tropit

"If you blow air into your bobbin case then you'll never know where the lint will go to and it can ruin your machine."

I'm not so sure about that. I know that with older machines that just isn't true. The basic sewing machine is pretty simple. All you have to do is open up the bottom tray of the machine and there they sit at the bottom, all of those little dust bunnies, patiently waiting to be released. Even if they did get "brave" and mingle with the machine parts, it's a dust bunny against a big, tempered, steel rod...no contest.

Now, I can't vouch for the newer, fancy machines. Maybe the dust might affect the computer workings...I dunno.

~C

tropit

Yes! That's exactly why that rumor persists and it's for a good reason. SHHHH...don't tell your family members it's just a myth. Let them believe and live in fear if they ever mess with your scissors.

~C

NatalieF

You can't use bedsheets as quilting fabric as the weave is too tight. I use them all the time with no issues. I just don't reach for 1200 count Egyptian cotton ones.

The large spools of serger thread are a weaker cheap thread and can't be used for quilting or general sewing as they'll break more easily. I've tested mine by sewing a scrap piece of fabric and tried to pull it apart...and tried, and tried.... and I also tried to melt the darn stuff while ironing it. Actually held my iron in place for about 20 to 30 seconds (which I would never normally do) and it held beautifully so I definitely use polyester serging thread to piece and quilt.

doris.meek13088

Wouldn't our grandmothers (and more generations before that) be surprised about the first one??
I am still trying to find a way to get the second side to look good after machine stitching but I know it can be done.
I feel that my dog is a very valued member of my family and I hope he find comfort sleeping on a quilt I made.
Bad people are those that expect a reaction of any kind for any gift they give. I want the people that I care enough about to be honest with me. If the colors are not right or if it is the wrong size, I want to be told so I can make them what they will love and find another home for the one that was just not right.
What, pre-cuts are not perfect? Tell me it is not so!!!!!!!!!

madamekelly

Also, early paper was made of less refined wood pulp, so bits of grit were not uncommon, so back then you would not want your "good" scissors used instead of the home "shears" that were used on sheep, horses, skins, etc.

KatFish

You must wash all fabrics that you are using in a quilt.

NZquilter

Good to know I just ordered both her log cabin and quick trip books, but I was dubious about the "quilt-in-a-day" part!

madamekelly

Unless you have the same support staff she does, it might just take you a little longer. That is my story, and I am sticking to it. Lol.

equigle5

This is good. Wish this was around when I first started quilting.
I bought into the only hand quilted quilts are true quilts. I was so naive.

bearisgray

I do - I am basically a no-fuss person - minimizes the chances for a lot of "fuss and bother" later.