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Forum: General Chit-Chat (non-quilting talk)
02-01-2024, 05:29 AM
Replies: 28
Views: 3,719
Posted By mengler

If you are cheap you withhold spending regardless...

If you are cheap you withhold spending regardless of the consequences such as being cold for not paying gas bill cheap. However, if you like a bargain and save money when you can that is frugal....
Forum: Main
01-09-2023, 07:36 AM
Replies: 21
Views: 2,361
Posted By mengler

Blades

True. I heard harbor freight has them cheap and I’ve done ok on eBay.
Forum: Main
04-02-2021, 10:16 AM
Replies: 8
Views: 1,134
Posted By mengler

Hi. I made a very large T shirt quilt for my...

Hi. I made a very large T shirt quilt for my husband. I looked at every free tutorial I could find. I think this one is very good. I purchased it on sale from Craftsy. Sara Snuggerud does a good...
Forum: Main
01-07-2021, 06:00 AM
Replies: 13
Views: 1,794
Posted By mengler

I did the same for my 8 yo GD years ago. I got...

I did the same for my 8 yo GD years ago. I got her a used beautiful Elena with 16 built in stitches for $30. A woman on Craigslist got a new machine. It sewed perfectly. I would go that route because...
Forum: For Vintage & Antique Machine Enthusiasts
12-10-2020, 05:56 AM
Replies: 6
Views: 849
Posted By mengler

I’ve had good luck with these. Very...

I’ve had good luck with these. Very knowledgeable.
https://www.sewingpartsonline.com
A1sewingmachine.com
Forum: Main
06-13-2020, 03:10 AM
Replies: 12
Views: 1,580
Posted By mengler

Sadly I cant either. I either use my Accuquilt...

Sadly I cant either. I either use my Accuquilt and sew t hem together or my june taylor shape-cut. I tried the cylinder method once very sad results. Even a ruler and rotary cutter produces decent...
Forum: Main
04-28-2020, 03:58 AM
Replies: 32
Views: 4,326
Posted By mengler

Buy fabric

Fabric.Com Has everything. Best selection average prices
Thousandsofbolts.com And backsidefabrics.com has a lot of backing fabric and wide fabric Decent prices good selection
5bucksayard.com. Great...
Forum: QuiltingBoard Challenges & Contests
01-09-2020, 07:14 AM
Replies: 1,273
Views: 269,496
Posted By mengler

I’ve already failed miserably. I may need an...

I’ve already failed miserably. I may need an intervention. 🤦🏻‍♀️
Forum: Main
12-08-2019, 06:54 AM
Replies: 20
Views: 2,495
Posted By mengler

Wide backing

I second backside and fabric.com also https://www.heartbeatquilting.com/categories/shop/wide-back-fabric/by-size/116-to-120-inches.html. But I haven’t ordered from them.
Forum: Main
10-07-2019, 03:05 AM
Replies: 28
Views: 3,542
Posted By mengler

To serge or not to serge

I do a wide variety of sewing. I’ve had different brands and capabilities of sergers for 30 years and have taken the Martha Pullen certification class. IMO If you’re going to get a serger get a...
Forum: Main
09-14-2019, 03:28 AM
Replies: 56
Views: 6,768
Posted By mengler

T short quilt

Go to Project repat. https://www.projectrepat.com/ It’s a non profit t shirt quilt company. Better yet give her the website. They charge 110 for. Twin size. I just wouldn’t do it for that price. I...
Forum: Main
08-26-2019, 12:03 PM
Replies: 30
Views: 4,968
Posted By mengler

Me too! Too expensive to waste it.

Me too! Too expensive to waste it.
Forum: Main
07-22-2019, 11:08 AM
Replies: 52
Views: 6,688
Posted By mengler

I’m in the same boat but have done only a few...

I’m in the same boat but have done only a few quilts. One thing that helped me with the length problem was lowering the speed if you have a choice of settings for that. When you do that the speed...
Forum: Main
07-17-2019, 05:16 AM
Replies: 25
Views: 2,862
Posted By mengler

Placemat support

Sounds like "soft and stable" would be a good choice
...
Forum: Main
07-07-2019, 04:08 AM
Replies: 19
Views: 7,373
Posted By mengler

I second that. I might use serger thread for a...

I second that. I might use serger thread for a seam if it was the only matching color I had, but it doesnt have the strength of quilting thread as it's 2 ply. It must be thinner as its used with up...
Forum: Main
05-19-2019, 03:07 AM
Replies: 22
Views: 2,062
Posted By mengler

Olfa circle cutter. Perfect circle cutter up to 8...

Olfa circle cutter. Perfect circle cutter up to 8 1/2 inch circles.
Forum: Main
03-31-2019, 05:50 AM
Replies: 20
Views: 2,801
Posted By mengler

Minky

All great tips. You can throw in the dryer on air fluff or low for a few minutes instead of vacuuming. For those who embroider their quilt blocks use cutaway and a topper. I also use an ballpoint...
Forum: Main
03-17-2019, 07:18 AM
Replies: 16
Views: 2,049
Posted By mengler

Flannel as batting

I agree. It’s a great light weight batting. I also prewash. It’s the only fabric I prewash. Perfect for a runner or even a Denim or rag quilt you want a little lighter.
Forum: Main
01-31-2019, 06:41 AM
Replies: 49
Views: 4,718
Posted By mengler

All of the above are true; however, bias binding...

All of the above are true; however, bias binding is more durable. Yes still personal preferences but if it’s a child’s quilt that’s going to be well used, bias binding may give it a longer life.
Forum: Main
12-07-2018, 05:55 AM
Replies: 6
Views: 1,558
Posted By mengler

Me too. Works great no guesswork.

Me too. Works great no guesswork.
Forum: General Chit-Chat (non-quilting talk)
11-28-2018, 03:01 PM
Replies: 65
Views: 5,953
Posted By mengler

A couple years ago our washer died right before...

A couple years ago our washer died right before the kids showed up for thanksgivings:(. I got the top rated Samsung recommended in consumer reports. Sears had an amazing sale. There was a larger one...
Forum: Main
11-27-2018, 10:57 AM
Replies: 17
Views: 4,249
Posted By mengler

Not a fan. Ive done the $7 a year a couple of...

Not a fan. Ive done the $7 a year a couple of times and they still send me emails as if i hadn't joined. I watched some of their premium videos - not impressed. I prefer to pick and choose with...
Forum: Main
11-21-2018, 06:01 AM
Replies: 18
Views: 4,941
Posted By mengler

Bowl buddy (cozy)

I’ve made buckets of these I do put them in the microwave. When I gift them I include an instruction card. No more than 3-4 minutes. I like using two layers of quilt fabric and batting in between. I...
Forum: Main
11-18-2018, 04:26 AM
Replies: 26
Views: 3,801
Posted By mengler

Ruler

I had success st this site: http://www.punchwithjudy.com.au. It was much cheaper with the AU exchange rate and she includes 8 (I think) forever video classes. She also had s newsletter and is very...
Forum: Main
11-17-2018, 06:37 AM
Replies: 21
Views: 2,446
Posted By mengler

Cutting mat

I grew not cheap but I got mine at Jo-Ann’s. Coupon and total purchase made it reasonable
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