What sewing things have you bought that you wish you hadn't?
09-23-2015, 07:28 AM
#41
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Originally Posted by Narda H.
Rotary blade sharpeners. I've bought 2 different kinds and neither work! They make the blade more dull.My DH is a genius and can't get then to work either.
I have EQ6 and upgraded 7 and purchased Block Base. All the Block Base blocks are in EQ 7. Good grief!
I have EQ6 and upgraded 7 and purchased Block Base. All the Block Base blocks are in EQ 7. Good grief!
09-23-2015, 07:47 AM
#43
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Originally Posted by NoraB
What does everyone think of the Gingher rotary cutter? I have been drooling over one for years, but they cost so much more than my little blue Dritz (45mm) and my yellow Olfa (60mm). I know I can purchase one using a JoAnn Fabric coupon...but are they worth the additional dollars? And, are their rotary blades worth the additional dollars?
Thanks!
Thanks!
09-23-2015, 07:58 AM
#44
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Narda, Ok I check some more on the blocks in BB. 300 – 400 blocks (traditional favorites like Log Cabin) from BlockBase are also found in EQ. That leaves about 3,600 blocks in BlockBase, not found in EQ7. I thought you might like this information. You will love BB.
09-23-2015, 08:10 AM
#45
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The supreme slider. I thought it would be wonderful but to me it isn't. Also The Fabulous Fabric Glide for FMQ.( It is kind of like the Halo) I thought it would help with my quilting but it really just gets in my way. I guess it is ok for smaller items but I don't use it.
09-23-2015, 11:23 AM
#46
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I bought the Gingher cutter to try out. I like it. It's heavier then the others I have and takes less pressure to cut. I don't remember the price so it's been worth it to me whatever it was. I use the Gingher blades or any of the others in it. I can't tell much difference in the name brand blades.
09-23-2015, 06:37 PM
#48
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Originally Posted by coopah
The Purple Thang. Didn't cost much, but I never use it...there are other things around the house that do the same thing. A bobbin holder that looks like a multi-armed octopus. The bobbin rings are better.
09-23-2015, 10:02 PM
#49
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Originally Posted by cjsews
I bought the quilt calculator. It can calculate how much fabric you need to buy when you new so many squares, strips, etc. I don't think I have ever used it
09-24-2015, 04:02 AM
#50
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I've bought some fabrics and patterns that I will probably never use, but as for sewing tools, I don't regret buying any that I have. I've just always believed if you are a crafter, you should have good tools.........not unnecessary tools, but the ones that make it easier for the job at hand, and produce a nicer, finished project.
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