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Oh yes! In fact, my Juki needs to go in for the annual checkup and I just cannot get myself to take it in. And I have 2 other machines I can use, Hey, what if they mess something up on it??? Tee Hee
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I bought another machine the last time mine went in for its bi-annual tune-up because I had horrid withdrawal the time before. So this time when the new one went in for its check, things were going to be okay ... Right?
Wrong. I'm sewing and doing all the things I'd be doing anyway, except I'm finding myself wondering about it like when one of the kiddos are away from home. I don't need it, but I sure feel disconnected somehow. I think a shrink would have a picnic with a number of us! |
would NEVER miss a machine-----don't use one except for binding and if needs be can do that by hand too!!
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You only have one sewing machine?
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Originally Posted by QuiltingGrannie
I have withdrawal symptoms when I'm home and have other things to do that keep me from sewing!
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I feel you. Sewed today for the first time since May 18. Had surgery on my finger. Must take it slow.
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I bought a low price but good machine to have as a spare.
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Originally Posted by katmom54
that's why I have 5 or 6 machines...to prepare for all contingencies :)
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Originally Posted by cmagee84
Originally Posted by momymom
Yes I go in to a depression with out my machine. Have gone the wait 2 weeks route, and didn't like it one bit. I found a shop here that makes an appt. to service machines for out of town customers!!! I love it. They service my machine while I shop!!!!
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That is why you have more than one machine!!!
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A couple of years ago I broke my hand. I was in a cast for four weeks and couldn't quilt...no sewing, no cutting, nothing. Believe me I tried but either it was too awkward or the pain was too much.
After the cast came off, I celebrated with a quilt-all-day. The next day the pain was pretty darn bad. My physical therapist was not too happy at all. The rule he gave me was to ice my hand every thirty minutes of quilting. I had to iron left handed (the one not broke) for a couple of months. Let me tell you I about went crazy!!! |
Oh I feel bad for you. It is just awful when our machines go in to be serviced. It seems like they take forever and it's always when we need to do work on them. Maybe that is why some of us have 2 machines or more even if they only straight stitch.
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sure do..but i have 3 other machines..always good to have at least 2 machines..one for replacing the one in repairs..or just an lighter one to take to class or perhaps a friends house
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Originally Posted by Caer Urfa
Do you suffer withdrawal symptoms when you don't have access to your sewing machine? Yesterday mine went in for its first complimentary service after 12 months and it could take 14 days to come home again. So how am I dealing with that? Going to buy more fabric today of course. I have got on and prepared some appliques that I can do by hand that will go into a charity quilt, and maybe I could finish off all those almost finished embroideries, and maybe I could even do some housework and baking and ironing. How boring! Will I last the distance? :-(
Then I found a friend who is a licensed machine repair person who will repair my machine on appointment. The best ever solution for me! A same day turn around. In the old days I would be in withdrawl and would work on planning my next quilting projects. Make the most of your withdrawl. ali |
Hello,
I just had to say hello,I am in Maine too. We may have crossed paths in March when I posted my flooded batting. I had such withdrawal when my sewing room flooded. My husband was in hurry to get me sewing again. I was a bit cranky with out my play time christina(chrissyb) |
All I can say is Stop and breathe slowly...
Ok, now that you got that far this is the best time to draw up new works of art or figure out your up coming projects, then pre-cut them all out ready to be sewn. By doing this, you are still ahead of the game, just not up to speed on the sewing part. Then as soon as that machine comes back through the door, you can put the petal to the metal and fly! |
Oh so understand!!! My machines are packed ready for their new quilt room! I'm so withdrawing. UGH.. can't wait to quilt again.
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since I use to do all my piecing by hand, I could just do some of that. But I think I would be very unhappy if I couldnt use my machine.
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Originally Posted by katmom54
that's why I have 5 or 6 machines...to prepare for all contingencies :)
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I used to have withdrawals but not any more. I just do other stuff. I keep some handwork on standby at all times. Or I cut out a quilt & have the blocks ready to sew. Or I just do things that aren't quilty for a change.
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You'll get through it with the hand work you have on hand to keep you busy. I miss my machine too, when it goes in for cleaning. I guess I need a second one in the future so I won't be without a machine when one goes in. LOL
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I used to until I purchased a second machine to use when mine went in for service!
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That is one reason I have a standby machine. It is one that I carry to classes.
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AH, and what will I do after the surgery on my right shoulder? I won't be able to sew for weeks!! I hope I am going to be a proper object of pity to all of you. LOL.
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Originally Posted by wildyard
AH, and what will I do after the surgery on my right shoulder? I won't be able to sew for weeks!! I hope I am going to be a proper object of pity to all of you. LOL.
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I am very blessed to have 3 sewing machines now. My most recent was when the people moved out two doors down, they were going to take this old singer to good will. long story short, I worked on it all day and got it up and running. Its a old singer and only does straight stitch, but its pretty and it was free. God bless. Penny
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Penny, sounds like you got a treasure from those neightbors that moved out! Lucky you!
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That's why it's good to have a spare machine! It's like medicine, you can't run out!
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Originally Posted by Rural City Girl
I'm with alot of you guys. That's why I have 2 backups, always ready to go. I have given up many things in my life, but my sewing machine isn't one of them!
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YES! I have been away from home for a month and didn't plan well enough to bring my machine and a project. I have been suffering. I will never travel for an extended period without the full entourage of machine, tools and project! it's been the pits.
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