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Forum: Main
10-26-2016, 08:00 AM
Replies: 45
Views: 3,991
Posted By parrynj

Thanks for all the suggestions and things to...

Thanks for all the suggestions and things to think about. My granddaughter has been using my machine off and on for a couple of years now and it is pretty clear to me that she will not lose...
Forum: Main
10-24-2016, 06:10 PM
Replies: 45
Views: 3,991
Posted By parrynj

Sewing machine for granddaughter?

At what age would you buy a first sewing machine for a young girl? My granddaughter is nine and loves all things crafty including sewing. She has used my machine a little bit but does handsewing at...
Forum: For Vintage & Antique Machine Enthusiasts
01-06-2016, 06:48 AM
Replies: 10
Views: 2,445
Posted By parrynj

I have this machine and it is my favorite of all...

I have this machine and it is my favorite of all my vintage sewing machines. Like Rodney said, just be sure it has at least one working shuttle and some bobbins.
Forum: Mission: Organization
08-26-2015, 04:29 AM
Replies: 27
Views: 5,821
Posted By parrynj

I have a folding table that you can adjust the...

I have a folding table that you can adjust the height on. The highest height is what I find very comfortable for cutting. I think I got it through Amazon.
Forum: General Chit-Chat (non-quilting talk)
08-23-2015, 05:03 AM
Replies: 32
Views: 2,914
Posted By parrynj

I've had my IPad for two years now with no...

I've had my IPad for two years now with no problems. I love it!
Forum: Main
07-02-2014, 05:29 PM
Replies: 118
Views: 24,310
Posted By parrynj

I use a mail holder that hangs on the wall over...

I use a mail holder that hangs on the wall over my cutting table to hold small templates and rulers. The hooks underneath that are suppose to be used for keys hold my rotary cutters and scissors
Forum: Main
06-20-2014, 03:21 AM
Replies: 37
Views: 14,734
Posted By parrynj

Why don't you get the Brother 1500. It's the...

Why don't you get the Brother 1500. It's the same machine (I believe that the Janome 1600 is actually made by Brother but I'm not 100% sure of that) but less expensive. I use mine without a frame...
Forum: Main
06-11-2014, 10:06 AM
Replies: 5
Views: 1,012
Posted By parrynj

[QUOTE=Prism99;6753751]On Youtube there are quite...

[QUOTE=Prism99;6753751]On Youtube there are quite a few demo's of how to fold a towel into different origami shapes -- a swan, flower, butterfly, elephant, etc. These might work in the same way for...
Forum: Main
06-10-2014, 05:01 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 1,012
Posted By parrynj

Need a cute way to fold fabric

Hi, I am putting together a little quilt kit to give to my sister for her birthday. Does any one have any ideas on how to fold a yard of fabric in a cute, decorative way. Thanks!
Forum: Main
12-20-2013, 04:08 AM
Replies: 145
Views: 28,575
Posted By parrynj

I do piecework for a woman to help pay for my...

I do piecework for a woman to help pay for my fabric addiction so my sewing room is now know as "the Sweat Shop":)
Forum: For Vintage & Antique Machine Enthusiasts
10-14-2013, 11:07 AM
Replies: 19
Views: 2,800
Posted By parrynj

Redmadder, I don't know how to post pictures...

Redmadder,

I don't know how to post pictures to the board but you can see the base here http://www.flickr.com/photos/40823139@N05/with/10275700706/
Forum: For Vintage & Antique Machine Enthusiasts
10-13-2013, 05:24 AM
Replies: 19
Views: 2,800
Posted By parrynj

I have the same machine. I found it at the...

I have the same machine. I found it at the Salvation Army and bought it for $25.00. My case looked as dirty as this one but cleaned up beautifully. The machine itself looks like it barely used. I...
Forum: Main
05-28-2013, 04:43 AM
Replies: 5
Views: 559
Posted By parrynj

Need advice on thread color for fmq

Hi, I have a flannel quilt ready to quilt but need advice. The top is multiple colors of blue, rust, and brown. The backing is a small brown print. One of the borders is a tone on tone blue and I...
Forum: Pictures
03-31-2013, 08:59 AM
Replies: 101
Views: 7,479
Posted By parrynj

Beautiful quilt and a great job for your first...

Beautiful quilt and a great job for your first one. I don't know which I like more...the quilt or the inspectors! lol
Forum: Main
02-20-2013, 11:26 AM
Replies: 15
Views: 1,465
Posted By parrynj

Thanks for all the suggestions! I'm going to try...

Thanks for all the suggestions! I'm going to try the white vinegar.
Forum: Main
02-20-2013, 08:09 AM
Replies: 15
Views: 1,465
Posted By parrynj

Need advice for smelly fabric

Hi - I was recently given two large boxes of assorted quilting fabric, lots of fat qtrs and some yardage. My problem is that the person who gave me the fabric is a former smoker and all the fabric...
Forum: General Chit-Chat (non-quilting talk)
02-10-2013, 10:13 PM
Replies: 62
Views: 5,095
Posted By parrynj

Sorry I don't know how to post pictures but we...

Sorry I don't know how to post pictures but we ended up with 30 inches of snow. My husband spent most of yesterday clearing the drive (we have a 500 foot drive) and the sidewalks. Today he cleared...
Forum: General Chit-Chat (non-quilting talk)
02-08-2013, 08:11 AM
Replies: 62
Views: 5,095
Posted By parrynj

Hi Jory, My son and his family live in...

Hi Jory,

My son and his family live in Jefferson, too. Small world! And I grew up in Cleveland and the surrounding areas so I know what you mean about lake effect snow lol

Nancy
Forum: General Chit-Chat (non-quilting talk)
02-08-2013, 06:53 AM
Replies: 62
Views: 5,095
Posted By parrynj

Food in the fridge, two wood stoves and a...

Food in the fridge, two wood stoves and a generator. New Englanders are a hardy bunch...more excited than worried about the storm. I plan on sewing today while watching the snow come down (It's...
Forum: For Vintage & Antique Machine Enthusiasts
08-16-2012, 07:17 AM
Replies: 25
Views: 5,815
Posted By parrynj

I have the 185J in it's original green case. ...

I have the 185J in it's original green case. Picked it up at our local Salvation Army. The case was filthy but cleaned up beautifully and the machine looked like it was barely used. I had my FIL...
Forum: General Chit-Chat (non-quilting talk)
06-16-2012, 05:17 AM
Replies: 52
Views: 6,498
Posted By parrynj

"sorry but i do have to disagree with you- i've...

"sorry but i do have to disagree with you- i've been using my paypal account for almost 10 years---and have found it to be the safest way to conduct alot of business transactions- and i have dealt...
Forum: General Chit-Chat (non-quilting talk)
06-15-2012, 04:02 AM
Replies: 52
Views: 6,498
Posted By parrynj

Paypal is not safe! Someone hacked into my...

Paypal is not safe! Someone hacked into my account (I was not phished) and was busy buying on ebay with money from my checking account. Somehow they were able to bypass any confirmation emails to...
Forum: For Vintage & Antique Machine Enthusiasts
04-20-2012, 04:21 AM
Replies: 3
Views: 955
Posted By parrynj

Machine Model?

Hi,

I can buy this machine for $40.00 but I don't know what model it is. Can anyone identify it for me?
Thanks, Nancy

http://newlondon.craigslist.org/atq/2962080110.html
Forum: Introduce Yourself
03-27-2012, 03:24 AM
Replies: 17
Views: 784
Posted By parrynj

RE: Hello from Northeast CT

Welcome! We must be almost neighbors...I'm in Windham Center, Ct
Forum: For Vintage & Antique Machine Enthusiasts
03-19-2012, 04:03 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 8,609
Posted By parrynj

Thank you for all the info and suggestions...I...

Thank you for all the info and suggestions...I was able to find the serial number (it was born in 1961) and clean the case. The case cleaned up beautifully and the plastic is in pretty good shape...
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