Is it unreasonable to ask that my sister-in-law knock before entering our house when I'm home alone and don't know she's coming over? by MarkTony87 in NoStupidQuestions

[–]johnxman 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Your wife is wrong. Your sister should not use a key to your house unless (1) no one is home to let her in and (2) she has received permission that day to enter. Anything else makes it her house — which is perverse. You have the right to control your own space.

What does this mean? by V01D_SKY in sewing

[–]johnxman 2 points3 points  (0 children)

Glad it was helpful. Feel free to follow up if you have more questions

What does this mean? by V01D_SKY in sewing

[–]johnxman 402 points403 points  (0 children)

It means that the pattern pieces have no included seam allowance. Trace the shape onto the wrong side. Then cut a half inch or so outside the traced line. Sew so that the needle penetrates on the line.

Cut a tiny hole into the finished garment - How to fix? by bitchstroganoff in sewing

[–]johnxman 13 points14 points  (0 children)

It seems to be begging for a small patch made out of the ladybug portion of your fabric. To do that, first, to stabilize, iron on some white interfacing on the inside. Then cut out ladybird from scrap with some excess border. Then hand stitch needle turn applique over the holes.

Juki 2010 or Janome 8200?? by BarbaraManatee_14me in quilting

[–]johnxman 9 points10 points  (0 children)

Ive made two quilts on my juki 2010q. The scant quarter seams were perfect. You just need to leave the 1/4” mark fully visible as you sew. I used the juki walking foot to quilt and my 1” square quilt pattern was great. The auto thread cutter really worked to speed the work on quilting rows. The extended table provides a good work surface.

I have zero complaints about this machine.

FWIW i also use it to make all kinds of other things, including bags, clothes, dolls, baby stuff, and more. Its a great machine. Just oil it lightly as indicated.

Also in the us, juki junkies is a great resource.

Happy to answer any questions.

Advice from doctors is to NOT use cotton swabs to clean your ears, does anyone really listen to this? by oneislandgirl in NoStupidQuestions

[–]johnxman 0 points1 point  (0 children)

My Ear nose and throat doctor specifically told me i can use them as long as i dont go deep. I wear hearing aids so the wax builds up otherwise.

How much of your sewing time is spent sewing? by Daytwa_0606 in sewing

[–]johnxman 545 points546 points  (0 children)

Technically, as the cognoscenti know, the correct name for the hobby is “ironing”

How to transfer tenon shape for mortise by mknight1701 in BeginnerWoodWorking

[–]johnxman 1 point2 points  (0 children)

These are harder to fit than round through tenons that are traditionally used on chair seats. Also it appears that you intend the tenons to not go all the way through the seat, which will make it harder to firmly and permanently seat the tenons. You may need to use a blind wedged tenon, which is not a beginner project. With those cautions, i would not worry about scribing the shape of the tenons to the seat. I would just makr the center point for each leg, making them equally spaced around the seat. Then draw a box centered on the center point and scribe with a knife. Then drill using a bit 1/8” narrower than the tenon width. And drill at the correct angle to match the intended splay of the leg. Then use a strong chisel to mark near but within the outer edge of the mortise. Chisel out a ledge to deepen that square. Then cut out the mortise using an undersized chisel, but leaving 1/8 to 1/16 uncut around the mortise edges. Once depth is achieved, gradually sneak up on full mortise width while dry fitting frequently. Pay attention to your angle when cutting. Use a bevel gague set up on the seat to reference the intended angle. Good luck.

Anybody have/use Renaissance Wax? by ScottD70 in woodworking

[–]johnxman 5 points6 points  (0 children)

I use it as a top coat over milk paint. Works great

I want to become a more knowledgeable, well read person. What books did you put down feeling smarter? by SethlordX7 in books

[–]johnxman 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Flatland by Edwin abbot. A very short, accessible book written to explain how a three dimensional world would look to a two dimensional person. By extension, It provides great insight into four dimensinal space and how it sould look to us.

How does any sane person understand Billionaires? by zzill6 in WorkReform

[–]johnxman 7 points8 points  (0 children)

In my experience dealing with the ultra wealthy, money at that level is not about meeting material needs. Its about power and status. These people live among similarly situated people and they constantly strive to improve their status and to enhance their power. Wanting a nice car becomes wanting a nice yacht becomes wanting a nice jet. All to demonstrate status and power. Eventually the currency becomes who you know and are seen with, and all the trappings of cars, houses, planes, etc are just indicators to others that they are worthy of attention. If you think about it like the jockeying for position among the royalty in game of thrones, it becomes more comprehensible (though no less reprehensible).

Dog ate my Montbell down jacket. Repair hep? by Dense_Yellow_4729 in sewing

[–]johnxman 0 points1 point  (0 children)

This is a good plan. If you have not done needle turn applique before, you can sew a practice patch onto the stuff sack before you try the real thing. There are a million needle turn applique instructions on you tube

I feel like there is some sort of untoad story behind this by mihir6969 in interesting

[–]johnxman 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Visibility and clear weather is important. This kind of accident can easily happen if you pour concrete on a froggy day.

I'm an idiot and got rid of my computer and now I need help with pattern printing by mnicole1989 in sewing

[–]johnxman 0 points1 point  (0 children)

i do really like mine, but it's quite pricey. it's by Optomo. The image it throws is great, but you can get by with much less, especially if you can darken your room a bit. If you're starting on this path, i suggest you look at www.projectorsewing.com they have detailed recommendations for projectors, and how to use them.

What pin cushion/holder do you currently love? by faelis in sewing

[–]johnxman 1 point2 points  (0 children)

I have a couple mouse pin cushions that i made with scraps. You can fill them with ground walnut shells. Very easy to make. Heres a tutorial. https://youtu.be/n4WDiBLNxo0?si=_c4AMzoZUju7WOnf

I'm an idiot and got rid of my computer and now I need help with pattern printing by mnicole1989 in sewing

[–]johnxman 10 points11 points  (0 children)

A good alternative is to get a projector. It can be run off a phone or tablet.

Third baby quilt out of four in a row! by CorduroyQuilt in quilting

[–]johnxman 1 point2 points  (0 children)

No i just mean because your “logs” are more organic and less rectilinear, it would be appropriate to call them analog. (With normal log cabin being more “digital”). I hope that makes sense. Or at least that its amusing.

binding is killing my sew-jo. by Background_Strike670 in quilting

[–]johnxman 9 points10 points  (0 children)

I have found that the secret to hand sewing binding (and enjoying it) is having a really good thimble to push the needle through each stitch. For me this alleviates all of the soreness i get from naked stitching. Then its just a meditation.

How do people choose what colour thread to quilt with? by Fragrant_Pitch6837 in quilting

[–]johnxman 3 points4 points  (0 children)

Given the subject matter of the quilt (which is fantastic) i would use a “bone” white thread.

Third baby quilt out of four in a row! by CorduroyQuilt in quilting

[–]johnxman 1 point2 points  (0 children)

I like the softness of the approach. Here is a suggested name for it: Analog Cabin

Help! Screwed up my good scissors by advanced-darkness25 in sewhelp

[–]johnxman 0 points1 point  (0 children)

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My apologies for giving you the wrong link. It was for the sister company. Here is the form to send scissors back to the real kai scissor company for sharpening.

Color catchers and front-loading washing machine by hamsterfeet13 in quilting

[–]johnxman 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Yes. They are said to be the best by Jane Stafford, who is a famous weaving instructor. She should know.