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Forum: Main
02-08-2024, 01:18 PM
Replies: 13
Views: 1,534
Posted By Marcy J.

Straight of Grain

I am at a loss as to how to get my fabric on the straight of grain. I have torn the edges but if I put selvages together the edges do not meet. I need a yard of the fabric but if I keep cleaning...
Forum: Main
01-27-2024, 01:47 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 999
Posted By Marcy J.

pinwheel block

I am having a problem getting all the points to match in the center of the pinwheel block. Any help will be appreciated.
Forum: Main
09-01-2023, 09:41 AM
Replies: 7
Views: 1,351
Posted By Marcy J.

Bloc Loc rulers

I have cut and lost several half square triangles trying to use the Bloc Loc rulers. I do not know where to put the ruler itself on the fabric piece. Can someone explain in detail how to use these...
Forum: Main
05-31-2023, 09:41 AM
Replies: 17
Views: 2,109
Posted By Marcy J.

I have a Janome 8200 QC and it is a 9mm stitch...

I have a Janome 8200 QC and it is a 9mm stitch machine and the foot listed above would not work.
Forum: General Chit-Chat (non-quilting talk)
07-28-2022, 05:36 AM
Replies: 3
Views: 1,758
Posted By Marcy J.

Bonnie Hunter

Does anyone know what happened to Bonnie Hunter. Her Quiltville site indicates that she has some injuries thay keep her from quilting.
Forum: Main
06-16-2022, 10:46 AM
Replies: 8
Views: 1,336
Posted By Marcy J.

3Yard Quilts

I purchased a kit from Fabric Cafe. Measured the length of each piece which was 37". Washed as I do all my quilting fabric and it shrunk to 35" After straitening the edges I have 34 and 1/2" to...
Forum: Main
06-14-2022, 06:33 AM
Replies: 5
Views: 881
Posted By Marcy J.

Closing opening on potholders

I have been sewing potholders for several years. Yesterday I put two together but am having a lot of trouble closing the opening that is left for turning inside out. Should I trim batting or cut...
Forum: Main
04-27-2022, 11:39 AM
Replies: 10
Views: 1,611
Posted By Marcy J.

First, the front and back were cut at 8 1/2" but...

First, the front and back were cut at 8 1/2" but after quilting, they measured 8 1/4". (Not a big problem) When sewing the zipper to the pieces with soft and stable it would not lay flat - too much...
Forum: Main
04-25-2022, 10:01 AM
Replies: 10
Views: 1,611
Posted By Marcy J.

I had trouble sewing in the zipper, the top...

I had trouble sewing in the zipper, the top stitching after the lining was attached, and turning the bag inside out.
Forum: Main
04-25-2022, 06:16 AM
Replies: 10
Views: 1,611
Posted By Marcy J.

Soft and Stable

Has anyone had experience with Soft and Stable. I made a zipper pouch yesterday and it was not easy to work with. What hints have you to provide when working with this product? I did use a 90...
Forum: Main
04-14-2022, 11:50 AM
Replies: 4
Views: 712
Posted By Marcy J.

More Quilting After Quilt is washed

I washed a baby quilt I completed and my question is whether I can add more quilting in some spots. The pattern is Mary Johnson Strip quilt (which I have made several times before and had no problems...
Forum: Main
03-05-2022, 08:13 AM
Replies: 37
Views: 3,416
Posted By Marcy J.

My Creative Room

My Creative Room
Forum: Main
11-25-2021, 10:21 AM
Replies: 16
Views: 2,007
Posted By Marcy J.

Snowball and square in a square blocks

I have trouble with piecing these blocks. The corners never come out right. I usually have to unsew and do again. Does anyone have any help they can share?
Forum: Main
08-28-2021, 11:50 AM
Replies: 11
Views: 1,395
Posted By Marcy J.

UFO question

I do not know how to send a picture of my UFO. I pieced the top at least seven years ago and cannot find the interest to putt it together with batting and backing. It is one of Nancy Zieman's...
Forum: Main
08-27-2021, 01:36 PM
Replies: 10
Views: 2,810
Posted By Marcy J.

Three Yard Quilts

Has anyone made a quilt from Donna Robertson's 3-yard quilts books? Is there just enough fabric for the patterns or can you count on some left over. I would like to make the quilt a little bigger,...
Forum: Main
07-24-2021, 01:50 PM
Replies: 42
Views: 6,076
Posted By Marcy J.

Piecing with 1 1/2" squares

Lori Holt uses a lot of 1 1/2" squares for the 6" blocks in her tutorials. I really love to watch her and have tried a few blocks just for fun. However I find it difficult to work with 1 1/2"...
Forum: Main
07-19-2021, 11:41 AM
Replies: 5
Views: 1,212
Posted By Marcy J.

3 yard quilts

I have several of Donna Robertson 3 yard quilt books. It is mentioned in every book, to be sure the fabric is no less than 42"wide after selvages are removed. I have checked a couple of pieces and...
Forum: Mission: Organization
04-27-2021, 01:06 PM
Replies: 26
Views: 8,564
Posted By Marcy J.

Trouble making decisions

I am having a difficult time making decisions regarding what to keep as far as my scraps, blocks that I practiced on, patterns I thought I would sometimes make and probably never will considering my...
Forum: Main
04-10-2021, 03:10 PM
Replies: 27
Views: 2,853
Posted By Marcy J.

Start/Stop button

Was wondering if those who have a start/stop button on their machines use it. I have a Janome and just started using it. Cannot see what the advantages are in using it.
Forum: Main
03-05-2021, 08:02 AM
Replies: 5
Views: 942
Posted By Marcy J.

Clover Rotary Cutter

Can I use the Clover Rotary Cutter on any cutting mat or do I need to use the green Clover Mat. I am trying to get my sewing room in order and need to decide what to keep and what to donate. I have...
Forum: Main
01-17-2021, 06:51 AM
Replies: 3
Views: 564
Posted By Marcy J.

Wool Pressing Mats

I have read many posts regarding wool pressing mats. It is all positive. However I have a question as to the costs of various manufactures. Not considering the size, they can range from $20 to over...
Forum: Main
10-25-2020, 03:17 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 998
Posted By Marcy J.

What chair with lumbar support for sewing machine

I spend a lot of time at my sewing machine as I am sure you all do. I am looking for a chair with lumbar support and is ergonomic Since there are many opinions on sewing machines and other items...
Forum: Main
05-04-2020, 11:38 AM
Replies: 8
Views: 3,790
Posted By Marcy J.

silver fabric for Pot Holders Backing

Does anyone have a source for the silver fabric used as backing for pot holders. Cannot remember what is really called. Thanks in advance.
Forum: Main
10-30-2019, 11:06 AM
Replies: 29
Views: 4,128
Posted By Marcy J.

Straight stitch plate

I have a Janome 8200 Horizon with a single hole stitch plate. It is not difficult to change plates, but if you forget and want to move your needle or use a ZZ you break a needle.. How many of the...
Forum: Main
09-20-2019, 02:34 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 1,791
Posted By Marcy J.

Organ needles

I have several envelopes of organ needles. What does all the information listed on back of envelope refer to. I recognize the size of the needles but what about the other information. Example is...
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