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Stretches For Quilters

WEBGently pull the fingers down towards the floor and hold for 10-20 seconds, gently releasing your hand back to starting position. Repeat with the other hand. The tension in moving …

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Sew Smart: The Ergonomics of Healthy Quilting

WEBRose has been sewing for 45 years, quilting for 30, and personal training for 17. She teaches ergonomics and stretches for quilters to minimize pain and maximize sewing …

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Healthy Quilting equals Healthy Aging from the inside out.

WEBThis stunning Mariner's Compass quilt was lovingly sewn by Isobel King in her 90th year. She handpieced the compass blocks, machine stitched the borders and I machine …

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25 Stretches for Quilters & Pain-Free Quilting Tips are now on …

WEBHold your stretch. Breathe normally and hold each stretch for 20 - 30 seconds; in problem areas, you may need to start with just 10 -15 seconds and work your way up to a full …

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Cutting Table Height, Healthy Quilting with Rose Parr

WEBFor me it’s about a 4 inch drop from elbow to table (measured with arm kept neutral straight from elbow to fingertips). See photo. 39 minus 4 equals 35, so this means my cutting …

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sew healthy & happy

WEBMy new book "Sew Healthy & Happy" is here! This quilter's survival guide combines my 15 years in the health and wellness world with my 40 year love affair with sewing! This …

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8 ways crafts can benefit our physical and mental health

WEB‘The Connection Between Art, Healing and Public Health’, analyzed more than 100 studies about the effects of the creative arts on physical and mental health.The benefits range …

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Healthy Quilting, Crafting Is Good For Your Brain

WEBYou know making cool stuff is a great way to pass the time, express your creativity — and even make a living. But a study cited by CNN confirms another huge benefit to crafting: …

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Pain-free sewing and machine quilting

WEBStand in the center of your room. Shake your fingers, hands outstretched for 5-60 seconds. Rattle the floorboards by stomping your. if you are standing then shake your fat quarters …

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Virtual Quilt Guild presentations

WEBQuilters are always ready to learn something new! And so are quilting teachers! Now quilt guild's can learn from textile experts from all over the world, with no travel expenses. In …

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How to press your fabric and avoid neck pain! Less heating pad …

WEBStand with your weight evenly distributed on both feet, in your indoor shoes, elbow at your side, and extend your hand out to shake, now turn your palm towards the floor. Measure …

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Sewing chair height

WEBSoon after you notice that your neck, shoulders, wrists, and back are becoming sore. The problem is that the dining chair is designed for the user to work and eat at the table, not …

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Loosen Tight Hamstrings

WEBA common problem for anyone sitting for long periods of time is tight muscles resulting in a loss of flexibility over time. This is particularly true for the muscles running down the …

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Free Block of the Month Program "Sew Grateful for 2021"

WEBThe ‘Sew Grateful for 2021’ quilt is a nice sized throw / lap quilt measuring 58 inches by 58 inches square. The quilt pattern features blocks from some of the “tipsters” featured in …

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How volunteering and donating your skills improves

WEBMultiple studies show that volunteering your time, donating your skills or some cash can boost both your physical and mental health.Volunteering takes many forms, whether it’s …

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Where to donate your Quilt in Canada

WEBProject Linus is one of the most well-known charity groups for quilters. Since 1995, they have donated over 6 million quilts worldwide. Project Linus welcomes blankets of all …

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Your Guide to Choosing the Best Anti‑Fatigue Mat

WEBMats that are 1/4″ or 3/8″ thick will provide very little relief for your feet and back. Halfway-decent mats begin at 5/8″, and the very best will be 3/4″ thick. Keep in mind, though, the …

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Nutrient Dense Kimchi: 8 Reasons to Include this Superfood in …

WEBProbiotics: Kimchi is a fermented food, which means it contains beneficial probiotic bacteria.These probiotics, such as Lactobacillus species, can support gut health by …

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