Tools/gadgets..what is your experience with these?
09-03-2014, 04:12 AM
#51
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I find it easier to polish my machine's extension bed with Turtle Wax, which is what I was taught in a free-motion class.
09-03-2014, 05:41 AM
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The Sew Steady table is great, I used one for many years until I bought a Horn quilter's cabinet.
The Supreme Slider is a big help with quilting. I use a Jansjo LED lamp for more lighting with my machines.
Here's the Canadian IKEA website http://www.ikea.com/ca/en/catalog/products/20169658/
Sharon in Texas,USA
The Supreme Slider is a big help with quilting. I use a Jansjo LED lamp for more lighting with my machines.
Here's the Canadian IKEA website http://www.ikea.com/ca/en/catalog/products/20169658/
Sharon in Texas,USA
09-03-2014, 08:32 AM
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Originally Posted by lclang
Keep in mind that our grandmothers made quilts with only fabric, scissors, a pencil, cardboard for templates and if they were lucky, a sewing machine. You really don't NEED any of those items, so pick one or two that you feel you will use most and try them. Let me tell you, some are worth the chips and some are a disappointment and a waste of money. I've bought both kinds. Some will serve more than one purpose and some are truly worthless, so go easy and pick and choose. I have a plethora of things I thought would be really useful and have never, or seldom, used them. The ones that really work for you will be your necessary rulers, rotary cutters, and mats.
09-03-2014, 09:20 AM
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I won't add another opinion about the items on your list, but I will reiterate: Before you purchase any of these, check other sources for better prices. I love looking at the Keepsake catalog when it comes, but they are rather on the pricey side, IMHO.
09-04-2014, 02:50 AM
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Thank you all for the input.
Seems like the consensus is...a lot of gadgets are not necessary.
I also noted that some love a certain gadget....Slider and Table especially......while others don't think much of them.
Looks like the Kay Buckley scissors are a must-have...didn't take notice of them in the catalog.
I am putting the table on Santa's list. I am trying the kitchen Teflon sheets and I am looking for cheaper things online.
Not sure what I'll buy from Keepsake Quilting. I will see if they have the scissors and maybe I'll try for something else.
I was so excited about all the doodads but glad I asked for info. You kept me from spending a big chunk of money. Now, as someone mentioned, I can buy fabric with $$$ saved.
You are the best.
Live long and prosper.
Seems like the consensus is...a lot of gadgets are not necessary.
I also noted that some love a certain gadget....Slider and Table especially......while others don't think much of them.
Looks like the Kay Buckley scissors are a must-have...didn't take notice of them in the catalog.
I am putting the table on Santa's list. I am trying the kitchen Teflon sheets and I am looking for cheaper things online.
Not sure what I'll buy from Keepsake Quilting. I will see if they have the scissors and maybe I'll try for something else.
I was so excited about all the doodads but glad I asked for info. You kept me from spending a big chunk of money. Now, as someone mentioned, I can buy fabric with $$$ saved.
You are the best.
Live long and prosper.
09-04-2014, 10:23 AM
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The thing about the extension table is that it is better than sewing on just a free-arm; however, it's not as good as having a large flat surface for quilting.
As I mentioned, I am one who does not care for the Kay Buckley scissors. I hate that the scissors part is so small when the hand grips are so big. Makes it not good for cutting fabric (at least, for me). For cutting threads, I like my small Fiskars.
Be sure to compare prices online too; for example, I can sometimes find something for less on Amazon.
As I mentioned, I am one who does not care for the Kay Buckley scissors. I hate that the scissors part is so small when the hand grips are so big. Makes it not good for cutting fabric (at least, for me). For cutting threads, I like my small Fiskars.
Be sure to compare prices online too; for example, I can sometimes find something for less on Amazon.
09-04-2014, 05:30 PM
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I've been quilting a long time without any of the things you mention except Thangles and they were a waste of money for me. I love gadgets, but none of the ones you listed appeal to me. Maybe if I saw them.....froggyintexas
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