#knitting #fiberarts #yarn greetings! My husband completed the refurb on the 1976 Studio 326 standard gauge knitting machine we bought on FB marketplace. This is a tension test swatch. But she’s working. I have a lot to learn. youtu.be/lUotiJjOpDI?...

Look at Pam’s incredible protest sign! She has done it again! 🔥

#machineknitting #knitting #fiberarts These items had no description but were in the bundle that I bought on fb marketplace. They surely look to have something to do with knitting machines but I don’t know what they are. I’d love any insight anyone has.

#knitting #machineknitting I’m hoping someone can tell me what these are. They were in a box that was separate from the knitting machine I bought off of fb marketplace. I have no idea what they are. Help 🙃.

#knitting #machineknitting #yarn Greetings! I’ve mostly been a lurker here as I so admire knitting and crocheted creations but don’t have the hands for it. Yesterday I lucked up on a Studio 326 knitting machine on FB marketplace for $250. This yarn was part of the deal. I’m in it now.

#quiltsky #birthdaycard I don’t think I’ll ever be counted among the vaulted quilters or fiber artists but I sure do have a good time, especially when it’s something sparkly!

#quiltsky #cardmaking I was caught a little flat footed for my Halloween cards last fall, so I’m getting a jump on Valentine’s Day. These are the main styles I’m sending this year. I have 20 made so I’m almost finished! Envelope seals are next!

#quiltsky #FMQ This is the happiest I’ve been with my FMQ. Not saying it’s great, just that it’s the best I’ve done so far. I used a smaller needle this time & 80wt Wonderfil DecoBob thread. I really like that stuff. Now if only I could execute micro fill on the longarm. FPP pattern by Liza Taylor.

#knittingmachine Does anyone here have experience with using and procuring flat bed knitting machines (mid gauge 6.5 mm) that can either use punch cards or software to create patterns? I’d greatly appreciate your guidance; the last thing I need is another hobby but I am transfixed by them.

#quiltsky Every year I experiment with what I might do for the following year as a little winter/holiday ditty for a few folks on my list who enjoy mini quilts. I threw this together as a mock up (you can tell I didn’t take the care I do with a gift) but I like it and think I’ll do some of these up.

#co2laser #fiberlaser We’ve been making some little gifts for friends. youtu.be/88Te96sFDj8?...

#quiltsky #equality most of what I make is what I want to see/feel - beauty, whimsy, fun, peace, color. But every once in a while I make what I DO see, what I DO feel, and what it means for all but a few.

#quiltsky Happy Festivus everyone! I finished the poinsettia quilt. Krista Moser’s Crimson Christmas pattern. That woman is a genius!

#quiltsky Longarmer question: while using your channel lock have you ever experienced thread shredding/breakage when sewing to the left? I’m using SoFine 50 upper and lower, 18 needle which I know is big but I’m hesitant to go smaller, I’ve changed the needle 3x, rethreaded 3x, lowered the tension-

#sourdough Has anyone bought this bread slicer? If so, would you recommend it for REALLY crusty bread? Zassenhaus Vintage Manual Adjustable Bread Slicer for Uniform Slices - Bread Slicer - 18/8 Stainless Steel Blade Sourdough Cutter - Stainless Steel 13.4" x 10.24" x 8.27" a.co/d/aEgANxp

Look at Deborah’s gorgeous art quilt! The use of color is superb! What a beautiful scene ❄️.

#quiltsky I also learned that a “Dynamic Walking Foot” differs from standard walking feet in that it allows you to use decorative stitches that have a backward & forward movement compensates for dull feed dogs. My machine is a Baby Lock so I assume Brother also offers this foot. It has 4 soles.

#quiltsky Today I learned that if your fabric doesn’t feed perfectly straight through your machine hands free it MAY be because your feed dogs are worn down/don’t have the bite they used to. My BL Crescendo is circa 2013 with 6.2 million stitches on her. In my case, new dogs are needed. Who knew?😁

#quiltsky #CO2laser Another quilting notion made on the CO2 laser, this time a quilt binding spool/keeper. They’re so quick to make and would be fun stocking stuffers for quilty friends. The 1/4” acrylic is overkill IMO; we are all space constrained so I’d go with the 1/4”. youtu.be/JuP8b8LAaug?...

#fiberlaser My husband is making contact cards for me. They’re great for quilt shows or sewing/quilt clubs or guilds as well as anyone anywhere you want to provide contact info to. I put my primary interests on the back just for fun. They stand out at .08 mm aluminum. They don’t bend. I love lasers!

Look at Sharon’s beautiful scrappy star! I love it when scraps become show stoppers!

#quiltsky Every time I watch House Hunters (it is my lunchtime companion on the days my husband is swamped with calls) I marvel at the absence of people with hobbies that require a lot of space. Does anyone else look at houses on tv and think, there is no space for sewing rooms or workshops?

#sourdough Secoubd boule of the day. This one baked longer. I’m very happy with this one. We haven’t cut it yet but the rise I think was quite good so I’m hopeful about the internal structure.

#sourdough photos of the inside of boule 1. End piece. I experimented and used my Ankarsrum with the dough roller for about 5 minutes instead of mixing by hand. I was surprised by how elastic the dough was after that and the dough was stronger than usual through all the stretch and folds.

#sourdough First boule of the day. Hubby likes a softer crust (I prefer a very crunchy crust) so I make one the way he likes it and one the way I like it. Aside from taking it out too early for my taste I was pretty happy with it. The internal structure was much more open than usual.

#quiltsky #CO2laser When the husband unit understands the assignment. Minimal waste!😁

#quiltsky #cardmaking I put my west coast cards in the mail tonight. I need to get cracking on the rest of them. Why don’t ingredients spontaneously turn themselves into meals? Anyway, I love making envelope seals on the Silhouette. Addicted to the adhesive backed glitter paper!

#quiltsky #CO2laser #cardmaking Here is what I’m up to today, at least for a little bit. Triangles and words are laser cut. Binding is fun when it’s 6.5” long 😁. We also cut the cards out of 12x12 heavy duty card stock. It’s markedly less expensive than pre-made.

#quiltsky #CO2laser a still of the final minky cuddle engraving. Definitely use a thicker font for a name. This was an experiment and I just used the first font I saw for the name. Once settings are dialed in it’s a really nice effect.

#quiltsky #CO2laser Well, it was quite the adventure today arriving at the settings for engraving minky cuddle on the CO2 laser but we finally got there. I’m going to post all of the trial and error I recorded on YT @CutItOutWithUs for anyone interested in what did not work for us.

Look at Nicole’s beautiful art quilt that holds equally beautiful sentiment ❤️❤️❤️. It’s lovely in every way!

Heads up.

#quiltsky Krista Moser’s Crimson Christmas pattern. The light from the west side of the porch makes it look like the wrong side is showing on the bottom left, but it isn’t. Now to quilt it. This was hard for me. I struggled with the placement of the shapes but the instructions are excellent.

#quiltsky Seeking input from any/all Bernina 770 series owners. I’m mulling a Bernina because my current machine is inconsistent with decorative stitch formation in general but more so on heavy cardstock. I’m also interested in stitch regulation. Any insight on your experience is appreciated. 🌼

Hubba hubba look at this beauty! 😍

Astonishingly gorgeous as always!

Heads up to those who knit, crochet, or weave, I saw this lady on TikTok and think she has a brilliant idea recycling wool and cotton fibers. www.tiktok.com/t/ZP8UDjHX2/

#quiltsky I write to say how grateful I am for the wonderful, warm, funny, smart, generous, enthusiastic, inspiring, and crazy talented people I’ve met here. It can be hard to practice gratitude in the midst of a cascade of calamities but I make a point to try. I’m thankful for you and this place.

#quiltsky #FMQ #co2laser I’m mainly posting these for the FMQ. I’m not used to quilting on poly/synthetics but my mom likes shiny so I thought I’d try. I also did my best just to relax/have fun with the FMQ and this is what turned up. I’m going to clean up some of the zigzag around the snowflake.

#quiltsky I don’t know if I’ve turned a corner or if it was just a fluke, but yesterday I needed to quilt two pieces far too small for the longarm. It has been quite a while since I quilted on the straight stitch. Not that I’m great at either, but I was surprised by how much less competent I was.

#quiltsky My mom, 85, is a painter. I made this as a wall hanging a few years ago before she moved from her house into a senior living apartment. She has a small art studio there (converted sunroom) and asked that I fashion it into a chair cover with a ruffle for her painting chair.

#quiltsky Bound and labeled. I strive to keep my full name off the interwebs as much as possible. I enjoy the delusion that my efforts make a difference. 😋

#longarm #quiltsky if anyone would like a 10 foot set of Red Snappers, 5 feet of which have been used twice, for $65 including shipping let me know. I’ve switched to magnets and don’t foresee using them again. I’ll put them on eBay if no one here wants them 😃. I also have a lot of Sizzix fabric dies

#quiltsky #longarm I don’t know whether to be proud or embarrassed but, I finished quilting this last night. All hand guided on the longarm. I’ll label and bind it; you can see I had a few thread nests on the back, some were because I didn’t notice the thread was twisted around the needle 😳.

How pretty is this!?! I quite agree; everything is better with a cat! 😻

#quiltsky #longarm I made this video for my friend Mindy who has magnets but hasn’t tried them with minky cuddle so I thought I’d show her that it stayed put. I’m not done with the quilting but am going to put it in landscape instead of portrait to do the borders and then trace all of the squares.

#quiltsky #longarm has anyone experienced their longarm feeling heavier or having more drag when quilting a minky cuddle backing? I’ve never quilted it on my longarm until today. Usually the machine just glides almost too easily.

#quiltsky #3Dprinting #longarm #magnets I FINALLY made 10ft leaders & some nifty side leaders (not my idea) for the longarm. My husband 3D printed enough DIY/copycat Sew Tite magnets for me to show you what we have. I can’t sell the magnets/side leaders as theyre not my IP. youtu.be/L6-2mW7WkCE?...

#quiltsky I thought this was so fun! Enjoy! www.tiktok.com/t/ZP8DWRydG/

This looks like fun!