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    Forum: Main
    10-04-2018, 07:50 PM
    Replies: 43
    Views: 4,320
    Posted By VitaLuna

    I wouldn’t loan out my machines. Can you see...

    I wouldn’t loan out my machines. Can you see about getting the donated ones fixed? You could probably also find a used one at the machine repair shop if they’re unable to fix the donated ones for a...
    Forum: Main
    09-16-2018, 11:46 AM
    Replies: 17
    Views: 3,951
    Posted By VitaLuna

    Next time, if a bunch seem wonky, I’d take it...

    Next time, if a bunch seem wonky, I’d take it back for a refund (unless you’re in love with it, in which case the time spent correcting is worth it). I agree with some above that I would not...
    Forum: Main
    09-14-2018, 07:10 PM
    Replies: 40
    Views: 7,139
    Posted By VitaLuna

    I used to save all my scraps and I’d cut them...

    I used to save all my scraps and I’d cut them down into 5 different sizes. That got old (and overwhelming) fast.

    I now only keep 5” squares and 2.5” strips. It keeps things manageable. The rest...
    Forum: Main
    09-14-2018, 06:57 PM
    Replies: 34
    Views: 5,007
    Posted By VitaLuna

    I mostly do modern baby quilts, and do a straight...

    I mostly do modern baby quilts, and do a straight stitch on the diagonal for some, or a tradition x patern on my patchwork/6” bock quilts. I have a large ombré stripe quilt kit waiting on my shelf...
    Forum: Main
    09-10-2018, 03:19 PM
    Replies: 45
    Views: 4,801
    Posted By VitaLuna

    I have a Pfaff and prefer my foot with the guide....

    I have a Pfaff and prefer my foot with the guide.

    I don’t use the knee lift, although I have never given it a try. I can “tap” the pedal on my Pfaff to get the foot up/down and needle up/down.
    Forum: Main
    09-03-2018, 02:24 PM
    Replies: 5
    Views: 2,109
    Posted By VitaLuna

    I find it easier to piece on straight, non-pinked...

    I find it easier to piece on straight, non-pinked edges (which is why I’m not a huge fan of precuts). I only use my pinking shears/rotary cutter before pre-washing a large cuts of fabric (I only...
    Forum: Main
    09-01-2018, 12:52 PM
    Replies: 6
    Views: 1,923
    Posted By VitaLuna

    I did a large star quilt as a Christmas gift that...

    I did a large star quilt as a Christmas gift that used HSTs (I think they were 18”? Big!) Like mentioned above, I just planned to trim them down to size after sewing. Much less headache that way!
    Forum: Main
    08-31-2018, 02:11 PM
    Replies: 65
    Views: 7,325
    Posted By VitaLuna

    Ahhh, so glad to read this today. I have a...

    Ahhh, so glad to read this today. I have a finished baby blanket with a crooked corner glaring at me from my finished project rack. I hate it. I could rip the seams and start over, but I want to just...
    Forum: Main
    08-06-2018, 09:07 PM
    Replies: 17
    Views: 2,868
    Posted By VitaLuna

    Pretty quilt top! Love the color/arrangement. ...

    Pretty quilt top! Love the color/arrangement.

    Am I understanding correctly that you want it quilt each square individually? If so, I wouldn’t recommend it. That’s a ton of extra knots (and time)...
    Forum: Main
    08-04-2018, 07:34 PM
    Replies: 54
    Views: 7,223
    Posted By VitaLuna

    I’m certain this isn’t the “right” way, but I...

    I’m certain this isn’t the “right” way, but I actually prefer to sew it to the back first, then roll it over to the front and stitch it that way. Easier, and I like the look better. I use 2 1/2”...
    Forum: Main
    08-01-2018, 11:07 AM
    Replies: 12
    Views: 1,769
    Posted By VitaLuna

    Thank you all! I will pick up some ball point...

    Thank you all! I will pick up some ball point needles tonight, and try the “flossing” trick above. It’s so frustrating because it was working fine originally, so I thought it would be a breeze to...
    Forum: Main
    07-31-2018, 07:06 PM
    Replies: 38
    Views: 8,068
    Posted By VitaLuna

    I use Best Press. I use unscented, and use my...

    I use Best Press. I use unscented, and use my JoAnn’s coupon when I need more (supplies like Best Press, 505, needles, batting, etc. I get at Joann’s with a coupon. Fabric always from a LQS or Etsy.)
    Forum: Main
    07-31-2018, 07:00 PM
    Replies: 12
    Views: 1,769
    Posted By VitaLuna

    Skipped stitches: help!

    I’m needing some help. I’m straight-stitch applique-ing thick (JoAnn’s by-the-yard) acrylic felt into a quilted wall hanging/banner. The first 5 or 6 letters went totally fine, then it started...
    Forum: Main
    07-18-2018, 07:34 PM
    Replies: 17
    Views: 2,343
    Posted By VitaLuna

    What type of quilting are you doing? I’ve had...

    What type of quilting are you doing? I’ve had major issues doing horizontal straight or wavy lines (I now know that it’s probably related to what direction/grain the backing was). How wrinkly? It’s...
    Forum: Main
    07-17-2018, 08:37 PM
    Replies: 27
    Views: 4,923
    Posted By VitaLuna

    Do you have a Hobby Lobby (or is that a west...

    Do you have a Hobby Lobby (or is that a west coast thing?) If so, they have gauze. Unsure on the price, but saw a bunch today when I was stocking up on Kona solids.
    Forum: Main
    07-13-2018, 08:55 PM
    Replies: 27
    Views: 4,923
    Posted By VitaLuna

    I second StitchStashDiva on Etsy right now. She’s...

    I second StitchStashDiva on Etsy right now. She’s having some amazing sales on designer quilting cottons (they’re clearing house in anticipation of opening a brick and mortar store, from what I...
    Forum: Main
    07-13-2018, 07:41 PM
    Replies: 22
    Views: 3,246
    Posted By VitaLuna

    Definitely nothing from JoAnn’s (although they...

    Definitely nothing from JoAnn’s (although they have a “Luxe” flannel line or something like that now that might be better). I’ve made one flannel quilt, and I want to say the fabric was Robert...
    Forum: Main
    07-02-2018, 03:39 PM
    Replies: 7
    Views: 1,622
    Posted By VitaLuna

    That’s a good point, Tartan. If I spent all the...

    That’s a good point, Tartan. If I spent all the time piecing it (she wants it to match one of their stained glass windows) I’d be a little sad if someone did a sloppy lettering job.
    Forum: Main
    07-02-2018, 03:38 PM
    Replies: 7
    Views: 1,622
    Posted By VitaLuna

    If I did the heat and bond, I would use regular...

    If I did the heat and bond, I would use regular quilting cotton. I’m defjnitely no appliqué expert, so my initial thought was felt so that there was a little more margin for error with the stitching...
    Forum: Main
    07-02-2018, 01:24 PM
    Replies: 7
    Views: 1,622
    Posted By VitaLuna

    Adding appliqué to finished quilt?

    Hi! I’m mostly a lurker, but I’ve got a bit of a dilemma/question.

    An old church friend has asked me to make a banner for her church, ~30”x40”. I have the main quilt design figured out, and I’m...
    Forum: Main
    11-29-2017, 08:46 PM
    Replies: 10
    Views: 12,352
    Posted By VitaLuna

    Thank you all for the feedback! I hadn’t looked...

    Thank you all for the feedback! I hadn’t looked at the 740, so that might be another option to consider. I don’t think the dealer I went to carries it, but there’s another reputable sew and vac store...
    Forum: Main
    11-29-2017, 12:09 PM
    Replies: 10
    Views: 12,352
    Posted By VitaLuna

    @jennifer23 That’s a really good point about FMQ....

    @jennifer23 That’s a really good point about FMQ. I feel like I could straight stitch a quilt in the smaller throat space or the 560, but FMQ requires more room.
    Forum: Main
    11-29-2017, 11:50 AM
    Replies: 10
    Views: 12,352
    Posted By VitaLuna

    Bernina 560 or 770?

    Hey all! New here. I’m looking to get a new machine with the stitch regulator. I currently have a Pfaff Quilt Expression 4.0, and my lack of free motion skills have had me want to toss it out the...
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