tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7593114644785141187.post6868731676939561542..comments2024-03-17T11:47:12.098-06:00Comments on Dining Room Empire: Quilt Snob?Cheryl Arkisonhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/13552721454371060936noreply@blogger.comBlogger34125tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7593114644785141187.post-50233147664074523602011-07-21T11:36:23.984-06:002011-07-21T11:36:23.984-06:00Cheryl, thank you for this thoughtful post. I fou...Cheryl, thank you for this thoughtful post. I found myself nodding my head as I read it, agreeing with the points you make. <br /><br />And thank you for sharing your knowledge with us. You are an inspiration in my quilting life, to be sure!lizhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/01626715334001203401noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7593114644785141187.post-38712800324734646102011-06-15T19:52:55.029-06:002011-06-15T19:52:55.029-06:00G'day! I'm from Australia so we really don...G'day! I'm from Australia so we really don't have traditons or generations of quilters with opinions, unless I'm just outta the loop!<br />I am so surprised to see such venom in the quilting world. Isn't this a craft that spreads love and comfort, where is that? <br />I have been quilting for some years and here there is not a lot of traditional quilting, hand piecing and the like- what my local quilt shop (which was my only contact with the quilting world till I discovered blogs) was quick machine strip work, applique and some embroidery, all depending on what pattern was put in front of us.<br />Thanks to blogs I don't need a pattern anymore, I can truely be creative, I can see different techniques and try them for myself, I'm actually enjoying paper piecing, who would have thought a quilt could be done all by hand! I have found it hard to learn how to just hand piece. What stitch do you use? How can it be accurate? What is a set in piece and how do you do it? These are things you all in America probably know, over here, we are just learning. Learning. <br />So I really appreciate giving people like you that teaches me how to do circles, how to improvise, add a little tradition and inspire me with pictures of quilts I will never feel confident to start or attempt to make (your Dad's roots quilt is so beautiful and amazing) but encourage me so much to push myself to try new things. Thank you.<br />I don't believe the quilt snob is you, did you read the comments on some of those, they may find pinwheels easy, good for them, but if I don't have someone to show me, how will I learn. They have no idea of the damage they do. Keep up the good work.<br />P.S. Have people forgotten- If you have nothing kind to say, shut the hell up!Coraleehttps://www.blogger.com/profile/16733472461377103896noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7593114644785141187.post-50187044448760780962011-05-10T11:45:17.354-06:002011-05-10T11:45:17.354-06:00I spent way too much time reading comments on this...I spent way too much time reading comments on this very topic, when my time would have been better spent sewing. And then I wrote my own thoughts on it, on how things are mostly just variations on a theme, and we should just do what makes each of us personally happy. <br /><br />Can't we all just get along? <br /><br />Thanks for your comments and now I'm off to do some sewing...Live a Colorful Lifehttps://www.blogger.com/profile/17411002666719287765noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7593114644785141187.post-52640701473687953432011-05-02T11:23:27.762-06:002011-05-02T11:23:27.762-06:00It's interesting to hear your thoughts on the ...It's interesting to hear your thoughts on the subject. I have a lot of thoughts on all of this too, but I'll limit my comments. A lot of these issues would go away if people would just treat each other with kindness and respect.<br />As far as big name bloggers refusing to comment on other peoples' blogs....i'd love to have a conversation about this on the side.This one must hit close to home, because it's hard to not feel defensive about this one. I don't refuse to, but i wish i would take more time to comment on other blogs. When it comes down to it, there is only so much time in a day. As you well know.Amanda Jeanhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/06311818385469850186noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7593114644785141187.post-42366374913123489722011-05-01T14:26:11.669-06:002011-05-01T14:26:11.669-06:00PS:
Sonia said...
quilting snob: a person wh...PS: <br />Sonia said...<br /><br /> quilting snob: a person who would not dare buy fabric at joann's or hobby lobby, and loves to blab it all over the internet. <br />^ What she said. :Djesshttps://www.blogger.com/profile/14868502038761005783noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7593114644785141187.post-73727525303466895472011-05-01T14:21:02.913-06:002011-05-01T14:21:02.913-06:00You kill me. The dad comment had me laughing- when...You kill me. The dad comment had me laughing- when I lost my own father a few years ago, he left me his very sour humor. :) <br />I think you have the right idea! I don't know why bloggers want to talk smack about other bloggers and quilters- what, exactly, is the point? I want to make my own work better, and I am glad you like to encourage quilters to take pride in their work. And break away from patterns. :)<br />Take care. ::hugs::jesshttps://www.blogger.com/profile/14868502038761005783noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7593114644785141187.post-40639192180946399372011-05-01T07:31:43.099-06:002011-05-01T07:31:43.099-06:00No one wants to be called any sort of name, even s...No one wants to be called any sort of name, even snob. If the definition of snob is to want to do things in a certain way then I probably am on every single day in a multitude of ways. I like my coffee made a certain way -- when my hubby thinks he is making a cup of coffee for me, I quietly go and dump the pot and remake it how I like. With quilts, there are ways of sewing seams and cutting fabrics that make it easier to continue to the next steps in quilting. If your seams and points match the quilt will lay flat and be easier to quilt, even if you stipple it. If a person wants to be messy about the beginning work, the final product may please the maker, but the effort would be obviously lacking when someone else looks at it -- and that is okay if they keep their mouth closed. Everyone progresses in the things they do and discover new and better methods of achieving the end product. <br /><br />It takes time to learn and if you or me or anyone is going to critisize work, that person should also be willing to kindly show a better, easier, or more accurate method to create the same thing.<br /><br />My first few quilts were not at all well done but my toddlers thought they were wonderful and 30 years ago, there were no QUILT SHOPS so I had to learn by books or by Kay's Quilting on TV.<br /><br />If you ask me, I will gladly share the things I learned. My father used to say, the first part of life is for learning the last half of life is for teaching...Susan J Barkerhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/05706646375716992138noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7593114644785141187.post-66706348540051196772011-04-30T20:13:32.354-06:002011-04-30T20:13:32.354-06:00I actually followed your comment from that post to...I actually followed your comment from that post to your blog. I didn't comment on the post, but I appreciate your post diving deeper into it. I pretty much ignore it. I stopped following people I didn't feel were very 'nice' for lack of a better word. I just enjoy everything I do and to heck with those that might want to bring me down. I have to live with what I make, not them.Melissahttp://www.melissamade.comnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7593114644785141187.post-52461146854928667252011-04-30T06:10:23.936-06:002011-04-30T06:10:23.936-06:00So sorry about your Dad. You're gonna need th...So sorry about your Dad. You're gonna need that elephant skin. My Dad died 17 years ago and it STILL sucks!<br /><br />Your sense of humor is going to get you through just about anything :-)<br /><br />PS: I didn't know a quilt snob debate issue was going 'round. Think I'll stick my nose in the air and ignore it ;-)Anonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7593114644785141187.post-37996704489322837742011-04-30T03:15:59.768-06:002011-04-30T03:15:59.768-06:00Yes, I've been called a snob (not a quilt snob...Yes, I've been called a snob (not a quilt snob, per say) and I think it's been born from a sense of my passion for something. I'd admit that I'm a snob about some things.<br /><br />I think the snobbery is born from a lack of objectivity or willingness to be conscientious of another's passion. I've noticed this is particularly bad at, of all places, the local modern quilt guild where the discussion inevitably becomes a bashing of traditional quilters. If these ladies were a bit more aware, I hope they'd recognize that most of the quilts they consider 'modern' actually have a very clear tradition foundation.Jocelynhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/04448487700180413728noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7593114644785141187.post-54065161215166258722011-04-29T14:22:36.913-06:002011-04-29T14:22:36.913-06:00Am feeling a bit better about falling away from th...Am feeling a bit better about falling away from the blog world over the last year after hearing that there's some of this un-fun stuff going on. <br /><br />I love coming by here as you always inspire me :-)<br /><br />Much love to you on the loss of your dad...so sorry to hear it.Samanthahttps://www.blogger.com/profile/12858005305717774606noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7593114644785141187.post-50523567459870229342011-04-29T09:30:29.908-06:002011-04-29T09:30:29.908-06:00I like quality and try to teach my students proper...I like quality and try to teach my students proper technique. I tell them that now they know and it is up to them to do it or not. The petty, cutting people down is too junior high for me. People practice, people are challenged, people get better, that's why bees are good, but many blocks haven't made it into my quilts and that's ok.<br /><br />I'm sorry about your Dad. I hope you have many fond memories that keep him alive in your heart. We know that disease all too much in our family.Anonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7593114644785141187.post-40436295288776330272011-04-29T06:05:56.399-06:002011-04-29T06:05:56.399-06:00I think quilt snobs are those who look down on the...I think quilt snobs are those who look down on their noses at people who do things differently than they do. I have done a good job skirting the latest debates and snarly conversations in the quilting community. I started to read about it and ultimately decided to stop because it was only bringing me down. I read a lot of quilting, knitting and creative blogs and I recognize that those tutorials, posts and projects that people share take time to create and then document. I do not have a blog (yet) where I share my own projects but I'm considering it. I would hope that if people had negative comments, they would keep them to themselves or share what them constructively. No one benefits from hurtful words. I appreciate your blog and always get something from your posts. (and I agree with Betty Crocker Ass--I iron differently now because of you.)Suzannehttps://www.blogger.com/profile/02568944733073812787noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7593114644785141187.post-77276973798191228492011-04-28T21:20:19.420-06:002011-04-28T21:20:19.420-06:00Cheryl, y ou have inspired me to try quilting with...Cheryl, y ou have inspired me to try quilting with your blog and your enthusiasm. Your compliment when I sent you a pic of my first really homemade piece inspired me to continue. You are NO snob-not even close.<br /><br />I am so sorry about your father passing, Cheryl. I remember well the quilt you all made of his garden for him-a lovelier piece I‘ve not seen in a long time. May great memories take sorrow’s place for all of you.Lynda Halliger Otvos (Lynda M O)https://www.blogger.com/profile/08938791116446859160noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7593114644785141187.post-37674968674552615482011-04-28T20:04:17.034-06:002011-04-28T20:04:17.034-06:00Who knew there was so much going on behind the sce...Who knew there was so much going on behind the scenes at these quilting blogs?!? I read a few because they've got pretty pictures, but I had no idea how deep opinions ran on quilting. Wow - kind of exciting to know opinions are so strongly held!sulu-designhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/14997610829986070303noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7593114644785141187.post-19185203233311242292011-04-28T19:17:51.134-06:002011-04-28T19:17:51.134-06:00I think people have too much time on their hands! ...I think people have too much time on their hands! I skimmed a few posts, a few comments, got cranky and moved on to sewing! I mean really, I think I finished my king quilt in the time that some people spent reading/thinking about this. Totally serious here.<br /><br />As a new quilter, you were one of the first blogs that inspired me, taught me and encouraged me to do better. I mean heavens you literally taught me how to iron!<br /><br />People who are quilt snobs have probably always been a snob and will continue to be a snob. <br /><br />Wait, now I forgot the question?<br /><br />Whatever it was I totally agree with you and think all this should end and everyone should get back to their lives and creating!Anonymoushttps://www.blogger.com/profile/06564945219896608065noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7593114644785141187.post-40726987422914527842011-04-28T19:00:25.379-06:002011-04-28T19:00:25.379-06:00quilting snob: a person who would not dare buy fab...quilting snob: a person who would not dare buy fabric at joann's or hobby lobby, and loves to blab it all over the internet. <br /><br />Oh, oh....and those who go by name alone. Some bloggers/quilters only go to Joann's now because they heard they are carrying Denyse Schmidt. The fabric is cute/pretty, but there's MUCH better fabric there, and just the same qualty and price.Soniahttps://www.blogger.com/profile/04436853836858875290noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7593114644785141187.post-18554969547957314602011-04-28T18:05:32.206-06:002011-04-28T18:05:32.206-06:00Amen !I believe the judgements should be left wher...Amen !I believe the judgements should be left where they are meant to be in a quilt show. Lets make quilts and share our love for doing so.vikkiihttps://www.blogger.com/profile/13493592267179019121noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7593114644785141187.post-60034843805895585152011-04-28T15:44:57.386-06:002011-04-28T15:44:57.386-06:00I love reading your blog, and especially your opin...I love reading your blog, and especially your opinions. I comments when I want to, or not. You a snob? No definitely not, keep doing it your way :) Here's to a lifelong venture in self expression :)Trudihttps://www.blogger.com/profile/06105739423187659152noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7593114644785141187.post-30791758121841251622011-04-28T15:40:13.641-06:002011-04-28T15:40:13.641-06:00The difficult part about this being a web-based co...The difficult part about this being a web-based community is that there is very little personal interaction. I think if we knew each other, we would be less critical, and who knows, we might even like each other even if our quilting likes and dislikes vary! All I know is, I have learned from every blog I have visited, and I have nothing but gratitude for the people who post about their quilts and their passion for quilting. <br /><br />And, Amen to Abby's comment.Token Asian Friendhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/01705028996171498216noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7593114644785141187.post-78517500025628809982011-04-28T12:53:25.608-06:002011-04-28T12:53:25.608-06:00I agree with Two Hippos that I think the "sno...I agree with Two Hippos that I think the "snob" label comes from those reacting quickly to the words they are reading. Also, I'm sure that words that were written with some haste and definite passion have been interpreted as more harsh than the writer intended (*cough* my own *cough*). I know I was certainly reminded that most people don't speak "Michelle" and I perhaps ought to have rephrased some things. <br /><br />I think people are entitled to their opinions, and I think no one should be too terribly upset that these opinions are expressed - this happens in every other niche, why can't it also happen in the sewing community? I also think readers should remember that some of these opinion writers are better than others at phrasing things in ways that come off less harshly, and try to figure out the underlying sentiment, rather than just reacting to the words themselves. If that makes sense... (I'm clearly in the not-so-great opinion expression camp, lol!)<br /><br />I think constructive criticism is warranted if it furthers the collective opinion that quilting is ART. I feel like too many people don't take quilting seriously, and quite frankly, the sunshiney portrayal of it all doesn't really help matters any.<br /><br />Argh! The problem with one opinion is that it quickly leads to other related thoughts - it's difficult to keep the discussion narrow! My apologies for the rambling, I'm reigning it in now!~Michelle~https://www.blogger.com/profile/04891637374696344976noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7593114644785141187.post-54622233642830552102011-04-28T12:17:13.370-06:002011-04-28T12:17:13.370-06:00My reaction to quilt snobs is to ignore them (they...My reaction to quilt snobs is to ignore them (they're entitled to their opinions, certainly, but it doesn't mean I have to agree), and to feel sorry for them. Really, in my experience, anyone who thinks they have it all figured out? Is missing opportunities to grow and learn. And that's just sad.Meghttps://www.blogger.com/profile/15685176674707591308noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7593114644785141187.post-70296753416390882812011-04-28T11:39:29.117-06:002011-04-28T11:39:29.117-06:00Oh Cheryl! I really enjoyed your post! (I am ver...Oh Cheryl! I really enjoyed your post! (I am very sorry that you lost your father.)<br /><br />I was not aware of any debates, but I guess I'm not on any groups. I read the blogs I enjoy and don't read the ones I don't enjoy.<br /><br />And with new lambs hitting the ground each day, I'm reading fewer at the moment, but I'm so glad I caught this post!<br /><br />Like you, I have my own preferences, and like you, I hope quilters will learn to shy away from quilts made from pre-packaged layer cakes or jelly rolls, etc. I encourage quilters to put their own spin on their quilts, and use an assortment of unrelated fabrics that really speak to them. But I won't post my dislike of certain fabric lines! Say something nice or nothing at all. So whatever "debates" are going on, I'm ignorant of them, and blissfully so.<br /><br />I'm not a Modern Quilter, but I enjoy looking at many of the modern quilts being made!<br /><br />Let's quilt!<br /><br />~ Ronda, heading out to the pastures to see what new lambs have been born.Momma Made Thishttps://www.blogger.com/profile/16693510458953643109noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7593114644785141187.post-17084519400236347362011-04-28T10:14:14.673-06:002011-04-28T10:14:14.673-06:00There is a place for everyone in quilting as there...There is a place for everyone in quilting as there always was. Some people will have more resources and the ability to by more and better fabric, some will be more talented, and some will have passion. I have old quilts from my granrmother and her mother. Some are perfect, some are unevenly stitched with flour sacks, but all were made for a purpose and they served that, some were prize winning and some just coversfor cold feet. We all have different reasons for quilting and even the best quilter could learn from the very worst even if it is just what not to do. If you don't love it don't do it. If you do try to to appreciate all levels of quilting for what they are there will be less stress.<br /><br />By the way I am a pleasure quilter who makes quilts that I know aren't perfect or maybe even good, but they are all given to friends family or charity with love.stitchinpennyhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/06341867288910993051noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7593114644785141187.post-71777941466352967232011-04-28T10:11:07.112-06:002011-04-28T10:11:07.112-06:00I was involved in a bee that you utilized your own...I was involved in a bee that you utilized your own fabric to make a block for other participants, and some times I felt that the suggested preferences/desires were just a very narrow list of designer fabrics and not in the spirit of enjoying a block made for them by someone else. I made blocks that I thought would be enjoyed but chose not to go buy fabric that I didn't have. In one way I did feel my frustration was a bit hypocritical because in the same bee/situation I did want quilt shop quality fabric for blocks for me to ensure I wouldn't have colors running and a ruined quilt. My strategy for this situation was simple...once participants were not keeping with the spirit of the bee... I dropped out.karen @ badlandsquiltshttps://www.blogger.com/profile/04706161628403647287noreply@blogger.com