Ginger Blaisdell
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  • Juneau, AK
  • United States
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Ginger Blaisdell liked Lisa Page's photo
Nov 10, 2012
Ginger Blaisdell posted a status
"thanks for the suggestions - the fabric is some batik in a crazy quilt that's giving me a headache."
Nov 10, 2012
Tahlia replied to Ginger Blaisdell's discussion tips for embroidery with heavy fibers? in the group Hand Embroidery
"The hole that gets left behind by a thick fiber depends heavily upon the weave density and structure of the fabric you're piercing, as well as what thread/fiber you're using and what size/type of needle. If you are using tightly-woven…"
Oct 25, 2012
Lorna Bateman replied to Ginger Blaisdell's discussion tips for embroidery with heavy fibers? in the group Hand Embroidery
"Hi Ginger - I am surprised that you find that you have holes when using silk ribbon - what needles are you using - a sharp needles merely parts the fibres of the warp and weft and once the thread is though the hole 'disappears'.…"
Oct 25, 2012
Ann Clare replied to Ginger Blaisdell's discussion tips for embroidery with heavy fibers? in the group Hand Embroidery
"I often couch thick threads with a fine silk or cotton, just plunging the ends of the thick thread and securing them underneath. Ann Clare"
Oct 22, 2012
Ginger Blaisdell liked Elizabeth Braun's photo
Oct 21, 2012
Ginger Blaisdell added a discussion to the group Hand Embroidery
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tips for embroidery with heavy fibers?

I'm frustrated with the size of the hole some fibers leave in my fabrics when crazy quilting. Is this normal or are there tips and tricks to minimizing the size of the hole. Chenile and silk ribbon particularly.thanks for any feedback,gingerSee More
Oct 21, 2012
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Hand Embroidery

For those who love hand embroidery both traditional and contemporary
Sep 15, 2012
Ginger Blaisdell joined Laura Krasinski's group
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Quilter's Anonymous

This group is for all quilters. Traditional and Art quiters.See More
Sep 14, 2012
Ginger Blaisdell joined MargB's group
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Design

A group to discuss all facets of design
Sep 14, 2012
Ginger Blaisdell joined Elizabeth Braun's group
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Stumpwork and Raised Embroidery

For those who have already done some of this work, those who are admirers of the style and would like to make a start and also just for curious enquirers.A quick reminder:  If you have a question to ask or something you want others' views, opinions and replies to, please post it in the Discussion Forum and not the Comment Wall.  Many thanks!See More
Sep 14, 2012
Ginger Blaisdell joined sharonb's group
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Silk Ribbon Embroidery

If you love Silk Ribbon Embroidery (SRE) and want to share tips, advice, what have done, learnt and resources online this group is for you.See More
Sep 5, 2012
Ginger Blaisdell joined sharonb's group
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Crazy Quilting

For all those who love and delight in crazy quilts
Sep 4, 2012
MariaInez L.ribeiro dos Santos commented on Ginger Blaisdell's photo
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tree frog quilt

"Very creative.I like this !!!"
Aug 8, 2012
Lorelei Halley commented on Ginger Blaisdell's photo
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tree frog quilt

"I love it."
Aug 8, 2012
Elaine Wilding commented on Ginger Blaisdell's photo
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tree frog quilt

"This is going to be beautiful. The layout is perfect and the colors are fantastic. Great work. I can't wait to see it finished. Hugs Elaine"
Aug 8, 2012

Profile Information

What textiles are you interested in?
quilting and embellishing wiht embroidery and beads
Where did you learn your textile skills?
Sue Spargo, online Sharon Boggon, You Tube and girl scouts some 30+ years ago
Is there anything else you'd like other members of Stitchin' Fingers to know about you? Please feel free to tell us a little bit about yourself by way of introduction.
I'm inspired by others' work but do not post much

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At 17:40 on July 25, 2012, Judy said…

Hello Ginger, Welcome to SF. You will find lots of inspiration and many lovely people to chat with. Hugs Judy

 
 
 

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