by basketkase 21 Sep 2013

Here is the "Beast" in all her glory!! You can see where Graycie's bed is and she sleeps right through stitching...that is her little staircase she uses to get up to her bed....Jim had to take the door to the room off when machine was delivered, as it was just barely too wide. I have finally finished my first piece and what a learning curve it has been. I covered up my mistakes (and they were all user errors, nothing to do with the design or machine) with some embellishments....will post in projects........I am thrilled with the machines performance!! I want to thank all of you for sharing this experience with me......smooches to all!!

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by cfidl 24 Sep 2013

Wow That is beautiful! You will create so many gorgeous pieces with it! I am so happy for you!

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by gramsbear 24 Sep 2013

I'm happy for you!!! (and glad it's not me trying to figure out what to do!!!) I am sure you can do it. Hahaha!!! Hugs, Judy

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by mad14kt 24 Sep 2013

WOW!!! Looks like I would get a headache (LOL) trying to figure that machine out. I've only had experience with my Brother, one threader...FIESTA ;D *2U

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by 1ladyb 23 Sep 2013

Wow!!!!!
Congrats!

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basketkase by basketkase 23 Sep 2013

Thanks!

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by sugarbookers 22 Sep 2013

All I can say is Our God is awesome. You are very blessed.

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basketkase by basketkase 23 Sep 2013

You are so right!! Keep saving your pennies!

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by buffy1 22 Sep 2013

wow it is awesome! Have lots of fun!

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basketkase by basketkase 23 Sep 2013

I will and thanks!

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by lenamae 22 Sep 2013

Vicki you are one lucky lady .I wanted to get a larger machine but I am to old to put that much in to one. enjoy and let us know how it is.
Hugs and ** to you Lenamae

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by dragonflyer 22 Sep 2013

WOW...and what a beautiful beast she is...Lucky You!!! Have fun....

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basketkase by basketkase 22 Sep 2013

I will and thank you!

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by airyfairy 22 Sep 2013

And what a beast it is. Congratulations and may you have many happy hours. Some years ago Mushu had a bad back and DH made him a step so he could still get on to our bed. Just waiting for you projects now. Huge hugs to you and the pussy cats. Sarah.

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basketkase by basketkase 22 Sep 2013

Thanks, sweetie.....Jim has repaired these stairs several times, our 15 pounder, Charlie, pushes off on them to get to the shelf above my desk....that is where at least one is usually laying while I work......How is Mushu doing?

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by anitapatch 22 Sep 2013

Looking forward to see your works here in projects. Happy stitching

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basketkase by basketkase 22 Sep 2013

Thanks so much!

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by sewmom 22 Sep 2013

Oh my! Congratulations on your new baby.

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basketkase by basketkase 22 Sep 2013

Thanks, Sewmom.......getting here was a lllloooonnnnggg labor..HA!

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by justsew 22 Sep 2013

Wow, I hope you have loads of fun together.. It looks like a lot of work is about to happen.
Hugs Pam.

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basketkase by basketkase 22 Sep 2013

Thanks, Pam, I am getting ready for a show in a couple of weeks, so I can't take the time right now to experiment too much, but wait til the shows are over in December, I plan to do a lot with it .....

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by pennifold 21 Sep 2013

Wow! Vicki, is that a 16 needle machine? She looks like a real workhorse and I'm sure with all the sewing you do it will have paid for itself in no time at all. Love the idea of the threads on the rack on the wall too. I've got mine hidden in drawers! So happy that your beloved Graycie can be close by as you play with your baby! Love Chris

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basketkase by basketkase 22 Sep 2013

Thanks, Chris, yes, I too am happy she stays in here and doesn't let the new machine scare her, although I suspect it I because she is experiencing hearing loss and it isn't very loud to her......

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by outback43 21 Sep 2013

so happy for you, don't forget to have fun along the way**

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basketkase by basketkase 21 Sep 2013

You betcha!!

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by anangel 21 Sep 2013

So happy for you!! Enjoy, enjoy, and let us see your great creations!! Your kitty has a comfy spot to be soothed with the purring of your machine! LOL
Hugs, Angel

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basketkase by basketkase 21 Sep 2013

Yes, Sammi isn't bothered at all by the noise, and Graycie is sleeping in her bed right now as well........

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by tilde01 21 Sep 2013

I'm green with envy. Enjoy to the max.

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basketkase by basketkase 21 Sep 2013

I will, and thank you!

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by noah 21 Sep 2013

Congrats Vicki I wished i lived next door then you could teach me as u learn .lol hugs

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basketkase by basketkase 21 Sep 2013

Oh, me too, girlfriend!! Then you could teach me how to sew regular type things...would be a good combo.....Sammi & Peeko could play together....run some of Sammi's energy out...LOL!

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by joansatx 21 Sep 2013

Like the machine says, "Bravo!" Glad you didn't have to break out a wall. This is just great! Congratulations!

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basketkase by basketkase 21 Sep 2013

Me too, Joan, although I would have done it...LOL!

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by highlandermom edited 21 Sep 2013

My dog is jealous I can drool as good as she does about now. Boy this is so nifty. I am so tickled for you. I would even have to dance with it. By the speedy sound of her needles of course not by holding onto lol. You will be on super go by Christmas.

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basketkase by basketkase 21 Sep 2013

Thanks, Mary, I hope so.....am stitching out a Christmas scene right now.........it's funny, I am so versed on how my bernina hoops go together and this machine hoops just the opposite....so I get a brain freeze every time I hoop an item.......I end up hooping 2 X's....so should be good at hooping by the time I get it...HA!

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by oaro 21 Sep 2013

you are so lucky enjoy you baby Maria

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by lidiad 21 Sep 2013

Wow, that's impressive, congratulations, Vicki!
Love Graycie's new accommodation with the stairs.
Hugs, Lidia

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basketkase by basketkase 21 Sep 2013

Thanks so much, Lidia.....she is sleeping in her bed as I stitch right now. Machine doesn't bother her at all........I guess after all she has been through the machine noise is nothing!

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by sqdancer 21 Sep 2013

Wow that is a beauty Vicky, nice collection of thread choice you have as well...enjoy Hugs x0x0x Glenda

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basketkase by basketkase 21 Sep 2013

Why, thank you, Glenda........I will get to use all my threads now, as the Bernina would only sew with Isacord......

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by kezza2sew 21 Sep 2013

"Beast" you mean "Beauty" don't you..Wow I can only dream...
One needle is my limit...

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basketkase by basketkase 21 Sep 2013

LOL........yes, it is a beaut, but beastly to get into the room!

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by 02kar Moderator 21 Sep 2013

It is so wonderful to you with a healthy multi-needle machine. Enjoy it to the max. I have a 6 needle and I love it. My husband is insisting that I trade it in if I get a 10-needle. But it is my baby and I want to keep it as a back-up.

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basketkase by basketkase 21 Sep 2013

I agree.......I thought I would sell the Bernina, but decided it would be a good machine for backup and I also need it to do regular sewing......seams & hems.....

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by hightechgrammy 21 Sep 2013

Oh My goodness I think you can embroider the WORLD with this! What a set up! Amazing! So this is how the big girls embroider! Have fun, dear friend! I love Graycie's bed right beside it with her steps up. We have to keep our priorities, right? Hugs, Jan

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basketkase by basketkase 21 Sep 2013

You are so right, Jan, prioritize with fur!!

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by sewdeb edited 22 Sep 2013

No one deserves this more than you, dear lady! Enjoy!

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basketkase by basketkase 21 Sep 2013

AWW, how sweet & kind...thank you......

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by sewilso 21 Sep 2013

Amazing set up!!! Lots of goodies to play with. lol!!

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basketkase by basketkase 21 Sep 2013

Yes, I just have to learn about all the goodies!

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by spendlove Moderator 21 Sep 2013

Aren't you a lucky girl?! Enjoy.....

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basketkase by basketkase 21 Sep 2013

Thanks, Sue......

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by rescuer Moderator 21 Sep 2013

Wonderful!
I am so very happy for you! You work so hard and so much! You really needed a machine that would work with you!
Happy stitchin' my friend!

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basketkase by basketkase 21 Sep 2013

Thanks so much, rescuer!!

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by susiesembroidery 21 Sep 2013

Ohhhh , I am sending you tons of jealousy ---- I mean love --- LOL She looks impressive!! I would also love one like this. I hope Christmas Father will remember. Enjoy your new machine and happy stitching.

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basketkase by basketkase 21 Sep 2013

Thanks so much....I feel I paid my dues with that lemon of a Bernina!!

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by ansalu 21 Sep 2013

Oh Vicky I wish you so much fun with your new roomie :o)
I'm sitting here and press my nose against the screen. Yes I have to admit that I'm a little bit jealous ;-)
Greetings, Bettina

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basketkase by basketkase 21 Sep 2013

Don't be, Bettina, if you have a great running machine it doesn't matter how many needles you have!! I love the speed with which I can get a design done and look forward to learning all the ins & outs of this machine!! Thanks for looking.......huggers

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