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Forum: Main
02-04-2015, 01:39 AM
Replies: 35
Views: 5,772
Posted By Littlebearquiltingboard

Hello, I have a Bernina 550QE and I wish that I...

Hello,
I have a Bernina 550QE and I wish that I had not bought it. I also have an older Bernina 930 which I love. I much prefer the feed on the older Bernina which takes the fabric through evenly,...
Forum: Main
10-22-2014, 06:05 AM
Replies: 14
Views: 2,101
Posted By Littlebearquiltingboard

Hi Rose, Thank you for posting these pictures of...

Hi Rose, Thank you for posting these pictures of your beautiful piecing and quilting done with your Juki F600.
Forum: Main
10-21-2014, 02:22 AM
Replies: 14
Views: 2,101
Posted By Littlebearquiltingboard

Hi Sisty, Thank you for your reply about the...

Hi Sisty, Thank you for your reply about the F600. Thank you also for the advice to barter! Can I ask where you bought your machine? I'm thinking of buying from Frank Nutt in Birmingham but only...
Forum: Main
10-21-2014, 12:37 AM
Replies: 14
Views: 2,101
Posted By Littlebearquiltingboard

New sewing machine - Juki?

I have a love/hate relationship with my Bernina 550QE so I've decided to bite the bullet and buy a new sewing machine. I have been reading wonderful things about the Juki domestic machines and am...
Forum: For Vintage & Antique Machine Enthusiasts
09-13-2014, 11:35 PM
Replies: 16
Views: 1,964
Posted By Littlebearquiltingboard

I'm having to find new homes for most of my...

I'm having to find new homes for most of my vintage machines because I'm moving home. (They are posted in the offers section of this forum). It's making me feel quite sad as in an ideal world I would...
Forum: Pictures
06-10-2014, 08:00 AM
Replies: 32
Views: 3,592
Posted By Littlebearquiltingboard

Your quilt is beautiful, especially the calming...

Your quilt is beautiful, especially the calming colours. Please can you tell me what size squares you used from the the patterned fabric and what size squares from the white fabric? Many thanks....
Forum: For Vintage & Antique Machine Enthusiasts
05-24-2014, 09:09 AM
Replies: 29
Views: 4,796
Posted By Littlebearquiltingboard

That's looking great so far Hilary. The paper is...

That's looking great so far Hilary. The paper is perfect for a sewing machine!
Clare
Forum: For Vintage & Antique Machine Enthusiasts
05-22-2014, 10:40 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 908
Posted By Littlebearquiltingboard

Thank you for the advice on which ones to buy. ...

Thank you for the advice on which ones to buy.
Clare
Forum: For Vintage & Antique Machine Enthusiasts
05-22-2014, 09:39 AM
Replies: 5
Views: 908
Posted By Littlebearquiltingboard

Please don't get me started on the prices in the...

Please don't get me started on the prices in the UK, it makes me want to cry sometimes.

But at least vintage machines are plentiful and cheap.
Forum: For Vintage & Antique Machine Enthusiasts
05-22-2014, 08:11 AM
Replies: 5
Views: 908
Posted By Littlebearquiltingboard

Tri-flow - which one?

Yay! I have finally found a stockist of Tri-flow in the UK. Unfortunately I am totally confused by the different varieties on offer. Please can someone have a look and tell me which ones I need for...
Forum: For Vintage & Antique Machine Enthusiasts
05-21-2014, 01:56 AM
Replies: 6
Views: 1,907
Posted By Littlebearquiltingboard

I agree! I will keep my eye on this one because I...

I agree! I will keep my eye on this one because I am very interested in seeing what the final bid will be.
Forum: For Vintage & Antique Machine Enthusiasts
05-21-2014, 01:02 AM
Replies: 58
Views: 10,304
Posted By Littlebearquiltingboard

Mike, I need to get my 15 out and try it for...

Mike, I need to get my 15 out and try it for piecing. When it was out it was great for free motion. I'm hoping to get it set up in it's treadle this weekend.

I had a Pinnock which I sold and I am...
Forum: For Vintage & Antique Machine Enthusiasts
05-21-2014, 12:57 AM
Replies: 12
Views: 2,797
Posted By Littlebearquiltingboard

What a kind husband you have. Your 201 is...

What a kind husband you have.

Your 201 is lovely - enjoy her!
Forum: For Vintage & Antique Machine Enthusiasts
05-21-2014, 12:55 AM
Replies: 6
Views: 1,907
Posted By Littlebearquiltingboard

Bernina - if only

If only I had the space and if only it wasn't so far to drive:-

http://www.ebay.com/itm/251535898899?_trksid=p2055119.m1438.l2648&ssPageName=STRK%3AMEBIDX%3AIT
Forum: For Vintage & Antique Machine Enthusiasts
05-20-2014, 01:52 AM
Replies: 24
Views: 5,243
Posted By Littlebearquiltingboard

I am lucky to have three Bernina's a two year old...

I am lucky to have three Bernina's a two year old 550QE, a Minimatic 707 and a 930 Record. Of the three my favourite is the 930. If I could have only one machine it would be this one without a doubt.
Forum: For Vintage & Antique Machine Enthusiasts
05-17-2014, 10:40 AM
Replies: 58
Views: 10,304
Posted By Littlebearquiltingboard

Shelf liner is a great idea. I have put it under...

Shelf liner is a great idea. I have put it under the feet of my Sew-ezi table because it vibrated too much for my liking but somehow I never made the connection in my brain of using it under the...
Forum: For Vintage & Antique Machine Enthusiasts
05-17-2014, 10:31 AM
Replies: 27
Views: 10,208
Posted By Littlebearquiltingboard

I am VERY tempted by a new 1008. They retail in...

I am VERY tempted by a new 1008. They retail in the UK for around £600, depending on offers and accessories. I know I don't need one but I think it would be a good investment and last for many years....
Forum: For Vintage & Antique Machine Enthusiasts
05-17-2014, 06:36 AM
Replies: 58
Views: 10,304
Posted By Littlebearquiltingboard

I would love to have a 301 but I have never seen...

I would love to have a 301 but I have never seen one available so I am guessing they were not made for the UK market.

So far I have ruled out my 66 and aluminium 201. Sadly I am having to let go...
Forum: For Vintage & Antique Machine Enthusiasts
05-17-2014, 12:04 AM
Replies: 58
Views: 10,304
Posted By Littlebearquiltingboard

Which vintage machine do you prefer for piecing?

Hi, I was wondering which of your vintage machines you prefer for piecing? I'm currently working through all mine to see which I like best with the aim of having it set up in the living room ready to...
Forum: Main
05-13-2014, 06:06 AM
Replies: 26
Views: 5,267
Posted By Littlebearquiltingboard

Tartan, you beat me to it!

Tartan, you beat me to it!
Forum: Main
05-13-2014, 06:06 AM
Replies: 26
Views: 5,267
Posted By Littlebearquiltingboard

Since reading about a magnifying light fire years...

Since reading about a magnifying light fire years ago, I now make covers to place over any magnifying item I have.

I am glad you were ok.
Forum: Main
05-13-2014, 04:26 AM
Replies: 7
Views: 1,171
Posted By Littlebearquiltingboard

Thank you for the advice. I will make changes to...

Thank you for the advice. I will make changes to the presser foot pressure until I get it right.
Forum: For Vintage & Antique Machine Enthusiasts
05-13-2014, 03:20 AM
Replies: 27
Views: 10,208
Posted By Littlebearquiltingboard

Typing that has made me realise that I am being...

Typing that has made me realise that I am being silly and I should use them as often as I want and not worry about "what ifs". I feel I ought to use my new Bernina because it was expensive and I...
Forum: For Vintage & Antique Machine Enthusiasts
05-13-2014, 03:17 AM
Replies: 27
Views: 10,208
Posted By Littlebearquiltingboard

Me too. I would hate for them to break. I wish I...

Me too. I would hate for them to break. I wish I could buy a brand new "old" Bernina!
Forum: Main
05-13-2014, 02:05 AM
Replies: 7
Views: 1,171
Posted By Littlebearquiltingboard

Bernina 550 QE for piecing??

Does anyone use a Bernina 550QE for piecing? How do you get on with it?

I have tried piecing on mine (new schmetz needle of appropriate type and size, single hole throat plate, metler thread) and...
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