Do you tilt your machine?
#53
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Originally Posted by Lacelady
Originally Posted by spartan quilter
I read just recently about a gal setting her machine into a desk, and one of the suggestions a board member gave, was
to tilt the machine, which makes it easier to see the needle and sewing area. So, when I sat down to sew this morning, I thought about that, got some small blocks, probably about 1/2 to 3/4 inch deep, set them under the back of my machine, and WOW, it does make a difference.
So, I have just gotten another great tip from a member of this board and wondered how many others are doing this.
to tilt the machine, which makes it easier to see the needle and sewing area. So, when I sat down to sew this morning, I thought about that, got some small blocks, probably about 1/2 to 3/4 inch deep, set them under the back of my machine, and WOW, it does make a difference.
So, I have just gotten another great tip from a member of this board and wondered how many others are doing this.
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Thanks to everyone who remembered my Sewing machine lifters. It works for short people too. LOL. YOu don't have to sit up so far to see. I love them. I carry mine everywhere with a spare or two and they always sell. I may have to try the little rubber legs too and carry them for those who dont' have a sewing machine lifter. I saw this idea a few years ago at a retreat, did not want to spend 50.00 on it so dh made me one when I got home and it's gone on form there. It was not my invention,,,,I'd be rich if it were. ROFL. Loved reading all the ideas on here. ♥♥
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I tilt my machine but I do it with two erasers that say Fabric Eraser on them. It tilts the machine slightly and I can still use the machine set into the cabinet. I don't remove them when I machine quilt. This has been a very interesting subject.
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Originally Posted by mim
I'm going to try it -- but first I have to put something under my FW so it won't slide off the dining tsble. Maybe I should tip the whole table and put a rubber mat under the FW.
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Originally Posted by Lostn51
This is why Singer made the Slant Shank machines so it would be easier for you to see your work as you were using the machine. A pretty neat idea but I think they phased it out after 20 years or so.
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