power blance black and yellow size XL just like it says but it didt look like the one on the display got the old looking one with the silver B. not going to waste my time to sen it back
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Showing posts with label janome sewing machine in. Show all posts
4-Prong Diamond Gemstone Bead Pick Up Tool Part
List Price: $10.99
Sale Price: $5.50
Today's Bonus: 50% Off
Arrived promptly and the tweezers were as described. I would purchase them again, I'm satisfied and would recommend them for jewelry and small parts. .
Geographics Design Paper, Marble, 24 lb, 8.5 x 11 Inches, 100
List Price: $10.49
Sale Price: $7.30
Today's Bonus: 30% Off
It should have come boxed instead of plastic wrap around it with a thin carboard backing. I was dissapointed that the Marble design is only on one side and not both sides, which I believe would make it a much more professional product.
Wild Flights
I love the detail on the mold. It is very well made, has lots of cavities and tho each cavity is very small, the detail is wonderful. There is no one responsible for the misunderstanding about the size but ME. Just be aware that the cavities are very, very small. The hummingbirds are what drew me to the mold in the first place and I do love the different poses, especially that some are left-facing, some are right-facing. However, they are under an inch, tho again, this is MY fault for not reviewing the dimensions of the overall mold more carefully. If you need tiny birds, dragonflies, leaves, etc., this is your mold!
Sakura 39122 9-ml Tank Koi Water Color Brush, Medium
The brush came quickly and in good shape. I find it rather disappointing. . It may be because I haven't been painting for very long. In any case, I get much better results painting with a normal watercolor brush.
Singer Electric Scissors
List Price: $14.99
Sale Price: $11.99
Today's Bonus: 20% Off
I just bought these scissors recently at a local big box craft store (not Amazon). After putting in the two batteries, they wouldn't work. Eventually they started moving, but then fizzled out quickly. No matter what I tried they wouldn't stay on. It seemed like some connection was loose inside. I returned them and got my money back!!
Obviously this poor review doesn't reflect on Amazon, but I thought it might be useful for anyone who was thinking about buying these scissors.
Studio Designs Vintage Drafting Table - Rustic Oak
List Price: $249.99
Sale Price: $142.59
Today's Bonus: 43% Off
The dimensions on this drafting table say 24x36x45. Turns out they are actually 24x36x34. I don't know about you but an 11-in difference in the height dimensions are rather significant. I have a stand up desk at home and it is 44 -in at the front and 48-in in the back. So, when I saw this was 45-in high, I thought great! Turns out at 34-in high, it's a perfect standup desk for a 5-yr old.
There were some reviews suggesting missing parts, etc. I didn't get that far. Turns out one of the supports for the semicircular tilt wheel was not even cut through the wood so you couldn't get the piece in there if you wanted. Devious of them to only drill this half way knowing you were just about done. I'll bet they're still laughing about this in some Chinese factory.
I just can't believe the dimensional specs say 45-in high and it's 11-in too short. And, of course, there is no way to raise the height. It's fixed.
After an hour of work I now have to take it all apart and stick it back in the box and ship it back to Amazon. I'm really getting bummed with having to send a bunch of made in China stuff back to Amazon. The return policy is great but how do I recover 2 hours of completely wasted time.
I'd give this zero stars but that's not allowed.
50 SETS - OPEN RING PRONG NO SEW SNAP FASTENERS (200 Pieces)
I bought these to use with that little blue Dritz snap press that you pound with a hammer. I had previously been buying the Dritz refill packs, but that gets expensive after a while! Much to my delight, these snaps worked just perfectly with the snap press-they seem to be a little more lightweight than the Dritz brand snaps, but they are holding up fine to wear and tear. The other day, I put a snap in the wrong place, and I have yet to successfully pry the bugger off. These are a good value... next time, I'm buying the 100-pack!
Avery Printable Fabric for Inkjet Printers, 8.5 x 11 Inches
List Price: $18.99
Sale Price: $12.22
Today's Bonus: 36% Off
Customer review from the Amazon Vine Program Printable fabric sheets have been around for years, but improvements are being made every year. (There are STILL some really bad ones out there ...) Given the brand name recognition (Avery) and having had less than great results from similar products (I name only one below), I HAD to check out Avery Personal Creations Printable Fabric.
First Impressions:
1) The Product Itself: It is the stiffest fabric paper I have ever used. Instantly, I realized this could be both a huge plus and a big negative; this product is best suited for certain crafts (totes, framed pieces, scrapbooking, anything else where rigid is a good thing) and not for others (wearables, quilts, pillows)
2) The Image: For me, the single most important quality about printable fabric is the image reproduction. (Everything else I can work around, like fraying or thinness.) Granted, results can vary hugely, depending on your printer and the specific printer settings. When I used the "automatic" option for paper type and used the "best" quality option for printing, the end result using this Avery Printable Fabric was hands-down the very best I have ever seen.
Good Things To Know About This Product:
1) It is for Inkjet printers ONLY
2) There is no backing to peel off from the fabric sheet
3) It is Sew-in or Iron-on (unlike interfacings, this can be either/or); "Iron On" means ironing activates the glue, and NOT that this is an image transfer product that uses an iron to put the image on another surface
4) It's available (currently) in only one color a pleasing white (some other brands offer off-white)
5) This is not an image transfer product
6) When Avery claims "washable", their instructions really state "for best results, hand wash"
7) As with similar products, you need to let the printed image dry for at least 24 hours; even then, some image smearing can occur from simple handling
Personal Tips from Prior Experience With Printable Fabrics:
1) Read/follow all manufacturer's instructions; check website for more info/FAQs or reviews from other customers
2) Place only one sheet at a time in your printer
3) If not using the glue aspect, ie, you are sewing it in, keep in mind future ironing of the finished item the glue may adhere to parts of the project you never intended not good!!
4) If using color, try to use new/fresh color ink cartridge
5) ALWAYS do a test using plain printer paper first, to check for correct image placement, to test paper feed, and to test printer settings; know which is the image-side of the product (usually the matte side)
6) If applicable, keep seam allowances in mind
7) If using as an iron-on, make sure to PRESS and not really iron; both the fabric and thus the image itself can distort if you do too much side-to-side ironing. Just press the image with an up and down motion
8) Plan ahead for multiple projects; fit as many images as possible onto one sheet to make the best cost advantage
The Ultimate Test:
Unfortunately, the full test of this product will require months of time * and usage to determine:
1) how the image is retained and whether the fabric yellows over time. (I had to throw out several projects where I used Milliken's Printable Treasures because the images yellowed horribly.)
2) how the finished product withstands several washings and ironings (read my notes about HAND washing and ironing above!)
* Update 10/1/2012: I am still thrilled with the color quality on my simple little project. (I will post a photo soon.) The colors are still rich and deep, just like the very first day of printing. Of course, my project is not washable that will be my next experiment, and I will post an update as to how that goes.
The Downside:
At the time of this writing, Avery has not answered user questions on their website that are over 6 months old. I mention this not as an indication of the product quality, per se, but in case you need more information. You might do better going elsewhere, such as guilds, discussion groups, online user reviews, etc. for answers to any questions.
The Bottom Line:
For some crafts where rigidity can be an asset, and for near-perfect image reproduction, these Avery Printable Fabric cotton sheets are ideal.
Apoxie Sculpt 1 Lb. Black
I have never used this or any modeling/sculpting clays before but this worked well out of the box just as expected. It provided me plenty of time to mold what I wanted and dried without drooping, cracking, etc. I was able to use water to smooth out the surfaces quite well. Cleanup was messy so I highly recommend gloves but obviously that's difficult if you're sculpting something with any level of detail. I only rated it 4 starts instead of 5 simply due to price. But, high quality and you get what you pay for. I'd purchase it again.
P.S. I formed a cup holder for my Maserati a bit bulky but like that I could sandow down the finished product and build over a floral foam core!
P.S. I formed a cup holder for my Maserati a bit bulky but like that I could sandow down the finished product and build over a floral foam core!
SINGER 2732 60-Stitch-Function Sewing Machine
As a beginner I give this machine 5 stars. The directions and pictures were clear and easy to follow. The only time the machine messed up was when I did something wrong,... like sew with an empty bobbin. I've made a couple of easy to medium skill level projects (ie. pillow cases and pajama pants) and they've come out wonderfully. I've even started on making a simple Renaissance costume and it's working out pretty good. This machine works great with light to medium weight fabrics. I picked it because of the removable arm which comes in handy when sewing arm holes and the like. I also picked it for the 60 stitch feature (I've only used about 10.)
Now that I'm sewing more advance projects I've found it a little harder (but not impossible) to work with heavier fabrics or many layers because the machine isn't strong enough this is the only reason why I gave it a 4.
Even if I get a better machine I'm keepin' this one. I love it. For the cost it's a good buy.
Now that I'm sewing more advance projects I've found it a little harder (but not impossible) to work with heavier fabrics or many layers because the machine isn't strong enough this is the only reason why I gave it a 4.
Even if I get a better machine I'm keepin' this one. I love it. For the cost it's a good buy.
Kenmore 19106 Sewing Machine
I am extremely pleased with this machine. I have sewn some fairly difficult and unusual items since I received the machine to the mundane and enjoyed every minute of it. The machine is incredibly easy to thread. I have used a straight stitch and a zig zag stitch and discovered I can do more than I would ever have even attempted 20 years ago. Apparently with age I have gained patience and the machine and I get along extraordinarily well. I would recommend this machine as a wedding, high school graduation or college gift. It is serving me very well.
3dRose LLC Shih Tzu Puppy 10 by 10-Inch Quilt, Square
This is a very cute stamped puppy on this quilt block, however I thought the fabric was a little light weight. It will be fine when backed with some lightweight fleece.
Ends For Eyeglass Chain / Holder - Silver (24)
List Price: $7.69
Sale Price: $1.63
Today's Bonus: 79% Off
I am disappointed with these. They seemed like they would work, until they were on the glasses. The silicone stretches with the weight of the glasses, which makes the holders insecure. I ended up using super glue to hold the coils to the silicone. I'll have to wait to see how that holds up.
CARL 60005 Replacement Punch Head Kit for XHC-2100
List Price: $36.95
Sale Price: $25.91
Today's Bonus: 30% Off
It can be hard to find replacement parts, so we ordered two sets and are still using the first one. A bit pricey for what they are, but cheaper than buying a new hole punch.
Singer Right Upper Looper
I have a 4 bobbin Singer serger that I had purchased about 5 years ago. I tried to sew an edge to a rug, big mistake! It broke off Upper and lower looper. I took it in to get it fixed, at a "Sew and Vac" store. To my surprise they wanted $275.00! I paid about that much, when I bought the serger at Walmart! I figured I could buy the parts and do it myself. The upper looper was a little shorter then the one I broke off. This sits on a rod there is no adjustment just screw on. The lower looper can be moved up and so I compensated for the upper looper being a little short. I got my serger up and running! Between both pieces I purchased. I spent around $30.00! I was very happy! I did go to u tube to see how hard it would be to try this, but if you like to tinker with things and like to save money. This is the way to go, worse case senerio you can take new parts with you to a sewing machine store, then they would only charge you labor. Nothing else is involved, so don't let them try to say there is.
Frabill Aerated Bucket, 8-Quart, White/Yellow
List Price: $29.99
Sale Price: $23.06
Today's Bonus: 23% Off
My name is Ken,
I am a avid fisherman, and have fished for more than 40 years. I guess I have seen and used most items in the fishing section of all the department stores. Well when I saw this I knew it looked intreging, had never seen one before, and had problems in the past, keeping my minnows and other bait alive for an extended amount of time. Well, you have the one item to keep those pesky little critters alive, even in full sun.
This is the one item any lake or river fisherman should have! This "IS A MUST FOR ALL FISHERMEN!"