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Forum: Main
07-05-2017, 03:09 PM
Replies: 20
Views: 4,406
Posted By IraJane

I have five sizes, all without the 1/2", and...

I have five sizes, all without the 1/2", and absolutely love them. But then I really didn't like the 1/2" extra on two sides of a ruler, as I had to mark the 1" x 1" corner to make sure I wasn't...
Forum: Pictures
07-23-2016, 06:24 AM
Replies: 35
Views: 5,146
Posted By IraJane

I have a 334D serger that looks just like this...

I have a 334D serger that looks just like this one. I have used it for over 32 years with just minimal service. Finally put a new blade in last year.
My reg machine is a 1260-Love it! I had an 1130...
Forum: Main
07-21-2016, 05:55 AM
Replies: 16
Views: 2,680
Posted By IraJane

Here is a second tutorial: ...

Here is a second tutorial:


http://www.quiltingboard.com/tutorials-f10/easy-mitered-corners-combined-narrow-first-border-t159715.html

I tried to copy and paste the webpage, but it comes up...
Forum: Main
07-21-2016, 05:52 AM
Replies: 16
Views: 2,680
Posted By IraJane

I posted a couple tutorials in 2011 on easy...

I posted a couple tutorials in 2011 on easy mitered borders with stripes: Easy Mitered corners-even with stripes...
Forum: Links and Resources
06-19-2016, 07:37 AM
Replies: 11
Views: 2,615
Posted By IraJane

I just found it and loaded it on my Android smart...

I just found it and loaded it on my Android smart phone.
Forum: Main
05-24-2016, 05:17 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 2,594
Posted By IraJane

Thank you so much. That is exactly what I was...

Thank you so much. That is exactly what I was looking for. I think it is a fun binding for a 15 yr old doing her own t-shirt quilt.

Again, the members of this board are great!
Forum: Main
05-24-2016, 06:42 AM
Replies: 8
Views: 2,594
Posted By IraJane

alternate binding ?

Some where in the last few months I read a post about cutting binding wider than normal, sewing it on the back, flipping to the front to stitch down. The raw edge then sticks out toward the body of...
Forum: Main
04-27-2016, 03:03 AM
Replies: 12
Views: 4,081
Posted By IraJane

I have made this quilt using 5" squares. I cut my...

I have made this quilt using 5" squares. I cut my shadow at 1 1/2", with a 1" finish. Worked really well.
Forum: Main
12-06-2015, 07:35 AM
Replies: 30
Views: 6,225
Posted By IraJane

I have the Sweet 16, stand up model, and really...

I have the Sweet 16, stand up model, and really like it. I do have the stitch regulator and wouldn't be without it. I had one issue with it after having it for 6 - 7 years. The company repaired it at...
Forum: Main
10-01-2015, 07:06 AM
Replies: 82
Views: 8,326
Posted By IraJane

I agree completely. Please tell me I have a block...

I agree completely. Please tell me I have a block turned but you don't need to point out those little things I'm working on learning to do.
Forum: For Vintage & Antique Machine Enthusiasts
09-27-2015, 08:09 AM
Replies: 4
Views: 1,774
Posted By IraJane

Bernina Activa 240, not vintage, but have question

I am a Bernina person but know little about the 240. I have a friend looking at one to buy. Can anyone give me the pros and cons of this machine and the expected value of a 2005, that was used very...
Forum: Main
06-25-2015, 05:13 AM
Replies: 14
Views: 2,576
Posted By IraJane

I use the tube method. If I'm using a plaid or...

I use the tube method. If I'm using a plaid or stripe, I always use bias. It is adds another dimension or design element. It doesn't matter then if it is printed straight or not. I used to curve all...
Forum: Main
05-29-2015, 03:22 AM
Replies: 21
Views: 6,634
Posted By IraJane

For some reason I am unable to copy and paste the...

For some reason I am unable to copy and paste the link to the tutorial. It is titled "Easy Mitered Borders-even with stripes"
Forum: Main
05-29-2015, 03:16 AM
Replies: 21
Views: 6,634
Posted By IraJane

I posted a tutorial a few years ago on my easy...

I posted a tutorial a few years ago on my easy way to do mitered borders with stripes. I think the title was Easy mitered borders-even with stripes. I use this method putting multiple borders on all...
Forum: Offline Events, Announcements, Discussions
05-20-2015, 02:52 AM
Replies: 31
Views: 4,163
Posted By IraJane

I live in the county and usually go to the show...

I live in the county and usually go to the show on Wed. so don't have any experience with the weekend crowds. There are, of course, hotels and B and B's in Shipshewana, but you will find several...
Forum: Main
03-31-2015, 03:58 AM
Replies: 86
Views: 8,071
Posted By IraJane

I almost always sew over pins. The sewing foot...

I almost always sew over pins. The sewing foot has the little hinge that lets it adjust as you go over a pin. I taught sewing classes at school for 31 years. Yes, we occasionally broke a needle, but...
Forum: General Chit-Chat (non-quilting talk)
03-28-2015, 02:23 AM
Replies: 20
Views: 1,924
Posted By IraJane

Use it any time I'm hemming with my Bernina....

Use it any time I'm hemming with my Bernina. Makes a good narrow topstitch guide, too. Perfect for topstitching pockets on, edges, etc...
Forum: Main
03-28-2015, 02:21 AM
Replies: 21
Views: 3,279
Posted By IraJane

We tease about the 8' rule. If you have something...

We tease about the 8' rule. If you have something you think is quite right and are considering taking it out, then we say "Can you see it at 8'? If not, leave it."
Forum: General Chit-Chat (non-quilting talk)
03-03-2015, 04:50 AM
Replies: 156
Views: 11,601
Posted By IraJane

My first and middle name put together. Named...

My first and middle name put together. Named after my two grandmas.
Forum: General Chit-Chat (non-quilting talk)
02-05-2015, 04:26 AM
Replies: 17
Views: 3,348
Posted By IraJane

I have made both the square and the rectangular...

I have made both the square and the rectangular casserole carriers. In both I used Insul-brite and a layer of cotton interfacing. I found lots of instructions free on-line.
Forum: Main
02-05-2015, 04:23 AM
Replies: 35
Views: 5,773
Posted By IraJane

I have experience with both the 1008 and the...

I have experience with both the 1008 and the 1130. I would not choose the 1008 as a similar machine. I am still using a 1260 and was able to purchase one on ebay that had not near as much use as...
Forum: Main
01-24-2015, 04:09 PM
Replies: 27
Views: 4,782
Posted By IraJane

Eleanor Burns with a variation of width of the...

Eleanor Burns with a variation of width of the strip. Today I looked at my first one made Jan 1979. The strips were "torn" 2 1/2" wide. I've used many different widths but never that wide again.
Forum: Main
11-04-2014, 07:29 AM
Replies: 13
Views: 3,338
Posted By IraJane

I think it is great that the younger kids are...

I think it is great that the younger kids are being drawn to quilting, thanks to all the kind people who show them. I taught high school students to make a quilt in the 70's and 80's and am so happy...
Forum: Pictures
10-16-2014, 06:56 AM
Replies: 48
Views: 9,842
Posted By IraJane

I was also thinking of using charms-not cut in...

I was also thinking of using charms-not cut in half, and with the same size strips. May try enough for a tablerunnr just to see if that works.
Forum: Main
09-16-2014, 02:54 AM
Replies: 15
Views: 3,772
Posted By IraJane

This is exactly what I've done. No one wlll ever...

This is exactly what I've done. No one wlll ever know.
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