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Nancy Prokop commented on the blog post 'Refashion Tutorial - Long Sleeves to Bow Sleeve T-shirt'
Found a t shirt today for less than 3 euro (i live in Vienna) and knew right away what to do with it! Less than 40 mins. later, my sewing machine is put away and I'm wearing the cute bow sleeved tee! I used both seam allowance scraps and…
Can a sweater be shortened?
I have a cute cardigan sweater I like but it is way too long...actually it is supposed to be long, around mid thigh I'd say. I realize now that it is not flattering, but would be if it were several inches shorter. Can I remove the bottom ribbing, shorten the body and then reattach the ribbing? I'd just give it a shot, but I'm afraid I'll ruin it.Any ideas?Thanks,NancySee More
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Kathleen commented on the blog post 'Sewing Machine advice'
Great choice! I just looked up the specs and I believe you will find this machine a great fit! You might find some of these videos online helpful to get you started sewing again. http://www.threadsmagazine.com/teach-yourself-to-sew/ Looking forward…
Nancy Prokop commented on the blog post 'Sewing Machine advice'
Once more thanks to all who advised. I bought a Janome Sewist 625E. I looked for a dealer who seemed reputable and was so satisfied with the machine, the shop owner and all I bought it on the spot. Now....I'm going to figure out how to use…
Nancy Prokop commented on the blog post 'Sewing Machine advice'
You have all been so kind and helpful! At the moment my granddaughter is here and so I will wait until she goes back home before I go out machine shopping, but your tips have been great! I really don't want to spend a lot because I'm not…
Therese Custer commented on the blog post 'Sewing Machine advice'
I will forever be grateful that my girlfriend gave me her entry level Pfaff when she returned to Germany. When my Viking failed I used her machine & became a devoted Pfaff owner. I purchased a mid-level Pfaff which I used for years & then…
Jo Nardi commented on the blog post 'Sewing Machine advice'
Be sure you visit a dealer and do ask lots of questions. Ask about classes to teach you how to use your machine. By what you can afford but make sure you get a good quality machine to eliminate frustration and make sewing something you really can…
linda commented on the blog post 'Sewing Machine advice'
I just recently purchased a BabyLock A-line Grace series and love that machine. It easily sews over heavey fabric and is easy to operate.
Peg Baker commented on the blog post 'Sewing Machine advice'
Hello, Nancy,
Welcome to SWN - I joined a couple of months ago and i have thoroughly enjoying being part of this friendly, helpful and supportive community. I have a Janome basic portable sewing machine, no computerized parts, just mechanical. I use…
Kathleen commented on the blog post 'Sewing Machine advice'
I believe Janome makes the current Sears/Kenmore sewing machines.
Ramona Kuhn commented on the blog post 'Sewing Machine advice'
I too have been sewing many years and about 6 years ago I got a Sears Ego and can't tell you how satisfied I've been - the feet take low shank and it's so simple to use. I clean the machine especially the bobbin case every time the…
Cathy commented on the blog post 'Sewing Machine advice'
Congratulations on the grand-daughter - you will have so much fun - I have twin grand-daughters who are 21 months old and I have so much fun with them . There are so many
things that i want to make for them.
I have a Viking sewing machine and love…
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- About Me:
- just getting ready to begin sewing again
- What type of sewing do you enjoy?
- garment, home decor, embroidery
- What type(s) of sewing machine(s) do you have?
- an old Toyota that needs replacing
- What brands of patterns have you tried?
- no preference yet
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Sewing Machine advice
Posted on August 14, 2010 at 3:50am 18 Comments 0 Likes
Hi All! I am new in here, because I have decided to re-learn how to sew. First off I will be needing a new machine and I really don't want to spend a whole lot...around 400 to 500 euro. I live in Austria, that explains the euro bit.
I'll be sewing clothes for my brand new granddaughter! I am also teaching myself with aid of videos, how to hand smock. A friend in San Fransisco sent me her pleater. How cool is that. Anyway...I don't need the machine to do lots of fancy things, but it should… Continue
I'll be sewing clothes for my brand new granddaughter! I am also teaching myself with aid of videos, how to hand smock. A friend in San Fransisco sent me her pleater. How cool is that. Anyway...I don't need the machine to do lots of fancy things, but it should… Continue
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This video demonstrates how to fix / adjust / repair the timing of the hook on a sewing machine. If the thread from your needle isn't getting caught by the hook that rotates around, this video explains what to adjust to fix that. Requires some very basic tools and takes 15-30 minutes - maybe less.
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