just did a search to see if anybody else in the directory had my birthday....I'm a solitary, but!!!! there are lots of people right around me!! Kate XXXXXX December 9 Bonnie (in Oregon) December 11 CNYstitcher (me) December 12 Caitlin in Central MA December 13 Krysia December 14

Terri, What lotion do you find that works best for you? I love the Aveeno Intense Relief Hand Cream. Its not greasy at all, absorbs quickly, and soaks right in. I would not slather up and then touch batting or fabric- but its great stuff. I think exfoliating as mentioned and finding a hand...

Does anyone have a favorite ruler? I'm just talking a regular ruler, not the triangle ones, just the regular straight ruler. I have a Quickline II by Nancy Crow that is 3 x 18. I love this ruler. It has all the markings in black, and the ruler itself is clear. I have another one that is...

I need hand appliqué technique ideas/instructions. I just recently finished the appliqué portion of my appliqué and pieced project. I am now starting to think about my next appliqué project but I need some technique help. The finished project was started in an appliqué class where we were taught...

I'm thinking of downloading Mozilla because I've seen some really rave reviews about it. If you use it can you tell me the pros/cons of it? Is it easier to navigate than IE? How about the mail program? Does it have a calendar feature that I could plug my schedule into?? Your opinion on Mozilla...

Well, got to tell you all. I'm so proud of the wiff, Brenda. An envelope came in the mail today from Harris Publications. Inside was Quilt Magazine, Summer 2004 issue. Why is this here? What is it for? Well, on page 90 is an article called "Jaunty Jewels." It is also referenced on the cover...

Just wondering here and would like some opinions...squishie-wise Instead of surprising someone with a squishie, would anyone be disappointed with a small variety of say 8" (or so) squares?? I find when I have a project in mind I buy the suggested yardage and don't usually have a lot left over. I...

Not for good but maybe for a little bit. I'm enrolled in a School Support Officers Course which begins on Thursday for 5 days. By completing this and the following 70 hours work experience, I will be "qualified" to work in the administration area of local schools. After the course (if I pass!) I...

Sorry that I allowed someone to anger me. I will refrain from responding to such posters from now on. -- Mary http://community.webshots.com/user/mardor1948

Love that doggy quilt, and that room! All the best to your Mom, I must have missed the post about that. Thanks for letting me see your quilt. Karen, Queen of Squishies

Declan Donald Karch, my very first grandbaby, arrived at 7:28 P.M. (8:28 EST) -- 8 lbs., 2 oz. 21", curly black hair and navy blue eyes (his Daddy, my DS Kevin had black hair and navy eyes, which later turned blonde hair and brown eyes). Whew! I am so happy that he is healthy and so is DDIL. She...

I had to find a group to ask... and they pointed me to a paid site.. which cost me only 3.95.. Set up fees Only.. so I now can post once again at the group :) I feel like jumping up and down, I can post once again I can post once again

So, as you all know, I've been trying to finish all these projects I've had for years. Part of my problem is that I am a great starter, but a lousy finisher G. The other problem is that a lot of this stuff was in storage. I'd start something, only to have it put into storage with a move, then...

Has anyone watched the new 8:30am lineup on SQ? Started today with the 900 series. The full October schedule is not on Alex's site yet, but I will keep checking. Meantime, set the VCRs and Tivo's for 8:30am for 900 series shows. -- Alice in NJ www.ourcyberfamily.us "In prosperity our friends...

I am looking to buy a FW. I have been watching E-Bay, lots of them there. Any suggestions besides price? Most of them look very good as far as finish and decals. Most state working condition and condition of cords etc. Any suggestions are greatly appreciated. -- Sugar & Spice Quilts by Linda...

Hay all, since I have some free time, I started to work on my scrap fabrics which can vary from 1" to 4" ( sometimes bigger) in width I had most of them in plastic baggies sorted from size. But my scrappy patterns call for light's, mediums, and darks. so I took them all out, and sorted them that...

I know all of you are busy right up to the edge of hysterical but please take the time to guide me. I just must order some black jelly beans for a sweetheart of a DSIL. Naturally, there are no jelly beans at all at the local Swamp Feed Store. DSIL loves black jelly beans and I suspect that there...

A Janome Jem Gold sewing machine!!!! Thank you, you know who you are! You are a wonderful person. You have brightened my Christmas. I'm sorry for the trouble that you have been having publicly on this NG. You don't deserve it. You deserve so much more! It looks like things are turning around...

Ooooh Congratulations! I'm so happy I'm dancin' around! Can't wait to see photos and here the glorious details from mum. Lots of love heading your way. -- Sharon From Melbourne Australia (Queen of Down Under) http://www.geocities.com/shazrules/index.html "Joanna" ...

I may have committed a terrible boo-boo. I have a sneaking feeling that I have sent a picture of a dragon fly to Flossy to the newsgroup instead of her home address. I also have sent it to happy dancing thread. I am down on my knees grovelling and apologising if I have done so. Shirley -- Shirley...