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Re: Oiling Sewing Machine - OK to use 3 in 1 oil?
Well, I just stumbled into this on a google search 25 years later. Keith, if you’re still around, thanks so much for this! Very helpful! Phoebe > Keith Huggett.
 
What is the name of a fold-lock opening?
There is a style of pillow case that works rather like a fold-top sandwich bag. One hems the ends of a strip of fabric as wide as the desired case (plus seam allowances) and a bit more than twice as...
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Singer Deluxe Monogrammer Cams comparison (2023 Update)
I've just purchased a Singer 401A and want to know if the cams from my Singer Low Shank Deluxe Monogrammer cams will work in the Singer Slant Needle Deluxe Monogrammer. A Monogrammer head is available...
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pattern is too large for frame (2023 Update)
I have a Brother SE626. I often get a "The pattern is too large for the extra large embroidery frame" error. I think I am within the00mm (4 in.) size at the far left corner of the 4" paper size, but I...
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Well, duh!
I had torn thirty-four inches of muslin off the roll, zig-zagged the torn edges together, and washed and dryer-dried it several times, and today I sat on the porch to take the zig-zagging out. I was...
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Do as I say, not as I do.
When you hang a garment on the to-be-repaired hook, pin a note to it saying why, even if you are absolutely, positootly one-hundred percent sure that you will get at it this very day.
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Safety Pins (2023 Update)
For years, I've checked every display of safety pins I come across for coilless pins suitable for hanging bodkins on my needle display, tethering coil safety pins, and so forth. This week I learned...
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Capital sewing machine. Need help identifying (2023 Update)
This is a old sewing machine I need help identifying it says Capital I believe I provided the model number and serial. I can’t find any information online though
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Notes for blog
Saturday, 19 March 2022 Eh, this is in the drafts folder, I might as well send it. isn't exactly crowded. I assumed that I could copy the post onto the clipboard, then open and paste it, but it turned...
 
Singer Athena 2000: A Comprehensive Guide to Identifying its Features and Quality before Purchase (2023 Update)
Hi folks - I noticed this machine + cabinet at a nearby auction and wondered if anyone here has knowledge or experience with it ? A bit of internet searching seems to indicate that it is mid-late...
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Needle-threader case
The last time my teeth were cleaned, the hygenist prescribed fuzzy toothpicks to clean between my teeth and under my bridge. Each package of "soft picks" comes with a "convenient case" for carrying a...
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What is the Best Brand of Thread for Piecing Light to Medium Weight Quilting Cotton? (2023 Update)
What brand of thread is recommended for piecing light to medium weight quilting cotton?
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Singer Professional XL 5000: Is it still working with Windows 10? (2023 Update)
Please help me. I want to buy a Singer xl5000 used but don't know if it will run with windows 10 . Can I load my own logo . Thanks from Italy
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where to find cheap long pile imitation faux fur?
I'm looking to buy about a square yard of faux fur for a project. Does not have to be real to save costs, but needs to have a long length. I'm having a lot of trouble finding any online without having...
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Posterboard substitute for oaktag? (2023 Update)
When I was last in a Dollar Tree, I noticed that their "posterboard" would probably be an excellent substitute for oaktag, though it might be a tad thinner. And it comes in plain, easy-to-write-on...
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