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Forum: Main
02-07-2011, 04:35 AM
Replies: 218
Views: 22,406
Posted By sumfire812

I think a walking foot a must. When sewing...

I think a walking foot a must. When sewing designer clothing it helps making plaids, stripes join the top and bottom of fabric move together and tend not to shift.
Forum: Links and Resources
12-17-2010, 01:01 PM
Replies: 20
Views: 3,114
Posted By sumfire812

I have done a class with one of Judy Neimyer and...

I have done a class with one of Judy Neimyer and it was paper pieceing and included the material and I went to the quilt shop to do this and it cost me around $300.00. It was the Hawaiian Star...
Forum: Main
07-30-2010, 03:11 AM
Replies: 94
Views: 9,471
Posted By sumfire812

instead of paper templates I use the thin...

instead of paper templates I use the thin chopping mat I found 3 for $1.00 at the flea market. It trims up great with the heavy duty scissors.
Forum: Main
03-04-2010, 10:51 AM
Replies: 107
Views: 14,300
Posted By sumfire812

I've used a Viking and I bought a BabyLock more...

I've used a Viking and I bought a BabyLock more bells and whistles and user friendly and cost effective, plus almost all models have threading and scissors function. The Ellissimo the top of the...
Forum: Main
02-15-2010, 02:55 PM
Replies: 75
Views: 16,104
Posted By sumfire812

[Has anyone done one of these. I'm completely...

[Has anyone done one of these. I'm completely confused about how to go about making one. I've found the panels on line but I'd still need directions. Is there a lesson on them somewhere? I'm...
Forum: Main
02-14-2010, 08:00 AM
Replies: 75
Views: 16,104
Posted By sumfire812

I have worked on this and I took design and...

I have worked on this and I took design and traced on paper the various areas and picked material and cut approx 1/4 in. around and did just as an applicate. and glued or use back of materials with...
Forum: Main
01-31-2010, 11:04 AM
Replies: 15
Views: 1,568
Posted By sumfire812

When using a satin stitch I use a stabilizer and...

When using a satin stitch I use a stabilizer and I also make sure my foot has that little groove that allows for the bulk of the thread so it moves smoothly. good luck EM
Forum: Main
01-26-2010, 09:03 AM
Replies: 130
Views: 21,576
Posted By sumfire812

I made a OBW but it is unfinished need to put on...

I made a OBW but it is unfinished need to put on borders and finish. UFO. I love it. Will do another one but I am moving soon and packing and my spouse is very ill. I have made a 3x5 card index...
Forum: Main
01-26-2010, 08:52 AM
Replies: 75
Views: 6,632
Posted By sumfire812

I mentioned to my son that I would make him a...

I mentioned to my son that I would make him a quilt and he stated that I would have to check with his wife as she wouldn't be happy with same. I had made my other 3 children quilts and they accepted...
Forum: Main
01-26-2010, 08:38 AM
Replies: 123
Views: 17,006
Posted By sumfire812

FABRIC QUALITY - same print, design, and name is...

FABRIC QUALITY - same print, design, and name is sold at both LQS, online, and Joannes - difference is 2nds. I went to Hancock in Paducah and the fabric is top notch but the personnel is snooty. I...
Forum: Main
01-10-2010, 08:16 AM
Replies: 62
Views: 5,323
Posted By sumfire812

I am still trying to get my fabric organized. I...

I am still trying to get my fabric organized. I take a strip of 2 1/2 off of the end and measure the balance of my larger pieces and mark bin on the yardage piece of paper that I attach to the 2 1/2...
Forum: Pictures
01-10-2010, 08:04 AM
Replies: 30
Views: 2,704
Posted By sumfire812

have you thought of doing piano key boarder using...

have you thought of doing piano key boarder using the different teams?
Forum: Main
01-09-2010, 08:24 AM
Replies: 38
Views: 5,115
Posted By sumfire812

I bought a Martelli (www.martellinotions.com) it...

I bought a Martelli (www.martellinotions.com) it doesn't warp. I do not like the very large white mats at Joannes the do not heal very well. I also have the Olfa, Fiskar.
Forum: Main
01-09-2010, 08:10 AM
Replies: 96
Views: 10,318
Posted By sumfire812

If they do not like your price state that you...

If they do not like your price state that you could show them how to do it and let them know how much time it will take for them and all the supplies they will need to purchase and cost of same and...
Forum: Main
01-09-2010, 08:05 AM
Replies: 75
Views: 5,880
Posted By sumfire812

Never sew over your pins if you can help it,...

Never sew over your pins if you can help it, especially if your machine is computerized. If you should hit one of the pins it could cause your machine to go out of time and be an expensive repair. ...
Forum: General Chit-Chat (non-quilting talk)
12-31-2009, 03:11 PM
Replies: 51
Views: 3,923
Posted By sumfire812

Our doctor perscribed fish oil. My husband takes...

Our doctor perscribed fish oil. My husband takes the 3,6,9 Omega vitamens lowers triglycerides and Cholesterol. If you have problem with triglycerides the best is cinnamon. My husband's had very...
Forum: Main
12-23-2009, 04:46 AM
Replies: 29
Views: 16,432
Posted By sumfire812

What stitch length are you using? I had been...

What stitch length are you using? I had been told to set it at 0 now that really broke my needle a lot as I was trying to move the quilt while the needle was down. I change it to 2 and it works...
Forum: Main
12-23-2009, 04:36 AM
Replies: 66
Views: 7,241
Posted By sumfire812

I have the Ellisimo, BabyLock and it has many...

I have the Ellisimo, BabyLock and it has many wonderful features = self threading, option to use the quilt foot up, needle down feature, great lighting, includes almost all the feet that you could...
Forum: Main
12-17-2009, 12:43 PM
Replies: 44
Views: 7,524
Posted By sumfire812

For a quilted jacket I have used muslin for the...

For a quilted jacket I have used muslin for the foundation/batting as I live in Florida. You would cut piece of material larger than required and if printed free motion the design. You may not need...
Forum: Main
12-17-2009, 12:09 PM
Replies: 33
Views: 3,728
Posted By sumfire812

I like the new rotary cutter that goes lefty or...

I like the new rotary cutter that goes lefty or righty Olfa it is more costly but it would allow you to cut with either hand.
Forum: Main
12-06-2009, 09:24 AM
Replies: 25
Views: 4,568
Posted By sumfire812

I did a reversable quilted all at the same time. ...

I did a reversable quilted all at the same time. I would take pictures but I haven't a clue how to do it but I love the ones all the other members pass on.
Forum: General Chit-Chat (non-quilting talk)
11-29-2009, 07:18 AM
Replies: 39
Views: 2,368
Posted By sumfire812

:) My grandmother's fresh baked bread with olive...

:) My grandmother's fresh baked bread with olive oil. Clean linen on your bed time to dream. Aqua Net hairspray getting ready for work. Old English after shave my first boyfriend. Canalope on a hot...
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