"Tips Page"
06-07-2012, 03:11 PM
#273
Senior Member
Join Date: Mar 2012
Location: Midlothian,Texas
Posts: 724
Embroidery designs:
I make a print out of all my designs and store them in the clear plastic sleeves. They go in their own section according to the designer or web site I download them from. When I need a design I flip through my binders then it makes it easier to find on the computer because the computer it set up the same as the binder according to designer, etc.
I make a print out of all my designs and store them in the clear plastic sleeves. They go in their own section according to the designer or web site I download them from. When I need a design I flip through my binders then it makes it easier to find on the computer because the computer it set up the same as the binder according to designer, etc.
09-02-2012, 08:02 PM
#276
Senior Member
Join Date: Jul 2007
Location: New England
Posts: 821
I just finished a project that used fusible interfacing. It said to cut the fabric 9x12 and to cut the interfacing the same, then fuse. I cut the interfacing to 87/8x 117/8 (undersized by 1/8") I will be doing this all the time now. Less chance of the fusible getting on the iron and it will still be caught in the 1/4" seam.
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09-14-2012, 04:47 AM
#277
Super Member
Join Date: Jul 2011
Location: N. Florida
Posts: 4,568
Looking for a new sewing machine? I found this great checklist of things you might want to consider when shopping. I found this on a website called sewmamasew.com
Here's the checklist.
What unique features does this machine have that sets it apart from others?
How many stitches does it have?
Which accessories come with the machine?
What are my options for future accessories (i.e. additional feet, etc.), and what is
the associated approximate cost?
What type of warranty comes with the machine?
Who completes the repairs, and how long does that typically take? (Do you have
to ship the machine to the manufacturer or does the shop do repairs?)
Is the machine supposed be professionally "tuned up" and cleaned? How much
does that cost?
Are lessons/classes included in the cost of the machine?
Is the harp size adequate for my needs? Do the feed dogs drop for quilting?
How does it feel to sew? Quiet? Smooth? Intuitive features? Loud? Confusing?
Will this machine fit my sewing space well? (If you’re a roving sewist does it
have a case?)
Can I see myself sewing happily on this machine in 20 years?
Are there any handouts about the machine I can take to read at home?
Here's the checklist.
What unique features does this machine have that sets it apart from others?
How many stitches does it have?
Which accessories come with the machine?
What are my options for future accessories (i.e. additional feet, etc.), and what is
the associated approximate cost?
What type of warranty comes with the machine?
Who completes the repairs, and how long does that typically take? (Do you have
to ship the machine to the manufacturer or does the shop do repairs?)
Is the machine supposed be professionally "tuned up" and cleaned? How much
does that cost?
Are lessons/classes included in the cost of the machine?
Is the harp size adequate for my needs? Do the feed dogs drop for quilting?
How does it feel to sew? Quiet? Smooth? Intuitive features? Loud? Confusing?
Will this machine fit my sewing space well? (If you’re a roving sewist does it
have a case?)
Can I see myself sewing happily on this machine in 20 years?
Are there any handouts about the machine I can take to read at home?
09-24-2012, 07:21 AM
#280
Member
Join Date: Feb 2007
Location: Really North California
Posts: 49
Where?
DonnaCee had an idea to start a tips topic. Because topics soon become lost and are difficult to weed through, I decided to create a "Tips Page". I went through all of the posts and organized the tips into categories. I gave each person credit for sharing their tip. When someone shares a new tip with us, I will add it to the page. Our head moderator, PatriceJ has graciously agreed to "stick" this topic to the top of the main page so you can find it easily.
You can find the official "Tips Page" by clicking on this link:
http://www.quiltingboard.com/user_page.jsp?upnum=3335
Happy Quilting!
You can find the official "Tips Page" by clicking on this link:
http://www.quiltingboard.com/user_page.jsp?upnum=3335
Happy Quilting!
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