ThermaFlec here Lynn. http://www.cottonpatch.co.uk/acatalog/hessian_and_utility_fabrics.html

Lynn, Superior Threads has pre-wound bobbins in many colors. You'll have to check to see if your Bernina will be able to use the pre-wound bobbins. When I took my class at my Bernina dealer, some machines could not use them. I have an Aurora 435 and it will use them. I use the pre-wound bobbins for hand applique--it makes my projects very portable. Judy in Torrance

Can't help with the Bernina question, Lynn. But 'Whaley's' used to stock all those less usual fabrics here in the UK. Just be careful: If I remember rightly their postage is quite steep.

Lorchen

As i did so well last time, another query!! I was interested in using pre wound bobbins, which ones are suitable for a Bernina? and can use buy different colour ones?
Thanks in anticipation!!


Lynn

Wow, this is just what I love about the site, did a post, whipped up to start some sewing and whoosh! two replies!!!! Thanks so much for getting back to me, if only the sewing had gone so well! Went up to change the thread to find that the needle had broken and a birds nest underneath! started to cut it away and the two Jack Russells started to fight, broken glass and water everywhere!!!!! Anyway, someone has emailed me with info on a site that sells prequilted fabric so that is sorted. It is just the heat resistant stuff that I cannot find, I was going to buy ironing board covers and cut them up, but that will be an expensive way to do it. I looked up JoAnn's in the states as you folks mention it a lot, but although they do sell it, it is out of stock!!!! So this must be a popular project. I cannot say that they will end up cheaper than buying as took daughter shopping for supplies and she ended up with a jewellery making kit, book and tools!!!!!!! Still she did cook tea for me and very nice it was too.
Thanks again
Best wishes
Lynn in very cold UK

And I have some fabric that goes in place mats that I think you may be able to use it. Its very bumpy on one side. I have lots of it. Send me your address and I can send it.....maybe we can make a trade for the designa you have for the pot holders.

I have a bit of this fabric you are looking for and would be willing to send it to you.

Hi Folks
Have downloaded some great designs for 'in-the-hoop' projects. One is a pot holder. You need pre quilted fabric, metal faced fabric (like ironing board material) and heat proof wadding. I have searched online and can only find the w3adding, anyone seen any of the others in your travels? Would really like to buy in UK, as quicker delivery and less postage!!!
Thanks
Lynn