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    Search: Posts Made By: english rose
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    Forum: Main
    12-12-2008, 08:17 AM
    Replies: 12
    Views: 2,455
    Posted By english rose

    I have recent taught myself to do free motion...

    I have recent taught myself to do free motion stipple. Have a look at www.sharonschambernetwork.com - an excellent tutorial. I also learned the value of sticking some teflon sheet onto the machine...
    Forum: Main
    11-13-2008, 07:10 AM
    Replies: 11
    Views: 1,965
    Posted By english rose

    I have just mastered the art of stippling. Here...

    I have just mastered the art of stippling. Here are my tips -
    lower feed dogs
    set stitch length to 0
    if you have option set needle in down position - it prevents unwanted movement when you stop...
    Forum: Main
    10-21-2008, 01:26 PM
    Replies: 13
    Views: 1,858
    Posted By english rose

    I may well be too late to help you but here is a...

    I may well be too late to help you but here is a tip for sewing circles.
    You will need a drawing pin and say a large band aid. Push the sharp pin up through to the centre of the non sticky side of...
    Forum: Main
    10-21-2008, 01:05 PM
    Replies: 13
    Views: 1,810
    Posted By english rose

    Try putting them in the freezer for a day. Then...

    Try putting them in the freezer for a day. Then test for strength and use if ok.
    Forum: Main
    09-23-2008, 01:01 PM
    Replies: 36
    Views: 3,432
    Posted By english rose

    Whilst on holiday in Arizona we purchased a small...

    Whilst on holiday in Arizona we purchased a small hand-made tile about 3"square . It was a mountaon range or a sea scape (still not sure which)with an enormous setting sun. I took that to make a...
    Forum: Main
    09-21-2008, 01:36 PM
    Replies: 8
    Views: 3,558
    Posted By english rose

    I have a set of plastic strip (flat). in various...

    I have a set of plastic strip (flat). in various sizes I fold the bias cut fabric , right side showing and stitch close to the edge of the strip . I use the foot you would use for making piping and...
    Forum: Main
    08-28-2008, 01:09 PM
    Replies: 84
    Views: 7,502
    Posted By english rose

    Firstly, haveahappy birthday. I am in the Pay...

    Firstly, haveahappy birthday.
    I am in the Pay your bills camp. I always think hard before buying something I want but dont necessarily need. If debt piles up, all you can think of is that, your...
    Forum: Main
    08-24-2008, 01:32 PM
    Replies: 4
    Views: 2,741
    Posted By english rose

    Had my machine for some months now and all was...

    Had my machine for some months now and all was well. suddenly I am haveing tension nighmare. Just cannot seem to find the correct tension CAN ANYONE HELP PLEASE
    Forum: Main
    06-27-2008, 01:51 PM
    Replies: 7
    Views: 2,243
    Posted By english rose

    I have recently purchased a Janome 300E...

    I have recently purchased a Janome 300E embroidery machine. Has anyone found good web sites. I have trawled around and found a few - any suggestions?
    Forum: Main
    06-17-2008, 11:54 AM
    Replies: 28
    Views: 3,277
    Posted By english rose

    if you store thread for some time - before you...

    if you store thread for some time - before you use it pop it into a sealed plastic bag and put into the freezer for a day. That way you will be putting back the moisture that may have evaporated. ...
    Forum: Main
    06-01-2008, 04:10 AM
    Replies: 1
    Views: 913
    Posted By english rose

    Sorry - re my previous message - the thread is...

    Sorry - re my previous message - the thread is still there - must be going blind.
    However only two have looked at it - you are missing a real treat.
    Jane
    Forum: Links and Resources
    06-01-2008, 04:07 AM
    Replies: 1
    Views: 716
    Posted By english rose

    I also have found my nessage has gone missing and...

    I also have found my nessage has gone missing and I do not get e mail when someone adds to a string.
    My original massage was about a web site I found that had some amazing designs for digital...
    Forum: Main
    05-29-2008, 08:54 AM
    Replies: 67
    Views: 11,065
    Posted By english rose

    You have my sympathy - had rheumatoid arthritis...

    You have my sympathy - had rheumatoid arthritis for over 10 yrs. My left hand is the worst problem - I am left handed. My hands are pretty bent - the fingers all going towards the little finger. ...
    Forum: Main
    05-29-2008, 03:11 AM
    Replies: 18
    Views: 2,919
    Posted By english rose

    When sewing long narrow strips together try...

    When sewing long narrow strips together try sewing each one in opposite direction - that is starting second seam at the end of first seam.
    This helps in keeping everything straight and square....
    Forum: Main
    05-29-2008, 02:38 AM
    Replies: 2
    Views: 1,168
    Posted By english rose

    You can now produce art pictures - check out this...

    You can now produce art pictures - check out this web site. There is a link to tutorials on the right hand side of the page for photo stitch.
    www.advanced-embroidery-designs.com
    I have not tried...
    Forum: Main
    05-27-2008, 12:48 PM
    Replies: 18
    Views: 2,314
    Posted By english rose

    One thing I have learned is when placing your...

    One thing I have learned is when placing your blocks (assuming they are random or mixed colours) lay them out and look at them through the weong end of binoculars. It is amazing how "wrong" blocks...
    Forum: Main
    05-21-2008, 12:23 PM
    Replies: 149
    Views: 12,131
    Posted By english rose

    Well, you all make me feel like a tidy,...

    Well, you all make me feel like a tidy, controlled tight little old lady. I have a strict rule (not yet broken) to not start a new thing till last job completed. At present only have one project...
    Forum: Main
    05-10-2008, 12:33 PM
    Replies: 17
    Views: 2,854
    Posted By english rose

    You have had some very comprhensive lists - I...

    You have had some very comprhensive lists - I will just add my bit.
    Fabric marking - try several like water soluble markers, chalk pencil (I have one that you can change the colour and comes with...
    Forum: Main
    05-10-2008, 12:15 PM
    Replies: 2
    Views: 1,311
    Posted By english rose

    Janome 300E. I have just purchased a second hand...

    Janome 300E. I have just purchased a second hand machine from a friend. Anyone had experience of this machine?
    Jane
    Forum: Main
    05-04-2008, 01:45 PM
    Replies: 33
    Views: 5,233
    Posted By english rose

    Miracle cloths - excellent. Just one tip, when...

    Miracle cloths - excellent. Just one tip, when washing them DO NOT USE FABRIC CONDITIONER
    Jane
    Forum: Main
    05-01-2008, 07:07 AM
    Replies: 33
    Views: 5,233
    Posted By english rose

    Here in the uk we have green bags for storing...

    Here in the uk we have green bags for storing fruit and veg - they are called "stay fresh longer bags" and are marvelous. I turn off all appliances at the point on the wall, except the cooker...
    Forum: Introduce Yourself
    04-15-2008, 12:23 PM
    Replies: 38
    Views: 2,305
    Posted By english rose

    Yes, this is my dog Bonnie. She was a rescue dog...

    Yes, this is my dog Bonnie. She was a rescue dog from the PDSA - we have had her for 11 yrs. She is getting on now, is probably 14+ yrs. Getting a little slow now, finds the stairs quite a...
    Forum: Introduce Yourself
    04-14-2008, 12:37 PM
    Replies: 38
    Views: 2,305
    Posted By english rose

    Welcome to the board. You will find loads of...

    Welcome to the board. You will find loads of help and inspiration. Looking back on past notices will help you find something about almost anything.
    I am a bit firther west than you. I live in...
    Forum: Main
    02-23-2008, 02:10 PM
    Replies: 44
    Views: 4,589
    Posted By english rose

    Hi Aggi -I have been looking at the Quilt...

    Hi Aggi -I have been looking at the Quilt University site - very interesting. How do the classes work. Do you have to be on line at a certain time or can you set your own agenda?
    Jane
    Forum: Main
    02-22-2008, 02:02 PM
    Replies: 44
    Views: 4,589
    Posted By english rose

    Also - forgot to say my sons partner - (mother of...

    Also - forgot to say my sons partner - (mother of Lily) is Spanish from Madrid - they live here in Surrey.
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