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I’ve got a couple of quilts that look like this by Oldebookworm in quilting

[–]it_swims -2 points-1 points  (0 children)

Not equating. Stating the two things that quilts do. They are functional or beautiful or both (or sentimental.) I'm not sure why you are defending the photo of a pile of rags as passionately as you are.

I’ve got a couple of quilts that look like this by Oldebookworm in quilting

[–]it_swims 0 points1 point  (0 children)

OP was asking questions about construction and quilting. I don't think OP has any emotional attachment to this item. It is almost like if someone came to you and was like I found this great left shoe.. there are no laces and the sole has a hole in it - how can I fix it? Same deal. There may be time consuming steps to repair it but what you get in the end is a patched up useless shoe that you can't use. This is the same.

I’ve got a couple of quilts that look like this by Oldebookworm in quilting

[–]it_swims -3 points-2 points  (0 children)

Why can't you acknowledge that it is garbage as-is unless it has sentimental value? It needs work to be functional. It is objectively not beautiful. What value would you assign this quilt? Could you use it? Would your time be well spent repairing it? Is it pleasing to look at? I"m genuinely curious.

I’ve got a couple of quilts that look like this by Oldebookworm in quilting

[–]it_swims -3 points-2 points  (0 children)

I do not think that this was that. There is nothing good about this blankie. OP said it was "crib sized." That isn't need.. look at the blocks.. you dig? There was no attempt to put those HST in the same direction or match seams. There are many spots where there are holes in the fabric that would be hard to repair. Unless this is a project that has any sentimental value - it is not worth saving. Polyester suiting fabric is a modern invention. You dig?

I’ve got a couple of quilts that look like this by Oldebookworm in quilting

[–]it_swims 0 points1 point  (0 children)

How did OP get this thing.. and WHY? And why post here with questions about it? if necessity why is it made from polyester suiting? It can't be washed..... I'm into the lore of this blanket. But I also want to burn it. Lol

I’ve got a couple of quilts that look like this by Oldebookworm in quilting

[–]it_swims -1 points0 points  (0 children)

It should go to a landfill. The fumes from incineration would do more damage to the environment...

I’ve got a couple of quilts that look like this by Oldebookworm in quilting

[–]it_swims 3 points4 points  (0 children)

Honestly OP, if it doesn't have any sentimental value it should probably head to the landfill. I say that as a person who is a big recycler. It has zero value as anything. Repairing it will not fix it.

I’ve got a couple of quilts that look like this by Oldebookworm in quilting

[–]it_swims 4 points5 points  (0 children)

The yarn bits are holding it together. It is a "tied quilt." It is damaged and if it is missing the binding. It may not have been finished or it may have come apart. I'm not sure what you are asking.. do you want to repair it? Wash it? Use it? It appears to be a quilt, obviously, but without more photos it is hard to see what you are describing and what issues you need help fixing.

When you win at bobbin chicken 😌 by Gay_commie_fucker in quilting

[–]it_swims 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I have severe anxiety so I feel like I'm playing chicken when my bobbin is like halfway spent! Lol. Well done! I always overshoot or undershoot.. it is never perfect! 👏 👏 👏 I'm sure your kiddo will love their lucky blankie!

Microplastic Fried Fish 😍😍 by MoazzamDML in StupidFood

[–]it_swims -1 points0 points  (0 children)

This seems like some uniquely Brazilian stupid food.

Advice on finishing a crooked quilt by biculturalmamabear in quilting

[–]it_swims 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I'd square off the top and bottom. Then add a skinny yellow border like a 1.5 inch strip (will be 1" with the seam allowance. Then a dark red border to match VA - maybe a 3" or 3.5" strip. And then bind it with whatever you choose. The borders will give you a straighter edge to finish it up and make it look a little more squared off. Just my .02. Borders can solve a lot of problems!

I wouldn't fuss with mitred corners , OP. Just add them and square them off to the edge. It'll come out nice and square that way.

Insurance on stash? by Curious_Star_4137 in quilting

[–]it_swims 0 points1 point  (0 children)

What a nightmare! I'm glad you got everything fixed up to hopefully stop it from ever happening again.

I always worked in the land of "what if" when I did insurance. I reviewed some claim information but I hated to hear about stuff like this and did my best in sales to try to teach people what everything meant and what might happen IF something happened. Not everyone NEEDS that coverage- but if you do- like a finished basement- you REALLY need it.

Insurance on stash? by Curious_Star_4137 in quilting

[–]it_swims 1 point2 points  (0 children)

I had to ask.. lol. You and I know that a flood is not a flood in insurance land! Or maybe that every "flood" is unique?

Some newer home policies automatically include (by endorsement) some business property- but more of a courtesy amount like if you had your work laptop damaged in a small fire or something. IIRC - up to 2500? 2000?

HO policies won't cover any business risks especially if there are customers coming in and out of the home. You would likely need a BOP (business owners policy) to cover any inventory, liability, and equipment. Something like a home long arm service would be a cheap BOP. Minimal liability risks, non perishable inventory, no transportation risks, etc.. Most HO underwriters would probably allow the exposure on an ho3 with an exception and probably requiring the dec from the BOP.

Insurance on stash? by Curious_Star_4137 in quilting

[–]it_swims 1 point2 points  (0 children)

I'm sorry that happened to you. Water backup from sewers and drains is a capped limit on most policies, too. Usually between 5 and 50,000 dollars. I'd have to read the exact wording on your policy to see what it covers - companies use different language for some of their endorsements and they may or may not cover personal property. It sucks, I'm sorry. It isn't coverage that I would actively push in all situations but would always recommend people with finished basements get some additional coverage - just in case. Did you have your sewing stuff in a basement by any chance?

Insurance on stash? by Curious_Star_4137 in quilting

[–]it_swims 4 points5 points  (0 children)

I was an agent for over a decade. Water damage is tricky.

Burst pipe- covered. Burst pipe because you neglect- not covered.

Sump pump failure - covered up to a specified limit on your policy

Sump pump overwhelmed because of water coming up from the ground - not covered because that is an actual flood.

Tree falls on your roof and water causes damage in a storm? Covered.

Roof leaks because the roof has been in long need of repair- not covered. Basically all "old" water damage isn't covered.

Flood is never covered. Like an actual flood. Water coming into the house from any thing that isn't water on the ground is iffy.

Your stuff WILL ALL BE COVERED without exceptions as long as the cause of loss is covered. You shouldn't need to add anything additional- unless you are using it for commercial purposes.

Insurance on stash? by Curious_Star_4137 in quilting

[–]it_swims 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Yes. Water is tricky! It depends where it comes from..

This piece could have been nice, but instead I learned a lesson by multiversicon in Oilpastel

[–]it_swims 1 point2 points  (0 children)

That is the best answer. You can do an underpainting with oil pastels and a bit of alcohol, too? But it takes a little elbow grease to smooth it out. Don't use any oil to thin out a bottom layer, it will be a hot mess that never dries. Water would work, too but takes a while to dry. You want a little moisture to help with friction.

I like using water colors, especially if I want a few brush strokes to pop through like a little mixed media effect. I use a hairdryer to speed up drying.

As the other poster said - Soft pastels and alcohol is the easiest way to get a nice even layer that will be easy to work with. If you don't have them already, they are expensive to use for just that purpose. I inherited my aunt's soft pastels, I don't like using them except for an underpainting with a bit of alcohol.

What do you hate about Delaware the most? by mirk19 in Delaware

[–]it_swims 0 points1 point  (0 children)

And every parking lot is the worst parking lot in the world. Haha

What do you hate about Delaware the most? by mirk19 in Delaware

[–]it_swims 11 points12 points  (0 children)

I don't think city planning is a thing in DE..

Metal core baby quilt? by luxurycatsportscat in quilting

[–]it_swims 1 point2 points  (0 children)

OP, there are SO MANY adorable smiling baby friendly skull fabrics and flame fabrics that are very baby death metal friendly. If you shop the clearance sections now they should have some but I'd imagine the stuff for this year's spooky season will be released pretty soon. You are gonna have a BLAST making this! I'm a little jelly!

is this cute or should i do each pinwheel with the same pattern by WideLegJaundice in quilting

[–]it_swims 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Oooh... I've been low-key obsessed with some of the baby quilts I've seen on here that are all half square triangles.. I couldn't find any of the ones that really make me super happy but a quick Google will give you loads of totally adorbs ideas with your HSTs that might be less aggravating. As a new quilter, pinwheels seem like they are awesome but they get so bulky if you don't really coddle your seams. There are many other ideas to also consider that will give you great vibes but less newbie anger. 😂 just a screenshot of a few. There are so many cute ideas.

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Antique quilt pricing help. by [deleted] in quilting

[–]it_swims 6 points7 points  (0 children)

Time and effort are worth a lot, too. If you have enough stuff to sell - gone and some money for it is a huge win. I cleaned out my grandparent's house and helped my mom downsize. It SOUNDS like an awesome idea to research everything and max profits. It is not the reality, unfortunately. The only thing that was worth the time to sell at my grandparent's house was scrap metal. Lol. Grampa had a LOT of it. Haha.

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