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Thank you for all your suggestions. I used to make crate quilts for my shelter a long time ago. They would give me donated large bed quilts and I would turn them into many crate quilts. Now that I am retired I can start making them again. ❤

Your designs are so cute!❤ Wonder if you need a cordless mic?

Fun video! Thanks! The men in my family absolutely LOVE mug rugs! They're gamers, as well as outdoorsmen, and spend a lot of time on their computers. The mug rugs protect their keyboards. I'm making "space" themed quilts for two of the grandkids. One wants to be an engineer and the other an astrophysicist.

Great tip! Thank you.

Too many selvages in those Moda bags for me.

I LIVE in Paducah. The Sewing Emporium is fantastic. Cheryl is a delight. She is live on Facebook and CZcams every Friday night at 7 pm Central Time. She also has an online store. A shop wonderful shop you missed was Backyard Fabrics in Mayfield. Mayfield is an hour outside of Paducah but it is WONDERFUL!!

I sew mats for our local shelter. They have never specified what they want (no batting vs batting), or what size. I make 12" square for the kitties and they fit perfectly. The mats I use have two layers of batting. Our local shelter loves the way I make mine as they wash up so well.

Oh My Gracious!!!! This video pooped up in my feed...you now have a new subscriber! What adorable menfolk you have! LOVE this video. Put a smile on my face. Blessings from Texas! 🤠🤠💖💖

I have one. It's actually quite new, I bought it a few months ago from a site that sells a lot of off-grid supplies. Yes, it is still actually being made today! It did not come with a trivet. I have a metal can I use for a trivet. It is difficult to use because it has to be heated on a range and like you said, in the Goldylocks heat...not too hot, not too cold, but just right. I try to time how long I heat mine. Yes, actually there are still people who live off the grid, even today. Something else about my iron. It has a removable wooden handle. However, I have found that the handle doesn't really stay cool...I have touched it before only to find it SCORCHINGLY hot! So, I have found that wearing thick leather gloves really helps a lot. If I'm doing a lot of ironing, I've also noticed that the heat WILL eventually seep thru the thick leather of the gloves. These are gloves that are designed for welding.

How tall are you? I am about 5' 3" and wondering if it would work for me.

Great idea! I've not made any yet.

Thank you for giving the measurements, amounts of fabric and details.

Thank you. Your storage ideas are great! 😊

My wife and I enjoyed the Quilts for Men episodes very much. It offered practical advice for the wife and shared enjoyment for us both. I, too, have taken a nap at the Missouri Star man cave in Hamilton. Thank you very much.

Excellent way to practice free motion quilting

OMGosh! I have men in my family….this was so sweet and very funny- and thoughtful. ❤️

A few years back I collected bags, that my Dad’s rice was sold in and made my first quilt, in memory of him.

Throw in a drier first on just air. Will catch a lot of lint before you wash

Love the comment that suggested this as a Girl Scout project! I have loads of fabric and this is a simple, skill building idea for a teen to learn and what a great cause. I will look into this in my area.

I made myself a lap quilt with flannel on the back, my dog just loves cuddling with me when I use my quilt, she snuggles with her nose ad get comfy for a snooze.

I would love to make Kennel Quilts but fabric being expensive for an old lady on a measly social security….if there is an organization that donates for such a product I would really like to do this also lap quilts for veterans.

That is a great idea

There’s a book called 101 patchwork potholders. I’ve been trying to make them. I’m getting better at it 😬

I am in Branson now. I have been to both the quilted cow and Quilts and Quilts. I had a great time! It is so hot here. We leave to head home tomorrow.

What a great idea! This also would be a good Girl Scout project❤️

These are great practice projects!

Oh Milo! 😂

These 2 are funny!!😂😂🎉😂🎉😂🎉

Great video subject & so nice to meet your family !

Thank you for the great tips Michelle. It does feel good to make cat mats and kennel pads. When I make them I use up scraps of fabric and batting for filling. I make a sort of pillow form and make another “ pretty” covering for it.

I made some for the animal shelter in my area. They love them. I thought they would use them inside the shelter but what they are doing is every time a dog or cat gets adopted they ask the furever pet owners to pick one of the pet quilts. Apparently , it's going so well that they wrote an article about me making them. I'm now known asthe quilt lady"... LoL 😂 I like making them for these animals because with an imperfection ...it doesn't matter. It also allows me to practice a certain block. I also write on them things like in a scrappy quilt " mutts rules" "Mutts are Loyal"... In another one I wrote "sleep eat play heel sit stay treat and repeat" Stuff like that. Anyways, like I said it's a good way to practice certain blocks and see if I like the block enough for a full quilt. ...and oh! I also have purchased panels on sale.

I make lots of pads for our local cat shelter and I often use flannel or fleece on both sides to make them a little softer. Lots of that fabric has cat prints on it. I turn them inside out and machine quilt just like you do. They are always appreciated and given when someone adopts a cat.

You are terrific!! Barb

I have donated dog/cats beds for years but never quilts. Will look into this.

Sleep In Heavenly Peace could use twin size quilts.

We learned about your doggy on this video!!

Went to Branson with one of my sons and their two boys. We all loved it!

My shelter will not take any pads whatsoever. The dogs rip them to shreds. Gotta do better research.

Thank you. I am always interested in ways to help our local community. Bonus for this project is I’ll get quilting practice while reducing my fabric stash. It’s a win-win.

This is a great idea for any quilter to have a break from the usual piecing! Sometimes we just need a simple project that makes you feel good when it's done. It's always a good thing to give your time for others!

I have donated to my local shelter through the Snuggles project for years. They say no batting for dog quilts. You can use an old towel instead. Also, patchwork can be torn at the seams, so whole-cloth quilts are preferable.

I will look into this organization. Thank you, Michelle, for reminding us to share our talents with others.🐾🐾

Happy Wednesday, Michelle! Where the heck did August - this year so far, go! It’s craizey! Slow down “Father Time,” please! This is a wonderful idea! Also, vets often welcome them, too🫶🫶🫶

Quilts and Quilts shop is awesome and the owners as well. Been going to their shop for many years. Super nice people.

As happy as I am that you are happy to have your fabrics, I’m one that helped build the business when it was full on fashion fabric! Unfortunately, for me and dozens of other fashion sewers, we must drive two-three hours. I wish we had a corner; I’ve almost begged. 🤣 I have tried mail order and I’m not happy with that. Now, I do love a Tuscan Rose. I knit and Patty is so talented. I also love Muppin’s Sewing Emporium. I know she’s quilted related, but I’ve found ways to incorporate some quilt things into my clothing. Some of the fabric manipulation is similar to things I learned in heirloom sewing. Hopefully, I’m not too much of a downer because what I love was taken away. I’m happy you enjoyed your trip.

Not at this time. Pop in to "visit" them when I am in Missouri otherwise I order from them. Each time I visit I look for the "fabric police" as I'm leaving the shop with my bags FULL of loot!!

Very informative

I know this video is a year old but I love❤❤ the quilt behind you.