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I've learned the hard way through other hobbies. There's always the suggested items "one needs" versus those go-to products you actually use. There's also the "right now" factor and "good enough" that you figure out over time. Books were my nemesis in the past. But I make copious use of the library these days. And I find that I make better use of the books I borrow than the ones I've purchased.
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Originally Posted by sewbizgirl
(Post 7715995)
I love my light box... couldn't do without it for tracing applique patterns and hand embroidery patterns.
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Originally Posted by AngelinaMaria
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I'm hoping no one posts about the Electric Quilt program. I just purchased the EQ7 yesterday and can't wait to get it. I have heard a lot of caution about how it is hard to navigate and use all it's tools so I am concerned because I do not have any experience using these type of programs on the computer.
However, if I can get comfortable with it, I think it will be a huge benefit for me. I have 2 huge book cases full of fabric and don't know how to use this fabric so I'm hoping it will help me find or create quilts that will work for the type and quantity of fabric I have. |
I have used all that I've gotten at the shows. I normally look for thread, you can get some great deals. This year at the Hampton Roads show I want to check out the new feet for my machine, and then Alex Anderson has a new cutting mat and a rotary cutter that has a little more weight, easy to change blades and made for left or right handers. If you have big purchases the shows or events are the places to go. I also will check out to see if daylight has a new light that I want there.
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Originally Posted by leighway
(Post 7716303)
I was going to say EQ7. I'm pretty computer savvy and I've tried at least 5 times to wrap my head around that program..so there it sits..likely I'll have to pay for a program that teaches how to use it...but it's my expensive regret.
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Wow, this thread really drew a response! My biggest waste of money was all the specialty feet for my Bernina. The machine came with over a dozen already that I hardly ever use. I don't buy magazines often--do love The Sampler that visits shops--but I do look for magazines at thrift shops. I enjoy skimming those for fun projects and pass them on when I am done.
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Mine was the John Flynn frame (never used) and specialized rulers that I bought intending to use and never have. But the rulers may get used yet!
Shadoh, you do know that the teflon pressing sheet gets soft when you press it and you can straighten it out? I used mine a lot. It's indispensible for me when I'm using any kind of fusible. I actually have 2. One for under the fabric to protect the ironing board and one for on top to protect my iron. |
I just have a comment to make not everyone likes the same things so one can love it others may hate it. You have to make your own decisions and form your own opinions
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Do either of you still have your Supreme Slider? Mine is getting a bit worn out and I would love a new one.
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Originally Posted by LivelyLady
(Post 5571490)
Same here.....what a disappointment that slider was.
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