Dara Tomasson
Dara Tomasson
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Hello, I am so glad you are here.
I love being the life coach for quilters. My kids have amazing basketball coaches and I am so grateful for their expertise. I help you become the quilter and have the life you really want: productivity, relationships, health and general happiness!
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Відео

Episode #149: Weight Loss and the Gold Star
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Have you ever found yourself not getting everything you want despite being a star student in your youth? This episode is for you. I'm Dara Tomasson, and in episode 149 of "Love Yourself Thin," I'm delving into how seeking external validation, symbolized by the gold star, influences our personal and professional lives. I'll explore this concept from a historical perspective and share personal ex...
Episode#148: Weight Loss and The Little House on the Prairie
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Have you ever felt like you're on your own, lacking support, and continuously failing? In today's episode, I'm diving into these feelings by drawing parallels between weight loss and "Little House on the Prairie." We'll explore the struggles and challenges that come with trying something new. I'm Dara Tomasson, and in episode 148 of "Love Yourself Thin," I'm sharing how connecting with you thro...
Episode #147: Weight Loss and Falling Off the Wagon AGAIN
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Have you ever felt like no matter what you try for weight loss, you just keep falling off the wagon? I get it. I'm here for you. My name is Dara Tomasson and this is episode 147, "Love Yourself in Weight Loss and Falling Off the Bandwagon Again." We often talk about falling off the diet wagon, and today we’re going to discuss all the wagons you’ve been on, the ones you’ve fallen off, and how to...
Episode 146: Weight Loss and How You Spend Your Time
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Have you ever felt like, despite a busy day, you didn't actually accomplish everything you intended, leading to frustration and unexpected late-night ice cream binges? If this scenario sounds familiar, you're not alone. Dara Tomasson tackles this very issue in episode 146 of her podcast, "Love Yourself Thin," titled "Weight Loss and How You Spend Your Time." In this episode, Dara not only share...
Episode #145 - Weight Loss and Pinball Machines
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Have you ever felt like no matter how much effort you put into controlling your life, you can’t seem to find peace with your body and your eating habits? You’re not alone. Many of us grapple with these challenges, often feeling like a pinball in a machine, bouncing around with little control over where we’re headed. In today’s episode, we delve into the complexities of our relationship with our...
Retreat 2023: Sue
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Retreat 2023: Sue
Retreat 2023: Susan Warner
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Retreat 2023: Susan Warner
Retreat 2023: Robin
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Retreat 2023: Robin
Retreat 2023: Lori
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Retreat 2023: Lori
Retreat 2023: Kate
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Retreat 2023: Kate
Retreat 2023: Deb
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Retreat 2023: Deb
Retreat 2023: Deb McGregor
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Retreat 2023: Deb McGregor
Dara's Life Coaching Journey
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Dara's Life Coaching Journey
Is Love Yourself Thin Worth Spending $2,000?
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After you listen to this video I would love you to answer the question ‘what is the real cost of being overweight and continually losing and gaining the weight back on’? What is the emotional toll of tying your worth to your body size? What is the emotional toll of telling yourself to be ‘better’ or a ‘good’ girl which usually looks like punishing yourself with rice cakes and deprivation? What ...
Money Back Guarantee Explained
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Money Back Guarantee Explained
What is Love Yourself Thin Anyway?
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What is Love Yourself Thin Anyway?
Love Yourself Thin is based on 5 pillars
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Love Yourself Thin is based on 5 pillars
Are you TOO OLD to Change?
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Are you TOO OLD to Change?
How does losing weight using your brain work?
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How does losing weight using your brain work?
What is a Life Coach?
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What is a Life Coach?
What you Get When You Join
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What you Get When You Join
My 50th Birthday Gifts: Quilts
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My 50th Birthday Gifts: Quilts
How I Transformed a Quilt into a Jacket & Pants
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How I Transformed a Quilt into a Jacket & Pants
How I Transformed a Tablecloth into a Dress
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How I Transformed a Tablecloth into a Dress
How I Transformed a Tulip Quilt into a Dress
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How I Transformed a Tulip Quilt into a Dress
How I Transformed a Quilt into a Dress
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How I Transformed a Quilt into a Dress
How I Transformed a Quilt into a Coat
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How I Transformed a Quilt into a Coat
Cleaning Out Your Closet
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Cleaning Out Your Closet
How to Decide What to Keep & What to Give Away
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How to Decide What to Keep & What to Give Away

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  • @sandracoulter1430
    @sandracoulter1430 2 місяці тому

    D

  • @joannehudock3618
    @joannehudock3618 3 місяці тому

    Deb is such an inspiration. I love her.

  • @violetrogers9971
    @violetrogers9971 3 місяці тому

    No thank you

  • @DaraTomasson
    @DaraTomasson 3 місяці тому

    It’s amazing what you can find !

  • @CherylKasson
    @CherylKasson 3 місяці тому

    I buy fabric at thrift stores all the time.

  • @fondasarff9701
    @fondasarff9701 4 місяці тому

    I'm a longarmer and much prefer customers to not trim the minky till after they get it back from me. That way I have less fuzz and they only have fuzz once. I'll mount it so they get the biggest possible scrap back for another project. Also find a background in learning to sew back when double knits were popular really comes in handy.

  • @aubreeeverett3625
    @aubreeeverett3625 5 місяців тому

    ✔️ Promo_SM

  • @lyndabuchholz1216
    @lyndabuchholz1216 5 місяців тому

    When you say straight of grain I think you are saying the selvage?

  • @tiana8372
    @tiana8372 5 місяців тому

    I'm starting this today, I'm excited about the progress and results🏃‍♀️❤🤸‍♀️💯👟💙💪

  • @merikaywoodworth5251
    @merikaywoodworth5251 7 місяців тому

    I loved meeting you on your birthday and seeing you in that cute quilt outfit!

  • @lyndabuchholz1216
    @lyndabuchholz1216 7 місяців тому

    I would love to see the before or the original quilt. The finished garment it beautiful!

  • @marlenesalamandyk878
    @marlenesalamandyk878 7 місяців тому

    Beautiful ❤

  • @pragmatic111
    @pragmatic111 8 місяців тому

    I appreciate the attempt but no I can't see what your doing

  • @alijames1910
    @alijames1910 8 місяців тому

    Dara, I don't want the baby quilt to be heavy. Will it be ok to not use batting?

    • @DaraTomasson
      @DaraTomasson 7 місяців тому

      I haven't had success with skipping the batting.

    • @fondasarff9701
      @fondasarff9701 4 місяці тому

      I've quilted dozens of Minky backed baby quilts which were nice and light while being cudly. The secret is poly batting. Poly fil. And it machine dries faster.

  • @karynhalter8428
    @karynhalter8428 9 місяців тому

    You mentioned a tension chart but did not see the link for it?

  • @karynhalter8428
    @karynhalter8428 9 місяців тому

    Great info on using the towa !

  • @vickioneill1766
    @vickioneill1766 10 місяців тому

    Why wouldn't you just tape at the edges of the backing? I make sure they are lined up, that way my backs are usually straight .

    • @DaraTomasson
      @DaraTomasson 10 місяців тому

      I have never thought of doing that. If it works for you, that’s awesome. What type of tape do you use?

    • @vickioneill1766
      @vickioneill1766 10 місяців тому

      Blue tape

    • @DaraTomasson
      @DaraTomasson 10 місяців тому

      That surprises me that it would be strong enough. That’s awesome that works🎉

    • @vickioneill1766
      @vickioneill1766 10 місяців тому

      @@DaraTomasson it is just a guide

  • @kaylapipkins4678
    @kaylapipkins4678 Рік тому

    I have always quilted with Minky on my domestic and never had issues. I have most recently bought a long arm with pro stitcher. I keep having the issue of my thread breaking with Minky. I’ve changed my needle and using 90/14. I have checked the tension, slowed down the speed and use glide thread which is supposedly the best. I asked my local quilting store and their response was “oh we don’t use Minky and everyone in the quilting world hates it.” So I’m reaching out because that is not an answer that I will accept!

    • @DaraTomasson
      @DaraTomasson Рік тому

      Minky is a little bit tricky but I love it and so do the receivers of the quilt. I struggled with Glide initially but as I gained a little more confidence with adjusting my tension I was found of it. How many quilts have you quoted so far? How confident do you feel generally with glide and your machine? Minky does add another element to your skill set. One of the reasons people struggle with Minky is that the ‘fluff’ sometimes comes up into the top of the quilt. That’s why I recommend a light weight backing if the top of the quilt is light weight. Step 1- get comfortable with your machine and glide Step 2 practice on. The side of the quilt with the Minky and adjust your tension as you go. Let me know how that goes.

    • @kaylapipkins4678
      @kaylapipkins4678 Рік тому

      @@DaraTomasson thank you so much I appreciate the help! Actually I just my quilting machine and tackled Minky first, probably not the smartest but I am comfortable with Minky from other quilts I’ve done on domestic machines. I plan on doing a non Minky quilt soon to practice more. I was just wondering if there was something else I was not doing right. Again thank you!

    • @DaraTomasson
      @DaraTomasson Рік тому

      @@kaylapipkins4678 I quilted professionally on my domestic for about a year before I got a long arm. There are some differences and a learning curve. So excited for you to start this journey!!

    • @kaylapipkins4678
      @kaylapipkins4678 Рік тому

      @@DaraTomasson thank you so much! Me too!

  • @betsyedgar9256
    @betsyedgar9256 Рік тому

    Time frame in this webinar has passed , I’m assuming the program is always available?

  • @betsyedgar9256
    @betsyedgar9256 Рік тому

    Heard a podcast through Sewing with Susan

    • @DaraTomasson
      @DaraTomasson Рік тому

      Yes- the program is open and if you want the signing bonus you can message me. Dara@daratomasson.com Www.daratomasson.com/love-yourself-thin

  • @barbaraphilipp6474
    @barbaraphilipp6474 Рік тому

    What is the name of your ruler and where to find it?

    • @DaraTomasson
      @DaraTomasson Рік тому

      Sew Kind of Wonderful is the curved ruler. Judi Madsen, Green Fairy Quilts

  • @dakotaoscar9974
    @dakotaoscar9974 Рік тому

    *Promosm*

  • @emilyhwang2066
    @emilyhwang2066 Рік тому

    Hi I've just found you. Actually I've been using Glide.well..so many people are saying it is good for longarming, but it gives me trouble. everytime I change bobbin it breaks so often by being caught in backlash spring. It is really annoying. I was wondering this was similar to yours..? If I try other kind thread, problem will be solved..?

  • @lexiconlover
    @lexiconlover Рік тому

    Make feathers for what?

    • @DaraTomasson
      @DaraTomasson Рік тому

      for quilting on quilts or other quilted projects

    • @lexiconlover
      @lexiconlover Рік тому

      @@DaraTomasson oh okay

  • @JesusisKing222
    @JesusisKing222 Рік тому

    I do struggle with sleep. I am beginning treatment for sleep apnea and hope using a cpap will begin to restore my energy level.

    • @DaraTomasson
      @DaraTomasson Рік тому

      Hormones affect your quality of sleep. If you struggle with falling asleep you may have high progesterone and if you walk up between 3-5 am you may be lacking estrogen. The way you think affects those hormone levels. I am curious what your pattern is.

  • @cazfromoz1
    @cazfromoz1 Рік тому

    Would have really liked to see some of those quilting designs much closer to camera. Maybe next time...

  • @cindyc7868
    @cindyc7868 Рік тому

    Stunning work.

  • @kathrynburlingame5357
    @kathrynburlingame5357 Рік тому

    Very inspiring story.

  • @anthonyf2919
    @anthonyf2919 Рік тому

    😉 𝕡𝐫o𝕄o𝔰𝓶

  • @mustangmammy7045
    @mustangmammy7045 2 роки тому

    Omg!😱 I just stumbled on Dara when watching Lisa Bongean videos. After watching and hearing Lisa talk about having a baby at 17. I was in the same situation. My daughter was born in September after my junior year. I went on to get my diploma and a bachelors degree at age 33. During all my adult life I have struggled with my weight. More so from my mid 30’s until now. This traumatic event and subsequent disappointment I have been punishing myself since then. I have had successful careers, a beautiful family including my son born when I was 22. Married to the same man all these years. A son-in-law, daughter-in-law and 4 grands. We have built an envious life however it’s obvious how unkind I’ve been to myself and my husband. God brought me to y’all and this video. Thank you, thank you, thank you. I can’t wait to talk to my therapist about this. God bless you both.

  • @conqueringmountscrapmorewi2509
    @conqueringmountscrapmorewi2509 2 роки тому

    Hello! I hope you had an awesome day! I had a very busy but fun filled day in my sewing room ironing more fabrics and now I get to hand quilt. Thank you for posting your video.

  • @conqueringmountscrapmorewi2509
    @conqueringmountscrapmorewi2509 2 роки тому

    Hello! I finally get to sit with my hand quilting today and watch your video. I hope you have a joyful week ahead! Thank you for posting this video and sharing your time.

  • @Westernwilson
    @Westernwilson 2 роки тому

    Hi Dara, what model longarm are you quilting on?

    • @DaraTomasson
      @DaraTomasson 2 роки тому

      gam mill statler stitcher. I have since sold it and have a hand guided 12 foot gammill. I never got the hang of the computer.

    • @Westernwilson
      @Westernwilson 2 роки тому

      @@DaraTomasson Thanks for the reply! I have no desire to computerize the longarm...I spend quite enough time on the computer as it is!

  • @conqueringmountscrapmorewi2509
    @conqueringmountscrapmorewi2509 2 роки тому

    Hello! I hope you had a peaceful day! I went plant shopping with my youngest daughter and we had fun, Now, I get to watch your video. I hope you have a wonderful week ahead. Thank you for this video and your talent.

  • @sharonhenricksen3814
    @sharonhenricksen3814 2 роки тому

    Took my money

  • @joannehudock3618
    @joannehudock3618 2 роки тому

    Well said Kate, Dara's program is so valuable.

  • @conqueringmountscrapmorewi2509
    @conqueringmountscrapmorewi2509 2 роки тому

    Great chat! So inspiring! Thank you for sharing!

  • @conqueringmountscrapmorewi2509
    @conqueringmountscrapmorewi2509 2 роки тому

    I finally get to sit down and watch your video! I hope you have a fabulous week ahead. Thanks for sharing this video!

    • @DaraTomasson
      @DaraTomasson 2 роки тому

      Glad you like it. Are you listening to my podcast?

  • @conqueringmountscrapmorewi2509
    @conqueringmountscrapmorewi2509 2 роки тому

    Such an inspiring chat! Thanks for posting!

  • @conqueringmountscrapmorewi2509
    @conqueringmountscrapmorewi2509 2 роки тому

    Such a interesting chat! Thanks for sharing!

  • @conqueringmountscrapmorewi2509
    @conqueringmountscrapmorewi2509 2 роки тому

    Lots of great ideas and an inspiring chat! Thank you for sharing your time with me.

  • @lindamcmillan5969
    @lindamcmillan5969 2 роки тому

    Me.

    • @DaraTomasson
      @DaraTomasson 2 роки тому

      What would it mean to create this change for yourself?

  • @beckywhite7721
    @beckywhite7721 2 роки тому

    What size needle would recommend when using a black monkey to avoid it pulling through to the front?

    • @DaraTomasson
      @DaraTomasson 2 роки тому

      What machine do you have? I usually use a 5.5 (Gammill)

  • @conqueringmountscrapmorewi2509
    @conqueringmountscrapmorewi2509 2 роки тому

    Great chat! Thanks for sharing!