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    Forum: Main
    10-10-2013, 05:40 AM
    Replies: 13
    Views: 2,007
    Posted By pllboyer

    Grab it up!

    Grab it up!
    Forum: Main
    10-07-2013, 06:05 AM
    Replies: 17
    Views: 1,799
    Posted By pllboyer

    I have the small Rowenta and like it very much;...

    I have the small Rowenta and like it very much; however, it does not have an auto shut off and in my senile state sometimes forget to shut it off!!!!
    Forum: Main
    10-07-2013, 05:57 AM
    Replies: 9
    Views: 954
    Posted By pllboyer

    It's a great shop - customer service is...

    It's a great shop - customer service is outstanding. Those guys have a really good eye for color and are extremely nice.
    Forum: Main
    10-07-2013, 05:55 AM
    Replies: 9
    Views: 954
    Posted By pllboyer

    The 3 Dudes is one of the best!!!

    The 3 Dudes is one of the best!!!
    Forum: Main
    08-29-2013, 06:10 AM
    Replies: 44
    Views: 7,153
    Posted By pllboyer

    I've had 3 Bernina's and have been very satisfied...

    I've had 3 Bernina's and have been very satisfied with each. Currently have the 430 with embroidery module. It sews beautifully - like others service is so important. I don't skimp on getting mine...
    Forum: Main
    08-16-2013, 04:40 AM
    Replies: 55
    Views: 6,711
    Posted By pllboyer

    I love mine also - also like the seam ripper with...

    I love mine also - also like the seam ripper with rubberized end (don't remember the brand) for taking out those pesky little threads after ripping. Got mine at my local quilting store.
    Forum: Main
    02-18-2013, 06:42 AM
    Replies: 12
    Views: 1,421
    Posted By pllboyer

    I use a WAHL moustache trimmer for ripping -...

    I use a WAHL moustache trimmer for ripping - about $13 at Walmart.
    Forum: Main
    07-30-2012, 04:41 AM
    Replies: 69
    Views: 8,984
    Posted By pllboyer

    Another one is looking high and low for a missing...

    Another one is looking high and low for a missing piece to finally find it stuck to you someplace and it's really hard to see if it's on your backside!!!!!!!
    Forum: Main
    07-09-2012, 07:53 AM
    Replies: 10
    Views: 1,403
    Posted By pllboyer

    http://www.allfreesewing.com has lots of free...

    http://www.allfreesewing.com has lots of free patterns and usually says if they are "beginner"
    "intermediate" or "advanced. I love this site.
    Forum: Main
    06-28-2012, 10:16 AM
    Replies: 16
    Views: 1,575
    Posted By pllboyer

    Ironing on a dryer sheet also will remove...

    Ironing on a dryer sheet also will remove stickies.
    Forum: Main
    06-26-2012, 05:15 PM
    Replies: 49
    Views: 10,882
    Posted By pllboyer

    I like them especially for holding binding while...

    I like them especially for holding binding while I hand stitch it. jhittle sewing has them at a pretty good price.
    Forum: Main
    06-26-2012, 05:12 PM
    Replies: 86
    Views: 8,020
    Posted By pllboyer

    I make trivets out of them especially the smaller...

    I make trivets out of them especially the smaller ones. There are some great free trivet patterns on line. For bigger blocks I've put borders or sashing around them and made an "under the sewing...
    Forum: Main
    12-02-2011, 05:03 PM
    Replies: 87
    Views: 9,074
    Posted By pllboyer

    Invest in a Wahl battery powered moustache...

    Invest in a Wahl battery powered moustache t$12-rimmer. Makes quick work of ripping. About $12 to $15 at Walmart. It is really slick!!
    Forum: Main
    11-07-2011, 03:11 PM
    Replies: 32
    Views: 2,657
    Posted By pllboyer

    I can't live without a WAHL moustache trimmer for...

    I can't live without a WAHL moustache trimmer for ripping seams. It takes the work out of unsewing!!
    Forum: Main
    10-13-2011, 04:00 AM
    Replies: 59
    Views: 5,110
    Posted By pllboyer

    I agree with the basics being cutter, mat,...

    I agree with the basics being cutter, mat, scissors, ruler, and seam ripper. Seems like (especially if you are picky about lining seams up) the seam ripper is used a lot particularly at first. A...
    Forum: Main
    10-06-2011, 02:57 AM
    Replies: 82
    Views: 9,094
    Posted By pllboyer

    It is beautiful. Reminds me of some my Mom made....

    It is beautiful. Reminds me of some my Mom made. Tears to my eyes!
    Forum: Main
    04-28-2011, 08:56 AM
    Replies: 50
    Views: 5,454
    Posted By pllboyer

    I make sure I have the same weight in top and...

    I make sure I have the same weight in top and bottom - also rethread from start to finish including a different bobbin. Sometimes these mechanical marvels can stress a person to the limit. I was...
    Forum: Main
    04-28-2011, 08:56 AM
    Replies: 50
    Views: 5,454
    Posted By pllboyer

    I make sure I have the same weight in top and...

    I make sure I have the same weight in top and bottom - also rethread from start to finish including a different bobbin. Sometimes these mechanical marvels can stress a person to the limit. I was...
    Forum: Main
    04-28-2011, 08:50 AM
    Replies: 1,070
    Views: 69,668
    Posted By pllboyer

    I'm 69 years young! Have so much fabric must...

    I'm 69 years young! Have so much fabric must live to be at least 90 to get it all sewed!!!!
    Forum: Main
    03-31-2011, 05:03 AM
    Replies: 83
    Views: 9,808
    Posted By pllboyer

    I have used the process described by Heather...

    I have used the process described by Heather Bailey in her tutorial at the following link: heatherbaileydesign.com/HB_QuiltBinding.pdf and it has made the process so much easier. I've looked at...
    Forum: Main
    02-15-2011, 05:29 AM
    Replies: 95
    Views: 12,487
    Posted By pllboyer

    My daughter about had a stroke when I allowed my...

    My daughter about had a stroke when I allowed my grandaughter who was about 9 to sew on my new Bernina. I had an old Singer but it was tempermental and wanted her to have a good experience. I...
    Forum: Main
    02-04-2011, 07:06 AM
    Replies: 146
    Views: 14,586
    Posted By pllboyer

    The Wahl moustache trimmer from Wally world -...

    The Wahl moustache trimmer from Wally world - about $12 - works so well.
    Forum: Main
    02-04-2011, 07:03 AM
    Replies: 146
    Views: 14,586
    Posted By pllboyer

    The Wahl moustache trimmer from Wally world -...

    The Wahl moustache trimmer from Wally world - about $12 - works so well.
    Forum: Main
    02-04-2011, 07:02 AM
    Replies: 146
    Views: 14,586
    Posted By pllboyer

    Try getting a Wahl moustache trimmer at Wally...

    Try getting a Wahl moustache trimmer at Wally World - about $12 - it makes ripping so much easier and I can tell you I seem to need to do that a lot - maybe senior moments or something!!
    Forum: Main
    12-16-2010, 03:54 PM
    Replies: 11
    Views: 2,513
    Posted By pllboyer

    Since I am somewhat of a techtard, don't know how...

    Since I am somewhat of a techtard, don't know how to use you tube. I lay my fabric flat (usually) and then just lift the top piece and whiz down the stitching. At a recent retreat the gals nearly...
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