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Forum: General Chit-Chat (non-quilting talk)
06-20-2015, 06:20 AM
Replies: 35
Views: 5,835
Posted By bonnyh

I, too, have been wanting to learn how to tat. ...

I, too, have been wanting to learn how to tat. Also had a friend that was going to teach me but, unfortunately, she passed away. I've watched some YouTube videos and there are some good ones so now...
Forum: Main
06-20-2015, 06:09 AM
Replies: 72
Views: 11,105
Posted By bonnyh

Since I'm going to a retreat in BC in September,...

Since I'm going to a retreat in BC in September, forget the inexpensive and go all out. LOL
Forum: Main
06-12-2015, 04:55 AM
Replies: 34
Views: 6,249
Posted By bonnyh

If you're talking about the company in San...

If you're talking about the company in San Marcos, CA, I bought an 18" Tin Lizzie from them several years ago when we lived in CA about 80 miles from them. We had to set it up ourselves, by that I...
Forum: Main
02-20-2015, 07:17 AM
Replies: 75
Views: 13,143
Posted By bonnyh

Actually, the gun oil was a great idea. My...

Actually, the gun oil was a great idea. My husband, who repairs machines, uses it all the time because it is also a rust inhibitor.
Forum: Main
02-07-2015, 06:13 AM
Replies: 40
Views: 4,193
Posted By bonnyh

I agree that Singer is just not the same anymore....

I agree that Singer is just not the same anymore. With that said, please consider what the cost is on each for accessories.
Forum: For Vintage & Antique Machine Enthusiasts
01-29-2015, 07:17 AM
Replies: 18
Views: 2,782
Posted By bonnyh

Suggestion

My husband, our local sew and vac mechanic, suggests it's the upper crank shaft and its components. They need to be cleaned and lubricated. BTW, he uses gun oil, not sewing machine oil. It's also a...
Forum: Links and Resources
03-24-2014, 06:48 AM
Replies: 9
Views: 1,815
Posted By bonnyh

I always buy from Heartbeat Quilting. They've...

I always buy from Heartbeat Quilting. They've given excellent service; never a complaint. They have great quilting thread as well and I can't find better prices than theirs. JoAnns sales usually...
Forum: Links and Resources
01-10-2014, 10:29 AM
Replies: 12
Views: 3,581
Posted By bonnyh

Good luck with the email. I sent them one as...

Good luck with the email. I sent them one as well, probably 2-3 weeks ago, and still haven't gotten a response. Hoping you will.
Forum: Links and Resources
01-09-2014, 07:49 AM
Replies: 12
Views: 3,581
Posted By bonnyh

Wallhanging of the Month

During December 2013, someone posted that HomeSpunHearth would be putting out a free pattern for a wall hanging each month for a year. The first one was called 'Reindeer Romp'. I made it and sent...
Forum: Main
01-06-2014, 07:49 AM
Replies: 79
Views: 11,075
Posted By bonnyh

I've stopped using the 1/4 inch foot after a...

I've stopped using the 1/4 inch foot after a little use, gets out of shape and gives me a 'fat 1/4 inch'. It's a little extra work, but I use a regular foot and move my needle over to the right. On...
Forum: Main
12-05-2013, 07:35 AM
Replies: 28
Views: 4,594
Posted By bonnyh

Try this. ...

Try this. http://www.southwindquilts.com/shop/Wall-Hangings/p/Dance-of-the-Dragonflies-sku-SWD321.htm
Forum: Main
11-02-2013, 06:21 AM
Replies: 29
Views: 17,717
Posted By bonnyh

Check out Quilters Cache. They list patterns for...

Check out Quilters Cache. They list patterns for blocks in several finished sizes and the patterns are free.
Forum: Main
10-26-2013, 06:38 AM
Replies: 77
Views: 11,013
Posted By bonnyh

I googled 'Eleanor Burns' Lover's Knot pattern'...

I googled 'Eleanor Burns' Lover's Knot pattern' and came up with a tutorial from EB. You could almost make the quilt without the pattern with the video. Love the pattern but I have so many UFO's I...
Forum: General Chit-Chat (non-quilting talk)
10-21-2013, 06:11 AM
Replies: 18
Views: 1,883
Posted By bonnyh

I, too, have a daughter in Grose Vale, NSW at the...

I, too, have a daughter in Grose Vale, NSW at the foot of the Blue Mountains. Haven't heard if the fires are close to them.
Forum: Main
09-21-2013, 07:21 AM
Replies: 47
Views: 17,341
Posted By bonnyh

I made a couple of one-block wonders with hollow...

I made a couple of one-block wonders with hollow cubes in them. Now let me see if I can find, and post, the pictures. Ok well I found one of them anyway.437197
Forum: Main
09-20-2013, 06:16 AM
Replies: 39
Views: 4,281
Posted By bonnyh

You said you were clipping the curves, but are...

You said you were clipping the curves, but are you clipping often enough? Also, are you trimming your seam allowance small enough. I usually trim to between 1/8 and 1/4 inch. I use YLI silk...
Forum: Main
09-16-2013, 05:18 AM
Replies: 65
Views: 6,826
Posted By bonnyh

I finally figured out that the 1/4 inch foot does...

I finally figured out that the 1/4 inch foot does not maintain a 1/4 inch. It's always too big or not consistant. I move my needle to the right (on my Elna, it's to 6.5) and use the edge of my foot...
Forum: Main
09-14-2013, 07:28 AM
Replies: 32
Views: 4,675
Posted By bonnyh

I usually get these problems when I use different...

I usually get these problems when I use different weight thread in top and bottom. I tend to agree with everyone else that it is a thread problem.
Forum: Main
09-07-2013, 06:02 AM
Replies: 29
Views: 4,893
Posted By bonnyh

Perhaps your machine needed a good...

Perhaps your machine needed a good cleaning/service at the same time. If you get a lot of lint build-up it will tweek your needle or maybe if they weren't up in the shaft far enough, that would...
Forum: Main
08-12-2013, 06:01 AM
Replies: 38
Views: 6,198
Posted By bonnyh

The 'Mission' of our local Quilt Guild is...

The 'Mission' of our local Quilt Guild is teaching. Another member and I hold classes once a month from Jan. to May for ladies in our community. We started with only 7 attendees, the first year and...
Forum: Main
08-12-2013, 05:55 AM
Replies: 46
Views: 6,522
Posted By bonnyh

No problem on my longarm, but when I'm using my...

No problem on my longarm, but when I'm using my domestic machine, I can't do it unless I'm using quilting gloves. They give you more control and grip on the fabric. DON'T FORGET TO...
Forum: For Vintage & Antique Machine Enthusiasts
06-27-2013, 07:43 AM
Replies: 8
Views: 1,278
Posted By bonnyh

What was it? When I click on it, it shows the...

What was it? When I click on it, it shows the listing on Craigslist as expired.
Forum: Main
05-31-2013, 06:55 AM
Replies: 99
Views: 18,223
Posted By bonnyh

Here's a way to make your quilts look soft,...

Here's a way to make your quilts look soft, cuddly and 'crinkly'. Wash you fabrics and hang to dry. Do not use softener and if you have to iron it, no starch or sizener. Use unwashed baby diaper...
Forum: Main
05-09-2013, 06:00 AM
Replies: 33
Views: 8,409
Posted By bonnyh

I've had a Brother CS6000 for about 8 years now. ...

I've had a Brother CS6000 for about 8 years now. It weighs 8 lbs., fits in a quilted FW bag, and works great. I take it to all my classes.
Forum: Main
05-07-2013, 07:09 AM
Replies: 50
Views: 8,344
Posted By bonnyh

I found a free paper-pieced pattern here...

I found a free paper-pieced pattern here www.piecebynumber.com/sisters.htm
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