Quiltingboard Forums

Go Back  Quiltingboard Forums > Search Forums
Reload this Page >

Search Results

Register
FAQ
Calendar
Today's Posts
Search
Vendor Directory
Search: Posts Made By: tootskellett
Showing results 1 to 17 of 17
Search took 0.01 seconds.
Forum: Main
02-10-2013, 03:57 PM
Replies: 13
Views: 1,280
Posted By tootskellett

My suggestions are the same as everyone else....

My suggestions are the same as everyone else. Diane Gaudynski is my favorite, and she learned from Harriet Hargrave. The Leah Day vidoes are also great.
Forum: Main
08-25-2012, 03:45 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 8,472
Posted By tootskellett

As Linda said. you should put ONE drop of oil on...

As Linda said. you should put ONE drop of oil on the wick. (If you poke it and it is dry, it needs oil.)
Also you can put a drop on the shaft that makes the needle go up and down. I have had Janome...
Forum: Main
04-25-2012, 04:38 PM
Replies: 37
Views: 6,698
Posted By tootskellett

I have been selling on Etsy for 3 years. At first...

I have been selling on Etsy for 3 years. At first I didn't sell much, but then learned about marketing my shop. I joined a team that sells quilted items. We promote each other. I also do a lot of...
Forum: Main
03-17-2012, 05:21 PM
Replies: 20
Views: 2,247
Posted By tootskellett

Hi Holly I like to use Auriful thread (I order...

Hi Holly
I like to use Auriful thread (I order it online).It is an Egyptian long staple cotton and has very little lint. (Available at Red Rock Threads)
Another if my favorites is Masterpiece by...
Forum: Main
12-10-2011, 01:42 PM
Replies: 26
Views: 4,314
Posted By tootskellett

I have been an Etsy seller for 3 years. They have...

I have been an Etsy seller for 3 years. They have changed some things and my sales are very good this Christmas season. Both inexpensive unique hot pads , fabric paper doll sets(under $15) and more...
Forum: Main
11-11-2011, 06:08 PM
Replies: 17
Views: 22,120
Posted By tootskellett

You need to remove the bobbin case and clean out...

You need to remove the bobbin case and clean out the lint from underneath it. (use a soft brush or pipecleaner). Then you can put One drop of sewing machine oil on the "wick". It looks like a...
Forum: Main
10-17-2011, 04:05 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 1,913
Posted By tootskellett

The gathering foot is a little foot about the...

The gathering foot is a little foot about the size of the clear small foot that came with the machine. You set your tension tighter and adjust the stitch length. It makes loose gathers (O.K. for...
Forum: Main
10-17-2011, 07:33 AM
Replies: 8
Views: 1,913
Posted By tootskellett

You need the automatic ruffler attachment which...

You need the automatic ruffler attachment which is a separate accessory. It does not come with the machine. There also is a gathering foot ( also a separate purchase) that is very inexpensive. Check...
Forum: Main
10-17-2011, 07:29 AM
Replies: 71
Views: 8,684
Posted By tootskellett

I have the Horizon and LOVE it. For FMQ you must...

I have the Horizon and LOVE it. For FMQ you must have the adjustable foot set so that it just skims the surface. I use a 90/14 topstitch needle.Slow down your speed control. If you are getting the...
Forum: Main
10-04-2011, 06:53 AM
Replies: 89
Views: 14,947
Posted By tootskellett

In my opinion - way too high. I paid $1200 5...

In my opinion - way too high. I paid $1200 5 years ago when they first came out. For a few dollars more you could get the 7700 which is the later version with lots of upgrades. (I paid $2000 with a...
Forum: Main
09-06-2011, 05:46 PM
Replies: 75
Views: 7,881
Posted By tootskellett

I am another who has used Sharon Schambers glue...

I am another who has used Sharon Schambers glue baste method. I like it for anything that is going to get a lot of use or on quick small projects such as table runners or wall hangings. I use Elmer's...
Forum: Main
08-28-2011, 03:17 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 951
Posted By tootskellett

I have used both Hobbs wool and Quilters Dream...

I have used both Hobbs wool and Quilters Dream wool and love them both. I do my own FMQ on my domestic machine and it is a dream to work with. Both are machine washable and dryable (cool wash and...
Forum: Main
07-28-2011, 04:15 PM
Replies: 45
Views: 5,452
Posted By tootskellett

I second the recomendation of Diane Gaudynski's...

I second the recomendation of Diane Gaudynski's book. There are also a lot of other books out there. Ricky Tims also has a great DVD "Grand Finale". There are most likely some free tutorials on the...
Forum: Main
07-14-2011, 01:42 PM
Replies: 154
Views: 11,823
Posted By tootskellett

I also use a 2 1/2 inch strip. I Iron it in half,...

I also use a 2 1/2 inch strip. I Iron it in half, wrong sides together. I make a test before I start for real. I sew the binding with a 1/4 in. seam for about 2 inches onto the front of the quilt....
Forum: Introduce Yourself
07-13-2011, 08:35 AM
Replies: 46
Views: 1,484
Posted By tootskellett

Hi WI Sandy I am in Mercer and we have a small...

Hi WI Sandy
I am in Mercer and we have a small but very active group of quilters (Not really a guild - we just meet - no officers , no formal meetings etc.)
All Year round we meet in Mercer and in...
Forum: Introduce Yourself
07-11-2011, 03:57 PM
Replies: 46
Views: 1,484
Posted By tootskellett

Hi Rhinelander, I am in Mercer. We get to...

Hi Rhinelander, I am in Mercer. We get to Rhinelander at least once a month - I'm a frequent customer at Sew Smart and Karen's in Eagle River. Elizabeth
Forum: Introduce Yourself
07-10-2011, 03:11 PM
Replies: 46
Views: 1,484
Posted By tootskellett

I am a retired grandmother who is an avid...

I am a retired grandmother who is an avid quilter. I live in northern Wisconsin, on the shore of a lake. I also make things for fall craft fairs. (Also have an Etsy store). Even though we are a...
Showing results 1 to 17 of 17


 
Forum Jump

FREE Quilting Newsletter