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I know what you are thinking. Maybe new fancy shoes, a new sewing machine or a big stack of fabric. But you would be wrong. Our definition of a good gift does change over time. There was a time when jewelry was the only answer to "What is a great gift that will make the angels sing Hallelujah?" But the new great gift I just bought for myself is a new washing machine.  But this isn't a washing machine for doing laundry. Angels don't sing over a laundry washing machine.  Angels are singing because I now have a washing machine in the dye studio! Surely you can hear them. It's a beautiful sound and a beautiful sight. Let me tell you, it's very difficult to find a washing machine that lets you control the water level. The one I got is this GE-Made-In-The-USA-model. It has some weird feature that doesn't let you soak as long as I will need so I'll unplug it when I need to do an overnight soak (every week). These appliances that think they know what I need better than I do are supremely annoying. But I should be able to trick this one into doing anything I want. Glorious, isn't it?  Since I had to run power and water for the washer I also added an outlet on the front wall so I could move my fridge and microwave (for making soap). The basement is a little spare in outlets and I previously had 4 things sharing outlet space. Now everything can stay plugged in. I don't think my life could get any better.  It's not a pretty space but it is very functional and I can't wait to start dyeing some new things today.
Tina in NJ
10/17/2018 02:09:06 pm
Congrats on your new washing machine! May I suggest that you get a heavy-duty surge suppressor, or maybe rig up some sort of interrupt switch between the machine and the outlet? That way, you would just have to switch the thing off, instead of unplugging it. Outlets for washing machines are rarely in a convenient spot. My granmother’s apartment had an outlet controlled by a wall switch. It took her forever to figure out why the clock she’d plugged into that outlet couldn’t keep time!
Donaleen Kohn
10/17/2018 03:55:58 pm
I know what you mean about appliances and other things that have their own ideas. I am always have to work around what they think I should do.
Cheryl J Kotecki
10/17/2018 04:41:18 pm
Who says that space isn't pretty?? It's totally organized, and all kinds of magic with color and fabric happens around there. And surely, there's a mosaic wall or two not far away.....
Kathleen McCormick
10/17/2018 11:19:58 pm
I hate the new washers for that reason. I am fortunate to have access to both. It’s great to know what makes our song is different at different times! Good luck with it.
patty
10/18/2018 07:45:08 am
I am glad you found a machine that is nearly what you needed. I am surprised that you can dye as much fabric as you do in such a small area. Obviously you are super organized! 10/18/2018 08:19:59 am
Newer machines are more and more difficult to "trick" into doing what we want. I am hoping my old washing machine lasts for the rest of my life. I too hate the new machines and that is why even though I didn't need a new machine last year I got a new older fashion machine - I hated that water saver - they salesman just couldn't understand why I didn't like it and when I told him what I wanted he kept trying to point out reasons I shouldn't want it!! which were the reasons I wanted it!! It is funny what makes our hearts sing at different times. Great that you could find a machine that will do what you want. I love my modern machine with all the cycles and water levels for different kinds of loads, but I sure can see why you would need something different with dyeing. Best news is it is right where you need it!
Pam
10/18/2018 01:41:09 pm
Right tool (machine) for the right job. I am amazed with all that you accomplish. You are very organized.
LJ
10/18/2018 04:39:08 pm
:) You're my kind of gal. I just love practical gifts. Please, please, just give me some new kitchen towels.
Laceflowerr
10/19/2018 10:16:46 am
Hmmm, unplugging might work for keeping the water in, turning off certainly doesn't for me. Now can I reach the plug? I get all excited when I get a new iron but a new washer without whistles would make me ecstatic. Happy for you that you got a new tool. Comments are closed.
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I'm Vicki Welsh and I've been making things as long as I can remember. I used to be a garment maker but transitioned to quilts about 20 years ago. Currently I'm into fabric dyeing, quilting, Zentangle, fabric postcards, fused glass and mosaic. I document my adventures here. Categories
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