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Triciababe commented on the photo 'Easter Flamingo'

I want one!!!!!!!!!! Would look great sitting in my garden...

March 23

Triciababe commented on the group 'Machine Maintenance & Repair'

Thank you, Carolyn! I guess I was taught that, too, (where I bought my machine and took my classes) but didn't realize that's what you meant. But thanksssss so much for sharing!! I'm sure other people will need this information, too (and it was a GR…

March 9

Triciababe commented on the group 'Machine Maintenance & Repair'

Carolyn, please share! I have a Bernina Artista, too, and would like to know...

February 23

Triciababe replied to the discussion 'Need To Know the Proper Name' in the group Help Me Learn to Sew!

And I think I remember them being called a "dickie" if that helps. Wonder who came up with THAT word?!?

January 7

Triciababe commented on the blog post 'Embroidery Machines...What to Know Before Purchasing'

I drive the Bernina Artista 185 QE - I LOVE it. Sews and embroiders smoooooth as butter! LOVE, I tell ya. Classes came with it (take them, why not?), I love my dealer(s) shop, wish I could always afford the newest latest and greatest, but my machine…

November 29, 2009

Triciababe replied to the discussion 'A Few "Don'ts" of Sewing' in the group Sewing Tips

omg I worked in a sewing factory for several years and you wouldn't BELIEVE how many women I saw do this with industrial sewing machines!!! Didn't happen to me (thank goodness), but ohhhhhh the nightmares!!

November 17, 2009

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Sewing tips for and by you!

November 17, 2009

Triciababe replied to the discussion 'Sewing Tips and shortcuts' in the group Stitch & Bitch

This summer, I visited the "Columbus Flea Market" in NJ (I think??) and found someone selling fabric and notions at that flea market. She sold some type of (I thought generic) velcro that sounds like what you mentioned. I purchased 3 yards of it (I…

October 28, 2009

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About Me:

Started sewing as a small child on Mom's Singer...worked in a sewing factory many years but then dropped out of sewing for many years. Been getting back into it now for about a year or so. I own my own entertainment co. and enjoy making matching decor and hats/clothing for the shows - sorta stands me out from the others! Also enjoy making all kinds of hats and baby and pet items---well, actually I think it's the Bernina I'm enjoying!!

What type of sewing do you enjoy?

garment, drapery, home decor, embroidery

What type(s) of sewing machine(s) do you have?

Bernina Artista 185

What brand of patterns do you prefer?

unsure

Comment Wall (5 comments)

At 3:12pm on October 21, 2009, Birdie said…: Those dowel holders are awesome. My mother in law has a sewing room and she's got one on her wall. Eye candy, aren't they?? : ) I have to keep my thread & bobbins in a plastic bin the size of a shoe box unfortunately!

At 3:38pm on October 21, 2009, Birdie said…: Great idea!! If he ever makes it I'd love to see a pic so we can oooh & awww over it : )

At 3:42pm on October 21, 2009, Birdie said…: Wow that's an interesting career! You'd get to be all kinds of creative. I hope you post some of your items. I'd love to see them.
I noticed you said you were sewing for pets... I just asked Susan today about creating a pets group and she said she'd get right on it! Hopefully I'll see you there!

At 5:53pm on October 24, 2009, Birdie said…: So glad you joined!! Don't forget to add a photo of your pet!

At 9:31pm on October 24, 2009, Birdie said…: too cute! It doesn't matter, just show a picture of her : )
I got our Chi a bed recently which was actually asmall travel case that It hought would be adorable sitting on the floor with the lid up. Too bad I underestimated her length and it was way too small . She adored it anyway even though It looked so uncomfortable, like trying to fit into a shoe that's two sizes too small.