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Springtime Sewing: New Machines, Common Questions, and Partner Perks Await!
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Hey Reader! Spring time brings garage sales, estate sales, and sewing machines on the curb. I have very that I want to add to my herd but I'll be looking for them. Are you hoping to find a new to you machine this spring? On The BlogI've been doing a lot of posts on newer sewing machines lately. We want to be a full-service website. We have been covering types of machines, machines based on type of sewing, machines for quilting, and long arm quilting machines. With all the new blog posts about sewing machines has come a very common question, "Why is my thread breaking?" So it was time to update that post with an easier to read flow chart. I also updated the Singer Models list. We've had several models discontinued at a few that went to JoAnn exclusives. Singer has also come out with their version of a Cricut. I haven't done any research on it but I promise you I will. From Our PartnersJust a reminder if you need parts for your sewing machines, new or older, our friends at Sewing Parts Online has you covered. |
The Quilting Room with Mel
I help over 5,000 people learn more about quilting and sewing machines through my newsletters.
Hey Reader! I hope the holidays treated you well. I know this time of year is difficult for many. We have a very busy year already planned here in The Quilting Room. On The Blog This month we are going to go back to basics and sharpen our skills! We all have a bunch of feet for our sewing machine so what do we use them for? Find out with our Six Must Have Sewing Machine Feet. Up your finished quilt’s look by picking the perfect batting for your quilt. If you’ve been here a while you know I...
Hey Reader! Christmas is only 100 days away! I'm already behind. lol. I have some sewing machine suggestions below if you need/want a new one this holiday season or maybe you are wanting to get someone else one. On The Blog I have put together an overview of sewing machines types depending on what type of sewing you want to do. This is a great guide if you just want to know more about types of machines. I also put together a list of sewing machines for beginners. If you are like me you...
Reader WHAT'S UP?!?!? I have so much to tell you about that I am not going to bore you with anything. New On The Blog Long Arm Quilting Machines are something most quilters dream about. I did the research so you don't have to do as much. I still suggest going deeper on the ones that pique your curiosity. I redid my article on Aurifil thread. It now includes all of their thread sizes, uses, and needle suggestions. It also has a cost breakdown against the most popular 100% cotton threads on the...