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sleeves! by wad
I'm making a top and the sleeve seems to be too big for the arm hole - and they've gathered - how can this be fixed! Thanks nada
January 13th 04 12:00 PM
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January 13th 04 10:43 AM
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What is a sloper? by Sami
That's it!
January 13th 04 04:59 AM
by Mainiac Rose Go to last post
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sizing machine embroidery? by star8
I am learning to use a Simplicity Embroidery machine (Brother equiv), a very basic beginner machine. I recently purchased a disk of designs which i successfully converted to PES format using my amazing box, and want to know if it is possible to resize the designs as they were originally received...
January 12th 04 09:16 PM
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sweatshirt material by azalea
does anyone know what the proper name for "sweatshirt shirt" material is? is this a specialty material or do you think i'd be able to find it at any fabric store? thanks a bunch :)
January 12th 04 06:14 PM
by Karen Latus Go to last post
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Has anyone made this project from this simplicity pattern? by ferret_lover
Hi everyone. I'm not really new here, but I dont post a lot. I'm more of a lurker. I'm learning to sew and trying to get some insight on some of the things about this sewing stuff. I recently purchased a Simplicity Pattern # 9004. It is pet crafts-making a "tent" bed, a "fish" bed, and a little...
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January 12th 04 01:41 PM
by the other one Go to last post
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Sewing For Dummies by Jerry Ingerski
Please tell me if there is a machine to do just plain straight stiches for doing dungarees and pants and adding patches. I am a "single Dad" with growing kids who need hemming all the time. My own jeans too. I have an old Singer machine but it does not seem strong enough to go through the tough...
January 11th 04 07:17 PM
by Sew-Sew Lady Go to last post
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.jpg converted to embroidery? by Terry
How does one take either a photo or a simple drawing in jpg format and convert it to a format readable by electronic embroidery sewing machines - Janome, Brother, etc. Has anyone written a simple computer program that will make the conversion? Terry
January 11th 04 07:01 PM
by Terry Go to last post
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OT _ Attn Cea by TerriLee In WA
I tried to email you, and my email was returned. It said your mail box is full?! I'll try again on Saturday, OK? -- TerriLee in WA (state) USA
January 11th 04 01:00 AM
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1940s and back patterns of all times by Dru
I am looking for sewing, crochet, knitting and all other kinds of patterns for clothing and common details of the time. ie: bra pattern from the 1920, WWII patterns; Clothes, Snoods, toys, coats, how to make your own fabric and more. I have an interest of anything including shoes ( shoe...
January 11th 04 12:31 AM
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Cutting satin; Or: Crime Delayed by [email protected]
Crime scene: Muslin-covered cutting table, Cea's sewing room. Victim: (soon to be cadaver, if she keeps cutting at the same rate): One length of expensive, slithery satin, destined to back a rather nice fake fur sofa throw. Simple slash-and-sew project. Transgression: First attack on fabric, an...
January 11th 04 12:01 AM
by Pogonip Go to last post
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Do I Want A Serger? by QuilterD
DH almost got me a serger for Christmas, but I'm not sure if I want one. I don't sew clothes anymore since my daughter is grown and do mostly quilts and home decorating type projects. I'm really not familiar at all with what a serger can do (other than seams for knits) and would appreciate your...
January 10th 04 07:53 PM
by Sally Holmes Go to last post
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Featherweight and treadle sewing machines by Dru
I am looking for a featherweight sewing machine in any kind of shape. I'd like to find one locally ( MILWAUKIE, OREGON -- USA. Also Treadle sewing machines But I'll consider machines from other locations. Dru
January 10th 04 03:13 AM
by Dru Go to last post
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1940s and back patterns of all times by Dru
I am looking for sewing, crochet, knitting and all other kinds of patterns for clothing and common details of the time. ie: bra pattern from the 1920, WWII patterns; Clothes, Snoods, toys, coats, how to make your own fabric and more. I have an interest of anything including shoes ( shoe...
January 10th 04 03:13 AM
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ebay: RA Men's tailoring book by Clarence Poulin by
I am auctioning (ebay) a copy of that rare men's tailoring and drafting book by Clarence Poulin-- Tailoring Suits the Professional Way...***exquisitedly rare***, you may not have heard of it before but I read somewhere that a Threads article listed it's value at $5,000!! (ouch). My reserve is...
January 10th 04 02:29 AM
by Andy Dingley Go to last post
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Blanket hem stitch??? by Claude Davis
My wife loves to make make blankets from heavy fleece material. She stitches around all four sides with yarn for a border. In doing this, she pulls the entire 50 feet or so of yarn thru the first stitch, then thru 2nd, etc. I'm positive there must be some method of hand stitching a border...
January 9th 04 04:54 AM
by joy beeson Go to last post
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I think I am nuts . . . by Sami
I just went through my stash, which is very little really, and am rather amused by all the mish-mash that is in it. I have silk and lovely cottons, and some fabric I bought and never used for a quilt. Now looking at it - some of it years after buying it - and I realize I am very much the magpie...
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January 9th 04 04:16 AM
by [email protected] Go to last post
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Favorite Serger stitch Survey by shereesews
1. What is your favorite serger "stitch", serger "feature" and/or serger "foot", and how have you been using this? 2. How long did it take for you to get comfortable with using your serger? 3. Have you taken a class on how-to use your serger? Or have you taught yourself how to use your...
January 8th 04 11:36 PM
by melinda Go to last post
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Difference between overlocks and coverstich? by unbroken
I'm considering investing in a serger. And while searching for one I had to choose wether I wanted a overlock or coverstitch. Can someone tell me the difference? Thanks. Isabella
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January 8th 04 06:51 PM
by Kate Dicey Go to last post
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Advice please about cotton terry or velour by [email protected]
i'm trying to find that REALLY plush, thick, heavyweight turkish cotton--the same kind they make those great fancy-hotel robes with... i've tried searching the net and the specialty fabric stores nearby but no luck... anyone have anywhere else i can look? thanks
January 8th 04 09:59 AM
by Kyla Go to last post
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