What -"Why didn't I try that before" moment have you had quilting?
06-10-2019, 11:36 AM
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Originally Posted by scrappingfaye58
How does this work?
You tell about something that you'd heard about but never did and it
was your "aha" moment. Or it could be something you figured out on
your own etc.
I figured out years ago that I got way more done in my sewing room as
long as I kept my husband out of there.
He has to rib me about everything!
06-10-2019, 12:17 PM
#34
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Originally Posted by donna13350
Mine was using a kettle bell on my long ruler. Never cut such accurate strips until I used one.
06-10-2019, 07:59 PM
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Originally Posted by Macybaby
I removed the "top" rail from my LA. I've always floated my quilts and left the rail unused, but then always had to be tucking the top and batting under and it made it hard to adjust as I was working. I figured I needed it as it helped to add tension to the quilt, but then realized that I always loosened the quilt enough before quilting (my machine likes a rather loose quilt) and at that point it was doing nothing.
I fought with that rail for several years - and it is sure nice having it gone and the quilting is not affected by not having it there.
I fought with that rail for several years - and it is sure nice having it gone and the quilting is not affected by not having it there.
06-10-2019, 08:02 PM
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Originally Posted by IrishMom
I keep meaning to pick up a weight at the Dollar Tree for this!
06-11-2019, 08:38 AM
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Had always wondered about what the big "To Do" was about Feather Weights. After many years, I got one. Why did I wait so long!!?? I love that little guy!
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06-11-2019, 08:59 AM
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Originally Posted by love to sew
I been using a 8lb dumb bell like I saw on Jordan fabrics youtubes. It really helps when you are using the 24in long ruler
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