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    Search: Posts Made By: kellen46
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    Forum: General Chit-Chat (non-quilting talk)
    12-07-2016, 08:51 AM
    Replies: 32
    Views: 7,408
    Posted By kellen46

    Here is a trick I learned eons ago....does anyone...

    Here is a trick I learned eons ago....does anyone do this before putting lettuce away? take the lettuce stemside down and give it a good bang on the countertop. This will loosen the whole stem...
    Forum: Main
    12-03-2016, 08:28 AM
    Replies: 11
    Views: 2,623
    Posted By kellen46

    I buy fabric from them often, the quality is...

    I buy fabric from them often, the quality is always good. Maybe the pattern is last years wow, but that is unimportant to me. I buy what my fancy strikes me...no problems with any of my purchases,...
    Forum: General Chit-Chat (non-quilting talk)
    11-17-2016, 09:09 AM
    Replies: 45
    Views: 6,152
    Posted By kellen46

    Yes to the baking soda, dawn combo....I do not...

    Yes to the baking soda, dawn combo....I do not have an exhaust fan nor an automatic dishwasher...but I do this when I wash my dishes by hand. I have well water that is somewhat acidic due to the fact...
    Forum: General Chit-Chat (non-quilting talk)
    10-31-2016, 07:22 AM
    Replies: 45
    Views: 6,152
    Posted By kellen46

    I am going to suggest an old fashioned...

    I am going to suggest an old fashioned cleaner...baking soda. Baking soda works wonders on grease. I use it to clean the oven. I just make a bit of a paste with soda and water and if possible let it...
    Forum: General Chit-Chat (non-quilting talk)
    10-06-2016, 08:12 AM
    Replies: 8
    Views: 1,750
    Posted By kellen46

    Dharmatrading.com has apron blanks made from a...

    Dharmatrading.com has apron blanks made from a heavy weight cotton....and then the dye to make them the exact shade of yellow you want. Dyeing is very easy and not messy...done in ziplock bags. A...
    Forum: Links and Resources
    09-15-2016, 09:01 AM
    Replies: 19
    Views: 6,001
    Posted By kellen46

    Thumbs down WARNING While Thimble arts is a legit website and...

    WARNING While Thimble arts is a legit website and a good company this link leads to a suspicious site that is probably not legit and maybe harmful. Proceed with caution and link in to thimble arts...
    Forum: Pictures
    09-06-2016, 09:41 AM
    Replies: 29
    Views: 6,684
    Posted By kellen46

    I love these triangle frenzy patterns. It seems...

    I love these triangle frenzy patterns. It seems like any border print , large or small will give some amazing effects. The one with the roses is especially attractive, but I really like them both.
    Forum: Pictures
    09-06-2016, 09:37 AM
    Replies: 46
    Views: 5,815
    Posted By kellen46

    this is a great looking quilt. Just to pass on...

    this is a great looking quilt. Just to pass on some color mixing knowledge I received long ago....all reds will go together if you add in some orange-red in the mix and all greens will go together if...
    Forum: For Vintage & Antique Machine Enthusiasts
    07-31-2016, 04:32 AM
    Replies: 16
    Views: 15,177
    Posted By kellen46

    I have and love to sew on a 830R. Have you...

    I have and love to sew on a 830R. Have you checked the max/min slider on the front of the machine? It does control the speed at which the machine sews. It is on the bottom front of the machine, could...
    Forum: Main
    07-28-2016, 08:03 AM
    Replies: 14
    Views: 12,724
    Posted By kellen46

    The problem with this is that the alcohol dries...

    The problem with this is that the alcohol dries very quickly. You would have to work very fast in small increments to get the bleed effect. As for which alcohol to use I have found rubbing alcohol...
    Forum: Main
    07-02-2016, 08:16 AM
    Replies: 44
    Views: 12,036
    Posted By kellen46

    I save batting scraps down to one inch in width....

    I save batting scraps down to one inch in width. Narrow one inch pieces are used in handles for tote bags. It makes the handles more firm. All the rest are zig zaged together for smaller projects,...
    Forum: Pictures
    06-18-2016, 08:43 AM
    Replies: 35
    Views: 5,331
    Posted By kellen46

    Hand dyeing is not hard or messy

    First I get all my supplies, dye, soda ash, rtd blanks and fabric from www. Dharmatrading.com the rest
    zip lock bags and salt I get from the grocery store...also I bought some cat litter trays from...
    Forum: For Vintage & Antique Machine Enthusiasts
    06-12-2016, 07:03 AM
    Replies: 13
    Views: 25,433
    Posted By kellen46

    I have this machine, bought new in 1973. It still...

    I have this machine, bought new in 1973. It still works well even though I have sewed enough on it to go to the moon and back. I would recommend you find a good service technician to have the inner...
    Forum: Main
    06-08-2016, 07:04 AM
    Replies: 24
    Views: 20,953
    Posted By kellen46

    I used to be a staunch Bernina supporter but the...

    I used to be a staunch Bernina supporter but the 880 cured me of that. I always loved the way the Bernina made a perfect stitch but that was not enough for me with the 880. I found the one I had to...
    Forum: General Chit-Chat (non-quilting talk)
    05-30-2016, 09:04 AM
    Replies: 64
    Views: 6,531
    Posted By kellen46

    Maybe it's me or true somehow but I keep getting...

    Maybe it's me or true somehow but I keep getting these scam calls informing me of various troubles or a health warning and it seems to be the same voice. It is a man's voice, vaguely Pakistani-ish,...
    Forum: General Chit-Chat (non-quilting talk)
    05-05-2016, 08:42 AM
    Replies: 6
    Views: 2,125
    Posted By kellen46

    thrifty source for dish towels

    If you are looking for a thrifty way get some dish towels for embroidery, then consider looking for some good quality damask table cloths at your local thrift shop. I find nice ones for three or four...
    Forum: Main
    04-12-2016, 08:38 AM
    Replies: 28
    Views: 10,303
    Posted By kellen46

    I hear you and agree

    :thumbup:I purchased a Bernina 830 about 3 years ago with some inheritance $$$ from my mother, who instilled my love for sewing. I have been sooo disappointed

    I was always a big Bernina booster,...
    Forum: Main
    04-01-2016, 05:52 PM
    Replies: 20
    Views: 6,819
    Posted By kellen46

    Also they have a great selection of silk scarves...

    Also they have a great selection of silk scarves and shawls...so pretty when dyed and make a great inexpensive gift.
    Forum: Main
    04-01-2016, 05:50 PM
    Replies: 20
    Views: 6,819
    Posted By kellen46

    Everything at Dharma is Ready to dye....and the...

    Everything at Dharma is Ready to dye....and the supplies are low cost. I really like the procion dyes. They are pigment rich and are very permanent and non fading. I have Tees that I dye years ago...
    Forum: Main
    04-01-2016, 07:50 AM
    Replies: 20
    Views: 6,819
    Posted By kellen46

    Red face here is my go to place for all things dyeable

    Every year I do a long weekend dye-fest. I do fabric, for myself, and all kinds of clothing, tees and hoodies for kids and grandkids. For all my supplies I go to Dharma Trading. They have everything...
    Forum: Main
    02-06-2016, 09:22 AM
    Replies: 13
    Views: 17,073
    Posted By kellen46

    Here is a quick free fix for not having a walking...

    Here is a quick free fix for not having a walking foot. Simply lift the fabric along the seam just a scooch off the surface of the machine as you sew the seam. The push/pull of the feed dogs cannot...
    Forum: Pictures
    11-15-2015, 07:37 AM
    Replies: 31
    Views: 5,795
    Posted By kellen46

    I played a lot with these patterns this...

    I played a lot with these patterns this summer...so much fun and far easier than you would think. I liked it so much I searched my stash for some border prints to use in the future...I found a lot...
    Forum: Main
    11-11-2015, 08:28 AM
    Replies: 57
    Views: 9,652
    Posted By kellen46

    I am here to say that boys of any age do love to...

    I am here to say that boys of any age do love to get quilts. I am the mother of sons and five, now grown, grandsons. They love to get quilts, ask for quilts, and use their quilts. They may not get...
    Forum: Main
    11-02-2015, 06:53 AM
    Replies: 55
    Views: 9,327
    Posted By kellen46

    I have owned both types of Bernina 830 machine

    As for the older 830 Record it is a great machine and I will never give it up. As for the new computerized 830 the story does not end happily. I found the big new 830 to be a real picky princess of...
    Forum: Main
    10-30-2015, 08:37 AM
    Replies: 17
    Views: 3,037
    Posted By kellen46

    Amazon is where I got mine. Famixyal Top Quality...

    Amazon is where I got mine. Famixyal Top Quality Novelty 25 Pcs 3# Length 24cm 9 inch DIY Nylon Coil Flower Zipper Lace Zippers. less than $8 for a big bundle of nine inch zips...just right for bags.
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