Very unsatisfied. It is the right product. but not at all cut in any significant way, one side is 2 inches shorter than the other it was cut that unstraight!
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Showing posts with label janome serger sewing machine. Show all posts
Lacis Yarn Ball Winder MO17
List Price: $38.99
Sale Price: $22.87
Today's Bonus: 41% Off
I have been using the Lacis ball winder for about a year and have to say that it one of the most justified purchases I've made.
When I purchased the winder, I was somewhat concerned with the negative reviews, however I'm fortunate to have two local yarn shops (LYS) very close by, so I knew that they were simply designed and simple to use. I figured that if I couldn't get it to work, someone at the LYS would assist.
Naturally, I was anxious to wind everything in sight, as soon as it arrived. Much to my surprise, it wasn't working the way I expected. Assembly is minimum, so when the yarn kept getting caught under the gear and just not winding correctly, I thought that there was something "wrong" with my winder.
I'd read, re-read the directions, but it took some playing around and sheer luck to figure out what I was doing wrong. The guide rod, which the manual instructs you to pull out, actually has to be pulled hard and must snap into place in the center of the base. Otherwise, arm falls, doesn't guide properly and makes a mess of your yarn.
Once I solved the problem, I had no more problems.
Although the reviews are not glowing and the Royal winder seems to be a favorite, let me just point out that the winder, unlike your choice in yarn or knitting, or crochet needles, are basically the same.
I definitely recommend it to anyone, especially at the current discounted price of $23...it's money well spent!
20pc Assorted Size Antiqued Copper Charms and Pendants Jewelry
All of the pieces I received were smaller than a quarter, and most were smaller than a dime. All but a few were duplicates. I got 5 of the same charm! It was not worth the money and I am very disappointed.
Utility Organizer-4-28 Adjustable Compartments, Natural
List Price: $9.95
Sale Price: $8.99
Today's Bonus: 10% Off
I bought a couple of these to see if they would be good for storing small Lego parts. At first, they seemed ideal: They had a variety of storage configurations, with two rows of compartments for really small pieces/parts, and another section that could be configured for up to 5 larger compartments.
Once I examined them, however, I found the plastic to be rather flimsy. It's not really going to fall apart or anything, but everything, particularly the cover, flexes quite a bit. This is a problem when storing small parts, because when you pick the case up by the handle and everything goes vertical, small parts manage to squeeze between the compartment dividers and the cover, mixing themselves up.
I had no troubles inserting the optional compartment dividers, though some fit more firmly than others. Again, for small parts, you would want a tighter fit, so I recommend care is taken when separating dividers from each other (they arrive as sets of 5, all attached together). After cutting them apart, I filed down the remaining "nubs" which had connected the dividers to their neighbors--I would recommend for those looking for a tighter fit, to not file them flush: Leave a little bit out. The way the divider system is designed, that will increase friction when you insert the dividers into their slots. If I decide to keep the second one organizer, I may try that myself to see how effective it is. The good thing is, if it's too tight, it's easy to fix. It's a lot harder to fix if things get too loose!
The purple latches work well, and give a solid snap when open and closed. Unlike some other organizers, these latches are actually on hinges, and aren't simply flexible pieces of plastic, so I am not concerned with wear causing them to break off. The integrated handle balances well, regardless of the weight of the organizer's contents.
Summary:
Pros: Good latches, lots of flexibility in compartment configuration, good dividers, easy to see contents, relatively inexpensive
Cons: Flimsy plastic (particularly the cover), inconsistent divider friction, not good for small parts under 5mm (0.2") in any dimension if you ever plan to pick it up by the handle
Dritz Sewing Machine Light Bulb for Sewing Product
I have a Singer featherweight machine. The perfect machine for me, does nothing fancy but makes perfect stitches. I like to have an extra one on hand.
Swingline SmartCut Pro Rotary Trimmer, 15 Inch Cut Length, 10
List Price: $74.99
Sale Price: $43.00
Today's Bonus: 43% Off
Smooth and easy cutting that near-perfect line, rotary cutters will always wobble a tiny bit. The blade that came with it was tightened too tight and was warped, you couldn't really see the warp but the cut proved it. The cuts had a wobble to them the same as the circumference of the blade. When I called support they thought it was something else but I insisted it was the blade and was sent a new 2-pack of blades and they worked perfect.
NSI Rock Tumbler Classic
List Price: $49.99
Sale Price: $39.09
Today's Bonus: 22% Off
This is a great little tumbler to polish rocks. If you have no idea about rocks or how this machine works you need to do a little research. This is not the type of item to just buy and expect to polish rocks in a weekends time without even having to read the directions. The tumbler is also recommended for children ten years or older.
To polish rocks properly it will take a solid month of tumbling and is a three step process. This means the tumbler will be running for the entire month. The first step takes about a week, the second about two weeks, with the final step about one week. Between the steps all you have to do is clean out the barrel and the rocks and put back in with new water and the next level of grit/polish. Besides occasionally making sure the tumbler was sealed properly and is in no danger of walking itself off the table it requires no other attention. The tumbler does make some noise tumbling but not a ridicules amount. You obviously can't place it in your bedroom or living room and expect it not to be heard. Placement in a basement or garage is ideal. The power draw is minimal as it only uses .15 amps and 10 watts. Therefore, if you pay 10 cents a kWh, then the amount it will run up your electric bill for a month of constant running is 73 cents.
The instructions that come with the tumbler are also pretty good, but they do need followed. The tumbler is durable but you need to lube two points as indicated in the manual or you will put excess stress on the motor and you will burn it out. The drum seals quite well and easily if you follow the instructions on sealing which requires you to make sure the "O" ring is properly seated and you put a light coating of oil on the rim of the barrel to complete the seal.
Refills for the tumbler are extremely easy to find. Starting with the order form including with the kit where you can order parts, grit, rocks, etc. You can also purchase refill kits at Walmart, Target, and Kmart. There are also dozens of places you can also order refill stuff off the internet.
Overall, this is a great little item but it is not for everyone. If you or your children can't delay immediate gratification, or don't believe in reading/following instructions then this item is not likely for you. If you can't believe the noise it makes because you insisted on setting it up next to your bed, or can't believe that it costs less then a dollar a month to run then this is also not likely for you.
8-Day Wall Clock Movement Mechanism Pendulum Drop Parts
I was very disappointed with how this product was packaged. The pendulum rod was bent in half so that it would fit in the small box it was shipped in. Also, the two clock parts that hold the hands were pretruding through the box. Can't get the part to work now. Key won't turn to wind it. :-(
Darice ArtyFacts Portable Art Studio, 131-Piece Deluxe Art Set
List Price: $39.99
Sale Price: $16.99
Today's Bonus: 58% Off
This product was described fantastically, exactly what we wanted ..... but when it arrived, we (and more importantly, our daughter) were very disappointed. The quality of the markets is poor, but what is worse is that the "24 oil pastels" are NOT oil pastels they are just 24 additional crayons with the words "oil pastel" on them. We have seen and used real oil pastels, and these are not oil pastels. Recommend that people steer clear of this product!
Janome Border Guide Sewing Machine Foot
Got it last week. It was ok until today it broke!!! O_O?
The guide line center broke when I was sewing which it was just the second time used since I've got it.
(Lucky that it did not hit my eyes. -"-' )
Now it looks like open toe foot with big border guide sewing on both sides. Y_Y
The guide line center broke when I was sewing which it was just the second time used since I've got it.
(Lucky that it did not hit my eyes. -"-' )
Now it looks like open toe foot with big border guide sewing on both sides. Y_Y
Fiskars 9528 45mm Rotary Cutter Blades, 5-Pack
List Price: $26.50
Sale Price: $13.99
Today's Bonus: 47% Off
This are the same blades that came with your trimmer and as such work great. The five pack is a much better deal than buying them one at a time and you will never be without a sharp blade when you need it.
AMACO Craft Clay Machine
List Price: $26.95
Sale Price: $18.59
Today's Bonus: 31% Off
I bought this machine at Michael's (craft store) for use with Polymer Clay. The machine was very poorly made and broke on the second day of use! The "clamp" that helps hold it to the table did not fit properly so I had to borrow some of my husband's clamps so it wouldn't move around....but then, while using it, the dials (that gauge the thickness of the clay) completely broke.
I returned it and am going to get a nicer Atlas machine. Don't waste your time with this one....you'll only be disappointed and frustrated with it!
Brother CE-5500 Limited Edition Project Runway Computerized
I absolutely love this machine! Sewing since I was young this is the first sewing machine I've owned that's more than basic (or super old!). The automatic bobbin feed and threader is the best invention ever! I have a lot of trouble threading needles because of tremor in my hands and bad eyes -this makes it SUPER easy. I do agree with some of the other reviews, it takes a few minutes to figure out how to use the automatic threader, but once you do it's amazing how quick and easy it is. My last sewing machine had trouble sewing through layers of thick duck cloth -this was able to zip right through with no problems whatsoever. I have only had the machine for a few days, and haven't explored all the options yet. I basically have only used it for basic sewing, but so far it is great. The foot control is very sensitive to the pressure you put on it, so you are able to sew as quickly or slowly as you want. My last machine would either not move at all or move at what felt like a million miles an hour :-) The manual so far has been very useful, it's detailed and has lots of diagrams. For the price, I feel like this machine is an awesome deal and would recommend it to anyone.
Janome 2212 Sewing Machine
List Price: $249.00
Sale Price: $149.00
Today's Bonus: 40% Off
This is a great machine that's done everything I need, and does it well. I've owned it for a while now, I sew on it several hours a week, usually in one big sewing block. It quilts just fine, hems jeans (with the help of a jean-a-ma-jig) there are many feet available for it very inexpensively, both Janome and generic feet. If you're new to sewing and want a simple, reliable machine that won't give you a headache, I definitely recommend this machine. It is a vertical bobbin, and while the trend right now is horizontal bobbins, there are some advantages to the vertical bobbin. For instance, it's really easy to clear thread jams, and you can clear them without removing your project from the machine, you can change bobbins without moving your project, and many people prefer vertical bobbin when doing free motion quilting. Another great thing about this machine, if you take up sewing and decide you can't continue, you won't feel bad about giving this machine to someone else because a) it's a good solid machine and b) it wasn't expensive. If you decide to keep sewing and want to upgrade to something fancy later, you still don't have to feel guilty because a) you can still take it to classes easily (15 lbs so easy to transport) b) it wasn't expensive and c) it's always good to have a reliable back-up machine in case your fancy one breaks down or your friend needs to borrow it, or you want to teach kids in your neighborhood to sew, but don't want to teach them on your expensive machine. So in the end, it's a simple basic machine that works very well, and because it's simple, it will last a long time as per the 25 year warranty.
Three DVD set of Pocket Sketching
FUN AND FABULOUS INSTRUCTIONAL VIDEO SET. It's hard to express just how wonderful this technique is and how great a teacher this artist is. She leads you from baby-steps through actually creating paintings you can be proud of. And you do it in privacy of your home or office without stress, pausing and reviewing at your own pace. Actually, this is very stress-relieving. I found the ideas just flowing when I lost myself in my right-brain creative process. HIGHLY RECOMMEND these DVD's for the creative child hiding within each of us. PS: You can easily purchase the pilot pens necessary for this technique here at Amazon: Pilot Razor Point Marker Stick Pens, Extra Fine Point, Black Ink, Dozen Box (11001). Individual DVD's also available.
Me & My Big Ideas Rhinestone Word and Icon Stickers, Pink
Ok so this is a really cute sticker. I bought it to put onto my daughters DOC band ( helmet) my only complaint is that the pink in the pic on the internet is not actually what you get. I thought it was more of a baby pink but really it is like barbie pink. Still super cute but I thought you might like to know.
Roland GX-24 Vinyl Cutter
List Price: $2,095.00
Sale Price: $1,769.00
Today's Bonus: 16% Off
If you're trying to start a shirt business I recommend you buying this cutter because it kick ass!! Really it does, super easy to learn, really user friendly. I wasted $700 on a Expert 24XL, should of just bought the Roland. :/