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03-10-2012, 08:38 AM
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G E Model A, Sewhandy Machine
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G E Model A, Sewhandy Machine
Hi all. I just won the auction for a pretty green, pre-featherweight portable machine. Won't receive it until later next week, but I do know that it doesn't run. It powers up and the light works,...
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02-27-2012, 09:05 AM
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Moving Van Vs PODs
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We used POD's when moving from Texas to Iowa. ...
We used POD's when moving from Texas to Iowa. Did a lot of the packing and loading ourselves, but when it got to be too much we hired movers from a local company (like Two Guy's Will Move You) to...
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04-24-2011, 08:52 AM
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Any Tips for a beginner FMQ-er?
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VCINWA makes a lot of good points. If you can,...
VCINWA makes a lot of good points. If you can, get your machine top level with the top of your table. If you don't have a cabinet that allows you to sink the machine down, there are a few...
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04-24-2011, 08:36 AM
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Any Tips for a beginner FMQ-er?
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A Bernina is a wonderful machine to use for...
A Bernina is a wonderful machine to use for FMQ'g. Far less tension problems to deal with and a better stitch than other machines, IMO. As far as gloves, I've alway found that inexpensive garden...
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04-04-2011, 04:55 AM
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Check out my Antique Singer
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I think there were also some small desk size...
I think there were also some small desk size tables that were made, but they are really hard to find. Congratulations!
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03-28-2011, 06:17 AM
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OMG... MAMA found another box in her Shed Today
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Oh boy, can I relate! All my stuff was packed up...
Oh boy, can I relate! All my stuff was packed up in late 07 to "stage" the house. Moved in early 08, but didn't finish the basement sewing room til spring of 10. I just stuffed things into my...
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03-10-2011, 12:16 PM
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Need to know why everyone buys vintage Singers
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Years and years and years ago (70's) I worked...
Years and years and years ago (70's) I worked with an semi-retired elderly gentleman who did the accounting in a small insurance office. Turns out he used to be an executive for the Singer company...
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03-10-2011, 11:08 AM
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Brace Yourself
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There was a TV show quite a while ago that showed...
There was a TV show quite a while ago that showed the unpacking of some imports from other countries. I think this one was from India. Guess what the goods were wrapped and packed in? Clothes ...
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03-07-2011, 10:52 AM
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Buying Fabric on eBay
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I've always had good experiences buying on Ebay,...
I've always had good experiences buying on Ebay, but I do my homework and pay attention to price, shipping costs, name brand, color, seller's rating etc. And if I have a question about the fabric, I...
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03-05-2011, 10:14 AM
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Heart Bargello
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Beautiful! I have this book and fabrics I picked...
Beautiful! I have this book and fabrics I picked out several years ago -- another UFO. You've inspired me to go dig it out and start on it.
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03-05-2011, 10:08 AM
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Shadowbox for DD
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Thanks for the pic! I have this pattern but have...
Thanks for the pic! I have this pattern but have not made it yet. It's great to see another variation.
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03-05-2011, 10:05 AM
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My Fabric Portrait
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WOW! I've always wanted to try that, but I have...
WOW! I've always wanted to try that, but I have so many other UFO's I feel bad about starting on something new.
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03-05-2011, 10:01 AM
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Cats or dogs
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Two dogs and one 18 year old orange tabby. Love...
Two dogs and one 18 year old orange tabby. Love them all and would love more, but afraid that would hurt the dogs' feelings. They love getting all the attention and get a little bent out of shape...
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03-05-2011, 10:01 AM
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Cats or dogs
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Two dogs and one 18 year old orange tabby. Love...
Two dogs and one 18 year old orange tabby. Love them all and would love more, but afraid that would hurt the dogs' feelings. They love getting all the attention and get a little bent out of shape...
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03-05-2011, 09:50 AM
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Beginner quilt
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Eleanor Burns "Quilt in a Day" log cabin was my...
Eleanor Burns "Quilt in a Day" log cabin was my first quilt also. I should have known I was in trouble when I kept changing my mind about what fabrics to put next to each other, kept buying new...
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03-05-2011, 09:45 AM
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Don't FMQ with a full bobbin?
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I've had problems a few times if my bobbin is...
I've had problems a few times if my bobbin is "over filled" -- causing a few knots and nests. Maybe this was her problem.
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02-19-2011, 08:31 AM
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Pics of my Sewing Place
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That is one beautiful creative space. It must...
That is one beautiful creative space. It must feel just overwhelming wonderful to work there!
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02-17-2011, 11:59 AM
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Besides the fabric stash...what do quilters collect the most?
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Golly, not really sure I consider my books and...
Golly, not really sure I consider my books and magazines a "collection", although I do have a ton of them. I "need" those for my reference library. I do have too many sewing machines, different...
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02-17-2011, 08:44 AM
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Westminster Dog Show
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I used to have a Westie who loved to watch...
I used to have a Westie who loved to watch animals on TV. Didn't matter if it was a bug or an elephant. She would watch intently for long periods of time, softly wimpering. She really loved those...
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12-17-2010, 01:34 PM
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Guess what bought?
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There must be a lot of us quilters who were very...
There must be a lot of us quilters who were very very good this year! Santa is bringing a Go to my house too! Since I know it's coming, have been collecting dies when I see good deals. Wish I had...
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12-17-2010, 12:54 PM
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NEED INFORMATION
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And a hardy welcome from a fellow Iowan! I...
And a hardy welcome from a fellow Iowan!
I googled this at one time and did find some instructions -- just don't remember where. If I recall correctly, they were using two 4X8 sheets of plywood,...
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12-17-2010, 12:37 PM
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Can these numbers be right.
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I'm getting one for Christmas and can't wait! ...
I'm getting one for Christmas and can't wait! I've been getting ready by buying dies when I see good sales.
I've had a lot of trouble with a tendon injury in my right elbow, with the pain...
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12-13-2010, 01:43 PM
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Quilting Fabric
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Walmart and Hancock have great buys on decorator...
Walmart and Hancock have great buys on decorator weight fabric. Hancock usually has a number of flatfold pieces that are frequently on sale.
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12-13-2010, 01:38 PM
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Steam or dry iron for pressing squares
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Ditto on the Mr. Clean Magic Eraser. Sharon...
Ditto on the Mr. Clean Magic Eraser. Sharon Schaumber recommends it. Not sure I would use it on a teflon plate, though -- only on stainless steel.
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12-13-2010, 12:12 PM
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So does it mean I'm hooked?
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Yep, no hope for you now!
Yep, no hope for you now!
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