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Forum: Main
08-19-2011, 12:57 PM
Replies: 83
Views: 16,253
Posted By Subee

I have a very small laundry area (more of a large...

I have a very small laundry area (more of a large closet).
I am able to stand 4 yes 4! batting rolls alongside of the dryer. I keep large plastic bags on the bottom half in case of washer overflow...
Forum: Main
05-30-2011, 05:39 AM
Replies: 175
Views: 14,244
Posted By Subee

My scrap quilts are made from leftovers (fabric...

My scrap quilts are made from leftovers (fabric and batting) of other quilts.
I still consider them free quilts.

BUT that said...$600 in materials for a Queen/King is normal. That does not...
Forum: Main
05-18-2011, 01:19 PM
Replies: 126
Views: 21,173
Posted By Subee

Somewhere I bought wooden inserts to slide inside...

Somewhere I bought wooden inserts to slide inside those larger spools. They must have been inexpensive as I bought a couple.
XOXOXO Subee

These are not the cones. I have a cone holder but these...
Forum: Main
05-14-2011, 08:51 AM
Replies: 180
Views: 16,514
Posted By Subee

I am sure your shelves are NOT too deep for...

I am sure your shelves are NOT too deep for plastic containers. Make sure you get see through containers or some large labels. Sort by fabric style/color/size. I would kill for more shelving!
Subee...
Forum: Main
04-04-2011, 07:07 AM
Replies: 67
Views: 9,920
Posted By Subee

I use a real long pair of tweezers to help close...

I use a real long pair of tweezers to help close the pin. No sore fingers. I also add many pins and then close them all at the same time.
Add a label to that corner as if you meant to.
XOXOXO Subee
Forum: Main
04-01-2011, 01:23 PM
Replies: 154
Views: 18,494
Posted By Subee

I do have this program and it does make accurate...

I do have this program and it does make accurate HST's. But I like scrappy quilts and so do not use this method very often.
Forum: Main
04-01-2011, 12:13 PM
Replies: 154
Views: 18,494
Posted By Subee

I prep my fabric with starch so the bias edges in...

I prep my fabric with starch so the bias edges in the center seam are more stable. I also used to make them bigger than square them up. "sliver trimming" is tedious but it will help you until you get...
Forum: Main
03-30-2011, 12:45 PM
Replies: 45
Views: 6,892
Posted By Subee

I was just at a new LQS and their red batik...

I was just at a new LQS and their red batik selection was awesome...
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260-676-2149
e-mail: [email protected]

XOXOXO Subee
Forum: Main
03-25-2011, 10:52 AM
Replies: 72
Views: 9,720
Posted By Subee

The smallest I save is "EVERYTHING". I have a...

The smallest I save is "EVERYTHING". I have a nice container next to the machine that collects all odd shapes for paper piecing Pineapple blocks. These blocks are 5" and have 45 pieces in each block....
Forum: Main
03-25-2011, 10:44 AM
Replies: 95
Views: 8,396
Posted By Subee

I name my machines. I know it may sound silly....

I name my machines. I know it may sound silly. But I cannot help it!
My 1937 Featherweight is called "Sissy".
My white/green Featherweight is called "Lily".
My Singer XL1000 is called "Em".
My...
Forum: Main
03-13-2011, 08:58 AM
Replies: 90
Views: 10,307
Posted By Subee

My favorite seam ripper was a gift to me from a...

My favorite seam ripper was a gift to me from a quilting friend. It is brass and very thin yet almost as long as a pencil. It came with a matching stilleto. I have been using it for 15+ years and it...
Forum: Main
03-06-2011, 10:51 AM
Replies: 136
Views: 19,567
Posted By Subee

I have used the "Just can't Cut It" book too....

I have used the "Just can't Cut It" book too. Easy for BEAUTIFUL fabric
Forum: Main
03-05-2011, 11:04 AM
Replies: 136
Views: 19,567
Posted By Subee

I made a couple when I was brand spanking new to...

I made a couple when I was brand spanking new to quilting. It was fun and easy and the pieces were quite large. I am now an achomplished piecer who loves teeny tiny patches of fabric. But this...
Forum: Main
03-03-2011, 03:08 PM
Replies: 48
Views: 7,775
Posted By Subee

NO! I had a very bad experience with a LA...

NO! I had a very bad experience with a LA trimming the six quilts I brought her and she must have had a senior moment. Backing was too short on one...like it was still stretched on the frame...then...
Forum: Main
02-25-2011, 12:33 PM
Replies: 232
Views: 17,159
Posted By Subee

My cats (5) all do different things with my...

My cats (5) all do different things with my sewing. All of them like thread. Thread can kill!!!!!!!!!!!!

3 years ago on a New Years Eve I was settling down for some quality time of hand quilting....
Forum: Main
02-19-2011, 03:06 PM
Replies: 136
Views: 13,279
Posted By Subee

I LOVE batiks...they finger press...

I LOVE batiks...they finger press beautifully,they smell wonderful, they do not fray, they have no "wrong" side, each yard is unique, they do not shrink.
Only bad side...they SHOULD be pre-washed as...
Forum: Main
02-09-2011, 04:21 PM
Replies: 241
Views: 19,403
Posted By Subee

Quilting is a learning experience. I have been...

Quilting is a learning experience. I have been quilting for 30 years and I get better with every quilt I make.
You NEED a goal and to stretch yourself. Keep plugging away and watch the experienced...
Forum: Main
02-03-2011, 11:37 AM
Replies: 100
Views: 12,221
Posted By Subee

Where can I find that pattern? Love the colors....

Where can I find that pattern?
Love the colors.
Perfect for me!
Subee
Forum: Main
01-30-2011, 11:42 AM
Replies: 73
Views: 10,020
Posted By Subee

I also had that problem in the beginning. My...

I also had that problem in the beginning. My first quilt (queen size) involved three trips to replenish my major fabric. That really affected how I then bought fabric. I started buying BOLTS of...
Forum: Main
01-26-2011, 11:04 AM
Replies: 65
Views: 8,995
Posted By Subee

I have the Janome 6600P. My sewing repair man...

I have the Janome 6600P. My sewing repair man says all we need to do is use a small paintbrush to remove lint and add one (and only one!) drop of oil to the wick in the center of the bobbin holder....
Forum: Main
01-03-2011, 06:15 PM
Replies: 3
Views: 1,813
Posted By Subee

I ordered a bolt of Ecology Muslin a few years...

I ordered a bolt of Ecology Muslin a few years ago.

http://www.bellwetherdrygoods.com/services.html

It has a firmer body before washing. A great unbleached color.

you can buy it in smaller...
Forum: Main
12-29-2010, 10:04 AM
Replies: 179
Views: 12,695
Posted By Subee

I sew everyday. If I do not I get weird...not...

I sew everyday. If I do not I get weird...not depressed...but I feel unfulfilled.
I will be sewing on Bonnie Hunter's current Mystery called Roll, Roll Cotton Boll.
XOXOXO Subee...
Forum: Main
12-29-2010, 09:58 AM
Replies: 201
Views: 21,466
Posted By Subee

I have many fabrics here in my home on bolts. I...

I have many fabrics here in my home on bolts. I will simply zoom through a few bolts ripping off a section or FQ's worth of fabric. I prefer the fabric to be torn. It gets it on straight of grain.
I...
Forum: Main
12-21-2010, 11:16 AM
Replies: 134
Views: 47,960
Posted By Subee

Of the few "commissioned" quilts I have made I...

Of the few "commissioned" quilts I have made I have had the buyers actually buy the fabric and then I charged 2 times that cost. No complaints at all.
Subee
http://www.subeesews.com
Forum: Main
12-19-2010, 11:11 AM
Replies: 46
Views: 7,633
Posted By Subee

I have my fabric by color in drawers and...

I have my fabric by color in drawers and containers.
But the best thing I do is:
I have drawers of precut strips by color. If I feel like sewing all I need to do is go grab some strips.
the sizes...
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