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09-30-2014, 12:56 PM
Replies: 27
Views: 3,514
Posted By overdew

We were given a Litter Maid one for Christmas. ...

We were given a Litter Maid one for Christmas. We love it. Cats love it. It pauses after they use it before cleaning, and has never scared them No problems thus far. Cut down on smell...
06-12-2013, 05:40 PM
Replies: 21
Views: 6,608
Posted By overdew

Cut the solid plastic slats the size of bag top. ...

Cut the solid plastic slats the size of bag top. I cut the ends curved to get rid of sharp corners. Sew a band wide enough to slide the slats into on each side of top of bag. Sew one side of bag...
06-12-2013, 05:32 PM
Replies: 21
Views: 6,608
Posted By overdew

They are small like cosmetic bags, 10 inches...

They are small like cosmetic bags, 10 inches across the top, plus 1/2 inch seam allowances.
06-08-2013, 08:19 AM
Replies: 21
Views: 6,608
Posted By overdew

Snap purse alternative to tape measure

Use plastic mini-blind slats for top of snap purses instead of metal tape measures. Just completed 11 of these with my granddaughter. They were just small bags. We used light weight fabric and it...
Forum: Main
03-17-2013, 04:56 PM
Replies: 84
Views: 17,448
Posted By overdew

Dishwasher in Sewing Room

Purchased a "hook to sink" dishwasher on wheels cheap to have installed as soon as my built -in died. Well, it is still going, but the new one has rolled into the sewing room. It makes a wonderful...
03-08-2013, 01:07 PM
Replies: 31
Views: 4,508
Posted By overdew

J esus O thers Y ourself

J esus
O thers
Y ourself
03-08-2013, 01:06 PM
Replies: 31
Views: 4,508
Posted By overdew

You have probably seen J esus but I think...

You have probably seen J esus but I think that says it all. Christmas ornaments take homes with this on them.
O thers
Y...
Forum: Main
03-06-2013, 02:21 PM
Replies: 119
Views: 14,381
Posted By overdew

Duck applique suggestion

I would applique a new duck on good fabric. cut it out near the stitching, and hand stitch it OVER the other applique. No one will ever know. Good luck!
02-07-2013, 02:57 PM
Replies: 9
Views: 2,494
Posted By overdew

May I recommend Dewey the Library Cat. Can't...

May I recommend Dewey the Library Cat. Can't remember the author, but will always remember the cat!
02-05-2013, 05:27 PM
Replies: 22
Views: 2,497
Posted By overdew

Love the Farmer

I recognized Paul's voice. I guess I first heard it on the radio about 35 years ago. Daddy was a farmer.
02-03-2013, 12:25 PM
Replies: 50
Views: 11,098
Posted By overdew

Buy more insurance! That room is worth a...

Buy more insurance! That room is worth a fortune! Have fun!
01-22-2013, 12:12 PM
Replies: 20
Views: 5,092
Posted By overdew

Great apron idea, I think. I'm messy. Save my...

Great apron idea, I think. I'm messy. Save my blouses!
01-22-2013, 12:09 PM
Replies: 29
Views: 5,594
Posted By overdew

Brought my blocks to quilt in a Johnny's Pizza...

Brought my blocks to quilt in a Johnny's Pizza box and was quickly informed I'd better have pizza next time I brought a box like that in! It is best to disguise the box!
Forum: Main
01-21-2013, 11:43 AM
Replies: 163
Views: 9,985
Posted By overdew

Warning for bare feet quilters

I did about 6 hours of free motion practice on my old Kenmore without shoes. In the middle of the night I awoke to excruciating pain when my foot tried to stretch out again. Thought I was going to...
Forum: Main
01-19-2013, 08:31 PM
Replies: 171
Views: 17,370
Posted By overdew

I admit that it is a sickness. I have (1)...

I admit that it is a sickness. I have (1) Mamaw's treadle, (2) Mama's Singer bullet shuttle electric, (3) 67 blue Singer with cams-my first machine, (4) Janome 9500 sew/emb, (5) Singer 3-thread...
Forum: Main
01-09-2013, 12:02 PM
Replies: 20
Views: 4,457
Posted By overdew

My friends love the pot holders I make when...

My friends love the pot holders I make when practicing fmq. They don't mind the wonky feathers at all. I use cotton batting cut smaller than top fabric and stitch it on 2 pieces. Put right sides...
01-07-2013, 07:04 PM
Replies: 9
Views: 5,260
Posted By overdew

I vote for a 401a, which I own. It does...

I vote for a 401a, which I own. It does beautiful decorative stitches, has all metal gears, and LOVES to run fast!
Forum: Pictures
01-07-2013, 06:55 PM
Replies: 103
Views: 18,428
Posted By overdew

This is one of the most beautiful quilts I've...

This is one of the most beautiful quilts I've ever seen!
01-06-2013, 02:20 PM
Replies: 15
Views: 3,602
Posted By overdew

I made a white dust ruffle with lace along the...

I made a white dust ruffle with lace along the bottom. It is gathered onto an old sheet cut to fit the top of the mattress. I used a machine ruffler attachment and made the dust ruffle gathered,...
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01-06-2013, 11:50 AM
Replies: 36
Views: 5,742
Posted By overdew

Cleaning varies with the machine I use. One...

Cleaning varies with the machine I use. One Kenmore will "growl" at me when it gets dirty. Sewing surely makes lots of fuzzies. I use a vacuum, too. Warning: Don't ever "blow" dust out with a...
Forum: Main
01-05-2013, 12:40 PM
Replies: 55
Views: 9,004
Posted By overdew

Embroidery-quilting class

If you look at Eileen Roche's embroidery/quilting class on Craftsy you can see how the quilt as you go looks. I do not like the way the back of the quilt looks and made lots of mistakes on this...
Forum: Pictures
01-03-2013, 01:59 PM
Replies: 51
Views: 6,655
Posted By overdew

Scissors wrap

Always put all scissors back in when you leave the room, and you will always be able to find them. You have a lovely collection, btw.
01-01-2013, 07:32 PM
Replies: 12
Views: 5,528
Posted By overdew

Needle suggestion

Made some vests for choir with sequined. Had best success with titanium needles.
Forum: Pictures
12-29-2012, 09:07 AM
Replies: 54
Views: 7,296
Posted By overdew

Beautiful kids, quilts, and givers!

Beautiful kids, quilts, and givers!
Forum: Main
12-29-2012, 08:27 AM
Replies: 108
Views: 9,587
Posted By overdew

Do what you enjoy and organize the others and put...

Do what you enjoy and organize the others and put them aside. When you are in the mood, you will reach for one and enjoy sewing on it. Do not begin any more projects. You may save/file some for...
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