I think that I am more comfortable. I worked for another 75 minutes today. Mom called and as it was time to advance the quilt, I figured it was a good time to quit.
I am learning how to use the bobbin winder. Making mistakes helps.
I turned up the speed a bit. I don't remember this much lint from yesterday.
I think I will swab out the hook tomorrow.
I am already thinking how nice a stitch regulator and more room would be. Hmmmm Maybe I will retire later than I planned.
Is that 'lint' fiber from the batting? I have this vision of a 'lint' box much like a dust collection box on a table saw. Hook up yer shop vac (and put on your earplugs) and you're ready to go!
ReplyDeleteFrom its colour, I think it must be from the thread. I have A LOT of that Signature thread. I guess once I use it up (which likely will take until I get to Carnegie Hall) I can switch to a lower lint thread.
DeleteWow! Nice!
DeleteThe quilting looks great. Is it quieter than the Bailey? I hated the racket it made. The Bailey is somewhere is UPS land on its wayto its new home in Greer, SC. Praying it gets there safely. I sacrificed my foam design wall to cradle it, box inside a box. I find that Glide leaves very little lint. Made in the USA and reasonable price. I wish I could find somewhere other than my basement for the new machine. I keep running around with a tape measure.
ReplyDeleteAccording to the latest Nolting Webpage, they now accept Bailey's as trade ins. It is quieter, but still noisy. I am doing the same thing. The only other place I have 14 feet is in the living room and that won't work.
DeleteI use Signature thread but have not had that much lint. What kind of batting are you using?
ReplyDeleteWarm and Natural. I used muslin for the sandwich. I don't think lint is essentially awful. I can clean it out with every bobbin change. I think I actually acquire less on this machine than on the Bailey.
DeleteToday's watermarks made me bust out laughing. You are funnier when someone pokes you with a stick, eh?
ReplyDeleteVery nice! I'm glad you didn't have to wait as long as expected for the Nolting.
ReplyDeleteMary Ann
With that much lint happening, I suggest you wear a dust mask while working.
ReplyDeleteWhat a difference in a few hours practice. Looks great.
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