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by asterixsew Moderator ( edited 19 Oct 2020 ) 19 Oct 2020

Just having a interesting conversation with my husband. He thinks that my bicycle needs new wheels and I am thinking that a magnetic frame for my new machine. Any good ideas for my reasons for my choice will be gratefully received.

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by mops Moderator 20 Oct 2020

could you suggest a new hoop and just new tyres, the wheels being good enough for a lot more miles.

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by airyfairy 20 Oct 2020

Ah, that is a bit of a problem Caroline. Your safety comes first, so I would suggest that the wheels (his idea) come first and then your hoop for a Christmas present.

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by crafter2243 Moderator 20 Oct 2020

How about asking for a early Christmas present because hooping is so hard on your hands. You are willing to wait a bit longer for the wheels on your bicycle. Good luck 😊😊😊

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by hightechgrammy 19 Oct 2020

The whole key to this is you need to make him think it's his idea. Present the problem in a way, he is the only one who can solve it. Always choose whatever makes you happier. Something for sewing - no question. Maybe you "need" both. You could sigh and say something like, "I'll guess I just have to wait for Christmas, or Mother's Day. or

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hightechgrammy by hightechgrammy 19 Oct 2020

I have to admit it, my husband spoils me rotten. I'd go for both!

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by toogie 19 Oct 2020

Now I know how you enjoy your rides, but I also know you want to get back into your embroidering....hard choice, so I’m no help. Get one now and the other for Christmas! It’s not far away

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by shirley124 19 Oct 2020

Tell him why not both. But if you have to choose go with the new hoop. Hugs

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by dailylaundry 19 Oct 2020

My opinion is - you would without a doubt use new frames more than new wheels. You could tell him, you have many friends who agree with you! Let us know!!

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by lbrow 19 Oct 2020

New Hoop by all means.

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by dragonflyer 19 Oct 2020

Well, my DH always says "If you're not happy, nobody is happy." I say you must get the new magnetic hoop...as when the wheels fall off your bicycle, you will HAVE to get new wheels....

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hightechgrammy by hightechgrammy 19 Oct 2020

I love your reasoning!

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by graceandham 19 Oct 2020

Does he want you happy in the house, or out of the house?

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hightechgrammy by hightechgrammy 19 Oct 2020

LOL!

asterixsew by asterixsew 20 Oct 2020

Both

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by 02kar Moderator 19 Oct 2020

Hmm, I know I would use a new hoop more often than new wheels. I hope you get your wish.

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