Jill
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  • Helena, Alabama
  • United States
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Jill commented on BrianSews's video
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How to Sew a Basic T-shirt or Sweater Using a Pattern Part 3

"Thanks, Brian. These are wonderful videos. I've had a terrible time sewing t-shirts; couldn't get the binding right. These demonstrations, and your thoughtful commentary, have made all the difference."
Nov 15, 2009
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Pattern Reviews

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Aug 31, 2009
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Pattern Making

Whether you are a beginner, or an advanced pattern maker, all are welcome to this group to share, help, and learn the art of pattern making.  See More
Jul 14, 2009
Jill replied to the discussion 'Singer Featherweight 221K Hand Crank (HD)' in the group Antique Sewing Machine Owners
"Sometimes a handcrank is great. There seems to be a shorter distance between my brain and my right hand than my brain and my foot, and on some days this distance is important."
Jun 9, 2009
Jill replied to the discussion 'Singer Portable Electric Sewing Machine 221-1 Any Advice?' in the group Antique Sewing Machine Owners
"The only problem I've ever had with my 221 was getting a thread caught behind the bobbin case. I couldn't get it out and didn't want to take it apart. My local sewing machine repairman, who is especially fond of vintage machines, took…"
Jun 9, 2009
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favorite quotation

This is from Sewing Machines: Cleaning and Adjusting, by Helen S. Holbrook and Albert V. Krewatch, Farmers' Bulletin No. 1944 U. S. Department of Agriculture (issued August 1948):"All well-made sewing machines, new or old, used constantly or idle, can be made to run easily and sew perfectly. Even old machines that have seen generations of household use can be put into first-class condition and need not be exchanged for a newer machine. Parts may need replacing, but the machine will seldom wear…See More
Jun 7, 2009
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Jill added a discussion to the group Antique Sewing Machine Owners
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favorite quotation

This is from Sewing Machines: Cleaning and Adjusting, by Helen S. Holbrook and Albert V. Krewatch, Farmers' Bulletin No. 1944 U. S. Department of Agriculture (issued August 1948):"All well-made sewing machines, new or old, used constantly or idle, can be made to run easily and sew perfectly. Even old machines that have seen generations of household use can be put into first-class condition and need not be exchanged for a newer machine. Parts may need replacing, but the machine will seldom wear…See More
Jun 7, 2009
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Jill replied to the discussion '"New Home" Sewing Machine 1920's' in the group Antique Sewing Machine Owners
"I love the videos! So much nicer than a still picture. Sewing machines are action toys, after all. Your beautiful New Home cabinet is transformed into a lean mean beautiful sewing machine just by lifting the lid."
Jun 7, 2009

Profile Information

My sewing interests are:
garment, quilting
My sewing machine(s):
Janome 6600, Singer 66, Singer 99, White Treadle, Singer 221, Singer 222, Jones Hand
I am interested in patterns such as:
Kwik-Sew, Lutterloh

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