Fast speeds and smart design make the 1600P-QC the perfect machine for sewing and quilting! You’ll find everything you need to complete projects quickly and easily: Speeds of 1600 stitches per minute make this the fastest machine on the market; nearly 9″ x 6″ to the right of the needle gives an extra wide work area; the side-loading bobbin allows for easy access, even from a quilt frame; the automatic thread cutter cuts top and bobbin thread at the push of a button; and the ergonomic knee lift offers a full range of adjustment so you can find the size that fits you.
blog.etsy.com Liane Tyrell, aka enhabiten.etsy.com, is interested in handmade marks. Whether they’re in paintings, drawings or the stitches she makes on her unique housewares, the patterns and textures of a surface entice her. Liane specializes in pillows using vintage fabrics but has been known to make other domestic wares such as table runners, soft sculptures and embroidered wall hangings. Her rustic pillows are functional, but they also serve as tactile works of art.
A lot of times people are inspired with going out into nature and coming out with a concept and ideas. Learn how to choose a design asilk flower wall hanging from a professional floral designer in this free video. Expert: Jim Tomasits Bio: Jim Tomasits has been a floral designer for more than 20 years. He currently has a shop in Wilmington, NC Filmmaker: Reel Media LLC
The 21st part of the BERNINA 830 video instructions provides an overview of the versatile special accessories for optimum and even improved use of your BERNINA 830 sewing machine: The pintuck accessory easily accommodates the cord for corded pintucks with a double needle. It can also be used for off-the-edge scallops on collars and cuffs and heirloom embroidery. The magnifying glass set provides three lenses of different diopters – ideal for delicate work. The BERNINA walking foot has three different soles and a seam guide, allowing for sewing together three layers of fabric without shifting. The multiple spool holder and the extra big embroidery hoop allow for even more sewing comfort. Use the BERNINA sewing- and quilting cabinet and drawer cabinet for more efficient sewing and pleasure even in small space. The quilting frame will make any quilting project a success! Check out the other parts of the online tutorial or visit us at www.bernina.com
A TripAdvisor™ TripWow slideshow of a travel blog to Cairo, Egypt by TravelPod blogger Momentsintime titled “Getting lost in the labyrinths of Khan il-Khalili” Momentsintime’s travel blog entry: “Once we left the premises of the restaurant, our devoted driver could be seen patiently waiting for us at a busy intersection in which we hastily got into the van. We were driven to a nearby non-touristy, traditional Egyptian neighbourhood where Karen, Michel and I rapidly got out of the van for our much anticipated ‘walking tour’ through the markets or ‘souks’ as they call them in Arabic. This walking tour gave Michel and I a unique opportunity to see and to experience first hand the daily activities of the Egyptians in Cairo. Winding our way through the first narrowed street market, we were greeted with crowds of Egyptians shopping for everything from fruits and vegetables to fresh fish, live chickens and rabbits, all displayed and sold as seen. The roads and pathways were uneven and sometimes muddy being shadowed by very old, deteriorated and dirty buildings. Piles of garbage were part of the picture having been disposed of here and there surrounding the buildings. Regardless, the local merchants were all very much friendly, with huge smiles on their faces as they welcomed us into their shops or offered us tea as Karen fluently spoke Arabic to them all. At the end of the market, an area known as the tentmakers bazaar was reached where skilled artists were hand stitching …
As part of the restoration of the Gallery, Round Room, Great North Bedchamber, and Beauclerc Closet at Strawberry Hill, reproduction wallhangings were commissioned from Context Weavers. This film explains how they were woven on the traditional Jacquard Loom. Film produced by Iluminations with support from the Heritage Lottery Fund.
missouriquiltco.com — Jenny Doan shows how to make a quick and easy adorable table runner using the Half-Hex Ruler. To get the Half Hex Ruler click the link below bit.ly To get a jelly roll to make this project, click here: www.missouriquiltco.com If you’d like to get started on quilting and need supplies, come on over and check us out at www.MissouriQuiltCo.com or take a look at our awesome deals every day at www.QuiltersDailyDeal.com
Canadian painter Meghan Hildebrand documents the process of painting a large canvas of a quilt. Why paint a quilt? This was a great opportunity to create a piece monumental in its scale and storytelling possibilities. It also looks at local cultures, women’s roles in history and art, and provides the opportunity for multiple narratives. Meghan is based in Powell River, British Columbia.
Quilt all over designs on your sewing machine or quilting frame. Learn to use Pantographs and Panto Starter Packs. Demonstrates marking, alignment and using a laser. www.goldenthreads.com
My grandmother loves to quilt and has dozens of handmade quilts she did. I decided to take a few pictures of some of the quilts she has viewable at her house. She has more but they are put away.
