Monday Quilt Chat 7-22-24 | How to Store Charm Squares | What Do I Do All Day?

[@LindaManship]

I’m glad I wasn’t the only one who was confused on the sashing. Thanks again Sherri

[@janesturm]

Glad you were able to enjoy your trip. We all need some time to relax. Thank you for the storage suggestions, all useful. I always enjoy your videos.

[@lessonslearnt5966]

You are so welcome! Thanks for watching! 👍🏻

[@michellejaggard9657]

Our area has been very dry. My husband goes out to the front porch and watch the doves several times during the day and mentioned that the birds were hurting for water. I bought 2 inexpensive birdbaths to give him during the Amazon Sale. He was very happy! We had to water the ground to make it soft enough to get the legs of the bird bath in for 2 days! Got them set up and it rained the next 3 days!!! Guess that's how things go. No birds at the bird bath yet but at some point they will.

[@lessonslearnt5966]

It takes a minute for them to feel comfortable enough to approach a new feeder or bath. You all will enjoy that so much!

[@jeanniebrown82]

Home Goods also has these refrigerator containers. Thanks for discussing these options for storing charm packs. It is very helpful.

[@lessonslearnt5966]

Yes they do! You’re welcome and thanks for watching ❤️

[@beverlykiesel6007]

Thank you for another fun, great chat! Hugs from Florida!

[@lessonslearnt5966]

Glad you enjoyed it!

[@gailnash298]

I love jelly rolls! In fact last Friday you showed my Quilt As You Go shopper tote in Jungle Paradise fabric! Easy to work with. Sew many gorgeous patterns and projects made with jelly rolls. Don't give up on jelly rolls! They are fun!

[@lessonslearnt5966]

I think I was traumatized by my very first experience with one 🤦🏼‍♀️

[@darlenesloniger1934]

It is a Low Buy July for me! Found the perfect fabric for the borders of my temperature quilt and was afraid it would be gone by August. So I pulled the trigger on it. But that was very restrained for me. LOL But I am proud of myself for not random buying the "pretty" fabric for no particular reason. Love the show!

[@lessonslearnt5966]

Wonderful! You’re doing great!

[@paulacox902]

Enjoy your videos!

[@lessonslearnt5966]

Glad you like them! Thanks for watching ❤️

[@jennyharris2993]

Sew yeah has to have all of those sales all the time because they have all those families to support

[@lessonslearnt5966]

You’re not kidding 😄

[@karin0963]

Happy belated birthday! Welcome to the club. I've been catching up on videos in my "watch later" list. My husband is taking me on 2 week vacation to CO mountains in mid August. I hardly ever take time off work to go somewhere. We've got some campsites reserved for tent camping and some lodges. Maybe I'll bring some cross stitch with me for the car ride.

[@lessonslearnt5966]

Have a wonderful vacation!

[@jojorey6886]

Your blocks are beautiful; I love the fabric and color combination, very soft but vibrant if that’s possible.

[@lessonslearnt5966]

Thank you so much!

[@deniseb9171]

I got my mom's plastic tub cabinet and keep my layer cakes and charm packs in individual drawers. It has 6 tubs. I got those clear bins from Target but are only about 10 - 12 inches long by 5 inches.

[@gailg129]

Can't wait to see the Wednesday project! Have a good number of vegas strips and would love to use 1 up. I have made one apron and have the fabric out to make another. No buy July has been very good for me. Now to resist in August 😂

[@joanpledge4695]

Missouri Star Quilt Co. also has fabric storage bags with dividers for precuts. That is what I use for charm squares & layer cakes. They have 2 or 3 different sizes.

[@lessonslearnt5966]

Great tip!

[@quiltgram3056]

Hi Sherri, I am enjoying this video so much. I hopped over to Karen Brown's video using your link. I was astounded learning how to use foam core for drawer dividers!!! I wouldn't have ever considered this material to be sturdy enough to use for dividers. What a genius idea and so easy. Also, it's the perfect solution for storing my thread. I quilt using my domestic machine and use Aurifil spools 1300-yard size. And, I have many colors over time as I quilt all of my own. I finally settled on using baggies to sort by color and prevent unraveling thread. Oh yes, I had tried to conquer the fractious threads many ways prior to this method. THIS idea is absolutely amazing and the perfect solution for my thread storage. Much thanks to you and love all of your videos.

[@lessonslearnt5966]

Oh I’m so happy this will work for you!

[@suestring]

I store charm packs in the old wooden CD holders- they just fit and you can sit it vertically or horizontally.

[@lessonslearnt5966]

Perfect!

[@BeckyMortonWeeks]

Awesome you were able to get away!

[@tearose3763]

I also use the acrylic boxes in a few different sizes..love them. I use them standing up and also sitting down, theyre handy for sure and pretty and see through. Love your pat sloan blocks, your hair looks pretty as always….pink a great color for you. Always love seeing your videos! Have a blessed week❤️♥️❤️..i have only caved once. Im hanging in there! Awww, that art quilt very beautiful! Joanna figauroa has a great template starch method with freezer paper, my favorite method for sure. Night night!

[@lessonslearnt5966]

I’ll have to look that appliqué method up soon

[@anncantlin9710]

I had 46 rentals that I managed as a Realtor for 10 years and it finally came to and end. I was so glad to see the end.

[@lessonslearnt5966]

I can’t imagine that many. Our original plan was to have 10, but we only made it to 2

[@beckysouk2510]

Thanks for posting!! I def missed you this morning.

[@lessonslearnt5966]

Aww…thanks for staying up!

[@stitchpenniesofficial]

I’m still fabric free for July. Thankfully it’s been too hot to think about it, really, and I’ve been lucky to have lots of time with my grandson as his mama is in school and needs a little extra support just now.

[@lessonslearnt5966]

Woohoo! Have fun with that grandson!

[@nece58]

I rarely take sewing when hubby and I go off. I don't like to take away from our time. I had to giggle about the late night screen time! I confession do it!

[@clohrstorfer5986]

I use the clear plastic shoe boxes to store 5 x 5” squares or charmers.

[@lessonslearnt5966]

Good idea!

[@donnar.9244]

Very nice campground, I’ve camped there in our 5th wheel. Might go again this Fall

[@patricialeshkow6387]

Oh my. I hadn't paid attention to different sizes of sashing. I already had to pull jack out to correct the first error. I didn't see the sashing for the first row, and I sewed all blocks together, thinking the border strip is all I needed.

[@lessonslearnt5966]

It’s so easy to make that mistake!

[@evelynelliott4485]

Get the book! That's not fabric, so I think you're good.❤

[@lessonslearnt5966]

Oh thank you! I think I may.

[@karenbrunette6314]

Glad you enjoyed your getaway. What type of machine do you have? Does it have sped control? How big is the throat space? I desperately need another machine with a larger throat space.

[@lessonslearnt5966]

I have the Baby Lock Jazz 2 for the bigger throat space. It’s great, but it’s a mechanical only. If you want speed control and thread cutter you should totally consider the Baby Lock Allegro. It’s a bit of a jump in price, but would be worth it for your needs.

[@yvetteheartso3406]

I NEED an idea for both of those bundles.

[@lessonslearnt5966]

Stay tuned!

[@anncantlin9710]

I just lost one of my sons and it brings to mind how short life is.

[@lessonslearnt5966]

Oh I’m sorry 😢 you are so correct about life being short and we should make the very best of it every day.

[@jannmier3487]

What is a Vegas strip? MY IMAGINATION IS GOING CRAZY?

[@lessonslearnt5966]

Haha! Sew Yeah Quilting based in Las Vegas has created their own unique precut called Vegas Strips. It’s a pack of around 21 - 6.5” x WOF strips usually from a particular line of fabric, but sometimes they put together some blender packs.

[@LindaManship]

Can you recommend a good quilting book that has easy directions to follow?

[@lessonslearnt5966]

I’ll look into it.

[@anncantlin9710]

I don’t know if you have two Ann’s but my question was where do I find a charm square subscription that you like?

[@lessonslearnt5966]

Pretty sure it was a different Ann. I used to have one through Annie’s Kits, but they no longer have it. I’m not sure where to find one.

[@marinaabad4995]

What I can't find is storage for layer cakes. Can't find 10 x 10 inch or 11 x 11 inch or 12 x 12 inch sized storage containers. Anyone has suggestions? Why Spanish speaking church? Interesting.

[@lessonslearnt5966]

We both learned Spanish in high school and there was a need to help out. Having a little background with the language, we felt we maybe could do some good there. It has been such a blessing.

[@karencooley6723]

Did you cut your hair again? It’s looking good!

[@lessonslearnt5966]

No, my hair is ever changing with the weather. 😄 I never know what I’ll get after washing it.

[@deloresrast8543]

I have failed miserably at no buy July!!!!

[@lessonslearnt5966]

But you’ve used a LOT of stash!

[@hollyallen1065]

So you speak and understand Spanish language…. 🎉🎉

[@lessonslearnt5966]

Yes ma’am

[@lindajones7643]

I'm still not buying! Yeahh🎉

[@lessonslearnt5966]

👏🏻👏🏻👏🏻

[@anncantlin9710]

Go buy your book , life is short

[@lessonslearnt5966]

👍🏻

[@darlenesloniger1934]

What is a vegas strip?

[@lessonslearnt5966]

Sew Yeah Quilting in Las Vegas Pre-Cut strips 6.5” x WOF

[@DeborahCo-d2h]

I love jelly rolls and I have no interest in sew yeah, to each his own .

[@lessonslearnt5966]

I think that’s awesome! 👏🏻 Thanks for speaking your mind…I love that!