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    Forum: Main
    06-07-2012, 10:07 PM
    Replies: 25
    Views: 6,175
    Posted By Robin Catwoman

    I make samples for my favorite store with other...

    I make samples for my favorite store with other regulars. we get paid an hourly rate to work and sew in the store. we are paid with lunch and a store credit for the hours we work.
    Forum: For Vintage & Antique Machine Enthusiasts
    06-06-2012, 03:59 PM
    Replies: 8
    Views: 4,581
    Posted By Robin Catwoman

    If the top thread and the bobbin thread are of...

    If the top thread and the bobbin thread are of different thickness the bobbin thread can really tangle up. The machine is also happier with a "normal" thread not the thinner threads we are using...
    Forum: Main
    05-31-2012, 04:57 PM
    Replies: 42
    Views: 9,147
    Posted By Robin Catwoman

    I have several machines and the one I take to...

    I have several machines and the one I take to classes is a Brother rx 7700 (I think the letters are right-The number is for sure) It is a fantastic light weight machine. It is about $170. from...
    Forum: Pictures
    11-18-2011, 09:01 AM
    Replies: 117
    Views: 12,849
    Posted By Robin Catwoman

    It is the back. don't wory about the seam. I...

    It is the back. don't wory about the seam. I would not put any more on the back as that will bring attention to it. Backs are often peaced and I wouldn't worry about it. I am sure you have not...
    Forum: Main
    11-08-2011, 10:30 PM
    Replies: 59
    Views: 6,947
    Posted By Robin Catwoman

    the glue with the long nozzle is Roxanne's glue. ...

    the glue with the long nozzle is Roxanne's glue. Can be used like elmer's school glue but it seems to hold better and set up quicker and yet easy to wash out of fabric after sewn.
    Forum: Main
    11-04-2011, 08:02 PM
    Replies: 96
    Views: 10,108
    Posted By Robin Catwoman

    I used to have only 1 machine. The one I got for...

    I used to have only 1 machine. The one I got for my 16th birthday over 40 years ago. It quit sewing and I was in the middle of a project with a deadline. Got a new one and decided at that point I...
    Forum: Main
    10-16-2011, 08:01 AM
    Replies: 78
    Views: 10,434
    Posted By Robin Catwoman

    I have been a cat breeder for 20 years--the very...

    I have been a cat breeder for 20 years--the very best thing is white vinager. use plenty. soak the spot and blot the first time to get the urine out then soak again and let it dry. It works even...
    Forum: Pictures
    09-27-2011, 08:14 AM
    Replies: 100
    Views: 10,868
    Posted By Robin Catwoman

    I love your version. I bought bright batiks for...

    I love your version. I bought bright batiks for it. the tans and beiges were not it for me either. Mine isn't done yet.
    Robin
    Forum: Main
    09-15-2011, 06:54 AM
    Replies: 192
    Views: 22,308
    Posted By Robin Catwoman

    I didn't read all the notes so this might be a...

    I didn't read all the notes so this might be a repeat but those of you without a longarm on a frame but want more room than DSM can give you, look at longarm machines that are on a stationary table. ...
    Forum: Main
    09-06-2011, 08:18 PM
    Replies: 109
    Views: 11,644
    Posted By Robin Catwoman

    You didn't say how old the grandson is. If he is...

    You didn't say how old the grandson is. If he is young. Let it go to him. It is never as awful as we think. finish binding it an give it a gentle wash. It will be fine and none of us will notify...
    Forum: Main
    08-28-2011, 11:44 AM
    Replies: 83
    Views: 9,771
    Posted By Robin Catwoman

    I bought the cheapest mini iron at JoAnns. Reg $9...

    I bought the cheapest mini iron at JoAnns. Reg $9 used the 40% off and once in a while the cord comes out when I am using it but it gets really hot and cools quickly.
    I take it teverywhere and I...
    Forum: General Chit-Chat (non-quilting talk)
    08-19-2011, 06:34 PM
    Replies: 54
    Views: 6,374
    Posted By Robin Catwoman

    The cat walking jackets are made by cat people...

    The cat walking jackets are made by cat people for cats that are the best excape artist. They are like jackets with velcro closures and a cat can flip around on them at the end of a leash and not...
    Forum: General Chit-Chat (non-quilting talk)
    08-15-2011, 05:06 PM
    Replies: 54
    Views: 6,374
    Posted By Robin Catwoman

    If you search for "cat walking jacket" you will...

    If you search for "cat walking jacket" you will find the fabric harneses for cats. They are for sale but if you buy one you could probably see how it is made. They are oftern available at larger...
    Forum: Main
    08-15-2011, 04:06 PM
    Replies: 96
    Views: 12,148
    Posted By Robin Catwoman

    I hate to be the kill joy in this wonderful find...

    I hate to be the kill joy in this wonderful find but be very careful of insects. Bedbugs in particular. I just had my first experience with them, fortunately they didn't get to the house but It...
    Forum: Main
    06-28-2011, 06:49 AM
    Replies: 90
    Views: 9,620
    Posted By Robin Catwoman

    I didn't get the explanation of the abbr.could...

    I didn't get the explanation of the abbr.could you sent it to the list?
    Forum: Main
    06-28-2011, 06:43 AM
    Replies: 83
    Views: 12,863
    Posted By Robin Catwoman

    I worked in paint at Home Depot for years and one...

    I worked in paint at Home Depot for years and one of the nicest neutrals is informal ivory in their Behr paint. In sun it has a very light yellow cast and at night it has a lite warm beige cast.
    ...
    Forum: Main
    06-28-2011, 06:34 AM
    Replies: 90
    Views: 9,620
    Posted By Robin Catwoman

    PS. I have cats and they would not be on this...

    PS. I have cats and they would not be on this quilt at my house!
    Forum: Main
    06-28-2011, 06:33 AM
    Replies: 90
    Views: 9,620
    Posted By Robin Catwoman

    I am newish to this list and I can usually figure...

    I am newish to this list and I can usually figure out the abbrevations but what is "4PP"
    Robin
    Forum: General Chit-Chat (non-quilting talk)
    06-10-2011, 02:37 PM
    Replies: 89
    Views: 5,894
    Posted By Robin Catwoman

    I have not read all the suggestions yet but get a...

    I have not read all the suggestions yet but get a box trap (Have a heart) and set it uo close to the house thinking about how she would slink near some shrubs or near the edge of a porch. use stinky...
    Forum: General Chit-Chat (non-quilting talk)
    06-03-2011, 06:44 AM
    Replies: 84
    Views: 10,288
    Posted By Robin Catwoman

    I agree with Zipit. bugs would be my giant...

    I agree with Zipit. bugs would be my giant concern. Specially in FL. I would store it in a storage room -not my house until I was sure there were no bugs-specially bed bugs which are sooo...
    Forum: General Chit-Chat (non-quilting talk)
    06-02-2011, 08:06 PM
    Replies: 32
    Views: 10,443
    Posted By Robin Catwoman

    I used to look at SewItsForSale. Just one time I...

    I used to look at SewItsForSale. Just one time I responded to something and my virus protection went wild. It stopped everything and I was getting warnings. Not sure of the technical details but I...
    Forum: Main
    05-28-2011, 07:15 AM
    Replies: 70
    Views: 7,896
    Posted By Robin Catwoman

    I am from Ohio but have a dear friend in NC who...

    I am from Ohio but have a dear friend in NC who is on the west side. When I am there we make a special trip and it is really worth it. great fabrics and great prices. Plan to have plenty of time...
    Forum: Main
    05-26-2011, 11:03 AM
    Replies: 182
    Views: 19,618
    Posted By Robin Catwoman

    In theory, log cabins are easy but you seams need...

    In theory, log cabins are easy but you seams need to be almost perfect-I do this for fun not for perfection!!!! I tend to make debatable 1/4 inch seams and that really throws a LC off. Make sure...
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