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String Piecing on adding machine paper

Old 01-02-2015, 10:31 PM
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I was just on the Staples website and they have 3" tape for $1.59 a role. That wasn't as bad as having to buy 50 rolls of it which is what I found on Amazon.
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Could you use muslin or a lightweight stabilizer? Then you wouldn't have to remove it. If not why?
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Old 01-15-2015, 05:11 AM
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what an awesome idea... Sue, thank you for posting and sharing.
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Old 01-16-2015, 07:28 AM
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I really love this but I'm new to quilting. Can I ask why the machine paper is used. It this considered paper piecing? If so, when do you tear the paper off??
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Old 01-16-2015, 10:58 AM
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Just go to an office supply store in your area - the ones that used to sell copiers, cash registers, adding machines, typewriters, etc. There should be one around somewhere. I buy old paper tape rolls that have yellowed for about 25¢ apiece. Let your fingers do your walking - take your phone book and look up office supply stores - mom & pops stores are best. Good luck.

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I was just on the Staples website and they have 3" tape for $1.59 a role. That wasn't as bad as having to buy 50 rolls of it which is what I found on Amazon.
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Old 01-19-2015, 03:21 AM
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Awwww, htat is so easy, why did I not think of it. It would have been a lot of use.
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Great idea - can we see some of the quilts you used this in........... or have you posted and I just didn't see them???
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If you go to your local newspaper office you can get sheets or rolls of news print un-used and cut into strips. that is what I have done and it comes of nicely after sewing the strips. Food for thought......
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Wow! that is a great idea, thanks
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looks like a great method,thanks for sharing
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