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Forum: Main
01-03-2024, 11:19 AM
Replies: 6
Views: 1,099
Posted By constantine63

The dollar store version that I had was called 5...

The dollar store version that I had was called 5 Second Fix. It comes with its own uv light. The high end version of uv activated glue is called Bondic and I see that Home Depot sells Superweld...
Forum: Main
01-02-2024, 10:27 AM
Replies: 6
Views: 1,099
Posted By constantine63

Ruler Repair Tip

I was using my favorite arc ruler with my longarm and managed to get it under the hopping foot. The result of this was shattered chunk that left a nick in the side. This would be visible in the...
Forum: Main
06-08-2023, 01:09 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 1,156
Posted By constantine63

I've been using this for piecing and I really...

I've been using this for piecing and I really like it for that purpose. It is finer than my 50wt cotton but strong. It's become my preferred piecing thread.

WAWAK Perform-X Poly Wrapped Poly...
Forum: Main
12-28-2022, 08:55 AM
Replies: 15
Views: 2,079
Posted By constantine63

I just finished a two color Hunters Star for a...

I just finished a two color Hunters Star for a wedding gift. It might be a good pattern for you.
Forum: Main
12-18-2021, 01:26 PM
Replies: 23
Views: 25,653
Posted By constantine63

Ohio State Quilt

A few years ago I made this for my husband. It's large! All done in flannel. Ohio State has a block "O" logo and their colors are scarlet and grey. I used half square triangles to get the angles...
Forum: Main
05-24-2021, 10:15 AM
Replies: 63
Views: 6,600
Posted By constantine63

Wonderful quilt! Congratulations.

Wonderful quilt! Congratulations.
Forum: Main
05-24-2021, 10:14 AM
Replies: 24
Views: 3,510
Posted By constantine63

I just bought 2 bolts of 2 grey tones from...

I just bought 2 bolts of 2 grey tones from Marshall Dry Goods. It is there Dream Cotton line from the Wholesale link. Its a nice fabric. $2.55 a yard when you buy the bolt, plus shipping.
Forum: Main
02-15-2021, 03:31 PM
Replies: 19
Views: 5,663
Posted By constantine63

Thank you. I think that yours is more fabulous! ...

Thank you. I think that yours is more fabulous! I give you props for all those curved seams!
My quilt was super easy. This was on Youtube: The Three Dudes Quilt: Easy Quilting with Rob...
Forum: Main
02-11-2021, 10:30 AM
Replies: 19
Views: 5,663
Posted By constantine63

Overall I like the Boundless line and find the...

Overall I like the Boundless line and find the quality to be good. There were a few that I thought were just okay but the majority of the line was very nice. In fact, the main reason for my Blueprint...
Forum: Main
01-17-2021, 02:34 PM
Replies: 14
Views: 2,172
Posted By constantine63

Hello everyone, apologies for being late in...

Hello everyone, apologies for being late in getting back. Long story short, I was waiting for a reply from my cousin about the quilt top, hoping that she might have a bit more info on it. Around...
Forum: Main
01-10-2021, 01:45 PM
Replies: 14
Views: 2,172
Posted By constantine63

Thank you Eparys for the suggestion. I will have...

Thank you Eparys for the suggestion. I will have to look locally to see if I can find anyone who had knowledge in this area.
Forum: Main
01-10-2021, 01:43 PM
Replies: 14
Views: 2,172
Posted By constantine63

Thank you for this, that is good to know. I...

Thank you for this, that is good to know.
I really don't have much interest in the monetary value but historically, I don't want to do something to it that would ruin it.
I know that someone long...
Forum: Main
01-10-2021, 11:48 AM
Replies: 14
Views: 2,172
Posted By constantine63

Need advice for an antique top

Hi Everyone,
I'm looking for advice for an antique quilt top that I have. I'm guessing that it is well over 100 years old. I've had it in storage for about 35 years.
It is all hand stitched and a...
Forum: Pictures
01-03-2021, 10:00 AM
Replies: 25
Views: 3,444
Posted By constantine63

I am so glad that you posted this. I just...

I am so glad that you posted this. I just ordered an Accuquilt and while waiting for it to be delivered, I went down the rabbit hole of looking at all the dies, This one really stood out to me and...
Forum: Main
10-29-2020, 02:35 PM
Replies: 24
Views: 5,590
Posted By constantine63

When I got my longarm I found two, old, worn...

When I got my longarm I found two, old, worn sheets that I used to sandwich scraps of batting that I had sewn together.
I then stitched lines top to bottom, about 12" apart as well as both sides...
Forum: Main
11-06-2019, 09:32 AM
Replies: 4
Views: 838
Posted By constantine63

I have the Juki DX 2000 QVP and really like it. ...

I have the Juki DX 2000 QVP and really like it. Two years in and no repairs needed. I realize you are asking about a different model but the manufacturer is the same and I would assume the quality...
Forum: Main
09-11-2019, 03:04 AM
Replies: 31
Views: 10,724
Posted By constantine63

To 'steamproof' my ironing table I covered the...

To 'steamproof' my ironing table I covered the plywood with aluminum foil before adding the batting and final cover. Water won't penetrate though the foil and it is easy to wrap around the plywood...
Forum: Main
08-31-2019, 01:20 PM
Replies: 23
Views: 3,953
Posted By constantine63

I have a Juki 2000QVP and am very happy with it. ...

I have a Juki 2000QVP and am very happy with it. Comes with many accessories, including the knee lift which I don't think I ever want to be without. Also, the foot pedal has a second position that...
Forum: Main
06-12-2019, 04:50 AM
Replies: 7
Views: 1,592
Posted By constantine63

Also recommending Photoshop Elements. The...

Also recommending Photoshop Elements. The editing features are more than you need but the ones you will be using are easy to master. The Organizer component of this software is nice and it allows...
Forum: Main
05-02-2019, 06:35 AM
Replies: 34
Views: 8,435
Posted By constantine63

I bought the import blades on ebay. They work...

I bought the import blades on ebay. They work fine for me in a no brand cutter. I have the Grace Truesharp 2 electric sharpener. After each cutting project I sharpen the blade, alternating 20 - 30...
Forum: Main
04-19-2019, 09:08 AM
Replies: 18
Views: 3,896
Posted By constantine63

Rubbing alcohol (70% isopropyl) often works well...

Rubbing alcohol (70% isopropyl) often works well to remove inks. Wet with the alcohol then blot to remove the ink. The alcohol with evaporate.
Forum: Main
04-11-2019, 03:14 AM
Replies: 21
Views: 2,100
Posted By constantine63

I use an old plastic credit card. Held at an...

I use an old plastic credit card. Held at an angle across the mat, it works pretty well.
Forum: Main
07-11-2018, 07:05 AM
Replies: 24
Views: 2,897
Posted By constantine63

Sounds like you have it figured out. It's the...

Sounds like you have it figured out. It's the folding over of the fabric that does it. I'm piecing flannel right now and had to move the needle two clicks beyond the usual setting for quilting...
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