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Thursday, May 28, 2015

Let the Basting Begin!

I am pleased that I have managed to keep to my "stitching in order" regime. Last evening was Stitching Group night. I had a very nice evening complete with supper and tea in a gorgeous Wedgewood teacup...ooh very nice! We were a tiny group but throughly enjoyed our evening. Thank you Jan xx I worked on my little hexies so I won't bore you with them...but they are in the plan.
I have begun "G" in  Country Alphabet...
Good to get back to these blocks. After discovering the quilt wadding I was  going to use for my French General Dresden quilt had succumbed to a big quilting thief  chopping a huge square out of it for a project now long forgotten, it was off to pick up some supplies so I could get this quilt sandwiched. Ran into a friend....love an impromptu coffee and chat. Home again and down to work!
All pressed and laid out.
 I thought I would give the basting pins ago...again! But after a few, I took them out. It is just not the same and did not feel like "MY" process for finishing a quilt. So! Out came my trusty looong basting needle and thread and off I went...
Happy little quilter here now! LOL! Seems some progressive things are not for me...and I am more than ok with that. Oh I do like simple days doing simple things....how about you?

Namaste and Blessings,
Michelle xxx
Posted by at 4:46 PM

26 comments:

  1. LeeanneMay 28, 2015 at 5:43 PM

    Such a lovely post of you just being happy doing what you do well. Love those Dresdens!

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  2. kiwikidMay 28, 2015 at 6:23 PM

    Your quilt is beautiful Michelle...love the dresdens and colours...I use pins but that is what I was taught to do...don't know any other way!! Lol!! Maybe I could try basting one day!

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  3. JeanetteMay 28, 2015 at 6:32 PM

    Beautiful quilt. Love the colours. Hugs, xx

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  4. AnonymousMay 28, 2015 at 6:49 PM

    Hi Michelle wow I am loving this quilt and the colours are stunning,well done my friend and your G is very cute too,enjoy your evening ,Namaste xx

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  5. KERYN BMay 28, 2015 at 8:12 PM

    MICHELLE your French General quilt is beyond amazing - really beautiful.

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  6. SusanMay 28, 2015 at 9:30 PM

    Your quilt is looking beautiful, the quilting will add more magic to it. Sounds like you had the perfect day.

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  7. OndreaMay 28, 2015 at 9:30 PM

    Loving your cute stitchery. Your quilt is absolutely gorgeous. Looking forward to seeing it quilted. No stress lol.

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  8. JenniferMay 28, 2015 at 9:42 PM

    Your quilt is beautiful! Just do whatever suits you - the world would be a dull place indeed if we all did things the same way, wouldn't it?

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  9. CherylMay 28, 2015 at 10:59 PM

    Your quilt is just stunning Michelle. Think it's easier doing things how you feel comfortable doing them - and it works

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  10. FlickenstichlerinMay 28, 2015 at 11:38 PM

    Lovely French Dresden Quilt, looking forward to join tonight in doing simple things like quilting. Love the slow process and being in my own little quiet world.
    Greetings,
    Sylvia

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  11. ShayMay 29, 2015 at 6:01 AM

    Your basted quilt is so exciting to see - that much closer to a finish. I've never basted with thread before, pins all the way for me - isnt it funny how we all have our little preferences ?

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  12. Queen Of The Armchair aka Dzintra StitcheriesMay 29, 2015 at 7:40 AM

    Oh yes Michelle I totally agree...keep it simple! Can I ask then do you use any pins at all. I pin to secure and then I baste but had no idea there is a basting needle...how fabulous to know this! Thank You for that!

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  13. JulieMay 29, 2015 at 7:42 AM

    The colours in your quilt make me swoon Michelle :-) It is looking sooo gorgeous. Have you come across the thief yet that chopped a big chunk out of your wadding I wonder??!!

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  14. RaewynMay 29, 2015 at 11:10 AM

    Enjoy the process Michelle - that's what I love to do - and if the old cap fits, wear it :-) I adore this quilt!

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  15. CheryllMay 29, 2015 at 12:07 PM

    Lovely looking quilt Michelle...and done your way! Personally...I'm a pinner...lol

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  16. CheryllMay 29, 2015 at 12:07 PM

    Lovely looking quilt Michelle...and done your way! Personally...I'm a pinner...lol

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  17. CheryllMay 29, 2015 at 12:11 PM

    Wow.. I'm here twice...oops and that should read pin-er think...lol... As one who pins

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  18. FionaMay 29, 2015 at 12:16 PM

    I need to sort out some more alphabets to do... they have been hiding.... love that quilt... happy quilting...
    Hugz

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  19. Karen SMay 29, 2015 at 4:44 PM

    This quilt is looking beautiful. Well done on sticking to your plans.
    And who could the wadding thief be?

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  20. elliekMay 29, 2015 at 5:59 PM

    Love the quilt. Are you hand quilting it? I use pins but I'd rather use a professional quilter! Good luck with it

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  21. LinMay 30, 2015 at 5:26 AM

    That Dresden quilt is gorgeous! Must admit I love my safety pins for basting, so much quicker. xx

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  22. MelodyMay 30, 2015 at 2:39 PM

    Your dresden quilt is so so beautiful

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  23. SherryMay 31, 2015 at 1:21 AM

    What a beautiful dresden quilt. I have one all cut out and ready for me to get to working on. I use the safety pins for basting also but only quilt my projects myself if they are very small.

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  24. TarnyiaMay 31, 2015 at 8:14 PM

    Stunning Michelle xxx

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  25. TarnyiaMay 31, 2015 at 8:15 PM

    Stunning Michelle xxx

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  26. KaHollyJune 2, 2015 at 9:07 PM

    Michelle, I'm just loving your Dresden Plate quilt. I keep trying to use basting pins, too, and like you, always revert back to stitch basting. Can't always teach an old dog new tricks! How will you quilt it?

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