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Forum: Main
02-11-2014, 05:21 PM
Replies: 9
Views: 5,152
Posted By pinkyrue01

T-shirt as batting?

I have a lot of old t-shirts and I was trying to come up with something to do with them. They are all 100% cotton. I like to make potholders out of practice and orphan blocks and I was thinking I...
Forum: Main
01-12-2013, 10:34 AM
Replies: 78
Views: 7,799
Posted By pinkyrue01

There are several guilds in the surrounding area,...

There are several guilds in the surrounding area, but they are all at least 40 miles away. I wish I knew of one in my small town. I've just been reading a lot and watching videos. I'll keep trying...
Forum: Main
01-10-2013, 03:12 PM
Replies: 78
Views: 7,799
Posted By pinkyrue01

Thank you to everyone you commented! I have a lot...

Thank you to everyone you commented! I have a lot of ideas to try!
Forum: Main
01-09-2013, 03:47 PM
Replies: 78
Views: 7,799
Posted By pinkyrue01

That sounds like a great idea!

That sounds like a great idea!
Forum: Main
01-09-2013, 03:32 PM
Replies: 78
Views: 7,799
Posted By pinkyrue01

What do you mean by holding my top strip higher?

What do you mean by holding my top strip higher?
Forum: Main
01-09-2013, 03:29 PM
Replies: 78
Views: 7,799
Posted By pinkyrue01

I haven't tried pinning each intersection. I...

I haven't tried pinning each intersection. I guess I assumed I should be able to do it like the gals on the tutorials.
Forum: Main
01-09-2013, 02:38 PM
Replies: 78
Views: 7,799
Posted By pinkyrue01

Yes, I'm currently working on a charm square...

Yes, I'm currently working on a charm square quilt. It's supposed to be simple. I'm sewing all of my squares in rows with a 1/4" seam allowance. I even started measuring each square after I sew one...
Forum: Main
01-09-2013, 02:07 PM
Replies: 78
Views: 7,799
Posted By pinkyrue01

Will I ever get better at matching seams?

Hi everyone! I'm a beginner but I've been trying to quilt for the last 6 months. Will I ever get better at matching seams? I watch a lot of tutorials and they just speed on through rows and...
Forum: Main
10-13-2012, 12:10 PM
Replies: 9
Views: 968
Posted By pinkyrue01

Thanks everyone! I really appreciate you helping...

Thanks everyone! I really appreciate you helping me get this straight. Does anyone have a recommendation on the best size needle for piecing?
Forum: Main
10-13-2012, 10:20 AM
Replies: 9
Views: 968
Posted By pinkyrue01

Question about needles

I'm sure this is a really stupid question, but I'm very new to quilting and sewing in general. Does it matter what brand needle I use in my Singer sewing machine? For some reason I thought you can...
Forum: Main
10-12-2012, 02:30 PM
Replies: 44
Views: 5,941
Posted By pinkyrue01

Well, I've decided to keep my old machine and...

Well, I've decided to keep my old machine and make the best of it. It looks like we really don't have any extra money, so my budget of $400 has gone down to maybe $50. Ha! I think I'll try a generic...
Forum: Main
10-06-2012, 12:54 PM
Replies: 44
Views: 5,941
Posted By pinkyrue01

I'm leaning towards the Brother. It has a lot of...

I'm leaning towards the Brother. It has a lot of features. I just need to be sure I have the extra money AND a good reason to tell the DH. :)
Forum: Main
10-06-2012, 11:51 AM
Replies: 44
Views: 5,941
Posted By pinkyrue01

The Janome HD1000 has dials that allows you to...

The Janome HD1000 has dials that allows you to change the stitch length and width.
Forum: Main
10-06-2012, 09:16 AM
Replies: 44
Views: 5,941
Posted By pinkyrue01

I don't think that the Brother comes with a 1/4"...

I don't think that the Brother comes with a 1/4" foot or a seam guide. I know a lot of people may not need the seam guide, but I think being a beginner I'll need the extra help. :)
Forum: Main
10-06-2012, 08:53 AM
Replies: 44
Views: 5,941
Posted By pinkyrue01

Well, I looked into the Brother PC-420 PRW and...

Well, I looked into the Brother PC-420 PRW and the Janome HD1000. I like both but the Brother is at the very top of my budget and I would want a couple of extra accessories to add to it. I really...
Forum: Main
10-06-2012, 08:35 AM
Replies: 44
Views: 5,941
Posted By pinkyrue01

Thank You! I will check it out!

Thank You! I will check it out!
Forum: Introduce Yourself
10-06-2012, 05:25 AM
Replies: 28
Views: 1,654
Posted By pinkyrue01

Thank You All! I'm already getting help!

Thank You All! I'm already getting help!
Forum: Main
10-05-2012, 01:40 PM
Replies: 44
Views: 5,941
Posted By pinkyrue01

That sounds very reasonable. I will check that...

That sounds very reasonable. I will check that one out. Thanks!
Forum: Main
10-05-2012, 12:24 PM
Replies: 44
Views: 5,941
Posted By pinkyrue01

They do have a new machine that is under $400......

They do have a new machine that is under $400... a Bernette 15. Does anyone know anything about it?
Forum: Main
10-05-2012, 11:53 AM
Replies: 44
Views: 5,941
Posted By pinkyrue01

The Bernina dealer does not have any used in my...

The Bernina dealer does not have any used in my price range. What are your thoughts on buying a used one from Ebay?
Forum: Main
10-05-2012, 10:27 AM
Replies: 44
Views: 5,941
Posted By pinkyrue01

I have a Model 384.13012000 Singer a Sears...

I have a Model 384.13012000 Singer a Sears exclusive model. I don't know how old it is. I did a google search and didn't find much information. The Singer website isn't much help, because technically...
Forum: Main
10-05-2012, 07:23 AM
Replies: 44
Views: 5,941
Posted By pinkyrue01

Help for a Newbie

I'm not sure that I am posting this in the right place. I'm new here.

I'm new to quilting and I have an older, inexpensive model Singer sewing machine, that I just don't think is cutting it. I...
Forum: Introduce Yourself
10-05-2012, 07:17 AM
Replies: 28
Views: 1,654
Posted By pinkyrue01

Hi, I'm LaRue and I'm a Newbie to Quilting!

Hi everyone! I'm LaRue and I'm a beginner quilter. I've messed around a little with my old, inexpensive sewing machine and made a few potholders and a patchwork blanket. I'm really wanting to get...
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