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Posting FAQ - or, NO ADVERTISING HERE!!!! by small change
Welcome Sewists and new posters! Here are some guidelines to posting to the sewing newsgroups. In case you are wondering where you are and how you got here, you are in a newsgroup, AKA "usenet" which is a part of the internet that has been around much much longer than the www, which it is not a...
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Budget serger by jajmd
Hi, I'm new to the group and am hoping that someone can suggest a BASIC entry level serger. This will be mostly used for crafts, and light apparel, such as costumes. Thanks!
August 2nd 05 09:06 AM
by Pogonip Go to last post
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Pillow forms? by stepdawn
Hello all, Some time ago someone on one of the sewing groups posted a link to a wonderful site that sold very economical pillow forms of all shapes and sizes. I bookmarked it, but since have had a hard drive crash and lost everything. Does anyone have a good online source for pillow forms? I...
July 31st 05 08:49 PM
by stepdawn Go to last post
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empty cards by LARS WESTERLUND
Hi I want to buy empty Husqvarna Viking d-Card Designer II. Give me an fair offer. I want many if the price is right. Best regards from L.W from Sweden
July 31st 05 08:35 PM
by LARS WESTERLUND Go to last post
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what can i use to fill a cushion? by racheld1985
im currently sewing a fish-shaped cushion and looking for a cheap way to fill it. does anyone have any ideas/possible materials? thanks, rachel
July 31st 05 06:36 AM
by Doreen Go to last post
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tape that stops fraying....what's it called? by Nick
I working with carbon fibre mat at the adges are fraying very badly. Is there a special tape around an eighth of an inch wide to stick on to stop fraying and keep it more stable? Thanks Nick
July 31st 05 02:16 AM
by Cheryl Go to last post
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Making a petticoat "full" by [email protected]
I've been trying to make one of those "full" petticoats, one that sticks out a lot, but I haven't found a pattern and the few articles I've found on the web aren't all that clear to me. I've tried experimenting, but the small pieces I've come up with look like a mess, so I'm reluctant to go out...
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July 30th 05 05:58 PM
by joy beeson Go to last post
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Harry Potter Fabric by Marianne Teubner
Does anyone know where I can find some Harry Potter fabric? Marianne T.
July 28th 05 06:02 PM
by Cynthia Spilsted Go to last post
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Mending Bed Linen by Candide
Want to tackle the huge stack of linens in my mending basket, but think "50" cotton is to strong for fine percale and linen. Is fine cotton darning thread (80) still made? Or, should I try Mettler instead? Any ideas for patches? Am thinking fine cotton muslin or hitting the thrifts for a second...
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July 28th 05 03:17 PM
by joy beeson Go to last post
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An Odd Question About Custom Fabrics by Pete Holland Jr.
Hey, everybody! I recognize this is going to seem strange, but here it goes. Just want to provide enough information so that you understand what I'm trying to do: I enjoy camp shirts (a.k.a. club shirts). Most of the ones I find in the store are too touristy, so I found a tailor who custom...
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July 28th 05 07:39 AM
by Melinda Meahan - take out TRASH to reply Go to last post
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Advise needed, teaching sewing by Jeanne Burton
On Wed, 13 Jul 2005 23:34:48 -0400, "Ward" wrote: Hello, Two ladies working with a one of my relatives would like to learn how to sew. I have been sewing since I was a little girl and would say my sewing skills are pretty good. I've made everything except a formal gown. A...
July 28th 05 04:01 AM
by Ward Go to last post
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Braide rug Directions for no sew braided rug?? Also repair help! by zwm
My Great G-ma would make braided rugs & put them together as she was braiding. Did not sew them up!! They were just braided together. Has anybody heard of this?? I would REallY like to have directions!! They lived in Iowa orginally came from CZ. Yes if I had one I could take it apart & figure it...
July 27th 05 04:12 AM
by zwm Go to last post
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MI State Fair by Joy Hardie
I just wanted to let everyone know that it isn't too late to make an entry in the Michigan State Fair........they extended the deadline - but you have to get your entry paperwork in the mail TODAY!! Then, project turn-in dates are Aug 1-3rd. This is the 100th State Fair in Detroit so special...
July 26th 05 11:22 PM
by Joy Hardie Go to last post
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New free embroidery design PLUS "step-by-step" projects! by [email protected]
Dear friends, hello! We've added a new freebie to our free designs archive. It's Grape Vine design in xs technique - very nice one, with vintage look. You may get the design he http://www.abc-cross-stitch-patterns.com/Free_Patterns/ P.S. We've also added several new embroidery...
July 26th 05 10:03 PM
by nzlstar* Go to last post
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New free embroidery design PLUS "step-by-step" projects! by [email protected]
Dear friends, hello! We've added a new freebie to our free designs archive. It's Grape Vine design in xs technique - very nice one, with vintage look. You may get the design he http://www.abc-cross-stitch-patterns.com/Free_Patterns/ P.S. We've also added several new embroidery...
July 26th 05 03:08 PM
by [email protected] Go to last post
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3 inch knit ribbing by bpeters70
Can someone recommend a site where I can order 3 inch knit ribbing to sew around the neck and arm openings on polarfleece? I looked at Joanns and Hancock Fabric but they don't carry it anymore. Thanks! BPeters
July 25th 05 02:52 AM
by Juno Go to last post
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New purse pattern by [email protected]
I have created a pattern for a handbag with a removable cover! Make the bag once, and then just change the cover. Check it out. Georgia http://thesmarthandbag.com/
July 18th 05 11:25 PM
by BEI Design Go to last post
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Instructions for boxer flies by Pam in Iowa
The only thing my boys (24,19,15) will let me sew for them these days are boxer shorts. I've got a great pattern, but I can't seem to figure out how to put the fly in correctly. I've tried and eventually get something that kind of looks like a commercial fly, but it is an ugly process! Any good...
July 18th 05 02:10 PM
by [email protected] Go to last post
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Inst Manual for New Home XL-II machine by w_boyce
Looking for an operators manual or a copy thereof. Please advise cost to zip 53511. Thanks Bill B
July 17th 05 08:27 AM
by Melinda Meahan - take out TRASH to reply Go to last post
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NX400 feed forks seized by Ron Anderson
Lack of, or improper servicing. -- Ron Anderson A1 Sewing Machine PO Box 60 Sand Lake, NY 12153 518-469-5133 http://www.a1sewingmachine.com
July 15th 05 10:27 PM
by Kate Dicey Go to last post
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