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    Search: Posts Made By: Rach L.
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    Forum: Main
    01-10-2015, 10:16 PM
    Replies: 18
    Views: 7,230
    Posted By Rach L.

    Well, I checked all my seams and snips, all...

    Well, I checked all my seams and snips, all seemed good so I went ahead and washed it (I didn't see any responses on here yet so I took a chance). Thankfully, I didn't have any issues this go...
    Forum: Main
    01-10-2015, 03:24 PM
    Replies: 18
    Views: 7,230
    Posted By Rach L.

    Rag Quilt Trouble

    I have been on a rag quilt kick lately...probably due to all the babies soon to be born. I'm new to making these, and I've been having an issue with some of the seams coming undone after I wash the...
    Forum: For Vintage & Antique Machine Enthusiasts
    12-29-2014, 01:25 PM
    Replies: 20
    Views: 8,202
    Posted By Rach L.

    Ok, I'll try that, Tammi. Please keep your...

    Ok, I'll try that, Tammi. Please keep your fingers crossed. This machine is starting to drive me bonkers!
    Forum: For Vintage & Antique Machine Enthusiasts
    12-29-2014, 08:10 AM
    Replies: 20
    Views: 8,202
    Posted By Rach L.

    Miriam, do you think it would be best just to...

    Miriam, do you think it would be best just to replace the entire tension assembly?
    Forum: For Vintage & Antique Machine Enthusiasts
    12-29-2014, 04:59 AM
    Replies: 20
    Views: 8,202
    Posted By Rach L.

    Miriam, funny you posted the first link...

    Miriam, funny you posted the first link (mysewingobsession)...I was using that site, along with Joe's link to help me with the tension assembly. After all has been said and done, I found nothing...
    Forum: For Vintage & Antique Machine Enthusiasts
    12-29-2014, 12:13 AM
    Replies: 20
    Views: 8,202
    Posted By Rach L.

    This is a great idea. I have a spare binder, I...

    This is a great idea. I have a spare binder, I think it would be helpful to maybe just start one. It would be a lot easier than running to the computer every time. Especially when my hands are...
    Forum: For Vintage & Antique Machine Enthusiasts
    12-28-2014, 06:20 PM
    Replies: 20
    Views: 8,202
    Posted By Rach L.

    Joe, thanks for the response. At least I have...

    Joe, thanks for the response. At least I have another starting point with this machine.

    By the way, the link you provided is very helpful, informative and has easy to follow, detailed...
    Forum: For Vintage & Antique Machine Enthusiasts
    12-28-2014, 06:07 PM
    Replies: 20
    Views: 8,202
    Posted By Rach L.

    Joe, I was not familiar with the tension...

    Joe, I was not familiar with the tension instructions. Thank you for posting that link. I'll surely check that out. I will try your suggestions with a full-loaded bobbin and the case to verify the...
    Forum: For Vintage & Antique Machine Enthusiasts
    12-28-2014, 05:27 PM
    Replies: 5
    Views: 3,016
    Posted By Rach L.

    Joe, there was a small set screw in the...

    Joe, there was a small set screw in the body...but I had it removed. It was just a stubborn little bugger. I ended up just putting it back together. I didn't want to break anything out of...
    Forum: For Vintage & Antique Machine Enthusiasts
    12-28-2014, 04:52 PM
    Replies: 18
    Views: 3,472
    Posted By Rach L.

    Kif, I'll have to remember that one. ;)

    Kif,

    I'll have to remember that one. ;)
    Forum: QB Help Center
    12-28-2014, 04:45 PM
    Replies: 1
    Views: 634
    Posted By Rach L.

    Deleting a thread?

    I had to update my issue, thus I started a new thread. It seems to me that I should probably delete the old one. Is there a way to contact a site admin to ask them to delete it?

    Thanks. :)
    Forum: For Vintage & Antique Machine Enthusiasts
    12-28-2014, 04:36 PM
    Replies: 20
    Views: 8,202
    Posted By Rach L.

    Kenmore 158 destined for the trash???

    First, sorry for starting a new thread. But seeing as how this is no longer a tension assembly issue, I thought it appropriate. I'll ask for the other one to be deleted.

    Anyway, I do not...
    Forum: For Vintage & Antique Machine Enthusiasts
    12-28-2014, 03:25 PM
    Replies: 18
    Views: 3,472
    Posted By Rach L.

    My 185J is quieter, and in my opinion, sews...

    My 185J is quieter, and in my opinion, sews better than my 99K. ...then again, maybe I'm just biased because green is my favorite color. :D
    Forum: For Vintage & Antique Machine Enthusiasts
    12-28-2014, 03:00 PM
    Replies: 18
    Views: 3,472
    Posted By Rach L.

    I've got a 185J...it's my favorite machine. In...

    I've got a 185J...it's my favorite machine. In fact, I just finished a rag quilt on it the other day. You're case is in much better shape than mine, still a nice green color. Mine is now a lovely...
    Forum: For Vintage & Antique Machine Enthusiasts
    12-28-2014, 02:50 PM
    Replies: 5
    Views: 3,016
    Posted By Rach L.

    Ok. I'll be sure to be careful, and will leave...

    Ok. I'll be sure to be careful, and will leave the stud alone. Thank you for letting me know, Barny. :)
    Forum: For Vintage & Antique Machine Enthusiasts
    12-28-2014, 02:43 PM
    Replies: 5
    Views: 3,016
    Posted By Rach L.

    Help with Kenmore 158 tension assembly

    I have a Kenmore 158.1703, and I've been having some awful tension issues with it. I adjusted the bobbin case which corrected the skipped stitches and now the machine will finally sew. However,...
    Forum: For Vintage & Antique Machine Enthusiasts
    12-27-2014, 05:56 PM
    Replies: 27
    Views: 20,211
    Posted By Rach L.

    Mike, seriously, you are awesome! Here are the...

    Mike, seriously, you are awesome! Here are the results....

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    Before you started helping me, I seriously started feeling like I needed to sell some of my machines...
    Forum: For Vintage & Antique Machine Enthusiasts
    12-27-2014, 05:35 PM
    Replies: 27
    Views: 20,211
    Posted By Rach L.

    Mike....thanks for the reply! I'll go do that...

    Mike....thanks for the reply! I'll go do that now. Thank you! I had no idea how to tell when the case was properly adjusted so I was afraid to monkey with it too much. :thumbup:
    Forum: For Vintage & Antique Machine Enthusiasts
    12-27-2014, 05:32 PM
    Replies: 27
    Views: 20,211
    Posted By Rach L.

    It is natural cotton batting. I only used this...

    It is natural cotton batting. I only used this so the stitches could be easily seen. Much of my other scrap fabric is dark. I initially tried taking pictures of the stitches on the flannel fabric...
    Forum: For Vintage & Antique Machine Enthusiasts
    12-27-2014, 05:06 PM
    Replies: 56
    Views: 9,716
    Posted By Rach L.

    Wow Jackie! You've got a lot of really nice...

    Wow Jackie! You've got a lot of really nice things there! I never thought of making an Amazon wish list. What a great idea!
    Forum: For Vintage & Antique Machine Enthusiasts
    12-27-2014, 04:34 PM
    Replies: 56
    Views: 9,716
    Posted By Rach L.

    I got my Christmas present early...a few months...

    I got my Christmas present early...a few months back. It was only 10 bucks (after the seller called me back after I said no thanks, and told me to name my price as she HAD to get rid of it). I had...
    Forum: For Vintage & Antique Machine Enthusiasts
    12-27-2014, 04:19 PM
    Replies: 27
    Views: 20,211
    Posted By Rach L.

    Mike, your suggestion of cleaning the tension...

    Mike, your suggestion of cleaning the tension dials worked perfectly. I was able to remove the entire assembly, clean the disks properly, reassemble (with the aid of lots of pictures), and now...
    Forum: For Vintage & Antique Machine Enthusiasts
    12-23-2014, 09:06 PM
    Replies: 27
    Views: 20,211
    Posted By Rach L.

    Ahhh, so many nice tips! I really like your step...

    Ahhh, so many nice tips! I really like your step by step instructions, nice and simple for a beginner like me. I can only dream of the day I can actually give help. Thank you! I'll definitely be...
    Forum: For Vintage & Antique Machine Enthusiasts
    12-23-2014, 07:52 PM
    Replies: 27
    Views: 20,211
    Posted By Rach L.

    Do I think you mind? Maybe sometimes, LOL. I...

    Do I think you mind? Maybe sometimes, LOL. I feel like sometimes my questions are so stupid that people roll their eyes and move on. Who knows! :D

    I'm going to try your shoelace suggestion. ...
    Forum: For Vintage & Antique Machine Enthusiasts
    12-23-2014, 05:45 PM
    Replies: 27
    Views: 20,211
    Posted By Rach L.

    My goodness....how do I thank you guys! I...

    My goodness....how do I thank you guys! I aligned everything as you directed Manicmike, and without your, CD's, and Kenmoregal2's input, I'd still be scratching my head. The machine is now sewing! ...
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