doodlebug Posted August 4, 2010 Report Share Posted August 4, 2010 while i played at dory's yurt, she had these little handy dandy thingies...she doesn't remember where she got them... do they look familiar and do you have an order source? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Joyce Posted August 4, 2010 Report Share Posted August 4, 2010 shannon youcan buy pipe used for in house vacuum systems and cut a chunk out an make them as long as you want, they clam on the bars and fit great. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
quiltlover03 Posted August 4, 2010 Report Share Posted August 4, 2010 My DH bought vaccum system pipes and cut them to pieces, get it at the Home Depot or some hardware stores. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
doodlebug Posted August 4, 2010 Author Report Share Posted August 4, 2010 ah ha! pipe for in house vaccum systems! thanks! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Lori Dinsmore Posted August 4, 2010 Report Share Posted August 4, 2010 looks like PVC piping for water lines and wiring...I have a box of them in the garage.(my DH is a contractor)..never thought of using them on the quilt machine....How very cleaver! Thanks! Lori Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
LibbyG Posted August 4, 2010 Report Share Posted August 4, 2010 Thanks for the idea! These are so cute. I'm stopping at Home Depot! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Sheri Butler Posted August 4, 2010 Report Share Posted August 4, 2010 Yes, these are DEFINITLY PVC pipe in the plumbing dept at lowes, Home depot, Menards. etc. Now, there is a difference between PVC and CPVC pipe. CPVC pipe is a yellowish in color, and I believe thicker than PVC. Looks like they cut it out, and then sanded it with a belt sander to smooth the edges. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
doodlebug Posted August 4, 2010 Author Report Share Posted August 4, 2010 i'm just trying to find what type PVC it is- i'll take a trip to HomieD and report back with what details i find out... yes, the edges are rounded off. i plan on doing it with the dremel i have.... Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
anita Posted August 4, 2010 Report Share Posted August 4, 2010 We weren't able to find PVC in the right size, but the local vacuum shop had in-house vacuum pipe in ~6ft lengths for less than $10. MY DH cut it with a jig saw and sanded the sharp edges. Anita Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
mrsbishwit Posted August 4, 2010 Report Share Posted August 4, 2010 I got mine through Donita Reeve's website http://www.lovetoquilt.com/ They are called "Temporary Quilt Clamps" they are listed under "Machine Accessories" I have used mine for 5 years now and love them. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
BethDurand Posted August 4, 2010 Report Share Posted August 4, 2010 You could also use the inside cardboard tube from your roll of batting. Same idea, only you already have the tubing sitting around (probably) Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
meg Posted August 4, 2010 Report Share Posted August 4, 2010 http://www.lovetoquilt.com in case you dont want to make them yourself, you can get them already made here. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
MarieBrewer Posted August 4, 2010 Report Share Posted August 4, 2010 What diameter PVC pipe do you buy? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Dave-Jane Posted August 5, 2010 Report Share Posted August 5, 2010 Check out our L.A.clips on our web-site----Thanx ---Dave B. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
delld Posted August 5, 2010 Report Share Posted August 5, 2010 I saw these on the web the other day. I've been using my old bicycle clamps and they work fine. However they do have a shape edge and have to be careful. I may have to get some too, Shannon! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
shirleyl Posted August 5, 2010 Report Share Posted August 5, 2010 I missed a spot on my quilt while quilting and didn't catch it until I was beading it. I just used the long woodworking clamps to temporarily hold my quilt. I only had to clean the up first from the sawdust and who knows what from the garage, but it worked for me in a pinch. What diameter pipe are those. So I can make some. I had to return the clamps before hubby got home!!! What he don't know, don't hurt me. Shirley Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
marycontrary Posted August 5, 2010 Report Share Posted August 5, 2010 It's definitely pvc, probably 2 1/4 or 2 1/2 inch diameter. I was just in Lowes a few days ago and I think the 5' lengths were about $3.50 and 10' for about $2.98 (yes, 10 feet was cheaper that 5 feet!). Pretty inexpensive stuff. That was for schedule 40, but your picture looks like it might be thinner walled than schedule 40. Have Dory measure the diameter of her clamps for you, and make note of the numbers on the sides. You should be able to match up some of those numbers to make sure you get the same pipe. You could also take the pictures with you and I bet a sales associate can help you find just what you need. I'm no plumbing pipe expert -- just happens my husband is rigging up a lighting system for "Twyla" and we just bought some of this pipe to build it. There should be a little pipe left over, and if it's the right diameter maybe I'll get a few clamps in the process! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
doodlebug Posted August 5, 2010 Author Report Share Posted August 5, 2010 i went to a couple of name brand chain stores...rhymes with home depot, Ace, and Lowes....i'll let you figure them out *snicker* it is NOT thin walled PVC it is -in fact- central vaccum hose. i have a supplier/installer nearby that i plan on going by tomorrow...i'll keep you updated...the clue came with how glossy and smooth the inside of it is...*shrug* but i do have one little vent *ittty bitty* why do men assume women are stupid when it comes to sterotypical 'manly' subjects? i also hate that elvis drawly "now-look-here-pretty-lady" tone too....*grr* Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
IQ'd Posted August 5, 2010 Report Share Posted August 5, 2010 Shannon, I don't often post but what you just said is so true!!!! I have really found this out since DH died and now I have to do all the "manly" things myself! It does make me mad too that men assume that females can't or don't know some of these things! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
The Crafty Unicorn Posted August 5, 2010 Report Share Posted August 5, 2010 I HATE that...I was in the "Big Orange" one time getting some plumbing pieces. I wanted to install an outside faucet. Yes, I wear the tool belt in the family. The ASS-ociate told me I needed this part and that "my husband would know how to install it"... I explained to him that my husband (whom I love dearly) doesn't know which end of a screwdriver to use as a hammer and that I would be doing the work. I later told his manager about the incident, havent seen Mr. Ass-ociate around since. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
DoryJM Posted August 5, 2010 Report Share Posted August 5, 2010 Donita's sure look like mine...except hers are gray. That probably is where I bought them from. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
doodlebug Posted August 12, 2010 Author Report Share Posted August 12, 2010 okay- follow up. i took a field trip today and stopped by my local central vaccum supplier. it is 2" central vac PVC...i got the 'dust care' pipe which is super smooth on the inside. an 8foot stick cost me $10 + tax. i plan on cutting it into 2.5" segments and use my dremel to smooth of all the sharp edges... i promised i'd tell you what i found..... Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
DoryJM Posted August 12, 2010 Report Share Posted August 12, 2010 Such a clever girl!!! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
LinneaMarie Posted August 12, 2010 Report Share Posted August 12, 2010 Love your new avatar Shannon!!! hahahaha Perfect!!:P:P (this from someone who does not have a decent photo) Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Dave-Jane Posted August 13, 2010 Report Share Posted August 13, 2010 Shannon, Be careful when cutting and using the dremel or router - the PVC dust can get into your eyes and lungs - and you will cough for days -- use eye protection and a respirator mask as Dave does when makes the clips. He does make them wider if you wish. He makes them strong enough to hold, yet not too strong so they will "pop" off if you start to roll the quilt leader too far, so it does not rip the pins loose or the quilt top. Jane Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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