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Do you still have this machine? I've been looking to purchase one.

Don't know present nomenclature but the scissor like hand tool with serrated blades used to apply a zig-zag edge to textiles used to be called "Pinking Shears". My mother had one and I purchased one when learning to sew.

Edge stitches provide a decorative or useful edge to a work. some stiches, like garter stich, creats a bumpy, often unfavorable edge. Certain edges, like the slip stich edge, creates a smooth edge. The english slip edge can also resist curling.

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In order to know how much fabric is needed to make a quilt, you need to look at the instructions for the quilt that you are making. In order to make a quilt, you have to have instructions. They will tell you how much fabric you will need on the packages.

the sewing machine is at least 500 years old thanks to Elias Howe.

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Domestic sewing machines were manufactured in the upper north east of the US. Starting in the mid 1800's

They were well know for their hand tooled and crafted machines and cabinetry all done at their factory. Wood was logged and floated down the river directly to their factory.

The best way to determine the age of your machine is to look for machines of similar style. The sewing machine manufacturers almost all copied each other in appearance with the desire to capture the market. Machines were constantly given cosmetic face lifts to lure people into the notion they needed to update.

If your machine is a treadle look at the body style and look up info on that. The more curvy the body the older it tends to be. A bobbin loaded machine will be post 1900's. One that is electrified is definitely post 1900's usually post 1920's. The exception to that is a modified treadle or hand crank.

Domestic like many makers also made their machines under other names such as Sears or other department stores to capture that market as well.

If the finish looks like it is a rough granite it most likely is a magnesium body which will be lighter then it looks as far as weight. This was popular in the 1950's

Wish the best in your research

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I'm trying to figure this one out myself. shoe polish that's seems to be working, but I'm worried about blotches. let me know if you find something out!

Mine was bought new for me in 1988. It has been a reliable workhorse (lots of use) since I got it.

for writing on non-porous and other difficult surfaces.

Another term is "grease pencil". It's got a core of a, well, greasy substance that rubs off onto the substrate and sticks there fairly well.

Sewing machines are used as a faster method of sewing compared to hand-stitching.

Many people enjoy sewing as a hobby. With some experience one might find it easy to fashion their own curtains, placemats & napkins, pillows or other things. Sewing can be handy to make your own clothing or tailor store-bought clothing if you want to.

To the best of my knowledge people still use hand sewing machines

You fasten material with needle and thread by sewing the material. In most cases, you will place one piece of material on top of another and then stitch the material together with the needle and thread.

Darts give shaping, typically when sewing a skirt/pants they are located on the back of the skirt near the top. In a shirt/dress darts can be between the waist and the bust length wise or on the outside of the bust (between the bust and side)

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Stitches typically cause some discomfort for a few days after the procedure, but any pain should gradually decrease. If the pain persists beyond a week, worsens, or is accompanied by signs of infection (such as increased redness, swelling, or discharge), it's important to consult a healthcare professional. Everyone's healing process varies, but significant or prolonged pain may indicate a complication. Always follow your doctor's post-operative care instructions for the best recovery.

Area of first piece = 5 yards * 60 inches = 300 inch-yards

Suppose length of equivalent area of 57" fabric is x yards

then x*57 = 300 or x = 300/57 = 5.26 yards (approx).

How much fabric do I need to make a A line skirt with pockets. size 16 elastic waist

It depends on where you live. Most stores have a Joann Fabrics, Hancock Fabrics, and/or Hobby Lobby. All three of these stores have fabrics that may match your furniture. These three stores also have online stores if you don't have the physical stores nearby.

Another option is online. There are many sites that have fabric, such as fabric.com, warehousefabricsinc.com, etc. Many of these sites will sell you swatches, so that you can see a small piece of the fabric in person before purchasing more.

DTY means Draw Textured Yarn.

This is a processed yarn to withstand crimps, twists, interlaces, loops or other distortions. Thermoplastic yarns can be textured by heat setting in a twisted condition. This results in a bulkier DTY yarn, which has a better stretch.

Chiffon is a common material used in making evening wear. It gives a dress an elegant and flowing appearance. However, chiffon can also be used to make other garments. For example, blouses, scarves, ribbons, and lingerie are sometimes made out of chiffon as well.

sewing machine stitches: Straight (or running stitch) zigzag Satin stitch (a very narrow zigzag) back baste blanket buttonhole gather Overlock (serge) stay-stitch (a straight stitch done just inside the seamline to strengthen the seam) Stitch in the ditch (meaning to stitch inside the seam to help hold it down) Many machines have the capablility to sew embroidery stitches by means of special attachments, or the newer ones can be programmed by computer. There are many other kinds of stitches, I have an embroidery dictionary that has over a hundred stitches, and there are similar dictionaries for needlepoint and for cross stitch. I have provided some links to some that can be found online.
Perhaps you meant names of stitchery, such as embroidery, quilting, sewing machine, sewing, cross-stitch, needle art, crochet, knitting, crewel, embellishing, beading, blackwork, and hardinger. There are probably more, but these are the ones that come to mind.