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Well, I loved the John Flynn frame. I used it all the time. It took practice and I almost gave up but once the AH HA moment kicked in it was smooth quilting from then on. I used it to quilt king size quilts in sections. I never had a problem getting the quilt on the frame that I remember.
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Originally Posted by deedum
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I bought the super slider FM thing, it just didn't work for me. I wasted my money there.
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Originally Posted by sewmary
(Post 5571402)
Oh yeah, that's me too. Had to have a serger. Have used it a total of an hour or two. Can't thread the darn thing. Paperweight!
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Originally Posted by Onebyone
(Post 7124629)
Well, I loved the John Flynn frame. I used it all the time. It took practice and I almost gave up but once the AH HA moment kicked in it was smooth quilting from then on. I used it to quilt king size quilts in sections. I never had a problem getting the quilt on the frame that I remember.
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I too bought the slider sheet at MQX and that for me was a waste.
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Originally Posted by JeanieG
(Post 7091469)
lorli - I love my June Taylor Shape Cut Plus Ruler (big square ruler with slits)! I use it all the time! It is used to cut almost any size strips from your fabric. A lot of quilts use 2", 2 1/2" or larger fabric strips.
Here is a video on how to use this ruler: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=pETsJf2nNQE I also have this tool but I always forget about it. I'm constantly having to turn my fabric to true up the edge but wouldn't have to if I could just remember. Duuuh i had no idea I could cut the other shapes with it til I watched the video. Thanks, Pat |
Originally Posted by panderz
(Post 7090758)
I have literally read every comment for 19 pages. I LOVE this thread. So many of the things people have talked about are things I have never heard of so it was nice to learn more about the options out there. Some of the things I had heard of and thought about purchasing but now might put off on. If someone more experienced hasn't used them then I probably won't either.
Can't wait to try out the all the different ruler. Although I think I will try and just buy the clear ones. I have been doing lots of research for the rotary cutters. I know I need one but don't want to spend the money on one that isn't worth it. any brand suggestions are welcome! I already have a matt but will probably buy another one as this one is dark grey and orange and hard to see. <3Mandi<3 As for mats: I like Olfa and Omnigrid. I use my rotating Olfa mats regularly. Didnt care for Fiskars and Gingher mats. Rulers: Creative Grids, and Olfa frosted rulers are my preferred choices. Good luck in your quest! |
Originally Posted by panderz
(Post 7090758)
I have literally read every comment for 19 pages. I LOVE this thread. So many of the things people have talked about are things I have never heard of so it was nice to learn more about the options out there. Some of the things I had heard of and thought about purchasing but now might put off on. If someone more experienced hasn't used them then I probably won't either.
Can't wait to try out the all the different ruler. Although I think I will try and just buy the clear ones. I have been doing lots of research for the rotary cutters. I know I need one but don't want to spend the money on one that isn't worth it. any brand suggestions are welcome! I already have a matt but will probably buy another one as this one is dark grey and orange and hard to see. <3Mandi<3 |
Originally Posted by JeanieG
(Post 7091469)
lorli - I love my June Taylor Shape Cut Plus Ruler (big square ruler with slits)! I use it all the time! It is used to cut almost any size strips from your fabric. A lot of quilts use 2", 2 1/2" or larger fabric strips.
Here is a video on how to use this ruler: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=pETsJf2nNQE |
So far a cricut is the one that I wish I hadn't spent my money on.
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