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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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Why machine oil is put on moving parts of a machine?
To prevent the friction between them otherwise they will jam and there may be excess heating of parts due to friction
Another reason to oil machine parts is to prevent rusting. IF a machine part is rubbing another so one has bare metal - it will rust quite quickly - so in addition to reducing friction and heat build up it prevents rust
What to do with cut off jean scraps?
You can use cut off jean scraps on lots of different sewing projects:
- Coin purse/card holder (link below)
- Denim doggy bed (link below)
- Purse/tote (link below)
- Travel sewing kit (link below)
- Quilt (link below)
- Apron (link below)
- Pillow
- Wall hanging for storage (link below)
Around 1750, Richard Arkwright teamed up with clockmaker, John Kay, and together in the late 1760's they had created a machine that could spin four strands of cotton yarn at the same time. Their finished Water Frame spinning machine spun 96 strands of yarn at once and was powered by a water wheel, and was installed in factory mills.
1. Find a good place to nap
2. Drink caffeine before you fall asleep and turn off any possible distractions (phones... Televisions etc)
3. Set an alarm for 15 minuets
4. Get up as soon as the alarm goes off.
Where is the serial number on a washing machine?
There should be a tag under the lid on the rim of the opening.
Would you still be able to see after you sew buttons on your eyes?
Definitely yes! and you would also look awesome to the max. you should really do it, if i had eyes still i would do the same.
How do you cut fabric with a rotary cutter?
By just rolling it over the cutting line but you must have a firm surface underneath, preferably a proper cutting mat.
How long does it take to sew a comforter?
This depends on many factors. It could take years if you add enough detail. It will also take longer if you don't know much about sewing or if you are sewing by hand.
A seam gauge is a small ruler that has an adjustable flange (or marker) so someone can keep a hem or seam even while pinning and/or sewing. It is used by sliding the marker (flange) to a spot marked with the seam number you want to sew and then sliding it along your fabric to make creases (iron), or hems without the iron (while pinning or sewing.) Most people prefer to use it with an iron, as this seems to be the easiest.
What is the difference between a sewing machine and a hug?
sewing machine stiches the two pieces into one but hug stick into one
cotton burns the fastest while polyester burns the slowest
What is an easy lace dress pattern?
The best place to find an easy lace dress pattern is to either research books on sewing or visiting a fabric store such as JoAnn Fabrics, however, I recommend purchasing an already made lace dress to avoid any mistakes.
WHERE CAN I FIND A MEISTERGRAM EMBRODERY SEWING MACHINE?
For this machine I would start online. Someone is selling one right now on ebay. You can also check sewing shops in your area. Call around and let them know you're looking for one. You can place an add in the local classifieds or try searching craigslist in your area. Good luck
How do you license an art design or pattern?
Here are more opinions and answers from other FAQ Farmers:
- You must first patent your design. Look for a patent office. Make sure you compare prices. Here in Brazil some of them charge astronomical figures. Patenting your design, idea or product directly with the US Intellectual Protection Institute, organization or whatever will definitely be cheaper and should not be difficult to do. After that, you contact your potential client, If they are interested in your design or pattern you either sell them the patent or loan it to them for a specified period of time in exchange for a sum of money. You can also negotiate a percentage of sales as a means of payment for your intellectual design.
A quilting party is when friends and neighbors gather together usually to quilt one quilt together.
Who invented a power loom that could create complex patterns?
A power loom that can create a complex pattern is created by a French inventor named Joseph Jacquard. Jacquard Loom created the mechanical loom in the year 1801.
Where to find Needlework patterns Victorian time?
The three big companies in the US have recently brought back their period patterns. Simplicity, McCalls, and Butterwick all have these patterns on their websites. Also try a websearch for Victorian patterns. There are speciality sites dedicated to such patterns.
What is the provincial flower of New Brunswick?
the provincial flower of New Brunswick is called the purple violet.i hope you got the answer you were looking for!
