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Needle up/down on Viking Lily 550
A few months ago I was lucky enough to buy a good used Lily 550. One of the features I looked forward to is the choice of needle up or down, but after -------------------------------------...
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Notches on a bodice pattern?
Hi Guys, I'm doing pattern alterations for a fuller bust on this dress: the bust point is not marked on the bodice. Am I correct in thinking that the notches at the armhole, side seam and empire seam...
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Insulated Shopping Bag
I just added pictures of the finished tote here: "I learned a valuable lesson..." :-}
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Finished the apron for DD's birthday
Cutting it a little close, her BD is tomorrow. ordered some insulated shopping bags, 'm planning to get her logo embroidered on the outside pocket one of one of them as well
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this and that some OT some not
Well, DD started college today. She's staying at home at least this first year and going to the University of Arkansas. It's 20 minutes away. :) I still cried. lol Peach season has been in full swing...
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Another update on my Kenmore
The Kenmore has been fixed and I picked it up today. It sews like a dream. Smooth and quiet, nice stitch. The sewing machine guy went over it with a fine tooth comb. Cleaned it all up, inside and out....
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Look what Brown can do for me!
My nice UPS guy just delivered several spools Maderia thread I ordered online: 983-66 MADEIRA SUPERTWIST #30 GREEN 983-307 MADEIRA SUPERTWIST #30 BLUE PURPLE 983-18 MADEIRA SUPERTWIST #30 RED PINK...
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Up date on Kenmore prezzie
I brought my "giftee" Kenmore in today to have it fixed. The service guy didn't think there were any major problem. HE said he would clean it up, check the wiring and let me know if it will cost me...
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Bust alterations in vertical princess seams?
Hi, I'm going to make this nightgown and was wondering if you guys can advise on altering the pattern for larger cup size. The times I've done such alterations were on bust seams that ended at the...
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Janome serger question
Hancock Fabrics has a sale starting tomorrow on Sewing machines and 2 of the 3 sergers. So I went up there this evening before dark and the very nice manager let me go ahead and get the items I wanted...
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Sewing machine frequently asked questions New post
I put the what sewing machine should i but FAQ's up on my site. I did clear this with Penny, she thought it a great idea.
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Not deep fried and smothered in chocolate, just swathes of chocolate coloured silk!
The three bridesmaids so far: INGA: flamingos go: should be cutting stencils... I'm procrastinating! Must get on, this one needs to be finished for tomorrow evening!
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Sewing Machine Recommendation
Hello I'm looking for a recommendation for a sewing machine. I don't sew myself so I don't know where to start. The machine is for my niece who is turing 10 next month. She's been interested in...
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Probably best not to operate your sewing machines,,,
...after a big cup of coffee! "Scientists at the United States National Aeronautics and Space Administration (NASA) have turned their attention from the mysteries of the cosmos to a more esoteric area...
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Non-Electric Sergers?
Not long ago I happened to get close enough to a plain-dressed baby to see that the flounce on her sleeve was overlocked, rather than hemmed. I don't think that she was from a sect that eschews...
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