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    Forum: Main
    03-31-2014, 05:09 PM
    Replies: 13
    Views: 2,252
    Posted By snipforfun

    If you are using flannel as batting, be sure you...

    If you are using flannel as batting, be sure you pre wash it. Flannel has a reputation of shrinking.
    Forum: Main
    03-30-2014, 11:57 AM
    Replies: 39
    Views: 10,046
    Posted By snipforfun

    Too bad it wasnt developed for paper piecing

    Too bad it wasnt developed for paper piecing
    Forum: Machine Embroidery
    03-29-2014, 09:09 PM
    Replies: 3,799
    Views: 694,833
    Posted By snipforfun

    I pretty much use Isacord but Robison Anton...

    I pretty much use Isacord but Robison Anton sometimes. Both are quality polyester embroidery thread. I get it from discountembroiderysupply.com. Free shipping!
    Forum: Main
    03-29-2014, 12:11 PM
    Replies: 42
    Views: 6,916
    Posted By snipforfun

    I actually have 2 of them. One for the house and...

    I actually have 2 of them. One for the house and one in the car for trips to stores. I use many of the functions. I like that it factors in seam allowances, extra yardage for backing that gets...
    Forum: Machine Embroidery
    03-29-2014, 11:47 AM
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    Views: 694,833
    Posted By snipforfun

    Be sure the thread is 40 wt. embroidery (I buy ...

    Be sure the thread is 40 wt. embroidery (I buy online) and bobbin thread is 60 wt. Just dont go overboard in the beginning. Especially with the thread
    Forum: Main
    03-29-2014, 08:47 AM
    Replies: 14
    Views: 2,515
    Posted By snipforfun

    Forgot to mention that the quilts in this book...

    Forgot to mention that the quilts in this book are all made with triangles from 2 fabrics. 2 sets sewn together to make a block. So easy! No messing around with HSTs
    Forum: Main
    03-29-2014, 04:26 AM
    Replies: 14
    Views: 2,515
    Posted By snipforfun

    I made this quilt but never finished it because...

    I made this quilt but never finished it because way too much cutting all those zig zags! Guess I should pull it out and do a little at a time.
    Forum: Main
    03-29-2014, 04:15 AM
    Replies: 14
    Views: 2,515
    Posted By snipforfun

    Im starting one from the book Strip Smart Quilts...

    Im starting one from the book Strip Smart Quilts II page 13. Recommended to use a special ruler. But I think you could use a 60 degree ruler and just make more blocks. I think using the chevron...
    Forum: Main
    03-28-2014, 06:48 AM
    Replies: 29
    Views: 6,089
    Posted By snipforfun

    The picture is on the front cover

    The picture is on the front cover
    Forum: Main
    03-27-2014, 06:11 PM
    Replies: 36
    Views: 6,214
    Posted By snipforfun

    I stitch in place at the beginning and end....

    I stitch in place at the beginning and end. Depending on the quilt I either just snip close or thread to the back and snip
    Forum: Main
    03-24-2014, 05:09 AM
    Replies: 18
    Views: 3,664
    Posted By snipforfun

    [QUOTE=SlightlyOffQuilter;6637468]did she mean...

    [QUOTE=SlightlyOffQuilter;6637468]did she mean Mariner's Compass perhaps ? I have done a Swoon quilt with a Nautical Theme personally but I doubt that is the one she was talking about LOL

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    Forum: Main
    03-24-2014, 04:39 AM
    Replies: 55
    Views: 9,637
    Posted By snipforfun

    es The feed pin is one of the best features...

    es

    The feed pin is one of the best features this machine has. I really like it especially when putting on binding. Kinda like another walking foot. Well maybe a mini walking foot. Sometimes a...
    Forum: Main
    03-21-2014, 04:01 PM
    Replies: 16
    Views: 5,940
    Posted By snipforfun

    Perle cotton. Good site ...

    Perle cotton. Good site http://annamariahorner.blogspot.com/2010/03/stitch.html
    Forum: Main
    03-21-2014, 04:37 AM
    Replies: 101
    Views: 24,578
    Posted By snipforfun

    I remember she said it is 100" X 100"! Kinda big...

    I remember she said it is 100" X 100"! Kinda big to frame?
    Forum: Main
    03-20-2014, 11:51 AM
    Replies: 101
    Views: 24,578
    Posted By snipforfun

    You need the software to do this project. This...

    You need the software to do this project. This isnt a hard project, just tedious. Its kind of like painting by numbers. You scan in your photo then your fabrics then a printed chart of squares...
    Forum: Main
    03-19-2014, 04:27 PM
    Replies: 101
    Views: 24,578
    Posted By snipforfun

    There are a zillion seams in this quilt. ...

    There are a zillion seams in this quilt. Quilting will be a challenge for LA. Because I gave away the one
    I made I cant remember how I quilted it. I just know it was simple and I dont think I...
    Forum: Main
    03-19-2014, 02:17 PM
    Replies: 101
    Views: 24,578
    Posted By snipforfun

    I made one of my grandson. I took a class and the...

    I made one of my grandson. I took a class and the teacher had the software. I finished it and thought I would throw it away because it looked terrible. I held it up for DH to see and he was wowed!...
    Forum: Main
    03-19-2014, 10:40 AM
    Replies: 11
    Views: 12,266
    Posted By snipforfun

    I prefer 505 as it is not permanent. I get it...

    I prefer 505 as it is not permanent. I get it from joann.com. Very often they have it for half price. Not carried in their stores. 404 becomes permanent once you get it positioned and it stays on...
    Forum: Main
    03-18-2014, 09:59 PM
    Replies: 101
    Views: 17,456
    Posted By snipforfun

    When I want to put notes in MY books or patterns,...

    When I want to put notes in MY books or patterns, i attach a strip of REMOVABLE tape on the page and write on that. Can be easily removed if desired with no damage to the paper.
    Forum: Main
    03-18-2014, 08:02 AM
    Replies: 20
    Views: 7,507
    Posted By snipforfun

    I made 2 quilts with Vintage Modern. Came out...

    I made 2 quilts with Vintage Modern. Came out beautiful. I do think the Thimble blossoms blocks are way too large and I got tired making it. The 2nd one I used the smaller double nickel one and...
    Forum: Main
    03-17-2014, 04:31 PM
    Replies: 17
    Views: 1,875
    Posted By snipforfun

    The white boards will dull your blades faster.

    The white boards will dull your blades faster.
    Forum: Main
    03-08-2014, 09:19 PM
    Replies: 21
    Views: 3,818
    Posted By snipforfun

    I took classes from Sally Collins. Amazing...

    I took classes from Sally Collins. Amazing techniques. Miniatures are different from a small version of a large quilt. Her book Mastering Precision Piecing is worth the purchase. Carol Doak also...
    Forum: Main
    03-07-2014, 02:41 PM
    Replies: 10
    Views: 1,495
    Posted By snipforfun

    Get in touch with the designer and she what she...

    Get in touch with the designer and she what she suggests. http://www.patchworktimes.com/patterns/
    Forum: Main
    03-05-2014, 04:22 PM
    Replies: 95
    Views: 13,336
    Posted By snipforfun

    Our high schools even have and teach long arming...

    Our high schools even have and teach long arming quilting machines. Sewing is required for boys and girls
    Forum: Main
    03-05-2014, 10:47 AM
    Replies: 8
    Views: 3,272
    Posted By snipforfun

    Waste of money! Just adjust your regular bobbin...

    Waste of money! Just adjust your regular bobbin if you are using a thin thread
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