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Forum: Main
12-12-2008, 08:17 AM
Replies: 12
Views: 2,002
Posted By english rose

I have recent taught myself to do free motion...

I have recent taught myself to do free motion stipple. Have a look at www.sharonschambernetwork.com - an excellent tutorial. I also learned the value of sticking some teflon sheet onto the machine...
Forum: Main
11-13-2008, 07:10 AM
Replies: 11
Views: 1,736
Posted By english rose

I have just mastered the art of stippling. Here...

I have just mastered the art of stippling. Here are my tips -
lower feed dogs
set stitch length to 0
if you have option set needle in down position - it prevents unwanted movement when you stop...
Forum: Main
10-21-2008, 01:26 PM
Replies: 13
Views: 1,525
Posted By english rose

I may well be too late to help you but here is a...

I may well be too late to help you but here is a tip for sewing circles.
You will need a drawing pin and say a large band aid. Push the sharp pin up through to the centre of the non sticky side of...
Forum: Main
10-21-2008, 01:05 PM
Replies: 13
Views: 1,538
Posted By english rose

Try putting them in the freezer for a day. Then...

Try putting them in the freezer for a day. Then test for strength and use if ok.
Forum: Main
09-23-2008, 01:01 PM
Replies: 36
Views: 2,651
Posted By english rose

Whilst on holiday in Arizona we purchased a small...

Whilst on holiday in Arizona we purchased a small hand-made tile about 3"square . It was a mountaon range or a sea scape (still not sure which)with an enormous setting sun. I took that to make a...
Forum: Main
09-21-2008, 01:36 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 2,724
Posted By english rose

I have a set of plastic strip (flat). in various...

I have a set of plastic strip (flat). in various sizes I fold the bias cut fabric , right side showing and stitch close to the edge of the strip . I use the foot you would use for making piping and...
Forum: Main
08-28-2008, 01:09 PM
Replies: 84
Views: 5,992
Posted By english rose

Firstly, haveahappy birthday. I am in the Pay...

Firstly, haveahappy birthday.
I am in the Pay your bills camp. I always think hard before buying something I want but dont necessarily need. If debt piles up, all you can think of is that, your...
Forum: Main
08-24-2008, 01:32 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 1,884
Posted By english rose

Had my machine for some months now and all was...

Had my machine for some months now and all was well. suddenly I am haveing tension nighmare. Just cannot seem to find the correct tension CAN ANYONE HELP PLEASE
Forum: Main
06-27-2008, 01:51 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 1,413
Posted By english rose

I have recently purchased a Janome 300E...

I have recently purchased a Janome 300E embroidery machine. Has anyone found good web sites. I have trawled around and found a few - any suggestions?
Forum: Main
06-17-2008, 11:54 AM
Replies: 28
Views: 2,674
Posted By english rose

if you store thread for some time - before you...

if you store thread for some time - before you use it pop it into a sealed plastic bag and put into the freezer for a day. That way you will be putting back the moisture that may have evaporated. ...
Forum: Main
06-01-2008, 04:10 AM
Replies: 1
Views: 805
Posted By english rose

Sorry - re my previous message - the thread is...

Sorry - re my previous message - the thread is still there - must be going blind.
However only two have looked at it - you are missing a real treat.
Jane
Forum: Links and Resources
06-01-2008, 04:07 AM
Replies: 1
Views: 567
Posted By english rose

I also have found my nessage has gone missing and...

I also have found my nessage has gone missing and I do not get e mail when someone adds to a string.
My original massage was about a web site I found that had some amazing designs for digital...
Forum: Main
05-29-2008, 08:54 AM
Replies: 67
Views: 9,022
Posted By english rose

You have my sympathy - had rheumatoid arthritis...

You have my sympathy - had rheumatoid arthritis for over 10 yrs. My left hand is the worst problem - I am left handed. My hands are pretty bent - the fingers all going towards the little finger. ...
Forum: Main
05-29-2008, 03:11 AM
Replies: 18
Views: 2,540
Posted By english rose

When sewing long narrow strips together try...

When sewing long narrow strips together try sewing each one in opposite direction - that is starting second seam at the end of first seam.
This helps in keeping everything straight and square....
Forum: Main
05-29-2008, 02:38 AM
Replies: 2
Views: 993
Posted By english rose

You can now produce art pictures - check out this...

You can now produce art pictures - check out this web site. There is a link to tutorials on the right hand side of the page for photo stitch.
www.advanced-embroidery-designs.com
I have not tried...
Forum: Main
05-27-2008, 12:48 PM
Replies: 18
Views: 1,907
Posted By english rose

One thing I have learned is when placing your...

One thing I have learned is when placing your blocks (assuming they are random or mixed colours) lay them out and look at them through the weong end of binoculars. It is amazing how "wrong" blocks...
Forum: Main
05-21-2008, 12:23 PM
Replies: 149
Views: 9,704
Posted By english rose

Well, you all make me feel like a tidy,...

Well, you all make me feel like a tidy, controlled tight little old lady. I have a strict rule (not yet broken) to not start a new thing till last job completed. At present only have one project...
Forum: Main
05-10-2008, 12:33 PM
Replies: 17
Views: 2,390
Posted By english rose

You have had some very comprhensive lists - I...

You have had some very comprhensive lists - I will just add my bit.
Fabric marking - try several like water soluble markers, chalk pencil (I have one that you can change the colour and comes with...
Forum: Main
05-10-2008, 12:15 PM
Replies: 2
Views: 1,046
Posted By english rose

Janome 300E. I have just purchased a second hand...

Janome 300E. I have just purchased a second hand machine from a friend. Anyone had experience of this machine?
Jane
Forum: Main
05-04-2008, 01:45 PM
Replies: 33
Views: 4,297
Posted By english rose

Miracle cloths - excellent. Just one tip, when...

Miracle cloths - excellent. Just one tip, when washing them DO NOT USE FABRIC CONDITIONER
Jane
Forum: Main
05-01-2008, 07:07 AM
Replies: 33
Views: 4,297
Posted By english rose

Here in the uk we have green bags for storing...

Here in the uk we have green bags for storing fruit and veg - they are called "stay fresh longer bags" and are marvelous. I turn off all appliances at the point on the wall, except the cooker...
Forum: Introduce Yourself
04-15-2008, 12:23 PM
Replies: 38
Views: 1,821
Posted By english rose

Yes, this is my dog Bonnie. She was a rescue dog...

Yes, this is my dog Bonnie. She was a rescue dog from the PDSA - we have had her for 11 yrs. She is getting on now, is probably 14+ yrs. Getting a little slow now, finds the stairs quite a...
Forum: Introduce Yourself
04-14-2008, 12:37 PM
Replies: 38
Views: 1,821
Posted By english rose

Welcome to the board. You will find loads of...

Welcome to the board. You will find loads of help and inspiration. Looking back on past notices will help you find something about almost anything.
I am a bit firther west than you. I live in...
Forum: Main
02-23-2008, 02:10 PM
Replies: 44
Views: 3,699
Posted By english rose

Hi Aggi -I have been looking at the Quilt...

Hi Aggi -I have been looking at the Quilt University site - very interesting. How do the classes work. Do you have to be on line at a certain time or can you set your own agenda?
Jane
Forum: Main
02-22-2008, 02:02 PM
Replies: 44
Views: 3,699
Posted By english rose

Also - forgot to say my sons partner - (mother of...

Also - forgot to say my sons partner - (mother of Lily) is Spanish from Madrid - they live here in Surrey.
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