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Good starter sewing machine? by Karsten's Rage
My wife has a Brother VX-808 which I know nothing about. I spend more than 50% of the time futzing with the machine rather than sewing. I am sewing materials like SilNylon, Grosgrain webbing and velcro (i.e. very thin to thick to very thick). I want to learn to sew outdoor clothing and sports...
June 10th 05 03:01 PM
by Taria Go to last post
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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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January 3rd 10 08:20 AM
by Kathy Morgan Go to last post
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Bernina: Used 1530 vs new 220 by [email protected]
Hello all, This was to be a surprise for my wife, who is just getting into quilting. We had decided to get her a good tool that would last for a long time, and some local quilters convinced us that a Bernina 220 would be a good option. I guess other people had the same idea, since the dealer...
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December 23rd 07 06:33 PM
by Sandy Go to last post
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Req help to find fabric by SandeeK
Appreciate any help to find fabric with " vintage baseball" look and drape. I have googled for hours with variety of fabric descriptions such as red pin stripe, baseball, vintage, red stripe, etc. Orig uniforms worn by adults in 1900's were heavy cotton wool, don't need to match the original...
August 12th 09 02:50 AM
by dbodony Go to last post
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Bernina deco 650 by [email protected]
Just retired most of my shirts and sweats are embroidered with my name and since being irish wanted shamrock purchased bernina deco 650 artisia A 1005 embroidary card didn't know it doesn't fit deco 650 . Does anyone out there know where I can purchase one since getting pretty good with name any...
February 22nd 15 11:42 PM
by BEI Design[_3_] Go to last post
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I need a seamstress near Indianapolis who is proficient on Serger for swimwear by Karen[_10_]
I am starting a new business for swimwear. I have been unable to find a seamstress who can create the stitch, product I need. I need someone who can create the pattern and take orders for the product as needed. --
December 11th 15 08:40 AM
by [email protected] Go to last post
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Change a Knee lever Kenmore? by [email protected]
Did it myself...just unplugged the knee lever assembly and plugged in the wire harness with foot pedal
May 12th 16 11:24 PM
by [email protected] Go to last post
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turning tubes by S
Is there an easy way to turn a self-fabric cord? It always seems to take me ages and I end up with sore fingers from picking and pulling. S.
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June 11th 05 02:32 PM
by Homestead Store and More Go to last post
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sewing garment seams with a serger by Ann Pillman
Hi everyone, I just acquired a serger... and I'm not sure how to get the correct seam allowence (5/8") when sewing garments. What I've been doing for the current project is to sew the actual 5/8" seam on my regular sewing machine and then finish the seam with the serger. Is that what everyone else...
March 31st 04 09:07 AM
by Kate Dicey Go to last post
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Advice re Sewing Machine by CindiA
Hello -- I've been lurking awhile, this is my first post. I need to buy an inexpensive, simple, lightweight sewing machine to carry to quilting classes. I presently have an old Singer which works okay but weighs a ton-and-a-half, it's a killer to schlep around. I've seen several inexpensive...
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May 22nd 12 05:54 AM
by Optiltelehalt Go to last post
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Ironing board material by jtsnow
Im making a large ironing surface (6'x2') to iron quilts on. What fabric/material should I use and where can I buy material premade specifically for iron boards or appropriate to use for an ironing board? Any tips appreciated Thank you!
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December 8th 04 02:03 AM
by Arri London Go to last post
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Arts and Crafts Style Window Treatments by MAK
Hello, As a new member of this group, I'm looking forward to the threads here. We have our master bedroom decorated in Mission Oak and are looking to add some window treatments. Our primary considerations are light (only 2 windows, but they both face East - not *our* idea!), style (want to stay as...
April 16th 04 11:57 PM
by J. Clarke Go to last post
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African American Counted Cross Stitch by [email protected]
On Monday, June 30, 1997 at 3:00:00 AM UTC-4, DJackson wrote: I was hoping that someone could help me by suggesting where I could find cross stitch patterns of African American people. I know that I could always change the skin color of other cross stitch patterns, but that still does...
January 2nd 16 03:57 AM
by [email protected] Go to last post
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sewing cheesecloth? by enigma
can it be done? perhaps with a wash-out or tear away stabilizer? if not, what is the most likely way to attach the 36" widths to make wider fabric (this is for creating a ghost. i need to make a robe & cape with hood)? also, sewing cheesecloth to premade sweatshirt & pants... hand sew or machine?...
November 2nd 04 03:03 AM
by Andy Dingley Go to last post
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Ruched Sash--How to make? by Taloola
I am making sashes for bride's maids in my daughter's wedding. She has seen a picture of a "Ruched Sash" and would like that style. It looks like it has small pleats or tucks but I am not sure how you would do this. The description says that the sash is 4.5" wide. I have a lot of sewing...
February 15th 05 01:34 AM
by Kate Dicey Go to last post
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Elastic insert on jeans by SML
Has anyone slit down a jean's waistband and inserted an elastic panel to enlarge the waist? It ends up as a v-shaped insert and makes the waist more comfortable. I've seen the finished product but don't know how to make it look good.
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January 17th 04 05:35 PM
by Joy Stafford-Evans Go to last post
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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...
May 23rd 10 04:58 PM
by Olwyn.Mary Go to last post
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Kenmore Monogrammer by Tom Farrell
So, I got a Kenmore Monogrammer. Singer monogrammers for vertical needle machines seem to be about as common as a month of mondays, and kenmore monogrammers crop up all the time, so I figured I'd get one and see if I could use it. I can't. Basically, the device is made for a machine with a...
November 2nd 04 03:27 PM
by CarolTeo Go to last post
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Sewing Room Accessories by Ward
Hi, I need some help with ideas for my sewing room, specifically, bookends. I'm in the process of converting my basement into a sewing room. The shelves will be going up this week and I need at least 3 sets of bookends. Naturally I want the bookends to be sewing related. Did a "google"...
September 1st 04 01:01 PM
by Ward Go to last post
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Omnistitch owners by deatbird2
We are inviting anyone who has an Omnistitch Embellishment machine to join Omnistitch at yahoo groups. We are trying to get some resources together to bring back interest in this unique machine. Thank you, Debi
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June 26th 12 01:19 AM
by Optiltelehalt Go to last post
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