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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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How do you make a sleeveless dress reversible?
To make a dress reversible, make two dresses exactly the same size and shape (from the same pattern). Instead of sewing the finishing edges around the arms and neck, put one dress inside the other, right sides together, and sew the arms and necks together.
Then turn right side out, and hem.
When were singer sewing machine model 328 k made?
From some Internet research it looks like 1963 - 1965 Mine has a Serial number EV478937 which according to the vintage Singer site dates mine to 1963 so I have an early one.
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Dr.
Are woven fabrics more fire resistance than knitted fabrics?
No. The only fabrics that are fire resistant are fabrics that are marked fire resistant. Whether the fabric is woven or a knit has nothing to do with the fire resistance.
Do you hem felt skirts when making or do you cut to hem?
Felt fabric does not require a turned up hem. Actually, a turned up hem on felt might be too bulky to hang or look right.
What does raising the hem mean?
raising the hem shorts, dresses, pants, jackets, u get what i mean!!!!reow
How do you finish seams that ravel?
Optimally, a serger is the best way to finish material that ravels. If you do not have a serger, you can finish the raw edge with a regular zig-zag stitch. If you don't have a zig-zag stitch on your machine, you can simply reinforce your seam with another row of straight stitching.
Can combbind spines be assembled by hand or do you need a machine?
CombBind spines cannot be properly assembled by hand without the aid of a machine. The CombBind spines all have a specific size and shape that is difficult to replicate by hand.
Who makes happy lock sergers sewing machines?
Happy Lock was sold at Montgomery Ward and made in Taiwan.
Fabrication is the process of selecting or creating a style for a fabric.
Make a loop, pull it through, repeat. I learned with a rhyme. In through the front door, once around the back, peek through the window and on jumps Jack. a little young, but hey, it worked. Its hard to learn without watching someone knit. You need: * ball of yarn * large sized knitting needles -------------------------------------------------------- Actually, go to knittinghelp.com and that has a bunch of videos. It is awesome!
What are the disadvantages of the sewing machine?
disadvantages include no more skilled master textileist's that make hand made excellent quality items
When did singer discontinue using the bullet bobbins in their sewing machines?
I believe singer made the long shuttle machines (at least the model 128) until the 1950's.
Can applique be made using a sewing machine?
yes but you have to use the zig-zag or applique stitch setting
zig-zag=width-4/5 length=2
applique= width-4/5 length=0.5
How many inches does 10mm equal too?
0.3937007874 in
Direct Conversion Formula 10 mm*
1 in
25.4 mm
=
0.3937007874 in
# Set pattern indicator to M (zigzag)
# Set stitch length to 1 - 4 # Set zigzag width to '0' (zero) # Use straight or zigzag foot # Use straight or zigzag needle plate # Set needle position to 'M'(middle) # Feed dogs UP Good luck!
What are the advantages of woven fabrics?
Knitted - jersey type fabrics - are more easily abraded than woven fabrics because their surface is easy to catch on another, rougher, surface. They also pill more easily and once caught, can unravel. Woven fabrics, unless specially designed to be otherwise, have a flatter surface, and don't unravel.
Can you sew in tracks after dying your regular hair?
Yea you can , you just have to deep condition it before getting a sew in
What kind of fabric is commonly used to make leggings?
Polyester fabric is commonly used in the making of leggings as it provides better breathability, moisture-wicking, flexibility and dries quickly. Women's high waisted leggings which are made with polyester fabric are the best ones for the workout, yoga, running or any type of training activity as they offer the best comfort, stretch and support.
Why are acrylic fibres suitable for curtains?
There are a few advantages of curtains made out of acrylic fabric:
- Acrylic fabric is wrinkle resistant
- Acrylic fabric is fire resistant
- Acrylic fabric is easier to care for and clean
This for one: A forming technique used in the manufacture of Britannia cylindrical vessels. A sheet of pewter would be bent into the desired shape, the joint ...
www.pewtercollectorsclub.org/glossary.html
How do you alter the waist of pants that gape at the back?
Remove the belt loops and waistband in back.
Take a dart down center back the length of your center back dart on your real pant, BASTE don't stitch - try them on. The pocket and grain may go off with that large a dart. IF it looks ok, flat fell stitch , trim seam allowance put waistband back on and re place belt loops. IF it does go off grain and angles the pockets and looks horrid...take 1/2 the dart out at center back and 1/4 out of each back pocket ( presuming there are 2 patch pockets) IF you are careful you may be able to dart the pant back with pocket still attached...so 2 inches per center back and 1 per each mid buttock. replace waistband and belt loops.
