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Just found this site--great!!I am making a pair of horse riding chaps and am looking--without any success-- for the elastic to go down the legs to make them [pms chaps]does anyone know where to find it--thanks, karen
Karen
- Tuesday, September 27, 2005 at 00:34:10 (EDT)

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where can I get reliable service for a Janome MyLock 204D serger in the Brooklyn area? also: anyone know where I can find a user's manual for this machine? I've looked online, but wasn't able to find it with google search engine.
Jane
- Monday, September 26, 2005 at 10:30:14 (EDT)

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I'm also looking on the internetfor a printable operatios/parts & maintenance manual for a Sears Kenmore model 2142 sewing machine.I bought it for my wife in the late 1960s or early 1970s but it's practically never been used. If you've found where I can download/print this manual (not a service manual),would you please e-mail it to kg2002@bellsouth.net .Thanks from B,ham., Ala Ken G.
Ken Gilliland
- Sunday, September 25, 2005 at 17:51:48 (EDT)

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Lee, Go to ebay, then find their crafts category, click on sewing, type in 1030 and you will find some bobbins for your machine. Good luck
Chris
- Friday, September 23, 2005 at 12:43:23 (EDT)

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I have a Sears Kenmore model 158.13033 sewing machine and am wondering if anyone knows how much it is worth? please email me at bdmartin@ccol.net thank you
Buddy
- Thursday, September 22, 2005 at 23:16:51 (EDT)

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Ruth~ if you have given up on your Creative Touch 1030, PLEASE sell me the bobbins. I can't find them anywhere, and just broke the last one I had. I love the machine and don't want a new one, but I'm stuck without a bobbin. I'm lj32920@yahoo.com
Lee
- Thursday, September 22, 2005 at 19:32:30 (EDT)

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Retha and Lisette - Pop the top cover off and watch the mechanisms move as you hand turn the wheel. Make sure every moving part that touches another part is oiled. Do the same for under the machine. It may help to have some of those long q-tips on hand. Sometimes the machine just isn't getting oil in all the right places.
Judy
- Thursday, September 22, 2005 at 10:24:22 (EDT)

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I'm considering buying a used Bernina 1000. Any information about the "1000" model? I have a Bernina 831 that I've had for 30 years with great use but would like to buy a machine for my daughter and saw this one on ebay at a good price.
Marnie
- Wednesday, September 21, 2005 at 12:09:21 (EDT)

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my friend also has a sewing machine ...singer model# 9224 and i don't know how to fill the bobbin...help
lissette
- Wednesday, September 21, 2005 at 11:14:59 (EDT)

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hi i'm having the same problem retha has...help!!!! it's too expensive to take it to these shops to "look at them"
lissette
- Wednesday, September 21, 2005 at 11:12:43 (EDT)

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I have an old, metal Sears 158 (I think that is it) I've had it 30 years, it is the only machine I have ever owned. I am faithful to clean it and oil it. Lately if squeaks. I have been working on flannel rag quilts so I thought maybe some lint had become trapped, etc. Well I took her apart and cleaned her and oiled her. Now I have discovered the pattern of this squeaking action. When I first begin sewing, she is ok, then after awhile, she starts squeaking. I can turn the wheel and it will squeak...so I try to isolate the problem and it appears to be the mechanism that runs the needle up and down, then if I put my ear close to the wheel on the right and turn it bit, it sounds like it is coming from inside the wheel. I am wondering if anyone has ever had this problem. I calld Sears to see what it would cost to look at it and a gruff old woman said, "We start at $59.95 just to look!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!' Wow.... I am also wondering if it is the belt and if so, if anyone has ever replaced a belt on their own and if it is difficult? Retha in Texas! tdaisyrsp@yahoo.com
Retha
- Monday, September 19, 2005 at 14:36:22 (EDT)

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Brigitte - don't forget that the bobbin winder needs oiling along with the rest of the machine. Try manually turning it and give it a drop of oil. The mechanism may be 'frozen' in place from nonuse and lack of oil.
Judy
- Monday, September 19, 2005 at 01:00:53 (EDT)

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Brigitte has an old Kenmore that has been working fine but she has not used it in a few years and now she is trying to thread the bobbin to no availe! any ideas or is ther an on line manual on how to do that?? Any help is appreciated, she is ready to kill me since I don't have a clue?? thanks
Jerryz2695@sbcglobal.net
- Saturday, September 17, 2005 at 18:33:43 (EDT)

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I am trying to thread my bobin but it will not turn????? Help
Brigitte
- Saturday, September 17, 2005 at 18:24:30 (EDT)

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I love the Sew Fast Sew Easy book. I have been sewing for a while but the techniques in the book are really good. I heard from a friend in NYC that another book is coming. Does anyone know when? Also, has anyone heard of a invisible foot?
Kevin
- Friday, September 16, 2005 at 08:08:36 (EDT)

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Lishka - Be sure to check your needle to see if the tip is bent.
Judy
- Friday, September 16, 2005 at 00:17:22 (EDT)

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Lishka - try tightening the upper thread tension. Make sure you have the same thread in the bobbin as in the needle.
Judy
- Friday, September 16, 2005 at 00:16:29 (EDT)

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Help, I have a brothers sew machine, It keeps taking up the bobbin thread and tangling it in the back. It was working just fine, nothing I did was different. It just started tangling. I cleaned out the compartment where the bobbin is, and tried again, it did it again. It sews three or four stiches nicely, then it locks up, and voila.......tangle on back again...any ideas?
Lishka
- Thursday, September 15, 2005 at 18:47:06 (EDT)

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PLEASE!! HELP!!! Need to get gift monogrammed (two pillowcases, two hand towels and one sheet)Where do i go macys says 2-3 weeks I need them in 2 days.
Blanche
- Tuesday, September 13, 2005 at 16:31:06 (EDT)

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Ale_horse ~ Any small appliance repair can replace the plug on the electric cord.
Judy
- Tuesday, September 13, 2005 at 13:45:20 (EDT)

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does anybody know a really good, reputable sewing maching repair store in new york city? just moved here and have no idea where to go. the machine is fairly old and it needs a new plug. totally lost.
ale_horse
- Monday, September 12, 2005 at 14:32:15 (EDT)

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Ice - Go to Sears.com and click on the 'parts' button. It's really small, but you'll eventually see it. Input your model# and eventually you see what you want in the list of parts.
Judy
- Saturday, September 10, 2005 at 21:56:48 (EDT)

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Hi. I'm new to the whole sewing/craft thing. I'm 23 and my mom has been telling me for *years* that I needed to learn, so, now I am. :) I jusr bought a Kenmore machine (model 15202), but it needs a new power cord. Where on earth can I get one? Any healp would be greatly appriciated! thanks for your time.
Ice
- Friday, September 09, 2005 at 23:13:05 (EDT)

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Julita - Go to sewing-machine-manuals.com. They have the manual you are looking for. It's item# smm513a. $16.00. Also, on ebay there is a machine like yours that has tons of attachments and the manual. The item# is 8212324103. In the past, I have won an auction for a sewing machine and asked them to only send to me the items I requested, i.e., the attachments and manuals. I let them keep the machine. If your machine doesn't have all the attachments, here's a good opportunity to get them. Sometimes, if no one bids on the auction, you can contact them through their ebay ID and offer them $20-$30 for the items you want. I think on this particular auction they have a starting price of $50. The manual and attachments are certainly worth that. I would bid on it; chances are that no one else is interested. When you win the auction just tell them you only want the attachments and manual; not the machine, and, that you will be waiting for the invoice with the ammended shipping fee. Don't send any money until you see the ammended shipping fee. They will be happy to be able to 'sell' the machine again. If you've never bought anything on ebay, you will have to register and you will have to submit a credit card #. Don't worry, I've been buying off ebay for a couple of years now and have no problems. Once you're registered, you can bid on auctions. I always use Paypal to send payments. You have to register with them, too. I use Paypal to pay with my credit card because the seller gets the money that day and can send your item right away. If you pay through your bank checking account, it takes several days before it shows up as 'paid'. Through Paypal, you just have to click on 'optional funding' instead of paying through your checking account if you want to use your credit card. They call it 'e-credit'. OK, now I've given too much info and you're probably getting confused.
Judy
- Wednesday, September 07, 2005 at 13:45:16 (EDT)

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Julita - what a great find! Write a thank you to the people who put it by the curb. Believe it or not, they may come across the manual later and then could call you to come get it.
Judy
- Monday, September 05, 2005 at 12:23:06 (EDT)

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HI ALL - I HAVE JUST AQUIRED AN OLD KENMORE ULTRA-STITCH 12 (IT WAS ON THE CURB SIDE FOR FREE - AND RUNS LIKE A CHARM!)~ IT IS BEAUTIFUL - ALMOST NEW CONDITION.... PROBLEM IS...NO INSTRUCTION MANUAL. IF ANYONE HAS ONE OR ONE TO COPY I WOULD MOST GREATLY APPRECIATE IT! THANKS FOR ANY HELP! JULITA YOU CAN EMAIL ME AT s_j_cushman@adelphia.net (are you allowed to give your email address?)
Julita
- Sunday, September 04, 2005 at 17:13:14 (EDT)

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Sarah - If you have taken the class, you can call for more information. It will be available next week for sale to students only.
Gregory at Sew Fast Sew Easy
- Saturday, September 03, 2005 at 12:15:48 (EDT)

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Is there someone out there that knows ANYTHING about a Commodore Sewing machine? It is a beautiful multi-function machine in a Quen Anne cabinet. I would appreciate any info. Thanks
Marilyn
- Saturday, September 03, 2005 at 11:26:36 (EDT)

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I just took the short sleeve tshirt class and loved it. When will the long sleeve tshirt pattern be available for purchase?
sarah
- Saturday, September 03, 2005 at 09:19:24 (EDT)

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with regards to the jeans - try H & M - I have hugely disproptioned hips in relation to my waist, and these are the only brand that work - and they are superbly cheap! Hope this helps! with regards to Vynll fabric -you can get needles that have a bulge in them - this should prevent tearing Re pencil vs A-line skirt. The latter is a skirt that flares from the waist, and looks like an unspide down V. suites all shapes, and is rather flatering and fashionable. Pencil skirts - returned to the cat walk this year - are basically a straight skirt, sometimes taken in at the hem - so something like an l shape or a y if you are not very, very slim and shapely - good luck, both should be relatively easy to make With regards to double needles - you buy them as such, you don't insert two needles - visit your local haberdashery store and they should be able to help what a great site - good to see so many fellow sewers all the best from a rather sunny Scotland!
sam eccles
- Thursday, September 01, 2005 at 15:20:19 (EDT)

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More Blind stitch help please. I spent most of yesterdsay afternoon at my machine trying to blind stitch. Every time it came out looking like a seam. What am I doing wrong :(
Chris
- Thursday, September 01, 2005 at 15:20:05 (EDT)

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I like jeans that have a boot leg cut. I tend to wear men's jeans since the pockets are deeper and accomodate the garth of my thighs. I like a low waist cut, but not super low cut. I don't have a favorite jean brand as I'm seaching for a brand that addresses my concerns.
fashionista in training - Wednesday, August 31, 2005 at 18:07:07 (EDT)

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I was wondering if anyone could describe the difference between a pencil skirt and an A line skirt. I'm mostly interested in making a pencil skirt.
fashionista in training - Wednesday, August 31, 2005 at 17:59:06 (EDT)

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I was recently given a Deluxe Electro Grand sewing machine. All I was told about it is that it can use two needles at once. There are no instruction manuals or anything. Anyone have an idea on where I can get one?
Colleen
- Tuesday, August 30, 2005 at 15:25:49 (EDT)

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I recently purchased a Shark 384 and was wondering where do I purschase parts/accessories for it. If accessories are not easy to come by maybe I should think about returning it.
New At This
- Tuesday, August 30, 2005 at 12:22:30 (EDT)

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Im looking for a Singer 328K Repair manual. I'm 25 and looking to start working on some projects but the one I got Im having trouble with some of the pullies, Does anyone have a copy or a repair manual that they could email or copy for me? I will pay for the copies and s&h. Thank you! ncgirl@gmail.com
Christina Petit
- Monday, August 29, 2005 at 13:31:01 (EDT)

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Thanks for the tip on needlepunch. I know I'll be able to find fusible fleece at my local shop, though. Is there an alternate name for fusible weft, too? I'm unable to find it on your site, and would really like to complete the project as it's recommended in the book, so I'm hoping you can help me out. Thanks again!
Heather
- Sunday, August 28, 2005 at 16:57:24 (EDT)

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Dear heather - Needlepunch is located on our site and ships out next day. Here is the location on the site to look for it. http://www.sewfastseweasy.com/items/New+Items We know that you will love it.
Customer Service at Sew fast sew easy
- Sunday, August 28, 2005 at 11:09:29 (EDT)

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I'm about to start creating a bag from the Sew Fast Sew Easy book, and have run into a little snag (please pardon the pun). I've been unable to locate "needlepunch" and "fusible weft" in my small town. We have a Joann Fabrics in town (which is really the most reliable source for me, (unless I care to spend days and days researching smaller sewing shops for the hope that they'll even know what I'm talking about) and they've not heard of either. No experienced seamstresses I know have ever heard of them, either. I realize that the instructions say that I can use one, both, or neither, but I'd like to try to experiment with as many of the suggested materials as I can while I'm still learning. Can anyone help me out?
Heather
- Sunday, August 28, 2005 at 09:50:40 (EDT)

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If anyone has a Singer serger machine model 14U34 manual and can scan and send them to me, it would be greatly appreciated. Thank Amy (amy_nugent04@hotmail.com)
Amy Nugent
- Sunday, August 28, 2005 at 08:58:35 (EDT)

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I your online learning videos. I spoke with Gregory and he mentioned new ones were coming out. Do you know when and what the videos are?
tina
- Saturday, August 27, 2005 at 21:35:17 (EDT)

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We would love to know what your favorite brand of jean is.
SewFastSewEasy
- Saturday, August 27, 2005 at 18:55:04 (EDT)

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So we would love to know what's your favorite brand of Jean.
SewFastSewEasy
- Saturday, August 27, 2005 at 18:54:01 (EDT)

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Everyone! What is your favorite brand of jeans? Why? What is your favorite cut? We're gathering info! Let us know!
Annie - SFSE
- Saturday, August 27, 2005 at 12:49:20 (EDT)

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We are interested in knowing your favorite brand of jeans and the fit that you like the best.
customer Service at Sew Fast Sew Easy
- Wednesday, August 17, 2005 at 16:57:07 (EDT)

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Thanks Judy for the tip on keeping the cord ends from fraying.
Deb
- Wednesday, August 17, 2005 at 12:49:41 (EDT)

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When my mother passed away she left me two vintage sewing machines. One is Electro-Grand Deluxe sewing Machine made by Brother Deluxe precision, built 1968. The other machine is a Domestic ZigzagStitcher Model 268 made by White, Cleveland, Ohio circa 1966-1969. Would anyone have a zerox copy of the instructions for using the different attachments? I have the manuels for both machines, just need the "HOW TO USE THESE ATTACHMENTS". The machines are well cared for and I want to learn how to quilt on these machines. Would appreciate any info. Thanks, Holly Rose
Holly Rose Lawrence/hollyrose@netscape.com
- Tuesday, August 16, 2005 at 18:29:07 (EDT)

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I just recently was given a Brothers VX 1120 sewing machine. The electrical and foot pedal are missing along with the manual and bobbins. Where can I go to buy the manual and parts - the sewing machine looks like it has never been used. Any help will be greatly appreciates.
Anne
- Tuesday, August 16, 2005 at 00:29:56 (EDT)

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Deb - There are so many possiblities with the cord application. Normally it is buried within the seam. If it is exposed, then I would use thread the same color to stitch the cording to itself, wrapping the thread numerous times around the cord, ending with the thread being penetrated through the cord and snipped on the other side. You can then shorten any stray threads and apply some Fray Check to the exposed end. Another way might be to use some jewely findings after the cord has been wrapped.
Judy
- Monday, August 15, 2005 at 14:34:25 (EDT)

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I was wondering if anyone knows how to finish the ends of cording so it doesn't ravel. I am using the cord as the handle of a purse I am repairing. I would appreciate any suggestions. Thanks
Deb
- Monday, August 15, 2005 at 13:20:31 (EDT)

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Thanks! This helps!
Becky
- Monday, August 15, 2005 at 13:11:01 (EDT)

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Becky - Check out this site. Type in the text and bingo - it is translated for you. http://www.worldlingo.com/en/products_services/worldlingo_translator.html
Customer Service at Sew Fast Sew Easy
- Monday, August 15, 2005 at 11:36:32 (EDT)

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Hello, this machine was given to me for free from my sister. A Singer Tiny Taylor TT700, it's cute. But the ditz lost the manual in English, and gave me the machine with a manual in Spanish. That doesn't help me aside from the nice little pictures. All I need to do is find out how to thread the Bobin, and I'm set. Can anyone help me... Please?
Becky
- Monday, August 15, 2005 at 00:30:08 (EDT)

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Jeanne - I strongly recommend the older machines made up to and through the '70s. You can't go wrong with a Sears Kenmore 158.180. You can find one on ebay right now. You could probably get it under $50 plus $20 for shipping. These machines were made all metal and can stand up to the rigors of slipcover/drapery sewing. I recently purchased one through an antique mall and am exceptionally pleased with it. It even came in a 45" wide sewing cabinet that looks like a writing desk when closed. I paid $60 for it and it runs like its brand new. I'm a bit of a sewing machine collector and purchased it for my daughter, who is 15. This will be a great addition to her furniture when she leaves home. I have 9 machines that I use; each has something special to offer. My favorite is probably the commercial/industrial Singer Zigzag that I purchased when I had an interior decorating business. If you're only going to be making slipcovers for your own use, then the Kenmore 158 will be more than adequate. This particular machine has optional decorative cams that can be used to do decorative stitching. They are often for sale on ebay if your machine doesn't have them, along with instruction manuals, etc.
Judy
- Sunday, August 14, 2005 at 16:29:26 (EDT)

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I would appreciate it if someone could tell me where or how I can learn the art of alteration. I know how to sew by using a pattern, what I need to do is alter ladies slacks, skirts and jackets. Where can I get information, maybe even a good book on the subject. Thank you in advance for any help you can offer. If you would e-mail me that would be great. sarajones01@hotmail.com
Sara
- Sunday, August 14, 2005 at 12:34:40 (EDT)

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Any sewing machine recommendations for a beginner who is going to try and make her own slipcovers for an oversized couch? I am probably looking at buying a Singer, but I am not sure which model. Please email me at jeanmelissa1106@gmail.com. Thank you! Jeannie
Jeannie
- Saturday, August 13, 2005 at 22:53:15 (EDT)

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FOR THOSE OF YOU LOOKING FOR SEWING MACHINE MANUALS.....CHECK OUT www.singer.com...THEY HAVE MANUALS FOR $15 OR SO. ALSO, I AM LOOKING FOR A PATTERN FOR A JACKET, DOUBLE BREASTED WITH DOLMAN SLEEVES. I BELIEVE IT IS A SIMPLICITY. I HAVE USED THIS PATTERN BEFORE, VERY EASY. I THINK IN MY ZEST TO CLEAN OUT MY SEWING STUFF I PITCHED IT. IF ANYONE HAS THIS PATTERN AND CAN GIVE ME THE #, I WOULD BE VERY GREATFUL THANKS
PHYLSEWS
- Saturday, August 13, 2005 at 10:53:25 (EDT)

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Diane, regarding threading your machine...first look to see if there is an illustration ontop of your machine. Often the illustrations are simply raised and colorless, so you can't see it unless you look for it. Once you place the thread on the spool holder, place thread through the thread guide (top back left side), thread straight down nearest tension disc, u-turn, thread take up lever (make sure take up lever is raised in highest position), then locate thread guide(s) near the needle, thread needle and you're done. Good luck!
SFSE Instructor
- Saturday, August 13, 2005 at 02:48:55 (EDT)

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Here is one for the books!! My husband bought me a brand new Sewing Machine (Euro-Pro 7535 Stitch Art) four years ago!! I used to sew when I was much younger. Now I have grandchildren and tons of projects in mind. In four years I have been unable to thread the machine properly!!! I have read the instructions cover to cover, tried all the suggestions and feel plain DUMB!!! Needless to say I would love to sew if I could:) Where can I get VERY SIMPLE directions to thread this machine?? I do manage to thread it and get maybe 4 stitches before the thread on top tightens up and jams.(bobbin thread seems OK) ANY SUGGESTIONS would be appreciated.....Thanx:)
Diane
- Friday, August 12, 2005 at 09:16:02 (EDT)

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Christine- I am the one who is interested in the Janome 9000. I do not know how to contact you. So I am giving you my contact info winsumlssm@aol.com and 832 498 1488... Still have not heard anyone tell me anything about supersize bbw patterns... anyone know of any
Jacquie
- Thursday, August 11, 2005 at 22:57:13 (EDT)

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Have my grandmothers mink stole and want to line or face a denim jean jacket. Any suggestions or help would be appreciated.
Sandy
- Thursday, August 11, 2005 at 18:51:01 (EDT)

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I have a Singer Model 5050. I need to talk to someone about the stitches? I am not successful in making them all work. If someone in here has this model, can you send me an email so we can converse about it easily? thanks, AVJoyce@aol.com
Joyce
- Thursday, August 11, 2005 at 17:42:38 (EDT)

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Wendy - Sorry, I meant Singer 328.
Judy
- Thursday, August 11, 2005 at 00:18:58 (EDT)

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Wendy - You've been given a real prize. I have two Singers older than yours and they work like they're still new. Does yours have a built in zigzag and blind hem stitches? If it does, then you'll never really need another machine. I take that back, I have a Babylock machine and love the overlock stitch that keeps the seams from fraying and so neat looking. Be sure to put a drop of oil in all the places that require it. If you do oil it regularly, it will last your lifetime, no doubt. A good place to see other Singer 358's is on ebay.com.
Judy
- Thursday, August 11, 2005 at 00:17:58 (EDT)

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Gregory- thanks! Can't wait!!
Sharon
- Tuesday, August 09, 2005 at 16:55:55 (EDT)

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Hi I have been give and Singer Sewing machine model 328K. I know nothing about it. Is it a good machine. It seems to be pretty old - but it has the original instruction manual and everything. Can you let me know about it. You can email at winnie1014@hotmail.com Thanks!!
Wendi
- Tuesday, August 09, 2005 at 13:44:11 (EDT)

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Thanks Judy, Think I have it now (well something that looked okay lol), stitched it close along the wrong side of the seam, streching the facing slightly while stitching, then turned it over on the right side and stitched the turned in edge. That had the effect of pulling the facing in flat with the T-shirt. Ahh the pleasures of trial and error and error and error
Andy
- Tuesday, August 09, 2005 at 05:23:24 (EDT)

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I am looking for odd cloth dolls ex: plantation, depression - like dammit dolls, and neat little novelity items. Here's that extra payday I promised. Hence "a payday candy bar"
Margaret Himelright
- Monday, August 08, 2005 at 16:36:28 (EDT)

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Check out our Juki portable industrial. It is made for your constant sewing and use of upholstery fabrics. http://www.sewfastseweasy.com/items/sku/20042
Customer Service at SFSE
- Monday, August 08, 2005 at 15:36:20 (EDT)

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Hi all. First time on the site. I'm looking for a new sewing machine and I'm not sure where to start. I have a line of bags that are coming out in a shop and I'm having difficulty with my persent sewing machine. I sewing with lots of layers, especially with upholstery fabric, so seams get really thick and no matter what size needle I use, my machine simply cannot hold the fabric in place b/c the foot does not have enough pressure. I sew a lot and want to do some research. If anyone has some suggestions, let me know! Where to look or what types of machines have worked for you. I"m willing to go with industrial models if necessary. Thanks!
Rachel
- Monday, August 08, 2005 at 15:30:33 (EDT)

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Andy - Try doing a topstitch right next to the seam, through all layers. If you use the straight stitch foot, it's narrow with one toe longer than the other, the edge of the seam will automatically follow along the inside edge of the foot, making the line of stitches very straight.
Judy
- Monday, August 08, 2005 at 11:28:58 (EDT)

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Sharon - we have another book that will be available in January of 2006.
Gregory at Sew Fast Sew Easy
- Monday, August 08, 2005 at 06:36:30 (EDT)

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Hi, I'm try to do the facing on the neck of a T-shirt Im making. I cant seem to get it to lay flat, any clues (it always seems to stand up right) ... please.
Andy
- Monday, August 08, 2005 at 05:18:26 (EDT)

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I was looking at previous comments and saw a couple of requests for the Baby Blindstitch CM-606 Manual and was wondering if it was still needed as I have one. What I need is a web site that will give me ideas of what to use the machine for.
Janice
- Sunday, August 07, 2005 at 21:38:09 (EDT)

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I was looking at previous comments and saw a couple of requests for the Baby Blindstitch CM-606 Manual and was wondering if it was still needed as I have one. What I need is a web site that will give me ideas of what to use the machine for.
Janice
- Sunday, August 07, 2005 at 21:38:05 (EDT)

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Disregarding what "not buyin' it" wrote, I have no connection with this website or the people who wrote the book. I live in Woodstock, NB, Canada. There is no sewing school here and this book is the next best thing. Further, I could care less if you're "not buyin' it". The question wasn't for you, buut for the people who maintain this website.
Sharon
- Sunday, August 07, 2005 at 18:49:07 (EDT)

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Just before my mother passed away in 1994, she gave my daughter her Kenmore 1351 sewing machine. I am looking for the middle 4 pages of the instruction manual. Can anyone help me.
Happy Stitcher
- Sunday, August 07, 2005 at 11:55:08 (EDT)

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Any chance you know the definition of the word "shill"?
not buyin' it
- Sunday, August 07, 2005 at 10:19:18 (EDT)

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Any chance you'll be releasing another book? I absolutely LOVE the Sew fast Sew Easy book. The projects are so easy and professional looking.
Sharon
- Sunday, August 07, 2005 at 08:42:55 (EDT)

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JoAnn Fabrics has the type of nylon I believe you are looking for.
Phylsews
- Saturday, August 06, 2005 at 16:53:44 (EDT)

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Gloria - When I typed the instructions, I did double spacing between steps to make it easier to read, but this system does not allow the double spacing of lines - sorry.
Judy
- Thursday, August 04, 2005 at 11:42:14 (EDT)

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Gloria - Lots of people have asked how to do the blind stitch on their sewing machines; even with pictures available, so you're not alone. These instructions are for a double folded hem. Please use a 'practice' piece of fabric. 1. Turn the trousers inside out. Make your first fold, pin and press with an iron. 2. Fold the hem again, reinserting the pin about a quarter of an inch from the edge of the first fold with the pinhead extending past the fold. You may lightly press with an iron if it makes it easier to handle the fabric. 3. Now fold the entire pinned hem to the inside of the leg, leaving the pins in place. The pins will allow the pant leg to create another fold on top of the 'hem area'. The newly folded pant leg will be to the left and there will be 1/4" of hem protruding to the right with the pinhead also protruding in that direction. 4. Place your fabric on the machine so that the needle will be sewing on the fabric that is to the right of the top fold. Slowly stitch. Every 5-6 stitches the machine needle will move to the left and make 1 stitch in the top fold, then return to the original position. Be sure to stop and remove pins right before the machine needle gets to them. When you are finished, you will need to press the finished hem to make it look nice. Press it from the WRONG side. If you press from the right side, the hem will be very noticeable. Gloria, I hope this helps. The more you sew, the easier it becomes, truly!
Judy
- Thursday, August 04, 2005 at 11:40:04 (EDT)

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Need explicit instructions (pitures if possible) on how to do invisible hem (by machine) on mens trousers. I just can't fiture out how to do it with the pictures in the booklet that came with my new sewing machine. Thanks so much. Gloria
Gloria
- Thursday, August 04, 2005 at 10:21:56 (EDT)

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Shannon - Any fabric store should carry the sports nylon that you are looking for. However, I always check at Super Wal-Mart, because they sometimes have it in their discount bins for $1 a yard. Just check the end of the bolt for fabric content.
Judy
- Wednesday, August 03, 2005 at 10:32:00 (EDT)

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Serrah - If you are applying just one closure to the opening, the stress causes it to bulge or pull. In addition to the exterior button or hook, you need to apply one on the inside of the waistband to take most of the pressure, leaving the one on the outside to be more for appearances' sake.
Judy
- Wednesday, August 03, 2005 at 10:28:35 (EDT)

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Where can I find 100% nylon fabric? the kind they use for running pants etc..Thank You!
shannon
- Wednesday, August 03, 2005 at 08:28:47 (EDT)

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Can anyone tell me how to get my waistband to lie flat on my fly front pants/shorts? Everytime I make the pants with a fly front opening the closure be it button or snap seems to be very bulky. Please help!
serrah
- Wednesday, August 03, 2005 at 08:27:56 (EDT)

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Jackie - you read my mind! That's what I'm doing after I finish these drapes tonight. It's a straight skirt with a double ruffle. Should be so adorable on my daughter.
Judy
- Tuesday, August 02, 2005 at 17:32:50 (EDT)

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Gregory - I sent two emails. What's up?
Judy
- Tuesday, August 02, 2005 at 17:30:11 (EDT)

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Thank god it is back up. I have been noticing so many people wearing skirts. It is so inspiring. I am going to make some too.
Jackie
- Monday, August 01, 2005 at 18:42:42 (EDT)

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Judy - please send us an e-mail at store@sewfastseweasy.com when you have a moment. Gregory
Customer Service
- Friday, July 15, 2005 at 05:28:09 (EDT)

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Phylsews - Straight skirt with elastic waist and no zipper, right? If so, then make both the skirt and the overlay and attch them together with a basting stitch. Here's something to think about. Do both fabrics have the same amount of 'give'? I think I would make the overlay just a tad bigger, perhaps 3/8". This will put less stress on the overlay. In the old days, they would make a thread chain and connect the two layers at the side seams down close to the hemline; leaving a slight space for 'give'. This way the overlay wouldn't have the opportunity to slide up.
Judy
- Thursday, July 14, 2005 at 20:12:26 (EDT)

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I AM TRYING TO MAKE A STRAIGHT SKIRT WITH A SHEER OVERLAY. AN ELASTIC WAIST. SHOULD I CONNECT THE TWO SKIRTS BEFORE I MAKE THE WAISTBAND, OR SHOULD THEY BE TWO SEPARATE SKIRTS? I DO NOT HAVE A PATTERN. ANY HELP WOULD BE GREATLY APPRECIATED. I HAVE NO EXPERIENCE WITH "SHEER" FABRIC.
PHYLSEWS
- Thursday, July 14, 2005 at 18:35:22 (EDT)

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DAVID; YOU MIGHT TRY THIS # FOR SEARS, WHO SELLS KENMORE...1 800 366-PART 6 AM TO 10 PM CENTRAL. THEIR WEBSITE SAYS THEY HAVE 1000'S OF DIAGRAMS, JUST MIGHT HAVE YOURS.
PHYLSEWS
- Thursday, July 14, 2005 at 10:44:54 (EDT)

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Dear Janet - send a message to store@sewfastseweasy.com regarding these products or we can contact you. Are you in the quilting store in Maine still? Please e-mail us.
Webmaster
- Wednesday, July 13, 2005 at 23:36:11 (EDT)

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PLEASE!!!!!!! ALL I WANT IS IFORMATION ON A KENMORE ULTRA-STITCH 10. I'M REPAIRING THIS MACHINE. IT WAS GIVEN TO MY MOTHER AND I WOULD LIKE INFORMATION ON IT. TOYDR54@MSN.COM
David Ryan
- Wednesday, July 13, 2005 at 18:27:27 (EDT)

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hi, i like the new products but am wondering if you yet have them with the actual logo on them instead of the photosh'pd mockups shown on the site? thank you!!!
janet allen
- Wednesday, July 13, 2005 at 15:45:02 (EDT)

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SOMEBODY used my expensive pinking shears for GOSH KNOWS WHAT!!!!! Now they won't cut right. I'll have to send them to the factory, no doubt, unless one of you has a better idea.
Judy
- Wednesday, July 13, 2005 at 12:27:30 (EDT)

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which races?
jellyfish
- Tuesday, July 12, 2005 at 22:44:53 (EDT)

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Does anyone know a website that has a quick easy guide to making hats for the races?
Rebecca
- Tuesday, July 12, 2005 at 22:28:03 (EDT)

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This website is for discussion of sewing, knitting, and other creative ideas. Please do not make this a forum a space for misinformation or unrelated discussions. There are plenty of sites that do not care what you post on their site.
Gregory at Sew Fast Sew Easy
- Tuesday, July 12, 2005 at 16:19:25 (EDT)

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Dear Judy, Thank you so much for the help!!! You've told me things I would never have taken into consideration. Wish me luck - I'm going to the sewing room to begin. I'll let you know in a few days how things turned out!! Olivia
smithovc
- Tuesday, July 12, 2005 at 11:24:54 (EDT)

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Shelly - What era is a Singer 132? Perhaps the bobbin was placed in reverse? Are you using the same thread in bobbin and needle? Is the shuttle case actually moving when the needle moves? There may be a piece of thread or packed lint keeping the shuttle mechanism from spinning.
Judy
- Tuesday, July 12, 2005 at 04:23:58 (EDT)

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Smithovc - Just lay it out on a large surface with the skirt fanned out; you will see the train extending past the front hemline. I would trim off that portion that extends. Determine the length of the christening gown plus 1/2" for joining to bodice and whatever size hem you want. The hemming will be done absolutely last. Since some of the fabric is on the bias, you will need to let the finished gown hang for a couple of days so the bias can relax. At that time, you will probably notice that the hemline is very uneven (this is what a bias cut skirt will do). Now you may even the hemline and finish the hem. It shouldn't stretch out of place anymore.
Judy
- Tuesday, July 12, 2005 at 04:18:08 (EDT)

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Dear Judy, I'd pretty much decided to do just what you said - shortening the wedding dress's skirt, reattaching the original lace to the bottom and then gathering it to fit the new bodice I've made from a pattern. I have 2 problems with the skirt: first, I'm concerned about the material that's cut on the bias, I'm uncertain how the fact that there is bias material I need to work with will effect the christening gown when it's finished (and that may be a nonproblem - I've just never done it before). Second, I can't figure out how to get a reference point on the skirt so I can cut it shorter. The top of the skirt has a V where the original bodice fit and it's been cut rounded to fit. I can't measure from the bottom of the skirt because of the train. It's about 18" longer in the back than in the front. The material for the train slowly gets longer as it gets further from the center front. I guess my real problem is I only have one chance at this - if I mess up the cutting I can't run to the fabric store and get more. smithovc
smithovc
- Monday, July 11, 2005 at 17:42:15 (EDT)

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I have a Singer 132 machine. It was working fine and then suddenly it stopped picking up the bobbin thread. I tried changing the bobbin, cleaned the machine, threaded it again but to no avail. Can someon tell me what could be wrong?
Shelly <rom31@hotmail.com>
Singapore, Singapore Singapore - Monday, July 11, 2005 at 12:03:38 (EDT)

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customer service at sew fast sew easy
- Monday, July 11, 2005 at 09:38:49 (EDT)

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Chris - Check to make sure the shank is completely seated onto the presser bar.
Judy
- Monday, July 11, 2005 at 02:39:15 (EDT)

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Smithovc - Are you planning to just gather the existing skirt at the waist to loosely fit the child, cut to appropriate length and then attaching a bodice made from a pattern; or what exactly was your plan of approach? You could measure from the hem up to where you want the bodice to start and cut it there, then gather before attaching it to the new bodice. This leaves you with a shortened dress, that may fit somebody.
Judy
- Monday, July 11, 2005 at 02:38:05 (EDT)

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I need help! My dauhter wants me to make a christening gown for my grandson from my mother's old wedding dress. The material is in good shape, as is the lace. I've taken the dress apart (taken off the lace, removed the zipper, separated the bodice from the skirt, etc). Now it's time to actually cut the skirt - but - it has a train. The back of the skirt is about 18 inches longer than the front. The front panel of the skirt is cut with the grain. The back/side pieces are cut on the bias. Can someone walk me through this?
smithovc
- Sunday, July 10, 2005 at 17:13:21 (EDT)

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I have the manual for my Singer 603 and the hemming foot came with it. I just don't understand why it sits on the face plate even when the latch is in the up position. There is no room to feed the fabric between the foot and the face plate.
Chris
- Sunday, July 10, 2005 at 14:40:42 (EDT)

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Sewrookie - Sometimes machine gathering works and sometimes it doesn't. If you can't get the hang of machine gathering, then just do it by hand. Thread a needle and start gathering the fabric, pull the thread to make the gather the size you want. I don't put a knot at the ends of the gather, I put a pin perpendicular at each end of the gathered area and just do a figure 8 wrap around the pin a few times to hold it. When I have it gathered to the right size, I machine stitch the seam and then unwrap the pins and pull the thread right out.
Judy
- Sunday, July 10, 2005 at 12:28:59 (EDT)

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Ruth - I have a Singer from the 80's and it's possible that they still fill the bobbin the same way. This is how mine works. Put an empty bobbin in the shuttle (place where the bobbin goes) and then do not completely close the slide plate (there might be a little arrow or mark on it to show where it lines up with another mark on the machine bed). Raise the presser foot. Bring the needle thread underneath the presser foot and the wind it around the set screw one time (set screw holds the foot onto the shank). Look for a button that says 'bobbin' or shows a picture of a bobbin and press it. Start running the machine slowly. After a couple of revolutions, the needle will stop moving, but the bobbin will continue to fill. When you think you have enough thread on the bobbin, stop. Close the slide plate. Run the dull side of a scissor blade under the raised presser foot and pull the thread towards you about 8". Cut the thread in two. You now have the bobbin wound and ready to go.
Judy
- Sunday, July 10, 2005 at 12:22:30 (EDT)

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you could sew two basting stitches next to each and pull the one thread near the edge very carefully. This will allow you to gather. Then you should sew over the gathers with a stitch length of 2-3
stitchy
- Sunday, July 10, 2005 at 10:32:22 (EDT)

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ok,here's a question for all of you pros....when the pattern says to "gather", is there a way to do this if i don't have the gathering foot?thanks...i just found this cafe....LOVE IT! sewrookie
sewrookie
- Sunday, July 10, 2005 at 08:16:05 (EDT)

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I recently bought a Singer Creative Touch 1030 at a yard sale. I have the manual. I just can't figure out how to put thread on the bobbin or get the bobbin thread up. I am just learning how to sew, have been using a very simple old Sears machine. You thread the bobbin while it is in place on the Singer. I went to Singer site but the 2 options for type of machine do not look like what I have. Can someone help me figure this out? Ruth
Ruth
- Sunday, July 10, 2005 at 00:40:05 (EDT)

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Vina - If you already know how to knit and want it to go much faster, then a machine like Bond is definitely worth the investment. However, don't plan on doing complicated lacy stitching on it for speed because that's just too time consuming; the stitches have to be hand picked for lacy patterned stuff. However, I do enjoy placing a couple of cable patterns down the length of a sweater or afghan. I must've made 20 scarves last year before my daughter said, ..."that's enough, Mom." lol I have plans for half a dozen ponchos this winter. Register with the Lion website to get the monthly newsletter. It's always chock full of free patterns (esp. ponchos). Bond puts out a monthly newsletter that has helpful and new techniques for the machine. I get my yarn from a gal on eBay who sells cone yarn, mohair blend, for about $1 an ounce. I bought $100 worth and she gave me free shipping - that's part of her deal. I made the lightest, fluffiest poncho and scarf from her yarn and it was definitely the best deal around. Will work on the rest of the mohair blend this winter. Her eBay store name is Walnut Creek Yarns and her eBay name is creeksoon. I also added to the width of my knitting machine by buying another machine off eBay and put the two together. Now I have a 200 needle bed that does afghans. Gotta go. More later.
Judy
- Saturday, July 09, 2005 at 14:15:24 (EDT)

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Judy - I have been wanting to get a knitting machine. I have a hard time mastering the time it takes, so do you think the machine is easier. I am a busy bee so I like to keep moving.
Vina
- Saturday, July 09, 2005 at 13:49:34 (EDT)

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By the way, does anyone here machine knit? I have a Bond knitting machine and absolutely love it! I can knit a Fun Fur neck scarf in 45 minutes...no kidding! It takes me two hours to do a baby cardigan and then some to stitch it together. I use the invisible seaming technique so the seams aren't lumpy AND sometimes I can't even find them they look so good.
Judy
- Saturday, July 09, 2005 at 13:42:34 (EDT)

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Has anyone looked at the Lion Yarn site? Nice knitted purses.
Judy
- Saturday, July 09, 2005 at 13:39:14 (EDT)

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Chris - Check the shank length of your hemmer foot. Perhaps it doesn't belong to your machine.
Judy
- Saturday, July 09, 2005 at 13:36:32 (EDT)

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Here's something that I posted on eBay regarding the best sewing book ever published. http://forums.ebay.com/db2/thread.jspa?messageID=1000200367�
Judy
- Saturday, July 09, 2005 at 13:33:11 (EDT)

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Chris - Since you really like the old Singers, why don't you go to eBay and bid on one of the Singer Sewing books by Pickens. You can get one for $3-$4 and they have a ton of information in them. They even show pictures of all the attachments and what can be done with them. I highly recommend the book to all sewers - it has tips that even my mother didn't know about, and of course, she knows everything! lol When I go downstairs, I'll look up the hemming foot in my book and see what it says. Post that info tomorrow.
Judy
- Saturday, July 09, 2005 at 03:09:36 (EDT)

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Seeing as how you can *purchase* Singer sewing machine manuals at Singer's website, I'd guess them.
Offended
- Friday, July 08, 2005 at 20:56:22 (EDT)

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HI, I recently bought at a yard sale a Singer model 603. This is the same machine I learned to sew on oh so long ago. Anyway I want to use the hemming foot, but it is too long, it sits on the face plate, this is the right foot for this machine, am I missing something? By the way this machine runs like a dream, came with tons of attachments, not bad for $10.
Chris
- Friday, July 08, 2005 at 14:01:02 (EDT)

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craft. love. spread peace and creativity. enjoy your art. express yourself.
Peaceful Craftster
- Friday, July 08, 2005 at 08:37:18 (EDT)

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SFSE wouldn't know a TM from a knitting needle.
iamwhoiam
- Friday, July 08, 2005 at 00:00:26 (EDT)

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Angel Mercury - thanks so much for the link to the Sears parts page. Now I can get some monogram cams for my old Kenmore that I recently purchased. They even had a manual, however, I've already bid on one on eBay. But, if I lose the auction, I know where to get a new one! Thanks, again!
Judy
- Thursday, July 07, 2005 at 23:31:39 (EDT)

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Judy, Elyssa should have hired you to be her lawyer. Go Judy go.
impressed at the depth
- Thursday, July 07, 2005 at 23:04:40 (EDT)

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Breaking copyright laws over the use of a sewing machine manual!!! Now I know I've heard everything! Of course the manufacturer wants us to be able to use the machines that we've purchased. Get over it! A couple of years ago I was the editor for a local quilt guild. Every month I had to come up with ideas for the newsletter. I found a very interesting technique in a major quilt magazine, so I called them and asked the Editor if I could use the article in our newsletter. Her response was a definite 'Yes'. By the way, every month I copied something from a major quilt magazine, and yes, I had permission. During the course of talking with her, I mentioned that we had used one of their quilt patterns for a 'raffle' quilt and had raised over $5,000. She was ecstatic and wanted to know if she could use our guild name and story in a lecture that she was going to be giving that month. It made her day to know that the use of an aricle from her magazine had made such an impact on our guild and that the money raised was used for charitable causes; educational scholarships, local boys home, lap quilts for the nursing homes and etc. "Copyright" doesn't mean it can never, ever be copied. Who are we to say that the internet businesses who sell copies of machine manuals to us don't have the express permission of the machine company? I say let the machine companies speak for themselves if they don't want us to copy their manuals and you can then have time to blah blah about something else. This is all I have to say about it and if you want to argue, then you'll be talking to a brick wall.
Judy
- Thursday, July 07, 2005 at 22:56:48 (EDT)

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Offended -- get over yourself, or better yet, go join the knitters. We are here to help each other. I doubt any sewing company that has sold a sewing machine is going to get worked up over sharing the manual. They want people to be able to use their equipment. Besides, more than half the posts here are about lost manuals...that's what we do here. Good for you Judy. So Sue, what model are you looking for?
Lisa
- Thursday, July 07, 2005 at 19:26:27 (EDT)

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Sue and Judy, I hope you aren't seriously considering breaking copyright. I can't believe the moderators haven't either deleted your posts and posted a message about upholding the law. It is bad enough that the knitters keep freaking out about Sew Fast Sew Easy enforcing trademark...if we are to try to force others to obey the law (assuming that the trademark stands), we certainly need to uphold it ourselves.
Offended
- Thursday, July 07, 2005 at 19:22:28 (EDT)

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Sue, what's your Singer model number?
Judy
- Thursday, July 07, 2005 at 14:48:22 (EDT)

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gee whiz, i was just catching up on the boards and i've never had a customer service rep get fresh with me...kisses, huh? :)
sewing slut
- Wednesday, July 06, 2005 at 22:47:02 (EDT)

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oh where, oh where has my sewing machine manual gone, oh where oh where can it be? seriously, anyone willing to break copyright and make a copy for me? its a singer sewing machine.
sue
- Wednesday, July 06, 2005 at 22:45:20 (EDT)

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For those of you looking for sewing machine manuals, here's a site from which I plan to order a manual. These are the machines in which they specialize; Bernina, Kenmore, Singer, Brother and Husqvarna Viking. The prices seem reasonable. http://www.sewconsult.com/id19.htm This is another site. http://www.sewing.about.com/gi/dynamic/offsite.htm?site=http://www.sewwhat.net/millie/H.sm%5FmanualsCOPIES.htm
Judy
- Wednesday, July 06, 2005 at 22:03:52 (EDT)

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I'm looking for the manual for a Sears Kenmore model #2142. Anyone know where I can find it online? Thanks! Carrie Carrie, you can order manuals from the Sears Parts Store directly through their store at www3.sears.com. Enter the full model number in the appliance search and it will have you varify which appliance/model and then select what parts you want, in your case the manual.
Angel Mercury
- Wednesday, July 06, 2005 at 18:46:18 (EDT)

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Sandy - Piping with the balls is the easiest way. Check out your local trimmings store, they should have a selection from which you could choose.
Customer Service at SFSE
- Wednesday, July 06, 2005 at 11:59:19 (EDT)

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I am making a throw pillow and want to trim the edges with ball fringe. Is it possible to sew the fringe on before sewing the sides of the pillow together (as with piping), or should I add it on the outside after the pillow is sewn? Thanks for any help! Just found your website - it's great!
Sandy F.
- Wednesday, July 06, 2005 at 11:13:12 (EDT)

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I have been up all night sewing and doing internet research. I am bazonked at this point.
Jumpy
- Wednesday, July 06, 2005 at 05:39:40 (EDT)

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Thank you for patronizing our Stitch and Bitch Cafe. The cafe will be closed for the Independence Day holiday. We know that you will be doing some stitchin' and bitchin' over the holiday! Kisses.
Customer Service at Sew Fast Sew Easy
- Saturday, July 02, 2005 at 18:12:11 (EDT)

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I have gone to the cafepress website, read the letter posted by the Chicago chapter and seen the newsgroup pages and I now would like to throw my hat into the ring. Knitters and "crafters" please just chill. This is not a forum for your diatribe against the company that owns the copyright. This is a forum for sewers, knitters, crocheters and others who are interested in needle work of all forms. I have checked and no sewfastseweasy members have made postings to your newsgroups or chatrooms. You claim to be supporters of the notion that women can get together talk, bitch and enjoy each others company both online and offline - well that is what this site is all about - so respect the women that have joined this organization. There is no need for the angry, incoherent moralistic and righteous "I am better than you are" and "you have no right". Nothing can be resolved in this way. lise-anne
sewnotabitch
- Friday, July 01, 2005 at 21:53:22 (EDT)

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Does anyone know where I could get a teflon zipper foot?
Mel
- Thursday, June 30, 2005 at 11:49:07 (EDT)

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Skirts are the summer fashion.
from Paris
- Thursday, June 30, 2005 at 04:16:23 (EDT)

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My last post is for a sewing machine...if you'd need to know that. lol
Carrie
- Wednesday, June 29, 2005 at 14:23:23 (EDT)

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I'm looking for the manual for a Sears Kenmore model #2142. Anyone know where I can find it online? Thanks!
Carrie
- Wednesday, June 29, 2005 at 14:20:20 (EDT)

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Janet; I just bought a used Babyloc Serger, pd a lot more than $250. I bought this brand because it is made by Juki and I have a Juki industrial machine that is still running great after 28 years. Mine has the automatic threader which is GREAT. I haven't used it much, just haven't the time right now. I am not sure of the ##s PHYLL
PhylSews
- Wednesday, June 29, 2005 at 11:23:33 (EDT)

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Oh-yes, another is a used BabyLock serger-serviced and working for 250.00 It is maybe 12 years old.-BL4736 Anyone know this machine? Janet
janet
- Wednesday, June 29, 2005 at 09:12:21 (EDT)

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I am trying to buy a simple beginner serger. I have been told about two. One is the singer 14SH654 for 200.00 and one is the Juki MO644D for 300.00 Does anyone know the difference between the two? what are the main types of stitches I would want to be able to do? I would sew clothing and baby blankets.
janet
- Wednesday, June 29, 2005 at 09:06:19 (EDT)

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nevermind about the shark 384 straight stitch question, i figured it out. if anyone still has issues making their euro-pro straight stitch, set it zigzag mode and set the stitch width dial to zero. that should do it. enjoy your straight stitching. :)
jean
- Tuesday, June 28, 2005 at 18:20:36 (EDT)

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for the lady looking for the NECCHI 537L manual they are selling at HRDkiosk.com.
carmen
- Tuesday, June 28, 2005 at 11:11:15 (EDT)

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I just bought a shark 384 as well and can't seem to make it sew a straight stitch, either. The instruction manual is crap...for straight stitching, it refers to a page about changing the needle! UGH! I see someone else had the same problem...please help.
jean
- Monday, June 27, 2005 at 16:49:36 (EDT)

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I thought it would be easy to find a bath pillow pattern online, but most of my search results are for sites SELLING bath pillows. I know they're cheap, but I want to make one as a gift. Help! (I did find a Simplicity pattern that I can buy, but am still having a hard time understanding how I can't find a pattern on line!) Thanks in advance
Melissa
- Monday, June 27, 2005 at 10:54:55 (EDT)

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It is not a khaki pant, it is more of a dress pant. We use a commerial pattern and do fittings in the class for a better fit.
Customer Service at Sew Fast Sew Easy
- Thursday, June 23, 2005 at 15:17:27 (EDT)

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Hi, I took your level 2 skirt class and loved it and had been meaning to take the next level, a fitted pants class, but after finally getting around to it see that it now appears to be a class for making khakis. It also looks good but I'm wondering if you'll consider running the fitted pants class again? Don't even want to try to attempt it on my own -- will be painful for all concerned, both my tools and me. . . Thank you!
rw
- Thursday, June 23, 2005 at 13:36:02 (EDT)

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Kristina, if the denim is extremely thick you should probably change to a denim needle or size 16 or 18.
JJ
- Wednesday, June 22, 2005 at 20:03:28 (EDT)

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Please help!!! I'm trying to sew through 2 pieces of demin on a sewing machine and for some reason the treads are not looping. It works just fine when I sew on one piece of the demin. I am baffled and really irritated. Please hepl!!!
Kristina
- Wednesday, June 22, 2005 at 16:45:49 (EDT)

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i just bought a shark euro-pro 384 and I can't figure out how to make it sew a straight stitch. Anyone know how???? I've read the manuel several times. It want's to zig-zag.
mary
- Tuesday, June 21, 2005 at 20:15:33 (EDT)

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Hi! I am wanting to make a sarong dress for my little girls to wear to the pool. I want it to be able to cross at the chest and tie around the neck. I have wasted some material trying to get it to look right. Any suggestions would be great! I know women can do the same thing with a large scarf. Email me at madsydjoesmom@yahoo.com Thanks for any help!
Kimberly
- Tuesday, June 21, 2005 at 13:09:06 (EDT)

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I bought a pattern for a shirt and I accidentally bought the wrong size. I need a 14 and I bought the pattern with 6, 8 and 10. Does anyone know if you can make an adjustment to the pattern or do I need to get the right size? Thanks.
Bel
- Monday, June 20, 2005 at 18:45:11 (EDT)

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A.D. It sounds to me like you might have bent your needle. Try replacing it with a new one.
J.G.
- Monday, June 20, 2005 at 17:33:07 (EDT)

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Instead of smoothly moving the cloth under the presser foot, my new Brother sewing machine is sucking it down into the opening for the bobbin thread. I have to then pull it out of there, in the process tearing the cloth occasionally. Does anyone have any idea why this might be happening? Here's what I did right before this starting happening: 1. Removed all-purpose presser foot, put in an invisible zipper foot to sew in an invisible zipper, and then when that was done, I removed the zipper foot and put the all-purpose foot back on. Perhaps the all-purpose foot has not be inserted back in properly..? The other thing I did is that once the invisible zipper had been sewed in, I then sewed across it using the all-purpose foot in order to close off the zipper. That resulted in a sort of crunching sound. Any help/advice would be much appreciated. Thanks!
A.D
- Monday, June 20, 2005 at 15:32:28 (EDT)

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To all looking for sewing and serger machine manuals. Check out sew4less.com. They have manuals, the singer ones are around $15. Phylsews Bedford, IN.
Phyl
- Saturday, June 18, 2005 at 19:23:18 (EDT)

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I bought a singer tiny serger MDL: TS-380 Plus at a garage sale, and i didnt get a manuel with the machine and i dont know if its working right. If any one had a manuel i could borrow or if you could e-mail me one that would be great. please do. my e-mail is edward_de_4th@hotmail.com
Leigh Langum
- Friday, June 17, 2005 at 18:28:12 (EDT)

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We apologize for the Stitch and Bitch Cafe being closed for the past couple of days. We were making some changes and made a boo boo.
Customer Service at Sew Fast Sew Easy
- Friday, June 17, 2005 at 11:46:22 (EDT)

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I have a white sewing machine model 619 and i need a manual for it. im trying to learn how to sew i bought this machine at a yard sale but im haveing trouble trying to work this thing. any help would be greatly appreciated. thank you
Lisa
- Thursday, June 02, 2005 at 15:01:39 (EDT)

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I am about to push my 3/4 thread serger out of the window..... The left needle thread will not sew in and I cannot get the tension balanced. It sewed one seam beautifully for me this morning then for no reason I can find THIS happened!! Have threaded and rethreaded and put in new needles... HELP!!! dailysun@rochester.rr.com
Ann Jones
- Thursday, June 02, 2005 at 10:49:35 (EDT)

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Dear Ranee - It is so much easier to do it from scratch, because you can have more control over your project this way. Please let me know if this shirt is already assembled or you are working from scratch.
Customer Service at Sew Fast Sew Easy
- Wednesday, June 01, 2005 at 14:07:02 (EDT)

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Karen, This is not retro technology. And the fact that this community has become nothing more than a lost and found for sewing manuals is not cute.
Phyl
- Tuesday, May 31, 2005 at 23:02:26 (EDT)

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Hi Amused, Not sure what model you have, but there are some for sale at http://www.sewwhat.net/millie/H.sm_manualsCOPIES.htm. Or just google it. Glad you like the site. Luckily we have very few postings, mostly about lost manuals, so retro technology works for us.
Karen
- Tuesday, May 31, 2005 at 22:51:06 (EDT)

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This is so adorable...a guest book, I haven't seen one of these online since 1998..how kitchy. I'd like to bitch about having lost my manual for my 1980 Kenmore sewing machine too.
Amused seamstress
- Tuesday, May 31, 2005 at 22:42:43 (EDT)

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Dan; You are the only sane person to visit this site for a week now. I wish I had the manual you need. I visit this site to expand my knowledge of sewing and possibly answer someone else's question. Lets get back to the purpose of this site.....to help one another!! Phylsews Bedford, IN.
Phyl
- Tuesday, May 31, 2005 at 11:34:27 (EDT)

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Ella, re; your message of May 17, 2005. If you have not gotten them yet I have the PDF of what is supposed to be ALL Brother Sewing Machine Books and a few other brother items also. Send me your Email and I will try to send them to you. Check to see how much your isp will allow because this is a pretty good sized PDF file. fonzie
Fonzie
- Sunday, May 29, 2005 at 23:48:00 (EDT)

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Hi there, I was wondering if anyone could tell me the best way to sew a polyester scarf to a t-shirt made of 95% cotton, 5% Lycra. I need to sew it on just under the breast (its a maternity shirt) and have it tie at the side, but the tie needs to be sewn so it holds when washed. you can email me at thestrelaeffs@shaw.ca
Ranee
- Thursday, May 26, 2005 at 16:49:31 (EDT)

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Help Please. Looking for instruction manual for Omega 2000 sewing machine. Either downloads (maybe you know free ones) or store in Vancouver Canada. e-mail----candsbell@shaw.ca Thanks----- Sylvia.
Sylvia
- Thursday, May 26, 2005 at 03:22:19 (EDT)

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WENDY; YOUR MACHINE IS MISSING IT'S POWER SOURCE, MACHINE WON'T WORK WITHOUT THE PLUG IN o these should be easy.... :) also does anyone know where to get the Janome 9000 cheap. I am looking to buy one used or new depending on price... I really want this machine. I have the Janome 6500 quilters machine... woooo dream I have a few others as backups... please contact me at winsumlssm@aol.com or Jacquie at 832 498 1488... Thanks!!! :) Happy Stitching!
Jacquie
- Wednesday, April 20, 2005 at 21:57:47 (EDT)

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Toni, Thanks for the site. It was there and only cost $5.00. I appreciate your time and effort.
Faye
- Tuesday, April 19, 2005 at 22:46:58 (EDT)

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Faye, Try this website for Singer: http://www.singerco.com/accessories/manuals.html Good Luck!
Toni
- Tuesday, April 19, 2005 at 20:15:10 (EDT)

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Sherrie and Diane, It sounds like perhaps you need to thread your bobbin thread through the needle plate (ie through the hole beneath your needle). If that's the case we teach our students to hold the upper thread (from your needle)high above while turning your take up wheel toward you one full manual turn. You will see the bobbin thread loop "pop up", pull thread through the needle plate. If that doesn't work then your problem lies elsewhere. Write back.
Lisa, SFSE Instructor
- Tuesday, April 19, 2005 at 20:06:39 (EDT)

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I just purchased a brothers cs8060 machine on clearance and bought the floor display. The automatic threader isn't attatched to anything, it is just kinda hanging there. Does anyone have a similar machine and know where the looped end of the wire goes and how the white piece fits on the track, i can't find a picture of it anywhere. Thanks for any help...Have a great day...
Verna
- Tuesday, April 19, 2005 at 19:57:09 (EDT)

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I have exactly the same problem as Sherrie I have everything right yet the top thread will not pick up the lower/bobbin thread can anyone help us please. ghandiella@aol.com Thanks in advance for any help
Diane
- Tuesday, April 19, 2005 at 15:38:00 (EDT)

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Hi again!! Looking to purchase a few hundred t-pins: stainless steel and 1-3/4" in length. Any suggestions? Thank you. Joan Clare Fenton MI - Saturday, April 09, 2005 at 12:37:17 (EDT) Try the office supply store nearest to you. That's what the use now in Cubicles @ my job versus push pins.
Sherrie
- Monday, April 18, 2005 at 20:40:15 (EDT)

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HELP! I have a WHITE sewing machine model# 1499. and now that I've learnt how to replace the needle correctly without breaking it (flat to back) the bobbin or bottom thread won't work. I'm so frustrated at this point.. I've tried adjusting the tension, changing the bobbin everything. The top thread is fine, but on the bottom side all I is 1-2 inchese of broken top thread & no bobbin. ANY IDEAS ANYONE? Thanks
Sherrie
- Monday, April 18, 2005 at 20:37:32 (EDT)

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Sorry, forgot my e-mail address: rowlandrowland@msn.com Thanks
Faye
- Monday, April 18, 2005 at 20:09:57 (EDT)

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I bought a Singer tiny serger model TS380A. My mom is confined to her chair, and this would be the perfect size for her to work on small projects, but there was no manual (I bought it at a yard sale). It appears to be in perfect condition, but some instructions would be wonderful. I love to sew, mostly quilting; knit - scarves, etc. and crochet. There are so many wonderful fabrics and yarns now that it is impossible to work with them all. If someone could help with this? Please? I could pay for copying or maybe someone could scan to my e-mail? Help!
Faye
- Monday, April 18, 2005 at 20:04:01 (EDT)

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Hi! I have a Singer 328K, but the timing is off, I can't offord to have it repaired but I can't go much longer without sewing something! If anyone has a repair manual that they could scan and send to me it would be greatly appreciated. Thanks!!!
Sarah
- Monday, April 18, 2005 at 19:01:35 (EDT)

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i don't know how to sew
yumi
- Sunday, April 17, 2005 at 21:41:48 (EDT)

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This is to Kelli in response to the comment below. ******I have that machine and manual. If you email me at twaves@cox.net I will scan in that page and send it to you.*** Tammy HELP! I have a Kenmore sewing machine model number 385.16530 and I can't find the manual. I need to sew a button hole but don't know how. Please if anybody could tell me how because I don't want to buy a new manual because I just need that one part of it. Thanks! Kelli - Monday, March 21, 2005 at 18:05:39 (EST)
Tammy
- Friday, April 15, 2005 at 16:44:11 (EDT)

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PATTY - We have a pillow making kit which includes a 14" pillow form and our ever popular envelope pillow pattern. Here is the link http://www.sewfastseweasy.com/items/sku/20024. It ships next day usually. Have fun with that sewing pattern!
Gregory from Sew Fast Sew Easy
- Friday, April 15, 2005 at 10:31:21 (EDT)

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I would like to find a super-simple way to make a cute pillow for my 12 yr. old daughter's updated bedroom. The fabric I'm looking at (but haven't bought yet) is a very silky material. How would I go about sewing a pillow cover for it? Would I need to double the fabric to make it thick enough to sew through? Please help - haven't sewn in years. Also, can anyone recommend an inexpensive no-sew pillow form and a place to purchase it as well? I don't want a really large pillow since it will go on her bed. Thanks!!!! Patty
Patty
- Thursday, April 14, 2005 at 16:39:50 (EDT)

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I loved the leather clutch class. I feel a lot more comfortable with using leather in my other projects now. Thanks!
Heidi
- Thursday, April 14, 2005 at 15:48:41 (EDT)

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hey my name erica i would like to join yall one evenin and we can have a talk about stitch and bitch
queen
- Wednesday, April 13, 2005 at 10:34:00 (EDT)

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For Joan Clare, you can find tiny zippers on www.tinyzippers.com Unfortunately most zippers don't come any smaller than 4"long. But you can sew across any plastic teeth zippers to make them shorter and then cut the zipper.
SewFastSewEasy
- Tuesday, April 12, 2005 at 09:20:55 (EDT)

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like carol bennet (feb. 2005 post), i also need a manual for a Necchi 537L sewing machine. please email me information about how i can obtain this manual. i am willing to pay. thanks! amandaraepreston@yahoo.com
Amanda Preston
- Monday, April 11, 2005 at 12:42:10 (EDT)

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To LBM who need info on vinyl.. After many years of sewing vinyl for the upholstery industry..I have found that your stitches need to be bigger than normal, small stitches weaken the vinyl. Also I have always used 1/2 inch seams rather than the 5/8. If you are not using a "walking foot" machine you may have trouble with the top wanting to stretch. If you have a height edjustment on your presser foot, have it as high as possible.You may have to hold the vinyl in front and in back of your presser foot, to guide it in evenly. You may want to consider using heavier thread, like button thread. You can only press vinyl on low setting and ONLY with a PRESSING CLOTH.Frankly, I doubt if you will need to press it. Hope this helps. Phylse