New to the hobby

I am new to the hobby and wanted to know some of your thoughts on my latest design. please comment.

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nzlstar*

I went ... it's a different version of "MySpace" and apparently, the more "hits" they get, they win something.

I didn't see a durn thing to be impressed 'bout. Junk, just junk.

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SewVeryCreative

ROFLMAO I knew this was SPAM before I ever opened it - come on Gals, you knew it too!

What quilter in their right mind would say, "New to the hobby"?????????

It would be more like, "My new addiction" - or, "Another one hooked"

Quilting is NOT a "hobby"

I have to tell you gals a funny, I took my mother (well, I was having withdrawals and post surgery I can't drive for the next two to three weeks so I begged her to drive me to my LQS) so anyway, I get mom into the quilt shop for the first time. Ok, she's a knitter. She used to sew when I was a little kid. She loves to look at quilts and she appreciates what they involve and she's darned impressed that I have the talent and capability.....yada, yada, yada - but I know you gals have seen this happen

she walks in....... her breathing pattern changes rapidly.........the eyes get very large, pupils dilate..........she is awe struck by all the fabrics being organized by color....................she is enthralled by all the different shades of red..................and then all the different shades of purples...................and then she sees all the baby quilts.................and then she sees a huge Amish quilt hanging on the wall................and then she begins to mutter uncontrollably..................then when words start coming out of her mouth again, they are just this repetitive refrain...... "Tina, this is an awful store. Tina, this store is just awful. Tina, why do you come in this store. Tina, I'm so glad I'm not a quilter, I'd spent every last dime I had on fabric. Tina, why did you bring me to this store. Tina, this store is just awful. What a terrible store, how do you keep from buying everything. Oh look at this baby stuff Tina. Oh my. Oh my Tina this is a terrible store." As the LQS local regulars watched, and listened to mother drivvle on....big smiles began to spread across their faces, the knowing looks were exchanged, the winks to me.........

My mother's bill was larger than mine when we left the LQS, she's signed up for the newsletter, the email list, the sales flyer, the frequent buyers card, the class schedule, the guild meetings.............................................................

another one bites the dust.....she just could never understand............. it is definitely NOT a "hobby"

hugs to my fellow addicts T> I went ... it's a different version of "MySpace" and apparently, the more

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Tina

I think quilting has progressed to a lifestyle! Hobby??? Phooey!!!

Leslie, Missy & The Furbabies in MO.

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Leslie & The Furbabies in MO.
*sigh*

You're right ... not a single quilter I know (even the newbs) calls it a "hobby."

But for the record, hubby DOES call it a hobby ... but never if I'm within earshot!! :)

I just LOVE your story!! I tried the same with my mom ... and only managed to talk her into buying an SM - and then we moved 'bout 2000 miles before I could teach her to quilt. I don't know if that machine was ever taken out of it's box! Chances are, she sent it off to Goodwill ....

But, really, that's what I'd always hoped for with my mom!! I am so happy for you!! That is truly a dream come true!! Just beautiful!!! :)

Happy dancin' for Tina!! (((((((Tina)))))))

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SewVeryCreative

I heard that word 'hobby' back in the summer. Fellow said his wife was going to be miserable when she retired because she didn't have a hobby like mine. He seems to equate quilting with making baseball caps out of empty beer cans. (I've seen it done.) Anyhow . . . I didn't defend or attempt to educate him. Just not enough there to work with. Polly

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Polly Esther

You just MAADDDEEE my day.

Butterfly (good to hear you were able to get out, too)

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Butterflywings

On Fri, 16 Nov 2007 20:41:34 -0600, Tina wrote (in article ):

ROTFLOL!

Maureen

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Maureen Wozniak

Tina, congratulations! ;D You did a good thing -- it's never too late to convert someone. LOL! Now sign her up for RCTQ ....

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Sandy

I just visited the two best quilt shops in Tucson yesterday, and having spent far more than I should but leaving with far less fabric than I wanted........I know just what you mean!!!

Quilting is truly an addiction. And though I finally managed to give up smoking after 45 years of it, I would never give up my quilting!

Speaking of smoking, I have been less active than usual here because sitting at the computer was one place I smoked a lot, and I deliberately altered much of my life and habits for the past few months to reinforce my "quit."

And the quilt I hope to finish today should be the last one that has to have a Febreze wash to remove the smoke smell. Oh, Joy! Oh, Bliss! Goodbye, tobacco, and hello freedom!

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Carolyn McCarty

May pass through Tuscon at the end of the month - which are the two best quilt shops please?

Well done Carolyn, that really is a great achievement. Hope you reap all the benefits of being smoke free :-)

Lizzy

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Lizzy Taylor

Thanks for the support, Lizzy. It's a wonderful feeling!

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Carolyn McCarty

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Pat in Virginia

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