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    Forum: Main
    02-07-2011, 04:35 AM
    Replies: 218
    Views: 26,764
    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: 3,507
    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: 11,216
    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: 17,614
    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: 18,433
    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: 18,433
    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: 2,121
    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: 23,718
    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: 8,026
    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: 19,905
    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: 6,254
    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: 3,662
    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: 5,598
    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: 11,817
    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: 7,981
    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: 4,611
    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: 18,195
    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: 8,824
    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: 9,983
    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: 4,843
    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: 5,101
    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: 3,251
    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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