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Sewing

Sewing is simply the stitching and joining of pliable materials, such as cloth, various fabrics, leather, etc. using needle and thread. Sewing can be done by hand or by machines. Questions in this topic also include types of stitches, patterns, and how to do them.

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What is a sewing ham?

A sewing ham is an object that is stuffed material shaped like a Ham. It is used to shape fabric when ironing after it is sewn together. It's used on the shoulders of outfits when a crease is not wanted but a rounded shape is necessary.

What is the two major parts of lockstitch sewing machine?

the two ajor types of the lockstitch are the upper and lower parts!

What was the Helsingor Sewing Club?

They were a Nazi resistance group in Denmark. They became popular after a large scale evacuation of Jews and others running from the Nazi's that included a little under 8000 fugitives and saved ~7,3000

I need a parts list for Kenmore Sewing Machine model?

You need the number of your machine (usually on the front edge of machine on a sliver plate) and then you can check at Sears Parts (link below).

How do you sew satin binding on blanket without bunching?

There are 2 possible types of binding - bias binding and binding tape. Bias binding is basically a piece of bias-cut fabric which is folded in on both edges, binding tape looks similar to ribbon with either a Matt or satin finish (generally the Matt tapes are made from cotton and the shiny satin tapes are man-made) and can be either straight or bias-cut.

For the purpose of a blanket I'm assuming you are using the ribbon-type shiny binding. The best way to stop the binding bunching lies in good preparation

a) make sure the blanket has been cleaned first - even if it's new get it cleaned - if it's cotton wash it. The purpose of the cleaning is to make sure that the blanket is pre-shrunk as one of the causes of puckered binding is that the blanket can shrink whereas the satin binding will not.

b) measure the side of the blanket where you are going to stitch the binding, measure out a similar length of binding plus extra for 'finishing off' at either end - this 'extra' needs to be a couple of centimetres or an inch at either end (do not cut the at this stage, just mark the amount of tape needed with chalk or whatever you have that will leave a visible mark.

c) pin the binding at either end of the blanket allowing the extra to hang over the end. Make sure the binding is lying flat against the blanket - if it isn't flat adjust until it is.

d) now tack the binding onto the blanket using a thread that is clearly visible on the tape and with stitches no longer than a quarter of an inch/half a centimetre - make sure you tack both edges of the tape like this, but sufficiently far away from the edge of the tape for a machine to stitch along the tape without going over the tacking - if you machine over the tacking stitches you'll find it very difficult to remove them and may well need other equipment like a stitch ripper and tweezers.

e) now machine along each edge of the tape at a slow to medium speed - if you sew too quickly it can cause the stitches to pull.

f) finally turn the ends of the binding in upon itself and hand stitch to the back of the blanket.

Et Voila! you have a nice, unbuckled edging on your blanket.

A word of warning - even after all this painstaking work it's still possible that a cotton blanket could shrink further if you wash in water so, if it's really important to you that it doesn't pucker, always dry clean a cotton blanket.

Why would a 2001 Oldsmobile Aurora V6 3.5 L suddenly make a whining noise when transmission hits 3rd gear and then stops when foots off pedal but continues when foot pushes pedal again?

Possibly low of transmission fluid. Check the fluid level per the instructions in your owners manual. If the fluid level is OK, have the fluid and filter changed.

Are singer sewing machines made in china?

My first one purchased in 2018 was made in Vietnam and my current one purchased in 2019 also made in Vietnam.

What model of Singer Sewing Machine is serial number G8731483 It's a hand crank version in a Bentwood wood carrying case?

I do believe you have a 1921 model, but according to the singer website, for a machine that old, you would need to email or call them in order to get the model type.

How do you sew initials onto a pillow?

Hi, I'm not certain what your question means. If you have purchased initials, you can put them on by hand or by machine. If you wish to embroider by hand, make a pattern on your unfinished pillow with a fabric marker that can be washed out after embroidering; this will work also if you have a sewing machine that zig zags. Narrow the stitch and stitch length and follow the lines that you have drawn. I would place some iron on interfacing on the back of the fabric to keep the stitches from bunching up. Check out iron on initials via the internet. I'm sure there are many lovely letter types to choose from. Try G-Street Fabrics, JoAnns etc. Have fun!

Is a omega a good sewing machine?

Omega is OK for simple mending, but Phaff sewing machine are a lot better.

Have you ever heard of a doctor sewing the placenta to your uterus to prevent miscarriage?

The placenta is not sewn to the uterus. A fairly common practice in the case of someone who is unable to keep a baby inside as it grows because they dialate easily is call a Circlage. During this procedure, the cervix is sewn together to offer support. However, if there are any signs of labor or contractions, the stitches must be removed immediately.

Can you show me printed instructions for smocking?

Yes, you see, first you do this, and then........ to see what I am taking about, click on the link on the left of the screen.

The web links I added don't seem to be showing. I'll try again when I have time.

Why should you tie your hair back when using a sewing machine?

It sounds like a personal security concern. If your hair is long enough to tie up while doing work it is like many things that can be pulled into or tangled on what is being sewed and become a dangerous situation for the operator of the sewing machine. Besides hair things such as ties, worn chains and other items can present dangers as well as ones hair..

How do you thread a signature double thread sewing machine S457?

I am having the same problem just purchased a S457 machine instrustion are very poor machine will not sew ! help