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My family lived in Chile from 1972 to 1975. My parents purchased a substantial amount of artwork while living there. I cannot identify the artist of this work:

https://preview.redd.it/ftlzh9taatke1.jpg?width=3024&format=pjpg&auto=webp&s=8a27330bc77982197d2f805996311fb226ad9943

I want to use my Cricut to cut fabric for quilting. Basically cut squares at first. Is there a way to make a grid in Cricut Design Space so that each grid line is a cut line? Seems easier & more frugal than cutting squares next to each other leaving 1/4" or so of fabric in between.

Anyone know anything about Gemini? Review? Recommend? Avoid?

I just got a machine and this is my first foray into machine embroidery. I'd like to be able to create, edit, and manipulate images, do wording, and monograms. I've looked at several "review sites" <eyeroll> which are more about their affiliate links than the software itself. I looked at one program that specifies it's for machines with 4"x4" and 5"x7" hoops, neither of which are compatible with my machine. Suggestions please.

Bonus question: are there any after market hoops that fit this machine? I've seen ones for Brother machines, but not Janome.

I'm trying to make a fleece throw. When I sew the 2 pieces together, my edges are ruffling or wavy. I've tried adjusting the tension, allowing the feed dogs to feed the fabric through without holding the fabric, I've tried elastic thread. Nothing seems to be working.