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Forum: For Vintage & Antique Machine Enthusiasts
02-18-2020, 11:20 AM
Replies: 14
Views: 4,385
Posted By ninab

I ordered a 1" thick wool felt mat for a custom...

I ordered a 1" thick wool felt mat for a custom cutting table I had Got it from Sutherland Felt (google them) I called, explained what I needed. For a 3'x6' 1" thick mat with shipping, it was...
Forum: Main
02-18-2020, 11:16 AM
Replies: 30
Views: 29,225
Posted By ninab

My review of the M7 Continental

I bought this machine a couple of days prior to Thanksgiving. I had literally sold my home and was moving. I didn't really begin to use it until January (Move + Holidays, etc.)

I'm working on...
Forum: Main
08-14-2018, 11:08 AM
Replies: 17
Views: 3,271
Posted By ninab

Thank you all for wonderful information! Now I...

Thank you all for wonderful information! Now I realize it's the height from top to bottom, not so much the distance to the right of the needle (though lovely to have) that makes the difference. ...
Forum: Main
08-13-2018, 11:26 AM
Replies: 17
Views: 3,271
Posted By ninab

Best FMQ machine quandry...

I just rec'd my Quality Sewing & Vac newsletter/catalog, and they have some amazing prices on sweet machines! My wallet doesn't seem to parallel with the price points. lol

I'm saving for (I...
Forum: Main
08-13-2018, 11:15 AM
Replies: 31
Views: 9,085
Posted By ninab

I've recently tried PPing - I bought a ream of...

I've recently tried PPing - I bought a ream of newsprint on Amazon (think it was 9.00) -- it tears so easily when removing! I print on my home printer using "draft quality" (less ink) and light...
Forum: Main
07-13-2018, 11:34 AM
Replies: 3
Views: 1,592
Posted By ninab

Bundle of Liberty Lawn pieces, looking for pattern suggestions...

I love Liberty fabrics - the cotton lawn is divine!
Recently, I purchased a pack of 100 9x13" liberty lawn pieces (~4.5yds). The common "uniting" color could be a darker blue or steel gray.
...
Forum: Mission: Organization
07-10-2018, 09:43 AM
Replies: 19
Views: 5,207
Posted By ninab

I use a lint roller for mine - it's exceptional...

I use a lint roller for mine - it's exceptional when removing all manner of string or itty bits/dog ears from HSTs - and cat hair. LOL I only buy the rollers that are cream colored - they're...
Forum: Tutorials
07-10-2018, 09:23 AM
Replies: 131
Views: 68,641
Posted By ninab

Thank you for the great instructions and photos...

Thank you for the great instructions and photos to support! Love the quilt! I'm gathering (already!) quite the assortment of scraps and leftover 5" squares... I've been wondering what to do with...
Forum: Main
07-10-2018, 07:52 AM
Replies: 24
Views: 2,838
Posted By ninab

Well, here's the final verdict. After looking at...

Well, here's the final verdict. After looking at images on GOOGLE for "scant 1/4 inch" - I see my issue. If I were to sew at a scant quarter, I'd be spot on... Moving forward w/the pineapple quilt,...
Forum: Mission: Organization
07-10-2018, 07:43 AM
Replies: 19
Views: 5,207
Posted By ninab

Also - if you and friends get together, I believe...

Also - if you and friends get together, I believe there's a discount when ordering larger quantities. You can cut the felt yourself with a box cutter (fresh blade!!!) or they will cut it for you for...
Forum: Main
07-09-2018, 02:48 PM
Replies: 24
Views: 2,838
Posted By ninab

nope, not using up 40wt, Every time I turn the...

nope, not using up 40wt, Every time I turn the machine on, I re-measure the seam allowance. Just because I'd never paper pieced before, I measured the "2 inch" gauge on the paper after printing -...
Forum: Main
07-09-2018, 12:29 PM
Replies: 24
Views: 2,838
Posted By ninab

Consistently 1/16th of an inch off!

Hiya!
I just finished the Quiltworx Dresden blade 18" square. My first paper piecing project (Craftsy unlimited).
The first two blades joind perfectly. Every blade afterwards was a consistent...
Forum: Mission: Organization
07-09-2018, 12:13 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 3,824
Posted By ninab

I just posted (in organization - abt 30 min ago)...

I just posted (in organization - abt 30 min ago) the 3x6' table I built - i put it on furniture sliders, so I can pull it away from the wall if I need 360 degree access. All my tools hang on the...
Forum: Mission: Organization
07-09-2018, 12:08 PM
Replies: 27
Views: 5,119
Posted By ninab

So happy your move has turned out well, and with...

So happy your move has turned out well, and with a bonus!! When I began quilting, I always said "I'm not gonna be one of those women on YouTube with the wall of scraps behind them, no way!" Well,...
Forum: Mission: Organization
07-09-2018, 12:01 PM
Replies: 188
Views: 23,954
Posted By ninab

I bought a bunch of storage boxes at the dollar...

I bought a bunch of storage boxes at the dollar store. They have the flip lids (hinged on the right/left and join in the center). They're smaller than the plastic shoe boxes, but I have 15, and...
Forum: Mission: Organization
07-09-2018, 11:57 AM
Replies: 17
Views: 3,768
Posted By ninab

Wowza! This is awsome! I used the insulation...

Wowza! This is awsome! I used the insulation panels years ago for blocking knitted sweaters, that stuff has a Lot of uses! LOL
Forum: Mission: Organization
07-09-2018, 11:54 AM
Replies: 19
Views: 5,207
Posted By ninab

The cost for a similar sized IKEA table...

The cost for a similar sized IKEA table (travel/ferry/gas) would have been >200.00 - and it wouldn't have been tall enough for me - or big enough.
Forum: Mission: Organization
07-09-2018, 11:47 AM
Replies: 19
Views: 5,207
Posted By ninab

Cheap and easy pressing/worktable

Well, let me start by saying I am **Not** a furniture builder. I'm a total garage/power tool hack.

I needed a good work table, I have a 200.00 Brother Laura Ashley machine (Extremely lightweight)...
Forum: General Chit-Chat (non-quilting talk)
05-11-2018, 01:46 PM
Replies: 31
Views: 2,482
Posted By ninab

I too miss Longmire!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!! Yes, the...

I too miss Longmire!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!! Yes, the seasons of Longmire are available on Netflix. When the show was cancelled on "TV", Netflix picked up the series and finished it (last 2 seasons, I...
Forum: Pictures
05-11-2018, 01:31 PM
Replies: 4,051
Views: 2,472,804
Posted By ninab

Wow - these are all A+++ quilts, very inspiring. ...

Wow - these are all A+++ quilts, very inspiring. Thank you all for sharing! My "scrap bag" is just a grocery bag, but then, I've only made one quilt... Now I will cherish each piece of scrap,...
Forum: Main
05-11-2018, 06:30 AM
Replies: 20
Views: 5,214
Posted By ninab

I live in the PAC NW. Someone said "No Sunshine?...

I live in the PAC NW. Someone said "No Sunshine? Fugettaboutit! I'm staying East!" :) Maybe I can talk my daughter into quilting it with me... She doesn't sew, but what a fun opportunity for...
Forum: Main
05-10-2018, 10:26 AM
Replies: 20
Views: 5,214
Posted By ninab

Thank you all for your sage advice! TBH, I am...

Thank you all for your sage advice! TBH, I am using one of the 30s quilt on my bed... ;o) I just love a nice quilt. <sigh>
I think the idea of hand quilting the top is superb - and I'll wait...
Forum: Introduce Yourself
05-10-2018, 10:15 AM
Replies: 22
Views: 703
Posted By ninab

Thank you all for the kind and generous welcomes!...

Thank you all for the kind and generous welcomes! Cashs_mom - apparently there is a very large quilting guild in my county!!!! Looking forward to trying it out! Thank you for the suggestion :)
Forum: Introduce Yourself
05-10-2018, 10:13 AM
Replies: 22
Views: 703
Posted By ninab

Confession: Their website is where I bought my...

Confession: Their website is where I bought my fabric, and pattern for the 1st quilt (MIssouri Star). I found them on youtube, and watched the videos and thought "I can do this!" After watching...
Forum: Main
05-10-2018, 10:09 AM
Replies: 37
Views: 9,091
Posted By ninab

I've been bitten by the quilting bug, and Hard. ...

I've been bitten by the quilting bug, and Hard. I want a LA b/c I don't want to pay to send mine out, and I am totally Loving piecing the tops, but paying someone to quilt for me - eeks, I don't...
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