Sometime ago a friend of mine gave me a Jones portable electric sewing machine (portable in the sense that it could double as a boat anchor). The following is stamped on the bottom of the base; JA 58 and 855252 YC. I imagine the former is the date of manufacture and the latter os the...

I am getting rid of all my design disks as a fraction of what they cost me. I have changed machines and they dont work on the new one I have over 150 different sets including disney, all PES format, also 28 Brother Memory cards for a list email me on JJ

Can any one advise me if it is worth having a Bernina 930 serviced. I have been given one to keep, but the machine has not been used for many years. It looks in very good condition and has many attachments. Or should I trade it against a new toyota machine. I have no sewing experience, but would...

Decided to add fringes in addition to the ritual fringes in the corner. My husband has long arms and the tallit, even though as long as usual, looked as if it needed a bit more length. The fringe is made up of lengths of perle cotton individually threaded and knotted (yes, I have a blister!). Now,...

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rotflmao!! Have just forwarded this to all the cat-owners I know. Thanks! bogus address wrote: Miss Minerva, our little kitten ... Having deposed the angel at the top of our Christmas tree with a simple but effective forehand volley, Minerva's taken up residence there, slumping over the...

I'm considering buying an embroidery machine - I intend to use it just to make quilt labels, so I'm not looking for anything too fancy or expensive. Any advice/suggestions? Best wishes for a safe and happy holiday! Cathy ********************************* Cathy Hooley Goose Tracks...

Just finished assembling the blocks for my very first quilt top! It will have borders, but I probably won't be able to get to them until New Year's. Seemed like it was taking forever, and then, all of a sudden, it was done! The original inspiration was in Quick Colorful Quilts, but that one was...

Ooooo! I love it. With a poem like that, I hesitate in asking what you (ATTEMPT) to stitch? JJMolvik

I have inherited a Singer Model 66 with motor from my grandmother. If anyone has any information on it, that would be great, as I was taught to machine sew on this machine when I was in grammar school, but have not even seen it since, and have forgottenmost of the pertinent information. Thanks in...

Hi Peggy, I have a Bernina 1200DA. A Serger is so totally different from a sewing machine that for me it has a very large learning curve. That said it just adds to the sewing experience for me. The speed and great stitch sold me on it. You can't go wrong with a Bernina. Go to a dealer and...

Hi, I am new to the group and this question may have been asked before so please bear with me. I am looking for a sewing machine for my 15 year old daughter. I need a reliable machine that she will be able to grow into. My budget is around $200.00. Any Ideas? How about a used machine, and where...

Hello, Does anyone have a pattern or directions for making micro mitts? (those tiny little oven mitts that you use for taking things out of the microwave) I've studied the construction of my existing pair but it would sure help my confidence if I had a pattern! What type of fabric can be used in...

Okay, here's another curtain question. I am in the midst of making my first insulated pair of curtains and have 1 panel finished. They are very heavy, made with a velvety-suede material, interlining and lining and are 110"x62" (1 panel). They are just a plain panel (like tab tops without the tab)....

does that great job of hemming stuff? i saw one at my loacl dealer and REALLY want one but dont' know what in the world they are called... twin needles, and 2 straight rows of stitiching on the front and on the back it does this sort of serged-looking clean edge...

I got home on Christmas Eve, and my sister delivered the lad home shortly after. HE, naturally, had had a lovely time. Mine was less fun... It was touch and go for a moment or three on the keyhole, as the stone was almost too big to allow it! As a result, I have 'Church Door' keyhole! The hole...

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This link started my thinking it might be a cool thing to have! I love to match fabric-covered buttons to my clothing. Here is the link: http://cgi.ebay.com/ws/eBayISAPI.dll?ViewItem&item=2370055184&category=28168&rd=1 It is item 2370055184 if that helps - auction ends today, but you can refer...

I was going through some patterns and really like skirt "B", the one with the godets. I was just wondering if I'd be able to substitute the wool or linen (the recommended fabrics) for corduroy (sp?). I received some cord for Christmas; it's pretty light weight for cord, but definitely not as thin...

I have a jacket and when I pull up on the fly the zipper will not "lock". Do I need a new zipper? Thank you