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Old 06-01-2010, 08:15 AM
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I learned that a lot of us use our seam rippers and sew barefoot. Don't know if this was the most important but heartwarming.
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Old 06-01-2010, 08:31 AM
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Keep your fingers away from moving needles.
The edge of one's rotary cutter is really sharp.


And most important........

When faced with someone bigger than you, always aim for the knees. (Dad told me this, He was a Navy Man and taught all of us hand to hand combat.))
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Old 06-01-2010, 08:50 AM
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Originally Posted by Chasing Hawk
Keep your fingers away from moving needles.
The edge of one's rotary cutter is really sharp.


And most important........

When faced with someone bigger than you, always aim for the knees. (Dad told me this, He was a Navy Man and taught all of us hand to hand combat.))
I love the third one! Being a shorty, it always worked for me!
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Old 06-01-2010, 08:52 AM
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Originally Posted by Sewslow
I learned that a lot of us use our seam rippers and sew barefoot. Don't know if this was the most important but heartwarming.
I don't know how you can sew barefoot! My tootsies would get cold and I seem to need a hard sole! Here are my favorite shoes...no kidding!

Aaah, now I can sew!
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Old 06-01-2010, 09:01 AM
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Originally Posted by sandpat
That there is a difference between ironing and pressing! And
How to do a scant 1/4"
Amen!
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Old 06-01-2010, 09:08 AM
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it may work for you, but isn't necessarily true for me....and definitely vice versa..most quilters have cats or dogs.....& if it's ugly, just keep cutting it smaller!!!!!!
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Old 06-01-2010, 09:32 AM
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Originally Posted by Kitsie
What is the most important thing (tip or lesson) you've learned from this "Bunch of Sew & Sews"? I'm talking about quilting here, not the friendship, generosity and admiration we all give and get from each other.

Mine is to Starch, starch, starch!

Enjoy your day!
Yeah, me too!!! :thumbup:
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Old 06-01-2010, 11:59 AM
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Set seams before you press.
Starch, Starch, Starch. Did I say starch.
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To turn the machine on before I sew ;)
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How to make a huge ironing board, I love, love, love mine & am thinking how to fit a second one in my sewing room!!!
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