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Forum: Main
03-08-2019, 03:16 AM
Replies: 8
Views: 1,869
Posted By GrammaSue

No need for a level...the machine is its own...

No need for a level...the machine is its own level! Just keep adjusting frame until it doesn't roll anymore.
Forum: Main
03-08-2019, 03:12 AM
Replies: 28
Views: 7,034
Posted By GrammaSue

My June Tailor ruler broke through from the slot...

My June Tailor ruler broke through from the slot to the edge so I am looking to replace it. I think I have made up my mind. Thanks for the input.
Forum: Main
03-08-2019, 03:00 AM
Replies: 7
Views: 7,137
Posted By GrammaSue

Thanks for the info. I went to mysewingcircle.com...

Thanks for the info. I went to mysewingcircle.com and joined (it's free). It is exactly what I want...just like Ravelry for the project tracker. However, I don't think it's used much--at least not...
Forum: Main
03-07-2019, 05:27 AM
Replies: 7
Views: 7,137
Posted By GrammaSue

Ravelry for Quilters?

I haven't been on this site for a while so I may have missed an answer to my question. Like many quilters, I have do other crafts as well. I was just looking at Ravelry (for yarn crafts) and was...
Forum: Mission: Organization
03-28-2017, 09:40 AM
Replies: 33
Views: 7,977
Posted By GrammaSue

I found a vintage train (cosmetic) case from a...

I found a vintage train (cosmetic) case from a suitcase set. It has a removeable tray and plenty of room beneath for other supplies (fat quarters, a travel iron, some smaller rulers, etc.

PS. It...
Forum: Main
12-09-2016, 03:34 PM
Replies: 34
Views: 5,400
Posted By GrammaSue

I wonder if Monet or Mozart were ever told their...

I wonder if Monet or Mozart were ever told their "technique" was wrong? Art is coloring outside the lines. Go with what pleases you.
Forum: Mission: Organization
11-01-2016, 04:11 AM
Replies: 28
Views: 8,720
Posted By GrammaSue

I put my rulers on Command hooks wherever I can...

I put my rulers on Command hooks wherever I can find space (inside closet door, end of cabinets); however, the hooks keep falling down. I guess I need stronger hooks.
Forum: Mission: Organization
11-01-2016, 04:05 AM
Replies: 43
Views: 9,849
Posted By GrammaSue

I have two quilting places...one is a spare...

I have two quilting places...one is a spare bedroom on the second floor where all my fabric/tools are stored, and where I cut and piece my quilts (and occasionally FMQ on my domestic) but when I got...
Forum: Main
10-20-2016, 06:55 AM
Replies: 22
Views: 3,615
Posted By GrammaSue

I made a couple of twister tabletoppers with the...

I made a couple of twister tabletoppers with the 'Lil' Twister tool. I have now started one with a mini twister tool. The original squares are just 2 1/2". I'll have to go get a blade for my small...
Forum: Mission: Organization
09-04-2016, 07:39 PM
Replies: 70
Views: 17,228
Posted By GrammaSue

I have a mug that has a quilty saying on it and I...

I have a mug that has a quilty saying on it and I keep my snips, tweezers, small ruler, seam guide, etc in it right next to the sewing machine. If I move to a different machine, I pick it up and go. ...
Forum: Main
09-03-2016, 03:11 PM
Replies: 13
Views: 3,632
Posted By GrammaSue

I have been quilting on a Pfaff Hobby Grand...

I have been quilting on a Pfaff Hobby Grand Quilter on an Inspira Frame. It does not have a stitch regulator. But then again, I only do meanders. Over the many quilts I have done, I have gotten...
Forum: Main
09-03-2016, 03:05 PM
Replies: 24
Views: 9,990
Posted By GrammaSue

A couple of thoughts...if you don't have a table,...

A couple of thoughts...if you don't have a table, could you use a conference table at your place of work (if you work), your local library or a church. And I saw another suggestion...instead of...
Forum: Main
09-03-2016, 02:56 PM
Replies: 44
Views: 5,469
Posted By GrammaSue

I have curved arrows drawn on my machines to show...

I have curved arrows drawn on my machines to show me which way the thread goes around the tension when winding bobbins. Like someone said, multiple machines.
Forum: Main
09-03-2016, 02:46 PM
Replies: 62
Views: 6,992
Posted By GrammaSue

I have never had a use for a light box but I did...

I have never had a use for a light box but I did hear of an ingenious homemade one. IF you have a table that splits (for table leaves), open it, put a piece of plexiglass over the opening, and a...
Forum: Main
08-29-2016, 03:00 AM
Replies: 25
Views: 3,482
Posted By GrammaSue

A gentleman in my quilt guild just did a trunk...

A gentleman in my quilt guild just did a trunk show of his quilts and he uses all sorts of things for his backing, many not related to the front. And he finds most of them at thrift shops, garage...
Forum: Main
08-28-2016, 07:50 AM
Replies: 9
Views: 28,329
Posted By GrammaSue

I had a glittery pink floral. Liked the print,...

I had a glittery pink floral. Liked the print, not the glitter. Used the back side, not significantly different from front in color but no glitter.
Forum: Main
08-28-2016, 07:29 AM
Replies: 57
Views: 3,564
Posted By GrammaSue

I was surprised not to see more red. That's what...

I was surprised not to see more red. That's what I have. Not bright red but more muted shades.
Forum: Main
08-25-2016, 09:36 AM
Replies: 25
Views: 12,467
Posted By GrammaSue

I am considering the BlockRockit and have been...

I am considering the BlockRockit and have been reading all I can about it. I read yesterday that sometimes thread breakage can be caused by a frame that is not level.
Forum: Main
07-23-2016, 05:04 PM
Replies: 30
Views: 6,302
Posted By GrammaSue

I NEVER find fabric at the garage sales I attend....

I NEVER find fabric at the garage sales I attend. I did, however, get three men's shirts (L) in bright plaids (good quality cotton, too) that I will incorporate into a quilt sometime.
Forum: Main
07-09-2016, 05:19 AM
Replies: 6
Views: 3,034
Posted By GrammaSue

I just bought a 1/4" piecing foot for my Bernina...

I just bought a 1/4" piecing foot for my Bernina 930 Record and was told the feet for the older machines come in a RED box as opposed to a WHITE box.
Forum: Main
07-06-2016, 03:36 AM
Replies: 6
Views: 3,034
Posted By GrammaSue

I concur with elnan. I have a Bernina 930 Record...

I concur with elnan. I have a Bernina 930 Record and I always refer to it as such to avoid confusion with any newer model that might have the same number.
Forum: Main
07-06-2016, 03:30 AM
Replies: 89
Views: 14,693
Posted By GrammaSue

I have a vintage train case with a tray. It's...

I have a vintage train case with a tray. It's big enough to carry all the essentials and a small iron. It also holds any fabric or other supplies I might need. I try to have two of everything so I...
Forum: Main
06-30-2016, 04:32 AM
Replies: 72
Views: 7,302
Posted By GrammaSue

Since I enjoy ALL aspects of quilting (pattern...

Since I enjoy ALL aspects of quilting (pattern and fabric selection through handsewing the binding), I like to have quilts as various stages of completion. Therefore, I usually have four or five...
Forum: Main
06-23-2016, 02:44 PM
Replies: 17
Views: 3,027
Posted By GrammaSue

I actually like making t-shirt quilts. They are...

I actually like making t-shirt quilts. They are quilts with batting and backing and machine quilted on my midarm. I charge $20 per shirt, minimum $250. Additional charges for sashing or special...
Forum: Main
06-18-2016, 10:38 AM
Replies: 28
Views: 6,482
Posted By GrammaSue

552442SAS (on the left) was one of the first...

552442SAS (on the left) was one of the first quilts I made. I must have been naive. I didn't know it was supposed to be difficult so it wasn't. This was made before rotary cutters and techniques....
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