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by eggyannie 16 Nov 2013 ( edited Nov 18'13 23:25 )
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TIP

I treated my self to a set of Bi-focal glasses BUT I HAD A PROBLEM
When it came to sewing at my machine i just could not see anything,I had to keep tilting my head to get any view at all and this became a bit painful. So how to solve that problem
. This called for the thinking head to be put on.
I solved it. but now have another problem. two of our doors keep closing. WHY? because i have removed the door wedges and placed them under the rear of my sewing machine to tilt it so now i can see perfectly again and its a joy to work, as i can get close to the work as well. Good excuse now to make myself two door stops
UK members can get them cheaply from Wilsons or a pound shop.
PS. even if you do not wear Bi-focal's you will find that you will be able to see your work that much better by tilting the machine.
annie in the uk

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Comments (14)
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by jrob 16 Nov 2013
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Oh, I just love to see your ingenious posts!
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by sewjo 16 Nov 2013
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Have you thought of varifocals?
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by eggyannie 16 Nov 2013
yes but the same problem occurs as its the bottom lens and not the middle
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by 02kar 16 Nov 2013
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Good tip. Thanks for sharing
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by AuntAnnie 16 Nov 2013
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Much cheaper than my solution of purchasing a second pair of "office" glasses!!!
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by lucy1234 16 Nov 2013
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Great idea, thanks
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by shirley124 16 Nov 2013
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I found I had the same problem when I was prescribed bi-focals years ago. I took them back and said I would rather have two pairs of glasses. But I think I may have to go back to bi-focals now I am getting older. Sure will remember your solution when I do. Thanks Shirley
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by noah 16 Nov 2013
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wow Annie your thinking cap is such a blessing to you could i please borrow it??? lol just had to say that!!!your idea is great to:):) lol huggers
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by eggyannie 16 Nov 2013
hows that poor thumb now
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by dander163 16 Nov 2013
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I had to chuckle because it is cute, but I really think my mom will appreciate the idea--Thank you
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by eggyannie 17 Nov 2013
yep special Xmas gift for Mom, two door stops... gift wrapped for a woman who has everything. Dare you
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by cfidl 16 Nov 2013
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I started to giggle before I hit the next paragraph. Who knew what you would come with. Brilliant!
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by katydid 17 Nov 2013
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get a pair of single lens readers glasses for sewing at the machine. They are also helpful for the computer. Save your bifocals for everything else. I wear trifocals and now I can read the street signs when driving. A whole new level of seeing!!! Kay
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by eggyannie 18 Nov 2013
Only problem there is i would have to change them to my distance ones to see into the other room at what hubby is shouting at me to look at on the telly, then i have to search for them as i forget where i put them when i changed over I finally find them then put them on only to have hubby shout me to look at whats on telly so i have to take them off to put my distance ones back on,
Yes I could put a cord on both pairs but i would end up garotting myself as the cords get twisted around one another.Much easier to tilt the darn sewing machine
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by debi197 18 Nov 2013
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lol... i had the same problem with my glasses. My solution was to take a couple of books and place under the back of the machine to tilt it to the "right" angle for me to see.
I love the idea of door stops. Especially since they are rubber type material and wouldn't slip around.

debi
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by tonilee 18 Nov 2013
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I'm always amazed at your mind, you are a wonder, thank you for all your good ideas
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by sewdeb 18 Nov 2013
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Boy, Annie, you could write a book with all your creative ideas! Thanks so much for the tips - keep 'em coming! Hugs and *'s Deb
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by eggyannie 18 Nov 2013
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Please scroll down to the comment left by Katydid to find out the reason why i decided on bi-focal glasses in the first place as opposed to two sepperate (long and short distance) sets of specs.
annie