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Georgia USA
Member since, 8/19/06
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| Sewing Expo Review | 3/7/09 8:05 PM | Original Sewing & Quilt EXPO
I attended the Original Sewing Expo (Mar 5-7, 2009) on Thursday and Friday. Classes on Fashion sewing, quilting, machine embroidery, long arm quilting, home decor and technology were offered. I waited until Thursday to register since I did not know ahead of time whether I would be able to attend. ...more... |
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| Book Review | 2/10/09 10:30 AM | Singer Simple Home Decor Handbook
Book Index/Chapter headings
Machines and Materials
Before You Begin
Pillows and Cushions
Bedroom and Bath
Kitchen and Dining Accents
Window Treatments
Essential Techniques
PaperBack or HardBound?
The book has a cardboard cover with spiral binding. It is not as sturdy as other bindings, but has he...more... |
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| Book Review | 2/10/09 10:33 AM | Singer Simple Sewing Guide: Essential Machine Side
Book Index/Chapter headings
About Sewing Machines
Tools of the Trade
Working with Patterns
Getting Set to Sew
Essential Techniques
Sewing Special Fabrics
Fabric Glossary
PaperBack or HardBound?
This book has a cardboard cover with spiral binding. It lays flat, but is not as sturdy as other binding...more... |
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| Book Review | 1/20/09 10:06 AM | Piecing Tips & Tricks Tool
I purchased this handy tool after making my first quilt with my cousin (Eleanor Burns Log Cabin). I purchased this book because of the section on choosing fabric. My cousin was so good about choosing color values and what would pop. I wanted to learn about this. There are five contributors to this s...more... |
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| Pattern Review | 10/9/08 7:56 AM | Other - Joann Market Bag
Pattern Description: Jo-Ann Market Bag freebie pattern
Pattern Sizing: The bag is 16" high, 8" deep and 12" wide. Pattern also has a coupon holder
Did it look like the photo/drawing on the pattern envelope once you were done sewing with it? Yes. I used the same fabric from Joann's shown in the pi...more... |
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I got back into sewing by making quilts. Now, I am making garments again. My back-up machine is the Janome HT2008. My biggest challenge is finding quality fabrics.more
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