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Forum: Main
06-28-2014, 06:13 AM
Replies: 96
Views: 6,427
Posted By Arcy

I love fabric! Nothing is more therapeutic than...

I love fabric! Nothing is more therapeutic than putting together colors and patterns to make something useful. I made clothes for my children and myself years ago but I love the freedom that comes...
Forum: Links and Resources
06-28-2014, 06:01 AM
Replies: 38
Views: 5,556
Posted By Arcy

I loved this issue of Block! The magazine seems...

I loved this issue of Block! The magazine seems to be getting better with each issue. Maybe this time Block has more patterns that I would actually make. Like you, nancysp, I do love to look at...
Forum: Main
10-03-2013, 10:41 AM
Replies: 96
Views: 9,876
Posted By Arcy

My favorite is the Olfa 45mm deluxe. The blade...

My favorite is the Olfa 45mm deluxe. The blade is covered when locked and not in use. Less chance of accidents. I was just doing some cutting and noticed I was pushing hard and threads were...
Forum: Main
09-29-2013, 11:48 AM
Replies: 18
Views: 1,637
Posted By Arcy

Janome or Brother for backup machine

I need a backup to my backup machine. DIL borrowed my Janome Magnolia backup so I am looking for an inexpensive substitute. Considering the Janome 2212 or the Brother CS6000i. Both are around the...
Forum: General Chit-Chat (non-quilting talk)
06-10-2012, 08:42 AM
Replies: 11
Views: 1,812
Posted By Arcy

I second TanyaL on this one. When giving gift...

I second TanyaL on this one. When giving gift cards or money to the teen granddaughters I always put it in a little purse with 'bling'. Adding something 'old' or 'blue' is a neat idea
Forum: General Chit-Chat (non-quilting talk)
06-10-2012, 08:32 AM
Replies: 28
Views: 8,804
Posted By Arcy

I first saw the SewEzi table at a quilting...

I first saw the SewEzi table at a quilting workshop a couple of years ago. Came right home and ordered it online. It has been great! My sewing space is limited and the SewEzi is both portable and...
Forum: General Chit-Chat (non-quilting talk)
06-10-2012, 08:27 AM
Replies: 28
Views: 2,263
Posted By Arcy

We all have our favorite brands, Maytag used to...

We all have our favorite brands, Maytag used to be at the top of the list but in 2005 they moved their manufacturing overseas and lost their reputation for reliability.
I bought a Kenmore High...
Forum: Main
01-08-2012, 07:13 PM
Replies: 56
Views: 6,398
Posted By Arcy

Alex Anderson's START QUILTING, Six Projects for...

Alex Anderson's START QUILTING, Six Projects for a First-Time Quilters is a good place to begin. Goes over the basics, includes the Rail Fence, Log Cabin, Nine patch, Friendship star and Flying...
Forum: Main
01-01-2012, 07:26 PM
Replies: 104
Views: 8,252
Posted By Arcy

I love your blocks, you did such a good job. ...

I love your blocks, you did such a good job. Once you put the sashing in it will bring it together.
You are at the stage with the quilt when something always looks wrong. It happens all the...
Forum: Main
01-01-2012, 07:17 PM
Replies: 24
Views: 3,617
Posted By Arcy

I'm with EmbQuilt. I prewash yardage but don't...

I'm with EmbQuilt. I prewash yardage but don't wash precuts. Never had a problem.
Forum: General Chit-Chat (non-quilting talk)
01-01-2012, 07:13 PM
Replies: 41
Views: 2,665
Posted By Arcy

Absolutely! Black eyed peas and ham and...

Absolutely! Black eyed peas and ham and cornbread. My folks were from Texas and this was a long standing tradition. Wouldn't miss it.
Forum: Main
11-20-2011, 02:06 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 2,682
Posted By Arcy

I have a Juki TL-98Q and love it! I also have an...

I have a Juki TL-98Q and love it! I also have an six year old small Bernina. Reliability and cost were the main criteria when selecting a sewing machine for FMQ. I live 60 miles down rural roads...
Forum: QB Help Center
11-15-2011, 09:29 PM
Replies: 10
Views: 972
Posted By Arcy

Do you want to copy a picture from the Board to...

Do you want to copy a picture from the Board to your own computer for inspiration?
1. Put your cursor arrow on the picture from the Board you want to copy
2. Hold down the Command key on your...
Forum: QB Help Center
11-15-2011, 09:17 PM
Replies: 10
Views: 972
Posted By Arcy

I personnally am tired of getting the newsletter...

I personnally am tired of getting the newsletter and seeing the old stuff time and time again. Opened today and here is this note from craftybear - looked at the date and it is July 2011.[/QUOTE]
...
Forum: QB Help Center
11-10-2011, 09:32 PM
Replies: 121
Views: 6,096
Posted By Arcy

Spent an hour or so looking at the Board using...

Spent an hour or so looking at the Board using the "Mobile Style". Nothing on the page allows you to Subscribe ( read Watch or Bookmark) a thread without posting a reply. Looks as though the only...
Forum: Pictures
11-10-2011, 09:03 PM
Replies: 55
Views: 3,298
Posted By Arcy

Spectacular quilt! Easy you say? hmmmm Are you...

Spectacular quilt!
Easy you say? hmmmm Are you sure you know the definition of the word 'e a s y':confused: ?
OK, convince us. We will be waiting for the tutorial.:o
Forum: Main
11-10-2011, 08:50 PM
Replies: 39
Views: 8,567
Posted By Arcy

Do you do your own quilting? Free motion...

Do you do your own quilting? Free motion quilting? That 11" throat on the 7700 would make moving a quilt around so much easier.
If you quilt, either FMQ or SID . . . go for the 7700.
If not,...
Forum: Main
11-10-2011, 08:35 PM
Replies: 21
Views: 1,750
Posted By Arcy

A class at a Local Quilt Shop (LQS) is a very...

A class at a Local Quilt Shop (LQS) is a very good starting point. If you don't have access to an LQS with a good teacher then Alex Anderson has a very good little book Start Quilting Six Projects...
Forum: Main
11-10-2011, 08:16 PM
Replies: 13
Views: 1,465
Posted By Arcy

That is my opinion also. Wash first! Any...

That is my opinion also. Wash first! Any problems will come to light and the fabric will smell better.
Forum: Main
11-10-2011, 07:52 PM
Replies: 22
Views: 3,103
Posted By Arcy

Try ordering from Superior Threads ...

Try ordering from Superior Threads http://www.superiorthreads.com/ They are very good.

You could always call them if the computer is a problem.
Forum: Main
11-08-2011, 07:53 PM
Replies: 37
Views: 4,800
Posted By Arcy

Self threading needles save so much time when...

Self threading needles save so much time when burying the thread ends while FMQ. Discovered them just before quilting my last quilt and was joyous! It took forever to thread all those ends before. ...
Forum: Main
11-08-2011, 07:23 PM
Replies: 39
Views: 2,694
Posted By Arcy

Trimming blocks as you go saves time down the...

Trimming blocks as you go saves time down the line when the blocks go together. Perfection is not my goal but trimming blocks to size makes sewing rows together much easier. I'm into EASY :)
Forum: Links and Resources
11-08-2011, 08:40 AM
Replies: 17
Views: 2,160
Posted By Arcy

Saw your post yesterday and signed up for the...

Saw your post yesterday and signed up for the emails. I received five photos with color combinations this morning. That is such a help in determining what accent color will make a quilt "pop". A...
Forum: QB Help Center
11-07-2011, 02:43 PM
Replies: 60
Views: 3,208
Posted By Arcy

Unread Threads = Recent Topics

I have been playing with the new format on the Board for four days now and this morning, with fresh eyes, finally clicked on the BIG Blue Button that says RECENT TOPICS on the right hand side. ...
Forum: Main
11-07-2011, 11:14 AM
Replies: 39
Views: 6,272
Posted By Arcy

Absolutely! Wash with liquid Tide (Tide Free and...

Absolutely! Wash with liquid Tide (Tide Free and Clear if you have it) in warm water, use the Downey but do use the extra rinse to get out all the detergent chemicals, and then dry in dryer. Baby...
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