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janb 11-11-2010 01:57 PM
Originally Posted by pieces
I don't buy all those notions. I have my rulers and rotary blade
and I do just fine. Buying quilting notions are just like kitchen notions. You don't need them. Maybe use them once and they are stuck in a drawer. All the quilting notions will not make me a better quilter. Precision is what makes a good quilter.
Be precise when cutting quilt pieces, and precise when stitching.
The magnetic pen holders are great, but should never be used around a computerized machine. The best gifts you can buy a quilter is a good ruler or rotary blades.
AMEN.........

JudeWill 11-11-2010 02:07 PM
Originally Posted by sueisallaboutquilts
The only thing that really jumps out in my mind is the rotary blade sharpener. I finally threw it out. I can't remember the name but it was blue and not very expensive.
I agree! I've bought two of those & didn't like either one. Never use them.

JudeWill 11-11-2010 02:12 PM
[quote=raptureready]I tried the pedicure toe separators for my bobbins and like them just fine.

I use pony tail holders to go around the bobbins. I don't remember where I found that tip, but I like it.

JudeWill 11-11-2010 02:29 PM
Originally Posted by Sadiemae
Originally Posted by CompulsiveQuilter
Originally Posted by Sadiemae
For me, the Zip Bind System was very expensive and garbage!
what is the Zip Bind system?
It is a Martelli product sold with lots of pieces that is supposed to make binding so easy. It might be good for other people, but to me it is useless. You can see it here:
http://www.nancysnotions.com/product...nding+combo.do
Good to know! The side-winder was my most expensive notion purchase (so far) that I don't like. Does not wind tight. I was going to return it, but too much time had passed.

One of my handiest tools is a telescoping rod with a magnet on the end. Great for picking up dropped needles, pins & small tools.

purplefiend 11-11-2010 02:31 PM
Originally Posted by Sadiemae
For me, the Zip Bind System was very expensive and garbage!
What is it? Never heard of it.
The wasteful notions I bought was a 2 tone purple seam ripper from Dritz, supposed to be ergonomic; but its not very sharp and doesn't rip very well at all. The Side Winder is about useless, I can't use it with my Viking bobbins and the bobbins it does work with aren't wound evenly. :thumbdown:

purplefiend 11-11-2010 02:35 PM
Originally Posted by grann of 6
Originally Posted by Janetlmt
I was just thinking..another tool that doesn't work for me is the trash can..I was sitting here..looking around. The floor is covered with snippets of fabric and thread. LOL.
Yeah, did you ever notice when you put your hand out to drop a thread in the basket it jumps away so you miss it. I have a waste basket by every machine (4) and I still have stuff all over the floor. Cheap baskets, I guess.
especially if you have the fan on too. lol

purplefiend 11-11-2010 02:40 PM
Originally Posted by gls234
Auto supply stores sell magnetic bowls in which mechanics are much less expensive than the quilter magnetic holder. Love mine.
I only use those with my non-computerized machine. I use the
Grab-it magnetic pin holder and its okay with my Viking.

purplefiend 11-11-2010 02:42 PM
Originally Posted by Riversong
FREE Motion Slider,,,,My mom got me one a couple of years ago. You cant begin to tell when the bobbin is low,and that little hole in it was a pain. It tore after a couple of uses. Very high bux for a slip of junk,IMO.
I still have mine, I love it. My Viking nags me when the bobbin is getting low, it stops and won't let me sew until I change it. :-o

Marysewfun 11-11-2010 02:53 PM
What is the "purple thang?" I remember seeing it advertised somewhere but never did understand what all its possible uses could be. Thanks.
Mary

patdesign 11-11-2010 03:03 PM
Originally Posted by kathidahl
I bought an Alto's QuiltCut for my Mom and it has now come back to me. Do any of you use this? Was it a waste of money?
I have one and really love it. In fact I sold my accu quilt go and bought the Alto quilt cut 2 because the "go" stretches fabric and wastes it. I figured if i wasted 1/2 inch on a 2 inch cut, that was a 25% waste of fabric. There is literally no waste on the Alto unless you are fussy cutting. :-D


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