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Forum: For Vintage & Antique Machine Enthusiasts
05-04-2022, 01:38 PM
Replies: 11
Views: 1,309
Posted By KenmoreGal2

Thanks Joe. Considering I'd also have to purchase...

Thanks Joe. Considering I'd also have to purchase a foot controller and cord just so I can give this machine away, I think I'll let the metal man take it. I'm still not positive it sews well, I can't...
Forum: For Vintage & Antique Machine Enthusiasts
05-04-2022, 11:48 AM
Replies: 11
Views: 1,309
Posted By KenmoreGal2

I think I figured it out (with hubby's help) and...

I think I figured it out (with hubby's help) and I think the machine is trashed. But let me know.

I think the horizontal bevel gear is gone. We found a picture of it in a 626 service manual,...
Forum: For Vintage & Antique Machine Enthusiasts
05-04-2022, 06:55 AM
Replies: 11
Views: 1,309
Posted By KenmoreGal2

Thanks Janey. Fingers crossed this issue is user...

Thanks Janey. Fingers crossed this issue is user error. I'd gladly take the blame!!

The list of cords that will fit is wonderful! Thanks for that.
Forum: For Vintage & Antique Machine Enthusiasts
05-04-2022, 06:46 AM
Replies: 11
Views: 1,309
Posted By KenmoreGal2

This machine has the oddest plastic bobbins that...

This machine has the oddest plastic bobbins that definitely won't fit on my winder. I don't even think there's a hole on the bottom of the bobbin. So I wound some thread by hand. And there's a...
Forum: For Vintage & Antique Machine Enthusiasts
05-04-2022, 05:45 AM
Replies: 11
Views: 1,309
Posted By KenmoreGal2

Where's the belt for example? Does this machine...

Where's the belt for example? Does this machine not have a belt? As I posted on another site, I thought I was pretty competent with old machines but now I've been brought down a couple of notches!
Forum: For Vintage & Antique Machine Enthusiasts
05-04-2022, 05:42 AM
Replies: 11
Views: 1,309
Posted By KenmoreGal2

Plastic gears but they seem fine. I rotated them...

Plastic gears but they seem fine. I rotated them with a toothpick.

I also took pics of the bobbin area. The lever on the right hand side of the bed that allows me to remove the throat plate is not...
Forum: For Vintage & Antique Machine Enthusiasts
05-04-2022, 05:26 AM
Replies: 11
Views: 1,309
Posted By KenmoreGal2

Thanks. I'll check right now.

Thanks. I'll check right now.
Forum: For Vintage & Antique Machine Enthusiasts
05-04-2022, 04:53 AM
Replies: 11
Views: 1,309
Posted By KenmoreGal2

Help with a Touch and Sew 626 please

I rescued a 626 from the curb (in a cabinet!) and found a taker on Freecycle. It can go to a woman whose Grandma's machine just broke. Two problems, I hope you can help me with one. First problem is...
Forum: Main
10-27-2020, 05:40 AM
Replies: 8
Views: 3,817
Posted By KenmoreGal2

Thanks for the replies. Based on what I've read,...

Thanks for the replies. Based on what I've read, I'm not going to try this. Why ask for trouble?? https://cdn.quiltingboard.com/images/smilies/smile.png
Forum: Main
10-25-2020, 04:12 AM
Replies: 8
Views: 3,817
Posted By KenmoreGal2

Have you used a microfiber sheet as a quilt back?

I searched through old posts and saw the question asked before but I didn't find any replies from people who have actually done it.

So......have you used a microfiber sheet as a quilt back? I'm...
Forum: General Chit-Chat (non-quilting talk)
05-28-2020, 06:07 AM
Replies: 18
Views: 2,115
Posted By KenmoreGal2

I have a conclusion. My group agreed that we...

I have a conclusion. My group agreed that we should not use the glittery fabric for masks. They had placed a bulk fabric order for masks and got so busy distributing the fabric to the sewists that...
Forum: General Chit-Chat (non-quilting talk)
05-27-2020, 05:56 AM
Replies: 18
Views: 2,115
Posted By KenmoreGal2

Thanks all. I wiped the washer three times, each...

Thanks all. I wiped the washer three times, each time there was less glitter. Now I'm running a sacrificial load with drop clothes and an extra rinse. I'll hang it on the line and hopefully the last...
Forum: General Chit-Chat (non-quilting talk)
05-26-2020, 02:48 PM
Replies: 18
Views: 2,115
Posted By KenmoreGal2

Thanks. I am concerned now. I've reached out to...

Thanks. I am concerned now. I've reached out to the group that I sew for.
Forum: General Chit-Chat (non-quilting talk)
05-26-2020, 02:16 PM
Replies: 18
Views: 2,115
Posted By KenmoreGal2

Aw geez, I didn't even think of the glitter...

Aw geez, I didn't even think of the glitter causing breathing issues. I'll check with the group I sew for. They sent it to me though.
Forum: General Chit-Chat (non-quilting talk)
05-26-2020, 01:53 PM
Replies: 18
Views: 2,115
Posted By KenmoreGal2

Help with glitter from fabric please

I was given yardage to make face masks. The first thing I did upon receiving it was to wash it all in hot water and hang it outside in the sun.

One of the pieces has a ton of glitter in the fabric...
Forum: Pictures
12-30-2019, 02:05 PM
Replies: 13
Views: 3,680
Posted By KenmoreGal2

I just had it happen again so I wanted to update...

I just had it happen again so I wanted to update this before I forget. I was going backwards and to the left as you thought Sue. Plus my bobbin was almost empty so that messes with the tensions. I am...
Forum: Pictures
12-08-2019, 06:48 PM
Replies: 13
Views: 3,680
Posted By KenmoreGal2

I can't speak for Tartan, but yes I am doing FMQ...

I can't speak for Tartan, but yes I am doing FMQ on my DSM, not a long arm. I'll have to pay even closer attention to see if it happens as you describe. Thanks!

You mentioned an explanation that's...
Forum: Pictures
12-08-2019, 08:41 AM
Replies: 13
Views: 3,680
Posted By KenmoreGal2

Since Tartan first made this post I've been...

Since Tartan first made this post I've been trying to pay attention to the conditions when it happens to me. I believe speed may be a factor for me, as well as possible tension issues.
Forum: Pictures
12-08-2019, 04:38 AM
Replies: 13
Views: 3,680
Posted By KenmoreGal2

Is there anyone who can explain what's happening...

Is there anyone who can explain what's happening in the photo that Tartan posted? Upon reflection I'm pretty sure it only happens to me when I FMQ, not when I plain old sew. So curious.......Thanks!
Forum: Pictures
11-20-2019, 02:14 PM
Replies: 13
Views: 3,680
Posted By KenmoreGal2

I just finished FMQ'ing 2 wheelchair quilts. I...

I just finished FMQ'ing 2 wheelchair quilts. I use my domestic sewing machine. I had it happen 3 times on the first quilt, once on the 2nd. Going with the theory that it's a tension issue, I have...
Forum: Main
11-09-2019, 04:47 AM
Replies: 11
Views: 1,400
Posted By KenmoreGal2

I have the exact set up you are considering...

I have the exact set up you are considering Cattitude, but with different machines. My main machine is vintage (1957) so my set up is slightly different than yours but I sought out and purchased...
Forum: General Chit-Chat (non-quilting talk)
09-29-2019, 04:16 AM
Replies: 137
Views: 13,011
Posted By KenmoreGal2

I am KenmoreGal2 because I only own Kenmores. My...

I am KenmoreGal2 because I only own Kenmores. My primary machine was my Mom's. I FMQ on it's cousin, another Kenmore built the previous year. I have a 3rd working Kenmore portable which I don't use...
Forum: Main
12-21-2018, 07:46 AM
Replies: 6
Views: 1,510
Posted By KenmoreGal2

I've made some nice throw quilts with FMQ on...

I've made some nice throw quilts with FMQ on minky but I hated, hated, hated the mess when I trimmed the edges before binding. So the next couple of minky quilts were pillowcase style which I didn't...
Forum: Main
03-30-2018, 03:43 AM
Replies: 39
Views: 3,663
Posted By KenmoreGal2

Another vote for the green plaid.

Another vote for the green plaid.
Forum: Pictures
03-25-2018, 01:54 PM
Replies: 58
Views: 5,608
Posted By KenmoreGal2

Wow, just wow! Those are all beautiful!

Wow, just wow! Those are all beautiful!
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