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02-15-2011, 02:22 PM
Replies: 108
Views: 10,193
Posted By Deborah2009

Janomes are very good machines, as they are now...

Janomes are very good machines, as they are now connected with Kenmore. I have had my 2 Kenmore machines from the early 1970's. I still use them, both workhorses.

Sears Kenmore now has an...
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02-15-2011, 02:17 PM
Replies: 69
Views: 6,216
Posted By Deborah2009

I get my quilt books from either JoAnne's with...

I get my quilt books from either JoAnne's with their 40% off coupon, or from the local quilt shop using their coupons. In Phoenix, we have 35th Ave and Northern Avenue quilt shop and we have...
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02-11-2011, 10:56 AM
Replies: 80
Views: 13,921
Posted By Deborah2009

I usually don't purchase fat quarters, usually...

I usually don't purchase fat quarters, usually cut them on my own.

But, they are useful for making a set of potholder hotpad fabric trivets, or a waist style apron. You will still need the...
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02-05-2011, 11:42 AM
Replies: 79
Views: 11,697
Posted By Deborah2009

Don't most sewing machines come with a 25 year...

Don't most sewing machines come with a 25 year warranty or guarantee if you pay for it. My original machine came with a 1 year of everything covered no matter what, when you purchase the 3 year...
02-04-2011, 12:15 PM
Replies: 181
Views: 20,820
Posted By Deborah2009

I have used flat rate USPS envelopes alot. Since...

I have used flat rate USPS envelopes alot. Since the rate is the same, can you put cardboard inbetween the fabric and squash the air out of the envelope before sealing it down.

USPS rules do...
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02-03-2011, 02:19 PM
Replies: 93
Views: 10,524
Posted By Deborah2009

Greetings from Phoenix, AZ I buy most of my...

Greetings from Phoenix, AZ
I buy most of my fabric from Walmart, especially David's Textile fabric, very good quality fabric. I also purchase fabric at JoAnne's only with their 40% off coupons. The...
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01-30-2011, 10:53 AM
Replies: 217
Views: 20,940
Posted By Deborah2009

I have 3 sewing machines: One is an older...

I have 3 sewing machines:

One is an older workhorse Sears Kenmore Machine flat bed with cams, its a super high shank 158-17032 machine that I got in 1973 as a requested present. My 2nd Kenmore is...
01-18-2011, 10:17 AM
Replies: 105
Views: 6,576
Posted By Deborah2009

I have lived in Phoenix Arizona since 1976, just...

I have lived in Phoenix Arizona since 1976, just about 2 years after graduating high school in Maryland. A friend was driving to Phoenix and I went along for the drive across the entire US.

It...
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01-14-2011, 04:09 PM
Replies: 73
Views: 11,859
Posted By Deborah2009

No fabric in Phoenix, AZ area Target Stores. ...

No fabric in Phoenix, AZ area Target Stores.

Hobby Lobby has fabric. They took over the older Mervyns stores. Usually I purchase fabric from Walmart (until they redesign the store and fabric...
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01-08-2011, 07:28 AM
Replies: 135
Views: 11,947
Posted By Deborah2009

Jan 8, 2011 Here is another idea for all the...

Jan 8, 2011

Here is another idea for all the creative quilters and sewing hobby people who want to cut fabric comfortably:

Today is the last day for Staples Office Supply Store ad for a 4 foot...
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01-07-2011, 07:55 AM
Replies: 217
Views: 20,940
Posted By Deborah2009

Jan 7, 2010 I have 2 older Sears Kenmore...

Jan 7, 2010

I have 2 older Sears Kenmore machines when first started to create sewing projects: A super high shank machine 158-17032, then I purchased 2nd hand yet never used 148-15600, a nice...
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01-02-2011, 07:18 PM
Replies: 67
Views: 9,408
Posted By Deborah2009

I also store my fabrics in translucent plastic...

I also store my fabrics in translucent plastic drawer sets. Each set of 3 drawers on casters is 25" X 22" X 14" deep; I have 2 of these side by side, giving me 6 drawers to organize all my folded...
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12-28-2010, 11:49 AM
Replies: 89
Views: 8,800
Posted By Deborah2009

I took 2 full levels on my bookshelf with...

I took 2 full levels on my bookshelf with bookends on each sides and organized my store purchased patterns that way. They fit on 2 shelves each 21" wide. Organized by crafts and holiday creations,...
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12-22-2010, 04:03 PM
Replies: 61
Views: 53,150
Posted By Deborah2009

On my Brother 940D you have a choice of stitching...

On my Brother 940D you have a choice of stitching with the regulator that regulates how fast the machine sews, irregardless of how much you push the pedal down. I turned mine off, so if I want to sew...
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12-11-2010, 05:12 PM
Replies: 52
Views: 8,594
Posted By Deborah2009

I also had needed a sewing desk or cabinet for my...

I also had needed a sewing desk or cabinet for my new Brother embroidery machine. The cheapest I could find was a dark brown laminated table, 6 feet long and about 30" deep. Purchased at Office Max...
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10-29-2010, 10:16 AM
Replies: 50
Views: 10,678
Posted By Deborah2009

I would use this special insulating fabric called...

I would use this special insulating fabric called InsulBrite, it is sold by the yard at JoAnnes and at Walmart, if the one near you still sells fabric. I have made many potholder hot pad fabric...
Forum: Main
08-27-2010, 03:56 PM
Replies: 94
Views: 16,204
Posted By Deborah2009

I have handmade potholder hot pad trivets for a...

I have handmade potholder hot pad trivets for a couple years now mainly for sale. I used the InsulBrite insulating fabric from Walmart or JoAnne Fabrics. The shiny side would go towards your cotton...
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08-15-2010, 05:05 PM
Replies: 80
Views: 30,157
Posted By Deborah2009

I have several cones of Overlock thread and...

I have several cones of Overlock thread and Surelock thread for my 2 regular sewing machines. All the cones of thread that I have have a sticker on the inside of them saying that they are 100%...
Forum: Main
07-04-2010, 08:55 AM
Replies: 69
Views: 8,821
Posted By Deborah2009

I wouldn't purchase the one at Walmart either, if...

I wouldn't purchase the one at Walmart either, if they have any left. You can't use the backside. Better to use the 50% or 40% off coupons at Michaels or JoAnne Fabrics for the very same item. I have...
Forum: Main
06-28-2010, 07:25 AM
Replies: 37
Views: 6,318
Posted By Deborah2009

Its only 3.99 a yard here in Phoenix, too, and it...

Its only 3.99 a yard here in Phoenix, too, and it comes doubled like fabric does. Pre heat iron, set on hottest setting whatever it is. Fusible side up, then fabric on it, wrong side down of the...
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06-24-2010, 08:27 AM
Replies: 106
Views: 8,461
Posted By Deborah2009

I was about 10 when I started sewing. Started...

I was about 10 when I started sewing. Started with hems for my family. Mom, Dad, me with my 3 siblings. All the girls are short, so lots of shortning of pants, jeans.

I would buy her fabric that...
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06-21-2010, 07:00 AM
Replies: 114
Views: 14,105
Posted By Deborah2009

There was a rumor about Walmart not carrying...

There was a rumor about Walmart not carrying fabric any more so they are discounting what they have. I live in Phoenix, AZ. One of the Walmarts have already removed all fabric, yet the other one...
Forum: Main
06-17-2010, 08:06 AM
Replies: 76
Views: 12,216
Posted By Deborah2009

Just wondering what the difference is between...

Just wondering what the difference is between quilt spray and Elmers brand craft bond spray adhesive? The stick style spray saves me tons of pinning, especially for larger projects like baby comfort...
Forum: Main
06-12-2010, 04:26 PM
Replies: 51
Views: 6,796
Posted By Deborah2009

Can you stitch the quilt sandwich with the muslin...

Can you stitch the quilt sandwich with the muslin and then add the Cowboy fabric on top of the muslin with this stuff called stitch witchery? Its made to adhere 2 pieces of fabric together with heat...
Forum: Main
06-10-2010, 09:35 PM
Replies: 59
Views: 6,758
Posted By Deborah2009

I recently purchased a full yard + remnant and it...

I recently purchased a full yard + remnant and it has super bright yellow and blue flowers, Hawaiian style.

Going to make a child's size quilt with it. One of the short sides was curved, so I cut...
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