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Old 12-08-2012, 05:42 PM
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craftyneedle
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Default slider alternative

Originally Posted by jlm5419 View Post
I have used a teflon sheet, intended for ironing to keep sticky stuff off your iron when doing fusible projects. I attached it to the bed of my Singer 15-91 with painter's tape. It really helped the quilt slide, but it isn't a perfect solution since the tape has to be reapplied frequently. I have some gorilla tape, but hesitate to use it on my machine. I have since mounted that 15-91 into a cabinet, so I may be in the market for a supreme slider or equivalent myself.
I have heard you can wax your machine bed, then buff it with a clean clothe to take off excess. Supposed to make it really slick. Haven't tried it yet, but it makes sense. I just keep using the slider I bought back when it was much cheaper and it holds up very well.
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