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Forum: Main
03-13-2022, 12:06 PM
Replies: 9
Views: 2,695
Posted By homefrontgirl

I have the 1034D and it's been running strong for...

I have the 1034D and it's been running strong for about 5 years. I like it. I use it for sewing knits. Just made a dress with it yesterday.
Forum: Main
12-09-2021, 03:57 PM
Replies: 18
Views: 2,752
Posted By homefrontgirl

I've made this one. It's quick! ...

I've made this one. It's quick!

https://www.missouriquiltco.com/products/stars-and-stripes-quilt-pattern-by-missouri-star
Forum: Main
06-20-2021, 12:49 PM
Replies: 26
Views: 4,114
Posted By homefrontgirl

Rosebud has some beautiful scenery--perfectly...

Rosebud has some beautiful scenery--perfectly prairie. Here's a link to a video from Akta Lakota Museum that talks about star quilts:

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=eZTN3Yz9irE&t=5s

The Akta...
Forum: Main
06-19-2021, 10:58 AM
Replies: 26
Views: 4,114
Posted By homefrontgirl

This is great because the connection between the...

This is great because the connection between the Oglala and quilting is strong. I'm a native South Dakotan and have done lots of research on this.

While not originally a native craft, Morning Star...
Forum: Main
06-12-2021, 01:18 PM
Replies: 36
Views: 5,650
Posted By homefrontgirl

I have this machine and love it. I wanted a...

I have this machine and love it. I wanted a "modern" machine after working with a vintage for years. There is a youtube series that goes through every stitch, foot, seam type, etc. for this machine...
Forum: Main
06-09-2021, 11:10 AM
Replies: 6
Views: 708
Posted By homefrontgirl

They are not washable. Do not wash it! Trust...

They are not washable. Do not wash it! Trust me, that's how I ruined mine. What my mom did for our letterman's jackets was to sew Velcro on the back of the letter and on the jacket. Easy to rip...
Forum: Main
06-02-2021, 02:47 PM
Replies: 9
Views: 1,346
Posted By homefrontgirl

What a wonderful thing to do as a remembrance. ...

What a wonderful thing to do as a remembrance. How nice of your mom and sister to be with you and help. It's been 7 years since my dad passed away, and I still can't bear to cut up his shirts. ...
Forum: Main
05-26-2021, 04:38 PM
Replies: 14
Views: 1,876
Posted By homefrontgirl

I just shipped a quilt to my niece for her high...

I just shipped a quilt to my niece for her high school graduation. I insured it for $300 which I figured would be enough incentive for me to re-make the quilt if something happened to it.
Forum: Main
01-24-2021, 11:43 AM
Replies: 31
Views: 7,439
Posted By homefrontgirl

Thanks so much for sharing this site and BOM. ...

Thanks so much for sharing this site and BOM. I'm in!
Forum: Main
12-05-2020, 11:53 AM
Replies: 15
Views: 2,511
Posted By homefrontgirl

I love cross stitch! I find I do it as my summer...

I love cross stitch! I find I do it as my summer craft while quilting and knitting are my winter crafts. I can stitch anywhere the light is good. I've also discovered in the past few years I...
Forum: Main
11-26-2020, 10:26 AM
Replies: 104
Views: 10,377
Posted By homefrontgirl

Count me in! I finished quilted Christmas...

Count me in! I finished quilted Christmas stockings yesterday and then started on a new tree skirt with a holiday themed jelly roll. I'll finish that up today. Maybe. I also have a Bionic Gear...
Forum: Main
09-12-2020, 11:32 AM
Replies: 35
Views: 2,634
Posted By homefrontgirl

My favorite part is hand sewing the binding on. ...

My favorite part is hand sewing the binding on. I see others like that, too! https://cdn.quiltingboard.com/images/smilies/thumbup.png

I also love buying fabric and planning how to use it.

I...
Forum: Main
09-03-2020, 03:12 PM
Replies: 41
Views: 4,243
Posted By homefrontgirl

So this discussion reminds me of the first quilt...

So this discussion reminds me of the first quilt class I took 20 years ago. I had very little sewing experience, and I had to borrow one of the store's machines. I was stitching along on my Log...
Forum: Main
08-07-2020, 05:18 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 1,228
Posted By homefrontgirl

I've never heard of this or seen this ever! ...

I've never heard of this or seen this ever! Thanks teaching me something new. I'm going to try it soon!
Forum: Main
03-19-2020, 05:42 PM
Replies: 72
Views: 11,091
Posted By homefrontgirl

I'm a teacher so I've been spending time figuring...

I'm a teacher so I've been spending time figuring out how to put my classes online. We can't get into our rooms, so I'm pulling things together with what I brought home and my online resources. ...
Forum: Main
03-15-2020, 05:30 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 1,564
Posted By homefrontgirl

I just have to chime in and say that's a...

I just have to chime in and say that's a fantastic idea! Too cool!
Forum: Main
02-01-2020, 08:50 PM
Replies: 17
Views: 3,117
Posted By homefrontgirl

I usually use a between size 8 or 9. I also got...

I usually use a between size 8 or 9. I also got some binding needles at the LQS. They are long, thin and switching to them helps with hand fatigue. HTH.
Forum: Main
01-05-2020, 07:25 PM
Replies: 10
Views: 1,667
Posted By homefrontgirl

The Dawn trick worked for me when I had the same...

The Dawn trick worked for me when I had the same trouble. Best of luck!
Forum: Links and Resources
01-02-2020, 07:44 PM
Replies: 13
Views: 2,508
Posted By homefrontgirl

I enjoyed it too!

I enjoyed it too!
Forum: Main
01-01-2020, 09:34 PM
Replies: 38
Views: 4,393
Posted By homefrontgirl

Got two borders put on a wonky star quilt that...

Got two borders put on a wonky star quilt that I'm making for my DS. I need to pick some backing fabric and call the LA tomorrow.
Forum: Main
11-11-2019, 06:21 PM
Replies: 16
Views: 1,503
Posted By homefrontgirl

I agree that both of their cottons are stiff. ...

I agree that both of their cottons are stiff. Have you prewashed it? Maybe that will help?
Good luck!
Forum: Main
10-21-2019, 02:07 PM
Replies: 13
Views: 2,235
Posted By homefrontgirl

I have and I recommend the Kona cotton for quilt...

I have and I recommend the Kona cotton for quilt projects. The cheaper cotton was not as nice. I didn't think the Kona was super nice either, but it had the design I wanted and it has held up. I...
Forum: Main
08-01-2019, 01:53 PM
Replies: 13
Views: 2,923
Posted By homefrontgirl

I was looking for the exact same thing about a...

I was looking for the exact same thing about a year ago: an attachment for my iron that clipped to the end of the board. I couldn't find anything and ended up buying a new ironing board with the...
Forum: Main
07-02-2019, 02:56 PM
Replies: 14
Views: 2,933
Posted By homefrontgirl

@Luvstoquilt - so do you keep the thread on the...

@Luvstoquilt - so do you keep the thread on the spool and put it in the melted wax? Trying to see how this is done. I thought you were supposed to used beeswax? Thanks in advance!
Forum: Main
02-11-2019, 05:19 PM
Replies: 19
Views: 2,107
Posted By homefrontgirl

I have the same foot and have not had this...

I have the same foot and have not had this problem. Could you put some tape under the foot to help it "slide"?

A picture might help.

I've actually given up on this foot because I think it's a...
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