I like hearing from you.....quilting or vlogging. Love the pixel-ated quilt. Your did a wonderful job and inspired me to buy the pattern and make that quilt!!!. Do what you love and we will come along.
I have this exact sewing machine. I love it!! The throat space is amazing. It stitches 1500 stitches a minute. I had it shipped to me and it came very well packed, nothing was damaged, it was in perfect shape. You will love this machine. Go for it!
I have the Brother 1500s and its fantastic. Love, love, love it. I use it for piecing and for free motion quilting. It will sew fast or slow, always produces a high quality stitch, and there's plenty of room to quilt a good size quilt!
You quilt top turned out beautiful. I love the way you stand up to sew. I have never seen that before. You do a great job. I what a youtube channel too so I know how much work it can be and appreciate all you do. Am in the US and love your accent so much. Thanks again
Thank you so much! Because my table is at hip-height, I find it easier to sew standing up rather than sitting and standing constantly. It's something I've come accustomed to and love it! :)
Amanda I know it must be hard for you to go to work and do the quilt alongs. Maybe just some more single blocks that people can make more of and put them together for a quilt but you don’t do the whole quilt. Also love your hauls and monthly favorites. One more suggestion - film a little bit for several days and put into one posting. I enjoy everything you! Have a great week! ❤️
How lovely you are going to buy a new sewing machine. You deserve it! It took me 1 and a half year with thinking and reading reviews before I ordered mine, A Pfaff Performance 5,2 online, I am very happy with that. My old machine was a 30 year old Singer. My new machine came in the mail and no problems :-) I am looking forward to more Vlogs from you, more quilting tutorials and also to see your new sewing machine when it arrives. Defently an unwrapping Vlog right there ;-) lol Would love to to join another quilt along with you. I did your last one, brillian! Suggestions: Maybe tutorials on quilting on a home domestic sewing machine? Would love to learn more about paper piecing, stichery, making a MorningStar quilt. Enjoy your sewing mojo
That Rose quilt is amazing and I love the cross quilt. Re the machine I would ask your local dealer to get it in even if you have to wait because then you have back up. I like any content sewing or daily vlogs anything really, you do what you feel like it's your channel if people aren't interested in a particular video they don't have to watch that one.
I have purchased my current machine online from Amazon and it was packaged really securely and was in perfect condition when I received it. I've owned it for about a year now and use it several hours each week. It still works AMAZING, although it's due for a yearly service.
Lovely plus-sign quilt top, well done Amanda! I had not heard of the Brother PQ1500SL machine until I heard it from you, and then the Quilting Marine. Like him, I had coveted the Juki one that looks very similar. But the Brother is half the price (in Canada online, at least it is). Now *that's* the machine for me. As soon as I de-clutter my house, that is my promised-to-myself reward. I wouldn't worry about the sewing machine "travelling in the post". I mean, whenever a sewing machine store order their inventory, theirs too have to travel via the post. I think those types of items are well packed for that very reason. I like your Spotlight fabric haul! I wish we had that store chain here. (We have the American "Michael's" craft stores, but they don't carry fabric. So I have to order most of my fabric online, which is tricky for colour matching. And includes the US-Canada exchange rate uplift and shipping costs more to Canada). Keep your video's coming, love them! ~Diana from Toronto
Echidna is a fantastic company. Their after sales service is amazing. I use to live in Outback Queensland and had my $6000 brother embroidery machine sent to me from Victoria. It arrived safely with no problems. I use to send my machines to Townsville for servicing all the time. Never any problems. Best of luck. You quilts are amazing 💕
I love your videos! The content is great. I love tutorials on blocks; that never gets old! Also foundation paper piecing blocks. I feel the same as you, I just want to sew all day and work gets in the way!
Oh my god the quilting marine guy and his wife is hilariously funny. Gotta love a guy who quilts with a gun by his machine. Thanks for showing me his channel. It's only fabric it's only thread. my new mantra lol
I love your block tutorials (I have never made one!). Your main asset is you crisp concise voice, so any blogs you do are good, but I would like to see at least ninety percent sewing related.
Hi Amanda, Thought I would just let you know that I have shopped at Hobbysew in Figtree and they are really great lovely ladies. The parking is really good there and the Hobbysew shop's door is right into the carpark on the roof. I am sure they would order it in for you if they dont have it in stock. Very exciting to get a new machine.
A new machine? How exciting! I will enjoy whatever you do but think it would be fun to see your adventures on this new machine (even if you change your mind and go with a different make/model) I would love to know how it meets/exceeds/changes your quilting experience and just tag along as you create this year :) (love the cat fabric backing and your new cloud 9 fabrics btw!!)
Also, if it's not too much work, I like the idea of a Christmas quilting project! But maybe we could do something smaller like a wall hanging, Christmas tree skirt, or advent calendar?
I also love Juki! I have a DX 2000 QVP which was shipped to me and it was just fine! I also just got a Juki 2200 QVP Mini, which is very comparable to the Brother your looking at which I bought on eBay and was also just fine in the mail!! If you think about they are ship to the stores most likely! So go for the mail if you can get it faster that way!
Amanda, I have the Brother PQ1500 that you are wanting. I ordered mine from Sam's Club here in the US. It was only $599 USD at the time I bought mine. It was sent to me via United Parcel Service. There were no problems with shipping and everything was intact. I love the PG1500. It is a more heavy duty straight stitch only, not computerized. It does have to be oiled often, but that is the mechanical part of it. I think you will enjoy it.
I love your block tutorials! I think you should do whatever YOU enjoy doing! It sounds like the longer projects may cause some unnecessary stress for you. You are quite busy with the job, Charlie, and other commitments - don't overburden yourself. Keep it enjoyable for yourself. I would hate for you to be so stressed out that you quit. I would like to see a tutorial on FMQ. Thank you for sharing with us!! 🙂
Thanks for this. Sometimes I need that reminder to make and create videos that I love doing! TBH I'm not an expert on FMQ, however I am happy to share what knowledge I do have on it sometime in the future! :)
It is never to early for me to start Christmas things. I usually end up giving mine as gifts and never have one myself. I did manage to have a Ten Minute Table runner in Christmas fabric for this year. Made about 20 bowl cozies. I do have a few myself, but they are my first ones and some are a little less than perfect. Actually none are perfect. But I keep trying.
I have a very inexpensive Brother CE1100PRW. The biggest problem I find with it is that not every shop that carries sewing notions don't carry accessories for Brothers. I would check how available they are for that machine. It is a lovely machine. I went to JoAnne's to buy bobbins and found the only place in my area that carried them was Walmart. I don't know if those names mean anything to you, but here in our part of Texas we don't have a lot of shops.
The kitty print is so cute!! Perfect backing for the plus quilt. I love all your videos- in fact, I was thinking about how far you’ve come in regards to your UA-cam videos! At first you were afraid to talk in the videos and so you used text and now you’re vlogging! Above all, do what excites you and makes you happy- I will watch your videos no matter what!
I bought my smaller Janome machine online, and it was totally fine! The packaging is designed so the machine doesn't rattle around, and it came by courier.
That quilt is absolutely gorgeous. So far my favorite quilt is my Jacob's Ladder that I followed your instructions to make. I still need to bind it. Just have a couple little projects I need to finish before I start the binding. Thanks for your great tutorials. Were do you work?
I've ordered all my machines through the mail. No problems with damage. I follow the quilting Marine too! That brother looks fantastic! Can't wait to see your review on that machine.
Re content - I love the tutorials the most, and the vlogs. Maybe a vlog on a quilt from start to finish - how you picked the pattern, the fabric, the cutting out - less tutorial and more talky/decision? Might be useful for newer quilters looking to understand the creative process. Just an idea though :)
I’ve ordered 3 machines online. No problems at all. The last 2 were quite pricey but worth it! My Juki tl-2010 I bought on Amazon is comparable to the Brother you’re looking at at almost 1/2 the price.
Hello from Fort Worth, TX. I love your videos and am enjoying your vlogs. A suggestion that I have is if you want to do a quilt a long, maybe do a mini quilt so that it is smaller and doesn't take up so much time. I would also like to know your process on picking out fabrics for your projects. Like how you decided when to use solids or patterns or both as this is something that I struggle with. Your tutorials are fantastic and very thorough. I also like the favorites you do once a month.
Cathie, your awesome suggestion of doing a Mini Quilt Quilt Along has inspired me to do one!! I've already chosen nine mini blocks I want to do and I've done a really rough draft mock up of the quilt! Thank you for such a great idea!! I'll definitely be able to manage mini blocks! Watch this space!! As to the other things you mentioned, I'll try my best to weave them into a vlog or tutorial through out the year... FYI, I made a video a few years ago all about how I chose/match fabrics for projects etc. Here's the link if you're interested: ua-cam.com/video/PTk1AzOBJLo/v-deo.html
Amanda Rolfe that’s so awesome! I thought a mini would still be super fun but not as tedious as a full quilt. I can’t wait to see what you have planned!
Hi Amanda, I would love to see more vlogs and craft tutorials this year. Also, I really enjoy your monthly Favourites videos and it would be awesome if they were to continue. Keep up the great work 😊
Yes to weekly vlogs! I’m loving your different content and monthly favourites and all that stuff! I enjoy all your videos. If you don’t relish the thought of doing another quilt along then maybe take a break from it? I’m sure people will enjoy the stuff you do instead of that and your heart might be more in it too. I’m sure we will support you whatever you decide. x
I read a comment the other day here on this vlog for a suggestion on doing a Mini Block Quilt Along. Instantly inspired, I've already chosen and drawn up nine draft blocks that I love!! Watch this space!! PS. Thanks always for your words for support and encouragement! Means a lot!! xx
Amanda, I have the Juki TL2010q which resembles the one you are looking at buying. I’m sure they’re much the same in what they come with, but price wise the Juki is much cheaper. I would compare the Juki to the one you’re looking at, and you might find that it works just as well for you? I really like brother too though so they’re both great machines! I’m so excited for you! That’s always so fun!!
I have been on the hunt for a new machine myself. Going to look into the one your looking at. I've been getting into machine quilting more and found my brother se400 is limited. Good luck retrieving your new machine!
Amanda, don't you have Ebay in Australia? You can find either the Brother or the Juki (which for all practical purposes are identical) for $650.00! With regard to shipping concerns I have bought and sold machines with no problems upon arrival. I even got my Long Arm shipped. Now to continue watching the video ;-) I wanted to ask are you looking into the brother machine because that is what your other machine is? I don't know how much it would cost for shipping but even if it were $100 it's still less than the $1700.00. Content wise I enjoy watching you regardless so whatever you choose to do is just fine with me. BTW what are you going to do when you run out of wall space??
I chose to go with Brother because it's a brand that I trust (and sell with confidence at work) and I've had extensive training with numerous Brother reps over the years. They've always been the best company to contact and work with. Thanks to for the info about the machine. We do have eBay in Australia, but I've never used it before so I'm not 100% confident with purchasing items from there. Since filming and uploading this vlog, I've actually purchased the machine from a very reliable and helpful company and I couldn't be happier!!! :D
I’ve ordered 3 machines online (1 brother, 1 Pfaff, 1 Janome) and they all arrived perfectly. I was also worried about them arriving safely but they were really well packaged so I’m sure you’ll be fine. Just check the machine thoroughly as soon as it arrives to be doubly sure. Really interested to see how you find the straight stitch only machine! A lot of quilters use them. Juki is also meant to be a great brand for straight stitch machines, do you have those in Australia? I don’t know how the price compares to the brother ones. So excited for you! Getting a new machine is 😍! x
Yes, we have Juki Machines here...I've never used them before though, so it wasn't a brand that I instantly searched for. Although, I'm pretty sure I'm one of those quilters who are loyal to one brand only... Brother had the exact machine I wanted, with all the accessories I was looking for and was in a price range that I was hoping for. It was just meant to be!!! :D
Yes I love my brother overlocker, a real workhorse! Although my main sewing machine is a Janome and I adore it! I’m hoping never to have to buy another sewing machine after how much I spent on it but if I ever do, I’ll definitely look for a Brother or a Janome. It just feels right to stick with what you know, doesn’t it? Xx
Can you do a video with tips and tricks on squaring up your quilted quilt? I don't have a lot of table space, so I always feel at a loss for how to square up my quilt at that stage. Do you recommend just large rulers, more precise squaring prior to quilting, etc? I would love to hear your thoughts!
Love your backing fabric!! Love your sewing lessons ,block of the month? Please How about a QAG? Omg can I have your old machine lol mine is an old singer really old lol
You could heavily insure the machine you want to order, in case it gets damaged in shipping,you could replace it. The machine co will also insure it....do u do any hand quilting? Cathedral windows? Hexagons?
I don't do hand quilting... I do it all on the machine, although I do know some of the theory around it. Love making hexies. Never made a Cathedral Window but I think they're beautiful! Customers show me their finished ones all of the time!! :)
I love all your content your vlogs everything. I know quilting is your things ...is it possible to make videos on like using blocks to make bags and pouches ...
Hi Amanda, do you quilt all your quilts yourself or have you ever had them done with a long arm . The brother machine your thinking of, theirs a babylock machine just like that, I know that is a good machine, so I’m sure that you would be happy with the brother. Hair looks real good down..always enjoy your videos...thank you for another wonderful video. You are 17 hours ahead of where I live, it’s still Saturday here.
I'm interested in any videos you want to make. I've loved all your content. I enjoyed quilting tutorials of yours because you are very good at teaching them. I like the close up footage showing exactly what to do. But I'm like you. I like to wear many hats. So hurry up! More videos, more videos! Hehe 🤗🤓
NO NO STOP - I just checked that machine here in the US and I found the EXACT same machine for === 599 USD = 754.5603 AUD on Amazon and that is too much difference it is DOUBLE THE PRICE!!! - something is not right for there to be that much price difference - and that was not the cheapest I found it but I went with Amazon because I know you have Amazon there
I need help with something, when I go on my sewing room I get overwhelmed because I have so much stuff and it's not organized. Do you have any tips I can use to help me plan my sewing and organize my sewing room..love Everything you om UA-cam
Your quilts are beautiful!!! I would enjoy any quilt project you’d like to do. Your favorites are nice. Can you contact by phone the online shop you’re thinking about purchasing your machine from and inquire about the packaging of the machine? BJ
Echidna is a fantastic company. Their after sales service is amazing. I use to live in Outback Queensland and had my $6000 brother embroidery machine sent to me from Victoria. It arrived safely with no problems. I use to send my machines to Townsville for servicing all the time. Never any problems. Best of luck. You quilts are amazing 💕
Thanks Amanda for all your content! I do enjoy your tutorials, your calming voice and detailed information is most easy to follow.
I like hearing from you.....quilting or vlogging. Love the pixel-ated quilt. Your did a wonderful job and inspired me to buy the pattern and make that quilt!!!. Do what you love and we will come along.
I have this exact sewing machine. I love it!! The throat space is amazing. It stitches 1500 stitches a minute. I had it shipped to me and it came very well packed, nothing was damaged, it was in perfect shape. You will love this machine. Go for it!
I have the Brother 1500s and its fantastic. Love, love, love it. I use it for piecing and for free motion quilting. It will sew fast or slow, always produces a high quality stitch, and there's plenty of room to quilt a good size quilt!
You quilt top turned out beautiful. I love the way you stand up to sew. I have never seen that before. You do a great job. I what a youtube channel too so I know how much work it can be and appreciate all you do. Am in the US and love your accent so much. Thanks again
Thank you so much!
Because my table is at hip-height, I find it easier to sew standing up rather than sitting and standing constantly. It's something I've come accustomed to and love it! :)
Amanda I know it must be hard for you to go to work and do the quilt alongs. Maybe just some more single blocks that people can make more of and put them together for a quilt but you don’t do the whole quilt. Also love your hauls and monthly favorites. One more suggestion - film a little bit for several days and put into one posting. I enjoy everything you! Have a great week! ❤️
Love your block tutorials... Please continue 🎀
How lovely you are going to buy a new sewing machine. You deserve it! It took me 1 and a half year with thinking and reading reviews before I ordered mine, A Pfaff Performance 5,2 online, I am very happy with that. My old machine was a 30 year old Singer. My new machine came in the mail and no problems :-) I am looking forward to more Vlogs from you, more quilting tutorials and also to see your new sewing machine when it arrives. Defently an unwrapping Vlog right there ;-) lol
Would love to to join another quilt along with you. I did your last one, brillian! Suggestions: Maybe tutorials on quilting on a home domestic sewing machine? Would love to learn more about paper piecing, stichery, making a MorningStar quilt.
Enjoy your sewing mojo
I love your videos and your tutorials. I also like your monthly favorite things. But I am sure what ever you do I will like!!!
Monthly favorites and quilt-along I love those!
Mystery quilt-along would be fun.
Love the kitty fabric. It will look really cute on the quilt.
That Rose quilt is amazing and I love the cross quilt. Re the machine I would ask your local dealer to get it in even if you have to wait because then you have back up. I like any content sewing or daily vlogs anything really, you do what you feel like it's your channel if people aren't interested in a particular video they don't have to watch that one.
I have purchased my current machine online from Amazon and it was packaged really securely and was in perfect condition when I received it. I've owned it for about a year now and use it several hours each week. It still works AMAZING, although it's due for a yearly service.
Lovely plus-sign quilt top, well done Amanda! I had not heard of the Brother PQ1500SL machine until I heard it from you, and then the Quilting Marine. Like him, I had coveted the Juki one that looks very similar. But the Brother is half the price (in Canada online, at least it is). Now *that's* the machine for me. As soon as I de-clutter my house, that is my promised-to-myself reward. I wouldn't worry about the sewing machine "travelling in the post". I mean, whenever a sewing machine store order their inventory, theirs too have to travel via the post. I think those types of items are well packed for that very reason. I like your Spotlight fabric haul! I wish we had that store chain here. (We have the American "Michael's" craft stores, but they don't carry fabric. So I have to order most of my fabric online, which is tricky for colour matching. And includes the US-Canada exchange rate uplift and shipping costs more to Canada). Keep your video's coming, love them! ~Diana from Toronto
Whatever you choose to do will be wonderful. Just love all of your videos! These chats are great. Do what makes you happy!!!!
Echidna is a fantastic company. Their after sales service is amazing. I use to live in Outback Queensland and had my $6000 brother embroidery machine sent to me from Victoria. It arrived safely with no problems. I use to send my machines to Townsville for servicing all the time. Never any problems. Best of luck. You quilts are amazing 💕
I love it!!
The rose quilt turned out beautiful! The cat fabric is cute. I think it will be great backing.
I love that plus quilt. Its so cool.
Hi Amanda, love all your tutorials your so awesome. A Christmas quilt along would be so awesome. 👓
Love the rose quilt!!!
I love your videos! The content is great. I love tutorials on blocks; that never gets old! Also foundation paper piecing blocks. I feel the same as you, I just want to sew all day and work gets in the way!
Oh my god the quilting marine guy and his wife is hilariously funny. Gotta love a guy who quilts with a gun by his machine. Thanks for showing me his channel. It's only fabric it's only thread. my new mantra lol
I love your block tutorials (I have never made one!). Your main asset is you crisp concise voice, so any blogs you do are good, but I would like to see at least ninety percent sewing related.
Hi Amanda,
Thought I would just let you know that I have shopped at Hobbysew in Figtree and they are really great lovely ladies. The parking is really good there and the Hobbysew shop's door is right into the carpark on the roof. I am sure they would order it in for you if they dont have it in stock. Very exciting to get a new machine.
A new machine? How exciting! I will enjoy whatever you do but think it would be fun to see your adventures on this new machine (even if you change your mind and go with a different make/model) I would love to know how it meets/exceeds/changes your quilting experience and just tag along as you create this year :) (love the cat fabric backing and your new cloud 9 fabrics btw!!)
It’s BEAUTIFUL
Do whatever inspires you and makes you happy.
Also, if it's not too much work, I like the idea of a Christmas quilting project! But maybe we could do something smaller like a wall hanging, Christmas tree skirt, or advent calendar?
An Advent Calendar will definitely be in the works before Christmas rolls around!! :)
I ordered one and it was packaged really good. I don’t think you need to worry about it being shipped.
Yes jmarylastone I purchased this sewing machine in the US for $599.00 and I had a $50,00 coupon. Great buy!!
I also love Juki! I have a DX 2000 QVP which was shipped to me and it was just fine! I also just got a Juki 2200 QVP Mini, which is very comparable to the Brother your looking at which I bought on eBay and was also just fine in the mail!! If you think about they are ship to the stores most likely! So go for the mail if you can get it faster that way!
Love your pixelated rose! So pretty.
I love monthly favs and tuts and vlogs and you!
Amanda, I have the Brother PQ1500 that you are wanting. I ordered mine from Sam's Club here in the US. It was only $599 USD at the time I bought mine. It was sent to me via United Parcel Service. There were no problems with shipping and everything was intact. I love the PG1500. It is a more heavy duty straight stitch only, not computerized. It does have to be oiled often, but that is the mechanical part of it. I think you will enjoy it.
I love your block tutorials! I think you should do whatever YOU enjoy doing! It sounds like the longer projects may cause some unnecessary stress for you. You are quite busy with the job, Charlie, and other commitments - don't overburden yourself. Keep it enjoyable for yourself. I would hate for you to be so stressed out that you quit. I would like to see a tutorial on FMQ. Thank you for sharing with us!! 🙂
Thanks for this. Sometimes I need that reminder to make and create videos that I love doing!
TBH I'm not an expert on FMQ, however I am happy to share what knowledge I do have on it sometime in the future! :)
Is your dog only kept outside? He’s a cutie. Love your quilts. Do whatever you want to do....I’ll watch it all!
Yes, Charlie does mainly live outside. We invite him inside for cuddles too! :)
It is never to early for me to start Christmas things. I usually end up giving mine as gifts and never have one myself. I did manage to have a Ten Minute Table runner in Christmas fabric for this year. Made about 20 bowl cozies. I do have a few myself, but they are my first ones and some are a little less than perfect. Actually none are perfect. But I keep trying.
I have a very inexpensive Brother CE1100PRW. The biggest problem I find with it is that not every shop that carries sewing notions don't carry accessories for Brothers. I would check how available they are for that machine. It is a lovely machine. I went to JoAnne's to buy bobbins and found the only place in my area that carried them was Walmart. I don't know if those names mean anything to you, but here in our part of Texas we don't have a lot of shops.
I would love more foundation paperpiecing tutorials
The kitty print is so cute!! Perfect backing for the plus quilt.
I love all your videos- in fact, I was thinking about how far you’ve come in regards to your UA-cam videos! At first you were afraid to talk in the videos and so you used text and now you’re vlogging!
Above all, do what excites you and makes you happy- I will watch your videos no matter what!
Wow! I forget just how long you've been watching me for! HA! I remember those days too!! :D
Thanks for sticking around!! x
I bought my smaller Janome machine online, and it was totally fine! The packaging is designed so the machine doesn't rattle around, and it came by courier.
The pixelated rose looks amazing!! The new fabrics are really nice too.
would love quilt blocks with solids.
What if you did a quarterly quilt along. The blocks could all be season themed, made large (18 inches or larger) & at the end you have a wall hanging.
Your hair is long and luxurious 💕
My hair at the beginning of this vlog I call my 'Hagrid Hair' style!! :D
Do monthly favourites and haul please
Please do monthly favorites. Love those. Also of course your sewing and crafting video as as well. I think a weekly vlog sounds great. Thanks.
That quilt is absolutely gorgeous. So far my favorite quilt is my Jacob's Ladder that I followed your instructions to make. I still need to bind it. Just have a couple little projects I need to finish before I start the binding. Thanks for your great tutorials.
Were do you work?
I work at a fabric/craft store here in Australia called Spotlight. :)
Wow, do I look surprised? Not at all. I am jealous. Not really. I am retired and loving not having to go to work.
I've ordered all my machines through the mail. No problems with damage. I follow the quilting Marine too! That brother looks fantastic! Can't wait to see your review on that machine.
Re content - I love the tutorials the most, and the vlogs. Maybe a vlog on a quilt from start to finish - how you picked the pattern, the fabric, the cutting out - less tutorial and more talky/decision? Might be useful for newer quilters looking to understand the creative process. Just an idea though :)
Ooo! I LOVE this idea!! Will defo keep in mind!! :)
I love this idea as well!
I’ve ordered 3 machines online. No problems at all. The last 2 were quite pricey but worth it! My Juki tl-2010 I bought on Amazon is comparable to the Brother you’re looking at at almost 1/2 the price.
Hello from Fort Worth, TX. I love your videos and am enjoying your vlogs. A suggestion that I have is if you want to do a quilt a long, maybe do a mini quilt so that it is smaller and doesn't take up so much time. I would also like to know your process on picking out fabrics for your projects. Like how you decided when to use solids or patterns or both as this is something that I struggle with. Your tutorials are fantastic and very thorough. I also like the favorites you do once a month.
Cathie, your awesome suggestion of doing a Mini Quilt Quilt Along has inspired me to do one!! I've already chosen nine mini blocks I want to do and I've done a really rough draft mock up of the quilt! Thank you for such a great idea!! I'll definitely be able to manage mini blocks! Watch this space!!
As to the other things you mentioned, I'll try my best to weave them into a vlog or tutorial through out the year...
FYI, I made a video a few years ago all about how I chose/match fabrics for projects etc. Here's the link if you're interested: ua-cam.com/video/PTk1AzOBJLo/v-deo.html
Amanda Rolfe that’s so awesome! I thought a mini would still be super fun but not as tedious as a full quilt. I can’t wait to see what you have planned!
Hi Amanda, I would love to see more vlogs and craft tutorials this year. Also, I really enjoy your monthly Favourites videos and it would be awesome if they were to continue. Keep up the great work 😊
Love the Quilting Marine! Everyone should give him a try! He started quilting to help him deal with PTSD .. and he's fun to watch!
I think he's fab!! It's always wonderful to see men enjoying quilting! It's a beautiful hobby for anyone to get into!
Yes to weekly vlogs! I’m loving your different content and monthly favourites and all that stuff! I enjoy all your videos. If you don’t relish the thought of doing another quilt along then maybe take a break from it? I’m sure people will enjoy the stuff you do instead of that and your heart might be more in it too. I’m sure we will support you whatever you decide. x
I read a comment the other day here on this vlog for a suggestion on doing a Mini Block Quilt Along. Instantly inspired, I've already chosen and drawn up nine draft blocks that I love!! Watch this space!!
PS. Thanks always for your words for support and encouragement! Means a lot!! xx
Amanda, I have the Juki TL2010q which resembles the one you are looking at buying. I’m sure they’re much the same in what they come with, but price wise the Juki is much cheaper. I would compare the Juki to the one you’re looking at, and you might find that it works just as well for you? I really like brother too though so they’re both great machines! I’m so excited for you! That’s always so fun!!
Kristen Mendes I have this one, too. Love it!
Sarah Freeland I’m sure it’s a great machine! I do love my Juki though ☺️
Kristen Mendes I meant to say I have the Juki 2010. Not Brother. Sorry.
Sarah Freeland oh lol!! 🙃
Also, the machine I purchased was a Brother, although mine is the Laura Ashley CX155LA
I have been on the hunt for a new machine myself. Going to look into the one your looking at. I've been getting into machine quilting more and found my brother se400 is limited. Good luck retrieving your new machine!
Amanda, don't you have Ebay in Australia? You can find either the Brother or the Juki (which for all practical purposes are identical) for $650.00! With regard to shipping concerns I have bought and sold machines with no problems upon arrival. I even got my Long Arm shipped. Now to continue watching the video ;-) I wanted to ask are you looking into the brother machine because that is what your other machine is? I don't know how much it would cost for shipping but even if it were $100 it's still less than the $1700.00. Content wise I enjoy watching you regardless so whatever you choose to do is just fine with me. BTW what are you going to do when you run out of wall space??
I chose to go with Brother because it's a brand that I trust (and sell with confidence at work) and I've had extensive training with numerous Brother reps over the years. They've always been the best company to contact and work with.
Thanks to for the info about the machine. We do have eBay in Australia, but I've never used it before so I'm not 100% confident with purchasing items from there.
Since filming and uploading this vlog, I've actually purchased the machine from a very reliable and helpful company and I couldn't be happier!!! :D
I’ve ordered 3 machines online (1 brother, 1 Pfaff, 1 Janome) and they all arrived perfectly. I was also worried about them arriving safely but they were really well packaged so I’m sure you’ll be fine. Just check the machine thoroughly as soon as it arrives to be doubly sure. Really interested to see how you find the straight stitch only machine! A lot of quilters use them. Juki is also meant to be a great brand for straight stitch machines, do you have those in Australia? I don’t know how the price compares to the brother ones. So excited for you! Getting a new machine is 😍! x
Yes, we have Juki Machines here...I've never used them before though, so it wasn't a brand that I instantly searched for. Although, I'm pretty sure I'm one of those quilters who are loyal to one brand only... Brother had the exact machine I wanted, with all the accessories I was looking for and was in a price range that I was hoping for. It was just meant to be!!! :D
Yes I love my brother overlocker, a real workhorse! Although my main sewing machine is a Janome and I adore it! I’m hoping never to have to buy another sewing machine after how much I spent on it but if I ever do, I’ll definitely look for a Brother or a Janome. It just feels right to stick with what you know, doesn’t it? Xx
Does Charlie live outside? Just curious! Thank you for your content!
Yes, Charlie is mainly an outdoor dog. However, we do treat him on occasion and invite him inside for cuddles etc. :)
Hi Amanda have you tried the craft depot at Paramatta Sydney to see if they have the brother sewing machine for quilting that you want to buy
I did think of them, but I didn't get around to it! Love that store though!! :)
Love your videos. FYI, have you checked the price of this machine on Amazon (trying to save you some money)?
No, I didn't look on Amazon. We've only just got Amazon in our country and I'm yet to try them out.
Can you do a video with tips and tricks on squaring up your quilted quilt? I don't have a lot of table space, so I always feel at a loss for how to square up my quilt at that stage. Do you recommend just large rulers, more precise squaring prior to quilting, etc? I would love to hear your thoughts!
Yes, I can do that! Usually when I square up my quilted quilt, a longer ruler helps ten-fold!! :)
I just purchased the HQ sweet sixteen sit down quilting machine it was packed very carefully and safely.
Love your backing fabric!! Love your sewing lessons ,block of the month? Please How about a QAG? Omg can I have your old machine lol mine is an old singer really old lol
You could heavily insure the machine you want to order, in case it gets damaged in shipping,you could replace it. The machine co will also insure it....do u do any hand quilting? Cathedral windows? Hexagons?
I don't do hand quilting... I do it all on the machine, although I do know some of the theory around it. Love making hexies. Never made a Cathedral Window but I think they're beautiful! Customers show me their finished ones all of the time!! :)
I love all your content your vlogs everything. I know quilting is your things ...is it possible to make videos on like using blocks to make bags and pouches ...
Hi Amanda, do you quilt all your quilts yourself or have you ever had them done with a long arm .
The brother machine your thinking of, theirs a babylock machine just like that, I know that is a good machine, so I’m sure that you would be happy with the brother.
Hair looks real good down..always enjoy your videos...thank you for another wonderful video.
You are 17 hours ahead of where I live, it’s still Saturday here.
I'm interested in any videos you want to make. I've loved all your content. I enjoyed quilting tutorials of yours because you are very good at teaching them. I like the close up footage showing exactly what to do. But I'm like you. I like to wear many hats.
So hurry up! More videos, more videos! Hehe 🤗🤓
Te-he!! Thank you!! xx
oh my word... I NEED that CAT FABRIC !!!! * sigh * so CUTE !! Loved the entire vlog as well... : )
Thank you for send your address
Do you have a tutorial for this quilt
I have a tutorial for the Simple Cross block on my blog. Here's the link: 3and3quarters.net/2016/05/06/may-6th-simple-cross-block-tutorial/
The shop Sew many stitches in Campbelltown they have it and I tried there and it feels good... Give them a call
NO NO STOP - I just checked that machine here in the US and I found the EXACT same machine for === 599 USD = 754.5603 AUD on Amazon and that is too much difference it is DOUBLE THE PRICE!!! - something is not right for there to be that much price difference - and that was not the cheapest I found it but I went with Amazon because I know you have Amazon there
how about lovely baby quilts quick easy and fun
How big are your squares
The Simple Cross block squares measure just over 10".
I need help with something, when I go on my sewing room I get overwhelmed because I have so much stuff and it's not organized. Do you have any tips I can use to help me plan my sewing and organize my sewing room..love Everything you om UA-cam
The brothers is not to costly the Bernini cost like 14000 it cost the same like a small car
You should make the content that makes you happy to make! If you’re not feeling a quilt-a-long this year, don’t do it.
Your quilts are beautiful!!! I would enjoy any quilt project you’d like to do. Your favorites are nice. Can you contact by phone the online shop you’re thinking about purchasing your machine from and inquire about the packaging of the machine? BJ
Echidna is a fantastic company. Their after sales service is amazing. I use to live in Outback Queensland and had my $6000 brother embroidery machine sent to me from Victoria. It arrived safely with no problems. I use to send my machines to Townsville for servicing all the time. Never any problems. Best of luck. You quilts are amazing 💕
That's really great to know about Echidna, thank you!! So far, I've been really happy with their customer service! :)