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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 much is a Wilcox and Gibbs type 10 industrial sewing maching worth?
As well as the antique value (the Type 10 was launched in 1907) these machines are still used in commercial settings today. As a result, one can be worth up to $1000, if in good working order with table, motor and clutch, etc.
Less than that if it's just the head, of course.
What is the best way to find free embroidery designs?
The best way to find anything for free is almost always the internet. Free embroidery designs are available on many websites, the most popular of which appears to be Embroiderydesigns. Freeembroiderystuff is also a good place to look.
Why is cotton stronger when wet than dry not less than one page?
Cotton is a complex fibrous material. The question clearly suggests that information is required for a school assignment. While it is unlikely that anyone here will do homework for you, consider the following important factors that should form the basis of an essay:
- Fiber length of raw cotton
- Fiber alignment of raw and processed cotton
- Characteristics of water absorption
- Characteristics of fiber grouping and the effect of ingress of water on size
- The make up of typical cotton fibers and propensity to absorb or release water.
Just research each point, write a paragraph on each one and your essay just needs an introduction and a summary.
What material is a backpack made out of?
nylon polyster and thread straps ladderlocks sippers and foam so it wont hurt your back
What is the value of a 1929 singer sewing machine today?
Try looking on ebay at completed listings to see how much they sell for. It depends on the model, a common machine will be worth less than a rarer machine. But generally, anything from about £60-£250 or sometimes even more for a working antique singer treadle is realistic. Btw, ebay isn't the best place to sell such things, as they cannot be posted, and the chances of someone living near enough to collect it AND who is willing to pay for a big van or something to transport it AND who particularly likes your machine is slim.
What is in the seam of shirts?
A seam is where two or more bits of cloth are overlapped. A seam consists of cloth.
Were to look for model numbers on old singer sewing machines treadll models?
Most antique sewing machines do not display the model number anywhere on the machine. If the machine is made by Singer, you can cross the serial number to a model number and "birthdate" at singerco.com. If the machine is made by some other company, you will need to do some research. Needlebar.org has hundreds of photos of antique sewing machines and might be a good place to start looking.
Innovative ways of embellishing plain fabrics?
An easy way is to sew with a decorative stitch. Another way is to decorate with embroidery such as counted cross stitch or with an applied pattern. Another way to decorate is with applied ribbons, lace, ruffles, appliques, buttons, braiding, or rick rack. Another way would be to decorate with beads and/or sequins.
What fabrics do you use for making shirts?
100% ringspun cotton is super soft and works really well to give t-shirt a great fit. A blend of 50% cotton & 50% polyester works too. If you're adding graphics to the shirt, both of these fabrics are good choices, as the printing looks great on the material.
What year was Kenmore Sewing Machine model 1780 manufactured?
According to :
http://www.searsarchives.com/history/files/sewing_id.pdf
the machine was produced in 1976-77
What is the value of a vintage singer sewing machine model 66-16 made in 1947?
It all depends . . .
Is it in a plastic or a wood case?
Is it in poor, good, or excellent condition?
Is it portable or mounted in a sewing desk?
The 66 is not rare, or anything like that, and it is not a really popular machine.
I would say $50 for a portable in decent shape, and up to $150 for a desk-mounted machine in decent condition. I would ask $250, which is ridiculous, but some people who don't know Singers might pay that if the machine is in really good condition and sews very well.
What is a Knit King Jac 40 Accessory used for it is listed as Brother Knitting Machine Accessory?
The Jac 40 is an accessory for jacqard and knit-in two color work on a standard gauge (4.5 MM) knitting machine. It uses punch cards and patterns over as man as 40 stitches. with a punch card installed in the Jac 40, you activate a lever which moves pins out to match tne card. You then use those pins (holding the Jac 40 behind the working needles of your KM) and push the needles forward then knit one row with two colors in your yarn feeder. Then with a click, you move the Jack 40 card forward and select the next row of pins with which you move the next group of KM needs forward for the second row of two color knitting.
It sounds more complex than it is, once you do it. Instead of moving needles forward manually one at a time for patterns larger than your machine can do (if you don't have an electronic machine), you can use the Jac 40.
In popular accounts of American History, Betsy Ross is responsible for designing and sewing the first American flag. Unfortunately, there is little or no reliable evidence that the story is accurate.
What stitch consists of two stitches forward and one stitch backwards?
I am presuming you mean on the sewing machine? It is the stretch stitch. If you mean hand sewing, ask again. I think that one is called BACKSTITCHING. See site of http://www.fiber-images.com/Free_Things/Reference_Charts/free_reference_charts_handsewing_stitches.html for hand stitches.
What year was model 198.8132331 Kenmore freezer made?
I don't know what the range of years was, but it was made in 1978.
Where can you find out how much an antique singer sewing machine is?
There are many factors that would play into determining a price for the machine. How "old" are we talking? early nineteen hundreds treadle? or early 1990's domestic? What kind of condition is it in; has it developed rust and a worn finish from sitting out in a garage. Does the machine still work and are all original parts still in tact? Does it have a wooden cabinet? A working 1949 model in excellent condition is listed on eBay for $1599.99 just for an idea.
What are women who sews clothes called?
Women who sew clothes have many names. They might be designers, seamstresses, or tailors. You can also call them "women who sew," especially if you do not know which they prefer.
Any item of clothing that can be bought can also be sewn. Patterns are readily available for shirts, skirts, shorts, pants and dresses. Sewing one's own clothing allows one to be in complete control of the size, color and style of the clothing.
