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Warna replied to the discussion 'Video: Techniques for using metallic thread' in the group Embroidery

Terrific tip. I tried it and it works!!! Now I will take out all those metalic threads I put away in frustration!! Thanks again...

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I SOOOO wish Mimi lived next door to me!!! I love making dolls and have a 'stash' that I use as well. We could have so much fun!!

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no tips here...sorry! Just a congrats on your new toy!!

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About Me:: I have three grown children. I recently became a grandmother to a precious little boy, Diego. I work from home. My hobbies vary from doll making, home decor, and teaching sewing. I have just recently taken up knitting.

What type of sewing do you enjoy?: garment, drapery, home decor, quilting

What type(s) of sewing machine(s) do you have?: Elna computerized machine
Husquavarna Diamond
Serger

What brand of patterns do you prefer?: For teaching - McCalls
For personal use...anything...I usually change it anyhow ha ha

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New Diamond

I have just received a new Husqvarna diamond. Any tips on good beginner projects to get me started on this incredible machine???

Posted on May 18, 2009 at 9:22am — 1 Comment

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At 10:05pm on October 21, 2009, Birdie said…: Thank you! I love photography...not very good at it, but I try! I think you'd like Ravelry. My sister in law is on there too and she does the same as you with the knitting groups but says she wont go anymore because she misses my brother because she's away from him and because it's more chatting than stitching. On ravelry her name is bettagirl and mine is BirdieG if you want to look for us! The only group I've joined there is the guinea pig lovers group.
See you 'round!

At 9:24pm on October 21, 2009, Birdie said…: You're welcome! Congrats on your new grandaby & learning to knit! I've been learning on & off for a year too. I joined Ravelry. Are you on there as well?? Lots of people there who can help if you get stuck!

At 3:51pm on October 14, 2009, Rita Long said…: Actually he is a mix of malteze and silky terrier. He weighs about 12 lbs.

At 1:18pm on October 2, 2009, Laurie C. Fowler said…: I bought a serger about a year ago and in their instruction manual it said to avoid black thread if possible. I thought that was odd since I sew a lot in black thread. They recommended using a very dark navy blue instead. I of course disregarded their advice and have had no problem with black thread in either of my sergers. Maybe with some kinds of machine this IS a problem. Hope this helps - if not I hope you know there are people out there who sympathsize with you anguish. I too have fought with machines until I just threw the project down and went and bought a new machine. Laurie

At 8:06pm on July 24, 2009, Gracie said…: Warna, thanks for your compliments on my embroidery. I will check about the doll design when I can get back onto my desktop and get back to you.

At 8:21am on July 21, 2009, Brenda Bernard said…: Picking thr pattern can be the toughest part of the whole process. A two-block quilt might be nice. Use all of her clothing fabrics in the pieced block, pick your favorite pattern, and then use a plain block to do your embroidery on. I have seen some red-work quilts done like this. Good luck. I am sure that no matter what you do it will be great!

At 12:39am on July 18, 2009, Donna said…: I definitly would like to give it a go. You'r right plenty of time. How do I get my email addy to you with makeing it public? Sounds like too much fun!
Donna

At 11:47pm on July 13, 2009, Brenda Bernard said…: Congrdulstions! (on your new addition.) I have found some finished Mary Jane shoes on Esty that I could purchase, but no pattern. I am still looking.

At 11:44pm on June 20, 2009, Linda said…: Hi Warna:
Thanks for asking.
I just cut the legs off and use the shape/size of the jeans to determine the shape. I play around with the bottom of the bag by leaving it straight or rounding it slightly. I've been using fabric from my stash for linings and usually use the seams from the legs for straps. I also purchase magnetic closures to use in place of zippers, because zippers are difficult to sew in.

At 9:57am on June 5, 2009, Cynthia said…: HI Warna,
Congratulations on your new Diamond! I'm sure you will love it. The Diamond I bought was one of the first ones available in this area. I'm sure by now some of the bugs have been worked out of the newer machines. It's a great machine just a little picky about threading. When I first started machine embroidery it was on the Viking Designer 1. I had a ball with it. I collected a lot of free designs from the internet (and still do). To begin I would just practice, practice, practice, before tackling a project. My first project was a pillow for my husband. I used several of the free designs collected and since I am a quilter, I pieced them all together. I was so pleased with myself! lol. Enjoy the journey with your new machine.