I Love My Accuquilt

About the author: Penny Halgren
http://www.QuiltBlockLibrary.com
Penny has been a quilter for more than 27 years. She enjoys exploring all aspects of quilting and sharing her knowledge with others. A new endeavor is http://www.QuiltBlockLibrary.com which provides hundreds of traditional patchwork quilt block patterns.

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Frequently Asked Questions

1. QUESTION:
   I need a easy quilt block pattern?
   that can be used for a community project...
   people of all ages will be coming in to our little recently reopened library (closed 36 yrs!) and sewing a block
   or two to be assembled for a future fund raiser quilt. The focus fabric is modas natures splendor ..with the butterflies and dragon flies etc..kind of a large print, that calls out to be highlighted.

   • ANSWER:
     At www.byannie.com there is a pattern called a wicked easy quilt and, honestly, it is wicked easy. Once you put the squares together the quilt looks very complicated. Anyone could make this square: it is so simple. You could use some of the main fabric in each block and then use many different coordinating fabrics and be cute and scrappy.

     http://www.byannie.com/images/wickedly_easy_quilts_patterns.pdf

2. QUESTION:
   I need a light house quilt block pattern?
   I am looking for several options of lighthouse quilt blocks, especially an easy pieced pattern, that can be found online. I have some paper pieced and applique from quilterscache, but need some easier ones for beginner quilters. Thanks!
   Specifically, I'm looking for one that is NOT paper pieced or foundation pieced or appliqued. Those are too scary for my newbie quilting friends. Thanks!

   • ANSWER:
     I couldn't find any pieced lighthouse blocks that didn't use foundation, but you could try creating your own. Make a simple rail fence block for the base and the background, then make a one seam flying geese for a pointy top. Add a square to either side to match the background, and you're done.

     Here's a link to the one seam flying geese (there's a PDF tutorial - it's amazingly easy!):
     http://piecemealquilts.wordpress.com/2008/10/12/one-seam-dimensional-flying-geese/

     Make the geese first so you know how wide to make the base. You could even make the base in alternating strips to give the lighthouse dimension, or make it slightly angled instead of straight up and down.

     Here - check this link to see how I made a basic pieced lighthouse block using the one seam flying geese:
     http://piecemealquilts.wordpress.com/2008/10/13/pieced-lighthouse-block/

3. QUESTION:
   Crazy Quilt or Traditional Block Quilt?
   I'm 20 and I'm going to make my very first quilt. I have dreamt about doing one for years now. I cannot decide which type of quilt to make. Which do you think will be easier for a beginner? The type of block quilt I want to make is without a pattern and with unique materials, not one block the same. Is quilting easier than it looks too?

   • ANSWER:
     Crazy quilts were immensely popular in the late 1800's as a way of showing off women's needlework skills. They are heavily embellished with embroidery, lace, buttons, etc. Crazy quilts are not as easy as they may appear. It requires real planning to assemble crazy quilt blocks. Instead, I'd recommend starting with something a little easier. It doesn't have to be a traditional block, but you could incorporate the freeform appearance of crazy quilts with the modern fabrics and styles of today's quilts. Check out the following Flickr groups for photos of quilts that might appeal to you:
     http://www.flickr.com/groups/freshmodernquilts/pool/
     http://www.flickr.com/groups/2009coinquiltpiecealong/pool/
     http://www.flickr.com/groups/mqa/pool/
     http://www.flickr.com/groups/modsamplerquiltalong/pool/
     http://www.flickr.com/groups/denyseschmidtquilts/pool/

4. QUESTION:
   How do I make a tumbling block quilt.?
   I would like to make a quilt for my baby boy. I just got a new sewing machine, and have bought my fabrics and supplies.

   The only instructions I can find online are saying to use the diamond cloth pieces as well as the triangle ones. I would rather just use all diamond pieces.

   Does anyone know a good/easy way to do this. Or a website that I can find the information on.

   Also, I purchased cotton quilting thread, but didn't realize that it was for "HAND" quilting. Will this still work in my sewing machine?

   • ANSWER:
     Here you go for the pattern: http://equiltblocks.com/cgi-bin/block.cgi?name=Tumbling_Blocks_t.gif&path=./other/

     I don't know about the thread.

5. QUESTION:
   I am looking for a product called Fun-dation. it is a transparent paper for quilting?
   This is a transparent quilt block piecing material. I only want the Fun-dation, the others are not as good. It makes foundation piecing for quilting easier. JoAnn's used to carry it, but they do not anymore. HELP.

   • ANSWER:
     Yes Joann fabrics used to carry fun-dation, they discontinued it last year, but you can also use joanns light weight non fussible interfacing, which you can cut down and put thru your printer and use for foudation paper piecing, i have used it myself and seen many other quilters use it, it works great, just an option, if not you can go to http://softexpressions.com/software/notions/Fundation.php and order it there.

6. QUESTION:
   I am making a quilt for a lady in our choir who has cancer. I need ideas though. Please help me?
   I was going to do a regular block quilt since it is the easiest for me. I was thinking of having some different scripture verses embroidered into some of the blocks that would help give her some strength in this hard time in her life. So what I need from you guys is some color ideas and some scriptures. Thanks!

   • ANSWER:
     1 Peter 5:7 (New Living Translation)
     Give all your worries and cares to God, for he cares about you
     Nahum 1:7
     The LORD is good, a refuge in times of trouble. He cares for those who trust in him,
     Isaiah 12:2
     Surely God is my salvation; I will trust and not be afraid. The LORD, the LORD, is my strength and my song; he has become my salvation."
     Philippians 4:13
     I can do everything through him who gives me strength.
     Psalm 145:20
     The LORD watches over all who love him,
     Psalm 57:10
     For great is your love, reaching to the heavens; your faithfulness reaches to the skies.
     1 John 3:1
     How great is the love the Father has lavished on us, that we should be called children of God!
     Philemon 1:3
     Grace to you and peace from God our Father and the Lord Jesus Christ.
     2 Peter 1:2
     Grace and peace be yours in abundance through the knowledge of God and of Jesus our Lord.
     Jude 1:2
     Mercy, peace and love be yours in abundance.

     You can go to biblegateway.com and put in a word (such as love, peace, care) and come up with bible verses.

     As for colors, etc. you might try to find out her favorite color or colors, also consider, unless you live in a big town, that the places to buy fabric might not have a big selection, so you might want to check out the store/stores first.
     Good luck! I'll pray for you and the lady in your choir.
     Oh, you can also put in which bible translation you want. The first one on here is New Living, but I believe the rest are New International Version
     I'm actually doing a block quilt right now, in 9 patch, and it is the easiest. Then you sew the blocks together.
     So, if you have a favorite color scheme, you could alternate the patches of 9, in it.

7. QUESTION:
   Mega quilt blocks - one block the size of a lap quilt - instructions, Patterns?
   I've seen a few of these lovely quilts that have huge quilt blocks that look like 50" square or larger - that's one quilt block. I like the look and would like to try my hand at them but I can't find instructions or patterns anywhere - except for the one mega log cabin I made:
   www.flickr.com/photos/lindielee/5655724006/in/photostream

   I'm afraid that if I try to enlarge a Bear Paw or Grandmas basket (for instance) that will come out all wonky and the prospect of doing the math is freaking me out - is there an easy way?
   http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ixY5JpH-NdE
   This is the size I'm looking for.

   • ANSWER:
     There's no reason an enlarged quilt block should come out wonky.

     Just do it on graph paper starting with the approximate size you want for the whole big-block:
     http://www.google.com/search?q=how+to+draft+quilt+blocks+graph+paper . Then use the measurements indicated on the graph paper to create your own pieces (using separate graph paper or not --and adding 1/4 seam allowances all around each piece only at that time).
     Or you can use a smaller block pattern and substitute a larger size for each pattern piece by multiplying a handy number (for example, a 2" square for a small block would become a 20" square for a large block if multiplying by ten).

     You'd just avoid adding any seam allowance numbers until you've already decided on the sizes of the pieces, to keep things simple.

     You could also print individual pieces for a quilt block you find online, but increase the size to 500% or whatever would give you the size you needed before printing (many of the pieces would be the same--you wouldn't have to print out the whole thing...but you would be limited to 11 x 8.5" for each piece).

     Let me see if I can find some already measured...you don't say if the block should be 50" or the block plus borders will be 50" though. And of course, the number of units in the block will probably need to be easily divided--e.g., 6 x 6 units for a Flower Basket, so a total of 48" to divide easily...or a 5 patch pattern for a total of 50 " with each piece 10"... or for a Bears Paw like your new link, that has a 7 x 7 grid so 49 would be a good "final size").

     ADDED LATER:
     Okay, here's one for a Bear Paw that's 35" (not big enough for you, but the search word I used was MEDALLION, added to the words Bear Paw block pattern, so you might want to do searches that include that word too):
     http://quilting.about.com/od/quiltpatternsprojects/ig/Free-Quilt-Block-Patterns/Bear-s-Paw-Quilt-Block-Pattern.htm
     And at one site they also call them "Big Quilt Blocks" so try that search term too:
     http://www.google.com/search?q=quilt+big+block+patterns
     http://quilting.about.com/lr/big_quilt_blocks/330348/2
     ...this one is 20" square, but you could multiply by 2 or 2.5:
     http://quilting.about.com/od/quiltpatternsprojects/ss/summer_baskets.htm
     http://www.google.com/images?q=quilt+big+block+patterns

8. QUESTION:
   How do I put a black 1 or 2 inch border ?
   I want to make a block quilt. On every block I want to add 1 or 2 inch black border. How do I do that? Do I add the border after I cut each block or do I do strips? I don't know how to add strips. Is there a really super easy directions in laymans terms somewhere on the internet I can check out? Thank you

   • ANSWER:
     Yeah, the border simply cut each block. It's always been that way and that's the way it doubtless will stay

9. QUESTION:
   What is the easiest way to transfer photo's onto a quilting square?
   I want to incorperate people's faces in a spring handmade quilt. Everyone at work has to make a 12 x 12 inch quilting block for the quilt. I want to put their faces in the middle of flowers. Also everyone has a piece of the same material they have to use in the block in some way to tie the whole quilt together.

   • ANSWER:
     There are two ways to do this. You can get photo transfer paper at most craft stores and office supply stores. You print the photo onto the paper, then iron it on to the fabric. Be sure to reverse the picture before printing if there is writing on it, otherwise it will be backward when you iron it on.

     The second (and far better) way is to use fabric sheets that have been treated to go through an inkjet printer. They are available at many craft stores. You print directly on the fabric, so it is much more durable than the iron on version. Be sure to read the instructions before you buy the product - some need to be heat set, some are machine washable, etc. A similar alternative is to buy Bubble Jet Set and Bubble Jet Rinse - products that you can use to create your own printer fabric. Iron it on to a piece of freezer paper to help it go through the printer easier.

10. QUESTION:
    Should I use a template when making a first crazy quilt?
    I'm planning on starting my first crazy quilt soon, and I was wondering whether it would be wise or not to use a crazy quilt block templates, or if I should just "freehand" it as I go along. I'd rather not use a template but since I've never done this before, I'm wondering if it would make things easier on me if did.

    Any thoughts from more experienced crazy quilters?

    • ANSWER:
      A crazy quilt is many different shape squares or triangle,etc pieced together. A template is not needed if you have a cutting board and a quilting ruler. You can sew all the pieces together lets say to what looks like 12" by 12". then take that square and place it on the cutting board and use your ruler to cut it to a perfect11 1/2 by 11 1/2 square. You can make as many squares or do it in triangles to make a lap quilt, twin quilt or whatever size you want. I have taken extra squares and triangles and put them together in a crazy quilt. It turned out perfect.then to finish it off take some material and make a 4 inch border and your done. You always make your squares with 1/2 inch allowance because you will be sewing them together and that is your 1/4 seam on both sides.

11. QUESTION:
    Need a pattern for an afghan to crochet as a throw?
    I want an easy and fun stitch to do. I have eight skeins of 100g, 253 yd Chenille yarn. I do not want to do blocks or strips. It is going to be for a five year old.
    Also, has anyone ever tried to do something to personalize an afhgan like this before? I was thinking something like a quilt block with her name on it in the center and then crocheting around the square until I reached the desired size. I am not really sure how I would do this, though. Any ideas for this, or maybe a different one??

    • ANSWER:
      Here's a crocheted afghan that my mother does. It's easy and it's one big piece rather than blocks or strips. I don't know about putting her name on it - just do it in her favorite colors. I wouldn't try to do a quilt block combined with the afghan, because you'd have to quilt the block, and then finish the edges, and then figure out a way to attach the yarn. After all is said and done, the first time you wash it you'll have a misshapen mess because the different components will shrink differently.

      Great Granny Rectangular Afghan
      Materials: Worsted weight yarn, 16 ounces each Color 1, Color 2, Color 3; 20 ounces Color 4 (Note: because yarn yardages of different brands vary considerably, on a large project such as an afghan it is advisable to buy an extra skein of each color to be sure you have enough of the same dye lot to complete the project); size H crochet hook or size needed for gauge.
      Gauge: With H hook, rectangle should measure approximately 5” X 15 ½” after 4th round is worked (the second Color 1 round).
      Note: Color sequence is Color 1, Color 2, Color 3, Color 4.
      Instructions: This afghan is made differently than the usual granny because it is rectangular rather than square. You will start the rectangle with a foundation row, then begin working in rounds in the same manner that a regular square is worked.
      Foundation Row: With Color 1, chain 48. Double crochet in 4th chain from hook, chain 1, skip 1, double crochet in next 3 chains, * chain 1, skip 1, double crochet in next 3 chains. Repeat from * across, ending skip 1, chain 1, half double crochet in last chain. Finish off Color 1.
      Round 1: With right side facing, join Color 2 with a slip stitch in chain 1 space at end of previous row, chain 3, work 2 double crochets in same space (chain 1, 3 double crochets) 3 times in same space, 3 double crochets in each space between groups to chain space at opposite end of Foundation Row, work (3 double crochets, chain 1) 4 times in end space, continue around working 3 double crochets in each space between groups. Join with a slip stitch, finish off Color 2.
      Round 2: Hold rectangle with right side facing and narrow end at top. Join Color 3 with a slip stitch in chain 1 corner space at right hand side of top. Chain 3, (2 double crochet, chain 1, 3 double crochets) all in same space (corner made); 3 double crochets between next 2 groups of double crochets (for end); (3 double crochets, chain 1, 3 double crochets) all in next chain 1 space (corner made); 3 double crochets between each group along side; (3 double crochets, chain 1, 3 double crochets) in next corner chain 1 space; 3 double crochets between next 2 groups; (3 double crochets, chain 1, 3 double crochets) all in next chain 1 space; 3 double crochets between each group along remaining side, join with a slip stitch to starting chain; finish off Color 3.
      Round 3: Again holding rectangle with right side facing and narrow end at top, join Color 4 with a slip stitch in chain 1 space of upper right corner; chain 3, 2 double crochets, chain 1, 3 double crochets in space; * 3 double crochets between each group along side, (3 double crochets, chain 1, 3 double crochets) in chain 1 space of next corner; repeat from * 3 times, 3 double crochets between each group along last side, join with a slip stitch to starting chain. Finish off Color 4.
      From now on: Continue to repeat Round 3, working 2 rounds in each color, then 3 rounds in each color; then 4 rounds in each color, etc. Work 2 more rounds in Color 4 to finish.
      Fringe: We put 1 tassel in each corner space and in each space between groups along the 2 narrow ends, a total of 58 tassels on each side. For each tassel you need 8 strands of Color 4, cut to 14” lengths. Hold all 8 strands together, fold in half. With crochet hook and wrong side of afghan facing you, pull folded end through corner or space, pull loose ends through folded end, and pull knot up tightly. Repeat in each space and each corner.

12. QUESTION:
    How do I attach, piece & block on my dresden plate quilt?
    I have my circles ready to attach to the 15" block. They are rounded on the ends. And already sewn in a circle. I do not know how I need to attach them to the block. They are pre-cut with a cicular edge so they are rough edged right now. I do not have my center circles attached yet. I thought I would turn them under and blind stitch them onto the block as the last step of block assembly. I thought about z close zig zag stitch around the edges with my machine, but I just don't know what to do. Please give me easy instructions. This is my first quilt

    • ANSWER:
      You can "applique" the Dresden Plates to the quilt blocks by hand or by machine. It's generally done by hand though using one of the "invisible" applique stitches.

      If you're saying that each "ray" of the finished pieced Dresden Plate has a rounded edge, you can still do it by hand or by machine.
      Check out some of the instructions/videos in this search:
      http://www.google.com/search?q=how+to+applique+Dresden+plate
      and these images of various kinds of Dresden Plates:
      http://www.google.com/images?q=Dresden+plate

13. QUESTION:
    What are some quilt blocks with set in seams and where can I find directions?
    I just started a quilt group and every month we draw what kind of block we are to make, we will then exchange blocks and have blocks for a sampler. We are using 1930's feed sack reproductions. My block type, that I drew out of the hat is 'set in seams' - what kind of blocks use set in seams and where can i get directions to make the block. I am new to quilting so an easier one and one that works well with 1930's would be great!

    • ANSWER:
      A set-in or partial seams works best if you mark where the seams will intersect and then stitch to the mark and not through it. Like this (click on figure f) - http://www.hgtv.com/decorating/lone-star-quilt/index.html

      This allows the block to be easily positioned for stitching to another.

      This tutorial may help - http://quilting.about.com/od/piecingtechniques/ss/partial_seams.htm

      This on-line yardage calculator is also handy - http://www.quiltbug.com/Articles/fabric-calculator.htm

      I have found this book to be a very good resource - http://www.amazon.com/Complete-Quilting-Better-Gardens-Crafts/dp/0696218569

14. QUESTION:
    Need help with my quilting blocks measurement?
    I'm making a memory quilt with pictures. I went on yahoo answers to figure out how to measure out the quilt block sizes. I was able to post a question on yahoo answers a lady was nice enough to help me out with my measurements. What I don't understand is how the lady rounded off the quilt size blocks. My answer when doing her steps with my calculator came to "16" X "14.55". The lady's answer came to 16.25" wide by 14.8" tall. What did she do differently than me? Help! I want to get started on my quilt!

    My Quilt Size Block Measurements:
    Quilt Size:
    "65" X "88"

    Border:
    1 inch border all-round

    Number of Squares:
    24 Squares:
     4 Across
     6 Down

    Measure the Squares:
    1. Minus 2 inches from the top and bottom sides.
    2. Minus 2 inches from the left and right sides.

    Square Measurements:
    Width: 65-2= 63
    Length: 88-2= 86

    Quilt Squares:
    "63" X "86"

    Figure Out Size of Each Square:
    Width: 4 Squares Across
    Length: 6 Squares Down

    Width Across:
    63÷ Number of Squares:
    63÷4= 15.75

    ¼ Extra Seam Allowance

    15.75 + ¼= 16

    Length Down:
    86÷ Number of Squares
    86÷6= 14.3

    ¼ Extra Seam Allowance

    14.3 + ¼= 14.55

    Width: 16
    Length: 14.55

    Here is what the lady did:
    First, subtract your border from the measurements: 65" minus 2" (1" each side) = 63", and 88" - 2" = 86". Now, divide the width without borders (63") by the number of squares across you want (4) to find how wide each finished square should be: 63" / 4 = 15.75", so the finished width of your block is 15.75". Do the same thing for the length: 86" total length / 6 squares down = 14.3", the finished height of the block. So, the finished size of your block should be 15.75" wide by 14.3" tall. When you cut your fabric, you need to allow extra fabric for seams, and in quilting it's usually a 1/4" more on each side, so you should cut your blocks 16.25" wide by 14.8" tall (you could cut your blocks 14 3/4" tall, if you want, and your quilt would finish about 1/2" shorter, but it would be much easier to measure). If you decorate the blocks, be careful and make sure that any designs are placed so that the long way of the block goes side to side, then sew them together the same way.

    • ANSWER:
      14.8 is not an accurate measurement for quilting.

      And you need to add .50" for a .25" seam on each side of the block.

      65/4 = 16.25
      88/6 = 14.667 Change to 14.75 for easier calculation.

      Add .50" for the .25" seams and each block now measures 16.75" x 15.25"

      Now you have to subtract the border (sashing for each block)

      Subtract 1" width and length and cutting measurements will be 15.75" x 14.25". The finished measurements will be 15.25" x 13.75"

      Cut the sashing strips at 1.50" and they will finish at 1".

      The quilt will finish at 65" x 88.5"

      I need an asprin!

      This is a handy site (as is graph paper) - http://www.quiltbug.com/Articles/fabric-calculator.htm

15. QUESTION:
    I need help figuring out quilt fabric measurements for a custom quilt?
    I am making a custom quilt for my son and am trying to figure out how many yards of each color fabric I need. I am by no means a mathematician so I am seeking assistance here. (I have made many quilts but all have been from common patterns and easy to figure out)

    The quilt is 8bit video game based (zelda in case you are wondering) so to get that old school effect I will be doing 2 inch squares for each block of the image. Which I believe means cutting each square at 2.5 inches to accommodate seams.

    These are the colors and number of squares for the main portion of the quilt:

    Silver: 31squares
    Copper: 9 squares
    Green: 50 squares
    Peach: 24 squares
    Brown: 55 squares
    L Brown: 16 squares
    Bronze: 20 squares

    I will just cut tons of the color going around the image so I do not need anything for that color.

    If anyone can help me I would be very greatful this will be his birthday present and am very excited to get started with it.

    • ANSWER:
      Yes, it does mean you'll be cutting 2.5" squares and sewing with 1/4" seams.

      Easy way to figure out this issue is to figure out how many 2.5" squares can you cut across the width of a standard quilting cotton -- let's say 42" for the sake of argument. 42"/2.5"= 16.8 squares. Round that down to 16 squares.

      So you're going to need
      2 2.5" strips to cut 31 squares. (silver)
      1 for copper
      4 for green
      2 for peach
      4 for brown
      1 for lt brown
      2 for bronze.

      Let's examine this a little more, from the reality of fabrics.
      1) yardage is typically sold in 1/8 yard increments, minimum 1/4 yard (1/8 yard = 4.5", 1/4 yard = 9")
      2) yardage is rarely cut straight. If you need 5", better buy 9"
      3) a little extra for mistakes in cutting is a good idea, particularly for beginners.

      Of those, the two colors that worry me are silver and lt brown... there's very little room for mistakes, so I'd kick those calculated number of strips up by 1 each:

      3 strips of silver = 7.5"
      1 of copper = 2.5"
      4 of green = 10"
      2 of peach = 5"
      4 of brown = 10"
      2 of lt brown = 5"
      2 of bronze = 5"

      You might be able to persuade a shop to sell you 1/8 yard of copper. More likely it'll be 1/4 yard.
      Buy 1/4 yard each of silver, peach, lt brown, bronze; 3/8 yards of green and brown.

      If you;'re going to be using those colors in the borders, bump them up some-- at least 1/8 yard more--... a little extra always makes the cutting go easier.

16. QUESTION:
    Need help with this simple math question regarding rounding?
    I'm making a memory quilt with pictures. I went on yahoo answers to figure out how to measure out the quilt block sizes. I was able to post a question on yahoo answers a lady was nice enough to help me out with my measurements. What I don't understand is how the lady rounded off the quilt size blocks. My answer when doing her steps with my calculator came to "16" X "14.55". The lady's answer came to 16.25" wide by 14.8" tall. What did she do differently than me? Help!

    My Quilt Size Block Measurements:
    Quilt Size:
    "65" X "88"

    Border:
    1 inch border all-round

    Number of Squares:
    24 Squares:
    4 Across
    6 Down

    Measure the Squares:
    1. Minus 2 inches from the top and bottom sides.
    2. Minus 2 inches from the left and right sides.

    Square Measurements:
    Width: 65-2= 63
    Length: 88-2= 86

    Quilt Squares:
    "63" X "86"

    Figure Out Size of Each Square:
    Width: 4 Squares Across
    Length: 6 Squares Down

    Width Across:
    63÷ Number of Squares:
    63÷4= 15.75

    ¼ Extra Seam Allowance

    15.75 + ¼= 16

    Length Down:
    86÷ Number of Squares
    86÷6= 14.3

    ¼ Extra Seam Allowance

    14.3 + ¼= 14.55

    Width: 16
    Length: 14.55

    Here is what the lady did:
    First, subtract your border from the measurements: 65" minus 2" (1" each side) = 63", and 88" - 2" = 86". Now, divide the width without borders (63") by the number of squares across you want (4) to find how wide each finished square should be: 63" / 4 = 15.75", so the finished width of your block is 15.75". Do the same thing for the length: 86" total length / 6 squares down = 14.3", the finished height of the block. So, the finished size of your block should be 15.75" wide by 14.3" tall. When you cut your fabric, you need to allow extra fabric for seams, and in quilting it's usually a 1/4" more on each side, so you should cut your blocks 16.25" wide by 14.8" tall (you could cut your blocks 14 3/4" tall, if you want, and your quilt would finish about 1/2" shorter, but it would be much easier to measure). If you decorate the blocks, be careful and make sure that any designs are placed so that the long way of the block goes side to side, then sew them together the same way.

    • ANSWER:
      It "seams" she was allowing "1/4 extra" on all 4 sides of each block
      and you only allowed on two sides (one in each direction).

      That is, you only allowed the extra 1/4 on (say) the left and top of each block,
      but not the right and bottom.

      Hence her sizes to cut were an extra 1/4 in both dimensions.

17. QUESTION:
    Quilters: is it hard to "stitch in the the ditch"?
    I am making this quilt:

    http://www.joann.com/joann/catalog/productdetail.jsp?CATID=cat2699&PRODID=xprd1130891

    Using the Joann Quilt blocks, and I have fusible batting (someone told me it would be easier to use). But do I still have to stitch in the ditch to secure the batting for such a large quilt?

    Will stippling the edges be good enough? (I've never stippled before either)

    I am using a Brother SQ-9000 machine.

    • ANSWER:
      Using the fusible batting would take the place of pinning. I looked at your pattern and I would stitch in the ditch horizontally and vertically, using a walking foot attachment, to keep it from shifting if at some future date you are going to be washing the quilt. The only exception I see is the bottom left block; the center is wider than the block across from it on the right. Otherwise, all of the other blocks are aligned to sew horizontally and vertically on a straight line using clear transparent thread on the top and a color matching your backing for the bobbin. Let me know how it goes for you!
      To begin sewing, roll your quilt from the outside edge to the middle. Begin sewing starting at the top left side of your center square just below your first border. The rolled edge will be on your right. Put your right arm through the opening to hold the quilt behind the walking foot with your right hand (if you are right-handed). With your left hand, open your first two fingers in a V in front of the walking foot. This keeps the fabric flat as you sew. Do a tack stitch as you begin and end each row. When you get to the first bottom border edge, stop, tack stitch and cut your top and bottom threads. Start again at the top on the right side of your center square. When you get to the right side border, roll the opposite side of your quilt and begin again next to the center where you last stitched. When you get to the border, you are ready to start the opposite direction in the same way. I hope I am clear so you are able to get a visual from my step-by-step description.

18. QUESTION:
    Which one? Auditioning Roles ?
    Question 1:
    theres these rolse i want to audition for, It's a video audition, but im not sure which one to audition for! I can sing and dance a little (talent shows and stuff) and i can play an instument fairly well (clarinet)
    Heres role 1: [ CATHY ]
    Can play All ethnicities, 13 to 16 years old. Cool, down-to-earth, yet sarcastic, Cathy is surprisingly comfortable in her own skin for a teenage girl. She's naturally pretty and puts minimal effort into the way she looks. Far more comfortable in jeans and a t-shirt than a skirt or dress. She's easy going but has little patience for trendy, disingenuous people. (Series Regular) (Im like her in real life)
    Role 2:[ NATALIE ]
    Can play All ethnicities, 13 to 16 years old. Attractive and fashionable in a whatever's trendy way. Style over substance. Thinks she's PERFECT and acts superior to anyone who is not of her status, which, in her mind, is everyone except her best friend Kasey. Only nice to people when she needs something from them. Singing and dancing a plus. Please put note on submission. (Series Regular)
    Im thinking about auditioning for natalie because the role will help me enlarge my acting range (if you know what i mean

    Heres the monolouge i WANT to do: QUILTERS
    By Barbara Darnashek and Molly Newman
    The “Quilters” are pioneer women who tell of their life experiences in the quest west. Here
    Annie tells about her attempts to resist the quilting chores.
    ANNIE: (to the audience) My ambition is to become a doctor like my father. I’m my father’s girl. My greatest accomplishment was when I was ten years old and was successful in chopping off a chicken’s head and then dressing it for a chicken dinner. My mother tries to make me do quilts all the time, but I don’t want nothing to do with it. I told her, “Never in my life will I stick my fingers til they bleed.” Very definitely. My sister Florry is a real good quilter, I guess. Mother says so all the time. Florry’s favourite pattern is the Sunbonnet Sue. Mother taught her how to do applique blocks and since then she’s made probably a dozen “Sunbonnet Sue” quilts. You’ve seen ‘em, they’re like little dolls turned sideways with big sunbonnets on. Florry makes each one different. In one her little foot is turned this or that, or she’ll give her a little parasol, or turn the hat a little bit. People think they’re sooo cute. She made one for everybody in the family, so now there are little “Sunbonnet Sue” quilts all over the house. She made a couple of ‘em for her friends, and last Spring, when we all got promoted at school, she presented one to our teacher. I nearly died. And she’s still at it. Let me tell you, she’s driving me crazy with her “Sunbonnet Sues.” So I decided to make one quilt and give it to Florry. Like I said, I’m not such a good quilter as her, but I knew just what I wanted to do with this one. It’s real small. Twin bed size. I finished it and put it on her bed this morning, but I don’t think she’s seen it yet. I guess I done some new things with “Sunbonnet Sue.” I call it the Demise of Sunbonnet Sue. Each little block is different, just like Florry does it. I’ve got a block of her hanging, another one with a knife in her chest, eaten by a snake, eaten by a frog, struck by lightning, and burned up. I’m sorta proud of it. You should see it ... It turned out real good! (She exits smiling.)
    ^^ If I decide on Nat il do that one but if i decide Cathy i want to do this monolouge about homework, (i cant remember what its called so ive lost it, i asked a question about it earlier)
    Im alot more like Cathy if this helps.

    thanks!

    xx Phoebe
    Heres the homework monolouge question: http://answers.yahoo.com/question/index;_ylt=AjRpAzcSKm_IFlVVCqN0z9Xsy6IX;_ylv=3?qid=20101228113224AAvv6Qg

    • ANSWER:
      I would stay safe and go for Cathy if I were you. Just because you are going to have a ton of competition and its more important for them to cast someone who fits the part and can play it believably. Stretching yourself as an actor is great. However, its better to do in a non-audition situation such as an acting class. Although if you are cast as a character opposite of you then that is an amazing opportunity for growth. Good luck!

19. QUESTION:
    I've never quilted before - but I'm about to make myself learn. HELP!?
    I just want something simple - like just a patchwork of quilt squares, nothing too fancy, as I've never really sewed before either. I want to make a bedspread, and I've figure I need 858 4" blocks, or 520 5" blocks to make what I want, with 1/4 in seam allowance. I'm looking for quilting squares online (I don't get out shopping much) and I don't know what a 'fat quarter' is. These seem more available than blocks. What would be easier for me, but still make a nice classy quilt that I can use for a bedspread?
    I prefer answers from experienced quilters only! Thanks!

    • ANSWER:
      A fat quarter is a piece of fabric that is 1/4 yard, but is cut 18x21 instead of 9x42. Look for a pattern for an Irish Chain quilt or Churn Dash quilt, they are both simple quilt patterns that look very impressive when finished. It's important to know what pattern you are using before figuring out how many squares you will need. Go to your local library for info on quilts, patterns,layouts for blocks, and finishing your quilt. Or create a Charm quilt, which is made of one block, size and shape of your choosing, but the trick is no two pieces of fabric in a charm quilt are alike. I like to use old cotton shirts and things I find at yard sales and used clothing stores for these. A quilt is your own creation so there is no 'right' or 'wrong', as long as you're happy, it is perfect! Good luck and have fun, that's the important part of quilting!!

20. QUESTION:
    What do you think of HOLY HUMOR ?
    HOLY HUMOR

    A father was approached by his small son who told him
    proudly, "I know what the Bible means!"
    His father smiled and replied, "What do you mean, you
    'know' what the Bible means?
    The son replied, "I do know!"
    "Okay," said his father. "What does the
    Bible mean?"
    "That's easy, Daddy..." the young boy replied
    excitedly," It stands for 'Basic Information Before
    Leaving Earth.'

    =====
    There was a very gracious lady who was mailing an old
    family Bible to her brother in another part of the country.
    "Is there anything breakable in here?" asked the
    postal clerk.
    "Only the Ten Commandments." answered the lady.

    ========
    "Somebody has said there are only two kinds of people
    in the world. There are those who wake up in the morning and
    say, "Good morning, Lord," and there are those who
    wake up in the morning and say, "Good Lord, it's
    morning."

    ========
    A minister parked his car in a no-parking zone in a large
    city because he was short of time and couldn't find a
    space with a meter.
    Then he put a note under the windshield wiper that read:
    "I have circled the block 10 times. If I don't
    park here, I'll miss my appointment. Forgive us our
    trespasses."
    When he returned, he found a citation from a police officer
    along with this note "I've circled this block for
    10 years. If I don't give you a ticket I'll lose my
    job. Lead us not into temptation."

    ========
    There is the story of a pastor who got up one Sunday and
    announced to his congregation: "I have good news and
    bad news. The good news is, we have enough money to pay for
    our new building program. The bad news is, it's still
    out there in your pockets."

    ========
    While driving in Pennsylvania, a family caught up to an
    Amish carriage. The owner of the carriage obviously had a
    sense of humor, because attached to the back of the
    carriage was a hand printed sign... "Energy efficient
    vehicle: Runs on oats and grass. Caution: Do not step in
    exhaust."

    ========
    A Sunday School teacher began her lesson with a question,
    "Boys and girls, what do we know about God?"
    A hand shot up in the air. "He is an artist!"
    said the kindergarten boy.
    "Really? How do you know?" the teacher asked.
    "You know - Our Father, who does art in Heaven...
    "
    ========
    A minister waited in line to have his car filled with gas
    just before a long holiday weekend. The attendant worked
    quickly, but there were many cars ahead ad of him. Finally,
    the attendant motioned him toward a vacant pump.
    "Reverend," said the young man, "I'm so
    sorry about the delay. It seems as if everyone waits until
    the last minute to get ready for a long trip."
    The minister chuckled, "I know what you mean. It's
    the same in my business."

    ========
    People want the front of the bus, the back of the church,
    and the center of attention.

    ========
    Sunday after church, a Mom asked her very young daughter
    what the lesson was about.
    The daughter answered, "Don't be scared,
    you'll get your quilt."
    Needless to say, the Mom was perplexed. Later in the day,
    the pastor stopped by for tea and the Mom asked him what
    that morning's Sunday school lesson was about.
    He said "Be not afraid, thy comforter is coming."

    ========
    The minister was preoccupied with thoughts of how he was
    going to ask the congregation to come up with more money
    than they were expecting for repairs to the church
    building. Therefore, he was annoyed to find that the
    regular organist was sick and a substitute had been brought
    in at the last minute. The substitute wanted to know what to
    play.
    "Here's a copy of the service," he said
    impatiently. "But, you'll have to think of
    something to play after I make the announcement about the
    finances."
    During the service, the minister paused and said,
    "Brothers and Sisters, we are in great difficulty; the
    roof repairs cost twice as much as we expected and we need
    ,000 more. Any of you who can pledge 0 or more, please
    stand up."
    At that moment, the substitute organist played "The
    Star Spangled Banner."
    And that is how the substitute became the regular organist!

    =========
    Give me a sense of humor, Lord,
    Give me the grace to see a joke,
    To get some humor out of life,
    And pass it on to other folk!

    • ANSWER:
      Loved them all! If God didn't have a sense of humor, HE wouldn't have made us look like this!lololol

21. QUESTION:
    Wanna hear some great Holy Humor?
    HOLY HUMOUR

    A father was approached by his small son who told him proudly, 'I know what the Bible means!'

    His father smiled and replied, 'What do you mean, you 'know' what the Bible means?

    The son replied, 'I do know!'

    'Okay,' said his father. 'What does the Bible mean?'

    'That's easy, Daddy...' the young boy replied excitedly,' It stands for 'Basic Information Before Leaving Earth.'

    =======

    There was a very gracious lady who was mailing an old family Bible to her brother in another part of the country.

    'Is there anything breakable in here?' asked the postal clerk.

    'Only the Ten Commandments.' answered the lady.

    ========

    'Somebody has said there are only two kinds of people in the world.

    There are those who wake up in the morning and say, 'Good morning, Lord,' and there are those who wake up in the morning and say, Good Lord, it's morning.'

    ~*~*~*~*~*~*~*~*~*~

    A minister parked his car in a no-parking zone in a large city because he was short of time and couldn't find a space with a meter. Then he put a note under the windshield wiper that read: 'I have circled the block 10 times. If I don't park here, I'll miss my appointment. Forgive us our trespasses.'

    When he returned, he found a citation from a police officer along with this note 'I've circled this block for 10 years. If I don't give you a ticket I'll lose my job. Lead us not into temptation.'

    ========

    There is the story of a pastor who got up one Sunday and announced to his congregation: 'I have good news and bad news. The good news is, we have enough money to pay for our new building program. The bad news is, it's still out there in your

    pockets.'

    ========

    While driving in Pennsylvania, a family caught up to an

    Amish carriage. The owner of the carriage obviously had a sense of humour, because attached to the back of the carriage was a hand printed sign... 'Energy efficient vehicle: Runs on oats and grass. Caution: Do not step in exhaust.'

    ========

    A Sunday school teacher began her lesson with a question, 'Boys and girls, what do we know about God?' A hand shot up in

    the air. 'He is an artist!' said the kindergarten boy. 'Really? How do you know?' the teacher asked. 'You know - Our Father, who does art in Heaven.... '

    ========

    A minister waited in line to have his car filled with gas just before a long holiday weekend.. The attendant worked quickly, but there were many cars ahead of him. Finally, the attendant motioned him toward a vacant pump. 'Reverend,' said the young man, 'I'm so sorry about the delay. It seems as if everyone waits until the last minute to get ready for a long trip.' The minister chuckled, 'I know what you mean. It's the same in my

    business.'

    ========

    People want the front of the bus, the back of the church, and the center of attention.

    ========

    Sunday after church, a Mom asked her very young daughter what the lesson was about.

    The daughter answered, 'Don't be scared, you'll get your quilt.' Needless to say, the Mom was perplexed. Later in the day, the pastor stopped by for tea and the Mom asked him what that morning's Sunday school lesson was about. He said 'Be not afraid, thy comforter is coming.'

    ========

    The minister was preoccupied with thoughts of how he was going to ask the congregation to come up with more money than they were expecting for repairs to the church building. Therefore, he was annoyed to find that the regular organist was sick and a substitute had been brought in at the last minute. The substitute wanted to know what to play 'Here's a copy of the service,' he said impatiently. 'But, you'll have to think of something to play after I make the announcement about the finances.' During the service, the minister paused and said, 'Brothers and Sisters, we are in great difficulty; the roof repairs cost twice as much as we expected and we need ,000 more. Any of you who can pledge 0 or more, please stand up'. At that moment, the substitute organist played 'The Star Spangled Banner.' And that is how the substitute became the regular organist!

    =========

    Give me a sense of humour, Lord,
    Give me the grace to see a joke,
    To get some humour out of life,
    And pass it on to other folk!

    • ANSWER:
      I love 'The Star Spangled Banner.'
      7 stars for you..........

22. QUESTION:
    Typical CNN!!!!!!!?
    Way to go CNN!!! Way to dumb down society by not advocating responsibility!!!
    By Zein Basravi for CNN
    Adjust font size:
    LONDON, England (CNN) -- The U.S. is the world's largest maker, buyer and seller of guns but the country's constitutional right to bear arms comes at a high price -- one that gun control advocates say the whole world is paying.

    Monday's shooting at the Virginia Tech University in Blacksburg, Virginia, that ended in the deaths of 33 people was symptomatic of a global gun crime epidemic, campaigners said.

    "The U.S. stands out as the developed country with by far the highest levels of gun deaths and gun homicides," Alun Howard, a spokesman for the International Action Network on Small Arms, told CNN.

    The White House defended the right to bear arms at a press briefing Monday.

    "As far as policy, the president believes that there is a right for people to bear arms, but that all laws must be followed," said Dana Perino, a spokesperson for President George W. Bush.

    "And certainly bringing a gun into a school dormitory and shooting ... obviously that would be against the law and something that someone should be held accountable for," Perino added.

    The National Rifle Association, a lobby group which generally opposes controls on gun ownership, responded with a written statement, but refrained from politicizing the incident.

    "The National Rifle Association joins the entire country in expressing our deepest condolences to the families of Virginia Tech University and everyone else affected by this horrible tragedy," said Andrew Arulanandam, an NRA spokesman. "Our thoughts and prayers are with the families. We will not have further comment until all the facts are known."

    Open borders hinder gun control
    Most developed countries implement tough laws to prevent "irresponsible people" from obtaining guns easily. But Howard said the U.S. federal system's "patchwork quilt of state laws" made it easier for people to get their hands on guns -- undermining those states that did impose stringent rules governing the sale and transfer of weapons.

    "You can still obtain a gun by just crossing state lines, which often isn't very far at all," he said.

    The problem of open borders, exacerbated by the sheer volume of guns available, plays out on the global arena as well.

    According to an IANSA report published in 2006, gun-related incidents result in 300,000 fatalities and one million injuries worldwide every year. Many of those guns come from the U.S.

    Mexican authorities reported that 80 percent of guns in the country came from the U.S., 50 percent of handguns seized by Canada's gun crime task force were also smuggled across the U.S. border and 30 percent of guns recovered by Japanese authorities originated in the U.S., the IANSA found.

    Guns good for business
    While most developed nations react to incidents of gun crime with legislation to insure stronger control measures on the sale and flow of firearms, the gun culture in the U.S. has resisted change.

    Weapons manufacturers and pro-gun government officials have consistently rejected efforts by domestic as well as international bodies to regulate and control the flow of arms in and out of the country.

    A report released by Amnesty USA noted that the governments of the U.S., China and Russia saw new regulations as "limiting their commercial and foreign policy options," while arms manufacturers feared "a threat to their bottom line."

    According to the report, small arms manufacturing in the U.S. is a billion-a-year industry. Companies profiting from that business, as well as powerful lobby groups like the NRA have consistently blocked efforts to clamp down on easy access to firearms.

    International reaction
    World leaders Monday responded to the Virginia massacre with messages of condolence as well as calls for change.

    "Like everyone, I am deeply shocked by the terrible loss of innocent lives at Virginia University," said British Prime Minister Tony Blair, expressing condolences to the families of the victims.

    Australian Prime Minister John Howard was more candid in his remarks, offering his sympathies, but condemning U.S. gun culture as a negative force in society.

    Howard, who staked his political leadership on pushing through tough laws on gun ownership in Australia after a lone gunman in his country killed 35 people, said the Virginia shootings were a tragedy of a kind he hoped would never be seen again in Australia.

    "We had a terrible incident at Port Arthur, but it is the case that 11 years ago we took action to limit the availability of guns and we showed a national resolve that the gun culture that is such a negative in the United States would never become a negative in our country," he said.

    Among the victims in Virginia was a professor from India. His death brought a strong response from K. Subrahmanyam, a former member of India's National Security Council.

    "It's not a question of an Indian professor getting killed in the firing. This is related to the American gun laws," he said.

    "We can't do anything about it. It is something which has happened in the United States. They have got to change the law."

    • ANSWER:
      Yea, it's funny how they said the NRA "refrained from politicizing the incident" but CNN went ahead and politicized it themselves.

      Clearly, the leftists are salivating at the chance to politicize this incident as a call for stricter gun control. We all need to do our part and help defend against the impending attack of our 2nd Amendment liberties.

      I just sent 0 to the NRA, for example

23. QUESTION:
    homework help....? i just need a example. ?
    so for math we have to create a picture using triangles,square or any blocks

    heres a example

    http://z.about.com/d/quilting/1/5/6/A/-/-/quarter_square_blocks.jpg

    does anyone have other examples that i can make.. i want something cool.. and easy/hard

    • ANSWER:
      do a hexagon and put triangles and squares around it and use the colours blue and yellow and dark blue to colour it

24. QUESTION:
    Does anyone have a picture of a baby clothes quilt they can share with me?
    A year or so ago I decided I wanted to make a quilt out of my daughters baby clothes. I thought it was going to be easy but it took a while to get enough fabric. So here it is about a year and a half later. and Im ready to make it but now don'thave any good idea's like I did a while back. my memory sucks. Im not trying to make anything fancy have only made one quilt which was a small one with disney princesses about the size of a receivingblanket. but of course this one will be larger. I am thinking about 4 or 5 inch blocks but I also have some pieces that i want to sew onto fabric like her pooh dress that I just couldn'tbring myself to cut up. If you have a pic of one that you have done or know of a pic you like could you please show me so I can get some idea's. its an easy 10 points.

    • ANSWER:
      Here's a couple websites that give amazing examples, and ideas!

      http://weewonderfuls.typepad.com/wee_wonderfuls/2004/12/oscars_baby_clo.html

      http://www.quiltcreations.net/clothingqlts.htm

      Hope this helps you out! Good luck, they are amazingly fun to make!

25. QUESTION:
    How did the fact that women worked outside the home affect home life?
    In the 1920s Robert and Helen Lynd wrote Middletown, a study of how a Midwest town was affected by industrialization. Read the excerpts below and answer the following questions.

    At no point can one approach the home life of Middletown without becoming aware of the shift taking place in the traditional activities of the male and female. . . . In the growing number of working class families in which the wife helps earn the family living, the husband is beginning to share directly in the housework. . . .

    Smaller houses, easier to "keep up," labor-saving devices, canned goods, baker's bread, less heavy meals, and ready-made clothing are among the places where the lack of servants is being compensated for and time saved today. Working class housewives repeatedly speak also of the use of running water, the shift from wood to coal fires, and the use of linoleum on floors as time savers . . . .

    The rapid and uncontrolled spread of such new devices as labor-saving machinery..... makes the housekeeping of Middletown present a crazy-quilt appearance. A single home may be operated in the twentieth century when it comes to ownership of automobile and vacuum cleaner, while its lack of a bathtub may throw it back into another era. . . . Side by side in the same block one observes families using in one case a broom, in another a carpet sweeper, and in a third a vacuum cleaner for an identical use . . . .

    New cultural demands pressing upon this earlier compact home and family are altering its form. . . . Such new tools as the telephone and automobile, while helping to keep members of the family in touch with each other, are also serving to make separate activities easier. . . .

    • ANSWER:
      I don't know how to answer this without sounding like I think women and only women MUST be at home. First of all I think that both parents can work outside the home and still raise children and have a neat house with good nutritious meals cooked every night. It takes a team effort. Men would need to step up and participate in child rearing, house hold chores, and cooking, instead of planting their behinds on the couch until their wives get home, meanwhile letting the kids run wild.

      Women working outside the home and men not participating or being team members by agreeing to alternating work schedules and participation in domestic duties gave way to latch key children and unruly house holds.

26. QUESTION:
    What can I do to stop my boxer from chewing on everything?
    I have (had) three small dogs before our Boxer "Duke". I am not familiar with large dogs or his breed. I have read some on boxers.
    Anyhow when I am away or when I go to bed he chews on everything. I was gone for an hour and put him in the garage so that he wouldn't be destroying the house. Before that he had already ripped our blinds down. I returned to find a partially chewed up door.
    If my kids leave toys on the floor for a second he chews on them. He has already pooped a lego block and crayons.
    When I go to sleep at night he chews on our firewood and makes a horrible mess. He has torn a hole in my quilt that is on the sofa.
    He is 8 months old and teething is normal but damn!
    He has a variety of dog chew toys to chew on throughout the entire house. Pig ears, raw hide, dental chews, even the really hard ones with the "marrow" in them.
    I am at my whits end. I don't know what to do with him. I do not believe in chaining dogs up outside. Dogs to me are part of the family.
    I am going to have to start taking him with me I guess but that is easier said than done when I have four kids and three other dogs that ride with me as well.
    Please help.....How can I get him to stop chewing and calm down?

    • ANSWER:
      Crate him! I always suggest crating if you are not going to be able to watch him every minute. I had to do it with 2 of my dogs. Its keeps them safe, they aren't getting into a million things. It keeps you happy, they chew less of your stuff and it makes less emergency rooms trips.

      Also make sure that you are giving him enough exercise. Some Boxers are a very high energy, so please make sure to run him.

27. QUESTION:
    In which of these ways is wood veneer considered superior to solid wood? Veneer is?
    You're planning to add an upholstered wing chair to your client's room. In deciding where to place the chair, you should first consider

    A. whether its tall lines will relate well once it's placed next to the other furniture pieces.
    B. where the chair would be best placed for use.

    C. whether the chair will be placed next to another upholstered piece.

    D. where the chair would be best placed for appearance.

    10. In which of these ways is wood veneer considered superior to solid wood? Veneer is

    A. more beautiful.
    B. less expensive.

    C. less likely to split, swell, shrink, or warp.

    D. easier to work with.

    11. Which of these describes the best way to strengthen weak seat or tabletop joints on wood furniture?

    A. Nail the joints together.
    B. Glue the joints together.

    C. Use brass fasteners to hold the joints together.

    D. Reinforce the joints with corner blocks.

    12. Mahogany is an example of

    A. a hardwood.
    B. a softwood.

    C. a synthetic laminate.

    D. an antiqued finish.

    13. Top-quality wood frames are made of

    A. hardwood.
    B. softwood.

    C. veneer.

    D. any type of wood.

    14. Which of these contributes least to extending the life of upholstered furniture?

    A. Loose cushions
    B. Quilting

    C. Button tufting

    D. Arm covers

    15. Which one of these would you expect to find in a catalog of case goods?

    A. End tables
    B. Wing chairs

    C. Display cabinets

    D. Coffee tables

    • ANSWER:
      Maybe you should just post this in "homework help" Or read the book and answer for yourself; what kind of designer do you want to be?

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