TheQuiltingPot: Recent Episodes

AJ

A place and a voice to share my love for quilting with a little knitting and weaving sprinkled in.

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In this episode I talk about:

Congratulations to a fellow Podcaster

What I am working on Saturday recording fail Current WIPs:

Illusion Quilt      H-blocks      SummerReadalong      My Favorite Things      2 small quilts to bind

Twilters: Birds in the Air Swap

QOV and Longarm practice talk

Next Up Quilts:

Churn Dash Stars, by Mary Johnson      Jacobs Ladder, 2-color      Batik Single Irish Chain

Guild Happenings:

Recent Quilt Retreat      BOM Committee: Chair      Embrace Committee: member      Mug Rug Swap      Summer Quilt Challenge

Update on the boys

Until Next time.....

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After a long hiatus, I decided to do a podcast. Can't  believe my last podcast was September, 2015! The sun just makes me happy...let the recording begin!!!!

In this episode I talk about:   my time off   new employment   small quilts   presence ib social media   longarm practice   IQuilt class   upcoming retreat   family visit   finished quilts   UFO plans   *knitting (at the very end)

Hope you still remember me and stick around...

AJ

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Well Hello!!! In this episode I talk about: * Quilting on "Lady G", my Gammill Vision 2.0 DDR's Quilt Free motion quilting vs computerized quiltingTumbler Blocks Leader/Ender project with Bonnie Hunter-2.5 inch tumbler blocks  MSQCo 5" charm square tumbler blocks using the templateElectronic die cutting machines Silhouette Cameo not getting much use, learning curve, and plans to sell Brother ScanNCut purchase, seeminly easier to use and review on next PCAccuCutGo,and multiple dies; plan to sellTwilters FB Group Hashtag block swapThe Stitch TV show hosted by Pam/Lynn9/11 Virtual sew-in hosted by PamMystery Quilt by Charlotte Cutting directions: http://scrapitudequilts.com/here-we-go-its-time-to-cut-the-scraps/Handmade JournalsBible JournalingCardmakingOnline art classes: LifeBook 2015 Tamare Laporte (Willowing) Splatter, Splotch, Splash Tiare Smith (TiareSmith.com)Planners Organizing blocks of time for play "Fauxfdoris"-midori style planners ResetGirls (ListersGottaList-September) REMEMBER 9/11; NEVER FORGET!!!

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Back from a brief hiatus. In this episode I talk about:  What's been going ow with me  My BD vacation with my Kids  Arting Journey  Quilting projects  Creating a "New Blog" *  Podcaster love  A "thank you" to new and seasoned listeners

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I am back. I hope all had a wonderful holiday season. You know what they say, it's better late than never. Now a bullet list of the content of my podcast. Here ya go!! * Owl baby wall hanging  Craftsy patterns used: "Hoot N Nanny" and "Owl You Need is Love" Jenny Beyer (JB) Craftsy BOM.   BTW, no having fun with the black fabric-hard on the eyes. KJ's Black/White/Red quilt (youngest daughter)  Still need borders all around. Next on my list to complete Art journalling. What I am participating in  DLP 2015  Life Book 2015 Savannah Quiltfest/Jacksonville Quilt Show (making me happy)  March 2015. Looking forward to it  Jacksonville, FL quilt show, fall 2015 Sew In for President's Day???? Civilian life  What work will I do? Stamp carving for my art journals A little bit of my life's ups and downs Until next time..............

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Finally,  got an episode publisher. I recorded two episodes previously. One in October and one earlier this month. As they say, third time is a charm. So, here's what I talked about: Life Update:  Becoming a civilian again  Job searching  Thanksgiving celebrations The Boys:  Cushings, Gizmo is doing well  Taking allergy drops twice a day (thank God no   shots) On the design wall:  Spiderweb quilt top (at a standstill) Swaps & Robins  Participated in the "Quiltcast Mini Swap"  My partner was "Kari". A podcast listener! Who knew?  Received my top from non other than, April Rosenthal!! Geeked out a little when I knew it was her.   Just in case you didn't know, she is one of the hosts of the "Quiltcast Podcast". Art Journal  Coloring, paint or gesso  Doodling  Online Art Journal classes by: Jane Davenport - Draw Happy and Tamara LaPorte - Book Worm Girl Happy Black Friday savings!! Until next time.................

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Never Give Up: In this episode: Round Robin - Group CPlaying in my Art JournalQuilt Progress:  Spiderweb quilt   Jelly Roll QuiltThank you to "Daisy"New Podcast Outlander Podcast (The Scot and the Sassenach)Shows I Watch Outlander Haven Scandal*Retirement plans

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In this episode I do my normal babble and talk about: *  Pending transition to civilian life  My Son"s quilt  My daugther's quilt plans  ATC's  Completed "French Rose" quilt top  Spiderweb block progress  A little about the Silhouette  Mention a few "thank yous"  Upcoming name change of my blog  A little about the boys!  And.....of course, how to reach me Until next time........................

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What I am up to: Quilting:  Son's BD QuiltYoungest DDR's red, black and whiteOldest DDR's "Modern QuiltFrench RosesSpider WebLady G Mixed Media:JournallingInked ceramic tiles New Toy:Cameo Silhouette Knitting:Jimmy Beans Wool, Outlander KAL What I am watching:OutlanderUnder the DomeDr. WhoHavenLots of YouTube What I am listening to:The Fiery Cross Until next time.............

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In this episode I talk about: * DS Quilt Progress DD#2 Quilt Plan   Jelly Roll quilt-black, white, red and grey Fabric Post Card Swap Round Robin    Communication, mailing on time Tanesha's "Lady Day"     Art Quilting  Nonnie's book review     "Accentuate the Negative ( a new purchase) Spider Web Quilt inspiration by Bonnie Hunter A Bummer     Gizmo has "Cushings Syndrome" Art Journalling    Feelings ( work, life and Gizmo)    Documented Life Project (DLP) Until Next Time...................

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It's a Holiday *Remember to take time to honor a VET today! This episode contains previously recorded, but not uploaded episodes. I suggest you listen in increments. I don't want your brain to freeze. Each episode is separated by a musical pause, a resting place, if you will.  So, as usual, I ramble about: Episode #48 & #49Daisy's UFO ChallengePostage Stamp swap and progressRound Robin and progressMy children's quilt plansQOV fabric collectionProgress PhotosThe BoysGiveaway Plans in honor of  my 50th podcase & Memorial Day (thequiltingpot.com)Movie date with my DDSummer TV excitment*My book listening pleasure and new book excitement  If you want the full story with pics, head over to my blog. Until next time.........

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The podcast was recorded on May 4th, my BD! Today, I am getting around to writing the post and uploading the podcast.

What I ramble about:

  • A "Google" BD tribute
  • Daisy's UFO Challenge
  • Postage Stamp Swap process
  • Round Robin center block prgress
  • Hexie progress
  • A little organization
  • A mention of my boys
  • My week off!!!
  • A week with ALL my children!!!! YAY
  • A little yard work with the FAM

Book finish: Insurgent, by Veronica Roth

Audible: next book "Drums of Autumn", 4th book of the Outlander Series

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A rainy day, but I get to sew and quilt!!!

Wearing multiple hats this week, I have been working longer than normal hours. So, hence not so much quilting this past week. Well this is what I have accomplished this week.

My progress on "Boxy Stars" is coming along. I got this pattern from Bonnie Hunter's (BH) website. It is listed here under the free patterns tab. I am adding the sashing and corner stones. I have even sewn a few completed rows together. My focus this weekend is on completing this top! I am soooo close, it should not difficult to do.

My goal for this weekend is to load my "String Geese" quilt top. I made this top using men's shirts purchased from Goodwill. This pattern can also be found on BH's website. It is made using long strips. A nice, simple no brainer top.

I am continuing to work on my hexies, one more to add to my stack. Just so you know, I haven't had the energy to do any stitching while waiting for the light. Not even to work on them at lunchtime. I have been working through lunch or at a meeting the entire week.

My previous post about the charity quilt that came home with me in February for me to complete....well, I received a phone call thanking me for my participation. I was told that they like to personally thank each person that sends in a quilt. I was also given a website to see where my quilt went. I was a little surprised that I was called

Last but not least, I am continuing to cut my 1 1/2" squares for the swap. I am about halfway there!

I hope everyone enjoys this special weekend, however you may celebrate it!!!

Until next time.........

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Enjoying the sun!!! UFO Challenge

Daisy's Promo

Postage Stamp Swap

Correction of Host name; Tina not Darla

7 sets of 50 pairs by

ease of equal cutting

almost same fabrics for all

Boxy Stars

sashing and corner stones

Hexie Progress

slow and steady

ITH Embroidery

Key Fobs - ok for tokens of thanks

not for sale

still working on technique

The Littlest Thistle FAL

Quarter #2 linky

Pictures can be seen at "thequiltingpot.com"

Current listening pleasure

Book #3 - Voyager by Diana Galbadon

*Please excuse the "lip smacking" during parts of the podcast. I will work on that little annoying habit. Until next time........

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Savannah Quilt Show  Stash/Tool Enhancement

Daisy of "Very Lazy Daisy Quilts"  Binding size  UFO Challenge  Round Robiin FAL 2014  The Littlest Thistle (1st Qtr Linky)  Tanesha  Fadom (Outlander blocks) Goodreads: Audio Books  Between Heaven and Texas (Marie Bostwick)     Can't seem to remeber the title  Divergent (Recommend)  Voyager (3rd book, Outlander series) Until next time.......

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My Saturday started early!  My agenda:  Hairstylist appointment  Boys Vet appointment  Complete Squared Churndash top Spring Post Card Swap  received my fabric post card  I finally, finally finished my CS quilt.  Jodi tested and approved! Churndash WH.  Curse you Jenny Doan and those quick quilt projects with bias edges!!!  Boxy Stars  Leader and ender project.  My upcoming projects:  1.5 inch Charm Swap hosted by Darla, Scientific Quilter  Round Robin with Daisy of Very Lazy Daisy podcast  Summer post card swap, hosted by Sandy Colwell EQ7  *now a MAC version.   Books:Filler Up, by Renee Haddidan (longarm)Between Heaven and Texas, by Marie Bostwick (currently listening)Cress, by Marissa Meyer (Lunar Chronicles-completed)Voyager, Diana Gabaldon (Outlander Series)

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As usual, I chat while mobile.

Celtic Solstice

Binding application

Hexie Update

Mitered Crochet dishcloths

Pinterest time suck

Quilting Feathers

Practice

Giveaway

Will it be a ruler or fabric?

Quiltfest Savannah

Who's going??

Until next time.....

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Let me start off with an apology. The sound quality for my mobile portion is not as crisp as past episodes. I placed my phone in a different location. So, after listening, I will be moving it back to my original "spot".  In this episode I ramble as usual. In no particular order: Binding my wonky log cabin quilt -UFO #2 on my list Cherrywood fabrics -hand dyed cottons with the look of suede -highly recommend Fabric post card -Partner was ddrquilter -Thanks to her DH -My process -Oops! -Spark of interest  Sandi Coldwell -Swap Hostess -Thanks for coordinating Planning for UFO finishes -Quilted, but need binding -Completed tops Shout outs for new/listeners from the beginning Until next time...........

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A sunny day in March!! Charity quilt

Fabric Post Card (FPC) Swap

Quilty resolution update

Charity

QOV

plan closet organization

UFO

quilt #2 1st qtr

#3 quilt binding planning

New technique-Elmer's Glue

Sharon Schamber

binding-glue baste

longer/better results

Longarm Practice

whole cloth plan

FMQ design-

new Lynn Durbin- YouTube

Hexies

my little engine that could

Until next time...........

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This week: Apology * Listened to Tanesha's Podcast  -artsy inspiration  -journalling/sketching  -Outlander collaboration Charity Quilt  -Finished  -sewn binding  -ready to be mailed Post Card Swap  -Dbl secret  -Tried something new  -Hope swap partner will like Hexagon progress  -steady but slow progress Longarm practice plan  -blank canvas  -lots of ideas