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4/21/2015

It’s getting to be time to work on some new designs. I’m trying to make sure that I am creating designs that meet the needs of the people buying them. My goal is to have them look fun and creative, but to use methods that are forgiving and generally beginner friendly. So here are a few questions I would love to have you answer for me! As usual, feel free to share also, the more people who answer the better! And for some extra incentive, on Sunday, April 26, I will draw a name from all of the comments, either here or on Facebook, and send the winner the kit of their choice, up to a $59 value!

Do you like patterns that are quick and easy, or do you like a challenge?
Do you see my designs/patterns as being quick and easy, or challenging? (Click here to see them)
Would you prefer patterns that are at least mostly traditional piecing, like the table runners, or do you like more unconventional methods like my curvy stripe backgrounds that are done by raw edge applique, like the recent wall hangings?
Which category do you fit into?

A. I like traditional quilting best

B. I like more creative quilts, but find them intimidating

C. I like to try new things with help from a pattern

D. I like to try new things on my own

E. something else I missed…

Any other comments or suggestions are welcome! Thanks in advance...

18 Comments

Beret Nelson

I am a homeschooling mom of three fun kids, who are now old enough that I have a little time to pursue my passion for sewing! After several years of making quilted cards and art quilts, I'm now designing kits and patterns. Some of my designs have been in Keepsake Quilting and Art Quilting Studios magazine! I teach classes online, and am starting to do more traveling and teaching. I also have many tutorials, including some on YouTube. I am blessed to live in Alaska where I am surrounded by the inspiration provided by the beauty of God's creation!
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Gay

4/21/2015 08:02:33 am

1. I like both, as long as they appeal to me
2.quick, but not really easy.
3.I personally do not prefer raw edges, but would convert pattern
4.I can't put myself in any of your categories!
I keep going back to traditional, but love art quilts too. I like trying new ideas and never completely make anything exactly like a pattern. I love your color combinations and patterns !

Angela Averill

4/21/2015 08:04:44 am

1. I like both. Sometimes I like quick and easy and other times I like to be challenged
2. You offer a good variety of both
3. Again I like to have the variety to fit my mood and/or available time
4. C. I like a pattern

Pam Bricher

4/21/2015 08:09:22 am

1. I like patterns that are easy and appear diffivult.
2. They appear easy with the look of a challenge. Love them.....
3. I like the new more unconventional items.
4.I like to try new things with the help from a pattern.

Aylisa

4/21/2015 08:12:07 am

1. Both. Depends on the mood I'm in. But for the most part quick and easy.
2. They seem pretty quick and easy.
3. Mostly traditional.
4. A, B, and D. I've actually never used a pattern, so I don't know if I'd like that!

julie c

4/21/2015 08:16:14 am

1. Both, sometimes I want to slide with a project that doesn't push my befuddled brain cells any further, other times nothing will do but a challenge.
2. Elements of both, that is why I love your designs.
3. Depending on the desired results, both design styles work.
4. E. Something else you missed, namely all of the above.

chris

4/21/2015 09:25:33 am

1. Quick and easy
2. A little challenging
3. Traditional
4. B

Sue Hepburn

4/21/2015 04:23:46 pm

1) Quick but not always easy.
2) Your patterns appear to be quick. There are some that look quite easy while others seem to be more of a challenge. I just found you today. Very happy I did!
3) I am loving your curvy stripe backgrounds. But I must admit, when it comes to quilting, I am a traditionalist at heart.
4) A. Although I am starting to branch out, a little.

Vicki Newman link

4/21/2015 07:37:08 pm

1.quick & easy
2.challenging
3.both,as i'am new to this
4.C.

Kaholly link

4/21/2015 08:25:53 pm

1. A bit of a challenge
2. Your patterns are just the right mix.
3. I'm a traditional quilter, but am always up for something new.
4. C

Marjorie

4/22/2015 12:40:27 am

1. a challenge
2. Love them both
3. enjoy wall hangings The Moos would be lovely at my daughters vacation home in Jackson Hole.
4. Your patterns are a mix of easy to challenging and appear to be quick.
5. love your creativity

Connie link

4/22/2015 01:39:58 am

1. I like both but seem to do more quick and easy.
2. Quick and easy
3. I like both and love raw edge applique
4. I seem to fit in all the categories at different times.

Nancy Myers

4/22/2015 05:46:37 am

1. Both
2.quick and easy
3.unconventional
4. D

Doris St John

4/22/2015 09:58:52 am

I wish I could have all your wall hangings and table runners.

Doris

4/24/2015 10:01:36 am

I would love to be able to create like you do. But I can't so doing your patterns lets me be creative with out having to do all the work. I can still add my own little things. Or your card patterns use my own colors.

Michelle Beaver

4/25/2015 06:28:18 am

Both quick and easy unconventional and all of the above

Virginia Ryser

4/25/2015 08:38:57 am

1. I like a challenge
2. I see the free form type as more challenging
3. I love raw edges.
4. I like to try new things with help from a pattern.

Linda

4/25/2015 09:47:49 am

1. I love both, it depends on how much time I have at the moment.
2. They look quick and easy to me. I have been a quilter for more than 20 years.
3. I do both, but I will confess to a preference to traditional a little more often.
4. c

Phoebe Smith

4/25/2015 10:15:56 pm

1. I like quick and easy most of the time so I can complete several projects, but I like a challenge every once in a while.
2. I think your projects are quick and easy for the quilter with experience.
3.I enjoy a combination.
4. C