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  • IFQ General Announcements
    Check here to learn what's new at IFQ and what's coming up!
    12 Topics
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    Last post by James View the latest post
    on Fri Jul 04, 2008 1:12 am
  • IFQ Members
    Here's the place to talk about general IFQ matters. You can post questions or ideas.
    24 Topics
    157 Posts
    Last post by Joan Os View the latest post
    on Sat Apr 19, 2008 4:15 am
  • IFQ NEWCOMERS CORNER
    Here's the place for new members to post questions they may have. IFQ welcomes new members!
    25 Topics
    198 Posts
    Last post by Pamela M View the latest post
    on Sun May 04, 2008 3:21 pm
  • IFQ Christmas in July Ideas
    We would like some suggestions for this event, so we have time to plan and illustrate. What ideas do you have for an exchange in July?
    2 Topics
    63 Posts
    Last post by Carole Be View the latest post
    on Tue Jul 08, 2008 6:18 pm
  • IFQ Chat Schedules
    The IFQ Chat room is a GREAT place to meet other IFQ members and make new friends! If you would like to set up a chat, please post here!
    3 Topics
    4 Posts
    Last post by Tine D View the latest post
    on Sat May 17, 2008 4:16 am
  • IFQ Quilting New Year's Resolutions
    What are your quilting New Year's resolutions? Share them with the rest of IFQ!
    4 Topics
    69 Posts
    Last post by Charlene H View the latest post
    on Wed Jan 09, 2008 6:37 am
  • IFQ Traveling Members
    If you're planning to travel, post it here so other IFQ members can give you inside information on where you're going and maybe you can meet up!
    17 Topics
    114 Posts
    Last post by Wendy R View the latest post
    on Thu Jul 24, 2008 4:30 am
  • IFQ Beach Beauty Bag
    This exciting new event combines the things that we all love - BAGS & ROUND ROBINS! Tine D has created a fantastic pattern for a beach bag that will be the envy of your friends! And it doesn't just have to go to the beach! It will create a stir wherever you go!

    Tine and Tina, the dynamic hosting duo!, will lead this event.
    Moderators: Tina G, Tine D
    15 Topics
    363 Posts
    Last post by Tina G View the latest post
    on Thu Jul 24, 2008 6:59 am
  • IFQ Beachy Bling!
    Another IFQ "Bling's the Thing" event for you to enjoy.
    In this event you'll create a bling-y sunglasses case. What a great thing to make you stand out on the beach! You can embellish it in any way that you wish! Just be sure to add plenty of bling!
    Sign ups open June 10.
    Moderators: Daniela M, Nick J
    5 Topics
    26 Posts
    Last post by Lillian L View the latest post
    on Wed Jul 23, 2008 3:15 pm
  • IFQ Birthday FAP Club 2008
    The only thing as much fun as MAKING FAPs is RECEIVING them.
    Members who sign up are put into birthday groups of 6. Signing up means that you are committing to creating birthday FAPs for the 5 other members of your group.
    Sign ups open December 20 2007
    and close December 1 2008.

    Moderators: Betty Bl, Donna A
    29 Topics
    750 Posts
    Last post by Laura Tab View the latest post
    on Sun Jul 20, 2008 3:11 am
  • IFQ Butterfly Beauties
    We love butterflies in IFQ and here is a fabulous event to let you have fun with creativity using the patterns supplied which you can resize. Enjoy!
    Sign ups open March 20 with Tarnyia and Tina hosting.
    Moderators: Tina G, Tarnyia S
    5 Topics
    288 Posts
    Last post by Tarnyia S View the latest post
    on Wed Jul 23, 2008 6:14 pm
  • IFQ Christmas Charm Swap
    With Christmas in July looming, we thought you would like to spread your Christmas fabrics around. So here we go!
    Sign ups open June 25
    Moderators: Betty Bl, Donna A
    5 Topics
    44 Posts
    Last post by Rena D View the latest post
    on Thu Jul 24, 2008 2:28 am
  • IFQ Christmas Placemat
    This holiday placemat pattern will be a perfect addition to your holiday table! And it's so easy to make! The pattern makes 4 placemats at a time and you'll find they're such a breeze to sew. This is a pattern download event - only for IFQ members who sign up for the event.
    Your hosts will be Pamela and Nancy and sign ups open July 29
    Moderators: Nancy R, Pamela M
    1 Topics
    1 Posts
    Last post by Dillyew View the latest post
    on Fri Jul 18, 2008 8:23 am
  • IFQ Crazy Pineapple
    A fun wallhanging that is cheerful and will help you hone your piecing skills. Designed by Pam Moulton and hosted by her with Barbara Srivastava, you are sure to enjoy this event.
    Moderators: Barbara Sr, Pamela M
    6 Topics
    67 Posts
    Last post by Pamela M View the latest post
    on Mon Jun 09, 2008 1:35 pm
  • IFQ EQ Electric Christmas!
    Using EQ (Electric Quilts) program members will download some designated blocks and use them to design and make an item with a view to the upcoming "Christmas in July" event.
    Read more on the sign up page.
    Moderators: Daniela M, Pamela M
    4 Topics
    14 Posts
    Last post by Diann R View the latest post
    on Thu Jul 24, 2008 9:47 am
  • IFQ Home Sweet Home - 2008 B.O.M.
    Each month features a different block pattern designed by our talented duo Dany and Nathalie, which use great techniques. Not only are the blocks terrific, but you'll be learning some techniques that make them a snap to make! Dany and Nathalie hosting.
    Moderators: Daniela M, Nathalie C
    8 Topics
    285 Posts
    Last post by Carole Be View the latest post
    on Fri Jul 18, 2008 9:21 am
  • IFQ Holiday Bottle Bibs
    A fun exchange ideal for the party season and even for a wine gift. This pattern is so easy and makes a charming decoration for the bottle. It can be decorated and embellished with some of those bits you have been saving!
    Sign ups upon July 13 with Val Dickinson and Barbara Srivastava as your hosts.
    Moderators: Val D, Barbara Sr
    2 Topics
    11 Posts
    Last post by Kat S View the latest post
    on Wed Jul 23, 2008 7:25 pm
  • IFQ Mother's Mending Heart
    A wonderful pattern that is fun to make and it makes a great gift, too! A heart shaped pocket for all those handy little mending items.
    Sign ups open April 13
    Moderators: Val D, Mary Lou P
    5 Topics
    86 Posts
    Last post by Ionne H View the latest post
    on Thu Jun 12, 2008 5:40 am
  • IFQ My Favorite Things
    In this event, each participant creates the same 9 inch finished (9 1/2 inch unfinished) jar block - and then "fills" the jar with a favorite thing before swapping the block with a new IFQ friend.
    Betty Blackwell and Ann McGregor are your hosts
    Moderators: Betty Bl, Ann M
    8 Topics
    973 Posts
    Last post by Maureen M View the latest post
    on Thu Jul 24, 2008 7:09 am
  • IFQ Nathalie's Noel '08
    The most greatly anticipated event in IFQ's yearly "Christmas in July" is the Nathalie's Noel event. Every year, Nathalie creates a stunning project just for IFQ members! And this year is no exception! You will need to sign up to obtain the great designs Nathalie has created
    Moderators: Daniela M, Nathalie C
    1 Topics
    5 Posts
    Last post by Donna A View the latest post
    on Wed Jul 02, 2008 11:46 pm
  • IFQ One Rule Challenge
    The first event in the 'Creative Gym' series. These events are aiming to stretch our creativity and talents. We shall help each other through and it will enable us to hone our skills.
    Tina Girard and Maureen Maguss are the hosts.
    Sign ups open March 27.
    Moderators: Tina G, Maureen M
    4 Topics
    149 Posts
    Last post by Carole Be View the latest post
    on Wed Jun 25, 2008 9:37 pm
  • IFQ Ornament Exchange '08
    A lovely addition to the "Christmas in July" event coming soon, members can create beautifully made ornaments to send to their assigned partners and receive one in exchange - but it must include some stitching!
    Sign ups open July 3
    Moderators: Betty Bl, Carole Be
    3 Topics
    40 Posts
    Last post by Gilly C View the latest post
    on Wed Jul 23, 2008 7:06 am
  • IFQ Patchwork Follies - Deux!
    Members exchange cut pieces of fabric with different tone values and receive a special quilt pattern to use the fabric pieces they have received.
    This is a real jewel of a design!
    Sign ups open February 19, 2008
    Moderators: Daniela M, Nathalie C
    8 Topics
    342 Posts
    Last post by Karen T View the latest post
    on Tue Jun 10, 2008 1:43 pm
  • IFQ Penny for Your Thoughts
    We will have fun with redwork. Redwork is a distinctive type of embroidery that is characterized by its simple outlined designs. These motifs are created with any simple outline stitch.
    Sign ups open 28 May
    Moderators: Val D, Tina G
    7 Topics
    78 Posts
    Last post by Joan Os View the latest post
    on Wed Jul 23, 2008 1:13 pm
  • IFQ Pretty Pins
    This fun exchange has IFQ members creating brooches. Your imagination is the limit in this event! Tine and Dany are the hostesses with the mostesses!
    5 Topics
    85 Posts
    Last post by Tine D View the latest post
    on Thu Jun 26, 2008 4:13 am
  • IFQ Purple Charm Swap
    In this event, members exchange charm packs of purple fabric. A great way to enhance your stash!
    Moderators: Betty Bl, Donna A
    12 Topics
    124 Posts
    Last post by Joyce J View the latest post
    on Mon May 26, 2008 1:34 am
  • IFQ Snazzy Stockings!
    Another Christmas in July holiday event with an exchange item. You can use your own or the IFQ pattern for the stocking and decorate it to the ultimate and if you make two you can always keep one for a family member in December! Sign ups open July 8
    Moderators: Tina G, Tine D
    4 Topics
    10 Posts
    Last post by Laura Tab View the latest post
    on Wed Jul 23, 2008 7:18 pm
  • IFQ Stars Around the World
    Dawn Gudmundson and Tia Owens co-host this fun block exchange.
    Moderator: Tia O
    4 Topics
    540 Posts
    Last post by Lynn M View the latest post
    on Wed Apr 09, 2008 6:28 am
  • IFQ Tea for Two
    "Tea for Two" is a fun event where you can make new IFQ friends! Charly Saminto is the hostess with the mostest for this!
    Moderators: Daniela M, Bobbie B
    10 Topics
    568 Posts
    Last post by Mary S View the latest post
    on Sat Jul 19, 2008 11:46 am
  • IFQ Terrific Tags
    Tags with a multiplicity of uses. This will be a pattern download event and is not an exchange. Before long you will be thinking of so many uses for these tags. Dany and Annette will be your hosts and sign ups open July 21
    Moderators: Daniela M, Annette S
    2 Topics
    2 Posts
    Last post by Annette S View the latest post
    on Wed Jul 23, 2008 12:32 pm
  • IFQ 80 for '08
    Resolve to reduce your WIPs and UFOs with 80 minutes a week. Bit by bit you will get there!
    Your hosts will be Barbara Srivastava and Val Dickinson and sign ups open January 1 2008.
    Moderators: Val D, Barbara Sr
    8 Topics
    654 Posts
    Last post by Tine D View the latest post
    on Sun Jul 13, 2008 8:10 am
  • Lopsided LogCabin Block
    In this Spotlight event, we will be examining the construction of a log cabin block. Of course, we've added our own IFQ touch to it! We'll also work with a chain-piecing technique that will greatly speed up the construction. You'll be done before you know it!

    Betty Bl and Donna A are the event co-hosts
    Moderators: Betty Bl, Donna A
    2 Topics
    9 Posts
    Last post by Joan Os View the latest post
    on Sun Jul 20, 2008 12:53 pm
  • IFQ ATC Collectibles - Round 9
    Round 9 already and members are filling their pockets and trading to achieve those elusive letters and numbers. That's what we like to see!
    Sign ups open July 15 with Donna and Judi your attentive hosts.
    Moderators: Judi K, Donna A
    1 Topics
    7 Posts
    Last post by Karin F View the latest post
    on Wed Jul 23, 2008 9:32 am
  • ATC Collectibles - Round 8
    The fun continues with IFQ's Fiber Arts Game - ATC Collectibles! We're into Round 8 now.

    Donna A and Judi K are your co-hosts.
    Moderators: Judi K, Donna A
    4 Topics
    161 Posts
    Last post by Gill B View the latest post
    on Tue Jul 22, 2008 9:57 pm
  • IFQ ATC Collectibles - Round 7
    It's Round 7 of the ATC Collectibles Fiber Arts game! The object of this game is to fill up your ATC Collectibles Wallhanger (pattern can be downloaded below AFTER YOU HAVE SIGNED UP) with a card for each letter and number.
    Judi Kirk and Donna Abrams are your helpful hosts.
    Sign ups open March 15
    Moderators: Judi K, Donna A
    5 Topics
    154 Posts
    Last post by Gwyneth G View the latest post
    on Mon Jun 02, 2008 2:36 am
  • IFQ ATC Collectibles - Round 6
    Another round of this interesting exchange where you fill the pockets of your Artistic Trading Cards with the various letters of the alphabet and numbers.
    Judi Kirk and Mary Lou Poteat are your hosts.
    6 Topics
    205 Posts
    Last post by Val D View the latest post
    on Mon Apr 07, 2008 5:14 pm
  • IFQ ATC TRADING POST
    The ATC Trading Post is open for trade. State what you have to trade and what you would like to trade for.
    2 Topics
    207 Posts
    Last post by Colette P View the latest post
    on Fri Jul 18, 2008 6:51 pm
  • IFQ FAP (Fiber Arts Postcards) 'Bad Hair Day'
    Here's a theme you can have fun with! Let's see what you do with this! Let your imagination run wild and have some fun!

    If you need ideas, try posting in the IFQ FAP forum - it's a great place to exchange inspiration!
    Judi Kirk and Donna Abrams are your hosts.
    Sign ups open February 15.
    Moderators: Judi K, Donna A
    6 Topics
    74 Posts
    Last post by Karin F View the latest post
    on Mon Apr 07, 2008 5:24 am
  • IFQ FAP (Fiber Arts Postcard) 'I Hate Housework!'
    Mini pieces of art on the theme of housework and how to avoid it! Made into 4" x 6" rectangular shapes, there are dyed,painted,crayoned, discharged, photo transferred, and even copper foiled cards. They make mail delivery time something to look forward to.
    Sign ups open April 15
    Moderators: Judi K, Donna A
    4 Topics
    40 Posts
    Last post by Karen T View the latest post
    on Tue Jun 10, 2008 1:48 pm
  • IFQ FAP (Fiber Art Postcards) 'Favorite Films'
    Make a FAP based on your favorite film. If you're like us, you've got lots of favorite films and you are spilt for choice...so you'll just have to make lots of FAPs!!
    Sign ups open June 15 with your hosts Donna Abrams and Judi Kirk.
    Moderators: Judi K, Donna A
    2 Topics
    12 Posts
    Last post by Kari R View the latest post
    on Tue Jul 22, 2008 10:24 pm
  • IFQ Crazy Quilt RR Hearts and Flowers
    The next round sign ups open on 21 May and this subject gives heaps of ideas with hearts and flowers. Val Dickinson and Janet Lucas are your 'crazy' hosts who will soon guide you through.
    Moderators: Janet L, Val D
    6 Topics
    114 Posts
    Last post by Joyce J View the latest post
    on Wed Jul 23, 2008 11:38 pm
  • IFQ Crazy Quilt Round Robin
    Crazy quilting was often used in Victorian times as a status symbol. It would show off how good embroidery skills were and also show how well off people were because they could afford to use exquisite and expensive fabrics.
    Today's CQ world is very different and combines modern and traditional fabrics and threads to use CQ mostly as an expression of our creativeness.
    Moderators: Janet L, anicatt, Val D
    9 Topics
    476 Posts
    Last post by Tine D View the latest post
    on Wed Jul 02, 2008 10:45 am
  • IFQ Machine Embroidery
    Here is a place to talk about automatic machine embroidery and embroidery software things.
    2 Topics
    28 Posts
    Last post by Dawn Gu View the latest post
    on Wed Aug 08, 2007 6:31 pm
  • IFQ Sew & Share
    This will be the place to discuss interesting points on sewing - perhaps something in the Sew & Share Gallery and discuss further. Any fibre/sewn items will be valid.

    Moderators: Bobbie B, Tarnyia S
    12 Topics
    193 Posts
    Last post by Annette S View the latest post
    on Thu Jun 26, 2008 11:12 am
  • IFQ Works In Progress
    Share comments, questions, and advice about those unfinished projects in your sewing room! You asked for it, and IFQ delivers!
    2 Topics
    3 Posts
    Last post by James View the latest post
    on Sun Apr 27, 2008 3:26 pm
  • IFQ Digital Quilting Discussions
    This is the place to discuss any of your quilt software projects.
    1 Topics
    3 Posts
    Last post by Mary Lou P View the latest post
    on Mon Feb 05, 2007 12:43 pm
  • IFQ EQ Electric Quilt Software
    Are you an EQ5 user? Use this forum to discuss this software. Ask questions and share your knowledge with fellow IFQ members.
    10 Topics
    126 Posts
    Last post by Joyce J View the latest post
    on Thu Jan 17, 2008 6:32 am
  • IFQ Electric Quilt Round Robin 2007
    This event works like a traditional Round Robin with a contemporary twist! We will be creating our quilts in the Electric Quilt software and then uploading the file to the site so the next member of your team can download it and add their touches.
    Sign ups open November 1.
    Moderators: Daniela M, Nathalie C
    7 Topics
    98 Posts
    Last post by Nathalie C View the latest post
    on Tue Dec 18, 2007 9:59 am
  • IFQ Favorite Things
    This is a place for members to share their thoughts on favorite notions and tools.
    5 Topics
    49 Posts
    Last post by Carole Be View the latest post
    on Mon Feb 11, 2008 8:25 am
  • IFQ Knitting
    Do you like to sling string with sticks? This is the place to talk about your knitting!
    6 Topics
    27 Posts
    Last post by Tine D View the latest post
    on Wed Jul 25, 2007 3:24 am
  • IFQ Measurement & Cutting
    Measuring and Cutting is critical to your final outcome. Post your problems, questions and tips here.
    5 Topics
    27 Posts
    Last post by Elaine R View the latest post
    on Wed Jun 13, 2007 7:16 am
  • IFQ Quilt Talk
    Here's the place to talk about quilt making! Looking for block ideas, construction help?
    15 Topics
    76 Posts
    Last post by Barbara Sr View the latest post
    on Mon Mar 31, 2008 1:13 pm
  • IFQ To Dye For
    Are you passionate about color? Do you live to dye? Talk all about it here!
    11 Topics
    56 Posts
    Last post by Barbara M View the latest post
    on Wed Jul 25, 2007 7:53 pm
  • IFQ Working out the Snags
    Run into a "snag" and need some advice? We've all been there and can share our experiences!
    1 Topics
    1 Posts
    Last post by Barbara Sr View the latest post
    on Mon Mar 31, 2008 1:10 pm
  • IFQ Gift Ideas
    Searching for or found a new gift idea recently? Here's the place to exchange our thoughts and maybe come up with some new ideas together!
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