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    Search: Posts Made By: marycontrary
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    Forum: For Vintage & Antique Machine Enthusiasts
    03-10-2012, 08:38 AM
    Replies: 2
    Views: 1,878
    Posted By marycontrary

    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,...
    Forum: General Chit-Chat (non-quilting talk)
    02-27-2012, 09:05 AM
    Replies: 22
    Views: 13,447
    Posted By marycontrary

    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...
    Forum: Main
    04-24-2011, 08:52 AM
    Replies: 61
    Views: 8,884
    Posted By marycontrary

    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...
    Forum: Main
    04-24-2011, 08:36 AM
    Replies: 61
    Views: 8,884
    Posted By marycontrary

    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...
    Forum: Main
    04-04-2011, 04:55 AM
    Replies: 68
    Views: 8,399
    Posted By marycontrary

    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!
    Forum: Main
    03-28-2011, 06:17 AM
    Replies: 88
    Views: 11,142
    Posted By marycontrary

    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...
    Forum: Main
    03-10-2011, 12:16 PM
    Replies: 79
    Views: 9,947
    Posted By marycontrary

    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...
    Forum: Main
    03-10-2011, 11:08 AM
    Replies: 151
    Views: 19,752
    Posted By marycontrary

    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 ...
    Forum: Main
    03-07-2011, 10:52 AM
    Replies: 212
    Views: 24,491
    Posted By marycontrary

    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...
    Forum: Pictures
    03-05-2011, 10:14 AM
    Replies: 63
    Views: 10,227
    Posted By marycontrary

    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.
    Forum: Pictures
    03-05-2011, 10:08 AM
    Replies: 90
    Views: 30,467
    Posted By marycontrary

    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.
    Forum: Main
    03-05-2011, 10:05 AM
    Replies: 155
    Views: 16,288
    Posted By marycontrary

    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.
    Forum: General Chit-Chat (non-quilting talk)
    03-05-2011, 10:01 AM
    Replies: 169
    Views: 9,759
    Posted By marycontrary

    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...
    Forum: General Chit-Chat (non-quilting talk)
    03-05-2011, 10:01 AM
    Replies: 169
    Views: 9,759
    Posted By marycontrary

    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...
    Forum: Main
    03-05-2011, 09:50 AM
    Replies: 56
    Views: 10,486
    Posted By marycontrary

    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...
    Forum: Main
    03-05-2011, 09:45 AM
    Replies: 90
    Views: 12,379
    Posted By marycontrary

    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.
    Forum: Pictures
    02-19-2011, 08:31 AM
    Replies: 174
    Views: 17,397
    Posted By marycontrary

    That is one beautiful creative space. It must...

    That is one beautiful creative space. It must feel just overwhelming wonderful to work there!
    Forum: Main
    02-17-2011, 11:59 AM
    Replies: 394
    Views: 39,689
    Posted By marycontrary

    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...
    Forum: General Chit-Chat (non-quilting talk)
    02-17-2011, 08:44 AM
    Replies: 47
    Views: 4,669
    Posted By marycontrary

    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...
    Forum: Main
    12-17-2010, 01:34 PM
    Replies: 45
    Views: 7,977
    Posted By marycontrary

    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...
    Forum: Main
    12-17-2010, 12:54 PM
    Replies: 74
    Views: 11,262
    Posted By marycontrary

    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,...
    Forum: Main
    12-17-2010, 12:37 PM
    Replies: 77
    Views: 18,174
    Posted By marycontrary

    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...
    Forum: Main
    12-13-2010, 01:43 PM
    Replies: 15
    Views: 3,032
    Posted By marycontrary

    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.
    Forum: Main
    12-13-2010, 01:38 PM
    Replies: 57
    Views: 9,793
    Posted By marycontrary

    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.
    Forum: Main
    12-13-2010, 12:12 PM
    Replies: 44
    Views: 6,673
    Posted By marycontrary

    Yep, no hope for you now!

    Yep, no hope for you now!
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