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Quiltmaniac2010 04-14-2011 04:28 PM
Originally Posted by kraftykimberly
My tip is to give in and just stop sewing at 3:00 in the morning if your eyes are watering from eye strain from sewing away all day. I say that because it is possible you might incorporate part of your clothing ensemble into your project. Ask me how I know :-)
LOL!! I hear you!! Not only your clothing, but the tablecloth..... 3 times!!! I guess I'm a slow learner!!

Kathi Schofield 04-14-2011 04:51 PM
when hand sewing the binding i use the bendable hairbrets to hold the binding while i sew

audsgirl 04-14-2011 04:53 PM
I really like the Invisi-Grip to cover the bottoms of rulers. It is a vinyl cling product that one cuts 1/8 inch smaller than the ruler. It doesn't throw off the balance of the ruler.
Also, the rubber ring BobbinSaver is terrific for storing bobbins so they don't unwind. They slip so easily in and out, and you can see the color of the thread at a glance. Both of these items are available at JoAnn's.

hawaiilove 04-14-2011 05:27 PM
Great idea - thanks Donna

Originally Posted by DonnaCee
Is it possible to start a "tips" thread? I'm sure there are thousand of useful quilting tips out there. Think of all we could learn. I'll start with one.
Use an inexpensive letter/file holder from Staples or even the dollar store to hold your rulers.

Andrea 04-14-2011 05:30 PM
Yes, I think they are raised a bit, but that hasn't bothered me. The ruler doesn't wobble, and its lines aren't distorted. Maybe mine aren't as high as yours???

Glanced at your bio. I, too, live alone and love it. A friend of mine stopped by the other day and said, "Wow, this looks like a quilt factory in here!" I couldn't have been happier. It's messy, but I'm happy and look forward to getting up every morning.k

Andrea 04-14-2011 05:30 PM
Yes, I think they are raised a bit, but that hasn't bothered me. The ruler doesn't wobble, and its lines aren't distorted. Maybe mine aren't as high as yours???

Glanced at your bio. I, too, live alone and love it. A friend of mine stopped by the other day and said, "Wow, this looks like a quilt factory in here!" I couldn't have been happier. It's messy, but I'm happy and look forward to getting up every morning.

mmb195152 04-14-2011 05:40 PM
Would Love them!!!! [email protected]

Kitsie 04-14-2011 05:42 PM
Originally Posted by mmb195152
Would Love them!!!! [email protected]
?? Might want to let us know what thread you are referring to? Maybe PM the poster?

Also a warning - not a good idea to post your e-mail address in a thread, save that for a pm, also!

Enjoy!

quiltwiz 04-14-2011 05:44 PM
Originally Posted by DonnaCee
Is it possible to start a "tips" thread? I'm sure there are thousand of useful quilting tips out there. Think of all we could learn. I'll start with one.
Use an inexpensive letter/file holder from Staples or even the dollar store to hold your rulers.
When cutting strips for binding, I cut an extra strip ( if enough fabric) and make binding as usual. Whatever I have left over, I put in a box and when I need binding for a child's quilt, or a charity quilt...or any quilt that could stand a muliple punch of color, I just sew them together and have my binding already to go.

debcavan 04-14-2011 05:44 PM
That is a great tip. I need that one


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