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Forum: Main
11-11-2011, 08:43 AM
Replies: 34
Views: 17,929
Posted By iluvmycats

Mary has been on the show for a while. I think...

Mary has been on the show for a while. I think it's nice that she is not as skilled as her mother. This should really show younger, new quilters that with time and practice, they too, can learn and...
Forum: Main
09-06-2011, 06:17 AM
Replies: 11
Views: 1,269
Posted By iluvmycats

I did BOM's for Dear Jane. I just couldn't...

I did BOM's for Dear Jane. I just couldn't imagine standin ing in the fabric store picking out all those fabrics. I also did Sylvia's Bridal quilt and Jenny Byer's Moonglow. I got my BOM's from...
Forum: Main
09-06-2011, 06:06 AM
Replies: 83
Views: 11,829
Posted By iluvmycats

I learned how to sew on my Busha's old knee...

I learned how to sew on my Busha's old knee control Singer. By the time I was 12, I was making all my school clothes. Wore out an old Kenmore my Mom picked up at the scratch and dent store. A couple...
Forum: Main
08-24-2011, 01:36 PM
Replies: 36
Views: 3,427
Posted By iluvmycats

Have you thought about using Pigma pens or fabric...

Have you thought about using Pigma pens or fabric pain and just paint over the skin color to make it a darker skin? That might work, but I'd practice first. Just a thought :)
Forum: Main
07-27-2011, 08:14 PM
Replies: 190
Views: 17,655
Posted By iluvmycats

When I die and I'm laid out for the wake (if the...

When I die and I'm laid out for the wake (if the children even bother), I don't think anyone will be standing over the casket crying and commenting on how I was such a good, little housekeeper. That...
Forum: Main
07-14-2011, 09:41 AM
Replies: 20
Views: 1,889
Posted By iluvmycats

I just love your star block. Could you share if...

I just love your star block. Could you share if this is one you made up or is it available in a quilt pattern? Thanks for sharing, Nancy
Forum: Pictures
06-24-2011, 09:20 AM
Replies: 166
Views: 13,777
Posted By iluvmycats

OMG!!!!! This is beyond gorgeous. I had to call...

OMG!!!!! This is beyond gorgeous. I had to call Jinny Beyers Studio to get more information on this quilt. I spoke to a wonderful person named Barb. I said it must be exciting working with a " mad...
Forum: Main
06-24-2011, 08:58 AM
Replies: 11
Views: 22,185
Posted By iluvmycats

I have purchased a couple of treadle machines, a...

I have purchased a couple of treadle machines, a Red Eye and a #127, with Sphinx design. I have read Billies tutorials on how to clean the machine heads, but my question is concerning the cast iron...
Forum: Main
06-23-2011, 08:32 PM
Replies: 68
Views: 6,446
Posted By iluvmycats

I'm so sorry to hear about the horror story of...

I'm so sorry to hear about the horror story of your machine. I always take my machine to a reputable dealer, well established in my area. They always go thru the machine and if they find anything...
Forum: Main
06-23-2011, 07:32 AM
Replies: 2
Views: 1,697
Posted By iluvmycats

I have made a "Yellow Brick Road " quilt. It is...

I have made a "Yellow Brick Road " quilt. It is pin basted and ready to be quilted but I have no earthly idea on what type of quilting design I should use on it. I am planning on hand quilting it, so...
Forum: Main
06-19-2011, 01:30 PM
Replies: 15
Views: 3,961
Posted By iluvmycats

I purchased a Hinterberg 18" lap quiting hoop...

I purchased a Hinterberg 18" lap quiting hoop with an extension and the hoop adapter to use when hand quilting borders. It is a very good, quality hoop and their customer service is wonderful. MADE...
Forum: Main
04-16-2011, 12:11 PM
Replies: 65
Views: 7,501
Posted By iluvmycats

And make sure you are holding the upper and lower...

And make sure you are holding the upper and lower threads coming up from the bobbin and also off the needle. If you don't, the feed dogs will grab your fabric and you run the risk of the nasty thread...
Forum: Main
04-16-2011, 12:00 PM
Replies: 14
Views: 1,330
Posted By iluvmycats

I would look at a 301a Singer. They are gear...

I would look at a 301a Singer. They are gear driven machines, whereas the Featherweight is belt driven. If you are going to by an old Elna, before you spend the money, find out if the old Elna...
Forum: Pictures
04-11-2011, 10:27 AM
Replies: 105
Views: 10,416
Posted By iluvmycats

Kim, Thank You for sharing. What a collection of...

Kim, Thank You for sharing. What a collection of work and one so different from the next. The imagination that went in to some of them leave me speechless....Thanks again for sharing.
Forum: Main
04-09-2011, 05:40 PM
Replies: 105
Views: 9,366
Posted By iluvmycats

I think most of us quilters in the U.S. have far...

I think most of us quilters in the U.S. have far more then we need. Whenever I watch the House Hunters International shows on HGTV, I am amazed at how small the living accomodations are in other...
Forum: For Vintage & Antique Machine Enthusiasts
04-08-2011, 08:04 PM
Replies: 44,789
Views: 8,915,845
Posted By iluvmycats

I wrote earlier regarding the usty smell in the...

I wrote earlier regarding the usty smell in the 221 and 301 I have. Both of the cases smell musty, however it is the musty smell of the machines. Is it old oil on the parts and if so, what do I use...
Forum: Main
04-08-2011, 05:09 PM
Replies: 91
Views: 7,477
Posted By iluvmycats

I support my LQS. The average life of a local...

I support my LQS. The average life of a local quilt shop is 2 1/2-3 years. Anyone who makes it longer then that is lucky.I do buy fabric for garments on line since they just don't have quality fabric...
Forum: Main
04-08-2011, 04:32 PM
Replies: 11
Views: 9,698
Posted By iluvmycats

I went to Harbor Freight and found 3 pairs of...

I went to Harbor Freight and found 3 pairs of gloves with little blue nubs on them, there is no right or left and they are printed the same on both sides.I paid 2.99 for them and figure I'll have...
Forum: Main
04-08-2011, 04:27 PM
Replies: 41
Views: 7,976
Posted By iluvmycats

The stores carry paper backed fabric 8x11 for...

The stores carry paper backed fabric 8x11 for inkjet printers.If you don't need yards of fabric,scan a piece of your fabric and print it out on the paper backed fabric, see how it matches and maybe...
Forum: Main
04-08-2011, 04:11 PM
Replies: 94
Views: 8,760
Posted By iluvmycats

A few things that help me not to mess up.... 1....

A few things that help me not to mess up....
1. Sit down and read all instructions in the project you are about to embark on.
2.Make sure you have all the necessary tools and supplies.
3.Measure...
Forum: For Vintage & Antique Machine Enthusiasts
04-08-2011, 12:35 PM
Replies: 44,789
Views: 8,915,845
Posted By iluvmycats

I'm pretty new to this Quilting Board and I'm...

I'm pretty new to this Quilting Board and I'm sure that this question has been addressed numerous times but I don't have time to go thru all 915 pages. Is there any way to get the musty smell out of...
Forum: Main
04-08-2011, 12:29 PM
Replies: 9
Views: 7,226
Posted By iluvmycats

I took a bernina machine into our local dealer...

I took a bernina machine into our local dealer and we got to talking about the old 830's that are still so popular and fetching a good price on e-bay. He said it is getting more difficult to get...
Forum: Main
04-04-2011, 09:36 AM
Replies: 142
Views: 14,540
Posted By iluvmycats

I have advanced Rheumatiod Arthritis that started...

I have advanced Rheumatiod Arthritis that started when I was about 23, but not properly diagnosed until I was 50. Didn't get on the proper treatment till 2004, but my fingers are all whithered and...
Forum: Main
04-04-2011, 09:27 AM
Replies: 556
Views: 28,739
Posted By iluvmycats

I vote #1. the red really makes the quilt pop....

I vote #1. the red really makes the quilt pop. Great job on all 3 :)
Forum: Main
04-02-2011, 11:50 AM
Replies: 19
Views: 1,607
Posted By iluvmycats

I just bought an Oliso and love it. I have...

I just bought an Oliso and love it. I have advanced Rheumatoid Arthritis and my Rowenta just got too heavy with having to lift it back up all the time. The Oliso is great, now my hand and shoulder...
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