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05-24-2018, 07:16 AM
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scam
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jalling
My friend got angry with the IRS scammers that...
My friend got angry with the IRS scammers that were calling her. She called the number back repeatedly asking to speak with their supervisors and giving them what for. Every time they hung up she...
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General Chit-Chat (non-quilting talk)
03-24-2018, 10:17 AM
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What skill do you have that you never use, or never hope to use?
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CPR, and insert a naso-gastric tube. (Retired...
CPR, and insert a naso-gastric tube. (Retired nurse, lol.)
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General Chit-Chat (non-quilting talk)
03-22-2018, 03:52 AM
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As if women need more padding!
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There's a reason those models look so angry, ugly...
There's a reason those models look so angry, ugly clothes and they are hungry!
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General Chit-Chat (non-quilting talk)
08-04-2017, 08:28 AM
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Lysol Laundry Sanitizer
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jalling
MY son smokes (yuck!) and works in construction. ...
MY son smokes (yuck!) and works in construction. His clothes stink! I add a cup of lemon ammonia in the washer and my regular detergent. Laundry comes out clean and fresh smelling every time. Get...
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General Chit-Chat (non-quilting talk)
08-01-2017, 06:14 AM
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Roll-call... spanking
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Yes-I had three boys, and did a lot of yelling. ...
Yes-I had three boys, and did a lot of yelling. When they were a little older they recorded me, and played it back for me. I was so ashamed. I think I got better, but I'm sure there was still some...
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General Chit-Chat (non-quilting talk)
08-01-2017, 05:54 AM
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Craftsy to Become a Subscription Service in 2018
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jalling
It says we will...
It says we will...
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07-05-2017, 10:36 AM
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Saving money on rotary blades
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I am still kicking myself for buying a TrueSharp...
I am still kicking myself for buying a TrueSharp rotary blade sharpener, I found it worthless, and I could have bought quite a few blades for what I spent. I usually look for brands I recognize,...
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06-19-2017, 10:59 PM
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Make your rulers, templates absolutely non slip!
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jalling
I use transparent skateboard grip tape, about $6...
I use transparent skateboard grip tape, about $6 for a 9" x 33" , cut strips to fit my rulers. Works great!
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General Chit-Chat (non-quilting talk)
06-01-2017, 08:07 AM
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embroidery threads to use/not use with the Brother PE770?
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jalling
I have that machine. I have not been able to use...
I have that machine. I have not been able to use Coats and Clark embroidery thread, my machine just doesn't seem to like it. I have mostly bought my thread from ThreadArt, and get good results with...
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06-14-2014, 04:31 AM
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Anyone use a True Sharp Power Rotary Blade Sharpener?
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jalling
Not real happy with mine. Blade seemed worse...
Not real happy with mine. Blade seemed worse after I used it and threw the blade away. Going to pull it out and try again-hate to waste money on things like that. I bought it on amazon-reviews...
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11-08-2013, 02:38 PM
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Encouragement
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jalling
I have been sewing for more than 40 years and...
I have been sewing for more than 40 years and have never had a machine that cost more than $200. My old kenmore from the 70's still works well, and right now I have a Brother that I bought off of...
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General Chit-Chat (non-quilting talk)
11-03-2013, 07:11 PM
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Machine embroidery thread question
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jalling
I use their poly embroidery thread on my Brother...
I use their poly embroidery thread on my Brother pe770, and it works real well for me.
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General Chit-Chat (non-quilting talk)
09-26-2013, 06:14 AM
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A Question About Microwaveable Fabrics
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jalling
Bet you could find a cute cotton (or flannel)...
Bet you could find a cute cotton (or flannel) fabric printed with owls to make the bags out of. I think the embroidery floss would be OK, but not the felt.
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09-24-2013, 06:32 PM
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Am I the only one?
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jalling
Nope-like you I have a job that requires lots of...
Nope-like you I have a job that requires lots of people contact. My alone time is precious and I enjoy every minute.
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09-12-2013, 04:01 PM
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Put a blackboard in your sewing room...
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jalling
I keep a small memo pad in my car. One day I...
I keep a small memo pad in my car. One day I opened it to get a scrap of paper and found a sweet note from my son. Have kept it there since and look at it when I need cheering up. So nice to be...
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08-11-2013, 09:28 AM
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Light weight iron
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jalling
I have one similar to this, but its made by...
I have one similar to this, but its made by Sunbeam. Found it at Publix on the clearance rack of all places. I also use a proctor silex that I got at Family Dollar; The cheaper one that doesn't...
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08-11-2013, 09:20 AM
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What kind of thread?
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jalling
Not all will agree, but I use whatever I have...
Not all will agree, but I use whatever I have that I think will look good.
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08-03-2013, 03:37 PM
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Batting question
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jalling
I have quilted baby quilts with minky and no...
I have quilted baby quilts with minky and no batting. They are lightweight and cozy. I didn't have any problem quilting with minky on my reg sewing machine.
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Main
04-22-2013, 05:30 PM
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Sewing machine question
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jalling
I have this machine and am very satisfied with...
I have this machine and am very satisfied with it. I do like the decorative stitches and use them often on my quilts. It would be difficult to quilt a large quilt with it, but I have quilted large...
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09-12-2012, 02:08 PM
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Question for Embroidery machine people
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jalling
In answer to your question, only wash away...
In answer to your question, only wash away stabilizer dissolves, usually used for free standing lace. Other stabilizers stay behind to support stitches. When I began I learned so much from the...
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09-12-2012, 02:05 PM
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Question for Embroidery machine people
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jalling
I use a product called Cloud Cover. I bought it...
I use a product called Cloud Cover. I bought it online from Thread Art. I'm sure there are other brands that do the same. Cut it to cover back of design and iron it over. Nice and soft for baby...
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04-06-2012, 09:11 PM
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Minkee question.
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jalling
Try laying tissue paper between the minkee and...
Try laying tissue paper between the minkee and your machine bed. After stitching you should be able to easily tear the paper away.
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Main
11-09-2011, 02:58 PM
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Help with PE 770??
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Posted By
jalling
Probably the bobbin. Took me almost a year to...
Probably the bobbin. Took me almost a year to learn how to make the bobbin sit right. You need to press down on the bobbin while pulling on the thread thru the guides. You will feel some...
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11-03-2011, 01:44 PM
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Simple way to view new site - I think !!!
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22,363
Posted By
jalling
This works great for me! Thank you.
This works great for me! Thank you.
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General Chit-Chat (non-quilting talk)
08-05-2011, 10:11 PM
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What degrees do you hold?
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Posted By
jalling
Oh yeah!!!
Oh yeah!!!
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