Memory Craft Machine Won't Run?
I dont do computerised sewing machines (I repair and refurbish vintage machines for my sewing students) but it sounds as though your motherboard is gone, and you need the services of a qualified repair tech. Try this first before giving up completely - there...
Vintage Singer 99k Not Using Bobbin Thread?
You can take the machine to a repair tech - its the bobbin gear (or the rubber belt) and needs to be changed and the repair tech will have access to the part - probably has a tub full of them:) This applies to 99Ks that are hand crank or electrified - the workings...
Changing the Color of a Dress Collar?
There are two answers to your question, one if you know how to sew and the second if you dont. If you dont know how to sew youre going to be far happier (and save money!) by taking your dress to a seamstress or tailor. Either will know how to do the work. If...
Dried Nail Polish On My Jeans?
Have you tried the old ice cube trick? Its pretty basic but works a treat for globs of chewing gum and dried nail varnish. Simply hold an ice cube directly against the glob for several minutes (to freeze the glob). Then use a piece of hard plastic (credit card...
Removing Sewing Machine Cabinet Bracket?
Your Singer is a free-arm machine so Im assuming its been fitted into a specialty cabinet for free-arm machines - not something I have any experience with as here in Scotland most Singer free-arms are used as portables on a table top. Try emailing this man...
New Home Machine Stitch Selector Not Working?
The service manual for this vintage machine costs into the high three-digit range - and youll need it to home-fix this machine. To the best of my knowledge (I do self-taught vintage machine repair for my sewing students here in Scotland) the service manual...
Repairing Zig Zag Stitch on Singer Machine?
The Singer consumer site is good for finding a qualified repair tech, having a look at new models, and free or low-cost user guide manual downloads and hard copy. They wont be of any use to you if youre hoping to do a home fix on your timing issue. Try this...
Remedies Dog With Medication Related...
What does your veterinary surgeon suggest? He/she should be your first stop for tips on coping with the disease including the hair loss. Have you thought about the machine-washable canine coats, jumpers and booties? Ive never had a dog (or cat) with a hair...
Singer Sewing Machine Hand Wheel Stuck?
The one and only thing to do is take your Singer to a qualified repair tech - it sounds to me as though the bobbin gear has failed but without seeing the machine I have to also say the problem could be one of several problems and none are a home-fix. I do vintage...
Kenmore Sewing Machine Won't Run?
It sounds as though you have a broken wire somewhere along the wiring of the machine. If youre handy electrically you can probably repair this yourself - open the machine by carefully unscrewing the head cover (be sure to take before, during, and after digital...
What Breed Is My Dog?
@Dinah - Ive reported your excessive copy-pasting of your frankly rude post to dog owners asking for a little help identifying dogs. There are several of us here with decades of professional experience (I raised AKC Boxers over 40 years before retiring, also...
What Breed Is My Dog?
@Dinah - you really need to stop copy-pasting that about identifying a dogs breed. There are so many of us on this site with YEARS AND DECADES of professional experience - I was a registered AKC Boxer breeder in the US for over forty years, and I know there...
What Breed Is My Dog?
Lets get my credentials out of the way: for over 40 years I was an AKC registered breeder of Boxer dogs (companion, with one or two over the years doing rather well in the show rings:) and also did breed rescue for several years as well. I live in the UK permanently...
Thread Not Catching Bobbin on Zigzag Stitch?
Take your machine to the repair tech - I do some vintage repair for my Sewing 101 students and it sounds to me as though there are multiple issues. Could be anything from excessive lint and thread fluff build-up to a bobbin or other gear on its last sewing...
Sewing Machine Not Always Stitching?
Yes, there are some things you should be doing:) Following the instructions in your sewing machine user guide, be sure that you are: Making all the needed adjustments to the stitch settings - for thinner fabrics especially! Stitch width and length, upper thread...
Singer Automatic Threader Stuck?
Visit the following website - he repairs vintage Singers and gives a lot of information free on his website: http://www.tandtrepair.com/ He has an email address on his pages so if you dont find the info you need to do the repair yourself, you can email him...
Washed Clothes Have a Sour Smell?
You might also try: Running the washing machine without detergent through two complete boil wash or hot programmes - you probably have a build of excess laundry detergent AND/OR general gunk (lint, bits of paper, soap scum, etc). Most modern machines dont have...
What Breed Is My Dog?
Without a DNA test its hard to tell for sure - and I raised AKC Boxers in the US over 40 years+a lot of breed rescue as well! He has a great lot of white on him and my first thought is he is all Boxer but out of undesirable bloodlines - yes, Boxer bloodlines...
Presser Foot on Singer 1301 Loose?
In the photo youve posted it looks as though the feed dogs on the throat plate have dropped - if that has happened, you need to raise the feed dogs - problem should be solved. See page 42 of your user manual for directions to raise/lower the feed dogs, or download...
Good Housekeeping Sewing Machine Manual?
Try the Husqvarna company website - the Good Housekeeper (not Housekeeping but its a very common mistake:) sewing machine was a badged-for White Sewing Machine Co machine (badged for chain department stores) and White was purchased by Husqvana-Viking in the...
Finding a Simplicity Pattern?
On the US Simplicity-New Look website where they sell archived copies of all their publications:)
Janome XC33 Sews Without Pedal Down?
Your sewing machine has an electrical short somewhere between the foot (or knee) pedal, and the machine. Does the machine sew by itself with the pedal disconnected? Then the fault is in the machine wiring. This isnt a home fix - get the machine to a qualified...
What Breed Is My Dog?
With those big splayed feet and the predominantly black colouring (plus a few other things like head and body shape) I have to say I dont think the dog has a lot of Staffie in him at all. He looks more like a Lab mix, frankly. The white chest blaze suggests...
Machine Won't Sew Stretch Stitch?
It sounds as though youve forgot to set the stitch width and or stitch length to the correct setting for stretch sewing - check your user manual to make sure youre making all the right settings for the stretch stitch youre hoping to use. I teach sewing and...
Sewing Machine Presser Foot Port Pushed In?
First of all, heres a link to the US Singer site free download manual: http://www.singerco.com/uploads/download/546_7463_efs.pdf Im going to assume (hope) you didnt try to plug in the machine and turn it on. So unplugged and not in the on mode, try to lift...
What Breed Is My Dog?
She looks as though she might have a little Boxer in her. Do an image search using the two breeds as your search term to see if you think your puppy looks like the images that come up. The best person to consult is your vet.
What Breed Is My Dog?
She looks like she might be a Staffie-American Pit Bull Dog mix. Do an image search using the two breeds to see if you think she looks like any of the dogs that come up in the search. The fawn-red colour is one that comes up with Staffies and Pits, youll see...
What Breed Is My Dog?
With that pronounced top-knot head, shes most likely mixed with Boxer. Do an image search using both breeds in your search term and I think youll see what I mean. I live in the UK now - I retired to my parents native UK after 40+years in the US breeding and...
Thoroughly Cleaning A Cast Iron Fry Pan
YES! Ive been saying this for years - Im in my late 50s and can STILL hear my great-gran saying a properly seasoned cast iron pan or pot will do with a good washing in hot soapy water after every use! She thought not washing after use was just plain unhygienic...
What Breed Is My Dog?
Please do an Internet image search using the following search term: Runt male Boxer dogs without docked ears and tails I think youll see hundreds if not thousands of images looking JUST like your very handsome lad. Id be surprised if hes mixed anything but...
What Breed Is My Dog?
What an absolutely adorable puppy! From your description of Mum, Id say she probably had a little bit of Boxer and American Staffordshire Terrier in her (the stand up pointy ears) - not pit bull. She is wider bodied than most Boxers and Staffies, though, so...
What Breed Is My Dog?
Hi Amanda, I hope I can help out a little here:) I live in the UK now but was an AKC Boxer breeder (and breed rescuer) 40+years in the US before coming to the UK in 2010. No1 Rule of any pet? ALWAYS TRUST YOUR VET (unless you have serious concerns about their...
What Breed Is My Dog?
I have to agree with the vet that she looks like a Staffie. Not a pure one, shes clearly mixed with something else - except for the colours Id say Beagle but Im not sure Beagles come in those colours and Staffies dont either. Maybe Lab but from what youre describing...
Leather Computer Bag Smells Bad?
The previous reply is spot-on - this bag is a health hazard and should be removed from your home and life ASAP. The problem is two-fold. One, the tanning (preservation method) was clearly not done properly; two, the chemicals used in the tanning process were...
Use Old Blankets for Quilt Batting
I knew I couldnt be the only one still using Grans Depression era quilting tips:) Im on the hunt for a plain (no print) duvet cover to use as instant top and backing - I mean to insert the old wool blanket, baste it down, then hand quilt it using a feathers...
Sewing Machine Doesn't Work?
The only thing you can do is to take your machine to a Kenmore qualified repair tech. Finding and repairing the problem just isnt a home DIY bit of work.
What Breed Is My Dog?
Shes beautiful! As to her breed, shes so young its hard to tell - a veterinarian might be able to tell, can you take her to a vet clinic? Whatever breed she may be, its clear youre taking very good care of her - she looks very healthy!
Max (Bull Boxer)
GORGEOUS! LOL, Im partial to Boxers having been a US AKC breeder forty plus years before relocating permanently to the UK. I also did breed rescue - so glad to see another former not sure about Boxer-cross dogs finding out what an absolute treasure these wonderful...
What Breed Is My Dog?
He looks as though he is a 3 part mix of Boxer, American Staffordshire Terrier (aka pit bull although there is now an AKC recognised genuine American Pit Bull - and it is possible he is part APB instead of AST), and one of the hound breeds from the shape of...
Difficulty Sewing UnderArmour Fabric?
This fabric does have a specialty finish that makes it difficult to sew - but it shouldnt be impossible. The finish is permanently embedded in the fabric so you wouldnt be able to wash it out as you could regular fabric finishes (sizing, and some companies...
Singer Quantum L-500 Won't Sew?
If a shock reboot doesnt get your machine sewing again, its time to take it to a Singer factory qualified repair tech - its possible your software or motherboard have failed. A shock reboot is done by plugging the machine in, turning it on, letting it sit for...
Air Travel Organizer
Love this - it not only will make my long-hauls (I fly over to the States to see the grands:) better, but my train trips here in the UK and on the Continent will be greatly improved using your dads wonderful travel tip, too. Thank-you for passing it on!
Uses for Disposable Contact Lens Cups?
My daughter uses her disposable lens cups at the sinks for rings and on her dressing table for earrings. She also has made some really pretty little jewellery boxes and compartments using scrap fabrics and white glue to make lining for the cups - she sets the...
Wearing New Dentures?
When my upper plate (temporary, like yours - Im on the permanent one now and love it) went in immediately after the teeth were extracted, my dentist said to remove the plate that and every night (or whatever is the regular sleep period). He said the chance...
Parts for Good Housekeeper Sewing Machine?
Try this gentleman: http://www.tandtrepair.com/ As youll see on his home page, he primarily does vintage Singer repair/parts sales but also notes when he finds Singer parts work on other maker sewing machines - not sure about GH machines but a quick email to...
Washing Silk Christening Outfit?
If she didnt put it through the tumble dryer there is a chance it can be saved - take it to a dry cleaner adverting they specialise in silk wedding and other occasion garments. Other businesses to look for would be ones adverting they specialise in restoring...
Sewing Machine Needle Not Working?
Oh you lucky sewer! Ive been looking for a Singer Spartan for YEARS!! I live in Scotland where the Spartans were made at the Kilbowie plant (near Glasgow) and while the 99s (which is identical to the Spartan except the 99 is larger; the 99, btw, is the 3/4...
Dyeing a White Wedding Dress Ivory?
Polyester can be dyed but it should be done by a professional to ensure an even, streak-free dye. Look in the phone directory for a dry cleaner who advertises they also dye shoes and garments, and look for reviews of the company online before entrusting your...
Best Biodegradable Toilet Paper?
Im not sure the RidX would work on tree roots in sewage lines in either septic or city/county sewer lines. I swore by it for keeping the enzyme balance right in my US septic tanks but never for tree roots in the lines. Re the toilet paper, I left the US five...
Janome Reverse Not Working?
There is a broken part in your machine - this is not a home repair. Youre going to need to take your machine to a professional. Look in the local phone directory for a repair tech with Janome experience. Yes, any sewing machine repair tech could likely do the...
Replacement Precision Bobbin Winder?
What country are you in? If youre in the USA, try: http://www.tandtrepair.com/ He does mostly vintage Singer Slant machine parts and repair but he has an enormous list of parts resources and can usually help find what someone is looking for.
Tubing for H2O Steam Mop?
Try these companies - Ive done business with them and have had good results; you can also go to AmazonUK and use the search function to look for H20 spare parts where I first found these sellers: http://www.espares.co.uk/browse/at1316/steam-cleaners http://www...
Clutch Knob on Sewing Machine Won't Tighten?
Is this a vintage machine? Older than 10-15 years from the factory is now considered vintage, and it makes a difference in what the problem could be. I teach Sewing 101 in the UK (after 50+years in the US) and do a bit of repair-refurb for my students, mostly...
Stitch Length Knob Came Off?
Take this machine to the nearest Sears repair centre - they have the skills (theyre all factory trained and have the right tools and knowledge) needed to do the recal. Please believe me this is NOT a home repair job.
Kenmore 385 Only Stitching Backwards?
I teach total newbies Sewing 101 and do a bit of self-taught machine repair and refurbishment here in the UK where Ive retired after 50+years in the US. Im not familiar with Kenmore machines but my experience with Singers tells me what youre describing is very...
Unable to Change Stitch Length on Sewing Machine?
First: check your user guide manual to be sure you have ALL of the settings correct. Heres a link to a free download from the Singer website (USA) for the Singer 6215, pay especial attention to page 14 and the troubleshooting page 41: http://www.singerco.com...
Locking Hand Wheel on Singer Machine?
Do you want to lock the hand wheel so that you can wind a bobbin? Do you have the user guide - it will tell you how to do that. If you dont have the manual you can go to the SingerCo website and find a free download there - look for the navigation feature for...
Training an Aggressive Dog?
Your Boxer-Staffie (American Staffordshire Terrier is the correct name for pit type dogs) is NOT grown-up at all, and will not be until around aged three years. I know this because I was a very successful breeder-trainer of AKC Boxers for over 40 years in the...
Ethanoic Acid as Fabric Softener
You might want to have your water tested for high mineral or iron (or other things) because with sufficient rinsing, vinegar is the best additive bar none for laundry. Ive been using it for decades - whiter whites, brighter colours, and no other odour other...
What Breed Is This Dog?
I raised AKC Boxers and did breed rescue in the US 40+years, my cousin raised Staffies (American Staffordshire Terriers, the proper name for most pit type dogs). Im seeing a lot of Boxer in the dog youre considering for adoption. The brindle coat is often found...
Sewing Machine Shuts Off?
It sounds like a frayed or broken wire, might be in the connection point area where the foot pedal and power cord join the sewing machine but it also might be along the main power shaft - it usually runs lengthwise from the belt and hand-wheel area. If you...
Sewing Machine Runs Without Foot Pedal?
This is an electrical problem - it could be a faulty connection, a broken-worn-and/or frayed wire in the foot pedal - she may not put any pressure on the foot pedal but if the problem is in the foot pedal wiring, it could easily be transmitting the wrong signal...
What Breed Is My Dog?
I have to agree with the previous replies - this is a Staffie and quite a handsome one at that! My cousin raised AST (American Staffordshire Terrier) back in the US and I raised AKC Boxers (40+years, I now live in the UK), we both did breed rescue. Colour, shape...
Singer Sewing Machine Jammed?
I live in Scotland now (but spent 40+years in the US); I teach total newbies how to sew, and Im do a bit of repair tech work as well. I know, therefore, whereof I speak. First, I think you may have switched up your model identification numbers as there isnt...
Lawn Mower Won't Start?
Did you check/change your spark plug? Is the gap set correctly, and the connection points clean?
What Breed Is My Dog?
Your puppy does show definite Boxer characteristics (see below) but you say hes so small you think he may be part Chi and Boxers (and/or Boxer mixes) generally dont come THAT small! Still, whilst raising AKC Boxers and doing breed rescue 40+years in the US...
What Breed Is My Puppy?
After raising AKC Boxers and doing breed rescue 40+years in the US, I have to say Im not seeing any Boxer in that adorable puppy. Black Lab and Pointer, yes. But no Boxer! Hope this helps:)
Sewing Machine Not Working?
Im in NE Scotland where the repair would cost you around £80 - the going rate on vintage machines is £40 just to have a look (usually collected from a sewing centre collection point once a week by a repair tech, very few centres have on-site techs anymore) and...
Repairing the Start Button on Janome Machine?
The best answer to your two questions is: Take this to a reputable repair tech. If you open the machine youll void any warranty, and its possible something inside has snapped, needs repair or replacement - and this is not something you can do at home. I did...
Repairing a Singer Sewing Machine?
After 50 years in the US, I now live in Scotland where I teach total newbies sewing - they frequently bring me vintage machines like yours for refurb-repair. It sounds to me as though you had a very unfortunate experience with a repair tech who should have...
What Breed Is My Puppy?
Looks like a Boxer-Keeshond mix - likely more Boxer than Kee but that face is unmistakably Keeshond. Do an image search for both breeds and for the mix to see why Im thinking this way. I know your gorgeous little (yeah, not so little:) guy isnt as fuzzy as...
Training a Puppy Not to Chew?
40+years experience raising AKC Boxers and doing breed rescue plus what I learned over the years from my American Staffordshire Terrier (correct name for pit bull type dogs, aka Staffies; the AKC has recently recognised a specific and distinct breed as American...
Sewing Machine Stitch Regulator Problem?
The problem with your MW machine (your very vintage MW machine!) is that one or more of the silicone bits (aka gear teeth) have worn, crumbled, and fallen off the mount - this is NOT a repair job for the home handyperson, you really need to take this machine...
Rights and Responsibilities of Power of Attorney?
If the POA is one formatted as a durable POA, sadly yes your mother CAN keep you from seeing your gran. I somehow doubt your mother will give you a photocopy of the POA so that you can check the wording so the only other option is to challenge this in court...
Janome 6600 Dog Feeds Are Stuck?
Assuming youve used the troubleshooting pages of your manual and havent been able to sort the problem, have you tried a shock reboot? Its not something repair techs recommend but in a pinch it may be something that works. You turn on the machine and let it...
Publishing a Craft Book?
Look into the AmazonDOTcoDOTuk self-publishing pages - the authors theyve worked with are seeing rather remarkable success. Another publisher, more traditional, is David and Charles - not sure if they accept unsolicited manuscripts. Pavilion is also a good...
Obtaining a POA for Spouse?
Yes he can but you want to be VERY careful about it! An attorney is your best source of advice and preparation of the POA especially if it is to be a durable one. I learned this the hard way - my husband of over 20 years used the durable POA to clean out our...
Stuck Clutch on Thread Trimmer?
I do vintage standard domestic machine repairs here in the UK for my sewing students and so dont have any real experience with sergers - that said, have you made sure youve cleaned ALL the lint and fluff you can see without taking anything apart from the clutch...
Singer Sewing Machine Won't Stitch?
Hoping by now (Im posting this reply on the 27th of April) youve been able to finish your garment, and have taken your vintage machine to a reliable repair tech - your machine probably has a worn or broken part. Other reasons for your described issue include...
Getting Used to New Dentures?
As your gums heal (from the extractions) youll experience more of this sort of thing - healing gums shrink as the swelling goes down and the shrinking goes on for up to a year. Youll have been scheduled for appointments over the first year to make adjustments...
Repairing a T-shirt?
That is a very bad pull, and I dont think it can be fixed, sorry! Knit fabrics like lightweight jersey arent like thicker knits that can be fixed by gently working the pull from the front to the inside. Pulls like this one on a tee/rugby/polo-shirt are like...
Reline Problem?
As your next appointment is so far off, you should at least call the dentists office and ask if you can be seen. You shouldnt have to cope with that discomfort for the next two months, and the irritation could lead to a worse problem if not seen. With mine...
Repairing a Nelco Sewing Machine?
You need to take this machine to a qualified repair tech - dont take it apart any farther than you already have and be sure you get all the parts to the tech or he/she will have to charge you to replace the missing parts. I do vintage machine repair here in...
Altering a Blouse to Make It Form Fitting?
Another way to alter a garment is to put it on inside out and hand baste (yes, with a needle and thread - be sure to leave a little wiggle room for wearing ease, and dont stab your daughter:). Pay attention to the underarm area, and the sleeves - any alterations...
Bobbin Thread Keeps Bunching Up?
Probably not. I do some sewing machine repair (Im self-taught) for my sewing students and from your description it sounds as though a part inside the machine has either broken/worn, or become mis-aligned. Only someone with training (preferably factory or a...
Repairing a New Home Sewing Machine?
Hiya from Scotland! Look in your telephone directory under sewing machines (and/or repair of) - youre looking for listings that mention Brother, White, or Janome - any shop selling those will know who to contact to work on your New Home machine. Another good...
What Breed Is My Dog?
40+years experience raising AKC Boxers and doing breed rescue tells me youve got a Brindle Boxer crossed with one of the massive hound breeds, possibly Mastiff. Get that poor wee thing to a vet - the hips and ribs shouldnt be protruding so much and although...
Dog Attacking Other Resident Dogs?
The previous answer was excellent. As a retired AKC Boxer raiser-breeder (after 40+years) who also did many years of breed rescue, all I can add is the following: Boxers and certain cross (like the Mastiff in your cross) breeds mature at a much later age than...
What Breed Is My Dog?
I raised AKC Boxers in the US for over 40 years, my cousin raised Staffies (American Staffordshire Terrier, sometimes and erroneously called pit bull). I see mostly Boxer in those VERY young Boxer puppies - they cant be more than 6-7 weeks old in the photos...
What Breed Is My Puppy?
Blimey, what a gorgeous wee dog! I do see Pit (properly called American Staffordshire Terrier, btw. Also called Staffie for short) and Rottie with some German Shepherd in there too. Staffie puppies will play until they collapse, theyre really adorable puppies...
What Breed Is My Dog?
Im sorry, dachshund?! My 40+years raising AKC Boxers and doing breed rescues says your dog is a Lab-American Staffordshire Terrier cross. Handsome, really stunning dog, but Im not seeing Dachshund anywhere unless theres one about to photo-bomb the portrait...
Sewing Machine Not Stitching?
Have you tried a shock-reboot? (connect the machine to the power source, turn it on and let it sit there for a minute then without turning the machine off, disconnect it from the power. Wait at least five minutes then reconnect the machine to the power - it...
Replacing a Sewing Machine Fuse?
Go to the Sears Kenmore parts and servicing website and see if there is a free download of your model machine user manual - the information you need is at the back of the booklet. If they dont have a free download, they will have a low-cost print copy for purchase...
What Breed Is This Dog?
Youll need to repost your question and this time see if you can include photos of the puppys face and standing up from front and side. Sorry I cant be more help but from the one photo youve posted here its really hard to tell more than its a very young puppy...
Singer Prelude Presser Foot Won't Go Down?
It could be a thread jam - download this free copy of your user manual from SingerCo and follow the directions in the troubleshooting section at the back of the booklet: http://www.singerco.com/uploads/download/6e3d0b95f430c140ffaf95b6bc45a3255f896542.pdf If...
What Breed Is My Dog?
Boxer and Staffie (correct name for pit bull is American Staffordshire Terrier) from what I can tell after my 40+years of raising AKC Boxers and doing breed rescue. My cousin raised Staffies and also did rescue. Your dog looks like mostly Staffie with some...
What Breed Is My Dog?
I agree with the previous poster that your dog looks like a Staffie cross. I raised AKC Boxers over 40 years in the US before relocating to my parents native UK, my cousin raised Staffies (full name American Staffordshire Terrier, and yes indeed people do mistakenly...
Eligibility for Social Security Disability?
@Cybergrannie - actually, many people quite legally change their SSI information - domestic violence victims, Witness Protection participants, adoptees, etc. The SSA and law enforcement work together on these case all the time. A careful re-read of the original...
Eligibility for Social Security Disability?
SSA should already have this information in their database. Luckily so does the IRS - you need to fill out a request form for duplicate W-2s for the years SSA claims they cant source. (link to IRS page follows my info, you may need to click around the IRS site...
Social Security Disability and Paternity?
Youll need to do this very quickly - step one is to videotape your father claiming your half-brother as his flesh and blood son. Step two is to get an attorney moving quickly to petition the court to have your dad recognised and the birth certificate amended...
Social Security Shared Death Benefits?
I havent looked into this for years so things may have changed, but at one time former spouses could claim on the exs SSI. This was enacted to protect women, primarily, who had spent decades as a loyal homemaker only to be dumped for a younger model. Are you...
What Breed Is My Dog?
Shepherd yes, Dachshund, erm, prolly not. I raised AKC Boxers over 40 years in the US, and did breed rescue as well - your dog looks like one parent was all Boxer and the other part Boxer and part Shepherd. You write youve had the dog for a year now - what...
Sewing Machine Stuck in Buttonhole Mode?
The gear responsible for moving stitch settings has failed. Either youre using a vintage (older than ten years) machine, or you have a newer one that might still be under warranty (which means the part shouldnt have failed and your warranty should cover the...
What Breed Is My Dog?
Looks like Boxer is the other breed in your Staffie, and what a gorgeous little pup - those blue eyes are knock-out against the beautiful coat! Depending on where you live, you may run into some local legislation around keeping this cross (Boxer-Staffie) as...
Broken Piece of Needle Stuck in Needle Bar?
Sandi is on the right track with her suggestion. But as a sewing teacher/repair tech with considerable experience on antique machines, let me suggest two more things: One: using the smallest pair of needle nose pliers you can find, grasp the needle bit with...
What Breed Is My Dog?
40+years experience as an AKC Boxer breeder, and doing breed rescue work tells me your puppy is a young Boxer-German Shepherd mix. No Dane or other Hound that I can see, but there is something about the forepaws that reminds me of Dachshund for some reason...
What Breed Is My Dog?
Id go with Boxer-Lab, with the Lab mixed with Golden Retriever to explain the wavy coat. I did breed rescue and AKC Boxer breeding 40+ years in the US before relocating to my parents native UK, and thats what Im seeing in your dog. I can understand why the...
Painting Wallpaper Stained With Nicotine?
Youll need to prep the surface first by using a 1-1 ratio solution of vinegar and water - use a wrung out sponge and figure on at least three sessions of cleaning. Cleans, degreases, and deodorises, now thats win-win-win! No need to rinse, and the strong vinegar...
Bobbin Thread Not Getting Picked Up?
If youve: *checked your user guide to be sure youre inserting the bobbin case correctly *Made sure youve returned the machine to sewing mode after winding the bobbin *made sure the presser foot is in the UP position BEFORE inserting the bobbin case and BEFORE...
Sewing Machine Only Runs Slowly?
I teach sewing here in Scotland, and do some repair-refurb on vintage machines. Your problem sounds as though it could be in the foot control - a fraying wire, gummy connection or loose wire. But it could also be in the machine where the connection is made...
Sewing Machine Not Pulling Up Bobbin Thread?
Marty is spot-on - check your user guide and if that doesnt solve the problem take the machine back to the seller. Try the following if you cant return the machine for some reason: Be sure youre loading the bobbin case correctly with the thread coming out anti...
Hand Wheel on Singer Sewing Machine Came Off?
Oh yikes! Yes, this is tricky and not a job for the home sewing machine user without training. There are two or three parts to the hand wheel (depends on model year) and aside from the wheel these are very small parts you may not have noticed when the hand...
Home Remedies for Fleas?
Re the pets, consult your vet. If you can stand the smell, Avon Skin-So-Soft (original formula, thats important) used to work when our cat was going outside. I used to put a big dollop of the oil on my hands then work it into the cats coat - he didnt like it...
Home Remedies for Fleas?
Ive had good results keeping fleas down by spreading regular table salt on carpet, upholstery, bare mattresses, leaving it down for several hours then vacuuming it up. Be sure to get all the salt vacuumed up or it will absorb any humidity in the air and turn...
What Breed Is My Dog?
Actually I think your dog does have a lot of American Staffordshire Terrier in him (proper name for pit bull, although I understand the AKC has or is about to recognise an official American Pit Bull Terrier, theyre not at all different from ASTs from what my...
Sound Proofing an Interior Wall?
Will you be running electrical wires through there? Thats the only thing I can think of that might make using the cardboard a problem - the fire hazard. If the wires short and burn, that cardboard would be a good enough fuel to keep a fire burning long enough...
What Breed Is My Dog?
What a beautiful girl, what looks like excellent Boxer bloodlines are very evident in her. I dont think theres any Great Dane in her, but run an online image search using the two breeds as your search term to see several pages of images of puppies from a cross...
Cleaning Oil Smell from Glass Bottle?
Wash the bottle with hot soapy water, rinse well, then fill to the neck with full strength white vinegar. Seal the top (either with the lid or a stopper, or with a couple layers of cling wrap held tightly by an elastic band) and leave for a few days in a warm...
Gap Between Upper Denture and Roof of Mouth?
No - there is NOT supposed to be a gap, not anywhere on your plate no matter upper or lower. Contact your dentist ASAP. Until you can get in and have the plate adjusted, use a denture plate adhesive to seal the gap so you can safely have something to eat. Whats...
What Breed Is My Dog?
I raised AKC Boxers in the US for over 40 years and did breed rescue as well. I really dont think there is any pit bull (proper name is American Staffordshire Terrier, or Staffie/Staffy for short) in your dog at all - my cousin raised ASTs, and our combined...
What Breed is My Dog?
Hiya from Scotland, Eric! I relocated here to my parents native UK after retiring from 40+years of raising AKC Boxers and doing breed rescue work; my cousin raised American Staffordshire Terriers. Your puppy looks like a Boxer-Staffie cross in the photo youve...
What Breed Is My Puppy?
Females of both breeds tend to be smaller on average - and your darling looks like a beautiful Boxer-(Yellow) Lab to my 40+years experienced eye:) I raised AKC Boxers and did breed rescue in the US before relocating permanently to my parents native UK. In breed...
What Breed Is My Dog?
Do an online image search using the following search terms: boxer-shar pei puppies american staffordshire terrier-shar pei puppies The photo youve posted doesnt show enough of the dog for me to tell for sure which cross you have, but your dog has Boxer or Staffie...
Donating Fabric?
Another group who would welcome fabric donations would be the sewers at a nursing home and retirement centre. I used to live in Cherokee County, GA, and often saw donation calls from activities directors down in MetroATL in the free classifieds. And youth groups...
