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    Forum: Recipes
    06-07-2020, 08:01 AM
    Replies: 11
    Views: 1,406
    Posted By JT

    Where are the before cooking tips?

    Where are the before cooking tips?
    Forum: Main
    09-14-2019, 06:50 PM
    Replies: 9
    Views: 4,383
    Posted By JT

    Go to the instruction tab and look at each...

    Go to the instruction tab and look at each category. There are instructions for each.
    Forum: Main
    08-27-2019, 07:06 PM
    Replies: 12
    Views: 3,611
    Posted By JT

    I would quilt in straight lines like it shows on...

    I would quilt in straight lines like it shows on the pattern. You said your machine doesn't do free motion, just stitch and do straight line quilting. Neat quilt!
    Forum: Main
    09-12-2018, 04:53 PM
    Replies: 21
    Views: 2,111
    Posted By JT

    Congratulations! You got a really great deal...

    Congratulations! You got a really great deal from Martha!
    Forum: Main
    09-12-2018, 04:50 PM
    Replies: 18
    Views: 3,471
    Posted By JT

    Put clean mouse traps (that snap) on the top of...

    Put clean mouse traps (that snap) on the top of the quilt , maybe on top of tissue paper. We did this with our Great Dane dog on our sofa. He did not get on the sofa after the first few tries. Put...
    Forum: Main
    08-28-2018, 09:53 AM
    Replies: 5
    Views: 3,803
    Posted By JT

    I just pulled up the APQS website: APQS Used...

    I just pulled up the APQS website:

    APQS Used Machine Inventory

    2017 Lenni with Lifetime warranty – List price: $ 8,500/ Sale price: $ 7,900


    Not sure what the sale price is on the 2009...
    Forum: Main
    08-28-2018, 09:07 AM
    Replies: 6
    Views: 1,055
    Posted By JT

    I took a class with my guild. The lady teaching...

    I took a class with my guild. The lady teaching it has made over 15 t-shirt quilts and she recommended Pellon-911. That is what I used on a quilt with about 35-40 t-shirts in it (front & back). ...
    Forum: Main
    08-27-2018, 05:11 PM
    Replies: 5
    Views: 3,803
    Posted By JT

    I don't own a Lenni but I bought a used 2007 APQS...

    I don't own a Lenni but I bought a used 2007 APQS Millie in 2014. It is still running strong. Have you gotten onto the APQS website? APQS.com, then pull up the Forum. You can ask questions of...
    Forum: Main
    08-27-2018, 04:56 PM
    Replies: 7
    Views: 7,747
    Posted By JT

    I'm currently working on my second crown royal...

    I'm currently working on my second crown royal quilt. I did not use stabilizer on the fabric from the bags. I would recommend washing the bags with color catchers before you even cut them apart. ...
    08-22-2018, 06:29 PM
    Replies: 50
    Views: 9,281
    Posted By JT

    When you asked if someone could come help, I had...

    When you asked if someone could come help, I had to look and see where you were at: Twin Falls, Idaho. I've been in you city, just loved the falls ... gorgeous!! Wishing you lots of patience and...
    Forum: Main
    08-22-2018, 05:35 PM
    Replies: 10
    Views: 2,377
    Posted By JT

    Would always do the binding in a cotton versus...

    Would always do the binding in a cotton versus minky.
    Forum: Main
    08-22-2018, 05:34 PM
    Replies: 10
    Views: 2,377
    Posted By JT

    I've used minky for backing with cotton or poly...

    I've used minky for backing with cotton or poly batting. Be sure to load on a long arm with the selvages on the sides. Try not to stretch. I used the same thread I use on other quilts, polyester. ...
    07-11-2018, 08:41 PM
    Replies: 30
    Views: 2,326
    Posted By JT

    The best vacuum I have ever bought is a Shark. I...

    The best vacuum I have ever bought is a Shark. I have both the Shark Rotator and the Shark Rotator Professional. While you can by the Shark Rotator in stores like Walmart & Kohl's, I bought mine...
    07-09-2018, 06:26 PM
    Replies: 19
    Views: 5,320
    Posted By JT

    Wow!!! You did a great job on the table. ...

    Wow!!! You did a great job on the table. Clearly you are a motivated quilter! I looked at the website for your felt topper. Can you tell us the F factor that you ordered? 36 x 72, 3/4 inch thick...
    Forum: Main
    07-04-2018, 04:49 AM
    Replies: 20
    Views: 2,533
    Posted By JT

    Here's how I determine how much fabric is needed...

    Here's how I determine how much fabric is needed for my binding.

    Take the length + width x 2. 68+93 = 161 x 2=322. Then divide that total by the width of your fabric. 322 divided. By 40 (on...
    Forum: Main
    06-24-2018, 07:42 PM
    Replies: 9
    Views: 2,311
    Posted By JT

    I've had my 7700 for 8+ years. It is a great...

    I've had my 7700 for 8+ years. It is a great machine. I've quilted large quilts on my 7700 without problems. I sewed together vinyl when reupholstering a chair. I also have a Janome 3160 QDC,...
    Forum: Main
    05-23-2018, 03:51 AM
    Replies: 11
    Views: 5,567
    Posted By JT

    Sign on to the APQS website @ APQS.com. On the...

    Sign on to the APQS website @ APQS.com. On the top of the screen in the far right is the forum, where lots of users provide info, etc. look around there and you'll find lots of info. I don't own a...
    Forum: Main
    05-05-2018, 03:23 AM
    Replies: 5
    Views: 2,227
    Posted By JT

    Quilter's Dream Poly is a nice thinner batting...

    Quilter's Dream Poly is a nice thinner batting with consistency in how smooth it is across, not pulling apart like a cotton batting, when you stretch it a little. I use it a lot, nice drape and not...
    Forum: Main
    04-28-2018, 06:06 PM
    Replies: 34
    Views: 9,868
    Posted By JT

    Do not use the heat and bond! For t-shirt quilts...

    Do not use the heat and bond! For t-shirt quilts I use Pellon 911. Very easy to use and remember.
    Forum: Main
    04-13-2018, 03:31 PM
    Replies: 9
    Views: 5,400
    Posted By JT

    I've reloaded several quilts on my longarm. ...

    I've reloaded several quilts on my longarm. Depending on how you are quilting, pantograph or free arm quilting, could impact the degree of difficulty in loading. If it were me, I would load it the...
    Forum: Pictures
    03-25-2018, 05:55 PM
    Replies: 43
    Views: 5,396
    Posted By JT

    Great job quilting!! Did you quilt this using a...

    Great job quilting!! Did you quilt this using a pantograph or computer aid quilting? If panto,what is the name of the pantograph?
    Forum: Main
    02-27-2018, 06:22 AM
    Replies: 10
    Views: 6,621
    Posted By JT

    I would highly recommend the 3160 Janome. I use...

    I would highly recommend the 3160 Janome. I use it all the time as my "to go" machine. Light weight, can go anywhere. It has many bells and whistles and are there when you need them, needle...
    Forum: Recipes
    11-21-2017, 06:56 AM
    Replies: 33
    Views: 2,408
    Posted By JT

    Here's a link to a recipe for WWII Oatmeal...

    Here's a link to a recipe for WWII Oatmeal Molasses Cookies. Hope it tastes like your Mom's - Bakermom.
    ...
    Forum: Main
    10-28-2017, 02:09 PM
    Replies: 19
    Views: 1,764
    Posted By JT

    I did a quilt with hexie on a white background. ...

    I did a quilt with hexie on a white background. I too had shadow on the white on white. As I appliqued the hexies on I put a small hexie shaped batting behind the white, tucked under the seams. I...
    Forum: Main
    09-25-2017, 09:13 AM
    Replies: 6
    Views: 4,384
    Posted By JT

    Tape the vinyl down, eventually it I'll stay down.

    Tape the vinyl down, eventually it I'll stay down.
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