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09-20-2019, 12:45 PM
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best machine for fmq
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I also was about to cut and paste this link as...
I also was about to cut and paste this link as it’s the best advice l have seen yet. It addresses the exact issues that are happening. It is the link from Peckish above.
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09-04-2019, 07:36 AM
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Visiting Australia and New Zealand
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In Melbourne Australia northern suburbs there is...
In Melbourne Australia northern suburbs there is GJ’s Fabrics in Fairfield. They have a beautiful range but pricey.. but all the same good quality.
Gail B’s is also an amazing shop.
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09-03-2019, 12:40 PM
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I'm doing something wrong with my ironing
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That sometimes happens when you iron dark...
That sometimes happens when you iron dark trousers. If you dampen a rag with vinegar it should take the shine off.
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08-13-2019, 11:32 AM
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Foot Controller problem
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I don’t know if this is your problem exactly but...
I don’t know if this is your problem exactly but it does happen to me. I will be sewing and my machine stops. I worked out that it’s the connection from the foot into the sewing machine (Janome). I...
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06-22-2019, 12:50 PM
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Stiff Hand wheel
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Stiff Hand wheel
Does anybody know how to fix a stiff hand wheel or why it has become stiff all of a sudden. I read it could be due to bobbin area needing to be cleaned out so l did that, but still the problem...
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12-28-2018, 01:36 PM
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Pattern Downsize
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Pattern Downsize
Hi, I have a pattern for a dog block and I want to make it much smaller. Can I simply cut the pieces in half the size as they are all rectangles and squares. Or will this change something that I...
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06-17-2018, 10:57 AM
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Top Stitch Problem
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Top Stitch Problem
Can anybody help with top stitch not looking nice. I have had my machine serviced but unable to speak directly with serviceman. The top stitch is not looking like individual stitches but rather just...
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12-10-2017, 11:46 AM
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Japanese taupe quilt progress
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l love the pattern and the colours you have...
l love the pattern and the colours you have chosen.
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11-06-2017, 01:23 PM
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Quilt top duvet cover?
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I have bought a commercially made duvet cover...
I have bought a commercially made duvet cover which has been quilted on the top and l insert my duvet into it. Now because l put a sheet in between the duvet cover and the bottom sheet l don’t need...
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01-26-2017, 03:12 AM
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t shirt quilts
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I have made a few Tshirt quilts and make them...
I have made a few Tshirt quilts and make them qayg. On some of them l have used the back of the shirt as the backing of the block. It saves on waste and buying more material.
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07-02-2016, 02:13 PM
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scrappy quilt
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I have to admit that l don't usually like scrappy...
I have to admit that l don't usually like scrappy quilts but yours is the nicest one l seen as it has a lot of structure and is not just a mish mash of colours. Nicely done.
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05-08-2016, 01:16 PM
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Is there an easy way to do these blocks? Help...
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That sounds a little like MSQC Alter Ego quilt....
That sounds a little like MSQC Alter Ego quilt. If not the cutting should help.
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05-06-2016, 01:09 PM
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Quilting a T-shirt quilt
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Hi, I have made a few Tshirt quilts and made then...
Hi, I have made a few Tshirt quilts and made then qayg. Because I cannot free motion quilt I usually follow any curves, spacing between lines until whole shirt is done. Another l might go around the...
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05-06-2016, 12:55 PM
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2016 row by row shop sample Honeybees
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I loved the honey bees without the quilting, they...
I loved the honey bees without the quilting, they looked fantastic, UNTIL I saw it with the quilting. What a difference quilting makes to any top. Great work.
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06-26-2014, 12:29 PM
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opinions please
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I would sash and border with black and bind with...
I would sash and border with black and bind with any colour in the quilt. I gave done this with Tshirt quilts and the black makes it all pop. Nice job by the Where are you?.
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06-10-2014, 12:26 PM
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Anyone use wool batting?
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I use second hand wool blankets which I can...
I use second hand wool blankets which I can purchase at thrift shops for as little as $5.00 for a whole queen size blanket. Nobody uses them anymore so l can always find one when I need to.
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03-26-2014, 12:34 PM
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By American terms what does a double measure?
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Thanks, that was so quick and yes it does answer...
Thanks, that was so quick and yes it does answer my question.
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03-26-2014, 12:24 PM
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By American terms what does a double measure?
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By American terms what does a double measure?
What about a single and a King?
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12-29-2012, 08:26 PM
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Looking for recent zipper tutorial
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Looking for recent zipper tutorial
Hi, I cannot find a recent tutorial for a zipper in a throw cushion. I think it was a You Tube video. The zip was sewn in and then the top seam ripped open. Can anyone remember where to find it. I...
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11-17-2012, 01:47 PM
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A Quilt for Vivienne ~ What would you name it?
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Hi, I live in Melbourne and would be very...
Hi, I live in Melbourne and would be very interested in seeing the quilt if I knew where the showing will be. Could you let me know where and when as this is news to me. I enjoyed reading the story....
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09-16-2011, 02:57 AM
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Before and After Photos
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I was wondering if somebody as talented as...
I was wondering if somebody as talented as Charisma could post before quilting photos and after quilting photos just to see the difference that the actual quilting makes. After her quilting the...
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09-08-2011, 03:51 AM
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What do your grandkids call you
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They call me moo moo
They call me moo moo
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08-14-2011, 11:48 AM
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Does anyone wake during the night singing in your head
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It happens to me. Is it just an overactive mind?...
It happens to me. Is it just an overactive mind? Just wondering.
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08-12-2011, 12:27 PM
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Which ruler is it, please.
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Hi, Does anyone remeber the name of a ruler...
Hi, Does anyone remeber the name of a ruler recently posted. It has slots to cut strips. I can't find it anywhere. Thanks in advance. Chris
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05-13-2011, 01:56 AM
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Multiple Sclerosis
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Hi, Just wondering what does anyone personally...
Hi, Just wondering what does anyone personally know about the causes of MS. Is stress the greatest factor, or is it a factor at all?
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