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Forum: Main
12-22-2016, 05:25 AM
Replies: 15
Views: 2,843
Posted By ratherhaverain

Draw the grid on paper using a Sharpie, then...

Draw the grid on paper using a Sharpie, then place the interfacing over it. The lines show through pretty well. I pin everything flat to an "ironing board" I made Sharon Schamber style that is big...
Forum: Main
08-25-2016, 08:15 PM
Replies: 9
Views: 28,225
Posted By ratherhaverain

I've removed metallics using acetone and a rag. ...

I've removed metallics using acetone and a rag. It's flammable, so work outside.
Forum: Main
04-28-2016, 11:57 AM
Replies: 54
Views: 8,363
Posted By ratherhaverain

I've used one for several years. I'm a geek so I...

I've used one for several years. I'm a geek so I decided to test it out before using it. I slipped something (can't remember what) in the cuff so that there was only one layer and then ran the...
03-18-2016, 10:24 AM
Replies: 4,880
Views: 891,395
Posted By ratherhaverain

Industrial machines--can't have too many of 'em ...

Industrial machines--can't have too many of 'em
http://salem.craigslist.org/bfs/5483002646.html
Forum: Main
02-26-2016, 05:29 PM
Replies: 27
Views: 3,849
Posted By ratherhaverain

If you need some inspiration to finish the quilts...

If you need some inspiration to finish the quilts you have in the house, do some reading on the UFO Challenge thread....
02-26-2016, 04:31 PM
Replies: 14
Views: 2,493
Posted By ratherhaverain

Great idea! Sleeves that reach the elbow are so...

Great idea! Sleeves that reach the elbow are so much more comfortable than the short cap sleeves that look like they shrank in the wash.
Forum: Main
02-09-2016, 09:18 AM
Replies: 37
Views: 3,975
Posted By ratherhaverain

I was able to borrow Carol's book and DVD from...

I was able to borrow Carol's book and DVD from the library.
Forum: Main
02-08-2016, 07:00 AM
Replies: 17
Views: 3,874
Posted By ratherhaverain

Are you using something like this? I remember...

Are you using something like this? I remember seeing a generic version a while back.

...
Forum: Main
01-31-2016, 11:30 AM
Replies: 8
Views: 1,182
Posted By ratherhaverain

What a clever variation of the attic Windows!

What a clever variation of the attic Windows!
01-16-2016, 11:10 AM
Replies: 25
Views: 5,848
Posted By ratherhaverain

Ingenious!

Ingenious!
Forum: Main
01-08-2016, 08:08 AM
Replies: 41
Views: 6,418
Posted By ratherhaverain

I've been using a F&P Klutz glove for a few...

I've been using a F&P Klutz glove for a few years. I wasn't convinced that it would do much good (science geek here), so I tried a few cuts on the cuff. It works! I machine stitched over the cuts...
Forum: Pictures
01-02-2016, 01:53 PM
Replies: 73
Views: 7,778
Posted By ratherhaverain

Patience paid off! You have a great machine...

Patience paid off! You have a great machine especially for piecing. If you have any questions about it, post them on the Vintage and Antique forum here.
Forum: Main
12-30-2015, 09:38 PM
Replies: 44
Views: 5,482
Posted By ratherhaverain

Just think of it as *the other right side*

Just think of it as *the other right side*
Forum: Main
12-04-2015, 08:25 AM
Replies: 33
Views: 3,625
Posted By ratherhaverain

Found this: ...

Found this:
http://www.quiltingboard.com/main-f1/does-putting-thread-freezer-work-t185067.html
The THEORY is that freezing adds moisture and/or contracts and therefore "conditions" the thread. Who...
Forum: Main
12-04-2015, 07:45 AM
Replies: 33
Views: 3,625
Posted By ratherhaverain

Sometimes cotton thread will break when it's...

Sometimes cotton thread will break when it's older and dry. That can happen when sitting on a shelf in a shop. Try putting the thread in your freezer for a day or so, or set it outside where it can...
Forum: Main
11-25-2015, 12:58 PM
Replies: 24
Views: 2,831
Posted By ratherhaverain

Go for the black! It can really spark a quilt...

Go for the black! It can really spark a quilt that has bright colors--like kids prints. I don't think that people see black as a funeral color anymore if that's what you were thinking.
10-08-2015, 05:44 PM
Replies: 4,880
Views: 891,395
Posted By ratherhaverain

Not sure how convenient this would really be.... ...

Not sure how convenient this would really be....
http://portland.craigslist.org/wsc/atq/5254289011.html
10-04-2015, 04:46 PM
Replies: 4,880
Views: 891,395
Posted By ratherhaverain

Must be one of those heavy duty wood machines.......

Must be one of those heavy duty wood machines....
http://salem.craigslist.org/atq/5234108046.html

Is that a tension assembly on the top of this trestle machine?...
09-26-2015, 08:57 AM
Replies: 4,880
Views: 891,395
Posted By ratherhaverain

Macybaby, TY! Can't make out any letters on the...

Macybaby, TY! Can't make out any letters on the buttons so was thinking icons. Love that machine but I don't dare get any more (have 2) due to a packratting DH. No room. Sigh.
09-25-2015, 12:37 PM
Replies: 4,880
Views: 891,395
Posted By ratherhaverain

TY! Sort of like tire tread then.... Sharon

TY! Sort of like tire tread then....

Sharon
09-25-2015, 10:53 AM
Replies: 4,880
Views: 891,395
Posted By ratherhaverain

Ooops--one more. A GoodhousekeepER with...

Ooops--one more. A GoodhousekeepER with interesting gridded panels (photos #9 and 10). Wonder what the 3 buttons are that look like rectangular dice?
...
09-25-2015, 10:29 AM
Replies: 4,880
Views: 891,395
Posted By ratherhaverain

Love the cabinet: ...

Love the cabinet:
http://portland.craigslist.org/clc/atq/5235717315.html

Another cool cabinet:
http://portland.craigslist.org/wsc/atd/5220162161.html

Can't read the sign so don't know if this...
Forum: Main
06-29-2015, 02:50 PM
Replies: 15
Views: 1,883
Posted By ratherhaverain

You can get acetone in the paint department of...

You can get acetone in the paint department of hardware stores and maybe Walmart.
Forum: Main
06-29-2015, 02:46 PM
Replies: 15
Views: 1,883
Posted By ratherhaverain

Clip a few carpet fibers from a corner of the...

Clip a few carpet fibers from a corner of the room and put them into a glass. Pour in a little bit of nail polish remover or acetone to see if the fibers will dissolve. Do this outside and give it...
06-16-2015, 02:32 PM
Replies: 17
Views: 2,977
Posted By ratherhaverain

The size you want is very close to containers...

The size you want is very close to containers made for CD storage. Found a basket at Ikea that was 15" long but for sale at stores only, not online.
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