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Old 05-26-2011, 04:13 PM
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Originally Posted by ColesGirl
If you are going to be working on blocks while flying. I would suggest that you cut your pieces before the flight. The only thing you will need to cut is your thread if you hand quilt. I carry a pair of nail clippers to cut my thread. You can also carry a pair of the little plastic scissors kids use. Don't think you're gonna need your rotary cutters. There's just so much room on a plane to even get really comfortable.
I was thinking about the nights after training while i was there for the cutting and sewing
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Old 05-26-2011, 04:22 PM
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I travel often for work - and would bet your laptop bag is not approved - be prepared to pull your laptop out; although you won't have to power it up. Also, I send my laptop power supply cord through with my checked luggage, I think it weighs as much as the laptop and I don't need to carry it. Finally, attitude is a little thing that makes a big difference. You might find out you are staying a nice area where there is lots to do and see. Why not view this as an adventure instead of a trail. And a break from the daily routine! Just sayin!
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Old 05-27-2011, 02:51 AM
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Where in GA are you coming? Can I recommend a quilt shop for you? I love to meet up with other quilters!
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Old 05-27-2011, 03:06 AM
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I bought a 99 cent pair of kids scissors at Joann's and have been able to bring those on the plane. I've taken yoyos to sew and a small knitting project with small wooden knitting needles. I am hoping to have a Pacific Rim reverse applique project ready for our next flight in June.
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Old 05-27-2011, 03:43 AM
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Others have suggested shipping ahead and I just recently read about a man who hasn't checked a bag in over ten years. He ships ahead, breezes through security, and never waits at the luggage area. His luggage is waiting on him at his destination.
If you are going to have lots of down time, it might be worth the trouble and expense to ship your machine and packed up project(s) ahead. And ship them home when you're done. Just think of all that time without interruptions. . . .Bliss! But I would insure my shipment! Most shipping companies will pick up including USPS.
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Others have suggested shipping ahead and I just recently read about a man who hasn't checked a bag in over ten years. He ships ahead, breezes through security, and never waits at the luggage area. His luggage is waiting on him at his destination.
If you are going to have lots of down time, it might be worth the trouble and expense to ship your machine and packed up project(s) ahead. And ship them home when you're done. Just think of all that time without interruptions. . . .Bliss! But I would insure my shipment! Most shipping companies will pick up including USPS.
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Old 05-27-2011, 03:50 AM
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Originally Posted by wytetygeress
So next week i have to go to GA for training. I will have my nights free, So i am wondering if any of you have flown, What can i bring? There is no way that my Designer SE is going in baggage check, but what about my rotatory blade or scissors? Thanks bunches
Wyte
do you knit? when i fly i knit dish cloths.
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Old 05-27-2011, 03:59 AM
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I've read that some quilters bring dental floss to cut thread. Have a safe trip.
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Last winter, I took my handembroidery on the plane. I used dental floss container to cut thread, doesn't work well. A blunt scissors can be used on the plane.
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Old 05-27-2011, 04:15 AM
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if you need a "cutter" take your dental floss. the little blade that cuts the floss works wonderful for thread. not fabric, but that at least allows you to do some sewing!
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