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A very quick demo.
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I haven't been doing this but I will try to start posting machines I refurbish from trade-ins - to sell at rock bottom prices. It's either that or the machines are scavenged for parts - usually ones that are obsolete or otherwise hard to get - to keep up my stock.
I am offering today an embroidery machine: the Brother PE-770. I have scanned in the specs from a retailer selling the machine for a low $560.00, while they compare to $620.00 and $670.00. (You'll need to scroll down to the bottom for my price.)
So here's the first pic showing the machine with accessories.
Missing a pair of scissors and a seam ripper
Two more close up shots:
The first pic showed sample hooped up and a couple of files stitched out. It is a version 1.21 (No 121 160 6443) with 3,136,046 embroidery stitches on it. You can use the internal files or import your own with the use of a USB (5x7" and smaller). This does not have any Disney designs in the memory. The machine has been cleaned and serviced and ready for use. I would like to move this machine out of my shop for the great price of $300. This is an "as-is" sale and no warranty will apply.
You may contact me (Randy) at either the Pueblo store (719.225.8142) or Canon at 719.285.8088.
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Finally, we get a few warm days! Our duo of blossoming trees on our street did not let us down this year... such beauty. And's a quilt created by PJ to show off the blossoms. (and I love the Royal Gorge Route Railroad behind it!)
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It's not as easy as it looks....
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House of Horrors 03 - The Prequel
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As a Tech, I see many machines come in with tension issues, nesting, skipped stitches, breaking of threads, etc. While the proper needle, fabric selection, and the overall sewing technique plays a part in the experience, the bobbin (your lower wound thread) is critical and must meet the machine's needs - as in the one bobbin the machine requires for a proper stitch. WHY? Take a look...
Yes there are multiple brands, sizes, styles and requirements each machine needs to perform properly. You cannot just go to a box store or dig one out of a drawer if you have multiple machines and assume it will work. If you are unsure, and you still have your manual, please take the time to research - it could save you a lot of heartache.
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Kim cut 480 pieces (squares and triangles) of fabric for her latest quilt (topper) in under an hour. Fabric waste was at a minimum... so yes, its true; the AccuQuilt Go Cutter is well worth the investment... if you value:
1) Your time
2) Your fabric (waste little but use up scraps)
3) Your sanity of obtaining precision cuts versus rotary cutters (don't forget the cost of blades)
4) Clues to what your body is telling you. I.E. Do you have wrist/carpal tunnel?, shoulder pain?, back pain?, Overall joint ache?
There are three different cutters to choose from. Come into First Stitches Canon City to pick yours. Join us this Saturday April 7th for a demo. If you do buy one from us, you'll be glad you did.
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Following Nicci Brazell (on Facebook) is fun. She has been the conductor of several events in both the Canon City and Pueblo area. She is also a big Baby Lock proponent and loves to embroidery - in steps the 10-Needle "Valiant". Below are some pics combining a concept background with a file from the Valiant's "Ocean Life" series. Its something I hope to do in the future.
and now the Lobster!!
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First Stitches Pueblo
805 Eagleridge Blvd.,
Suite 140
Pueblo, CO 81008
719-225-8142
Located behind the Wingate Hotel, at the corner of Eagleridge and Elizabeth