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imjustaguywhoquilts

imjustaguywhoquilts
Date Joined: June 29, 2009
Last Online: July 4, 2010
Birthday: July 14
Country: United States
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About Me

I LOVE PRIVATE SWAPS.
IF YOU WANT TO DO A PRIVATE FABRIC SWAP WITH ME JUST ASK.

Things I'm looking for....

Kei Daisy Dots

Amy Butler Seeds in Red and Aqua

Amy Butler Midwest Modern Happy Dots Grey

Pez (All colors except Red Multi)

Moda Swell

Other Urban Chicks, try me :)

FMF Seeds

Red and Aqua Combinations

Katie Jump Rope Light Blue/Green Dots

Katie Jump Rope Yellow Dots

Other Katie Jump Rope

Park Slope Pebbles in Turquoise

Owl Fabric

Hi there! My name is Ryan. My family and I live in upstate, NY. Delhi to be exact (pronounced Del HIGH). We are located on the outskirts of the Catskill Mountains, between Albany and Binghamton. About 3 hours from NYC.

I am one of those rare male quilters. Well, I guess, not so rare any more. I've run into so many since discovering the BLOG!

I am the father of 2 young boys. My wife is a scrapbooker. We just converted a second livingroom to a new quilting/crafting studio. We both work full time and most of our creative ventures happen after 9PM when the kiddos are in bed.

I didn't start quilting until my mid twenties. I'm 29 now, so that's not too long ago. At the time my first son was due to be born in a few months and my wife and I had decided to make the curtains our self for our sons room. Now I'm not sure If my wife was not feeling well or I was just on a roll with the painting and putting together of the room (I can't stop myself with the projects sometimes) but I ended up making the curtains. They came out well, and I must have gotten the bug! I've been using the sewing machine ever since!

Favorite Music

I like pretty much everything from classical to pop. Recently I've been on an 80's rock kick.

Some of the most listened to artists on my ipod: Heart, Bon Jovi, Steve Miller Band, Aerosmith.

Favorite Books

I like to read mysteries and horror/thriller. I am a member of the Dorchester Publishing Leisure Horror Book Club. Some of my favorite authors are: Stephen King, Kathy Reichs, Patricia Cornwell, Faye Kellerman, Brian Keene.

For a break from all things horror, I am currently enjoying the Elm Creek Quilts Series.

I can't get enough Kathy Reichs. I devour her novels as soon as they come out.

Favorite Television

My wife and I are total Food Network Junkies. Our favorite shows are: Barefoot Contessa and Paula's Best Dishes.

We also watch Bones, CSI Miami, The First 48, Intervention (anything A&E), Scrubs, Fringe, Six Feet Under, True Blood, any classics like Green Acres, Pettycoat Junction; shows from my childhood especially.

Favorite Crafts

I enjoy quilting and craft making in general. I'll pretty much try anything.

Things I Like or Enjoy

  1. Contemporary and Modern Fabrics (Amy Butler, Joel Dewberry, Mark Lipinski, Tula Pink, Tanya Whelan, Kaffe Fassett, Anna Maria Horner, Erin McMorris, Heather Bailey, Heather Ross, Valori Wells, Michael Miller, Paula Prass, Some Moda, Sandi Henderson, etc.)
  2. Moda's Nouveau Line
  3. Clover Rotary Cutters
  4. Hershey's Chocolate
  5. COFFEE
  6. Vintage Quilting and Sewing Notions
  7. Aqua and Red color combination.
  8. Gnomes
  9. Japanese Fabrics
  10. Ric Rac/Ribbons
  11. Linnen/Cotton Blend Fabrics
  12. Mixed CDs
  13. Paperback Books
  14. Cat's and Dogs (we have 2 of each!)
  15. Interesting Postcards/Business Cards
  16. Stickers!
  17. Ephemera either digital or paper.
  18. Handmade Candles/Tarts
  19. Quilt Blocks
  20. Pearl Cotton Floss
  21. Foreign Candy
  22. Fabric Scrap Bags
  23. Stuff that reminds me I am an 80's child!
  24. Recycled notebooks and postcards
  25. Scrapbooking papers
  26. Surprises!
  27. 100% COTTON QUILTING FABRIC
  28. Flower gardening
  29. Wonderland by Momo for Moda
  30. Used Books (Horror/Thriller)
  31. Quilting Magazines
  32. Batiks

Things I'm NOT Looking For

  1. Any chocolate other than Hershey's
  2. Primitive or Fabric that screams COUNTRY (I have lots already!)
  3. Novelty Prints
  4. Anything Black Licorice Flavored

I'm not too picky.

Ratings

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Comment: Marked as sent on 06/22, still haven't received anything as of today. Maybe it's been shipped via surface? I'll change the rating if something shows up. Update: 09/18: I was SO excited to have you as my partner as I love your work and your taste in fabric. But nothing ever arrived, so the rating stays.
lou1963 rated for MODERN 6 in. Fabric Charm Swap #2 on Jun 26, 2010
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Comment: thank you Ryan!
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Comment: This was awesome - writing, as I wished for, and an extra FQ, too - thank you so much! The writing-fabric is just perfect!!!!
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Comment: Thank you for the lovely modern noodle. The colour blends well with other noodles I have received.
cookiej36 rated for MODERN 6 in. Fabric Charm Swap #2 on Jun 16, 2010
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Comment: Ryan: I'm speechless! Thank you so much for the charms! I can't believe you sent so many hard to find and out of print fabrics! Some of these, I never thought I'd see in real life! Again, thank you so much! Oh and if you have any more of these in your way, contact me, I would be glad to buy some from you! I am in rural TX and many of these are not available in this area! Thanks again! Leslie
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Comment: It came today....love all of it (especially the dots, like you couldn't guess)
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Comment: Love the colors, thanks!
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Comment: Thanks again for the wonderful swap!
Ky rated for Miniature Quilt Swap #7 on Jun 3, 2010
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Comment: Swap was due to be sent out on 4-23, you marked sent on 4-25 but nothing has arrived yet. I sent you a message almost a week ago but no reply. I will be happy to re-rate. Update: YAY! It arrived and it is beautiful, I love it! Awesome fabrics and great workmanship! Thanks so much!
Response: Glad you are happy with the mini Ky. So sorry to make you wait. I've been really busy lately. See you around Swap-Bot!
cllfdl rated for Fabric Fat Quarter Request Line R3 on May 27, 2010
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Comment: Loved the fabrics you shared - Thanks again for the letting me participate in your fun swap!
busymoma4 rated for MODERN 6 in. Fabric Charm Swap #1 on May 8, 2010
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Comment: Got my package! Love the fabrics! Can't wait to play with them
OiGirl rated for 5" Fabric Charm Square Swap #26 on May 5, 2010
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Comment: Thanks for the noodle! I love the fabric you sent!
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Comment: Thank you! I got your package after returning from my LQS on an orange and green spree, the Bubblegum Basics you sent fit in perfectly!
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Comment: Love the colors Ryan! Thanks!!
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Comments

crochetjunkie on Feb 13, 2010:

ladydy5 on Dec 10, 2009:

Never swapped with the male species like this swap so I am axiously awaiting the arrival of your Mini Quilt. I think you are just great.

crochetjunkie on Oct 29, 2009:

Happy Halloween!

TC on Sep 15, 2009:

Thanks for the shop recommendation! I stopped in there yesterday. Nice store. I managed to muster up some restraint and walked out with only one pattern and a package of fat quarters. :)

ruthann46 on Sep 3, 2009:

Hi, I was just reading your profile since I joined your Lotto and coffee/tea swap. I know exactly where Delhi is. I'm about 1 1/2 hrs., if that, away from you. My Mom was born in Bloomville and I have a cousin in Delhi. Linda Davidson(Carl). Have you heard of her? I'm in Beacon, just south of Poughkeepsie. Ruth (ruthann46)

TerryF on Aug 10, 2009:

To The Nuts for Sewing Group

scottieacres on Jul 1, 2009:

welcome to swapbot! I recognize you from your blog (yes I follow it!)

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