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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 are paper scissors used for?
Paper scissors are used for cutting paper. Some have rounded tipped blades and are referred to as safety scissors for use by children. Some have patterned blades for leaving a specific pattern behind, as used in the craft of scrapbooking.
A fold that has been permanently stitched in place within a piece of fabric is called a pleat.
Where can you obtain an instruction manual for Tajima Embroidery Machine TEJT-C1501?
You can get the instruction manual from Stitch It Intl (link below).
What is a sewing gauge and how it is useed?
A sewing gauge is a small ruler about 6 inches in length. It has a sliding marker that is set to a specific measurement and comes in handy when measuring the same length repeatedly (for example when marking a hem).
Not always: manila hemp is a a natural fiber, so is cotton.
When did Elias Howe perfect the sewing machine?
He was awarded a patent on the improvements to existing sewing machine on September 10, 1846.
A pattern envelope is the outside cover of a pattern. It is traditionally a paper envelope, but it can also be a clear plastic bag. The traditional paper envelope is printed with an image of the project to be made with the pattern, along with a complete list of all the materials needed to complete the project. Patterns enclosed in a clear plastic covering will have this same information printed on the pattern cover, which can be read through the plastic.
Custom sewing is sewing something that is sewn specifically for an individual. For example, custom sewing a dress is when you sew a dress that is specifically designed, made, and tailored for a specific person. This way, the individual has a dress that is unique to her.
Can you use iron-on transfers on microsuede?
Yes, as long as you use caution to avoid excess heat in the areas that your transfer does not cover.
Are there any difference between bobbin and needle lace other than how they are made?
The fact that one is made with bobbins and the other with needle also makes them look differently. Probably not to a novice, but most advanced lace makers can distinguish them. Also it takes considerably more time to make the same amount of needle lace and that is a reason why bobbin lace was invented.
The Singer 301 was manufactured in 1951 and 1952 at Anderson, South Carolina.
The Singer 301A was manufatured from 1953-1956 at Anderson, South Carolina.
Is sewing machine a complex machine?
not very complex these days, they are electric . Saw a brand 'elvira' who has lots of digital version, sewing has become easier than back in the days, no more pedals:)
What year is a Kenmore sewing machine model 117.740 serial number 5511?
Yes, I have the original instructions for the machine. I don't know the serial number. I do have it written down in my book that is the model # and it is also on my machine. How much are these machines worth? Please email me at J.Brotzman@worldnet.att.net. Thank you.
How long would it take for a sewing needle to pas through your digestive tract?
it could take anywere from 1-3 days just like food would but only if it doesn't cut anything in side you
What carries the lower thread on your sowing machine?
The lower bobbin carries the lower thread and the upper bobbin carries the upper thread to use when the sewing machine is working (NOT SOWING Machine)!!! The needle carries the upper thread - NOT the lower thread - as the question asked!!
What year was Kenmore sewing machine model 158.220 made?
Though I am not 100% certain, I bought this machine approximately 1963, new from Sears. Not sure when it was actually manufactured...or if it was a new model at the time. Hope that helps.
The current skinny jeans wasn't invented by anyone. Jeans were invented by Levi Strauss in the 1800's and by the late 1800's he made several cuts, from slim fit to roomy. The style of the past year or so know as skinnies is just the latest name for what's know as the slim fit jeans. Slim fits were reintroduced by Levi's in the 1950's. They gained popularity when they were worn in counterculture movies such as The Wild One, Rebel Without a Cause and On the Waterfront by the big teenage stars of the day such as James Dean and Marlon Brando. They were also popular with the "beatnik" generation. They faded in the mid sixties when boot cuts and flares became popular. In the eighties the slim fit came back as part of the punk rock movement, and that faded when the 90's rolled in. The current slim cut jeans craze came about as a reaction against baggy oversized jeans and it was the teens who wore them named them "skinnies" Like most fads, this too will fade in a year or so but there will be people who still where them.
How much is the bernina 830 selling for?
$11,000
It depends which 830 you are talking about. If you mean the classic 830 record, I just checked on ebay and in the last 30 days(today is 9/10/12), they are averaging around $450 to $500 dollars. There were a few for less(295-400) and even one at $1000. It depends on what they came with, their condition and if they had a warranty.
If you are talking about the newer 830 sewing and embroidery machines, 3 sold in the same 30 day period, 2 in the $8000 dollar range and one for $5,000.
A slot seam is very simple. First baste a plain seam together. (A plain seam is simply two pieces of fabric sew together. You need to make sure that the seam is at least a half an inch wide.
Second, press open the seam along its full length.
Third, cut a strip of fabric as long as the entire seam and as wide as the now open seam width. This means it will be twice the width of seam.
Fourth, pin or paste the strip of fabric to the opened seam, ensuring that the strip sits directly over the center of the opened seam.
Fifth, turn the fabric so that the strip is underneath and you can sew from the 'finished' or right side of the project. Sew a quarter inch on both sides of the seam line.
Finally, remove your basting. You have made a slot seam.
Why is a thimble called a thimble?
Because it is mostly worn on the thumb, and could come from a slip of the tongue, thumb bell. It could also come from the word thymel, a leather thumb cover worn by sail makers.
What cuts the fabric and finishes seam in one step?
A serger machine will sew your seam, trim the raw edge, and finish the raw edge in one step. The end result will be the type of seam you find inside a ready-made or store bought garment. See related links for more details.
