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Forum: Main
04-15-2024, 05:26 AM
Replies: 10
Views: 1,059
Posted By oreo1912

You could do some appliqué to replace something...

You could do some appliqué to replace something like numbers or letters, however, a tshirt quilt is a memory quilt so why do anything. The shirts show wear and those memories of how they got worn. ...
Forum: Main
02-08-2024, 06:17 AM
Replies: 3
Views: 626
Posted By oreo1912

I just finished a quilt with 5 dri-fit fabric...

I just finished a quilt with 5 dri-fit fabric shirts which is what I believe you mean by Under Armor. I found the best method was to use 2 layers of the light weight interfacing that you are using...
Forum: Pictures
01-03-2024, 07:41 AM
Replies: 28
Views: 8,859
Posted By oreo1912

Here are some I have done.

Here are some I have done.
Forum: Main
12-19-2023, 05:36 AM
Replies: 11
Views: 1,796
Posted By oreo1912

I started with a 9” domestic on a grace SR2...

I started with a 9” domestic on a grace SR2 frame. Recently moved up to a 15” Qnique which is the largest my frame will handle. I love having it on a frame. Much easier on my hands moving machine in...
Forum: Main
12-08-2023, 07:11 PM
Replies: 18
Views: 1,707
Posted By oreo1912

Check your tension discs. I had this issue and...

Check your tension discs. I had this issue and discovered that after I changed thread color I had put the thread between the discs but not securely between them so the tension could engage.
Forum: Main
12-04-2023, 08:58 PM
Replies: 15
Views: 1,962
Posted By oreo1912

On my qnique15 I tend to use 10 but if I am doing...

On my qnique15 I tend to use 10 but if I am doing some dense fillers I will go 12
Forum: Main
12-04-2023, 08:53 PM
Replies: 17
Views: 5,314
Posted By oreo1912

QZone has adjustable legs so you can use sitting...

QZone has adjustable legs so you can use sitting or standing. Carriage has rails for dual track wheels. Other than that they appear to be pretty much the same. I have had mine since 2016 and with...
Forum: Main
12-04-2023, 08:51 PM
Replies: 17
Views: 5,314
Posted By oreo1912

QZone has adjustable legs so you can use sitting...

QZone has adjustable legs so you can use sitting or standing. Carriage has rails for dual track wheels. Other than that they appear to be pretty much the same. I have had mine since 2016 and with...
Forum: Main
11-13-2023, 12:20 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 1,386
Posted By oreo1912

look at Allbrands.com they have a recertified...

look at Allbrands.com they have a recertified Qnique 15 for 2999.00 . I bought one of these about 6 mos ago and have had no isssues with it. You can pair it with a QZone frame queen size for...
Forum: Main
11-13-2023, 12:19 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 1,386
Posted By oreo1912

look at Allbrands.com they have a recertified...

look at Allbrands.com they have a recertified Qnique 15 for 2999.00 . I bought one of these about 6 mos ago and have had no isssues with it. You can pair it with a QZone frame queen size for...
Forum: Main
08-21-2023, 08:22 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 954
Posted By oreo1912

I have done 20+ t-shirt quilts. I have only done...

I have done 20+ t-shirt quilts. I have only done one with an all over stipple. I normally quilt around the designs on the T-shirts and then do something in the banners. I normally piece them as well...
Forum: Main
08-02-2023, 09:09 PM
Replies: 12
Views: 1,740
Posted By oreo1912

I have used a lot of serger thread to quilt with...

I have used a lot of serger thread to quilt with over the years. Problem I have found is that it is inconsistent and you will have thick and thin spots. Thick spots get caught in the needle eye and...
Forum: Main
08-02-2023, 09:08 PM
Replies: 12
Views: 1,740
Posted By oreo1912

I have used a lot of serger thread to quilt with...

I have used a lot of serger thread to quilt with over the years. Problem I have found is that it is inconsistent and you will have thick and thin spots. Thick spots get caught in the needle eye and...
Forum: Main
06-21-2023, 10:36 AM
Replies: 15
Views: 1,990
Posted By oreo1912

I use Marshall’s Dry Goods. Batting is on their...

I use Marshall’s Dry Goods. Batting is on their wholesale site. Many widths and types. I have been using it for about 4 years and have been very happy with the quality. Comes as a large roll so no...
Forum: Main
06-16-2023, 09:34 AM
Replies: 6
Views: 1,026
Posted By oreo1912

I got mine as a factory recertified to save...

I got mine as a factory recertified to save money. It does fit on the SR2 frame but it is a tight fit. Next up I would like to get the new grace evolution frame. Hopefully my SR2 will hold up...
Forum: Main
06-15-2023, 07:16 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 1,026
Posted By oreo1912

Another thing to check is make sure your encoder...

Another thing to check is make sure your encoder wheels and carriage wheels are clean of debris. It’s amazing how much lint and small thread pcs can get in those wheel grooves and cause the encoders...
Forum: Pictures
06-14-2023, 05:23 PM
Replies: 17
Views: 2,651
Posted By oreo1912

that is adorable. I agree there is always a need...

that is adorable. I agree there is always a need for little boys. I just finished a robot one.
Forum: Main
06-14-2023, 05:07 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 1,026
Posted By oreo1912

Smile have you tried unplugging both the regulator into...

have you tried unplugging both the regulator into the machine and the encoder connections? I had that problem only to find the connections on the encoders were loose. I have had mine since 2016 and...
Forum: Main
05-11-2023, 05:01 PM
Replies: 17
Views: 5,314
Posted By oreo1912

I forgot to mention that when you get the new...

I forgot to mention that when you get the new ratchet the screw has a captive square tap on it so you can knock the exiting one into the bar and don’t worry about fishing it out. I ordered 2… I...
Forum: Main
05-10-2023, 06:25 PM
Replies: 17
Views: 5,314
Posted By oreo1912

I just wiggled it a little and it came off… now...

I just wiggled it a little and it came off… now the original ratchet has a square washer on the back of the screw that might be causing you grief. Just take a small screw driver and knock it out if...
Forum: Main
05-07-2023, 06:23 PM
Replies: 17
Views: 5,314
Posted By oreo1912

Sorry I didn’t catch this request sooner. I...

Sorry I didn’t catch this request sooner. I needed to replace the ratchet wheel on my SR2 frame because I broke a tooth. That piece is the same one on the QZone queen frame. I looked at the...
Forum: Main
01-20-2023, 07:00 PM
Replies: 12
Views: 1,920
Posted By oreo1912

Fusible batting will make your quilt very stiff. ...

Fusible batting will make your quilt very stiff. Have you tried Elmer’s washable school glue? Thin it slightly then drizzle it on the batting then use a warm iron to attach your top to the batting...
Forum: Main
01-09-2023, 09:16 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 1,133
Posted By oreo1912

I have made probably 20 t-shirt quilts. I use...

I have made probably 20 t-shirt quilts. I use pellon P44F fusible interfacing which is 17” wide. I usually cut it larger then the square size I want. I add interfacing before I cut to size that...
Forum: Pictures
01-09-2023, 08:26 PM
Replies: 29
Views: 5,529
Posted By oreo1912

That is gorgeous. I have lots of scrappy squares...

That is gorgeous. I have lots of scrappy squares and rectangles. I never thought to put them together in the same quilt.
Forum: Main
12-22-2022, 05:19 PM
Replies: 13
Views: 1,382
Posted By oreo1912

Check out Marshall’s Dry Goods. Go to the...

Check out Marshall’s Dry Goods. Go to the wholesale site to see the batting. They give the ozs of their poly battings. They have poly batting that is as high as 8oz and 13oz. I have been using...
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