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pleat trick?
A dear neighbor has gone quite mad about her new embroidery machine. She's brought me a pattern for a size 2 little girl dress that would be perfect for her new skill. It is a very simple a-line...
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Singer 306w
Just was given an older sewing machine. A Singer 306w. It was working fine until the bobbin ran out. Now I can't get the bobbin and the needle to connect. Seems like the needle isn't long enough. Can...
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endless bobbin
can you tell me if there is an endless bobbin feature on the SE-350 machine and if so, how does it work? If not... is there something you can buy to get that feature added to your machine.??? __( )_ (...
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Hello from Juno
Dear Lisa, We are home for a couple of days and have to go to Amherst, Saturday, for the weekend. I plan on going to the Mall tomorrow or Friday, would you like to come with me. Please let me know....
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Exercising Self Control *was* Bernina 830 vs Elna 500
Got to laugh! Was shopping on Ebay for a walking foot for the Bernina 930, when I spotted an auction for a sewing machine with less than 3 minutes remaining. The minimum bid I could make was $26.99;...
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OT Plum butter
I made a small batch of plum butter today. 2 pounds of plums chopped and 3/4 cup apple juice concentrate, cinnamon and some fresh ginger. Cooked it about 25 minutes then gave it a whirl with the stick...
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Dongle needed
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a very special dress
Thanks for sharing! Barbara in SC
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Bernina 830 vs Elna 500
Hello, I'd like some sewing machine advice. I was given a Elna 500 Electronic in the mid- 80s, and recently I inherited a Bernina 830 record electronic. Both machines seem to be the same vintage,...
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some pics to share
Hey All, Remember a while back when I was looking for directions on how to turn a t-shirt into a baby romper? Well, thought I'd better update on that one. The project went alright. Few glitches. The...
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New to Quilting
Hi I would like to learn to quilt. Can anyone tell me what supplies I would need to get started? Is there a good book out there for people just getting started? I have a basic sewing machine. Is this...
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More of the Sacque: Purple pleats and pewter lace!
The bits I forgot to post before! It looks like I forgot to post the bit about doing the pleats in the back of my sacque, so here goes... These pleats in the back of the sacques are the very devil to...
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Att: Beverly (and anyone else who is interestedl)
I was at Joann's earlier today and noticed the Sewers Aid on the notions wall and wanted to make sure you knew that all the notions are on sale for 50% off. I picked up a 25 yard box of elastic that...
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Frilling stuff!
The frills on the caraco... The trim on the caraco. The frills on the caraco. I just love them! First the ribbon was pleated up and pinned. That got pinned to the neck and sleeve edges. And then it...
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Paging Juno
Juno, I hope all is secure at your place on the Cape! I've been watching the news on Earl, I'm concerned about your property, it appears the storm will pass right over Cape Cod. Sign in please?
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