http://localhost:8080/chatroom/mvnforum/index RSS Feed of http://localhost:8080 (Global RSS) en-us Sun, 1 Aug 2010 01:30:47 MDT Sun, 1 Aug 2010 01:30:47 MDT http://localhost:8080/chatroom/mvnforum/viewthread?thread=9015 I am currently having difficulty free motion with my Pfaff 7550. I have tried everything and the book does not help at all. Could someone give me some insight as to what I am missing here. Thanks....Gloria Sat, 31 Jul 2010 22:24:15 MDT http://localhost:8080/chatroom/mvnforum/viewthread?thread=9016 Can't remember when I started this "Star for All Seasons" (2) for friends in Illinois - 2005 perhaps, basically the piecing was finished sometime ago. Took it on our road trip and Bless Crash - she quilted two of them for me. Kinda screwed up on the label - looks like Deb in Sharp MO, but I sent a not clearing up any misunderstanding - couldn't squeeze in Lebanon[:(] This is th... Sat, 31 Jul 2010 22:12:25 MDT http://localhost:8080/chatroom/mvnforum/viewthread?thread=9010 Thought I'd share a few pics of a quilt before I get started quilting it. This will probably take more than one thread because of the photos. Sat, 31 Jul 2010 17:27:56 MDT http://localhost:8080/chatroom/mvnforum/viewthread?thread=9006 Hi, I just joined after looking over the site and what great info is here. I have been using the Pfaff 1142 Hobby machine for a few years. A couple of days ago I was able to purchase a Pfaff Grand Quilter 1200 Commercial from a private individual. It has less than 40 hours use. Thankfully it came with the manual. Although I have been sewing for years there are a couple of things I can't figure ... Sat, 31 Jul 2010 16:32:43 MDT http://localhost:8080/chatroom/mvnforum/viewthread?thread=9014 Can someone please tell me what is meant by the wave stitch to pin and tuck a fabric. I am working from the Vintage Garden book by Jenny Haskins and am trying to do the Magenta Garden Quilt and it call for this stitch but I am new to the machine and do not know what is meant by it. Thank You Biker Bill Sat, 31 Jul 2010 02:02:34 MDT http://localhost:8080/chatroom/mvnforum/viewthread?thread=9012 My mother just inherited this machine in a very heavy furniture-type cabinet and cannot determine how to raise the machine to a sewing position so that she can use. I have looked through all of the original manuals, etc..., but can find no reference. The local dealer is also no help ... says this machine is too old, although it is in new condition. Any sharing of knowledge is appreciated. Fri, 30 Jul 2010 21:56:28 MDT http://localhost:8080/chatroom/mvnforum/viewthread?thread=9013 I bought a Pfaff Creative 1469 many years ago in South Africa and the machine has given me tremendous pleasure until now. At the moment the machine does not want to initialise. I know it is a very old machine but I would like to try and fix it if possible. Do you know what would cause such a problem or do you know where I can get a replacement pc board? I am situated in South Africa but unfort... Fri, 30 Jul 2010 01:18:31 MDT http://localhost:8080/chatroom/mvnforum/viewthread?thread=9011 While attending the Sisters outdoor quilt show , I came so close to purchasing the Pfaff 4.0. I then remembered a few posts I had read a while back and decided to wait to make sure some of the bugs have been revamped before I buy. Would love your input into this machine. I already have 3 old pfaffs but plan on upgrading soon. Thanks. Thu, 29 Jul 2010 15:12:30 MDT http://localhost:8080/chatroom/mvnforum/viewthread?thread=9007 I need some advice on the 7570, I have an opportunity to purchase one with everything, software, notebooks and what looks like every foot ever made. I know this is an older machine, not a big deal to me as my main machine is a elna air electronic and I also have the Singer Futura 100 but it is a very frustrating machine to use. My question is the machine worth purchasing they are asking 800, so ... Thu, 29 Jul 2010 13:00:11 MDT http://localhost:8080/chatroom/mvnforum/viewthread?thread=8987 the needle mechanism won't disengage. I turn the nob on the wheel but nothing happens. Is there some adjustment? I can't find it in anything I've looked at. Thanks so much Thu, 29 Jul 2010 00:03:48 MDT http://localhost:8080/chatroom/mvnforum/viewthread?thread=9009 I have just gotten a Pfaff 230. It is in great shape and works but the bakelite knob (stitch selector or needle position selector) on the front of the machine is broken. Does anyone have an idea where I can buy a new one. This is a black 230. Thanks! Wed, 28 Jul 2010 16:02:53 MDT http://localhost:8080/chatroom/mvnforum/viewthread?thread=9008 Hi, New to Pfaff but my wife LOVES her "brand new" 262 from 1960. We are looking at a 230 for the free arm now. NOW! Here is my question. I have a chance at a Pfaff 4872 & a 4874 serger...what are the differences? The 4874 is more money, both right now are affordable. Thanks for your help everyone. Mark Tue, 27 Jul 2010 18:24:17 MDT http://localhost:8080/chatroom/mvnforum/viewthread?thread=8943 Hi, I'm new to forum and would like some advice. I was given my mother's 2 Pfaff's after her death. She was an avid seamstress & quilter. I called a Pfaff dealer and ask questions on machines and they stated that if I wanted a machine, I would be better off trading in the 2 (model 1473CD & Creative 7570) and purchasing a new Pfaff Select 3.0 due to the fact that the older models sometimes ... Tue, 27 Jul 2010 17:16:53 MDT http://localhost:8080/chatroom/mvnforum/viewthread?thread=8996 [b-(] Like I need another project. But this is pretty simple. While on our way to a retreat in MO with Crash and another friend, Joy, Joy took us to an out of the way shop. Thank the Lord she knew where to find the shop. They were doing a block of the month project "Garden Patch Cats". I have the first two, Avocato and Boscat. These are done with fusible web - think I might man... Tue, 27 Jul 2010 03:59:03 MDT http://localhost:8080/chatroom/mvnforum/viewthread?thread=8997 I need a new presser foot for my 130. Comparing the old foot to the Universal low shank foot, they are very similar, but not exactly the same. Will these work on the 130? If not, is there a source for original feet? Also, will the standard 15287a bobbin spooling tire work on a 130? Thanks for the info! Frank Tue, 27 Jul 2010 01:43:39 MDT http://localhost:8080/chatroom/mvnforum/viewthread?thread=8998 I just bought a used 7570, with the embroidery attachment and a cable to hook to a computer, but there is no software. Does anyone know where I can get it? Also do I need anything else to use software and embroider? Mon, 26 Jul 2010 23:49:32 MDT http://localhost:8080/chatroom/mvnforum/viewthread?thread=9005 I've had to replace my pc and my pc designer software is on floppy, is there a way to put it on the new pc? thank you! Sun, 25 Jul 2010 16:20:18 MDT http://localhost:8080/chatroom/mvnforum/viewthread?thread=9000 Does anybody know anything about the how to videos? Are they thorough and does anyone want to sell thiers? Sun, 25 Jul 2010 02:56:33 MDT http://localhost:8080/chatroom/mvnforum/viewthread?thread=9004 I have a Pfaff 2054 Performance--am a beginning sewer. When I took my machine in last year for a routine check, they told me they updated it--didn't understand what they meant, but they offered to sell me a new manual for the updated Pfaff for $100!! What was that about? The company is no longer in business so I can't ask them. What is the website to enroll for the Pfaff newsletter? Would ... Sat, 24 Jul 2010 20:29:01 MDT http://localhost:8080/chatroom/mvnforum/viewthread?thread=8973 Hi, new to this forum. Have had my 7570 for many years. I just started sewing again. I can not find my manual for embroidery unit. Any ideas where I can buy one? I just brought the magic box and a blank card. Seems to work great. Looking for simple projects for grandchildren to do. Mathscool[:)] [:)] [:)] [:)] [:)] [:)] [:)] Sat, 24 Jul 2010 00:55:00 MDT http://localhost:8080/chatroom/mvnforum/viewthread?thread=8999 I bought one used and I don't have software, but I have a cable. Is there anything else I need? Sat, 24 Jul 2010 00:44:49 MDT http://localhost:8080/chatroom/mvnforum/viewthread?thread=8992 Not that I know it all by any means. Cleaning up thread ends on the quilt I started 8 years ago for my younger grandson is not only a chore, but extremely time consuming. Apparently I didn't know about minimizing stitch size to begin a line of stitching, or didn't know the features of my machine, come to think of it - don't think I had my 2030 at the time with it's "tack" feature. ... Fri, 23 Jul 2010 22:49:29 MDT http://localhost:8080/chatroom/mvnforum/viewthread?thread=9003 Hi, I post this message in the quilting section and probably should have posted here. I haven't been on this forum for a few years since I had my Pfaff 7570 embroidery machine. I now have a Brother combo machine but I was looking for a Pfaff machine to take to quilting classes. I was wondering if I could get some information on the different machines. I really don't need that much but I'd like th... Fri, 23 Jul 2010 20:08:11 MDT http://localhost:8080/chatroom/mvnforum/viewthread?thread=9002 Hi, I haven't been on this forum for a few years since I had my embroidery machine. I now have a Brother combo machine but I was looking for a Pfaff machine to take to classes. I was wondering if I could get some information on the different machines. I really don't need that much but I'd like the knee lift and thread cutter but that's probably on the higher end machines. Anyway, I'd love to ... Thu, 22 Jul 2010 14:01:02 MDT http://localhost:8080/chatroom/mvnforum/viewthread?thread=8976 Help![:((] I am searching for the cable that attaches the Pfaff 7570 to a PC. Can anyone help me.....please. Thanks so much Marie Wed, 21 Jul 2010 15:46:19 MDT http://localhost:8080/chatroom/mvnforum/viewthread?thread=8978 My laptop, which ran Windows 98 and my old, old PC-Designer software v2.1, is dying. The new laptop has arrived with Windows 7. Does anyone know the trick to get this program working again on the new computer? Still love my 7570! Thank you. Wed, 21 Jul 2010 02:57:29 MDT http://localhost:8080/chatroom/mvnforum/viewthread?thread=9001 Does anyone have these sets of videos that they want to sell? Tue, 20 Jul 2010 11:26:28 MDT http://localhost:8080/chatroom/mvnforum/viewthread?thread=8968 Hi all, I recently upgraded to a used Pfaff 7570 . My friend in quilting told me my piecing could only be helped by a Pfaff! lol I love it, but as I have had it since October cannot find a way to access the floppy disk that came with it. does anyone know how to help me or where I can purchase a disk, I have a Vista laptop. I am a sort of new quilter, I am really eager to learn the embroidery as... Tue, 20 Jul 2010 06:19:09 MDT http://localhost:8080/chatroom/mvnforum/viewthread?thread=8948 I ran my 3D File Assistant (updated to 7.25) with no problems using Windows XP. I no longer have Windows XP, I have Windows 7 Professional 64bit. I can't get Windows 7 Professional to recognize any driver for the 2144 (it is totally up to date). I went to Pfaff web site and that was not very helpful. I downloaded their HASP4 driver and I installed it as the administrator and I turned off my ... Mon, 19 Jul 2010 01:40:55 MDT http://localhost:8080/chatroom/mvnforum/viewthread?thread=8965 I'm seriously thinking of trying to sell my CV (upgraded to 5.5 with the hardware upgrade) and moving to the BabyLock tol. The learning curve is pretty high on the CV and I don't think I'm using nearly the full potential. The BL seems more user friendly. I've been a lifelong Pfaff fan, but the company is going in a direction I'm not comfortable with. The new CV's are marked made in China. How ... Sun, 18 Jul 2010 06:14:25 MDT http://localhost:8080/chatroom/mvnforum/viewthread?thread=8782 I have a 2140 upgraded to a 2170 and I am looking for the usb cable for this machine. Sat, 17 Jul 2010 20:12:05 MDT http://localhost:8080/chatroom/mvnforum/viewthread?thread=8994 My embroidery unit is not working. I need to know if the computer plug that is in the machine is stationary or moves a little. I just put $500 dollars in this machine that was serviced at my local dealer and then went to Pfaff to replace a part that rarely needs replacing. I am not even a heavy machine user! Any way, any info would be appreciated.[:((] Sat, 17 Jul 2010 14:06:13 MDT http://localhost:8080/chatroom/mvnforum/viewthread?thread=8993 I have never been able to make good buttonholes with this machine. They start out fine but on the return to the start or the left side of the button hole is always shorter. Once in awhile it will work ok for 1 or 2 and then revert to making lopsided ones. Every thing else on the machine works good. Any one else with this problem? Fri, 16 Jul 2010 23:04:52 MDT http://localhost:8080/chatroom/mvnforum/viewthread?thread=8995 My embroidery unit is not working. I need to know if the computer plug that is in the machine is stationary or moves a little. I just put $500 dollars in this machine that was serviced at my local dealer and then went to Pfaff to replace a part that rarely needs replacing. I am not even a heavy machine user! Any way, any info would be appreciated.crying Fri, 16 Jul 2010 21:57:18 MDT http://localhost:8080/chatroom/mvnforum/viewthread?thread=8969 My son and daughter in law on May 12 had their baby at 24 weeks. He is still having a hard time. I was able to find preemie patterns from Simplicity but they only started at 5 lbs. He weights about a 1.5 pounds at birth, probably lost a few oz, rather more than a few. He is 13" tall. I was wondering if any one had used the cabbage patch doll clothes for preemies. I made a bunting and hat, he... Fri, 16 Jul 2010 02:24:13 MDT http://localhost:8080/chatroom/mvnforum/viewthread?thread=8687 Hello, Purchased my 7570 in 2001 and at the time ran the embroidery software on a laptop that had Windows 98. Unfortunately no longer have old laptop (or software)., and new laptop has Windows XP. Having a very difficult time getting the laptop/embroidery program to ?talk? to 7570. Could anyone send me a copy of PCDwin 2.1? Email address is designconsult@ymail.com Many thanks! Wed, 14 Jul 2010 06:25:08 MDT http://localhost:8080/chatroom/mvnforum/viewthread?thread=8940 Saw these on the HQ Sit-down forum! They look very interesting and although Machineagers (however the heck it's spelled) work very well - just curious about these and they're not that expensive on overrainbow.com $17.95 for a pair two different sizes. Seriously considering - but was wondering if anyone else has seen/used these tools. (OH YAH - I need more tools[:-&] ) Tue, 13 Jul 2010 19:29:21 MDT http://localhost:8080/chatroom/mvnforum/viewthread?thread=8991 I have Embrodeiry Maschine Pfaff 2170. After Firmware updating and switch on Maschine is Screen blank. Maschine funktions, but wrong. Reupdate is impossible - after Datatransmission from PC to the Machine is Programm error = for Update erase memory!!! Get Machine memory reset??? Machine reset???How? Help please..... Tue, 13 Jul 2010 04:56:07 MDT http://localhost:8080/chatroom/mvnforum/viewthread?thread=8990 This has been a problem for me for a long time.[:(] Just learned an incredible trick yesterday - drop 1/2 tablet of denture cleaner in the reservoir and soak for 15 - 20 minutes, shake like crazy if you can't insert a cleaning brush. Soak the feeder trays in denture cleaner also. No muss, no fuss and no danger to the hummers.[=D>] Sun, 11 Jul 2010 15:41:09 MDT http://localhost:8080/chatroom/mvnforum/viewthread?thread=8989 I have Embrodeiry Maschine Pfaff 2170. After Firmware updating and switch on Maschine is Screen blank. Maschine funktions, but wrong. Reupdate is impossible - after Datatransmission from PC to the Machine is Programm error = for Update errase memory!!! Get Machine memory reset??? Machine reset??? Help please..... Sat, 10 Jul 2010 20:32:19 MDT http://localhost:8080/chatroom/mvnforum/viewthread?thread=8988 hi,i'm really new to machine embroidery,enforced on me by arthritic hands,my husband just kindly bought me a secondhand machine from ebay,the pfaff smart 300e.when it turned up the 3d embroidery info disc is cracked,completely unloadable or readable to copy even ,as a result of this the machine is completely unusable.i have the product license code but when i contacted pfaff they said they could o... Sat, 10 Jul 2010 10:06:24 MDT http://localhost:8080/chatroom/mvnforum/viewthread?thread=8986 Hi all I have not long ago got my pfaff 1471 out of storage and my daughter came around to get me to blind hem some pants. I plugged the machine in and flashing on the screen is "battery" and then "pile" what does this mean??? The lights on the programme screen seem to be working as I can read this error but I cant change any when I try to change stitch sizes or stitches to... Sat, 10 Jul 2010 00:20:25 MDT http://localhost:8080/chatroom/mvnforum/viewthread?thread=8984 I've recently switched to a new laptop with only USB ports. I tried connecting to the USB with a Serial-USB connector and I can't get my 7570 to connect using PCD-Win. HELP. I'm not having any trouble using PCD-WIN on this machine, only connecting to the 7570. Tue, 6 Jul 2010 21:16:45 MDT http://localhost:8080/chatroom/mvnforum/viewthread?thread=8985 I've had three Pfaff machines, first a 1475 (which I should have kept), then traded up to a 2170, only to find a few months later that the CV was coming out, so I asked my dealer to take the 2170 back and buy up to the CV, which she did. I really wanted a machine that would take me into the future for many years to come without something being discontinued right away. So I ended up with her firs... Mon, 5 Jul 2010 15:14:43 MDT http://localhost:8080/chatroom/mvnforum/viewthread?thread=8963 Hi, I've tried every "recipe" for stitches on my 1212, but I can't get the hemming stitch (triangle up-then-triangle down) to stitch out. I'm getting about half of it where I get something like a blanket stitch, but the perpendicular stitch is at an angle __/__/__/__/ Thanks, Robert Sat, 3 Jul 2010 06:09:12 MDT http://localhost:8080/chatroom/mvnforum/viewthread?thread=8983 Hello to all, I am new to this site and would like to know if anyone can tell me what other (brands) sewing feet are compatable with the pfaff 1222. In particular I am looking for a round (not oval) darning/quilting foot that may fit my pfaff 1222. I would like to use it to do echo quilting. Thanks Shazz Sat, 3 Jul 2010 01:25:58 MDT http://localhost:8080/chatroom/mvnforum/viewthread?thread=8982 VERY new to sewing and got a Pfaff Varimatic 6085. I'm trying to figure out if I can change the needle position to the left or the right. I thought I had it but the far left/right positions I did find were for zigzag stitching. I need to change positions to the left/right...but...in a STRAIGHT STITCH.[:((] Anyone? Fri, 2 Jul 2010 14:01:52 MDT http://localhost:8080/chatroom/mvnforum/viewthread?thread=8981 Does anybody remember the name or phone number of a company out East somewhere (I thought it was Delaware or Maryland) that happened to be a drapery supplier? I thought it started with an "R" but am not sure. I need some supplies for making some Roman shades but can't find the stuff locally. Thanks all! Wed, 30 Jun 2010 20:19:29 MDT http://localhost:8080/chatroom/mvnforum/viewthread?thread=8980 Hi, all, I need this pc software but am willing to trade my Mac floppy disc or purchase from you. I just would like to see what this "baby" can do.[:)] Karen