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    Search: Posts Made By: constantine63
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    Forum: Main
    04-09-2026, 12:13 PM
    Replies: 8
    Views: 722
    Posted By constantine63

    I have had this machine since 2017 and love it. ...

    I have had this machine since 2017 and love it. I have not had any issues. I do keep the bobbin area clean with twice yearly vacuuming but that is all I've ever had to do to it. It has the power I...
    Forum: Main
    07-11-2024, 12:36 PM
    Replies: 17
    Views: 3,535
    Posted By constantine63

    I have the J350 Miyabi which I believe is the...

    I have the J350 Miyabi which I believe is the newer version of the 2200QVP. I get good results with a Gros-Beckert 110/18, which is a #4, needle when using 40wt thread. On my machine, I adjust the...
    Forum: Main
    06-18-2024, 09:14 AM
    Replies: 15
    Views: 8,744
    Posted By constantine63

    I have a quilt made some time ago that I really...

    I have a quilt made some time ago that I really like and I do not recall the pattern I used. It's driving me crazy. I have photographed every quilt that I have made and I have each in a separate...
    Forum: Main
    01-03-2024, 11:19 AM
    Replies: 6
    Views: 2,115
    Posted By constantine63

    The dollar store version that I had was called 5...

    The dollar store version that I had was called 5 Second Fix. It comes with its own uv light. The high end version of uv activated glue is called Bondic and I see that Home Depot sells Superweld...
    Forum: Main
    01-02-2024, 10:27 AM
    Replies: 6
    Views: 2,115
    Posted By constantine63

    Ruler Repair Tip

    I was using my favorite arc ruler with my longarm and managed to get it under the hopping foot. The result of this was shattered chunk that left a nick in the side. This would be visible in the...
    Forum: Main
    06-08-2023, 01:09 PM
    Replies: 7
    Views: 2,853
    Posted By constantine63

    I've been using this for piecing and I really...

    I've been using this for piecing and I really like it for that purpose. It is finer than my 50wt cotton but strong. It's become my preferred piecing thread.

    WAWAK Perform-X Poly Wrapped Poly...
    Forum: Main
    12-28-2022, 08:55 AM
    Replies: 15
    Views: 3,046
    Posted By constantine63

    I just finished a two color Hunters Star for a...

    I just finished a two color Hunters Star for a wedding gift. It might be a good pattern for you.
    Forum: Main
    12-18-2021, 01:26 PM
    Replies: 23
    Views: 28,571
    Posted By constantine63

    Ohio State Quilt

    A few years ago I made this for my husband. It's large! All done in flannel. Ohio State has a block "O" logo and their colors are scarlet and grey. I used half square triangles to get the angles...
    Forum: Main
    05-24-2021, 10:15 AM
    Replies: 63
    Views: 8,247
    Posted By constantine63

    Wonderful quilt! Congratulations.

    Wonderful quilt! Congratulations.
    Forum: Main
    05-24-2021, 10:14 AM
    Replies: 24
    Views: 4,536
    Posted By constantine63

    I just bought 2 bolts of 2 grey tones from...

    I just bought 2 bolts of 2 grey tones from Marshall Dry Goods. It is there Dream Cotton line from the Wholesale link. Its a nice fabric. $2.55 a yard when you buy the bolt, plus shipping.
    Forum: Main
    02-15-2021, 03:31 PM
    Replies: 19
    Views: 7,909
    Posted By constantine63

    Thank you. I think that yours is more fabulous! ...

    Thank you. I think that yours is more fabulous! I give you props for all those curved seams!
    My quilt was super easy. This was on Youtube: The Three Dudes Quilt: Easy Quilting with Rob...
    Forum: Main
    02-11-2021, 10:30 AM
    Replies: 19
    Views: 7,909
    Posted By constantine63

    Overall I like the Boundless line and find the...

    Overall I like the Boundless line and find the quality to be good. There were a few that I thought were just okay but the majority of the line was very nice. In fact, the main reason for my Blueprint...
    Forum: Main
    01-17-2021, 02:34 PM
    Replies: 14
    Views: 2,488
    Posted By constantine63

    Hello everyone, apologies for being late in...

    Hello everyone, apologies for being late in getting back. Long story short, I was waiting for a reply from my cousin about the quilt top, hoping that she might have a bit more info on it. Around...
    Forum: Main
    01-10-2021, 01:45 PM
    Replies: 14
    Views: 2,488
    Posted By constantine63

    Thank you Eparys for the suggestion. I will have...

    Thank you Eparys for the suggestion. I will have to look locally to see if I can find anyone who had knowledge in this area.
    Forum: Main
    01-10-2021, 01:43 PM
    Replies: 14
    Views: 2,488
    Posted By constantine63

    Thank you for this, that is good to know. I...

    Thank you for this, that is good to know.
    I really don't have much interest in the monetary value but historically, I don't want to do something to it that would ruin it.
    I know that someone long...
    Forum: Main
    01-10-2021, 11:48 AM
    Replies: 14
    Views: 2,488
    Posted By constantine63

    Need advice for an antique top

    Hi Everyone,
    I'm looking for advice for an antique quilt top that I have. I'm guessing that it is well over 100 years old. I've had it in storage for about 35 years.
    It is all hand stitched and a...
    Forum: Pictures
    01-03-2021, 10:00 AM
    Replies: 25
    Views: 3,963
    Posted By constantine63

    I am so glad that you posted this. I just...

    I am so glad that you posted this. I just ordered an Accuquilt and while waiting for it to be delivered, I went down the rabbit hole of looking at all the dies, This one really stood out to me and...
    Forum: Main
    10-29-2020, 02:35 PM
    Replies: 24
    Views: 8,099
    Posted By constantine63

    When I got my longarm I found two, old, worn...

    When I got my longarm I found two, old, worn sheets that I used to sandwich scraps of batting that I had sewn together.
    I then stitched lines top to bottom, about 12" apart as well as both sides...
    Forum: Main
    11-06-2019, 09:32 AM
    Replies: 4
    Views: 1,087
    Posted By constantine63

    I have the Juki DX 2000 QVP and really like it. ...

    I have the Juki DX 2000 QVP and really like it. Two years in and no repairs needed. I realize you are asking about a different model but the manufacturer is the same and I would assume the quality...
    Forum: Main
    09-11-2019, 03:04 AM
    Replies: 31
    Views: 15,310
    Posted By constantine63

    To 'steamproof' my ironing table I covered the...

    To 'steamproof' my ironing table I covered the plywood with aluminum foil before adding the batting and final cover. Water won't penetrate though the foil and it is easy to wrap around the plywood...
    Forum: Main
    08-31-2019, 01:20 PM
    Replies: 23
    Views: 4,480
    Posted By constantine63

    I have a Juki 2000QVP and am very happy with it. ...

    I have a Juki 2000QVP and am very happy with it. Comes with many accessories, including the knee lift which I don't think I ever want to be without. Also, the foot pedal has a second position that...
    Forum: Main
    06-12-2019, 04:50 AM
    Replies: 7
    Views: 1,807
    Posted By constantine63

    Also recommending Photoshop Elements. The...

    Also recommending Photoshop Elements. The editing features are more than you need but the ones you will be using are easy to master. The Organizer component of this software is nice and it allows...
    Forum: Main
    05-02-2019, 06:35 AM
    Replies: 34
    Views: 10,928
    Posted By constantine63

    I bought the import blades on ebay. They work...

    I bought the import blades on ebay. They work fine for me in a no brand cutter. I have the Grace Truesharp 2 electric sharpener. After each cutting project I sharpen the blade, alternating 20 - 30...
    Forum: Main
    04-19-2019, 09:08 AM
    Replies: 18
    Views: 4,293
    Posted By constantine63

    Rubbing alcohol (70% isopropyl) often works well...

    Rubbing alcohol (70% isopropyl) often works well to remove inks. Wet with the alcohol then blot to remove the ink. The alcohol with evaporate.
    Forum: Main
    04-11-2019, 03:14 AM
    Replies: 21
    Views: 2,710
    Posted By constantine63

    I use an old plastic credit card. Held at an...

    I use an old plastic credit card. Held at an angle across the mat, it works pretty well.
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