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I'll bet you've not heard this sewing machine problem before by
Micki
I bought a used Babylock sewing machine (not a serger) at a yard sale for $40. The yard sale was at a storage unit that had been abandoned and the property owner was selling off the contents. It looked okay, the owner let me plug it in and use it long enough to determine that it was working. I took...
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December 8th 10 05:20 AM
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SEWING LEATHER questions by
NordieDiva
Hello everyone!
I have searched this forum for leather related threads, but didn't find anything...if anyone knows where I might find it here, please let me know.
I am searching any info about leather, tools and accessories here. I have worked with all kinds of fabrics before, but now want to try...
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Empisal Pacesetter sewing machine manual by
Peter Jenkins
Anyone have one of these machines (and have the instruction manual for
it) or know where I can get one at a reasonable price. The machine is
similar to a Brother, in fact there might be a Brother manual which
will be suitable. There is an Empisal one obtainable online but they
want US $42 for it...
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New Crafter's Center by
red46[_2_]
The new Crafter's Center, an extension to Crafter's Corner, found at
http://judysbookshop.com/center/
is intended strictly for crafter's of all media to build their own
online blogging shops. It includes 'eShop' a program to help you with
your sales.
There is also a help file at...
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A quick gift idea. by
John
Here is a scarf I made today from some fabric I have on hand and am
using for a series of quilts for wounded Veterans. I power pieced the
cut strips into the needed combinations for a 9 patch pattern and then
assembled the whole thing using some Harriet Hargrave 100% wool
batting cutoffs that I...
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April 9th 10 03:36 PM
by mirjam
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Fabric stores in New York City by
Alison[_2_]
Hi fellow stitchers,
I know this question has been asked in the past but stores come and
go
so I'd like up-to-date info.
I'm going to NYC the week after Easter and would like to browse/shop
at some quality fabric stores. Designer off-cuts and ends of line,
plus choice of fabrics similar to...
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making patterns by
nelson
years ago i bought a book, about making patterns from clothes you
like, cant remember the name of it right now. but, if you already have
sewing knowledge so that you know what has to be cut on the bias,
straight grain, etc..you can pretty much lay out your pants, top,
whatever, get the sections as...
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Hand-rolled hem ... I'm lost as to exact process. by
Craftsy
On Mon, 22 Mar 2010 23:02:04 -0500, "Polly Esther"
wrote:
Well, then. Carry on. But - may I recommend a 'forever' file. I keep a
clear plastic shoebox with a label that says 'trials'. Shoeboxes really
don't take up much space and this one has been such a joy for...
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What would you do to embellish a handbag, to give it a more designer look? by
Videophile
I guess I'm having trouble with this one because I'd actually like to
make a small duffel bag but I don't want it to look ordinary. I'd
like to give it more designer look, if such a thing is possible, but
without the frills and furbelows either that one might be able to put
on a handbag. Just...
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Results of those Long, Cold February Days. by
John
I have been waiting for spring to arrive here in the Midwest, and I
made myself a large sketching board to take out into the woods and
sketch pastoral views. I needed a larger carry bag to handle the
board, sketch pad, pencils and all the other impedimenta that goes
along with such endeavors. Here...
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March 3rd 10 12:51 PM
by John
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Hello, again by
Steve B
Been away a while. Have been trying to get my Singer 111W155 working. The
thread gobs up on the underside of the fabric. One local poster said she
had a chip out of her bobbin holder, and it caused gobbing. I'm going to
take the bobbin holder out tomorrow and check it all over. It looks...
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February 25th 10 03:36 PM
by Steve B
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Atlanta Thread maxi-lock thread sale by
John
Atlanta thread Co. sent me an e-mail about having a Serger thread
sale. $1.58 per cone for maxi-lock. going on till sunday. No
affiliation, just a satisfied customer.
John
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February 23rd 10 09:05 PM
by John
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All those aprons by
mirjam
i have 4 aprons and a friend saw me wearing one , thus she brought me
2 more ,,, my `older ` aprons used to be skirts , now the 2 new aprons
have a very pretty pattern , exactly a cushion size ,, so i made the
new aprons into 2 cushions ,,,
mirjam
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February 23rd 10 08:38 PM
by mirjam
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OT; Sewing Room Art by
John
I have been searching for an gender appropriate piece of sewing
related art, that I could hang in my sewing room. Not surprisingly,
most of what I have found has women represented in the various tasks
related to sewing. Not many men are shown doing sewing things. I came
across this piece of...
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February 9th 10 04:47 PM
by John
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Yes Sir, Yes Sir, Three Bags Full. by
John
Here is a picture of three grocery bags that I made for a charity fund
raiser for my wife's favorite charity. They are made out of a whole
bunch of diagonal 2 color squares that I have left over from another
series of projects. I put a pocket in the middle of the front between
the straps, to use up...
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new sewing machine for newbie.. help! by
cj
Hi, I'm new to this group. I know buying sewing machines is a very personal
thing, but I'm going to ask anyhow :-)
I'm looking to buy a sewing machine for my wife. New to sewing, and only
really needed for repairs and little projects here and there, for the
forseeable near future.
One of the...
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February 6th 10 12:52 AM
by Maeve
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fabric for quickest hang drying? by
[email protected]
i do a LOT of travel. In Asia, where bespoke tailoring is affordable.
i usually end up handwashing in the hotel room because it's the only
way to get garments turned around in less than 24 hours.
i have perfected the art of quick washing in a hotel room.
the bottleneck now is, how long it takes...
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Seeking a sewing mentor in West Hills/Canoga Park area by
Jeffery Sargent
Heyo - just started learning to sew - made elf hats for my sisters at
christmas - but wanting some more indepth skills: pleats, darts,
collars, finishing touches, et al. Anyone got some free time and room
to accomodate a big dumb guy? I'm between contracts at the moment, so
I couldn't pay, though I...
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Names of the thin light costume fabrics ? by
robb
hello,
Could someone enlighten me as to the name of (or link to ) those
thin lightweight fabrics used in the ready made costumes. Thats
the cheapy thin stuff . I am mostly interested in the lightweight
qualities.
For the kids i wanted to use something lighter and more
breathable than the local...
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