Good Use of Price Stickers
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#61
05-16-2016I have a tip for disposing of needles and cutter blades. I had a nurse tell me they put sharps in a container, and when it is full, they pour plaster of paris over them, and when it set us, just discard the chunk of plaster and nobody can get hurt
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RipStitcher , 09-24-2012 04:46 PM
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Originally Posted by gardnergal970
I learned from a sewing machine repair person that we should never blow into our machines or use those pressurized cans used for cleaning computer keyboards because over time, the moisture can create favorable conditions for rust.
Not to mention that you're blowing stuff into places that stuff shouldn't be blown.
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I also use Superior Threads titanium coated needles, same sizes as you. They last a really long time. I don't sew as much as many of you do, but had my last needle in for five months on my piecing machine. I put a small sticky note on the side of my machine with the date and needle size.Originally Posted by MattieMae
I tend to dilly-dally when I'm sewing, so keeping track of hours would be senseless for me. They do sound different when they're getting dull. That's when I chuck them. I got some of the Superior Threads titanium coated topstitch 80/12 and 90/14 for piecing and quilting and they're lasting a really long time. Thanks for the tips.
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Fuzzykittenbutt , 09-25-2012 01:13 AM
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my goodness. I've been a very bad quilter. First I learn today that I should be changing my rotary blades more often and now it's my needles too! *goes to stand in the time out corner*
#66
You can also take the sticker applied to the flat side place it to the side of the mach. It will have the size,type & hours used. Great for switchig projects mid way.
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Okay, that's all I do too. Some needles seem to require much more effort than others once stitching is underway! : )Originally Posted by Neesie
To tell whether or not it's dull, I just run my fingertip across it. As for which one to use - if it works well and feels right, I just use it and don't worry about whether or not it's the "correct" needle.
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Thanks, Scissor Queen. Another good use for the price stickers. I'll start doing that too. Makes more sense then writing on the baggie and having to cross it out when I put a new quilt block in it.Originally Posted by Scissor Queen
I forgot to add, I use those price stickers for keeping track of block parts and sizes. Once I do my test block and start cutting pieces I put them in zipper baggies. Instead of writing on the baggie which can smear I use the price stickers. Plus when I start the next quilt I can just put a new sticker over the old one and keep using the same baggies. It really helps when some of the pieces are really close in size and hard to tell apart unless you measure every time.
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LadyElisabeth , 09-25-2012 10:04 AM
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"Now, why didn't I think of that?"What an excellent idea. New needles can make a BIG difference in ones stitching/quilting.
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How very clever. I like that idea and the "pillow" is adorable. I too, have both sewing and embroidery needles. I love this forum. Everyone has super tips and suggestions. Thanks to all who contributes.Originally Posted by Divokittysmom
Great minds think alike! lol.... My version is this: I use a post it note that I keep in a drawer by my machines. It has 2 purposes, first I use it to slip over my throat plate so when I change the needle it won't slip down into my machine. The 2nd one is to mark which needle I have removed if it is still ok to use. I also made a Needle Saver pincushion for used needles that are still good. Unfortunately, that was before I began quilting! I have no place to put my quilting needles! lol
