Kueser Posted July 24, 2010 Report Share Posted July 24, 2010 I used mine when doing a tiny feather in a 3/4 inch sashing. I needed the extra control. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
meg Posted July 24, 2010 Report Share Posted July 24, 2010 Originally posted by hmerrill Meg - I don't think it ever gets better. I have a stool but sat on the stool Jamie Wallen uses and boy I almost wish my stool would break so I could change mine! LOL Heidi - Where might I find this super-stool? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
GrandmaLKB Posted July 24, 2010 Report Share Posted July 24, 2010 Heidi...........you answered my question about the micro handles. I am thinking about buying them to use on stencils and for feathers (following a stencil). I don't do a lot of micro stippling, but hope to get into using my stencils more if I can find a way to have more control. I have a 2010 Millenium. Do different model machines require a different set of handles ? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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Quilting Heidi Posted July 25, 2010 Report Share Posted July 25, 2010 Raquel I thought I had posted this but maybe it was a different thread. Here is the link. Great deal and free shipping too. http://www.officestar-furniture-direct.com/officestar-oscst205.html Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
klwheeler Posted July 26, 2010 Report Share Posted July 26, 2010 Hi, I am also standing and don't do much micro stippling. When I did do that, I like using my regular handles. One thing I really don't need is the hydraulic lift system that came new on my Millie last May 2009. I am 5'3" tall and rarely have the need to raise the table. Might be willing to sell the lift since I have only used it to raise the machine, add wheels and rotate it around my room, then raise it and take wheels off, return them to the hardware store, because they raised the machine too high for me, and then lower the machine back onto the legs. So anyone need a hydraulic lift? The brackets fit the round legs of the Millie. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
JustSewSimple Posted July 26, 2010 Report Share Posted July 26, 2010 I actually LIKE to do the tiny stuff. Yes, it is true. And I like my micro drive handle. I said handle because I took the right one off and only use the left one. My left hand is down and right hand is up when I use them. I have lots of control that way. The stool is the key to enjoying them. I love my sadle stool. My back doesn't get tired or sore. Resting your arms and just using your hands gives you so much control. Also, I find them impossible to use without the base expander. I agree you have to ppp with them but I don't know how anyone stitches close work without them. I'd they they are a must have - they are for me. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
hollyc Posted July 26, 2010 Report Share Posted July 26, 2010 I have one and don't use it. When I tried it, it seemed like I would have to learn how to long arm all over again. It uses different muscles. Anyone want to buy one?? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
kateog Posted July 26, 2010 Report Share Posted July 26, 2010 I bought my Freedom SR used and have the Micro Drive handles. Could someone please post a photo of the handles on the machine so that I can see how they are installed. A link to a site would be OK as well. Thanks, Kate Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
moonwoman Posted July 27, 2010 Report Share Posted July 27, 2010 I LOVE my microdrive handles, took some getting used to, like anticipating the edges of the quilt so I don't bump anything. They rarely get taken off my machine. I'm left-handed also and work with the right one folded up most of the time. To me it feels like i"m drawing with the needle because it keeps my hand close to the needle. I just upgraded to a machine with "quilt glide" so the precision the handles give with quilt glide are amazing. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Myrna Ficken Posted July 28, 2010 Report Share Posted July 28, 2010 Love tiny work. The Micro Drive is also great for using when quilting around applique. The attach pretty easy with screws. As a side note, I have free shipping on order that include my 2.5 pinched square ruler. Karen, I may know someone that muight be interested in your hydraulic. Please U2U, email or call me with details. Thanks, Myrna Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
klwheeler Posted July 28, 2010 Report Share Posted July 28, 2010 Hi, I am not really interested in selling my hydraulic lift right now. I may eventually need to raise and move my long arm or decide to sit on a saddle stool and have to raise the table. Since I spent 1500 dollars on the hydraulic lift, I prefer to keep it. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
GrandmaLKB Posted July 28, 2010 Report Share Posted July 28, 2010 Do the micro handles fit all machines or are there different models for different machines? I have a 2010 Millenium and wondered if I came across a used set that someone was selling - would they fit my machine. I'd hate to buy some and then find out they don't fit. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
meg Posted July 28, 2010 Report Share Posted July 28, 2010 Originally posted by hmerrill Raquel I thought I had posted this but maybe it was a different thread. Here is the link. Great deal and free shipping too. http://www.officestar-furniture-direct.com/officestar-oscst205.html heidi - is this your stool or the one jamie has that you like so much? thanks - meg Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Quilting Heidi Posted July 29, 2010 Report Share Posted July 29, 2010 Meg this is the one Jamie uses. The seat was more comfortable than the one I got. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
GrandmaLKB Posted July 30, 2010 Report Share Posted July 30, 2010 OK............I cancelled my order for the Navigator tool..............Does anyone have a set of Hartley Micro Drive handles for sale - CHEAP??? I have a 2010 Millenium. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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