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author, author!! by
Valkyrie
A while back one of our threads forked off to favorite books. I can't
remember which newsgroup it was in so I'm cross posting to cover all bases.
Somebody mentioned an author who was solving mysteries while dragging her
sewing machines around with her, or something like that. I actually did
write...
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long underwear question by
Tom and Nancy Teigen
My DD (age 14) is in marching band here in northern Texas. Her band
is going to march in the St. Patrick's Day parade in Chicago this
year. They have suggested the kids buy long underwear to wear under
their uniforms for warmth. She could also use some extra warmth for
some of the chilly nights...
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January 20th 05 09:23 PM
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How many sewing machines?/What do you think of vintage necchi? by
FashionDesign 2004
I am new to this list...and am studying fashion design...I just wanted
to say that I am surprised to find so many other people who collect
machines...I have 50 at least in cabinets...including singers, pfaff,
domestic, white, necchi (my favorite), many others....I also have tons
of portables.....I...
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Thread Help by
JWirth4702
I am looking for Lilly Brand Nylon thread size A on 400 yrd spool - ANY COLOR
Also
Is there a machine that spools thread? I would be interested in biying cones of
thread and sppoling myself.
Jay Wirth
Renaissance Ink
1613 Rita Rd
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Need Purple Silk Flags by
[email protected]
I need two or three dozen purple flags similar in size and color to
what is decpited in these pictures:
http://www.amberell.com/lpoolsanta/pmandpw.jpg
http://www.amberell.com/regent/DSCF0558.jpg
Could someone advise me of the the most economical material and pattern
to use for the flag? I am told...
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Sewing a silk garment. by
[email protected]
I'm sorry if these sound like dumb questions but I'm an old man. :-)
What kind of thread should I use to sew buttons on a silk shirt?
What kind of thread should I use to hem up silk pajama legs with a
sewing machine?
Your help will be appreciated.
Lewis.
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January 16th 05 10:59 PM
by Gobzo
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wow, It looks like it's been four years since I was on this group! HI!!! by
Kitty
oops, not sure how to use the google format, appearently.
Anyway, I remember kate and some others from then, but since I can no
longer recieve newsgroups, I haven't been to active here. I used to
be Kitty in Somerset, PA.
I hope to find all the regulars still here, I have missed you all a
lot. ...
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FREE by
[email protected]
Hey...
Kinda off topic, but just FYI to everyone in this group:
TO ANYONE THAT DOES NOT HAVE A HEADSET FOR THEIR CELL PHONE
Free-Headset.org is a nationwide wireless phone safety program that
provides cell phone users with a free handsfree headset to promote safe
driving.
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Need a Rolling Case by
Triesha
Hi all ~
My Mom is in search of a nice, rolling sewing machine case large enough
to hold her Bernette. Any good sites?
Thanks and Happy New Year!
Triesha
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January 15th 05 06:13 AM
by SCJohn
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men's sock garters by
needlened
We need to make some for a local production but need help finding a
pattern so we don't goof up and a place to inexpensively buy the
supplies like those little hooks, hopefully at a fair price. THe rare
place I have seen the finished product they would be mych too expensive
to buy alrerady...
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Good fabric stores in NYC or Philly? by
Kraig Hausmann
Can anyone recommend to me some good fabric stores in NYC or Philly? I am
looking for middle quality to high quality fabrics, especially for costumes.
I prefer non-synthetic.
Thanks!
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January 14th 05 08:03 AM
by Kitty
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Help with Fabric choice... by
[email protected]
This seems like it should be simple.. here's the problem: when I carry
my golf bag, as I walk the bag rests against my lwer back and hip;
after just several days enormous wearing of my pants occurs, even
wearing holes. I would like to attach something to the bag that will
be soft enough not to...
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January 14th 05 05:41 AM
by Kitty
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Ad Hoc Sewing Tools by
joy beeson
(We've had this thread before, but I wasn't organized.)
We all have indispensable sewing tools that the makers never
intended for sewing. Here's some of mine:
Draftsman's tools, particularly a very large 45-degree
triangle
A transparent plastic word-processing ruler
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What is the definition for the depth of a pant? by
Feverish
The depth of the hip portion, or the length from the waist to the top of the
inseam.
Usually the pants never have this written on the size plate. I am too slim
and legs
and butt are much longer compare to upper body...
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sewing box - HELP! by
Valkyrie
I am putting together some sewing boxes for a few of the 20-30 somethings on
my list. It seems there's always talk among my sons group that finding a
needle to sew on a button or make a quick fix is a problem. I have some of
those little metal lunch boxes and I'm going to put the stuff in those....
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Leather Stressing by
[email protected]
Hello,
Looking for someone who knows how to Stress leather to make
it look older and worn, or a company that might do this.
Any help at all would be most appreciated.
Thanks in advance,,,,,,,,,,,Jesse
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men's shirt armscye alteration for very tall by
aeacsharp
Looking for general advice on sizing up Kwik Sew 3250
(http://www.kwiksew.com/Patterns/P3238_3257/3250.cfm) men's shirt for
man with 54 inch chest and overall height of 6 ft. 8 in. This person
will not be available for fittings, but seems to be of fairly normal
proportions. Where I'm having...
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fabric scraps for charity by
Dawn
All,
I have a pile of cotton and cotton blend fabrics suitable for quilting
or small crafts projects that I would be willing to send to someone for
the cost of postage. These are leftovers from my own projects and the
reality is that I will never use it for anything else. All clean,
smoke-free,...
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January 10th 05 05:23 PM
by Dawn
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Looking for a rolling case for a Bernette by
Triesha
Hi ~
My Mom received a nice rolling cart for her Bernette this Christmas,
but unfortunately it doesn't fit! I've been trying to find sources of
rolling carts for sewing machines and haven't found much. She
preferably needs a top loading cart. Thanks for any assistance!
Best Regards
Triesha
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January 10th 05 03:09 PM
by taria
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