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Sewing Machine Recommendation
Asked by E.B. from Chicago
on March 27, 2008
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I have been wanting to purchase a sewing machine so that I can make simple play clothes for my dd. I am a novice sewer (my mother was a seamstress). Anyone have recom...
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- I would suggest a Viking, Pfaff, Bernina or Elna. Like the other poster said, a used one is a good idea (so long as it is a good brand). I have a top-of-the-line Eln...
- Hi there - I'd really suggest buying a decent used machine - brand names like Pfaff, Elna, etc. The salesperson where I went - Suburban Sew & Vac in Lisle told me some...
- I have a new machine I purchased many years ago...i don't know how to use it...I would be more than willing to sell it to you..It's not a major brand..I bought it at A...
Sewing Lessons in Keller, Tx
Asked by V.A. from Dallas
on April 17, 2008
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Does anyone have a recommendation for a place that offers good sewing lessons??
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- There's also the Quilter's Dream in Colleyville.
- How far is Keller from Corinth do you think? The Corinth Parks and Rec Dept. will be conducting beginner sewing, starting May 8 or 9...not sure about the exact date.
- ...and a place to get my sewing machine serviced in/around Keller too! Thanks so much!
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...
Cloth Diaper Recommendation - Don't Want to Break the Bank but Want Ease
Asked by B.W. from Norfolk
on July 29, 2010
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Hi, I just had baby #2, a little boy, and want to go more eco-friendly and save money. I will be home more with this baby and think I can handle it this time. There a...
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- i'm tried a few... and hated them.. sorry.. It's so much easier to throw the dirty diaper out... the cloth gets so stained after a while, they leak, they smell... ...
- I went the most economical route - 12 prefolds, 12 flat folds and 6 diaper covers (mostly Thirsties Duo - 2 velcro and 2 snaps and a couple of wool covers that were on...
- I remember feeling exactly the same way!!!! In our house I use the prefolds pretty much exclusively and DH uses the fitted with a cover or the all-in-ones (AIOs ar...
Stay at Home Mom Advice
Asked by S.B. from Kansas City
on July 24, 2008
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My husband and I want to have another baby, but with my current salary, child care for 2 kids would be 80 dollars less than my monthly take home, so hardly worth it. I...
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- You may have already been advised of this, but have you considered childcare out of your home? For the amount you want to contribute you would only need to watch maybe...
- My opinion is that anyone can make it work at staying home with the kids. I was always at home the first year or more with each of our three kids. I did do some book...
- We have three children (and one on the way), so I know what you mean about childcare costing more than you'd make at a job! I think if you keep a sense of humor, don'...
Baby Carriers
Asked by B.F. from Minneapolis
on April 17, 2007
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Any suggestions for baby carriers? I have a kangaroo sling and it seemed to work great when my daughter was younger but she doesnt seem to like it anymore. I was think...
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- I like my Over the Shoulder Baby Holder. It is simple and works for larger babies. My son is 2 and I carried him at the zoo the other day... and I also use it for my...
- mei tai! i can't say enough wonderful things about them! they are so versatile (good for front & back carry) & can be used from birth to 35 pounds. i use mine wit...
- If you want to get some hands on help I co-lead a local babywearing group. We are like the laleche for babywearing. It's called Milwaukee Babywearers and we have 2 cla...
Son Drools While Sleeping
Asked by A.K. from Tucson
on October 21, 2009
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Hi Moms, I need some help. My 3 year old drools in his sleep every night. This drool makes his pillow smell awful. I have been throwing out pillows every other week be...
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- Walmart has zippered plastic pillow covers. I have been using these with my children since I gave them a pillow. We had a puking incident and I had to throw away the...
- Hi A. - I've washed my kids' pillows in super hot water then fried them in the dryer for a couple hours. It worked well, and they came out "april fresh" ;)
- Hi A.! My suggestion is to get one of those pillow cover alergen reducers. You can get them at Target and Walmart for very cheap. At target, they are in the same a...
Anyone Know How to Get Relief from Neuropathy
Asked by S.W. from Dallas
on June 4, 2009
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My mother is suffering terribly with what has been diagnosed as neuropathy. We have been to several doctors and she can get no relief. If there is anyone that can shed...
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- I've had ulnar neuropathy. Which is ulnar nerve damage or pain. It is the major nerves that go over your elbow and affect your pinkie and last 4th finger. I had inf...
- I don't know how it will affect neuropathy, but I had amazing results for nerve damage using accupuncture! My hands and arms were numb from damage to my neck in a car...
- I was having some problems with neuropathy after chemo; my doctor recommended high doses of B vitamins and Alpha Lipoic Acid. The products I used were GNC's Big 100 Vi...
Vacuum Recommendations
Asked by D.H. from San Francisco
on March 7, 2008
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My "Wind Tunnel" vacuum has been killed by long hair wrapping around the beater bar. Any recommendations on vacuums?
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- You have all the advice about Dyson, which is great! My recommendation is NOT to get and the Infinity--it is a cheaper Dyson knock-off. Don't be tempted--it "sucks" ...
- Hi D., We bought a Dyson over a year ago and LOVE IT!!!! They are expensive but worth every penny. I am an Arbonne Consultant and feel very strongly about our Com...
- The Kirby! -- You can find one on ebay for a really great price -- these things are the best! -- BTW I also have a wind tunnel by Hoover -- and I've owned it for about...
URGENT: My Baby Swallowed a Plum Seed!
Asked by D.Z. from Los Angeles
on May 8, 2012
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Hi, my baby just swallowed a plum seed - should I take him to the doctor??
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- This too shall pass. You should never go to he ER or even run into the doctor's office unless it's a real emergency, without an appointment. You can call the ER and t...
- It's really up to you, what you want to do. We all have different ideas of what's "right" in this scenario. I would wait it out, but my DH would be freaking out... ...
- As long as the pit went into the stomach it's fine. It'll pass through within the next 24 to 48 hours most likely. A trip to the er or the doctor isn't needed.
