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Forum: Main
04-21-2024, 07:24 PM
Replies: 10
Views: 1,445
Posted By quiltedsunshine

That's "loop lift." I still can't find my...

That's "loop lift." I still can't find my 117.... But on most vintage Kenmores, there's a 5-sided screw head underneath the machine, slightly right of center. You won't be able to find a 5-sided...
Forum: Main
04-17-2024, 07:05 AM
Replies: 10
Views: 1,445
Posted By quiltedsunshine

So.... you need to adjust the needle bar side to...

So.... you need to adjust the needle bar side to side? Or forward and backward?
Forum: Main
04-13-2024, 08:01 PM
Replies: 10
Views: 1,445
Posted By quiltedsunshine

Yes, the needle bar pivots and brings the needle...

Yes, the needle bar pivots and brings the needle closer or farther away, from the hook.
Forum: Main
04-10-2024, 07:48 PM
Replies: 10
Views: 1,445
Posted By quiltedsunshine

Here's a picture of a different Kenmore, but it...

Here's a picture of a different Kenmore, but it will give you an idea of what to look for. The green arrow is pointing to the screw that gets loosened. You can see the small shaft in front of the...
Forum: Main
04-10-2024, 07:27 PM
Replies: 10
Views: 1,445
Posted By quiltedsunshine

Usually on a vintage Kenmore there's a screw at...

Usually on a vintage Kenmore there's a screw at the top of the needle bar, that needs to be loosened. The screw holds a small shaft in place. When it's loose, you can move the needle bar forward and...
Forum: For Vintage & Antique Machine Enthusiasts
04-10-2024, 07:12 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 553
Posted By quiltedsunshine

Everyone finds their 1/4" seam in different ways....

Everyone finds their 1/4" seam in different ways. A good way to find where your 1/4" seam, is to sew on 1/4" graph paper and see where the edge of the paper is. You might be looking at the needle...
Forum: Main
04-09-2024, 07:28 PM
Replies: 12
Views: 5,228
Posted By quiltedsunshine

You could blow the extra oil out with an air...

You could blow the extra oil out with an air compressor (or canned air).
Forum: Main
04-09-2024, 07:24 PM
Replies: 10
Views: 1,445
Posted By quiltedsunshine

There are a few timing settings. Which are you...

There are a few timing settings. Which are you needing help with?

#1 Feed Dogs
#2 Loop Lift
#3 Needle/Hook Distance
#4 Thread Passage

There's a "Vintage Kenmore" group that you could join. ...
Forum: Main
04-07-2024, 05:26 PM
Replies: 16
Views: 1,872
Posted By quiltedsunshine

Just remember that Duck Cloth shrinks A LOT!

Just remember that Duck Cloth shrinks A LOT!
Forum: Main
03-30-2024, 07:24 PM
Replies: 13
Views: 1,713
Posted By quiltedsunshine

It reminds me of Holly Hobby girls and Precious...

It reminds me of Holly Hobby girls and Precious Moments figures. In the 80's we put ruffles and lace on everything.
Forum: Main
03-27-2024, 06:31 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 1,074
Posted By quiltedsunshine

General's Charcoal White is my favorite marking...

General's Charcoal White is my favorite marking tool. It's not chalk, it's charcoal. It sharpens better, stays on better and comes off with a rub from my Machingers or an eraser.
Forum: Main
03-25-2024, 06:58 PM
Replies: 18
Views: 2,457
Posted By quiltedsunshine

Most sewing stores carry a generic version of...

Most sewing stores carry a generic version of "Lilly White" sewing machine oil. Singer sewing machine oil is pretty much the same thing. But, do not use 3-in-1 oil. It tends to turn black and...
Forum: Main
03-25-2024, 06:55 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 1,956
Posted By quiltedsunshine

I've had better luck selling unfinished projects...

I've had better luck selling unfinished projects or blocks that haven't been sewn together yet.
Forum: Main
03-25-2024, 06:53 PM
Replies: 9
Views: 962
Posted By quiltedsunshine

I got a Bernina 590 about 4 years ago. I waited...

I got a Bernina 590 about 4 years ago. I waited until I knew they had all the bugs worked out of them. I LOVE all the bells and whistles! Especially the "hover" feature. The wider feed dogs take...
Forum: Main
03-20-2024, 08:23 PM
Replies: 17
Views: 1,521
Posted By quiltedsunshine

As a sewing machine mechanic and sewing...

As a sewing machine mechanic and sewing instructor, I do not like the machine. Any machine with a plastic, drop-in bobbin case is NOT a heavy duty machine, even if it says it on the machine. I've...
Forum: Main
03-20-2024, 08:19 PM
Replies: 18
Views: 2,457
Posted By quiltedsunshine

SusieQOH, yes, your Bernina 150 needs to be...

SusieQOH, yes, your Bernina 150 needs to be oiled. Your manual will show you how to oil the bobbin/hook area. If you don't take your Bernina in for a full-service (at least every 5 years) your...
Forum: Main
03-20-2024, 08:13 PM
Replies: 18
Views: 2,457
Posted By quiltedsunshine

All machines need oil. The manufacturers of the...

All machines need oil. The manufacturers of the new machines just make it difficult for you to do. If you can keep the bobbin area clean and oiled, that will make a big difference. The upper shaft...
Forum: Main
03-19-2024, 05:44 PM
Replies: 1
Views: 546
Posted By quiltedsunshine

You can get (7) 2 1/2" strips that are about 21"...

You can get (7) 2 1/2" strips that are about 21" long. 7 X 16 = 112 strips. Divide 112 in half (because the Jelly roll strips are about 42" long) = 56 strips. So you'll need 1 full jelly roll,...
Forum: Main
03-18-2024, 05:02 PM
Replies: 10
Views: 1,667
Posted By quiltedsunshine

I really prefer a ruler that has dashed lines...

I really prefer a ruler that has dashed lines (like Creative Grid). That way you can actually see the edge of the fabric (between the dashes) and get it exactly where you want it.
Forum: For Vintage & Antique Machine Enthusiasts
03-12-2024, 04:57 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 1,434
Posted By quiltedsunshine

Looks like both machines are straight stitch only...

Looks like both machines are straight stitch only machines. They have the dial screw that holds the foot on. So you'd want to look at Rotary machine parts. Here's a link that might help: ...
Forum: Main
03-06-2024, 05:40 PM
Replies: 9
Views: 1,240
Posted By quiltedsunshine

When I was young, my mother taught us to finish...

When I was young, my mother taught us to finish the quilt with a "knife edge." We never used a binding. You just fold both edges to the inside and hand sew the edges closed with an invisible or...
Forum: Main
02-29-2024, 03:59 PM
Replies: 16
Views: 1,604
Posted By quiltedsunshine

mkc is correct. Any machine with a side-loading...

mkc is correct. Any machine with a side-loading bobbin cannot accept a double needle.
Forum: Main
02-24-2024, 12:27 PM
Replies: 10
Views: 1,204
Posted By quiltedsunshine

Shannon Fabrics makes the best quality brand of...

Shannon Fabrics makes the best quality brand of minky. I've had to work with some other brands that are so stretchy that they're very difficult to work with.

If it's soft and not too stretchy,...
Forum: Main
02-23-2024, 08:08 PM
Replies: 42
Views: 5,393
Posted By quiltedsunshine

When I worked at a quilt shop, the employees were...

When I worked at a quilt shop, the employees were more than happy to help get machines out of the car and up (or down) the stairs. Couldn't hurt to ask.
Forum: Main
02-22-2024, 08:36 PM
Replies: 13
Views: 2,102
Posted By quiltedsunshine

I prefer Gutermann.

I prefer Gutermann.
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