Glad to hear from you as my husband and I just jumped from Windows 7 to 11 and I'm very nervous about the transition. We have a concierge service with ours from Costco and only have set them up so far

This list is a refuge for us also, a break from the challenges you've mentioned. Thank you doesn't say it all, but it is sincerely stated. All the best in the new year to you both.

Another option is to use the same color of the towel in the bobbin.

i learned in thread classes that 12 wt. was for bobbin work or sergers. I've used it for both, but don't really like bobbin work because the thread has to be wound too often.

Is the app on the IPad or can it be downloaded to an Android? I didn't get in on the beginning of the thread, so am wanting to get it.

Not to mention an original and very funny sense of humor....has made many a day for me.

Really appreciate this info. Scary world out there.

I haven't posted for awhile, and had trouble getting in to the group. Was told I do not have a password or profile. The password I thought I had didn't work. Please advise. I did want to add my two ce

Floriani and John Deer have many lace designs. I will post photos of some I've done in my album later today. BD

Any chance of getting a photo and directions for this type of mask?

FYI, In my stash I found two "Pin Wheel Bejewel" rolls of quilting cotton cuts 21/2". Cut lengthwise, they are the perfect size for four mask straps. I'm making them for a local dealer.

How does a person join? I have Embird but don't use it much. Would like to follow someone who does. Thanks. BD

Brilliant! Thanks for taking the time to be thorough.

When I read the word "hammer" I thought "uh-oh" until I read further. Hammering seams is also used on leather and helps. I haven't read anything about the HP foot which I've used on heavy seams. My 15

Am going to add a couple photos of my simplified version of Diane's hoop holder. Sure nice to get them up and out of the way.

Kathy, thanks for the response. We were all right about the "rotate" but who knew how much there is to know about that subject. See above.

Oh, do I have good news. The key word was "rotate", but there's more to the story. I started out saving the design in 5D software because I like the optimizer that reduces stitch count. However, it is

Have been trying all day to add a large design (9x11.75 hoop) to my 15000. Can load it to the EMBF inside the EMB folder, create a new folder, but the machine doesn't see the design and doesn't create

I really appreciate the feedback. Nice to know it isn't "just me". Actually, I didn't have trouble with Schmetz either.

Seems every machine has its own quirks. Think I'll stay with the Janome needles and bobbins.