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Forum: Pictures
06-28-2020, 04:27 AM
Replies: 36
Views: 4,802
Posted By Jakers1

I have the perfect fabric for the first one. ...

I have the perfect fabric for the first one. What pattern did you use?
Forum: Main
06-13-2020, 03:23 PM
Replies: 125
Views: 10,591
Posted By Jakers1

You may want to watch a tutorial or six from...

You may want to watch a tutorial or six from Jenny at Missouri Star Quilt. They are on Youtube. She has a great personality and gives lots of good tips, especially for beginners.
Forum: Main
05-15-2020, 05:49 AM
Replies: 21
Views: 4,065
Posted By Jakers1

I bought a Singer iron at Joanns. It is heavier...

I bought a Singer iron at Joanns. It is heavier than most and does a great job. Cost around $50.
Forum: Recipes
04-12-2020, 06:45 AM
Replies: 33
Views: 2,779
Posted By Jakers1

Found 5 count packages at Walgreen's, buy 4, get...

Found 5 count packages at Walgreen's, buy 4, get one free! Limited myself to 5, no one else likes them.
Forum: Recipes
04-12-2020, 06:44 AM
Replies: 33
Views: 2,779
Posted By Jakers1

Found 5 count packages at Walgreen's, but 4, get...

Found 5 count packages at Walgreen's, but 4, get one free! Limited myself to 5, no one else likes them.
Forum: General Chit-Chat (non-quilting talk)
03-23-2020, 06:16 AM
Replies: 14
Views: 1,638
Posted By Jakers1

I have been knitting for over 60 years, and...

I have been knitting for over 60 years, and learned a lot in the past few years from Knitting Paradise. They have a digest like this one, and posters add links to tutorials and patterns. I may even...
Forum: Introduce Yourself
02-24-2020, 07:39 AM
Replies: 15
Views: 909
Posted By Jakers1

Welcome from southeastern Wisconsin. We are glad...

Welcome from southeastern Wisconsin. We are glad to have you here. I have learned a lot from this site, and I am sure you will too. Best thing is the newest ideas or tools or fabrics that others...
Forum: Main
02-24-2020, 07:32 AM
Replies: 17
Views: 2,069
Posted By Jakers1

Thanks for the directions. If possible, look up...

Thanks for the directions. If possible, look up the address on the web, they have 3 stores, but the one in Phoenix, not a suburb, is the only one I visited. And if you think Dallas is cold, try...
Forum: Main
02-23-2020, 09:24 AM
Replies: 17
Views: 2,069
Posted By Jakers1

I like 35th Street in Phoenix. They are on 35th...

I like 35th Street in Phoenix. They are on 35th and National, not hard to find. It is a sew and vac place, but in the past few years has expanded its quilting supplies. Love the way it is laid...
Forum: Main
02-17-2020, 07:14 AM
Replies: 22
Views: 2,295
Posted By Jakers1

I invented a different way to rip out a seam. I...

I invented a different way to rip out a seam. I lift the first five or six stitches with the ripper, enough to grab, then go about an inch down and cut that stitch. I pull out the thread and turn...
Forum: General Chit-Chat (non-quilting talk)
02-15-2020, 06:15 AM
Replies: 33
Views: 5,533
Posted By Jakers1

Maytag

I need a new dryer for a tenant. I talked with a teacher for a class for appliance repairman and was told not to buy Samsung. I think that would apply to washers too. The teacher said to buy...
Forum: Pictures
02-14-2020, 06:33 AM
Replies: 40
Views: 6,059
Posted By Jakers1

Love the quilt

I have a ton of scraps, this pattern is perfect to get rid of a few. I will make it larger, however.
Forum: Main
02-09-2020, 07:20 AM
Replies: 51
Views: 7,966
Posted By Jakers1

Television

You may want to add, if you haven't already, the impact tv has had on quilting. Shows like "Quilt in a Day" and "Fons and Porter" have helped me and given me ideas for constructing quilts. There...
Forum: Introduce Yourself
02-03-2020, 05:44 AM
Replies: 21
Views: 2,400
Posted By Jakers1

Hello

Greetings from south eastern Wisconsin!
Forum: Pictures
02-02-2020, 07:11 AM
Replies: 58
Views: 8,556
Posted By Jakers1

I would also love the pattern. I have tons of...

I would also love the pattern. I have tons of 2.5 inch squares just waiting for the right pattern, and this is it!
Forum: General Chit-Chat (non-quilting talk)
06-11-2019, 04:38 AM
Replies: 41
Views: 4,128
Posted By Jakers1

I recycle plastic bags, and keep good boxes and...

I recycle plastic bags, and keep good boxes and gift bags. I also recycle tubes from toilet paper rolls and paper towels, as our humane society zoo use them for the animals to chew or hide in.
Forum: Main
05-27-2019, 07:43 AM
Replies: 28
Views: 3,361
Posted By Jakers1

I learned that t shirts stretch. The interfacing...

I learned that t shirts stretch. The interfacing whatever you use, also stretches. Fuse the interfacing stretching opposite of the shirt, preventive shirt from stretching out. Also, but the shirts...
Forum: Main
03-23-2019, 12:04 PM
Replies: 79
Views: 8,380
Posted By Jakers1

I have a thread cutter and threader. I have a...

I have a thread cutter and threader. I have a Janome, and use it a lot. I just started using the cutter, but can thread a needle without help so don't use the threader. I would get both, they...
Forum: Main
03-03-2019, 06:57 AM
Replies: 48
Views: 10,745
Posted By Jakers1

I use Superior thread, as I used others and found...

I use Superior thread, as I used others and found they were either too linty or not strong enough. I usually use a cream, but when I sew on black, I use either brown or navy, that way I can see the...
Forum: Main
02-03-2019, 08:20 AM
Replies: 12
Views: 3,477
Posted By Jakers1

I draw a.line down the middle, then sew a...

I draw a.line down the middle, then sew a quarter inch from that line each side. That way, I do not add to the line by drawing three lines, which can throw off your quarter inch. In woodworking it...
Forum: Main
02-02-2019, 05:59 AM
Replies: 9
Views: 1,585
Posted By Jakers1

Be sure to practice turning corners so they have...

Be sure to practice turning corners so they have a mitered finish. Also, use a chair next to your machine to hold the quilt while applying the binding, it helps keep the quilt stable
Forum: Main
01-17-2019, 11:54 AM
Replies: 10
Views: 2,017
Posted By Jakers1

Thanks to all of you for the info. My daughter...

Thanks to all of you for the info. My daughter is making a 1/12 dollhouse and has given me the bed. I will take your hints to heart and show you what it looks like when done. Not sure how many she...
Forum: Mission: Organization
01-13-2019, 08:40 AM
Replies: 44
Views: 8,434
Posted By Jakers1

Where did you get the cabinets with the wire...

Where did you get the cabinets with the wire baskets? I could use about 4 of them.
Forum: Main
01-13-2019, 08:25 AM
Replies: 10
Views: 2,017
Posted By Jakers1

doll house quilt

My daughter asked me to make a quilt (or two or three) for her bed in a doll house she is making. She has not given me the size yet, but does anyone have any ideas or experience making these so I...
Forum: Recipes
01-07-2019, 05:53 AM
Replies: 50
Views: 3,299
Posted By Jakers1

How spiced pears? Drain the liquid from two cans...

How spiced pears? Drain the liquid from two cans of pear halves into a saucepan add cinnamon hearts to taste. Heat the liquid on low until the hearts melt. Pour the liquid over the pear halves (I...
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