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Boston area sewing get-togethers, and sewing for charity by [email protected]
Hi folks, Some of you who have been around for a while may recall the Boston area sewing "crawls" I used to throw, at which we'd get together at a fabric store, proceed to a nearby restaurant for a social lunch, and then shop our way through other local fabric stores. Lately, I've been feeling...
March 4th 05 02:12 AM
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Designers Wanted by Dyan
Hello everyone, We are looking for CRAFT designers. Sewing, quilting or other soft fabric crafts. Please state the type of craft products that you design. If you are interested in having your works published and would like more information, please email
March 3rd 05 07:47 PM
by Lazygirl Go to last post
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to copy an interesting sleeve treatment by Marilyn
I make a fair amount of the clothes my girls wear. I try to look at what is popular, sort out what I like and think is appropriate and do similar things with the clothes I make for them. I bought a ready wear shirt for my daughter this weekend by Ecko Red. I would like to copy the technique they...
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Buying a First Sewing Machine by [email protected]
I've been reading with interest your members' posts regarding favorite sewing machines and have some questions. I have read good things about the Janome 4623 LE Plus and the Huskystar 224 (which my dealer sells) and wonder how they compare???? I am interested in sewing items for my house -...
March 1st 05 02:45 PM
by Volfie Go to last post
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Sewing machines and table hockey by Arri London
The cats like to play table hockey after we've gone to bed. This seems to consist of chasing each other over the dining room table! Anything on the table gets knocked out of the way. Don't know how they score points though LOL Left the Pfaff on said table last night...It was on its back...
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March 1st 05 02:04 PM
by Karen Maslowski Go to last post
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interesting sleeve treatment by Marilyn
I make a fair amount of the clothes my girls wear. I try to look at what is popular, sort out what I like and think is appropriate and do similar things with the clothes I make for them. I bought a ready wear shirt for my daughter this weekend by Ecko Red. I would like to copy the technique they...
March 1st 05 08:39 AM
by BEI Design Go to last post
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Dance background by SandeeK
Appreciate any how to info to create an inexpensive fabric wall and floor look in one piece about 9 ft tall on the wall coming out about 6-8 ft on the floor then 30 ft wide for dance skit - youngsters of 6 - 8 years. Would like suggestions on what type of fabric (must roll and fit in my car) would...
March 1st 05 04:05 AM
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Need info on buying sewing machine by Marianne Teubner
I have an embroidery sewing machine, but it is too big and heavy to take to classes, so I am thinking about getting another machine that I could use for this purpose. I don't want to spend too much, but I also want a machine that will last and give me some decorative stitches. My husband and I are...
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hi ladies my introduction by crinolinelady
hi im pip and i am a dress designer and specialise in historic and ultra modern crinoline dresses of both the traditional kind and mordern inflatable crinoline dresses which are all based on the 1850s .60s dressesand have several groups involved in crinolines myself, if i can offer help or advice...
February 27th 05 11:50 AM
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Online Coupons. Sew Machine Blue Book by [email protected]
A while back, a poster asked about TSWLTH coupons. I was exploring, and chanced on this: http://toptenmedia.homestead.com/sewing.html Put this is favs, and you won't have to depend on chance encounters for obtaining coupons. The discount I found was not a printable cp; rather, it was a code. You...
February 25th 05 11:40 PM
by Pogonip Go to last post
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wanting books, etc on sewing by houdur1515
I am teaching myself all the techniques of sewing. I would appreciate any and all advice from all of you, and if you know of any books, videos, etc that I can get from you. Thanks...Kenneth
February 25th 05 04:18 PM
by houdur1515 Go to last post
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messenger bag patterns? by BETKGHAR
does anyone know where i can obtain a good pattern for a messenger bag? i need one about the size of a laptop and i'm thinking about using curdaroy. Thanks 3Bekah
February 25th 05 01:41 PM
by Andy Dingley Go to last post
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Wedding software by futa
Wedding...
February 25th 05 06:30 AM
by futa Go to last post
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floral pin by bheider
Have been seeing so many of these floral lapel pins lately at very high prices. Wondering if someone here has ideas for making them -- can't be sure about the fabrics they are using -- perhaps starched cotton but how do they get the petal effect -- hot iron?? Would love some ideas. ...
February 24th 05 10:52 PM
by bheider Go to last post
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net skirt by Liz Cork
How many layers do you all recommend for a floor length skirt made from black net, probably semi-circular to give some fullness at the hemm, but not too puffy. will 3 be enough, or4 or maybe even 5? thanks Liz
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Fiddler on the Roof Tallit tizzits by Cynthia Spilsted
Nana: My browser dropped your reply posts so cannot post back to your original answer - but I have another question! The 163 tizzit knots: is that 163 in total or 163 on each end of the Tallit? I will be explaining the meaning behind the shawl, the knots and the 'strings' on each corner to the...
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February 24th 05 10:52 AM
by Pogonip Go to last post
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HELP!!! I'm shopping for a new sewing mahcine and I'm very confused by catou
Hey all, I was hoping that someone could be of assistance. I am looking at purchasing a sewing machine in the next month (that is if I can make up my mind). I have narrowed it down, unless I get better suggestions to the Janome 6125, the Janome DE3050 or a used Pfaff (1472 Anniversary addition)....
February 24th 05 10:48 AM
by Pogonip Go to last post
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Sedona, Arizona Sewing Shops by Marianne Teubner
Are there any sewing machine shops near Sedona, Arizona? My search has only come up with Phoenix shops. I am especially interested in a Brother dealer? Thanks. Marianne T
February 22nd 05 07:34 PM
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Making my own silk boxers by [email protected]
I'm interested in trying to make myself some SILK boxers. The searches I have tried on this topic haven't told me if I need 'special' needles (my machine is an older STYLIST model 416), if 'polyester' thread will work and whether I need to use a specific type of stitch. My only real sewing...
February 22nd 05 11:10 AM
by Circe Go to last post
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Janome 423S - average price? by [email protected]
hello! I am a sewing beginner, and I'm in the market for a sewing machine. today a salesman offered to give me the janome 423s for $250. when I looked online to see if this was a good deal, I couldn't find one US site with a price for it (most were UK or canadian). I was wondering if any of you...
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