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    Forum: Main
    04-19-2020, 08:33 AM
    Replies: 5
    Views: 783
    Posted By FWLover

    Forgot to put in the brand. It is Alvin.

    Forgot to put in the brand. It is Alvin.
    Forum: Main
    04-17-2020, 07:21 PM
    Replies: 5
    Views: 783
    Posted By FWLover

    We just bought a great cutting mat we really...

    We just bought a great cutting mat we really like. You can get them from www.walmart.com in a lot of different sizes. They use them on counter for cutting in one of our local quilt stores.
    Forum: Main
    04-15-2020, 01:32 PM
    Replies: 11
    Views: 1,681
    Posted By FWLover

    You will probably get along ok with threads...

    You will probably get along ok with threads suggested on a log cabin. But I prefer ordering Presencia Brand 60 weight thread (which is finer) online from Red Rock Threads. This brand also comes in 50...
    Forum: Main
    03-17-2020, 05:41 PM
    Replies: 28
    Views: 5,464
    Posted By FWLover

    I cannot read the yellow ones. I like the Kay...

    I cannot read the yellow ones. I like the Kay England Good Rulers which are blue and pink.
    Forum: Main
    03-12-2020, 02:32 AM
    Replies: 4
    Views: 1,767
    Posted By FWLover

    Are you sure you got the the guide on the right...

    Are you sure you got the the guide on the right hooked over the the screw that sticks our from the post your needle goes into? It can be a tricky maneuver to get everything in the right place at the...
    Forum: Main
    03-12-2020, 02:16 AM
    Replies: 3
    Views: 1,273
    Posted By FWLover

    I like the Magna Glide Dellights. Just be sure...

    I like the Magna Glide Dellights. Just be sure when purchasing you get the right size bobbin. They come in 2 sizes.
    Forum: Main
    03-12-2020, 02:14 AM
    Replies: 16
    Views: 6,230
    Posted By FWLover

    I upgraded my Bernina 880 to a Plus and love it...

    I upgraded my Bernina 880 to a Plus and love it even more. I also really like using the Bernina Embroidery Software on my laptop as a companion to it. I can do all kinds of adjustments to designs,...
    Forum: Machine Embroidery
    03-06-2020, 08:45 PM
    Replies: 0
    Views: 1,374
    Posted By FWLover

    Smile Claudia Dinnell

    Took a class last year from Claudia on her design “A Child is Born”. It is a 55” wall hanging. I just finished the center section! I want to finish it before taking on her next project in a class...
    Forum: Main
    03-06-2020, 08:30 PM
    Replies: 9
    Views: 1,304
    Posted By FWLover

    Thank you for all the input. We will use the wool...

    Thank you for all the input. We will use the wool in our clients quilt. On top of all the other benefits, it’s light weight will reduce her shipping costs!
    Forum: Main
    03-03-2020, 02:08 PM
    Replies: 9
    Views: 1,304
    Posted By FWLover

    Question Wool Batting Question

    We have a client who is sending a quilt to be used by a relative in California. I know my daughter in San Jose has been happy with Quilter’s Dream “Dream Orient” batting even in the summer. But would...
    Forum: Main
    02-29-2020, 07:20 PM
    Replies: 7
    Views: 6,903
    Posted By FWLover

    They all make a terrible mess. And as a longarm...

    They all make a terrible mess. And as a longarm quilter I couldn’t see much difference in them as backing.
    Forum: Main
    02-29-2020, 07:17 PM
    Replies: 12
    Views: 1,788
    Posted By FWLover

    I created an old fashioned style apron to wear...

    I created an old fashioned style apron to wear when quilting and longarming. For a pocket, I created 2 long interfaced rectangles one slightly larger than the other. Sewed the smaller to the larger...
    Forum: Main
    02-28-2020, 09:05 AM
    Replies: 7
    Views: 1,922
    Posted By FWLover

    Have had clients get wide backing from a...

    Have had clients get wide backing from a particular store that came in precut sizes. It is less expensive but it will never get softer. Have tried everything. I think it may be because of quality of...
    Forum: Main
    02-28-2020, 09:01 AM
    Replies: 12
    Views: 1,616
    Posted By FWLover

    We use a zipper system to attach our quilts to...

    We use a zipper system to attach our quilts to leaders. Forget what brand. We have several sets. .if you need to take one off...just unzip!
    Forum: Main
    02-26-2020, 08:22 AM
    Replies: 44
    Views: 7,113
    Posted By FWLover

    I prefer hand binding but have found this...

    I prefer hand binding but have found this method’s results acceptable. Get Acorn Precision Piecing Seam-align Glue from Amazon in starter kit from Amazon. You will also like the pressing product! I...
    Forum: Main
    02-26-2020, 07:55 AM
    Replies: 11
    Views: 1,532
    Posted By FWLover

    Try Glide thread. It is less expensive than...

    Try Glide thread. It is less expensive than embroidery thread. Use it all the time in our long arm as well as domestic. It is available at habandash.com. Weird website name!
    Forum: Main
    02-26-2020, 07:50 AM
    Replies: 34
    Views: 4,739
    Posted By FWLover

    I use 60 weight thread to piece. I stitch...

    I use 60 weight thread to piece. I stitch everything 1/4”. Don’t believe in scant. Have no problems. I press as I go and I am all about precision piecing.
    Forum: Main
    02-26-2020, 07:46 AM
    Replies: 34
    Views: 4,904
    Posted By FWLover

    Have Karen Buckley in 3 sizes. Love them!

    Have Karen Buckley in 3 sizes. Love them!
    Forum: Main
    02-26-2020, 07:43 AM
    Replies: 30
    Views: 5,493
    Posted By FWLover

    I was looking for 60 weight thread and spoke to...

    I was looking for 60 weight thread and spoke to them at Superior Threads. They said not to use Bottom Line thread in seams if you like to press your seams as you go, which I do. The poly thread does...
    Forum: Main
    02-26-2020, 07:34 AM
    Replies: 13
    Views: 1,729
    Posted By FWLover

    The most important thing is the service...

    The most important thing is the service department. Do you have a store near you that sells them. I used Vikings for 20 years. The last time I traded up I got a lemon. It happens. Brand new machine...
    Forum: Main
    02-26-2020, 07:22 AM
    Replies: 12
    Views: 1,499
    Posted By FWLover

    Use wool batting. It will help take up some of...

    Use wool batting. It will help take up some of the extra fabric.
    Forum: Main
    02-26-2020, 07:20 AM
    Replies: 89
    Views: 15,028
    Posted By FWLover

    I like to get together with others to sew...

    I like to get together with others to sew frequently. I have duplicates of most of those types of things so I can just grab the bag and go. I got mine at local quilt store but is available on Amazon....
    Forum: Main
    02-26-2020, 06:59 AM
    Replies: 8
    Views: 1,000
    Posted By FWLover

    I was at a class on free motion quilting and it...

    I was at a class on free motion quilting and it was suggested to use silk thread. It is so much finer than any others it would not show as much if your quilting was not perfect. It would be very...
    Forum: Main
    01-27-2020, 03:21 PM
    Replies: 23
    Views: 4,800
    Posted By FWLover

    I have very expensive Bernina 880 upgraded to a...

    I have very expensive Bernina 880 upgraded to a plus with the embroidery module. My dealer is 1 hour away but their service department is fantastic! They have a program where they go through it...
    Forum: QB Help Center
    01-27-2020, 02:58 PM
    Replies: 4
    Views: 777
    Posted By FWLover

    Not sure. Can you tell me where to find that....

    Not sure. Can you tell me where to find that. I’ve looked but cannot find where that preference is located.
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