Any non-sewing items that you use for quilting?
06-04-2011, 10:02 PM
#31
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Originally Posted by dallen4350
I found my smallest crochet hook works great for closing and opening safety pins when I was quilting.
I also have a tweezers handy when sewing. Use it to pull up thread from the bobbin, pick off any stray threads, pull out pins from under the pressure foot (but not yet under the needle), etc. I use the back to poke out corners as it has a rounded point.
What non-sewing items do you use?
I also have a tweezers handy when sewing. Use it to pull up thread from the bobbin, pick off any stray threads, pull out pins from under the pressure foot (but not yet under the needle), etc. I use the back to poke out corners as it has a rounded point.
What non-sewing items do you use?
And of course, it's great to pick up loose threads and lint while piecing, too.
06-05-2011, 02:43 AM
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I use tiny electrical pliers to remove some of the PPing paper when I can't get a good hold on it.
Also use Chinese chop sticks for getting the corners out when turning right side out...works great.
Also use Chinese chop sticks for getting the corners out when turning right side out...works great.
06-05-2011, 02:54 AM
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Originally Posted by skippitydodahquilts
Freezer paper! I use it to print my labels on the fabric from my printer. Found the tutorial here - http://craftygemini.blogspot.com/201...-for-free.html
06-05-2011, 03:05 AM
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great tips so far!!!
I have a vintage (non-electronic) sewing machine made from cast aluminum so I defaced it with a piece of stick on magnet strip on the front of the machine to hold pins
I use a huge old metal goblet (quit laughing - I can find it) with a bingo maker magnet inside to hold pins
I found a domino holder thingy works to line up bobbins in the drawer
I use a tall tin to hold trash thread and fabric bits
a drawer handle on the side of the machine holds scissors
I have a vintage (non-electronic) sewing machine made from cast aluminum so I defaced it with a piece of stick on magnet strip on the front of the machine to hold pins
I use a huge old metal goblet (quit laughing - I can find it) with a bingo maker magnet inside to hold pins
I found a domino holder thingy works to line up bobbins in the drawer
I use a tall tin to hold trash thread and fabric bits
a drawer handle on the side of the machine holds scissors
06-05-2011, 03:09 AM
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Originally Posted by dallen4350
I found my smallest crochet hook works great for closing and opening safety pins when I was quilting.
I also have a tweezers handy when sewing. Use it to pull up thread from the bobbin, pick off any stray threads, pull out pins from under the pressure foot (but not yet under the needle), etc. I use the back to poke out corners as it has a rounded point.
What non-sewing items do you use?
I also have a tweezers handy when sewing. Use it to pull up thread from the bobbin, pick off any stray threads, pull out pins from under the pressure foot (but not yet under the needle), etc. I use the back to poke out corners as it has a rounded point.
What non-sewing items do you use?
06-05-2011, 03:54 AM
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I use all the things the others posted but I also have a Black & Decker crosshair laser level that works perfect to square up a quilt. 2 sides at a time, laser comes out the top and side to make a perfect corner. Maybe you should get your husband one for Father's Day! ha
06-05-2011, 04:14 AM
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Originally Posted by dallen4350
I found my smallest crochet hook works great for closing and opening safety pins when I was quilting.
I also have a tweezers handy when sewing. Use it to pull up thread from the bobbin, pick off any stray threads, pull out pins from under the pressure foot (but not yet under the needle), etc. I use the back to poke out corners as it has a rounded point.
What non-sewing items do you use?
I also have a tweezers handy when sewing. Use it to pull up thread from the bobbin, pick off any stray threads, pull out pins from under the pressure foot (but not yet under the needle), etc. I use the back to poke out corners as it has a rounded point.
What non-sewing items do you use?
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