I had a lady contact me about a few machines she wanted to sell.
I wasn’t interested in all of them, but 2 piqued my interest, the Singer 185J, because I knew someone who wanted it, and the Pfaff 362, because I thought it would be interesting to play with. Continue reading “Machine works and is in good condition”… really?
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Followup to the Universal adjustable sewing desk
I had a couple of questions asked in PMs the other day on the Quilting board about the Universal Desk I built a couple of weeks ago, and am posting them here with permission.
when you have your machine in it… does your machine ‘vibrate’ backwards? I see you have a gap at the back/right side of it and am wondering if you have something you insert in there or if you just leave that spot open. (to the right of your wheel)
Second Floor – Hardware, Children’s wear, Ladies’ lingerie… A Universal Desk
Lately I’ve been experimenting with Free Motion Quilting (FMQ).
Yes, I see that surprised look on your faces! I do, in fact, sew sometimes! When I’m not buried elbow deep in the innards of a sewing machine, sometimes I even use them. 🙂
My latest “thing” is FMQ. It’s really fun, but if your sewing surface isn’t set up correctly, it can be a real pain in the neck, shoulders, wrists, arms, back, and head. With a lot of damage already in my back and wrists from computer work, (and dirtbikes, and old car wrecks, and skiing,… well you get the picture.) I had to think this one through pretty carefully.
I wanted a new desk, but had to do it on a budget. I’m willing to contribute some sweat equity, so I figured I’d give it a go at building something.
Continue reading Second Floor – Hardware, Children’s wear, Ladies’ lingerie… A Universal Desk