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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 can you remove dye on a quilt if a fabric bleeds?
First you want to put pressure on the wound to stop it from bleeding. Take it to the emergency room and get it some stitches. After its all said and done, remove the dye by soaking it in warm water 30 to 40 minutes and then iron it really really well. After that stick it in your dryer for two hours. Thank you
When did people start using applique?
The technique of sewing patches of fabric on other pieces of fabric is probably as old as sewing and clothing itself. It is assumed to have begun when patches were needed to repair fabric, but could just as well have started when someone with a small piece of something they fancied was added on to a larger item.
How many yards of fabric are needed to get 36-10x10 inch squares?
Before that can be answered there are couple of questions that need to be asked. Are the 10 x 10 inch squares the finished size or is that including a seam allowance? What is the width of your fabric?
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Most quilt fabric is 45 inches wide with 40 - 42 inches of usable fabric. (You have to cut off the selvages.) Some extra wide fabric can be purchased for backing that is 108 inches wide.
What is the straight grain of fabric?
The way the fabric is woven gives it different properties in different directions. When you are cutting a pattern you want to get all the pieces on the same "grain", i.e. a piece that will be vertical on your body should not be cut diagonally on the peace of fabric (unless you cut all the pieces diagonally or on the bias). The grain of the fabric is the natural direction of the fabric. The selvage is the edge of the fabric. When you buy a piece of fabric from the roll, you get two cut edges that fray and two factory edges that look different from the rest of the fabric and don't fray. These edges are the selvage. If the grain of the fabric runs from selvage to selvage that means the natural direction of the fabric (that you should use to line up your pattern pieces) runs straight across the fabric from factory edge to factory edge.
What are the Instructions for basting stitch?
Please see related link. * http://www.expertvillage.com/video/122946_how-sew-basting-stitches.htmAnswer 2:
A basting stitch is the simplest stitch you can make. You push the threaded needle through the layers of fabric, and bring it up about 1/2 inch away. It works best when you keep the stitches as straight and even as you can. Since it is a temporary stitch, it doesn't have to be perfect. The reason for the basting stitch is to hold the pieces together until you finish sewing or working with the project.
Who manufactured Kenmore sewing machine model 158.540?
1957, manufactured by Mazuren for Sears/Kenmore.
What year is your singer sewing machine 13608M?
Machines with serial numbers in the range: G-0.556.401 to G-0.999.999 were made in 1924.
How do you lock in fabric dye from running?
Here is a useful link (though slightly disappointing if you're looking for a simple solution). Apparently, the traditional salt/vinegar solutions don't really work depending on the dye. I personally would be a bit nervous taking a chance... but this site does give some products that hand-dyeing people use that are better:
http://www.pburch.net/dyeing/FAQ/settingdye.shtml
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How do you make breyer doll clothes?
You're going to need to know how to sew a little; you don't need to be a pro, but you should at least be able to do the basics. If you know and have made clothes for yourself or humans try to make a minature version of a pattern you have.
You'll Need:
fabric ( I'd prefer it to be a little stretchy so it can be slipped onto the doll.Not too thick, and not super thin. It really depends on what you are making. For a sweater or something you'll want slightly thicker fabric. If you're in the USA, you'll find Jo-annes should have some fabric. If you're in Canada, try Fabricland. You can also order some off the internet.)
needle and thread (Jo -anns,online and Fabricland)
your breyer doll (to know how big clothes need to be)
*If You're Doing A Show Coat* You might want Super Tiny Buttons or mini Rhinestones. Try K and Companys or buy some off ebay or a craft store.
TIP: If you're trying to make a copy of a piece of clothing you already have, just try and copy what was done for that one.
How do you apply a patch to a leather jacket or vest?
Here is another, easier way: Measure where you want the patch on the sleeve with the jacket on. Mark this with a white taylor's chalk, or blue on a white jacket ,so it's visible. Open the lining at the bottom back hem just enough to get your hand in. Slip your hand up between the lining and the leather in the area where you will put the patch. Then with a "small" sharp upholestry needle using a mylon thread in a clear color (light weight fishing line works well for this) and a thimble to push this through the leather, starting with the first stitch through the underside of the patch so the knot in the end of the thread is hidden under the patch but will hole the thread securely push the needle down through the leather to the hand between the leather and the lining and back up through the edge of the patch. Continue working the needle back and forth through the patch and the leather using the thimble to push the needle straight and making a satin stitch though it really doesn't need to be that close together on the stitches. One every 16th of and inch should be sufficient. When you get all the way around the patch and back to your starting point, slip the needle around the first stitch in a half-hitch (first part of a knot) and then back around in the 2nd half-hitch to complete the knot. Then slide the needle all the way under the patch between it and the leather pulling the thread through to the other side of the patch, pull the thread up with a bit of a pucker, so when you cut the thread it slips back under the patch with a long end.
I know this looks a bit complicated but it really isn't. Just make sure you don't catch the lining with the thread or the jacket or it won't hang right and will wear uncomfortably. When you've finished with the patch don't forget to restitch the jacket lining hem back where it belongs.
What year was the Husqvarna Viking 4700 Sewing Machine Manufactured?
" Year of Manufacture for a 4700 Husqvarna Viking Sewing Machine: Their answer: "year of manufacturing is 1990"
...WRONG! I just purchased a Husqvarna Viking 4700 Series, has an inscription stating made in "West Germany"...made in the 1990's? I don't think so!
How do you adjust tension on old Kenmore sewing machine 117-959?
When you are sitting at the machine, like you are when using it, there is a tension regulator lever on the front left side of the machine. The plate is numbered from 1 to 4. It says Loose at the top and tight at the bottom. Hope this helps.
What is the softest fabric in the world?
Vicuna fabric is very rare and expensive. As is silk, or even cashmere. However, the softness of a fabric is dependent on who makes the fabric and how it is made.
Where can you find pictures of a Singer sewing machine?
If you Google singer sewing machine in Google Images (see link below), you'll get these images!
What is the wrong side in sewing?
Usually, the pattern will tell you which is the right side. I have been crocheting for five years and I still can't tell by looking.
If a pattern says something like this:
Chain 51, turn
SC in each CH across (RS)
...that means the row of single crochets is the right side (RS). You can put a loop of a contrasting color yarn, or a small safety pin, on the end of that row in one of the front loops. Then when you are several rows ahead you can always look to see which side your marker is on, and know that's the right side.
you can tell by looking at the chain of loops that is created. if it curls towards you, this is the right side, if it curls away from you, it is the wrong side.
What I do is when I do my foundation chain, I leave a tail. Then when the tail of the project is on my left, I would be on the "right" side of the piece, if the tail is on the right side, then I'm looking at the "wrong" side or back of the project.
If you are chaining up and turning on every row, and unless your pattern specifies the right side differently, your odd rows will be the right side. As noted above, Row 1 of sc will be your front or right side, you turn and work Row 2 the back side, Row 3 again on the right side etc.
How to Take out sewing stitches?
The most common way used to remove stitching is by using a tool called a "seam ripper". It is a bit of a time consuming activity that requires some patience. You have to carefully cut the thread, without damaging the fabric. An exacto knife also works, but again, be careful not to cut into the fabric!
What is the importance of embroidery?
Just like any tool that brings to different level of convenience, a simple sewing machine can enhance your efficiency whereas an advanced sewing machine can create much more stitch and pattern. The point here is how good you utilize the machine properly.
Increased production, lowered cost of products.
