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Forum: General Chit-Chat (non-quilting talk)
12-11-2013, 07:30 AM
Replies: 8
Views: 937
Posted By maggiek

I have had the wonderful opportunity to travel to...

I have had the wonderful opportunity to travel to many countries around the world, but New Zealand is my favorite. As others have said, the two islands are totally different from each other, the...
Forum: For Vintage & Antique Machine Enthusiasts
12-09-2013, 12:02 PM
Replies: 9
Views: 5,848
Posted By maggiek

Need help too

I bought a machine at an auction and it has AJ510157 on the model plate which appears to translate to a 99 or a 201 model. I have downloaded the manual and finally got the needle in right and it...
Forum: General Chit-Chat (non-quilting talk)
11-08-2013, 06:53 AM
Replies: 10
Views: 1,751
Posted By maggiek

I made jeans quilts for my 5 grandkids and had a...

I made jeans quilts for my 5 grandkids and had a bunch of pockets that were too big for squares of the quilts. So I sewed the pockets together in 4 rows of 5 and created a wall hanging for my sewing...
Forum: Main
09-19-2013, 04:40 AM
Replies: 31
Views: 5,650
Posted By maggiek

I use the wash away stabilizer similar to what...

I use the wash away stabilizer similar to what Sharon Shaumber sells. I have tried every variety of appliqué technique I think and for hand work this gets the best results for me. It irons onto the...
Forum: Main
09-13-2013, 09:00 AM
Replies: 61
Views: 8,005
Posted By maggiek

I started at about age 60 after years of doing...

I started at about age 60 after years of doing all kinds of other sewing and needlework. I had travelled a lot in my job and really didn't know any ladies in my area (I live in the country near a...
Forum: Main
09-02-2013, 03:33 AM
Replies: 18
Views: 4,423
Posted By maggiek

I took two classes on QU from Nancy Chong on...

I took two classes on QU from Nancy Chong on appliqué. They were very well done. No videos like Craftsy but pages and pages of detailed instructions and diagrams as well as teacher availability for...
Forum: Main
08-30-2013, 07:01 AM
Replies: 44
Views: 8,353
Posted By maggiek

I use "quilt shop locator" when traveling,...

I use "quilt shop locator" when traveling, BlockFab, QuiltCalc, Schmetz. I also have EQ6 but never have had time to come to grips with it. Now that I am retire, maybe I can learn it and my...
Forum: Main
08-27-2013, 08:22 AM
Replies: 95
Views: 13,170
Posted By maggiek

I saw a valance that one lady made that was...

I saw a valance that one lady made that was nothing but selvages and left over strips tied. It was really colorful and cute.
Forum: Links and Resources
08-26-2013, 11:39 AM
Replies: 6
Views: 2,325
Posted By maggiek

I found that drawing the pattern on wash away...

I found that drawing the pattern on wash away applique stabilizer works best for me. It irons on to the back of the fabric so the pattern has to be reversed. Cut the fabric about 3/8" bigger than...
Forum: Main
07-11-2013, 04:36 AM
Replies: 34
Views: 6,525
Posted By maggiek

This table mounted machine will fit in the space...

This table mounted machine will fit in the space of a card table so is really not a big space hog. I have mine set up with space for card tables to be open on either side of it when I am quilting so...
Forum: Main
07-09-2013, 04:58 AM
Replies: 41
Views: 9,484
Posted By maggiek

You can do appliqué that is sewn by machine but...

You can do appliqué that is sewn by machine but looks hand done by using an invisible thread and a very tiny blanket stitch. Karen Kay Buckley teaches this method. You prepare the pieces with the...
Forum: Main
07-03-2013, 05:53 AM
Replies: 28
Views: 6,818
Posted By maggiek

I have also used the applique foundation paper...

I have also used the applique foundation paper that washes out. It is ironed onto the back of the fabric and then rather than starching or gluing down the seam allowance, I can just attach the piece...
Forum: Main
05-20-2013, 08:57 AM
Replies: 45
Views: 10,181
Posted By maggiek

I have the HQ Sweet 16 sit down model and love...

I have the HQ Sweet 16 sit down model and love it. I can't stand for long periods and don't have the room for the huge frame of a long-arm. There is a big difference however. With the sit down...
Forum: Recipes
05-15-2013, 05:41 AM
Replies: 7
Views: 1,518
Posted By maggiek

This sounded so good that I made it for dinner...

This sounded so good that I made it for dinner last night. It was a big hit. Thanks for a great summer salad option.
Forum: Main
05-13-2013, 08:25 AM
Replies: 61
Views: 7,856
Posted By maggiek

I like Bottom Line for the bobbin. I am a...

I like Bottom Line for the bobbin. I am a beginning quilter and the fine thread disappears on the back of the quilt to a large extent. I find it does not work as well on the top and choose a...
Forum: Pictures
05-09-2013, 05:20 AM
Replies: 61
Views: 6,143
Posted By maggiek

I carry kindergarten scissors on the plane with...

I carry kindergarten scissors on the plane with me all the time. No point, but they are good for cutting thread and even small fabric pieces.
Forum: Pictures
05-06-2013, 07:12 AM
Replies: 17
Views: 5,969
Posted By maggiek

I usually use painter's tape of the width I am...

I usually use painter's tape of the width I am wanting. I lay a long piece from corner to corner of the item and stitch right along the edge on both sides (not stitching the tape hopefully). Then I...
Forum: Main
04-28-2013, 06:40 AM
Replies: 47
Views: 6,171
Posted By maggiek

I am finishing up the appliqué border for my DWR...

I am finishing up the appliqué border for my DWR which is done is very much the same colors as your photo. I used the same light and dark for the connecting points to give it some consistency. I...
Forum: Main
04-17-2013, 08:21 AM
Replies: 57
Views: 7,897
Posted By maggiek

I use the U shaped pins for intersections. That...

I use the U shaped pins for intersections. That puts a pin on each side and they are tied together so they don't move. The improvement in my intersections and points is amazing! They are a bit...
Forum: Offline Events, Announcements, Discussions
04-10-2013, 05:30 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 1,104
Posted By maggiek

I just took 2 all day classes from her in Pigeon...

I just took 2 all day classes from her in Pigeon Forge, TN and she is fabulous. You will have a great time.
Forum: Pictures
04-07-2013, 05:08 AM
Replies: 45
Views: 8,876
Posted By maggiek

Be careful about cutting blocks down to a common...

Be careful about cutting blocks down to a common size. I had a similar set of blocks made by my guild members. When I squared them all up, it cut off the points on some of the blocks and that...
Forum: Main
04-07-2013, 04:58 AM
Replies: 42
Views: 10,176
Posted By maggiek

I got the Clearly Perfect Angles tool. It is a...

I got the Clearly Perfect Angles tool. It is a vinyl sheet that clings to the bed of your sewing machine by static cling so can be easily installed and removed. You line up the needle in normal...
Forum: Main
03-24-2013, 07:01 AM
Replies: 29
Views: 4,775
Posted By maggiek

I had a hand appliquéd and hand quilted Hawaiian...

I had a hand appliquéd and hand quilted Hawaiian quilt appraised and it was set at $1500 so I think that is a fair price.
Forum: Main
03-22-2013, 06:02 AM
Replies: 33
Views: 5,136
Posted By maggiek

Ricky Tims has an interesting method you might...

Ricky Tims has an interesting method you might want to look at too. I don't have the link but I'm sure you can find it easily.
Forum: Main
03-20-2013, 03:37 PM
Replies: 51
Views: 15,846
Posted By maggiek

I have had mine for about a year and love it. I...

I have had mine for about a year and love it. I didn't get the table extensions and just put up card tables on each side for a large quilt and it works fine. I have thought about the new stitch...
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