Comments for karen ponischil

Comment on Too much fun….. by Elaine Novak

Elaine Novak — Wed, 09 May 2012 22:14:11 +0000

Love this idea! No wonder you were pawing thru the wastbaskets!

Comment on Studio organization advice needed! by Karen

Karen — Wed, 28 Mar 2012 19:54:24 +0000

Hi Elaine ~
I knew I could count on you for a reply.
The door is plywood and I’m going to have the carpenter put legs on it when he installs the new door.
I had no idea about the machine lift system…that’s a great idea.
And, I’m liking the idea about the ironing table….the pointy end is a pain…most of the time I turn it around and use the square end.

I’m going to put a link on facebook and see what other quilty people may have to say.
Thanks for responding.
Karen

Comment on Studio organization advice needed! by Elaine Novak

Elaine Novak — Wed, 28 Mar 2012 17:55:32 +0000

Reuse, recycle, re-purpose – you’ve got it all Karen! Is the door solid wood or hollow-core? You may need some bracing if hollow core. You can also purchase a sewing machine lift system like you find in cabinetry and mount so you can lower/raise machine to whatever height you want, even to disappear and put in the section cut out to make a solid surface. Do mount the machine back from the edge – mine is not and I find it very uncomfortable. Find the measurement that fits your sewing posture/arrangement of your arms to remove the stress on all body parts. The length of the door should be what fits in your space. From the layout it looks like there may be not much room to get to the door? You might have to put it on sawhorses and try out different arrangements before you decide on the one that fits the room and your maneuverability. If you do cut the door, I highly recommend the ironing surface – I have a 24″w x 60″l top (that my husband put legs and shelves under) and it works like a dream. No pointy end to deal with like an ironing board. More decisions to make – sorry about that. Good luck and can’t wait to see the final results. Elaine

Comment on January had been a blur…. by Elai

Elai — Sun, 29 Jan 2012 18:22:30 +0000

Got my blocks all done for the last three months (2 in Dec and the Jan) – YEAH!! Love the photos and expect to see a creation or two from you in the near future,

Comment on December BONUS Block by Karen

Karen — Thu, 22 Dec 2011 13:32:41 +0000

I’m so glad you like the bonus block Joyce. Merry Christmas and Happy New Year to you! Karen

Comment on December BONUS Block by joyce

joyce — Thu, 22 Dec 2011 11:57:46 +0000

I fiddled around a little longer and was able to get it!!! Thanks, I love it. Can’t wait to see the next one!!! God Bless and have a very Merry Christmas, Joyce

Comment on December BONUS Block by joyce

joyce — Thu, 22 Dec 2011 11:42:55 +0000

I love the block but I can’t figure out where to go to download it!!! I have been collecting all of your blocks to make a quilt for Breast Cancer in the Spring. Thanks, Joyce

Comment on December BONUS Block by Karen

Karen — Tue, 13 Dec 2011 15:00:54 +0000

I’m glad you like the blue bird, it was fun to make….the flower needed something else.
I can’t wait to see the fence design…sounds like a great idea.
Happy Holidays,
Karen

Comment on December BONUS Block by Elaine Novak

Elaine Novak — Tue, 13 Dec 2011 14:38:25 +0000

Love the new bonus block! Especially the blue bird of happiness
I have a fence design that will share when we meet in Jan, I think it will work really well for sashing.
Elaine N

Comment on It’s done and on it’s way to Studio E by Elaine Novak

Elaine Novak — Wed, 12 Oct 2011 16:00:48 +0000

Kudos to you – Twice!! Your Pretty Little Poppy is so clever and your award at the Cabarrus show is well deserved. Looking forward to more of your designs and inspiration. See you soon. E