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    Old 06-02-2017, 05:43 AM
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    I had a quilt hanging over the edge of the ironing board. One of the cats tried climbing up on it. That did not work out well. Although my darning was very good - but along with the darning, there was some ----ing, too.
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    Old 06-02-2017, 06:08 AM
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    Make a test block before cutting out all the pieces.
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    Old 06-02-2017, 06:38 AM
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    My biggest tip is if you make mistakes (which you probably will) learn from them.
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    Old 06-02-2017, 07:38 AM
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    Most people will not notice most mistakes.

    However - if MY mistake is bothering me - and it's a relatively easy "fix" - I may as well do it, because the bothering usually does not go away for me.
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    Old 06-02-2017, 11:18 AM
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    I do agree that making a test block is a must. Also washing and starching fabric first. I learned to clean my machine getting lent out of the bobbin holder and start each new project with a new needle. I try to get everything I am going to need to be using close around me so I don't nave to stop and try to find what I need when I need it. Don't be afraid to try new ways of doing things you may learn some new and better way of doing things.
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    Old 06-02-2017, 04:56 PM
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    Here are my two suggestions:

    1) Change your sewing machine needle at the start of each new project.
    2) Change your rotary cutter blades often. (When you find you are "pushing" on your cutter - change the blade).
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    Old 06-03-2017, 07:46 AM
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    Clean bobbin area often.
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    Old 06-03-2017, 08:08 AM
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    Keep pins and needles away from areas DH frequents - such as the couch, living room floor, bed - etc.

    Also, if your cat(s) like thread - be careful with it. It can get around their toes and injure them.
    It is not beneficial for them to swallow thread, either.
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    Old 06-03-2017, 01:33 PM
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    The one thing I remember I do not have a drink anyhere close to any of my work. I spilled a glass of ice tea one time over satin dress I was making for a customer. Thankfully the liquid was on top of the tissue and I was able to brush it off to the edge of the table.
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    Old 06-03-2017, 02:26 PM
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    I change my rotary cutter blades often, but not my sewing machine needle. What happens if I don't change my sewing machine needle after each project?
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