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Post by queenbee on Jan 11, 2008 13:45:38 GMT -4
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Post by queenbee on Jan 11, 2008 15:34:27 GMT -4
Going home to choke my daughter.
In a brief moment of total insanity she asked if she could pick out the yarn for me to crochet her a scarf. I said OK. One is the fun fur glittery the other looks like this bedspread yarn with chunky dots randomly placed through it. I thought I would crochet them together, got to the 3rd row and decided to use a bigger needle. AARRGGG!
I will get it done though, I promise. She asked me this morning if it would be done by tomorrow (Saturday), I told her not hardly. She said Monday would be fine, I just rolled my eyes at her.
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Post by queenbee on Jan 13, 2008 19:33:10 GMT -4
Made it to 3 different yarn stores this week. ALmost got talked into a beginner knitting sock making class. Still considering it. Bought some very pretty skinny yarn to crochet a summer scarf and also working on a toddler poncho.
Going to talk my frined into knitting red's scarf I can't work with the yarn she choose. Knitting would make it work better.
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Post by queenbee on Jan 14, 2008 10:23:54 GMT -4
Yep that is what I am doing.
Looking forward to my lap loom getting here.
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Post by nataliewood on Jan 14, 2008 14:15:41 GMT -4
Queenbee, a quick question for ya. I used to sew about 30 years ago and I know so much has changed since then. I hate my old machine because it would alway jam up and I tried to have it fixed twice with no luck. Are any of the machines $500 & under any good? I would like to embroider too. Probably wouldn't use it to make clothes much, mostly curtains, crafts etc. What do you think?
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Post by queenbee on Jan 14, 2008 14:28:25 GMT -4
I got a Wal-Mart model about 4 years ago for crafting and some quilting and have really enjoyed using it. It has a swing out arm and 30 pre-programmed stitches, it is also a self threader (thank you to the sewing god). I would say a lightweight model less than $200 would be excellent for just casual sewing. I like the idea of an embroidery machine an if you go to the quilt store in Blue Ridge they have several set-up that you can look at and get a demo.
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Post by nataliewood on Jan 14, 2008 14:59:33 GMT -4
Thanks. (Back from lunch now) Is the quilt store on 515 or in town someplace? I like the idea of demo's. I checked on line, but if it didn't work it would be such a hassle to return. Maybe the quilt shop would have refresher courses too. I'd like to be able to make my own shorts for the summer. I can never find them the right length.
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Post by queenbee on Jan 14, 2008 17:28:55 GMT -4
Actually there are 2 quilt places. Mountain Holly Quilters at one end of the railroad tracks, right across from thr park and another one near the feed store at the other end of the tracks. Mountain Holly had 3-4 on display when I was in there, but it was several months ago. They were reasonably priced also. If you get one you have to make me something  |
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Post by nataliewood on Jan 16, 2008 12:33:38 GMT -4
Thanks Bee. My computer died at home, thus the delay answering you. Sure, I'll make you something after I get some practice under my belt. I might need you to paint me a couple of small signs. Something like, beware of the bear. Keep the grill cleaned after each use or something like that. We might start renting out one of our homes and the bear has been known to tear into the grill. I'll check back with you if we decide to rent.
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Post by queenbee on Jan 16, 2008 14:02:13 GMT -4
SIGNS ARE NO PROBLEM,
However, you can teach the bear to read.
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Post by queenbee on Jan 21, 2008 10:09:24 GMT -4
Got the lap loom from E-bay today. Disappointed that it was used and not new, like it was pictured. But it is in great shape, has all of the manuals and acessories and the pricey little rake (to pack down the thread) that is sold separately.
So it is fine with me.
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Post by nataliewood on Jan 21, 2008 12:18:04 GMT -4
Bee, we went to Joann's Friday evening to see what (sewing machines) they had and now I am very confused. The lady there was showing me Vikings (still on sale) and it's amazing all the wonderful things they can do. Prices ranged from $300 to $5,600! Guess I will just keep looking for a while and checking the internet for reviews.
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Post by queenbee on Jan 21, 2008 12:44:30 GMT -4
Nat, I would seriously sit down and determine what features I would ACTUALLY use with a machine.
If you are completely satisfied with a 4500 machine then why pay over that.
Amazon. com is an excellent place for reviews and issues on items (if they sell them)
Also look an item up on the internet, print out the specifications of each and do a side by side comparison of what each one offers.
Features
Technical Support (free or pay)
Warranty
Ease of Use
This could apply to any major purchase anyone would make. Also, see if they will let you sit down and try one.
I will be compiling my list of things for you to make for me, so that you can get in practice of course.
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Post by nataliewood on Jan 21, 2008 13:03:52 GMT -4
Thanks Bee. And, when I try them out I will do it when my husband is NOT looking over my shoulder. It was very late on Friday and we were anxious to start the 2-1/2 hour ride back home. I bought a sewing mag. and I'm getting kinda excited about getting that new machine.
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Post by 2cedarschick on Jan 21, 2008 13:13:29 GMT -4
Natalie, the husband over the shoulder thing usually works one of two ways, either hurry up and just buy one, don't care how much it cost, just lets go home, or (more likely than not) that's pricey, are you sure that's the one ya want? and you end up ticked and going home! lol
Anyways, several years ago, I purchased a White sewing machine from Joanne for less than 200.00. It has been a good machine, but it is a basic machine, no fancy embroidering. Do they still sell/make White? When I have more time, I think I would like to get one, but I'm hoping to stay in the under 500.00 range.
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