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    Search: Posts Made By: cjr
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    Forum: Introduce Yourself
    05-11-2020, 02:30 PM
    Replies: 15
    Views: 1,308
    Posted By cjr

    Just saw this morning on Michael Miller Fabrics...

    Just saw this morning on Michael Miller Fabrics free pattern in blue & white a pieced Japan themed quilt. Nice pattern
    Forum: Main
    11-05-2019, 11:50 AM
    Replies: 4
    Views: 850
    Posted By cjr

    need new machine Juki HZLG220

    My 43 yr old machine has officially succombed to high usage. I am leaning towards buying a Juki HZLG220. Have you used this machine? What can you tell me about it? Does it need lots of repairs?...
    Forum: Main
    08-30-2019, 11:23 AM
    Replies: 21
    Views: 2,963
    Posted By cjr

    If you are a repurposing peerson ( thrift...

    If you are a repurposing peerson ( thrift shopper) look for table cloths, drapes & sheets. They offer much nore yardage and are usually very reasonable.Many people use large men's shirts or women;s...
    Forum: Main
    06-22-2019, 11:35 AM
    Replies: 31
    Views: 10,691
    Posted By cjr

    My Modern quilt guild did this last month....

    My Modern quilt guild did this last month. Batting comparisons. several board members contacted batting manufactures, obtained free samples & literature. Each speaker read up on merits of each...
    Forum: Main
    11-02-2018, 09:56 AM
    Replies: 21
    Views: 2,212
    Posted By cjr

    I pre was all my fabrics. Set washer on gentle or...

    I pre was all my fabrics. Set washer on gentle or fine cycle. Much less tangling of strips. I have also found laying pieces flat on top of dryer before putting in to get out wrinkles. I keep scissors...
    Forum: General Chit-Chat (non-quilting talk)
    10-08-2018, 11:44 AM
    Replies: 14
    Views: 1,785
    Posted By cjr

    Find something really unique. I have found shows...

    Find something really unique. I have found shows before payday the 15 & 30 of the month have less sales then those right after pay day. Also accept credit cards. Point out what makes your things...
    Forum: General Chit-Chat (non-quilting talk)
    09-06-2018, 08:12 AM
    Replies: 30
    Views: 2,870
    Posted By cjr

    I became aware of this about a year ago. All...

    I became aware of this about a year ago. All brands have gone smaller
    Also some newspapers.
    Forum: Main
    07-30-2018, 09:31 AM
    Replies: 17
    Views: 3,168
    Posted By cjr

    I have washed tops & blocks that I've acquired...

    I have washed tops & blocks that I've acquired that were made by some one else. I do not know where they have been or what they came in contact with. For medical reasons I pre wash all fabrics as...
    Forum: For Vintage & Antique Machine Enthusiasts
    06-21-2018, 11:03 AM
    Replies: 5
    Views: 3,200
    Posted By cjr

    Do not know what those are, --- I have a 778,...

    Do not know what those are, --- I have a 778, purchased brand new in 1976. Gets very heavy use, my primary sewing machine. It is a work horse. 3 things - Do not over wind bobbin, keep bobbin area...
    Forum: Main
    06-16-2018, 10:53 AM
    Replies: 20
    Views: 3,750
    Posted By cjr

    I have to prewash all fabrics due to medical...

    I have to prewash all fabrics due to medical conditions. Use a gentle cycle on washing machine. I do a lot of scrap quilting & have aquired fabrics from other quilters that are odd shapes, I prewash...
    Forum: QuiltingBoard Challenges & Contests
    05-19-2018, 08:11 AM
    Replies: 229
    Views: 35,742
    Posted By cjr

    I hope to finish sorting scraps by Summer's end....

    I hope to finish sorting scraps by Summer's end. Way way to many. I did use older 3" strips last month. Made 4 NICU quilts for our MQG. No pics.
    Forum: Main
    03-26-2018, 09:43 AM
    Replies: 19
    Views: 2,286
    Posted By cjr

    hearts & flowers, alternating rows.

    hearts & flowers, alternating rows.
    Forum: Main
    01-25-2018, 11:47 AM
    Replies: 23
    Views: 4,930
    Posted By cjr

    As for the pencil markings -- There is an eraser...

    As for the pencil markings -- There is an eraser for fabric that will get them off. I bought it years ago so do not know the brand. A soft tan artist eraser probably will work also.
    Forum: Main
    09-26-2017, 09:23 AM
    Replies: 18
    Views: 2,427
    Posted By cjr

    sew buttons on. Runner takes 1 yd of fabric....

    sew buttons on. Runner takes 1 yd of fabric. Current quilt shop fabric prices are upwards of $12.00 yd. Do not under price your self. Minium wage is $10.00 per hr.
    Forum: Main
    09-26-2017, 09:17 AM
    Replies: 47
    Views: 55,484
    Posted By cjr

    I sandwhich insulbrite between cotton quilt...

    I sandwhich insulbrite between cotton quilt batting then pretty cover on outside. DO NOT QUILT INSULBRITE. heat comes thru the holes. The binding holds the insulbrite in just fine.
    Forum: For Vintage & Antique Machine Enthusiasts
    09-14-2017, 10:45 AM
    Replies: 3
    Views: 1,053
    Posted By cjr

    I sew on a 778 regularly. Mine is a work horse....

    I sew on a 778 regularly. Mine is a work horse. I LOVE It. It needs lots of oil , especially in bobbin area. Oil attracts lint. I clean mine with every bobbin change with a pipe cleaner. Also be...
    Forum: Main
    07-08-2017, 11:20 AM
    Replies: 12
    Views: 5,989
    Posted By cjr

    The Las Vegas Modern Quilt Guild does "Lottery"...

    The Las Vegas Modern Quilt Guild does "Lottery" blocks. Swap director demos block for that month. Following month all who participate receive 1 ticket per block made. Numbers drawn. Winner goes home...
    Forum: General Chit-Chat (non-quilting talk)
    07-05-2017, 10:51 AM
    Replies: 18
    Views: 1,090
    Posted By cjr

    Air & Space Mueseum, Japanese American gardens...

    Air & Space Mueseum, Japanese American gardens (free),Pacific Fabrics near downtown
    Forum: For Vintage & Antique Machine Enthusiasts
    09-19-2016, 12:41 PM
    Replies: 9
    Views: 1,910
    Posted By cjr

    My first machine in 1962 was a Riccar. I used it...

    My first machine in 1962 was a Riccar. I used it for about 13 1/2 yrs. Very happy I traded it for a Singer 778 that is still my primary machine. The Riccar had many problems and was not fun to use,....
    Forum: Member Swaps and Round/Row Robins
    08-04-2016, 10:08 AM
    Replies: 57
    Views: 4,370
    Posted By cjr

    contacted my partner

    contacted my partner
    Forum: Member Swaps and Round/Row Robins
    08-04-2016, 09:56 AM
    Replies: 47
    Views: 3,297
    Posted By cjr

    Block mailed to joycerowell (June swap )...

    Block mailed to joycerowell (June swap ) yesterday and Hope Harris (july swap)
    Forum: Pictures
    08-02-2016, 07:46 AM
    Replies: 102
    Views: 97,595
    Posted By cjr

    6 point stars are made with either a 60 degree...

    6 point stars are made with either a 60 degree triangle or 60 degree diamond ruler. If you use the triangle. the bottom of the star can be pieced before cutting, much easier then piecing triangles....
    Forum: For Vintage & Antique Machine Enthusiasts
    07-31-2016, 11:52 AM
    Replies: 18
    Views: 5,462
    Posted By cjr

    I have used a touch & sew for 40 years - my daily...

    I have used a touch & sew for 40 years - my daily go to machine. Two things - Bobbin has 2 indents that must fit in bobbin case. Also do not over fill do not go past last white circle. Before you...
    Forum: Member Swaps and Round/Row Robins
    04-16-2016, 10:28 AM
    Replies: 2,446
    Views: 181,795
    Posted By cjr

    mailed yesterday at local PO. It was very busy...

    mailed yesterday at local PO. It was very busy because of IRS tax deadline. Sorry for the lateness on some of these.

    ljpTexas Jan block mailed yesterday.

    MonaG Feb block mailed yesterday.
    ...
    Forum: Member Swaps and Round/Row Robins
    02-25-2016, 09:37 AM
    Replies: 2,446
    Views: 181,795
    Posted By cjr

    I received a gorgous castle block from oksewnsew,...

    I received a gorgous castle block from oksewnsew, our fearless leader. It is really cool and very creative. She paper pieced it which I do not do. Thank you so very much Jean. If you photo it please...
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