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Forum: Main
09-03-2015, 02:53 AM
Replies: 17
Views: 4,744
Posted By sosew4fun

embroidery thread is almost always either rayon...

embroidery thread is almost always either rayon or polyester to give it the shine. I always use a pressing cloth
and watch the heat level of the iron. Just have it redone and press this way
Forum: Main
04-28-2015, 05:10 AM
Replies: 35
Views: 6,072
Posted By sosew4fun

Am wondering about using paper garment patterns...

Am wondering about using paper garment patterns for this. Haven't tried it but I have a drawer full of garment patterns
that will never be used again. It should tear off easily.
04-19-2015, 04:31 AM
Replies: 30
Views: 9,436
Posted By sosew4fun

You do beautiful work! I have done 33 stockings...

You do beautiful work! I have done 33 stockings to date, my family and all my siblings grand children as well. Love
doing them.
04-07-2015, 03:03 AM
Replies: 3,799
Views: 582,978
Posted By sosew4fun

My first was a Janome 350 which did a great job....

My first was a Janome 350 which did a great job. I now have a Brother PR600 and a PR620 which I use in a small
business from my home. Before buying need to decide what you want to produce and go...
Forum: Main
01-31-2015, 08:44 AM
Replies: 14
Views: 3,801
Posted By sosew4fun

My go to tools

I keep a pair of 5 or 6 inch tweezers and bent scissors and a magnetic wand (to pick up pins, needles scissors
at every machine... Yep all 4 of them! I get the magnetic wands at the automotive...
Forum: Main
09-18-2014, 03:03 AM
Replies: 43
Views: 5,789
Posted By sosew4fun

finger pressing

I use a small wall paper roller (designed to roll the edges of wallpaper seams). It is about an inch wide and
works very well for pressing seams.
Forum: Main
06-03-2014, 02:57 AM
Replies: 41
Views: 9,613
Posted By sosew4fun

Missouri Star Quilt co

DD and I visited MSQC yesterday. I have always been impressed with her videos and came away from
Hamilton, Mo very impressed. It is wonderful to see what a quilter's hobby has done for a sleepy...
Forum: Recipes
02-17-2014, 07:22 AM
Replies: 10
Views: 2,616
Posted By sosew4fun

This is a good taco soup 1 1/2 lbs ground beef...

This is a good taco soup
1 1/2 lbs ground beef or turkey, browned and drained
1 48 oz can tomato juice
1 can drained whole kernel corn
1 15 oz can ranch style beans ( I use reg. chili beans
1...
Forum: Main
12-23-2013, 04:05 AM
Replies: 43
Views: 6,310
Posted By sosew4fun

I do have the design wall you inquired about. It...

I do have the design wall you inquired about. It works very well, blocks stick to it . The screen is actually sturdy,the
only problem I see is lots of threads stick to it. Mine was originally hung...
Forum: Main
12-15-2013, 05:18 AM
Replies: 69
Views: 7,392
Posted By sosew4fun

I keep a small led flashlight beside all my...

I keep a small led flashlight beside all my machines. The light from it makes it so much easier especially on my
long arm and big embroidery machine.
Forum: Main
11-29-2013, 09:48 AM
Replies: 33
Views: 3,863
Posted By sosew4fun

I use the plastic match box car carriers found in...

I use the plastic match box car carriers found in the toy dept at walmart. they are sturdy and cheap but will hold spools on each side. I use mainly maderia thread and they fit the slots. Some other...
Forum: Main
11-07-2013, 04:35 AM
Replies: 28
Views: 7,133
Posted By sosew4fun

Considering the red snappers... How do you like...

Considering the red snappers... How do you like them, are they as easy it looks
Forum: Main
09-11-2013, 03:05 AM
Replies: 57
Views: 8,956
Posted By sosew4fun

For those with larger embroidery machines the...

For those with larger embroidery machines the magna hoops are wonderful. You don't have to hoop, heavy magnets
hold the quilt in place. Do need to support the weight of the quilt whether it is...
Forum: Main
08-23-2013, 04:41 AM
Replies: 30
Views: 7,142
Posted By sosew4fun

missouri star has a great tut for binding and...

missouri star has a great tut for binding and getting ends to match
Forum: Main
08-23-2013, 04:39 AM
Replies: 75
Views: 10,533
Posted By sosew4fun

just got a tin lizzie 18 and while am still...

just got a tin lizzie 18 and while am still learning.... love it already!
Forum: Main
05-20-2013, 07:42 AM
Replies: 63
Views: 6,729
Posted By sosew4fun

I have a similar one except that it hangs on the...

I have a similar one except that it hangs on the wall and unrolls like the old style roller blinds. It is not big enough for a queen (barely for a double). I have it over a door and pull it down to...
Forum: Main
04-07-2013, 03:39 AM
Replies: 57
Views: 6,140
Posted By sosew4fun

Be sure you have the presser foot UP when...

Be sure you have the presser foot UP when threading the upper thread. This allows the thread to got thru the
tensioners correctly. I have a mid-arm quilter and it does the same thing if I forget...
Forum: Main
07-20-2012, 03:19 AM
Replies: 70
Views: 9,798
Posted By sosew4fun

Visited the Nolting factory yesterday. I think...

Visited the Nolting factory yesterday. I think you will be very happy. The people there were fantastic and they will
be happy to answer any questions you may have.
Forum: Main
05-10-2012, 06:47 AM
Replies: 143
Views: 17,904
Posted By sosew4fun

when I bought my first embroidery machine I...

when I bought my first embroidery machine I commented that I wasn't sure I could justify the cost, the sales
lady asked if my husband always consulted and justified the cost of tools and fishing...
Forum: Main
10-24-2011, 03:03 AM
Replies: 94
Views: 8,170
Posted By sosew4fun

I have a large clear extension table on my...

I have a large clear extension table on my machine & have
put my folding ott light under it to use.
Forum: Main
10-24-2011, 03:03 AM
Replies: 94
Views: 8,170
Posted By sosew4fun

I have a large clear extension table on my...

I have a large clear extension table on my machine & have
put my folding ott light under it to use.
09-19-2011, 07:55 AM
Replies: 20
Views: 2,765
Posted By sosew4fun

The APQS quilt show in Des Moines is Sept 28 thru...

The APQS quilt show in Des Moines is Sept 28 thru Oct 1.
You can check the info at the APQS website. Or maybe
you were thinking of a different show...
I think I am going to go on Thurs Sept 29...
Forum: Main
08-20-2011, 04:22 AM
Replies: 169
Views: 11,524
Posted By sosew4fun

Yes, I go to a shop that she buys your excess...

Yes, I go to a shop that she buys your excess stash by the
yard, bolt or piece and resells it. She resells for $4 per yard
on bolts, some is cheaper. Also takes embroidery,stamping,
yarn. She...
Forum: Main
08-03-2011, 06:14 AM
Replies: 57
Views: 9,120
Posted By sosew4fun

It is called Watersorb. You can goggle and find a...

It is called Watersorb. You can goggle and find a site to
order it on line. A 4 lb pkg is about $34 with free shipping.
You only use 1 1/2 teaspoons per neck cooler so goes a long ways. After...
07-27-2011, 06:35 AM
Replies: 51
Views: 1,514
Posted By sosew4fun

Welcome from just nw of DesMoines. You will love...

Welcome from just nw of DesMoines. You will love this
board, lots of good information daily .
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