts! Glad to hear you had fun on your recent trip!Evelyn aka Starfishyhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/12025353776081066815noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-13569819.post-60725261752209707992009-07-28T03:50:11.218-04:002009-07-28T03:50:11.218-04:00I have a hard time not making quilts for beds...ev...I have a hard time not making quilts for beds...even if I start out thinking lap quilt it turns into at least a twin normally a double.<br />I don't need patterns for fo fo stuff!<br />I want quilt patterns<br />go for it!<br />, remember you have to stay true to your self otherwise your not going to enjoy this and that won't be good. Making little quilts once in a while is fun<br />can be used to try out a block or fabric combinations you love and then you can hand quilt them...maybe if they want you to add something small to the book try this?<br />knowing in the back of your mind you will make it into a queen size quilt!<br />good luck!!!! take a long walk when you get tired of pattern writing, maybe that will renew you!antique quilterhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/15379983489980682690noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-13569819.post-46051656842486982922009-07-28T02:24:09.831-04:002009-07-28T02:24:09.831-04:00Doing what you love is always the right choice. I...Doing what you love is always the right choice. I, like other commenters, never really worry about what size the author suggests. I am perfectly capable of sewing four blocks together and calling it a table runner. It is more helpful for me to have the quantities for a big quilt worked out- then I can start collecting my fabrics. <br /><br />Sign me up for a copy! I have your other book on my nightstand!woolywomanhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/14798060848062776281noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-13569819.post-27714569169376873742009-07-27T23:46:46.782-04:002009-07-27T23:46:46.782-04:00As my dad always said "go big or go home"...As my dad always said "go big or go home". Everytime I make a quilt my mom asks "what size?" generally mine are for a single bed, but like the others I look forward to your patterns for big beds. Way to go!Lee Dhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/10733872088509481749noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-13569819.post-86710165765012571622009-07-27T23:22:55.552-04:002009-07-27T23:22:55.552-04:00Bonnie, I agree with the other comments. I don'...Bonnie, I agree with the other comments. I don't have any walls to hang small quilts on. I think a quilt is for a bed!! I have made 12 in 2 years--queens. I too want an autgraphed book.fireweldinghttps://www.blogger.com/profile/11313858592801587917noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-13569819.post-24836723529582047832009-07-27T22:39:35.868-04:002009-07-27T22:39:35.868-04:00I just finished my first quilt top. EVER. You can ...I just finished my first quilt top. EVER. You can see it on my blog. It was supposed to be a full...I made mine a king...it is HUGE. I had to add to the over all finished project to get it that big. Now, I have not quilted it yet, or don't even know if I am brave enough to try..I have a old machine...we will see. <br /><br />So I guess what I am saying...I would love a book like that, after all my first quilt ever is a monster!!Coloradoladyhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/16312809532968928183noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-13569819.post-48589250193914136632009-07-27T22:15:34.233-04:002009-07-27T22:15:34.233-04:00My opinion - and my opinion only...- I like BIG QU...My opinion - and my opinion only...- I like BIG QUILTS. Usabel bed size quilts. I have been making quilts a long time 7 with the exception of baby quilts, I have made ONE twin size/lap size. Everything else is a BIG QUILT.<br /><br />You do what you do best. make 'em big!<br /><br />Sam in Middle TNmomtofatdogshttps://www.blogger.com/profile/15389739578090412265noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-13569819.post-32508907810250251722009-07-27T21:59:12.935-04:002009-07-27T21:59:12.935-04:0020 some odd years quilting and I have never made a...20 some odd years quilting and I have never made a wall hanging. Have no clue what those are for other than dustcollectors. Keep making snuggling sized quilts! I know you do this for a living, but I know you started this for the love of it. You are a success at this because we can tell you are doing what you love. Keep doing it that way, and we'll keep supporting you!Reeniehttps://www.blogger.com/profile/14862478142206150962noreply@blogger.com