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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 fabric shouldn't get wet?
Silk is one of the main fabrics that shouldn't get get wet. If is gets wet, it shrinks as it dries, and makes the clothing useless. Cotton also shouldn't get wet, for it can take hours for it to dry.
a tailor is a person who makes garments for women or men, usually made out of silk, wool, or linen. tailors usually make suits, trousers, and coats.
the word tailorig means the art of cutting.
she will need aprox 21.28 feet of fabric, its a good idea to get a little extra just in case a mistake is made, that's what i would do
If you get stitches in your mouth how do you survive?
Don't talk to much and don't eat on it don't laugh and don't worry it will disolve in like 5 days PS i had stitches in my mouth!
Does running a needle through your hair sanitize the needle?
Eeeew, No! If anything, it would coat the needle with any oil naturally present in your hair.
a patch quilt they are very easy to make and look awesome but this all depends on your level of sewing.
In the beginning, use a simple pattern and follow all the instructions carefully.
Take sewing lessons at your local craft, fabric, or sewing machine store.
Is it important to have complete set of sewing tools and equpments?
Yes. becouse this is my homework today.
Answer two:
It is important to have all the sewing tools and equipment you need for the projects you might be interested in doing. There are many tools that are specific to a certain use, and if you don't do that type of work, you will not need that tool.
Is embroidery floss the sme as cotton?
Embroidery floss can be fabricated from cotton fibre. It may also be silk or another man-made fibre.
Is there a lightweight portable sewing machine that's durable?
The Singer Portable Sewing Machine 2250 (Sold at Target for $89.99) has good customer reviews and is known to be lightweight and portable, as well as durable. The Singer brand is one of the most popular sewing machine brands, and has proven to be durable over time.
How would a person's knowledge and skills in sewing on a machine help the family save its resources?
Sewing skills can save a family money in many ways:
- When an item of clothing tears or rips, having the skills to repair the garment can save the family money on alterations (or throwing the garment out altogether and buying something new).
- When an item of clothing becomes too big or too small, having the skills to tighten/loosen/hem the garment can save the family money on alterations.
- Being able to sew can save the family money by performing DIY projects on the home - curtains, pillows, upholstery, wall art, linens, etc.
- Having the skills to sew can open up many doors when it comes to gift-giving. Hand-sewn gifts are not only personal and often well-received, but they can also save the family money on buying gifts for family members and friends.
- Making your own clothing can save the family money on everyday clothing, special occasions, and costumes.
Metallic fibers are manufactured fibers composed of metal, plastic-coated metal, metal-coated plastic, or a core completely covered by metal. Gold and silver are the most common metallic fabrics.
What is the best fabric for jeans pocket lining?
I would choose a thicker cotton fabric or cotton blend.
What does a sewing machine sound like?
It sounds like a sewing machine.
When you are sewing slowly, it sounds like chuka, chuka, chuka as the needle punches through the fabric. If the fabric is more open weave, and you are sewing faster, it sound like zZzzzZzzzzZzzzz
There are many names for this craft, including corking. Links below give instructions for using spools or corkers as well as instructions for making your own.
What does the term place marker mean in knitting?
A marker is a ring placed on a knitting needle between two stitches to remind the knitting that something is supposed to happen there.
What are the importance of dressmaking?
(1) You can save money by making your own clothing and not paying the 700% mark-up on designer wear.
(2) You have the knowledge and ability to alter the fit of your favorite clothing items, should you gain or lose too much weight, shrink or grow too much.
(3) Make boatloads of cash making custom-designed clothing for celebs.
(5) Rub elbows with famous fashion designers
Sewing machine 9110 shark intelli manual?
I have been searching also and finally found it where I should have thought of sooner. At sharks website. They are good to have these so easily available.
http://www.sharkclean.com/manual/9110_REV_0104E.pdf
What is a bobbin compartment used for?
For the bobbin wheel. This is a small thread spool that is located below the sewing table. The needle draws out the bobbin and along with the top spool of thread, sews the garment.
How many yards of fabric would I need for a window 100X84?
It is not possible to answer the question because the units used for 100x84 are not specified.
An ordinary safety pin can be cleaned with soap and water, or with alcohol. You can use a common dish scrubber or sponge, moistened with soapy water or alcohol, and clean the pin by jabbing it repeatedly into the scrubber. The closure end of the safety pin can be cleaned with a brush dipped in soapy water or alcohol.
