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    Forum: Main
    08-20-2024, 05:25 AM
    Replies: 12
    Views: 1,462
    Posted By oreo1912

    I just read your thread. When I built my DIL...

    I just read your thread. When I built my DIL backdrop for her wedding I had that sagging problem with the pvc due to the long span. I got a piece of alum conduit with a smaller diameter and slid it...
    Forum: Main
    06-28-2024, 07:46 AM
    Replies: 24
    Views: 2,994
    Posted By oreo1912

    linda have you tried Shields Sewing in the Ole...

    linda have you tried Shields Sewing in the Ole Town Mall in Davenport? They replaced my motor and shaft on my Brother 1600P in a few days and for a reasonable fee.
    Forum: Main
    05-17-2024, 07:51 AM
    Replies: 4
    Views: 1,360
    Posted By oreo1912

    Here is one i did a few years back. The bags were...

    Here is one i did a few years back. The bags were made of cheap flannel and not all the same size. The thread they used to serge them together is polyester and will melt….watch the iron, I used the...
    Forum: General Chit-Chat (non-quilting talk)
    05-14-2024, 06:37 PM
    Replies: 7
    Views: 1,193
    Posted By oreo1912

    I do many tshirt quilts. The sleeves and other...

    I do many tshirt quilts. The sleeves and other smaller pcs I send to work with my husband who works at a paint store they use them as rags. The backs I cut into squares and make project Linus...
    Forum: Main
    05-14-2024, 06:31 PM
    Replies: 6
    Views: 1,684
    Posted By oreo1912

    I would use heat n bond and then can you zigzag...

    I would use heat n bond and then can you zigzag over the slice using a thread the same color as the tshirt. That should secure it and is what I have done with shirts that have had tears in them. ...
    Forum: Main
    04-15-2024, 05:26 AM
    Replies: 10
    Views: 1,844
    Posted By oreo1912

    You could do some appliqué to replace something...

    You could do some appliqué to replace something like numbers or letters, however, a tshirt quilt is a memory quilt so why do anything. The shirts show wear and those memories of how they got worn. ...
    Forum: Main
    02-08-2024, 06:17 AM
    Replies: 3
    Views: 851
    Posted By oreo1912

    I just finished a quilt with 5 dri-fit fabric...

    I just finished a quilt with 5 dri-fit fabric shirts which is what I believe you mean by Under Armor. I found the best method was to use 2 layers of the light weight interfacing that you are using...
    Forum: Pictures
    01-03-2024, 07:41 AM
    Replies: 28
    Views: 9,658
    Posted By oreo1912

    Here are some I have done.

    Here are some I have done.
    Forum: Main
    12-19-2023, 05:36 AM
    Replies: 11
    Views: 1,966
    Posted By oreo1912

    I started with a 9” domestic on a grace SR2...

    I started with a 9” domestic on a grace SR2 frame. Recently moved up to a 15” Qnique which is the largest my frame will handle. I love having it on a frame. Much easier on my hands moving machine in...
    Forum: Main
    12-08-2023, 07:11 PM
    Replies: 18
    Views: 1,855
    Posted By oreo1912

    Check your tension discs. I had this issue and...

    Check your tension discs. I had this issue and discovered that after I changed thread color I had put the thread between the discs but not securely between them so the tension could engage.
    Forum: Main
    12-04-2023, 08:58 PM
    Replies: 15
    Views: 2,365
    Posted By oreo1912

    On my qnique15 I tend to use 10 but if I am doing...

    On my qnique15 I tend to use 10 but if I am doing some dense fillers I will go 12
    Forum: Main
    12-04-2023, 08:53 PM
    Replies: 17
    Views: 5,830
    Posted By oreo1912

    QZone has adjustable legs so you can use sitting...

    QZone has adjustable legs so you can use sitting or standing. Carriage has rails for dual track wheels. Other than that they appear to be pretty much the same. I have had mine since 2016 and with...
    Forum: Main
    12-04-2023, 08:51 PM
    Replies: 17
    Views: 5,830
    Posted By oreo1912

    QZone has adjustable legs so you can use sitting...

    QZone has adjustable legs so you can use sitting or standing. Carriage has rails for dual track wheels. Other than that they appear to be pretty much the same. I have had mine since 2016 and with...
    Forum: Main
    11-13-2023, 12:20 PM
    Replies: 8
    Views: 1,508
    Posted By oreo1912

    look at Allbrands.com they have a recertified...

    look at Allbrands.com they have a recertified Qnique 15 for 2999.00 . I bought one of these about 6 mos ago and have had no isssues with it. You can pair it with a QZone frame queen size for...
    Forum: Main
    11-13-2023, 12:19 PM
    Replies: 8
    Views: 1,508
    Posted By oreo1912

    look at Allbrands.com they have a recertified...

    look at Allbrands.com they have a recertified Qnique 15 for 2999.00 . I bought one of these about 6 mos ago and have had no isssues with it. You can pair it with a QZone frame queen size for...
    Forum: Main
    08-21-2023, 08:22 PM
    Replies: 6
    Views: 1,140
    Posted By oreo1912

    I have done 20+ t-shirt quilts. I have only done...

    I have done 20+ t-shirt quilts. I have only done one with an all over stipple. I normally quilt around the designs on the T-shirts and then do something in the banners. I normally piece them as well...
    Forum: Main
    08-02-2023, 09:09 PM
    Replies: 12
    Views: 1,847
    Posted By oreo1912

    I have used a lot of serger thread to quilt with...

    I have used a lot of serger thread to quilt with over the years. Problem I have found is that it is inconsistent and you will have thick and thin spots. Thick spots get caught in the needle eye and...
    Forum: Main
    08-02-2023, 09:08 PM
    Replies: 12
    Views: 1,847
    Posted By oreo1912

    I have used a lot of serger thread to quilt with...

    I have used a lot of serger thread to quilt with over the years. Problem I have found is that it is inconsistent and you will have thick and thin spots. Thick spots get caught in the needle eye and...
    Forum: Main
    06-21-2023, 10:36 AM
    Replies: 15
    Views: 2,337
    Posted By oreo1912

    I use Marshall’s Dry Goods. Batting is on their...

    I use Marshall’s Dry Goods. Batting is on their wholesale site. Many widths and types. I have been using it for about 4 years and have been very happy with the quality. Comes as a large roll so no...
    Forum: Main
    06-16-2023, 09:34 AM
    Replies: 6
    Views: 1,323
    Posted By oreo1912

    I got mine as a factory recertified to save...

    I got mine as a factory recertified to save money. It does fit on the SR2 frame but it is a tight fit. Next up I would like to get the new grace evolution frame. Hopefully my SR2 will hold up...
    Forum: Main
    06-15-2023, 07:16 PM
    Replies: 6
    Views: 1,323
    Posted By oreo1912

    Another thing to check is make sure your encoder...

    Another thing to check is make sure your encoder wheels and carriage wheels are clean of debris. It’s amazing how much lint and small thread pcs can get in those wheel grooves and cause the encoders...
    Forum: Pictures
    06-14-2023, 05:23 PM
    Replies: 17
    Views: 2,752
    Posted By oreo1912

    that is adorable. I agree there is always a need...

    that is adorable. I agree there is always a need for little boys. I just finished a robot one.
    Forum: Main
    06-14-2023, 05:07 PM
    Replies: 6
    Views: 1,323
    Posted By oreo1912

    Smile have you tried unplugging both the regulator into...

    have you tried unplugging both the regulator into the machine and the encoder connections? I had that problem only to find the connections on the encoders were loose. I have had mine since 2016 and...
    Forum: Main
    05-11-2023, 05:01 PM
    Replies: 17
    Views: 5,830
    Posted By oreo1912

    I forgot to mention that when you get the new...

    I forgot to mention that when you get the new ratchet the screw has a captive square tap on it so you can knock the exiting one into the bar and don’t worry about fishing it out. I ordered 2… I...
    Forum: Main
    05-10-2023, 06:25 PM
    Replies: 17
    Views: 5,830
    Posted By oreo1912

    I just wiggled it a little and it came off… now...

    I just wiggled it a little and it came off… now the original ratchet has a square washer on the back of the screw that might be causing you grief. Just take a small screw driver and knock it out if...
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