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A bit of a 'do' / Re: Bridesmaids dresses...one down one to go
« on: October 13, 2018, 17:24:32 PM »
Well done, @Seweasy they are beautiful and the girls' faces show that they feel really special in them.
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In the wardrobe / Re: At last a Waffle Tostie
« on: October 12, 2018, 17:56:40 PM »
What a great jacket, well done. (A waffle tostie sounds like something you'd get in Costa Coffee.)
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Hi, I'm new... / Re: Hello from Esme866
« on: October 10, 2018, 20:32:57 PM »
Welcome Esme. You'll certainly get plenty of advice and support here and probably be led astray too.
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Sewing Machines / Re: Innovis XP1
« on: October 10, 2018, 11:30:08 AM »
Well, I didn't learn much about the technical spec from that. I'll go and buy something else.
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Patchwork & Quilting ... Welcome to the Darkside / Re: The Darksides Next Challenge ... Midsummer Applique Challenge
« on: October 09, 2018, 16:27:04 PM »
...... and you as well @Kenora , are you sure you haven't been on the dark side in a previous life? Another brave choice of subject for a first time.
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Patchwork & Quilting ... Welcome to the Darkside / Re: The Darksides Next Challenge ... Midsummer Applique Challenge
« on: October 09, 2018, 09:01:40 AM »
Very well done Sandra and a very brave choice of subject for a first go.
(Actually, I'm sure you've had a previous life on the dark side that you're not telling us about!)
(Actually, I'm sure you've had a previous life on the dark side that you're not telling us about!)
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Patchwork & Quilting ... Welcome to the Darkside / Re: Where are all you BOMers?????
« on: October 08, 2018, 11:37:16 AM »
I got them all done last year but afraid I just didn't get off the starting blocks this year. (Most likely to do with DH now being retired).
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Patchwork & Quilting ... Welcome to the Darkside / Re: Considering creeping back to the dark side
« on: October 06, 2018, 14:54:59 PM »
@Catllar How about something like this for instant gratification. Easy to constuct but very effective with the right fabrics.
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Embroidery and Embellishment / Re: How much!
« on: October 05, 2018, 16:29:55 PM »
The true cost should reflect the number of hours of skilled work it has taken.
What do car mechanics, plumbers and electricians charge per hour? I have no idea but I suspect it would make hand produced goods prohibitively expensive.
What do car mechanics, plumbers and electricians charge per hour? I have no idea but I suspect it would make hand produced goods prohibitively expensive.
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Patchwork & Quilting ... Welcome to the Darkside / Re: Considering creeping back to the dark side
« on: October 05, 2018, 16:24:27 PM »
The starburst quilt in the middle of the FOQ collection is eminently doable and quite stunning.
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Block of the Month 2018 / Re: Octobers Autumnal BOM
« on: October 05, 2018, 11:15:56 AM »
Sandra, those colours are just gorgeous and as for your quilting ......
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Patchwork & Quilting ... Welcome to the Darkside / Re: Splitting seams
« on: October 05, 2018, 11:05:28 AM »
I always use my machine's default 2.5mm but was thinking after you posted this that with a scant 1/4" seam that means only 2 and a bit stitches are beyond the seam line. If you are chain piecing especially the thread gets cut very close so I can see how it might easily unravel a bit before you get to sew across the seam. I have seen this when I have had to manhandle sections quite a lot before joining. I think I might go for a 2mm stitch next time I piece.
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Fun with Fabric / Re: Cheaper alternative to Art Gallery?
« on: October 04, 2018, 18:11:09 PM »
Hmm, I've ordered a couple of bits of fabric and had a 'despatched' e mail just half an hour after placing my order.
I like the fact that delivery is free.
I like the fact that delivery is free.
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Embroidery and Embellishment / Re: How much!
« on: October 04, 2018, 10:47:11 AM »
The price charged for something attracts different buyers / puts the item for sale in a different 'class'.
A friend of mine buys and refurbishes wooden furniture (tbh I don't think her finish is particularly good). She took a set of stools into a local centre that sells for people and said that the price was £20 each. The proprietor told her not to be so daft and he said £50 each. They were snapped up the same day.
His theory was that if you put a low price on something people will equate that with low quality . If you charge a higher price you will attract a different group of people (those with money to spend) who equate the price with high quality even if it isn't.
This is borne out by people who will only buy 'labels' at inflated prices when the style and quality is little different from George at Asda.
A friend of mine buys and refurbishes wooden furniture (tbh I don't think her finish is particularly good). She took a set of stools into a local centre that sells for people and said that the price was £20 each. The proprietor told her not to be so daft and he said £50 each. They were snapped up the same day.
His theory was that if you put a low price on something people will equate that with low quality . If you charge a higher price you will attract a different group of people (those with money to spend) who equate the price with high quality even if it isn't.
This is borne out by people who will only buy 'labels' at inflated prices when the style and quality is little different from George at Asda.
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Fun with Fabric / Re: Cheaper alternative to Art Gallery?
« on: October 03, 2018, 11:35:50 AM »
I have had some good quality printed cotton jersey from My Fabrics but they don't have the variety of designs.