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Buying Sewing / Quilting Machine
Asked by V.A. from Dallas
on April 22, 2008
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Hello everyone! I've always heard that Singer is the best machine. Is that really so? Please help me pick out a sewing / quilting machine. It would be great to hea...
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- Hi V., Singer is no longer the best machine. It is not made the same way as in the past (nothing is anymore). I would recommend a Bernina. There are many good us...
- There is a little sewing machine/vaccuum shop in McKinney that sells sewing machines , but they won't sell Singer, because they aren't a good sewing machine (their fi...
- I have a 17 year old Kenmore that I had rarely used except for mending. When I decided I wanted to learn to quilt about 3 years ago, I asked the quilting teacher (I h...
Is 3 Miles in 30 Minutes Good for a Workout?
Asked by N.S. from Chicago
on March 25, 2009
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I am curious what is considered good workout - I am not an excercise buff or anything close but I was with three kids in a stroller pushing them and then I calculated ...
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- N., I am a personal trainer (BS in Exercise Physiology) and yes, if you are pushing 3 kiddos in a stroller and doing 3mi in 30-min pat yourself on the back, that is...
- 3 miles in 30 minutes is a ten minute mile (I'm sure you figured that much out!), and a good workout. Pay attention to your heart rate - you want to stay within a ran...
- Three miles in thirty minutes is a very good workout--especially pushing three kids in a stroller. I run/jog and can't do a 10 minute mile yet. Great job. If you wa...
Yoga DVD Recommendations
Asked by L.F. from Cleveland
on July 30, 2009
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My 14 yr old daughter has been asking for Yoga Classes. I looked around & determined this was way out of the budget, so I got her to comprimise with (at least to start...
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- I like Gaiam yoga disks. Yoga Zone is a good place to start as well. I agree with PP, check the library. She can try a few different ones and see if there is one sh...
- Hi L., I too love Yoga. I have been taking a class at my local hospital and it is quite reasonable. I have researched Yoga at regular studios and that is way out of...
- As far as a mat go to a health club that offers yoga classes and ask the instructor directly. Tell her your thinking of joining the class and want to buy a mat to ens...
Moms Who Sew, with Skill...
Asked by D.F. from Raleigh
on May 21, 2011
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In my never-ending quest to find a way to make enough money to be able to stay home with my children, I am now thinking about sewing. The major problem with this idea ...
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- There is a difference between sewing for yourself and sewing for others. When someone chooses to buy a handcrafted item, they do it because they want something unique...
- If you have never sewed before then it will take you a lot of time and practice to get good enough to sell your stuff. I learned to hand sew as a child and use the ma...
- My sister is a master seamstress and has a shop on etsy. She spends just about every waking moment sewing. She has a room full of fabric that she uses regularly. She...
Need a Good Home-workout Video
Asked by M. from Cleveland
on January 24, 2007
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Hi Everyone!
This year I am keeping my New Year's resolution; get back into my pre-baby shape. I did some research on the YMCA, but the price doesn't fit my budge...
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- Hi M.! The only workout video I have ever stayed with for a long time is the Windsor Pilates. They focus on the abs and have a nice workout for the legs. It is most be...
- Hello M., I've found for me, someone who gains her weight in the mid-section and the "saddle-bags" that The Firm videos work great for me. I have seen them at my l...
- I also made that my new years resolution and use Kathy Smith's:workout you. It's amazing, it works on mainly ur abs and theirs three cds to it to work on everything on...
Baby Shoes?
Asked by K.G. from Boca Raton
on September 8, 2007
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This is my first child so when I buy my 11 month old son sneakers/sandals I buy "purely" for looks.. One mom told me that I need to be very careful what type of shoes ...
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- We only purchase Stride Rite! They are the "Best" shoe you can put your child in at this early stage. Pricey but for a "Great" quality shoe for your little one. Neve...
- Stride Rite shoes are nice, but quite pricey. When I bought my son shoes I made sure that the sole of the shoes were flexible. (And roomy enough, but not too big). ...
- Hi Kristi, My pediatrician says your mom is right (as was my mom!). You need to take your son to Stride Rite and have him properly measured and fit for the shoes....
Diet, Exercise.....
Asked by A.B. from Chicago
on December 30, 2007
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Hi moms! I seem to be using this site a lot, I love it! So, I'm over weight and I've decided to lose some weight and get my body into better shape (my New Year's resol...
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- A., I have used Denis Autins version of pilates. walmart's special,9 bucks. This is a great way to build strenght. I also walk slow at first at 246# then increased it ...
- Hi A., Here is my two cents. I am a huge believer in walking - in almost any weather. There is something about getting out in the fresh air that is so invigorating. ...
- A., I like beachbody products. www.beachbody.com I need to lose weight too. After I had my son, I did slim in 6 and lost 10 inches and felt great! Turbo Jam is a ...
Learning to Swim
Asked by K.H. from Los Angeles
on March 2, 2008
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at what age does it benefit a baby to take swim lessons? when do they actually learn how to swim?
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- The sooner the better! Even if they're just learning how to flip over on their back and float. It could save her life! I saw an amazing video of a baby who feel int...
- by six months, it's amazing good luck c
- Hi. I learned to swim when I was about a year old. My brother learned to swim when he was 18 months old. I taught my oldest son how to swim when he was 4 and my nex...
