8/02/2011

Homecrafters Deluxe Hardwood Scroll Frame 9 Inch x24 Inch Review

Homecrafters Deluxe Hardwood Scroll Frame 9 Inch x24 Inch
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When I first started needle crafting, I used a hoop. I hated the rings and marks the hoops would leave on the fabric. I went looking for a frame that was adjustable, sturdy, and could keep my fabric clean and taut while I worked. I work on many different sized projects, and often have more than one in progress at any given time, so I bought these frames in every size I could find.
Here is a breakdown of the pros and cons I found with this product:
PRO
1) The frame is very easy to put together.
2) The frame is lightweight.
3) You can easily adjust the frame to fit your fabric size.
4) You can easily adjust the position of the fabric as you work, which is especially helpful with larger images.
5) The frame keeps your fabric taut while you work, which helps keep your stitches even.
6) I used to put a thin piece of masking tape around the edges of my fabric, but there is no need to with this frame.
CON
1) If you aren't careful, it is possible for your floss to get stuck or wrapped around the wing nuts that hold the frame together. This is a minor problem and can be fixed by purchasing scroll frame knobs, which would replace the wing nuts (Hardwood Scroll Frame Knobs-Set Of 4). I think the knobs look nicer than the wing nuts anyway.

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Fiskars 93588097 45mm Rotary Victorian Blade Review

Fiskars 93588097 45mm Rotary Victorian Blade
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If you are looking for a new blade for scrapbooking or card making this is a great blade with a great design. Good for adding a different edge to your card or a cute border when scrapbooking.

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These blades are designed to work with the Fiskars 45mm Rotary Cutter and most other major brands of this size. Blades are perfect for cutting materials such as paper, fabric, ribbon, felt, and plastic modeling sticks. The blade is made of stainless steel and has a Victorian edge for finishing paper edges. A convenient reusable package for storage and prolonged blade life is also included.

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8/01/2011

Clover Dome Threaded Needle Case Review

Clover Dome Threaded Needle Case
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This is worth every penny. It holds up to 10 threaded needles very neatly and organized. It is especially handy for traveling with small projects. You can access any one of the 10 in any order. You stick the needle into the side in your selected slot, then a few seconds of winding wraps the floss around the inside core. This also keeps the floss from getting tangled, windblown, cat clawed, or dirty, since all but the floss you are actually using is protected inside.
I made two modifications to improve it: outlined the numbers next to each needle with white-out so I could read them better, and put a stick-on magnet inside the dome to hold a flat threader.
Limitations: it will tend to jam up a bit with 3 or more stands of floss or if you use floss longer than 12", but if you use less than the 10 it will probably work OK even with multiple strands and/or longer floss.
If you make a lot of those little $1 kits like I do, they ususally have 10 or fewer colors, and single strand floss, so this is just about perfect. I have also found it to be very convenient on larger projects when you have to do a lot of switching back and forth between colors.
Overall, it is well made, and works very well. I have had mine for years and just bought another one so I could do 2 different projects.

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A novel threaded needle case in which threads are wound in a reel. Up to 10 thread needles can be neatly stored away.

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Grace Little Gracie II Machine Quilting Frame with QuiltCad Pattern Software and Bungee Clamps Now Included Review

Grace Little Gracie II Machine Quilting Frame with QuiltCad Pattern Software and Bungee Clamps Now Included
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I love My Little GracieII This is a very Sturdy Frame. the carriage rolls very smoothly. Putting the frame together does take about 6 to 8 hours. depending on your skills with tools, I recommend you watch the video Completely before starting your assembly. All the Hardware parts are very clearly labeled. The only Problem i had was the Foot peddle Assembly on the carriage. But My Husband took One look at it and simply changed the direction that the bolts and nuts were installed. and Now it is Just fine. If you are on the fence about getting this frame. Don't hesitate, this is a very well constructed sound Frame and I know it will serve me well for many yearsGrace Little Gracie II Machine Quilting Frame with QuiltCad Pattern Software and Bungee Clamps Now Included

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The Little Gracie II™ is the new light-weight, no-baste machine quilting system perfect for any sewing machine with up to an 16" throat that turns your personal sewing machine into a home quilting system. Two Sizes Included: The Little Gracie II is a streamlined version of the original Grace Machine Quilter, and can be set-up in crib (68") or queen (102"), both included with purchase. Overall dimensions of frame are 28" deep and 104" wide. Fabri-Fast Rails Make it Easy!: Slotted aluminum rails allow for easy and accurate fabric installation, with no tape or Velcro! Simply push your fabric and tubing into the Fabri-Fast slot with the Fabri-fast tool included. Fabric goes in and stays in straight and clean. Easier Side Tension System: The Little Gracie II comes with four side-tension clamps (two for each side). Simply apply the clamp then pull and secure the bungee cord in the side slot. Fast and easy! Lock In Your Quilt Tension: Little Gracie II's 30-tooth ratchet wheels and double-lock stops provide the front-to-back fabric tension A Smooth, Cushioned Ride: We provide the following for the smoothest, quietest track system you can find: Precision bearing wheels Wobble-Free platforms Seamless plastic tracks that install perfectly straight--No seams or bumps! Wooden Stylus Included: Quilters can follow patterns using the stylus from the back of the machine. Warranty: The Little Gracie carries a five year limited warranty against breakage or warping. QuiltCad Pattern Software The Grace Company is excited to partner with Cabin Logic to bring you Quilt CAD. QuiltCAD is an exciting new software package from Cabin Logic that enables you, the quilt designer, to quickly and easily design and layout your quilt stitching patterns. QuiltCAD is actually a bundled pair of two powerful applications: QuiltCAD: the quilt layout and pattern placement tool PatternCAD: the continuous line pattern design editor The power of QuiltCA

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Miele Vacuum Cleaner Bags Type FJM AirClean Review

Miele Vacuum Cleaner Bags Type FJM AirClean
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I've already reviewed the Miele vacuum cleaner itself, along with the Turbo brush, so I'm a fan of the pricy-but-worth-it-if-you-can-afford-it sucker. If you're reading this, you're probably one too, so I'm not gonna talk about the vacuum cleaner on a net page selling the bags. I'm just going to relate information on the box about what Miele vacuums this goes with, on the theory that's the main question you have. It's not entertaining, but perhaps it's useful:
S241 - S256 i
S290 - S291
S300 i - S399
S500 - S578
S700 - S758
S4000 - S4999
The box comes with 5 bags (they;re strong, I've discovered), 1 dust compartment filter, and one "super air clean filter." Miele uses a HEPA filter, known for its allegy protection. Long-lasting, worth it.

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The new Miele FJM AirClean vacuum bags are an improvement over the earlier design. Over 80 years of experience have allowed Miele engineers to design a truly improved vacuum bag. The new design employs nine levels of filtration, improved air flow, high strength netting, and up to 30% improved performance and design over its predecessor. A new self sealing collar locks dust and contents inside of the dust bag so they do not escape into your home when replacing bags. Each box of AirClean vacuum bags contains the following: *4 - pack of FJM AirClean Vacuum Bags*1 - Motor Filter*1 - Super Air Clean FilterMiele FJM AirClean vacuum bags are used with the following Miele vacuums: S4000-S4999, S700-S758S, S500-S578, S300i-S399, S290-S291, S241-S256i.

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Clover Round Large Yo-Yo Maker Review

Clover Round Large Yo-Yo Maker
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You can easily make yo-yo's entirely by hand. However, using this handy tool results in yo-yo's that are almost identical in size and appearance. Made by hand, the yo-yo folds have a more "gathered" look. With this tool, the folds appear to be more "pleated". Your fabric is cut by hand after it is secured by the tool, so you also have a built-in template for cutting the circles (although I read that the Olfa circle cutter is wonderful if you want to cut all the circles ahead of time).

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Quick and easy to make nice shape yo-yos. Simply stitch yo-yo's together into various kinds of handwork. This template is perfect for embellishments for covers, table runners, bags and more. Approx finish (1 3/4 inches)

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Portable Walking-foot / Zigzag Review

Portable Walking-foot / Zigzag
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its very bad it dont work i have tried everything too make it work dont have time too send it back if they sent me a new one maybe it work but it was a waste of money it breaks the thread i called factory did what they said it didnt work it the worst 400. dollars i spent it ruined more material then it worth its a shame merry xmas too me

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This machine is powerful enough to handle 4 layers of soft leather, canvas, vinyl or upholstery fabrics. Great for work on footwear, leather bags, purses, other leather articles, canvas articles such as sails (on boats), banners, awnings, and other heavy fabrics where a zig-zag stitch is needed such as on backpacks, curtains, and in upholstery (chairs or couches). The walking foot makes sewing your leather projects a breeze.

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