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    Search: Posts Made By: Leonita
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    Forum: Main
    09-26-2015, 05:38 AM
    Replies: 58
    Views: 8,245
    Posted By Leonita

    Ask for donations of machines. I have several I...

    Ask for donations of machines. I have several I got for $5-$10. at flea markets & yard sales.
    Forum: Main
    07-23-2015, 03:32 PM
    Replies: 65
    Views: 11,781
    Posted By Leonita

    I have used several brands of thread in mine & no...

    I have used several brands of thread in mine & no problems. I wounder if there is a burr or nick on foot or on the tension plate?
    Forum: Main
    06-16-2015, 03:36 PM
    Replies: 5
    Views: 1,105
    Posted By Leonita

    Yes I have problems with craftsy. You click...

    Yes I have problems with craftsy. You click download thinking you are getting the pattern of choice & something else keeps coming up. happens quite frequently & then they ask if i want to suscribe...
    Forum: Main
    05-22-2015, 05:32 PM
    Replies: 26
    Views: 4,734
    Posted By Leonita

    I stitched mine together with invisible thread...

    I stitched mine together with invisible thread for a tablerunner, Used a aiz-zag stitch..I dislike handswing. (lol)
    Forum: Main
    03-17-2015, 03:46 PM
    Replies: 24
    Views: 5,179
    Posted By Leonita

    Method I learned. Sew the seam shut & if you...

    Method I learned. Sew the seam shut & if you have a border untsitch that. & turn. did 3 sets & they looked nice. I can never get the seam closed nicely until I did this method. sorry I don't do...
    Forum: Main
    01-28-2015, 04:34 PM
    Replies: 14
    Views: 5,425
    Posted By Leonita

    Back it with interfacing. there is a low heat...

    Back it with interfacing. there is a low heat kind available. fusible interfacing== I made panels for tree skirt & appliques & work fine
    Forum: Main
    01-01-2015, 04:10 PM
    Replies: 9
    Views: 4,423
    Posted By Leonita

    Yes I have it & it did make a difference for...

    Yes I have it & it did make a difference for me.
    Forum: Main
    01-01-2015, 04:03 PM
    Replies: 46
    Views: 9,946
    Posted By Leonita

    I had same problem. Same machine. I did invest...

    I had same problem. Same machine. I did invest in FMQ plate & foot. that did help.. Alos purchased the quilting/walking foot SID & I love it. It guides along so SID comes out really nice. Made a...
    Forum: Main
    12-17-2014, 02:21 PM
    Replies: 18
    Views: 19,893
    Posted By Leonita

    My daughter 7 I do 7" flannel. some flannelis...

    My daughter 7 I do 7" flannel. some flannelis are wider than others. We do a lot of them & decided That was gooduse of yardage. We use 7x8, 9, or 10 depending on who quilt is for 7x8 for baby ....
    Forum: Main
    12-09-2014, 05:45 PM
    Replies: 4
    Views: 1,581
    Posted By Leonita

    I like thermore for wall hangings. I use 505,...

    I like thermore for wall hangings. I use 505, june tailor & Sulky. No problems
    Forum: Main
    11-20-2014, 04:15 PM
    Replies: 17
    Views: 1,783
    Posted By Leonita

    ditto the above & if thread (of any kind ) is...

    ditto the above & if thread (of any kind ) is shredding turn spool so thread feeds the opposite way. Like fish scales go with them & not against.
    Forum: Main
    10-12-2014, 03:40 PM
    Replies: 38
    Views: 10,514
    Posted By Leonita

    I use Thermore, We make a reversible table...

    I use Thermore, We make a reversible table runner that uses strips. Like this the best light weight & doesn't shrink Pellon has one but was a little thin for my taste. Ok for placemats tho....
    Forum: Main
    10-12-2014, 03:30 PM
    Replies: 40
    Views: 13,038
    Posted By Leonita

    There is a book "3-fabric quilts by Leni Levenson...

    There is a book "3-fabric quilts by Leni Levenson .Wiener. It has some neat ones. I bought to use for charity quilts. Made a black, yellow & white one. Was hard to give away (lol)
    Forum: Main
    07-30-2014, 03:39 AM
    Replies: 25
    Views: 13,460
    Posted By Leonita

    Janome foot pedals are notorious for doing this. ...

    Janome foot pedals are notorious for doing this. Daughter even had Kenmore made by janome that did it.
    Forum: Main
    07-27-2014, 08:57 AM
    Replies: 8
    Views: 1,041
    Posted By Leonita

    Those are pretty simple to clean & oil. Unless...

    Those are pretty simple to clean & oil. Unless the belt is loose it should sew just fine. & CHANGE your needle. They do need to be oiled. * use a q-tip with oil & run around the bobbin area
    Forum: Main
    07-16-2014, 06:05 PM
    Replies: 69
    Views: 19,386
    Posted By Leonita

    Don't use metal if your machine calls for...

    Don't use metal if your machine calls for plastic. You can use plastic for metal tho. The metal wears the bobbin case.
    Forum: Main
    07-16-2014, 05:54 PM
    Replies: 16
    Views: 3,899
    Posted By Leonita

    I really like the YBR have made several in...

    I really like the YBR have made several in various colors & themes. the inst are a little hard at first but they do have good pics & tell you how many blocks to use. I avoid placing white/light...
    Forum: Main
    06-23-2014, 05:43 AM
    Replies: 21
    Views: 7,044
    Posted By Leonita

    I have the quilter cruise control &with the...

    I have the quilter cruise control &with the Janome 1600. It leaves a lot to be desired. Had a wire that came loose & even tho hadn't used it that much had longer than warranty & they weren't very...
    Forum: Main
    04-14-2014, 02:23 PM
    Replies: 5
    Views: 1,034
    Posted By Leonita

    The Yelllow Brick Road pattern is one I have used...

    The Yelllow Brick Road pattern is one I have used many times. Different colors, themes, etc & goes together quickly. Uses 6 fat quarters for sofa /baby size. Most quilt shop should have the pattern.
    Forum: Main
    03-31-2014, 04:19 AM
    Replies: 4
    Views: 1,345
    Posted By Leonita

    You don't have to pre register to attend , just...

    You don't have to pre register to attend , just to take classes. It is fun & interesting. Wear comfortable shoes!!. It is smaller than one in Kc or was last year. It is worth the drive. Take...
    Forum: Main
    03-10-2014, 03:34 PM
    Replies: 8
    Views: 1,186
    Posted By Leonita

    Yes, Yes. Yes. Wash & pre shrink. We had bad...

    Yes, Yes. Yes. Wash & pre shrink. We had bad experience with flannel. Sewed 2 together & they didn't shrink at same ratio. Had to take apart & re do.
    Forum: Main
    11-16-2013, 05:41 PM
    Replies: 36
    Views: 14,074
    Posted By Leonita

    I use organ needles for everything. sewing,...

    I use organ needles for everything. sewing, quilting & embroidering, even the titanium & really like them. Also in Janome machine we have on quilting frame.
    Forum: Main
    11-16-2013, 04:58 PM
    Replies: 30
    Views: 11,281
    Posted By Leonita

    I have made it plain but could use trim around...

    I have made it plain but could use trim around edge. McCalls Quick quilts had one that was divided. about 3yrs ago. Was a summer issue. They were very nice. These are very nice on round or oval...
    Forum: Main
    11-11-2013, 04:06 PM
    Replies: 132
    Views: 14,791
    Posted By Leonita

    Their are several Brothers at Walmart that sew...

    Their are several Brothers at Walmart that sew beautifully. Sister & friend & I have the 6000i model Also another friend makes things for consignment shop & has one . they have a lot of features....
    Forum: Main
    09-18-2013, 03:57 PM
    Replies: 56
    Views: 61,090
    Posted By Leonita

    Sometimes it is just the bobbin. Sis has one...

    Sometimes it is just the bobbin. Sis has one called me having problems. changed bobbin & fine. sometimes the dent in middle of bobbin wears & won't sew right. Found this out by trial & error.
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