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Forum: Mission: Organization
02-13-2017, 08:06 AM
Replies: 24
Views: 4,873
Posted By so2sew

That sounds like a great solution. They vinyl...

That sounds like a great solution. They vinyl stick on tiles are inexpensive and simple to apply. And you could just throw a cutting mat right on top. Of all the ideas, I think this one fits the...
Forum: Links and Resources
02-10-2017, 01:54 PM
Replies: 12
Views: 2,466
Posted By so2sew

I too like this ruler. It's great for squaring...

I too like this ruler. It's great for squaring your quilt without having to move the 24" ruler along a long edge.
Forum: Main
10-28-2014, 06:55 AM
Replies: 44
Views: 5,317
Posted By so2sew

Although I have not experienced a dry spell,...

Although I have not experienced a dry spell, there have been times when I haven't had much time for quilting. I also didn't have a good place to quilt and had to get everything out and get it all put...
Forum: QB Help Center
10-23-2014, 06:25 PM
Replies: 10
Views: 1,252
Posted By so2sew

Yes, and Yes it is very annoying. It happens 3...

Yes, and Yes it is very annoying. It happens 3 or 4 times in a few minute span and makes me want to just stop looking at the forum. It is only on this forum that I get the pop ups. Can't this be...
Forum: General Chit-Chat (non-quilting talk)
10-14-2014, 05:06 AM
Replies: 18
Views: 2,088
Posted By so2sew

I have a Mr. Coffee dehydrator and use it all the...

I have a Mr. Coffee dehydrator and use it all the time. My favorite thing to dry is homemade granola. It's quite easy and it only takes about 24 hours for it to dry. Christmas is the best time to...
Forum: QB Help Center
10-09-2014, 02:57 AM
Replies: 2
Views: 579
Posted By so2sew

Date of post does not match my receiving them

If I check in the wee hours of the morning, I find that the post were placed two days ago and have already been viewed and replied to. Why am I just now seeing them?
Forum: Main
10-09-2014, 02:43 AM
Replies: 54
Views: 8,821
Posted By so2sew

I have had the Janome 6500 for over 10 years and...

I have had the Janome 6500 for over 10 years and love it. Also have purchased a new Elna Excellence(also made by Janome) and are pretty crazy about it too. Free motion quilts like a dream with an...
Forum: Main
05-07-2013, 08:19 PM
Replies: 42
Views: 7,120
Posted By so2sew

I also have the 6600 Janome and love it. I have...

I also have the 6600 Janome and love it. I have learned though that it performs best when you use bobbins that are specially designed for this machine. These bobbins have grooves set in them and I...
Forum: Main
11-15-2011, 09:11 AM
Replies: 272
Views: 23,563
Posted By so2sew

Live in Cordova, just outside Memphis. Not many...

Live in Cordova, just outside Memphis. Not many places here for fabric as large as a city as this is. Two quilt stores, Hancocks, Hobby Lobby, Joann's. No fabric in Wal-mart anymore. So many posts...
Forum: Main
08-30-2011, 06:27 PM
Replies: 9
Views: 693
Posted By so2sew

I have always used warm and natural and have...

I have always used warm and natural and have noticed so many of the long arm quilters are using Hobbs polydown. I was thinking that it was best to use all cotton batting if the quilt was all cotton....
Forum: Main
08-01-2011, 06:20 AM
Replies: 66
Views: 7,744
Posted By so2sew

My grandaughter was only 4 when she made her...

My grandaughter was only 4 when she made her first small quilt about 24 x 30 inches. We started with a quilt as you go with just strips sewn straight down, folded over and pressed. When all the...
Forum: Main
07-24-2011, 10:30 AM
Replies: 106
Views: 10,719
Posted By so2sew

I would buy the largest olfa mat you can find (I...

I would buy the largest olfa mat you can find (I like the 24 x 36) and the June Taylor shape cutter and the Creative Grids ruler (6 1/2 x 24 1/12) All are truly worth their money. I use very few...
Forum: Main
07-04-2011, 12:39 PM
Replies: 65
Views: 7,554
Posted By so2sew

Yes, test driving is the best and can only be...

Yes, test driving is the best and can only be done at a sewing machine store. Make sure you can get good service too. Please don't buy from a department store or wal-mart type store. I have a Janome...
Forum: Main
07-03-2011, 12:05 PM
Replies: 92
Views: 11,025
Posted By so2sew

I have used my Janome 6500 for seven years and am...

I have used my Janome 6500 for seven years and am completely satisfied with it. I know the auto threader and cutter are a must have. Saves on thread also. A little heavy if you carry it to...
Forum: Main
05-02-2011, 05:37 AM
Replies: 688
Views: 30,640
Posted By so2sew

10 years

10 years
Forum: Main
04-17-2011, 07:37 PM
Replies: 57
Views: 6,185
Posted By so2sew

I had it serviced in Aug. I'm just reassured to...

I had it serviced in Aug. I'm just reassured to hear that I'm not the only one with the prob. of breaking needles.[/quote]

Perhaps the shaft has gotten bent some way. Just hate to see you...
Forum: Main
04-17-2011, 07:24 PM
Replies: 57
Views: 6,185
Posted By so2sew

I have had the same problem and finally took my...

I have had the same problem and finally took my machine in for a tune up. What a difference it made. I had struggled through several quilts with broken needles, skipped stitches, and breaking...
Forum: Main
04-04-2011, 11:01 AM
Replies: 556
Views: 28,491
Posted By so2sew

# 2

# 2
Forum: Main
03-23-2011, 10:59 AM
Replies: 83
Views: 9,772
Posted By so2sew

Why cut the prayer out? I think it fits the...

Why cut the prayer out? I think it fits the occasion perfectly.
Forum: Main
03-17-2011, 06:29 PM
Replies: 212
Views: 16,510
Posted By so2sew

I do free motion and in the ditch quilting on all...

I do free motion and in the ditch quilting on all my quilts. I feel like if I am going to make a quilt, then I am going to do all of it. I use my Janome 6500. They are no where near perfect, but I...
Forum: Main
03-15-2011, 08:50 PM
Replies: 77
Views: 9,228
Posted By so2sew

Call or visit the local Hospital and ask if they...

Call or visit the local Hospital and ask if they would like some of your little quilts for their children patients.
By the way, they wash the quilts often, so be sure to zig-zag over the binding...
Forum: Main
03-12-2011, 05:04 PM
Replies: 77
Views: 9,228
Posted By so2sew

Sorry, I am new to this. Was asking in response...

Sorry, I am new to this. Was asking in response to the Project Linus response. I am interested in donating some quilts I have made and need some info.
Forum: Main
03-12-2011, 04:59 PM
Replies: 77
Views: 9,228
Posted By so2sew

I am interested in donating some quilts I have...

I am interested in donating some quilts I have made and need some info to get started. Do they have to be a certain size as I have made some pretty small lap quilts that would be good for small...
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