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    Yesterday, 02:03 PM
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    Posted By Gay

    We do need a photo to help with ideas.

    We do need a photo to help with ideas.
    Forum: Main
    09-22-2024, 01:28 PM
    Replies: 12
    Views: 825
    Posted By Gay

    I tested the Juki 2010 & 2200 and thought they...

    I tested the Juki 2010 & 2200 and thought they were too noisy. Ended up with a portable Janome HD, great machine and quiet. Then fell in love with a VMA machine with table, so quiet, needle stays...
    Forum: Main
    09-16-2024, 02:12 PM
    Replies: 8
    Views: 1,332
    Posted By Gay

    rofl - 3rd request, I can't send you any as I...

    rofl - 3rd request, I can't send you any as I could do with some myself.
    Forum: Main
    09-15-2024, 03:47 PM
    Replies: 7
    Views: 891
    Posted By Gay

    Yes, use a light iron-on interfacing, that will...

    Yes, use a light iron-on interfacing, that will stabilize the fabric.
    Forum: Main
    09-10-2024, 02:30 PM
    Replies: 10
    Views: 1,584
    Posted By Gay

    Your blocks seem sturdy enough to me, and I would...

    Your blocks seem sturdy enough to me, and I would simply press, perhaps using a little starch, trim to size and sew together. You can wash later with a couple of color catchers to collect any dye....
    Forum: Main
    09-09-2024, 01:32 PM
    Replies: 36
    Views: 3,606
    Posted By Gay

    If I were making this, I would stick to the pink...

    If I were making this, I would stick to the pink florals and plain fabrics, because that color is what the friend asked for. The florals will give a vintage look rather than childish. Even a...
    Forum: Main
    09-01-2024, 01:27 AM
    Replies: 9
    Views: 2,030
    Posted By Gay

    sloscotty - thank you for the picture. I do have...

    sloscotty - thank you for the picture. I do have one of those, used once, ruined my scissors, so put back in the package and out of sight. Will have a look in the morning to see if that part is...
    Forum: Main
    08-31-2024, 08:40 PM
    Replies: 9
    Views: 2,030
    Posted By Gay

    What is this for?

    Can someone tell me what this little do-hickey is used for. Made by Fiskars, I don't even know how it came to be in my possession.
    Forum: Main
    08-23-2024, 02:23 PM
    Replies: 16
    Views: 2,854
    Posted By Gay

    Thought I would throw this one into the works for...

    Thought I would throw this one into the works for consideration. It's a plait with strips, you don't have to have the embroidery on it, and can be made any size. For a larger size, the strips can be...
    Forum: Main
    08-13-2024, 12:13 AM
    Replies: 25
    Views: 2,408
    Posted By Gay

    I have done a large quilt on my domestic machine,...

    I have done a large quilt on my domestic machine, but if I had the option, I would get a friend to baste it on the longarm. At least then you know nothing will be moving out of place.
    Forum: Main
    08-11-2024, 12:08 AM
    Replies: 25
    Views: 2,408
    Posted By Gay

    My first quilt was one like this, done with my...

    My first quilt was one like this, done with my new serger, many yrs ago, and yes you can do it. Love to see a gent interested in quilting, as most of my acquaintices and family guys were only...
    Forum: Main
    08-10-2024, 11:33 PM
    Replies: 55
    Views: 5,243
    Posted By Gay

    My weekend is almost over so decided to post what...

    My weekend is almost over so decided to post what I have done. Not as much as hoped, due to my son visiting yesterday, shop this morning, and a nose bleed both days, Am getting heartily fed up with...
    08-09-2024, 06:17 PM
    Replies: 15
    Views: 2,151
    Posted By Gay

    and have you all checked out Youtube lately?

    and have you all checked out Youtube lately?
    Forum: Main
    08-09-2024, 05:58 PM
    Replies: 6
    Views: 860
    Posted By Gay

    Not really sure of what you're thinking. Is it...

    Not really sure of what you're thinking. Is it like either of these?
    That didn't go well, try, try again.
    Forum: Main
    08-08-2024, 04:33 PM
    Replies: 55
    Views: 5,243
    Posted By Gay

    I will be working on my Sampler Magic, hoping for...

    I will be working on my Sampler Magic, hoping for better results than the first row. This quilt is not for the feint-hearted or newbie. Apart from the measurements to cut the gazillion small pieces...
    Forum: Main
    08-05-2024, 04:18 PM
    Replies: 14
    Views: 2,431
    Posted By Gay

    What a treasure, and I remember Peter Pan...

    What a treasure, and I remember Peter Pan fabrics. If anyone still makes those cloth attic dolls they would love these.
    Forum: Main
    07-31-2024, 11:56 PM
    Replies: 11
    Views: 2,063
    Posted By Gay

    Is this printed on an inkjet printer & can you...

    Is this printed on an inkjet printer & can you reprint that panel? If it were mine, I'd take out that section of quilting, remove the panel and hand sew the new one in place, then re-do the quilting....
    Forum: Main
    07-31-2024, 01:40 PM
    Replies: 11
    Views: 1,605
    Posted By Gay

    I use Red Snappers for the edges, and they do...

    I use Red Snappers for the edges, and they do slip off if you don't also snap the batting. If the backing is a bit wider I cut a strip of batting and insert it in the snappers. I do not like them...
    Forum: Main
    07-28-2024, 01:13 PM
    Replies: 14
    Views: 1,880
    Posted By Gay

    I have a sister-in-law who loves to hand...

    I have a sister-in-law who loves to hand embroider using 1 thread, so I'm leaving mine to her.
    Forum: Main
    07-25-2024, 12:53 AM
    Replies: 19
    Views: 3,419
    Posted By Gay

    I believe Betty is asking about the 4 hst's sewn...

    I believe Betty is asking about the 4 hst's sewn together as a block with the two white triangles on opposite corners. I don't know of any particular name for it, but then, I don't remember much...
    Forum: Main
    07-20-2024, 04:26 PM
    Replies: 9
    Views: 1,118
    Posted By Gay

    Ask Mr. Google. Will show you many places to buy...

    Ask Mr. Google. Will show you many places to buy them.
    Forum: Main
    07-12-2024, 03:35 PM
    Replies: 13
    Views: 2,529
    Posted By Gay

    Mr Google showed me a few photos of this exact...

    Mr Google showed me a few photos of this exact quilt, and most just called it 'Snowflake'.
    The description in this ad is interesting, as it states as supplied as a kit, and the background is dotted...
    Forum: Main
    07-09-2024, 02:21 PM
    Replies: 14
    Views: 2,532
    Posted By Gay

    I agree. Pass your steam iron over, not touching...

    I agree. Pass your steam iron over, not touching the quilt. That should help.
    Forum: Main
    06-19-2024, 06:12 PM
    Replies: 15
    Views: 3,145
    Posted By Gay

    I drew this up in EQ, but see Janey has found the...

    I drew this up in EQ, but see Janey has found the pattern so have deleted mine.
    Forum: Main
    06-07-2024, 08:19 PM
    Replies: 3
    Views: 897
    Posted By Gay

    Monopoly Thread

    I needed thread for a clients' quilt, and due to the dark & light fabrics, decided to try Superior's Monopoly. Went to town and bought 2 reels, opened one yesterday, and found the thread broke with...
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