tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5045426307379086704.post1804267144805245930..comments2024-03-29T07:51:45.350-07:00Comments on Cat Patches: Brains of JelloBarbarahttp://www.blogger.com/profile/05835208971743967582noreply@blogger.comBlogger22125tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5045426307379086704.post-49055496610643606572016-09-29T16:53:20.246-07:002016-09-29T16:53:20.246-07:00I own several of Ruth McDowell's books and hav...I own several of Ruth McDowell's books and have studied them to try to understand her technique. Your explanation has helped me a lot, regarding drawing lines to divide up the picture. I know Y seams are not wanted. Thanks for your descriptions and humor along the way. I can totally understand your frustration of feeling you were being left behind. Kudos for sticking up for yourself at the hotel. I so enjoy looking at your finished quilt now that I know the background process of creating it.Marlynhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/02805711168732837151noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5045426307379086704.post-28752090718713724272016-04-29T18:38:28.164-07:002016-04-29T18:38:28.164-07:00It does put you at a disadvantage to be in a class...It does put you at a disadvantage to be in a class with others who have taken it before. If was an advanced glass that should have been pointed out before you enrolled. It looks like a fun, but complicated technique. Like making your own paper piecing pattern. Katehttps://www.blogger.com/profile/02876375845688651131noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5045426307379086704.post-24035831395998163782016-04-29T16:13:09.501-07:002016-04-29T16:13:09.501-07:00Interesting. Sounds to me like something is wrong ...Interesting. Sounds to me like something is wrong with the class setup. Other students are taking the class again, why? They couldn't keep up? The project too elaborate for 2 days? The instructor told you to crop your photo, then you had to spend an hour getting it enlarged? Of course you are frustrated. Studio TBFhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/15546193989063778717noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5045426307379086704.post-4645675175697610492016-04-29T14:42:08.831-07:002016-04-29T14:42:08.831-07:00Gosh I'd have been brain dead by lunchtime! Lo...Gosh I'd have been brain dead by lunchtime! Love as always the way you take us readers into your life and experience in such an entertaining style even when the going gets tough. But you've written about it really clearly so the principles are there it's just a complicated process and design. But the end results will be truly unique. Jenny - the lilac cathttps://www.blogger.com/profile/05341506207731309678noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5045426307379086704.post-38035839190498400352016-04-29T12:50:48.252-07:002016-04-29T12:50:48.252-07:00Don't fret, I know you can do this and be all ...Don't fret, I know you can do this and be all the better for it. Behind is a relative term so really there is no behind everyone learns at a different rate and sews at their own pace. I can't wait to see what you create. crazy quilterhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/05732146613926403990noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5045426307379086704.post-3014357317155139702016-04-29T12:25:32.871-07:002016-04-29T12:25:32.871-07:00I dislike going to classes because 1. I hate drag...I dislike going to classes because 1. I hate dragging my sewing machine and supplies back & forth (lost an open toe applique foot once & haven't been back since) 2. I always fall behind. I'm trying to soak in what the technique is yet trying to keep up with my sewing. Every class I took (except one-beginner's quilt) I never finished....one class they were sweet enough to go into overtime and help 3 of us laggers to finish. I'm quiet and shy so I don't speak up like I should. Oh well....I love books and you tube and how to dvd's but I know it's not the same.I feel for you and hope today was betterNatureluvr57https://www.blogger.com/profile/14487510996211307516noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5045426307379086704.post-61820629041523440032016-04-29T09:23:45.219-07:002016-04-29T09:23:45.219-07:00Hmmm...others went off to work on their quilt and ...Hmmm...others went off to work on their quilt and you went off and gave us a clear and fascinating description of your class. You definitely have me interested in the technique. And remember...you are working at a distinct disadvantage because you are used to having two quilting assistants.Sally Trudehttps://www.blogger.com/profile/11412466214275694996noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5045426307379086704.post-53870795405080760762016-04-29T08:44:16.043-07:002016-04-29T08:44:16.043-07:00This looks a lot like a book I have 'Nature...This looks a lot like a book I have 'Nature's Patterns' by Joyce Becker - but she uses less 'lines'. Sounds like this should be a class with 10-12 students so more hands on teacher time can be given. Hang in there sweetie - we all work at our own pace. Vroomans' Quiltshttps://www.blogger.com/profile/07258050499246235109noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5045426307379086704.post-76037756369799972522016-04-29T08:12:19.298-07:002016-04-29T08:12:19.298-07:00Wow Barbara,! I am really impressed with what you...Wow Barbara,! I am really impressed with what you are doing. Very complicated. You explained very clearly the steps involved. Hang in there, I am sure you'll have a better day today😉 wishing you a "light on" moment. BTW. I love all the photos you post. ThanksQuilting gram211https://www.blogger.com/profile/11578547973273125427noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5045426307379086704.post-20057020836945452852016-04-29T07:34:20.958-07:002016-04-29T07:34:20.958-07:00Honestly Barbara, this is the BEST blog post I hav...Honestly Barbara, this is the BEST blog post I have read in a long time. Total reality! I felt your frustration, understood the close to tears part, loved your descriptions, was saying "you go girl" when talking to the motel receptionist... what a day! But you really spoke from your heart and the reality of taking an advanced class where you are there to learn something completely out of your comfort zone and not just there for giggles, laughter and friendship comes through in your written words. I did laugh with you and felt your frustration and I hope writing your blog helped you to sleep good last night, having vented to those of us who have been there, done that in the past. And am so glad you didn't stay up and sew last night. Can't wait for the next post and as always, love the pictures and graphic descriptions. Am alternating being envious of your class and glad it isn't me!! Rosyquilterhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/02477872396324659586noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5045426307379086704.post-85944712820719027882016-04-29T07:06:23.788-07:002016-04-29T07:06:23.788-07:00Hang in there! Today will be SO much better!!!!Hang in there! Today will be SO much better!!!!Louhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/09858846618887701750noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5045426307379086704.post-16467929023280887732016-04-29T07:02:26.380-07:002016-04-29T07:02:26.380-07:00Barbara, I feel your pain! I once took a class wit...Barbara, I feel your pain! I once took a class with a similar technique but left after the first day.....I couldn't deal with all the little pieces. So good for you! You have lots of experience with piecing so I know you can do this and the result will be smashing. Thanks, as always, for sharing.Ellenhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/01757771950377879113noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5045426307379086704.post-49555828665746596302016-04-29T05:35:59.710-07:002016-04-29T05:35:59.710-07:00Wow -- thanks for giving us a peek at your class e...Wow -- thanks for giving us a peek at your class experience. I'm not sure I would've been able to get as far as you did. Cool concept, but would definitely take some thinking. I agree with the other comments -- you got this. You go! piecefulwendyhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/02256164519304112032noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5045426307379086704.post-58759904960008622582016-04-29T05:31:47.877-07:002016-04-29T05:31:47.877-07:00reminds of me EQ, do you have that?
reminds of me EQ, do you have that?<br />beaquilterhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/09854296867039522197noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5045426307379086704.post-72156107310959205582016-04-29T05:15:08.796-07:002016-04-29T05:15:08.796-07:00Hang in there...you can do this. I have seen your...Hang in there...you can do this. I have seen your detailed projects and know you can. Love your photo and the story, so it will be worth the learning curve....the piecing curve :)Debbiehttps://www.blogger.com/profile/14418828972427644899noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5045426307379086704.post-26107372678298345562016-04-29T05:14:23.744-07:002016-04-29T05:14:23.744-07:00I'm right there with you, confused and lost. I...I'm right there with you, confused and lost. I'm sure you'll get it though, hopefully lots of sleep and food will have you ready to go for day 2. Don't compare yourself to the others, especially if they're more familiar with the technique. Dana Gaffneyhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/02023202806714127984noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5045426307379086704.post-22909372688745974692016-04-29T04:44:48.371-07:002016-04-29T04:44:48.371-07:00Hope you have a better day today. This looks like ...Hope you have a better day today. This looks like an incredibly involved technique. I don't think I would be able to keep up in a class with it. I do think the chairs and the story behind them will make a great quilt. Good luck and try to have fun!Linda M @ Pieceful Kingdomhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/06747288018325637640noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5045426307379086704.post-89515739811462632382016-04-29T04:09:17.948-07:002016-04-29T04:09:17.948-07:00I do hope you have a better day today. I can see ...I do hope you have a better day today. I can see how this process could become incredibly frustrating, and the amount of detail in the chairs seems really daunting, especially as a first piece. Hopefully a new day will bring more clarity.Quilting Babciahttps://www.blogger.com/profile/16225825007525655805noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5045426307379086704.post-64487995377845301372016-04-29T04:02:18.551-07:002016-04-29T04:02:18.551-07:00Yikes! I hate that feeling. I like how you can an...Yikes! I hate that feeling. I like how you can analyze the situation and know what you need for yourself. It is obvious you are picking up on the technique and learning the elements. The chairs will makes a wonderful quilt. What a great shot to work from. With so many taking this clas a second time that does tell you two things; the class concepts need repeating and the teacher is good at explaining a very difficult technique that is worth learning. <br /><br />I'm looking forward to seeing you build your skills. <br />SJSMhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/16370080233134944653noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5045426307379086704.post-3694589949995985302016-04-29T00:25:35.280-07:002016-04-29T00:25:35.280-07:00Your explanations are clear Barbara but I do feel...Your explanations are clear Barbara but I do feel your frustration. I hope tomorrow sees it comes together-after some food and a good night's sleep. I love your choice of photo and the meaning behind the imagine.<br />Love her Heron and Chicken.<br />Hope you have a good day tomorrow.<br /><br />The class examples are fantaticMarlenehttps://www.blogger.com/profile/11035448151496133522noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5045426307379086704.post-37364681777361079132016-04-28T23:20:39.241-07:002016-04-28T23:20:39.241-07:00What a fascinating class Barbara, I think your exp...What a fascinating class Barbara, I think your explanations of what you have been doing are very clear so you have definitely got the hang of the logic behind the technique even if it doesn't feel like it. It us very frustrating to feel that you have to ask for attention that seems to be freely given elsewhere I hope that improves for you in the next session.<br /><br />Thanks for linking up to New to Me too. I can't wait to see the end result of your class.Celtic Thistlehttps://www.blogger.com/profile/07033484481693226138noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5045426307379086704.post-11524939912773038332016-04-28T23:20:26.266-07:002016-04-28T23:20:26.266-07:00What a fascinating class Barbara, I think your exp...What a fascinating class Barbara, I think your explanations of what you have been doing are very clear so you have definitely got the hang of the logic behind the technique even if it doesn't feel like it. It us very frustrating to feel that you have to ask for attention that seems to be freely given elsewhere I hope that improves for you in the next session.<br /><br />Thanks for linking up to New to Me too. I can't wait to see the end result of your class.Celtic Thistlehttps://www.blogger.com/profile/07033484481693226138noreply@blogger.com