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    04-02-2016, 08:25 AM
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    Posted By jlwheart

    I so appreciate this site with all the helpful...

    I so appreciate this site with all the helpful info from members. Thanks for keeping every post positive and on task.
    04-02-2016, 08:21 AM
    Replies: 5
    Views: 7,461
    Posted By jlwheart

    Like Yooper32, I bought my Elna in 67 and then I...

    Like Yooper32, I bought my Elna in 67 and then I paid $1000 for it. Recently had tune-up and repair guy told me my machine is the "Gold Standard" machine! Mine had cams and used the Elna bobbins. I...
    Forum: Pictures
    03-22-2016, 04:18 PM
    Replies: 72
    Views: 6,292
    Posted By jlwheart

    Wow! Your quilt is fantastic!

    Wow! Your quilt is fantastic!
    Forum: Main
    03-17-2016, 05:12 PM
    Replies: 22
    Views: 4,426
    Posted By jlwheart

    To protect my stash from sunlight I put up UV...

    To protect my stash from sunlight I put up UV sunscreen over my window - works well to keep excess light off my fabric. I have metal shelves w/plastic coating on metal and folded my fabric by...
    Forum: Pictures
    03-10-2016, 10:23 AM
    Replies: 112
    Views: 12,368
    Posted By jlwheart

    Your quilt is jaw-dropping fantastic! Thanks for...

    Your quilt is jaw-dropping fantastic! Thanks for showing the pics. Loved every one!
    Forum: Pictures
    03-10-2016, 10:21 AM
    Replies: 49
    Views: 5,127
    Posted By jlwheart

    Congrats! The fabrics look fantastic and I look...

    Congrats! The fabrics look fantastic and I look forward to seeing what you create.
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    03-07-2016, 09:35 PM
    Replies: 40
    Views: 6,566
    Posted By jlwheart

    When I'm in my sewing room for any time, I really...

    When I'm in my sewing room for any time, I really enjoy having a radio/CD player handy. Making room for music made a big difference. I use metal shelving to hold my stash and bins. Works great! Right...
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    03-07-2016, 09:21 PM
    Replies: 30
    Views: 3,636
    Posted By jlwheart

    I put post-it notes on the page w/a word or two...

    I put post-it notes on the page w/a word or two for a label. I'm just not into ripping mags apart or going to expense to photocopy. The post-its help me find all the instr for free motion quilting,...
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    03-06-2016, 03:39 AM
    Replies: 31
    Views: 3,137
    Posted By jlwheart

    I've taken a few classes and was glad I did-I...

    I've taken a few classes and was glad I did-I learned a lot. Our local paper featured a quilt artist who has opened a studio and helps quilters. I was glad to learn about the studio. My grand niece...
    02-27-2016, 10:31 AM
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    Posted By jlwheart

    embroidery library emblibrary.com has an...

    embroidery library emblibrary.com has an extensive group of tutorials showing how to embroider on diff. fabrics. I think it's what you're looking for. Jean
    Forum: Main
    02-26-2016, 03:58 AM
    Replies: 27
    Views: 3,157
    Posted By jlwheart

    I have a Designer I and it's remarkable. Saying...

    I have a Designer I and it's remarkable. Saying that, I got the 3D Pro software using XP. Yep, my XP still operates. If you want to use a DI and not buy software, I'd suggest finding out how much it...
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    02-23-2016, 06:18 PM
    Replies: 11
    Views: 2,950
    Posted By jlwheart

    Thanks everyone. I've used these techniques and...

    Thanks everyone. I've used these techniques and they are good. What amazed me about the woman who made continuous binding using black fabric in her video is the huge amount she got from her fabric...
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    02-22-2016, 09:13 PM
    Replies: 26
    Views: 3,625
    Posted By jlwheart

    I am beginning my journey to learn free motion...

    I am beginning my journey to learn free motion quilting and it's hard getting started. I've looked at some good books, watched videos and taken a class. Still freezing up! Argh! So I am grateful I'm...
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    02-22-2016, 09:28 AM
    Replies: 11
    Views: 2,950
    Posted By jlwheart

    Making bias binding

    I saw a tutorial on making bias binding using solid black fabric this weekend and I lost it. Does anyone know about this tutorial? It was for continuous bias binding but was different because she...
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    01-17-2014, 11:36 PM
    Replies: 70
    Views: 9,798
    Posted By jlwheart

    I have a folding camping table w/adjustable legs...

    I have a folding camping table w/adjustable legs and it works great. I set it at a lower height then put my cutting table on it and I can cut sitting down. I suggest an table w/adjustable legs. Good...
    01-01-2014, 02:28 PM
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    Views: 112,307
    Posted By jlwheart

    This is terrific! I've got so many projects to...

    This is terrific! I've got so many projects to complete I get overwhelmed. I think having this thread will help me focus. Today my #1 UFO is a set of placemats/napkins I promised my sis 2 yrs ago....
    12-07-2013, 08:21 AM
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    Views: 607,107
    Posted By jlwheart

    Great idea! Thanks Craftybear. I have a Viking...

    Great idea! Thanks Craftybear. I have a Viking Designer I with multiple hoop sizes and 3D pro software. I've been stitching designs for 10+ years and have made many items for gifts and sale to...
    Forum: Pictures
    02-18-2013, 09:26 AM
    Replies: 107
    Views: 11,002
    Posted By jlwheart

    Thanks for sharing. I love all the beautiful...

    Thanks for sharing. I love all the beautiful plates you got from 1 fabric.
    Forum: Pictures
    02-18-2013, 09:13 AM
    Replies: 99
    Views: 8,284
    Posted By jlwheart

    Your changes really make a huge difference! I am...

    Your changes really make a huge difference! I am so glad you asked and that folks shared their views. You have a very lovely quilt and I hope you get good results at benefit. Good luck.
    Forum: Main
    02-18-2013, 09:02 AM
    Replies: 24
    Views: 6,634
    Posted By jlwheart

    Thanks for all tips about selling online. I did a...

    Thanks for all tips about selling online. I did a search on "selling my handmade items" and came up with lots of info and sites. Only knew about Etsy so I was very pleased to see more options once...
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    02-14-2013, 08:34 AM
    Replies: 176
    Views: 20,026
    Posted By jlwheart

    I no longer get asked to make things for others...

    I no longer get asked to make things for others because I tell them they have to provide fabric, thread & pattern and pay for my time and then wait 6 mo because I've got lots of projects to finish...
    Forum: Main
    02-13-2013, 06:36 PM
    Replies: 78
    Views: 12,129
    Posted By jlwheart

    I had my stash in big plastic bins and would get...

    I had my stash in big plastic bins and would get frustrated every time I was looking for a specific fabric. Then I saw the flat fold system for storing fabrics here and I folded all of my fabric and...
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    02-09-2013, 09:14 AM
    Replies: 48
    Views: 10,982
    Posted By jlwheart

    I've got a computerized machine and I don't let...

    I've got a computerized machine and I don't let magnets near it - don't want to risk damage. Might there be a non-magnet solution?
    Forum: Main
    02-09-2013, 09:10 AM
    Replies: 120
    Views: 10,957
    Posted By jlwheart

    I also didn't even notice the green border until...

    I also didn't even notice the green border until it was pointed out. I think a much narrower green closer to middle section would be better or just take it out. Otherwise, you've got a great quilt!
    Forum: Main
    02-08-2013, 10:39 AM
    Replies: 42
    Views: 8,801
    Posted By jlwheart

    Your technique is interesting. I'll have to try...

    Your technique is interesting. I'll have to try it. Thanks for sharing - esp. pics. Great quilt.
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