It uses one AAA battery which gives you up to 9 hours apparently. It was nice to have light where I need it without having to put my portable Ottlite in between me and the machine (as you can see in this photo).
I can't count the number of times I've nearly knocked it over on to the floor! Its not too bad and doesn't get in the way like my other light. It comes with two bases so you can use it on more than one machine too which is handy (if you have two machines which I don't!). Here is the packaging of the new light in case you're interested.
My other new toy is not related to quilting but is already one of my favourites! Now I'm not a great one for housework and tend to do the minimum I can get away with but when I do it I like it done properly. I've had a vacuum that has been driving me mad at its poor design and lack of real suction or ability to suck up golden retriever hair. To put the icing on the cake its wheels fell apart as well and it was a real pain to empty, putting dust all over me. After a bit of research and saving up I bought this little baby:
Never would I have said I enjoyed vacuuming before but now I do! The joy of using an efficient, well designed product and the horror of how much dirt is coming out of my carpets! Its the first time since we've had our dog that I can look at the lounge carpet and not see a dog hair anywhere except on the dog! I've always had problems with stooping over with my other cleaners but this one is the perfect height for me so my back loves it as well.
Anyway, back to quilting! As I said above, my UFO project this month (No. 2 over at Marti's 52 Quilts) is to practice quilting feathers. I did a feathers class with Judi Madsen in October at the Australia Machine Quilting Festival here in Adelaide and have yet to put what I learned into use. So I dug out my notes, my sketchpad, made some sandwiches (of the quilty type!), put some contrasting thread in the machine and had a crack at it. I'll share my full practice photos at the end of the month but so far I'm pretty happy with my progress. Here's a couple of shots so far:
Today I'm trying feathers in squares which is not going quite as well but with practice I'm sure it will improve. Still I think if I was stitching in white thread on white it would look much better than bright green on pale pink so I'm pretty happy. Might be ready to do some on a real quilt soon, although I don't think any of the tops I have ready to quilt are quite right for feathers.
Thanks for visiting today!
Wow Sue, great feathers!
ReplyDeleteI love your new vacuum, I've been on the lookout for a house vacuum for a while and that looks as if it would be just the thing, it is a Dyson isn't it?
ReplyDeleteYour feathers are looking lovely, I haven't done any quilting this year, I need to get back into it.
Your feathers look impressive to me...one day I am going to try them, but think doing a class first like you did will be necessary. I love your new vac cleaner - I have a different brand, but it was one of those revolutionary moments for me also about buying the best quality that you can afford to get the job done properly....even if it is a job you dont like, cos I agree there is nothing fun about vacuuming, but a good machine makes it worthwhile!
ReplyDeleteGreat feathers you should be more than happy with your progress.
ReplyDeleteCheers Pauline
If I could quilt feathers like that I'd dance for joy! I know a few people with little lights like that and they all say how great they are. Happy Vacuuming !!
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