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From: MyGirlFriday
Date: 05-14-2005, 01:40 PM (1 of 42)
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I finally got around to trying out my new rotary cutter and cutting mat!!! Boy those work like a dream~I guess I didn't think they would have to be that sharp to cut thru fabric! Duh!  I was doing pretty good...just cutting some rectangles for some rice bags...(the ones you can put in the freezer or microwave) I started out pretty good. I used my handy dandy ruler and lined it up straight and then used the edge as a guide to "run" the cutter up the fabric!! Did pretty good...for a little bit...then I got wild and started out straight but ended up with a curve in the fabric. It might have been the way I was doing it. I was cutting my fabric from right to left....so the left hand was holding down the ruler and the right want was doing the cutting....so my arms were crossed! The next time I will cut from left to right. That way I won't have to cross my arms. Hope that sounds right.  mgf~ 
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From: DorothyL
Date: 05-14-2005, 03:10 PM (2 of 42)
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I use the rotary cutter to cut out all my patterns. The only time I have trouble is when I am trying to cut a straight line with the ruler as a guide. Dorothy |
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From: HeyJudee
Date: 05-14-2005, 06:23 PM (3 of 42)
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When I first started cutting with a rotary cutter and ruler, the ruler was moving as I was cutting thus I was not cutting straight. I bought some InvisiGRIP and put it on the bottom of the ruler to help prevent the ruler from sliding on the fabric as I cut. I have put this on all my cutting squares and rulers. If you are cutting with your right hand, you should be holding the ruler with the left and cutting on the right hand side of the ruler. For safety, always cut away from your body. I don't know if this is the right way, but I have found that I start with my left hand near the bottom of the ruler, using the cutter in my right hand I cut from the bottom up past my left hand and stop, then I move my left hand up the ruler, then cut again past my left hand and stop and move, etc. I find this works for me. Here are is a site with pictures of how to cut with a rotary cutter. http://www.sewingweb.com/Projects/RotaryCutting/ Good Luck TTFN from
Judy |
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From: paroper
Date: 05-14-2005, 07:15 PM (4 of 42)
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Always close the cutter when you put it down and put it in a safe spot away from the edge! Teach your self the safety of these things early so that it'll be a constant habit! You don't want to drop an open cutter on your toe or brush against it while you are moving your fabric. When you leave the room, put it up in case you get old timers disease, get distracted and forget to come back to put it up (I'm sure that no one else does this.....). You also don't want little fingers to get it.
pam
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From: MyGirlFriday
Date: 05-14-2005, 07:34 PM (5 of 42)
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I will cut correctly the next time! I didn't think I was doing it correctly to begin with~it just didn't feel comfortable. My cutter has a lock of sorts on it. When you use it you press a lever down then when you are finished you put this button on the side that dis-in-guages the blade. I alway do that before I lay it down! I can just imagine how bad of a cut you could get using this incorrectly! Thanks for the tips~ mgf~
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From: pucktricks
Date: 05-16-2005, 11:57 AM (6 of 42)
YOu get a very bad cut, it really hurts and it bleeds A LOT  !!!! You will soak through several band-aids, and your husband will look at you in surprise like what were you doing that you cut yourself. Of course, he will give you an even stranger look when you tell him you accidentally melted the carpet because you only needed to iron a little thing and didn't want to set up the ironing board, so you just put a couple of towels on the carpet and ironed there, but that melted the carpet....... OOPS   Ticia |
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From: carman
Date: 05-16-2005, 02:56 PM (7 of 42)
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my very first quilting class was a rotary cutting class and we had a jar at the front of the class and anybody caught not closing their blade had to put in a loonie (dollar) so for our afternoon break we used the money to buy ourselves goodies form the bakery up the street. there had to be at least 25 dollars in there, that lesson has stuck with me for many years lol. http://arbeequilts.co.nz/Beginnersclass/rotary_cutting.htm this site has good info, do a google search for rotary cutting lessons and there are alot of site with good info |
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From: Sparky
Date: 05-16-2005, 03:24 PM (8 of 42)
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I don't use a rotary cutter much, but ... when you're using the ruler as a guide be VERY careful that your fingers don't hang over the edge. By the way, you don't need a rotary cutter to hurt yourself. I once had to have stitches when I cut the skin over my knuckle with scissors. Now I know what my tendons look like. Sparky
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From: natred2
Date: 05-16-2005, 04:13 PM (9 of 42)
I love my rotary when it comes to quilt blocks! But I have yet to use it for cutting out a pattern. I am too afraid that I won't drive it right and cut through it. I still cut out patterns the old fashioned way, with scissors... 
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From: Pudge99
Date: 05-16-2005, 04:33 PM (10 of 42)
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natred2, Oh my gosh you have to use it for your patterns. You'll get things done so much faster. I have never cut through my pattern. Been cutting this way for about three years. Gina
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From: MyGirlFriday
Date: 05-16-2005, 04:47 PM (11 of 42)
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Cutting out a pattern with a rotary cutter sounds interesting....but here is my question??? Wouldn't you have to have a huge cutting mat?? Or do you just rearrange your pattern so that it is over your mat when you cut?? Just wondering~ mgf~
Blessings & Smiles
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From: Pudge99
Date: 05-16-2005, 04:52 PM (12 of 42)
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I used to just move my small mat around. Now I have a cutting table with the mat that fits. Definately easier that way. But if you are sewing for children the smaller cutting mat isn't that bad.
Gina
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From: Debby215
Date: 05-16-2005, 07:57 PM (13 of 42)
Hey MGF what a coincidence I am trying my hand at some rice bags too. I was wondering if you made covers for yours and if you ever used something besides rice ? Say something scented? I am trying to find something lavendar to put inside and can't seem to find any locally. Do you have any suggestions?  Thanks if you can help at all!!
Debby
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From: MyGirlFriday
Date: 05-16-2005, 08:48 PM (14 of 42)
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I have made several filled with deer corn and several with the rice...Expense wise the deer corn is cheaper. I have heard that rice is better than corn and corn is better than rice...who knows? I made these for some plant swap buddies. I have made about 30. I will be using those for gifts for my friends. I was going to make some eye pillows with lavander in them...until I discovered that I was allergic. So I do still have the fabric for those...luckily I hadn't bought the lavender yet. I'm sure you could add any scent that you want...I'm just not sure how you would do it....hummmmmmm Let me go take a look see if I can find some info on it. I will return with some details!  mgf~ Ok~ Check out this link!scented rice bags (http://www.sewing.com/projects/hotpadsproject/index.shtml) Blessings & Smiles
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From: Debby215
Date: 05-16-2005, 09:54 PM (15 of 42)
Hey MGF thanks for the great site, I just printed it up. I will probably go buy some of those oils tomorrow and try. I just wish I didnt have to order the lavendar online. Thanks again!! 
Debby
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From: MyGirlFriday
Date: 05-16-2005, 10:10 PM (16 of 42)
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Debby~ have you check for lavander at a health food store?? you might be able to find it there. just a thought. mgf~
Blessings & Smiles
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From: MaryW
Date: 05-17-2005, 11:30 AM (17 of 42)
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test test test
MaryW
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From: carman
Date: 05-17-2005, 01:10 PM (18 of 42)
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are you testy Mary
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From: bridesmom
Date: 05-25-2005, 04:19 AM (19 of 42)
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I love my rotary cutter so much but I was tired of not being able to resharpen the blades, and the little blade sharpener you can buy doesn't do a terrific job, especially if you have a nick in the blade. So then, I read somewhere that the used blades are perfect for other cutting jobs, like paper, plastic, vinyl, even carpet, so tomorrow I am going out to get a second cutter, as I get tired of switching blades back and forth and this way, I don't have to try to remember which blade is in the cutter before I use it. I have started to use a heavier brown wrapping paper for certain patterns that I use over and over and I hate to use the good cutter on the paper, dulls the blade too quickly. Our local fabric store has 1/2 price sales every once in a while and tomorrow its on - I may even invest in another mat as mine is getting kind of worn out. I also got myself some really expensive shears for Christmas last year, my adorable m-i-l gave me a gift certificate to my favorite sewing store. Both the rotary cutter and shears have made sewing(cutting) out sooooo much easier, I don't know how I ever managed before. My biggest problem with the rotary cutter is stopping at the end of the mat on a long straight stretch, today I cut a lovely hole in my table cloth, oh well!! at least it wasn't the table!
Laura
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From: joni lowe
Date: 06-10-2005, 08:38 PM (20 of 42)
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Hey gals, couple of questions here regarding rotary cutters. 1.) What is "Invisigrip". 2.) What are "rice bags". and 3.) What sort of usage life should one expect from a rotaty cutter blade? I realize that a huge amount would depend on the density of fabric being cut, however, some guide lines would be helpful. I don't think I am getting as much out of mine as I should. Probably "operator error" in my case. . .
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From: June Harlow
Date: 06-10-2005, 09:40 PM (21 of 42)
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hi Joni: Sorry I can't answer your first two questions, however, as to how long they last, I seem to be able to cut out about two dresses then the blade either needs to be replaced or resharpened. I've had a lot of good luck using a blade resharpening tool ever since a friend recommended cutting a ring of 200 to 300 grit emery paper, I position this over the original ring of abrasive paper that comes with the tool. Add a drop of oil and rotate the blade back and forth about 20 times (do both sides of the blade). While we're on the subject, rotary cutting tools are dangerous! After a nasty cut, I ended up buying a butchers glove. It's made in chain-mail stainless steel and goes on your left hand. I saw it first on a "Sewing with Nancy" program. You can buy them on eBay for about $30, they retail for about $95, but it's well worth it to protect those precious lil' digits on the end of your arm ! 
June ~
"If only I could find that missing pattern piece!" June sews on a Pfaff 1209 and a Babylock 5180 serger |
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From: joni lowe
Date: 06-10-2005, 10:31 PM (22 of 42)
WHEEWEY!!!!35 bucks is a pittance compared to what a digit loss would cost. I should know, I just recently made oatmeal out of my left leg, and was joyfully presented with a bill from the hospital of (gulp) $58,400.00  Thanks for the heads up  Joni
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From: DorothyL
Date: 06-10-2005, 10:37 PM (23 of 42)
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I agree with June -- couple items and I change. I find I get a better cut if it is nice and sharp. I don't sharpen mine, just replace them. It doers depend on the fabric. Also I have two and use the one with the oldest blade for paper and such. Dorothy |
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From: woodywoodpecker
Date: 06-11-2005, 01:23 AM (24 of 42)
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joni lowe Rice bags are fabric bags,usually rectangular in shape, really close woven material, sewn with little pockets filled about 2/3 full with raw rice that you put in the microwave(for heat) or freezer(for cold) and use for your sore spots. Great things! I have also used wheat in mine, and I have also read about cherry pits and other things people have used. So there's one more of your questions answered. |
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From: rose074
Date: 06-17-2005, 08:17 PM (25 of 42)
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I just recently made oatmeal out of my left leg, and was joyfully presented with a bill from the hospital of (gulp) $58,400.00 Joni Holy cow!!! What happened!!! Danelle in Tri-Cities Washington
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From: Jeke
Date: 06-18-2005, 10:27 AM (26 of 42)
I was desperate for a rice bag a couple of months ago. No idea what had happened to mine. Anyway, I took an old but clean tube sock and filled it about half way and then tied a knot at the top. Wasn't beautiful looking, but at least I had the warmth I needed.  Jeke Jay
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From: June Harlow
Date: 06-18-2005, 10:44 AM (27 of 42)
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These rice bags sound like a good tip. Do you think they retain heat as long as those gel-filled microwave bags they sell at drug stores ?
June ~
"If only I could find that missing pattern piece!" June sews on a Pfaff 1209 and a Babylock 5180 serger |
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From: woodywoodpecker
Date: 06-18-2005, 11:47 PM (28 of 42)
| I have never used the gel-filled bags so can't answer your question on that score, but they certainly are cheaper. |
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From: paroper
Date: 06-19-2005, 12:12 AM (29 of 42)
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and safer...my husband overheated a gel bag and it exploded
pam
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From: blackie
Date: 06-19-2005, 01:09 AM (30 of 42)
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Great advice here. Here's my $0.02: 1. ALWAYS sheath your blade as soon as you cut. This is a great habit and will keep you safe! 2. I highly suggest you follow the tips given here and adopt a methodical way of cutting and DON'T violate it. It is hard at first to be rigorous and say, ALWAYS cut on the right-hand side of the ruler - BUT! In the long run you will be SUPER fast and won't have to take time to think things out, because you will be doing things on automatic. If you are cutting with your right hand, you should be holding the ruler with the left and cutting on the right hand side of the ruler. For safety, always cut away from your body. I don't know if this is the right way, but I have found that I start with my left hand near the bottom of the ruler, using the cutter in my right hand I cut from the bottom up past my left hand and stop, then I move my left hand up the ruler, then cut again past my left hand and stop and move, etc. I find this works for me. This is exactly how I do it, too. I place the fabric on the mat with "frayed" or raw edge on the left. Using the mat OR a ruler I measure to the right how many inches I need, making sure to leave enough to trim the raw edge on the left side later (and if there are more than one layers of fabric, making sure I am looking at the scantest layer). I put the ruler down with the RIGHT edge of the ruler at the spot I want to cut, and put my LEFT hand on top of the ruler. Using vertical pressure I cut with my RIGHT hand always away from me and never "see-sawing". At this point, if I have more cuts to make, I move the ruler further to the right and make more cuts. At any rate, when I am done with my cutting I then walk around to the other side of the table (or if I can't do that, I carefully flip the mat) and use the same technique to trim the raw side of the first piece. I don't know if that makes sense, but it's the best I can do. By the way, I have never cut my skin (only once I "trimmed" a fingernail) in about 8 years of using these things... Please Lord don't let that statement jinx me! I also cut patterns out with a rotary cutter and it is a lot more fun for me than scissors. 3. Use good cutting technique to avoid slipping or cutting curved cuts: DOWNWARD pressure on the ruler and cutter (as opposed to sort of "pushing" the cutter). Place your index finger on top of your rotary cutter (there is usually a ridges space for this) and you will instantly get better control. 4. Use a table you can move around to cut, so you don't have to move the mat or fabric too much. 5. The "old" blades do work well for other things. I haven't tracked what the usage life of blade is. I have a few cutters, one yellow Olfa and a coupla Fiskars. They take the same blade. So when my Olfa wears out I just put my old blade on one of the Fiskars for my husband or myself to use on cardstock or whatever. He knows not to EVER use my Olfa blade or I will use it to emasculate him! J/K And finally... 6. Anyone wanting lavender - my God it grows in bushels here. I will send you some if you PM me. OK, I'm done. {sheepish} see the mundane life of a housewife.
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From: Dorriebelle
Date: 06-23-2005, 07:25 PM (31 of 42)
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I've been using one of the smaller rotary cutters - a $10. Fiskars 28mm from Wal-Mart - for about two years, mostly for doll clothes. I *loathe* cutting stuff out, and wouldn't sew if not for the rotary. Learned a lot from the tips posted - thanks, everyone ! I was considering the blade sharpener, but it's been tabled for now. Like everyone said, slow and careful's the way to get it done the fast, easy way ! I know it sounds silly, but when I have a particularly exacting cut to make, I take a few seconds and visualize it first - how my hands and that rotary are gonna have to go. It helps, and I can always tell when I'm rushing it, because that's when I don't 'see' it before I do it, and I always mess it up ! Here's my question to the rotary mavens - have ya'll ever used a rotary pinker ? I got one from Hobby Lobby on sale a few months back for about $7., and I have to say I'm not much impressed. I buy lots of remnants for my doll clothes, and rather than 'cheap serging' (zig-zagging) the edges before washing 'em, I thought the rotary pinker would be faster. Well, it was, but the fabrics frayed in the washer like I'd not done a thing between Hancock Fabrics and home. Not at all like the classic pinking shears I'd used not long ago, but don't own. So, does anyone else use a rotary pinker with any success ? Or does it now make pretty edges on your stationery ? Ps - I second the curiosity - Joni Lowe, what the heck happened ?! |
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From: paroper
Date: 06-23-2005, 08:23 PM (32 of 42)
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Really, the proper way to pink is to run a straight stitched line in the seam allowance (space) before you pink. Then you pink the edge, avoid cutting the line. The pinked edge plus the straight stitch is supposed to stop the ravel.
pam
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From: bridesmom
Date: 06-23-2005, 08:37 PM (33 of 42)
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I have the olfa pinker blade to go on my regular olfa and I have only used it a few times for cutting out my daughters wedding dress so it cut satin and organza. It was ok to use and did help the fraying somewhat and as its not going to be worn alot (lol) I wasn't too worried about the fraying. It made it slightly trickier to do the french seams though. I like your idea about using it for cutting out cards!!
Laura
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From: DorothyL
Date: 06-23-2005, 08:40 PM (34 of 42)
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Dorriebelle I read somewhere about using one of the pinking rotary cutters for a decorative edge on fleece, then having it show on the outside. It sounded like a good idea and I thought I might try that some day. My doll clothes are usually lined, they only wear them once or twice, no children play with them and they are made from the scraps of what I just made I don't worry much about raveling or finishing edges. Dorothy |
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From: Dorriebelle
Date: 06-24-2005, 02:48 PM (35 of 42)
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Really, the proper way to pink is to run a straight stitched line in the seam allowance (space) before you pink. Then you pink the edge, avoid cutting the line. The pinked edge plus the straight stitch is supposed to stop the ravel. BTW, anyone need any empty wooden spools ? Bridesmom, I admire your confidence and skill. I haven't even tried making a doll-size wedding gown yet ! Where can I see the photos of your work ? DorothyL, that's a great idea on the fleece ! Last year I did simple fleece blankets for the senior members of the family...this year, maybe matching pillows ! And a waved edge would be so pretty ! When I bought the pinker, I was idly entertaining the notion of selling doll clothes - that it might help finish raw edges. I've since decided I have a ways to go and much more to learn before I'm skilled enough for that ! I'm still learning how to line things that weren't designed to be lined ! You can't beat lining for clean lines and an elegant finish. Just love sewin' for dolls, they don't mind wearing some of my earliest (i.e., ugliest !) efforts ! Gosh, I like it here ! Everyone's so helpful ! Thanks, everyone ! |
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From: DorothyL
Date: 06-24-2005, 03:03 PM (36 of 42)
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Dorriebelle- What kind of dolls do you sew for? Dorothy |
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From: Dorriebelle
Date: 06-24-2005, 04:04 PM (37 of 42)
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I got lotsa sizes 'round here ! 2 customized-by-us My Size Barbies 2 Baby Face dolls Hi Dottie and Timey Tell, almost the same size Ariel, Belle, and Cinderella 'toddler' dolls (the 'Before Once Upon A Time' line) Beautiful Crissy (rerooted) and a similarly sized Interactive Belle Baby Crissy 67 sixth-scale fashion dolls (Barbie, Sailor Moon, anime, Maxie, etc. dolls, including vintage Ken and Midge and several more customized ones !) **and soon, the 16" Tonner 'Wicked Witch' Oz fashion doll and probably a male companion ("Fiyero") for her, but she's been delayed numerous times. I've had a pre-order in since February ! I keep thinking that one day, I'll get an American Girl-type doll, or maybe a vintage Ideal Toni or Revlon doll, but for now, I'm happy with what I have. You can see most of mine on my silly website. I love restoring or cleaning some neglected beauties, then donating them. I get to play with them, then let 'em go ! Who keeps your fingers busy ? I love to read about yours ! And photos - love photos !! |
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From: joni lowe
Date: 06-24-2005, 06:50 PM (38 of 42)
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well, (sheepish smile), one evening back in March, I was racing into my office for something, when all of a sudden, my left knee just collasped on me. I've had problems with my knees for years. Anyway, as the slab floor was rapidly approaching my face, I realized in those few split seconds, that I had the option of either going face first into an 8' tall tropical plant, or onto the sharp edge of the credenza. I made a frantic grab to the chair in the corner, only to remember (at the wrong moment) that the chair SWIVELS!! Thus the speed of my descent downward was dramatically increased. Using what few wits I had about me in this moment, I made the decision to stomp down really hard with my right leg onto the floor. Problem was, I missed the floor and actually stomped onto the back of my own leg shattering the ankle, fibula, and other stuff. So now, I have a titanium rod that runs from my knee to my ankle, a metal plate and 8 screws holding my leg together. I should have a jolly good time next time I try to use an airline LOL!! So, during my recovery time, I have been trying to learn to sew. Sure enjoy these forums!! Joni |
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From: joni lowe
Date: 06-24-2005, 06:53 PM (39 of 42)
I should probably add the fact that I have NEVER been known for having the grace of a gazelle 
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From: Dorriebelle
Date: 06-24-2005, 08:42 PM (40 of 42)
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I should probably add the fact that I have NEVER been known for having the grace of a gazelle My FIL slipped on a piece of lettuce in the loading bay of his workplace - he now has an ankle-to-knee metal apparatus holding his leg together from the inside and a slight resentment at gravity. It's amazing what the human body can do - and stunning at how a simple fall can wreck so much ! I'm starting to have knee problems m'self - old skating injuries, life's payback for letting me be graceful for a short while - and I know what it's like to be strolling along, and all of a sudden, that bendy part halfway down is simply not there. No warning, no pain, just...gone. I'm more likely to trip on Son's toys, but that's nowhere near as scary ! It's heartwarming, though, that you joke about it and have turned it into a learning experience ! Sometimes, after a rough day with People At Large, it's easy for me to just resign a bit from humanity. But you inspire me ! I think I'll stop whining at some stuff and go sew - and think happy thoughts about your recovery ! I think you shared your story quite gracefully ! DB, imagining Joni skating. What color costume should my mind dress you in ? |
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From: DorothyL
Date: 06-24-2005, 11:54 PM (41 of 42)
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Dorriebelle -- I've got a couple Tonner dolls. They came in their undies and I make them clothes out of the scraps from what I make for myself and other full size people. I love the Wicked Witch. She is such a beautiful shade of green. Is yours dressed? Which one are you getting? I think the Tonner dolls are a perfect size to sew for. I like fashion dolls but Barbies are so small they are a pain. I thought I might be the only one here that plays with dolls. Dorothy |
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From: joni lowe
Date: 06-25-2005, 12:49 PM (42 of 42)
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Thank you Dorriebelle for your kind words of encouragement. I can surely sympathize with your FIL. I think I will boycott lettuce from this point on!! Actually, on last visit to Dr. I had the intense pleasure of WALKING into his office. I have been practicing with a walker around the house, just a little as the ankle bones are still mending. I had forgotten how tall I am. It feels strange to be vertical. Strange, but really good. Now if I could only get really good at this sewing stuff. . . Joni |
User: joni lowe
Member since: 03-29-2005 Total posts: 75 |
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