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Forum: Main
07-29-2019, 03:14 PM
Replies: 36
Views: 5,052
Posted By acjacques

I am in the same situation now. For 45 years I...

I am in the same situation now. For 45 years I put my own interests behind to meet the pressing needs of a growing family and worked full time to pay for mortgage, etc. When I retired 8 years ago I...
Forum: Main
03-04-2019, 09:02 AM
Replies: 22
Views: 42,804
Posted By acjacques

I bought the first version of Baby Lock Jazz. I...

I bought the first version of Baby Lock Jazz. I traded it in for a computerized sewing machine because of the following reasons: it didn't have an automatic up-down needle position. When quilting,...
Forum: Main
03-04-2019, 08:55 AM
Replies: 6
Views: 1,196
Posted By acjacques

I have been using June Tailor's rulers to cut up...

I have been using June Tailor's rulers to cut up strips.
Forum: Main
08-28-2017, 10:41 AM
Replies: 19
Views: 19,822
Posted By acjacques

I have arthritis on both hands, so it's hard to...

I have arthritis on both hands, so it's hard to grab hold of the fabric and also try to turn the wheel with the other. If it's just straight sewing I don't mind; it is a big issue tho' when doing...
Forum: Main
08-21-2017, 05:33 AM
Replies: 19
Views: 19,822
Posted By acjacques

Baby Lock Jazz

I recently bought a Baby Lock Jazz sewing machine. While it's great that it has multiple stitches and runs very fast, it doesn't have an automatic needle down feature, which is very important for...
Forum: Main
08-21-2017, 05:07 AM
Replies: 21
Views: 3,648
Posted By acjacques

I used to mount a Janome1600P on a New Joy frame,...

I used to mount a Janome1600P on a New Joy frame, which worked with crib size quilts. Last year I bought a Janome Artistic Design sit-down quilting machine with 18" of quilting space. It came with...
Forum: Main
03-06-2017, 06:07 PM
Replies: 9
Views: 1,494
Posted By acjacques

I purchased a Janome Artistic Quilter SD-18 a...

I purchased a Janome Artistic Quilter SD-18 a year ago. It came with a table and extensions to allow for large quilts. Contact your Local Janome dealer to see if he/she has one on display and give...
Forum: Main
05-23-2016, 07:17 PM
Replies: 38
Views: 6,016
Posted By acjacques

I recently purchased a sit-down quilting machine...

I recently purchased a sit-down quilting machine by Janome, the Artistic Quilter SD, with 18" throat space and large table with extensions for under $4500. You may want to look into this option. I...
Forum: Main
04-28-2016, 06:18 AM
Replies: 5
Views: 2,058
Posted By acjacques

Artistic Quilter SD by Janome

Does anyone own this quilting machine? I just purchased one, the front-facing model with 18" quilting space. Unfortunately, the instruction manual that came with it is very minimal, and I can't...
Forum: Main
03-08-2016, 10:38 AM
Replies: 44
Views: 5,998
Posted By acjacques

I fold the fabric into a manageable size; so for...

I fold the fabric into a manageable size; so for a yard, I fold it in half lengthwise on the selvage, then pin the fabric and then line up a ruler up to an inch from the edge of the selvage, I then...
Forum: Main
12-07-2015, 06:46 AM
Replies: 15
Views: 4,308
Posted By acjacques

When I clicked on the blog site, on the top bar,...

When I clicked on the blog site, on the top bar, I have Google translator, I clicked and got the English version, which is very, very clear to understand. Unfortunately, it cannot be downloaded, so...
Forum: Main
11-09-2015, 12:50 PM
Replies: 48
Views: 9,131
Posted By acjacques

After you have removed the seams, worn spots,...

After you have removed the seams, worn spots, pockets, zippers, etc. lay out the denim like you would a regular fabric square it up and cut it into the size of squares you want. I made a simple...
Forum: Main
10-05-2015, 08:29 AM
Replies: 27
Views: 6,176
Posted By acjacques

There are rulers that are 8-1/2 inches wide by...

There are rulers that are 8-1/2 inches wide by 36" length.
Forum: Pictures
08-23-2015, 03:36 PM
Replies: 60
Views: 7,531
Posted By acjacques

The summer has been real hot and I can't turn the...

The summer has been real hot and I can't turn the sewing machine, iron and air conditioner on all the same time without tripping the circuit breaker, so I have been cutting all my fabric scraps in...
Forum: Main
08-10-2015, 05:19 AM
Replies: 31
Views: 8,512
Posted By acjacques

I've been using Dritz basting spray on large...

I've been using Dritz basting spray on large quilts and have had no problem at all. I usually clean the bobbin well and the needle clamp when I change the bobbin thread as well to remove lint or any...
Forum: Main
07-01-2015, 05:32 PM
Replies: 134
Views: 15,786
Posted By acjacques

I don't have any more room to hide my fabric...

I don't have any more room to hide my fabric stash. The other day I told my husband that we should move into a 5 or 6 bedroom house, "What for?" he asked, and I said the 3 bedrooms will be for my...
Forum: Main
07-01-2015, 05:29 PM
Replies: 28
Views: 6,647
Posted By acjacques

I also sewed the slider onto a quilt, and the...

I also sewed the slider onto a quilt, and the tape eventually leaves marks on the sewing platform. What I found useful is to use the baking silicone spray (bakers usually purchase them); just a...
Forum: Main
06-01-2015, 04:41 AM
Replies: 25
Views: 4,165
Posted By acjacques

I used non-transparent plastic totes to store my...

I used non-transparent plastic totes to store my fabrics and arts stuff in a storage for over a year when we moved 20 years ago. I made sure there were no pins or any metallic parts on the fabrics,...
Forum: Mission: Organization
04-09-2015, 11:04 AM
Replies: 34
Views: 9,641
Posted By acjacques

I'm totally floored! I thought having about 12...

I'm totally floored! I thought having about 12 boxes of fabric was a lot, then I see your stash.
Forum: Main
04-06-2015, 05:25 AM
Replies: 21
Views: 3,905
Posted By acjacques

I buy a lot of quilt kits from Connecting...

I buy a lot of quilt kits from Connecting Threads, the kits do come with generous fabrics and the quilt is exactly what I see on the picture and on the kit instruction. When I have questions about...
Forum: Main
02-16-2015, 05:36 AM
Replies: 43
Views: 24,309
Posted By acjacques

If you are a fan of MSQC you should take...

If you are a fan of MSQC you should take advantage of their deals which they offer almost daily. I have gotten FQ's, charm packs and jelly rolls from them, which I usually buy whenever I see a set...
Forum: Mission: Organization
02-02-2015, 06:18 AM
Replies: 37
Views: 21,891
Posted By acjacques

I have an old computer desk for my sewing...

I have an old computer desk for my sewing machine. After about 5 years of nagging, my DH finally cut an opening on top to drop the sewing machine. He used some scrap pieces he picked up from Home...
Forum: Main
11-03-2014, 12:10 PM
Replies: 9
Views: 1,156
Posted By acjacques

There is a section under Forum for pictures and...

There is a section under Forum for pictures and Mission organization - there are lots of articles and pictures showing great ideas for a quilt studio and/or sewing room.
Forum: Main
10-28-2014, 03:21 PM
Replies: 16
Views: 5,033
Posted By acjacques

If you have a JoAnn store nearby, check their...

If you have a JoAnn store nearby, check their sales often. When the cutting mats are on sale, try to get a 32"x24" mat - this will be a great investment and should last for years. I bought one 5...
Forum: Main
09-08-2014, 01:43 PM
Replies: 19
Views: 2,138
Posted By acjacques

How about going to the La Conner WA quilt museum...

How about going to the La Conner WA quilt museum - there is a fantastic exhibit going on right now on Japanese quilters - they also sell fabrics and other quilting stuff; I'm sure you'd find it very...
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