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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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A packing needle is a large needle used for heavier sewing, such as for sewing up canvas packages.
A welt seam is a seam that is pressed open and then is cut on one of the sides and then they are sewn together. This is done so that the width of the material is lessened.
How do I remove small spines from finger?
Use tweezers. In some cases, an awkward spine may need to be teased up to the surface using a sterilised sewing needle.
What year was the Kenmore model 54 sewing machine made?
I have a Kenmore 158.542 sewing machine that I bought new in Feb 1964. Now I need a nylon(?) part that I haven't been able to find.
Suellen
I was just gifted one. The production date on the manual says November of 1962.
What kind of fabric is used to make down fill insultation in jackets?
If a jacket is "down filled" it is filled with down. Down is the name for the delicate, lightweight feathers from a bird's belly, usually duck or goose.
What four colors look good together on white background?
I think pink, a kind of lime green, purple and a bright yellow.
How do you make Y-Back Stringer Tank Top?
Hey for under $10 Bucks You can buy them at www.PhysiqueBodywareUSA.com Plus their Mens Y-Back Stringer Tank tops are made in America! Why bother making them!
The Army doesn't conform to normal legal proceedings. All it takes to kick you out is a recommendation from your commanding officer stating the reason you should be discharged (like using/dealing illegal drugs). As long as you were presented with the opportunity to defend yourself before an Administrative Discharge Board, they have every right to discharge you with a general discharge.
It depends on what kind of stitch you're talking about:
Sewing stitch: A single complete movement of a threaded needle in sewing. Stitching holds two fabrics together
Medical stitch: A single complete movementin medical suturing. A stitch holds skin together.
Pain stitch: A sudden sharp pain, especially in the side.
Depends on what sort of needle you're talking about. Most needles nowadays are pretty disposable - that means you're not meant to sharpen them, but to toss them out (in a SAFE CONTAINER so nobody gets stuck by them) and buy a new one.
How much fabric is needed to cover a chalk board in a classroom?
Measure the dimensions of the chalkboard, then cut material to those dimensions.
How often do you change hand towels bath towels and kitchen towels to clean ones?
It also depends on what kind of towel rack or towel ladder these towels are hanging on. If they have plenty of room to air out, you can go a little longer. Otherwise you need to change them more often.
What kind of a garment is a bubble dress?
A bubble dress is a dress with a bubble hem. This means that the bottom of the dress bubbles out and flows instead of laying flat like most dresses with normal hems do. The bubble hem is actually an elastic band that gathers the excess fabric at the bottom of the dress
Where can I find Pottery Barn Fabric?
Pottery barn sells some of their fabric in their catalog. You can call them and inquire which specific fabrics are available. I would think that people probably sell the fabric on eBay as well.
What types of fabrics does Alex Perry use?
He prefers to use natural fibres. His favourite is silk, but he also likes wool and cotton. For some more information, Kora Organic is a great website with an interview of Alex Perry.
