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10-10-2017, 05:58 PM
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Repair Bernina or buy something else?
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I would look at the Eversewn Sparrow machines. I...
I would look at the Eversewn Sparrow machines. I hear a lot of good things about them, they are reasonably priced, and they are supposed to be an arm of Bernina.
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08-23-2017, 02:26 PM
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Using my stash
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I shop my stash first. The funny thing is that I...
I shop my stash first. The funny thing is that I always have to buy something to go with what I already have.
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08-23-2017, 02:24 PM
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Big Box "quilt fabrics" vs quilting store quilt fabrics
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I think some of the better quality quilting...
I think some of the better quality quilting cottons at Joanns are not bad, but you really have to watch it if you get the keepsake calicos. More than once I've found flaws in the yardage once I get...
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05-08-2017, 07:04 AM
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Question about sewing machines
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I've been reading about the Eversewn Sparrow, and...
I've been reading about the Eversewn Sparrow, and I recently got to see one of the mechanical models at a Quilt Show. The vendor told me there is supposed to be a new model coming out that is...
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03-31-2017, 10:38 AM
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Need advice about which machine to buy for FMQ
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I have a Pfaff Performance 5.0. I bought it for...
I have a Pfaff Performance 5.0. I bought it for the extended space (thought it would be good for quilts). A few things I don't like about it: When quilting, sometimes the quilt will hit against...
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03-27-2017, 12:36 PM
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Got an Eversewn 20
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Have you tried out all the features yet? I'm...
Have you tried out all the features yet? I'm interested in the Eversewns, but can't find out much about them. Are you happy with the purchase?
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12-05-2015, 04:20 PM
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Handi Quilter?
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I got a Sweet Sixteen about 3 weeks ago. So far,...
I got a Sweet Sixteen about 3 weeks ago. So far, I love it. I have been practicing before quilting an actual project. I love that it doesn't take up a large space. At one time, I had a Janome...
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11-13-2015, 12:18 PM
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Rickrack Question
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Thanks to everyone for the advice! I ended up...
Thanks to everyone for the advice! I ended up stitching along the outer lines of the rickrack, just so the zigzag would show on the back and define that area. I think if I ever use rickrack again,...
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11-10-2015, 02:02 PM
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Rickrack Question
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Rickrack Question
I just completed a baby quilt that featured jumbo rickrack across the middle of it. I followed a pattern that had you sew the rickrack on the quilt top, and then complete the quilt.
I quilted...
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01-01-2015, 03:20 PM
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Any quilters out there using the Janome Artistic Edge Cutter?
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Any quilters out there using the Janome Artistic Edge Cutter?
I've been seeing ads for a Janome Artistic Edge cutting machine, and I wondered if anyone uses one, and how the Simplecut software works with non-Janome machines. The ad says there are numerous edge...
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02-08-2014, 06:28 PM
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Has anyone ever downgraded ?
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The LQS store folks tell me that the sit-down is...
The LQS store folks tell me that the sit-down is so limiting--just a straight stith and that the stitch regulation on the sit-downs isn't that great, and they think I'll wish I had bought one of the...
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02-08-2014, 07:35 AM
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Has anyone ever downgraded ?
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I am in the process of downgrading to a DSM. I...
I am in the process of downgrading to a DSM. I currently have a Grace frame with a Janome 1600 (stitch regulated).
It is great for stippling and allover designs, but it takes up too much space, and...
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01-08-2014, 08:40 PM
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Has anyone gone from a Longarm to a Sit-down Quilting Machine?
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Has anyone gone from a Longarm to a Sit-down Quilting Machine?
Has anyone traded in their longarm for a sit-down quilting machine?
In the interest of down-sizing, I'm considering going to a sit-down machine, so I was hoping to hear from anyone that has made...
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12-30-2013, 08:04 PM
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Used HQ 16 - opinions, please!
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Thanks for all the advice. Unfortunately, this...
Thanks for all the advice. Unfortunately, this one got away, so back to the drawing board!
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12-29-2013, 07:13 PM
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Used HQ 16 - opinions, please!
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Used HQ 16 - opinions, please!
I'm looking at a used HQ 16 setup and I wondered what owners (or those with experience about them) have any advice. I don't think they make them anymore, and wasn't sure about availability of parts...
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12-15-2013, 02:15 PM
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Converting a HQ Sixteen into a Sit-down model
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thank you to all that answered!
thank you to all that answered!
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12-14-2013, 07:28 PM
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Converting a HQ Sixteen into a Sit-down model
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Converting a HQ Sixteen into a Sit-down model
I was wondering if anyone has taken a HQ sixteen and used it as a sit-down machine? If so, does the stitch regulator still work, and do you have to use a foot pedal to operate the machine? thanks...
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11-04-2013, 02:15 PM
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Ruler Base for Janome 1600p sewing machine?
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Thanks Lori, I will check it out. Linda
Thanks Lori, I will check it out. Linda
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11-03-2013, 10:42 AM
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Ruler Base for Janome 1600p sewing machine?
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Ruler Base for Janome 1600p sewing machine?
Hi all! I've been looking at videos for using rulers when machine quilting. The videos all direct you to use a "ruler base" when using rulers on a midarm/longarm machine. I am currently using a...
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