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I know you said no advertisements but, it seems
to me that there is alot of people who needs help in the sewn
products industry so, all I'm offering is my telephone # where
people can call to get great buy's on sewing equipment and want
get ripped off...931-762-7663 Tennessee Valley Ind. Sewing. Or
just write to robertcollier@bellsouth.net
Robert Collier - Monday, June 30, 2003 at 23:28:45 (EDT) I am a handbag designer in NYC and am looking
for a good/inexpensive supplier of silk flowers in the Garment
district. Does anyone have any reccos?
Mallika - Monday, June 30, 2003 at 10:37:09 (EDT) I need some private sewing lessons in Chicago
to get used to all the features of my high end Bernina machine.
I got it used, so I'm not entitled to the free classes at the
dealer. Email me at alicelerman@yahoo.com
Alice Lerman - Monday, June 30, 2003 at 00:26:49 (EDT) just an fyi...i order from reprodepot all the
time and have never had a problem...love it love it love it...
tamara - Friday, June 27, 2003 at 09:25:00 (EDT) hi...just wondering if anyone knows where i
can get some silk charmeuse in bright colored pucci-like print...online
or a fabric store...thanks!
tamara - Friday, June 27, 2003 at 09:20:03 (EDT) I would like to know, are you ever going to
have classes, that teach you how make children clothes.
Marie - Friday, June 20, 2003 at 15:27:59 (EDT) does anyone know where i can find a knitting
pattern for those adorable children's hats that look like strawberries,
red on the bottom with green on top and little black stitches
for seeds? thank you!
ali - Tuesday, June 17, 2003 at 10:37:39 (EDT) I like the new site. What an improvement! The
drawings for the patterns look great.
Moira - Friday, June 13, 2003 at 21:26:07 (EDT) Mookie, Thankyou... Try out our really hip
patterns in the SewFastSewEasy store they are very easy to use
have great fit and there are tote bags and pillows too.
SewFastSewEasy - Friday, June 13, 2003 at 19:18:55 (EDT) i finally found a pattern site that looks interesting.
it is patternshowcase.com. i bought fabric from reprodepot.com,
thank you for that recommendation! i have found some more interesting
things by searching using froogle.com (a google search of stores).
i appreciate the recommendations here. i check back all the time.
mookie - Friday, June 13, 2003 at 17:36:06 (EDT) We teach you how to line skirts in level two
and many other details. If you read under the class descriptions
it is all there.
SewFastSewEasy - Friday, June 13, 2003 at 14:45:21 (EDT) I would like to know in your skirt and pants
making classes. Do you teach how to line skirts and pants?
Marie - Thursday, June 12, 2003 at 23:33:21 (EDT) Do you ever offer a collared, tailored shirt
class?
Shanti - Tuesday, June 10, 2003 at 17:46:37 (EDT) Rob, Our classes are for men and women. We
also get straight men in our classes. Perhaps they figured out
where to meet the greatest women! In fact we just had a "straight"
guy in the draw string pant class. If you look at the drawing
of drawstring pant class you'll notice it doesn't have a male
or a femal face. Also men make drawstring pants in the Level 1
and we've had many men in the pillow and cushion classes. Also
if you notice the cartoon drawing on this page and the welcome
page, the guy is doing the sewing. We Do try our best to be guy
frienly too.
SewFastSewEasy - Wednesday, June 04, 2003 at 20:20:33 (EDT) So, why no men's classes? I'm a straight male
and I want to learn how to sew. I try to buy clothing made in
the US because I don't believe in the benefits of international
trade. This search is becoming harder every day and I feel my
only option is to make my own clothing. Skirt classes are nice,
but I don't think I'll be participating in one anytime soon since
I don't wear skirts. Could there please be a pants class, or a
sweater class? Maybe classes could be more asexual, with the same
project in male and female versions. Couldn't the intro class
cover something more asexual such as a cooking smock? Just an
idea. Let me know if anyone agrees with me at linuxrob@dod.net.
Rob - Wednesday, June 04, 2003 at 01:41:24 (EDT) Reprodepotfabrics.com and Reprodepot.com (they
are the same thing) have good fabrics, but the service is horrible.
I ordered some fabric a week and a half ago, and they havent sent
it yet. I checked their website, and it looks like they went on
vacation yesterday! Orders wont be processed until the 8th, (if
even then, I've noticed their poor service in the past). and i
CANT WAIT to get started on my oroject. unfortunatly, i'll have
left for europe before they even send my fabric.
A - Tuesday, June 03, 2003 at 22:35:08 (EDT) I just wanted to warn people not to go to Parson's
School of Conituining Ed. I took Level One at Sew Fast Sew Easy
and I wanted to go further. I thought Parson's would be a good
place to do this I was wrong. I learned the hard way (12 weeks
and $500). I am now going to go back here-the instruction, structure,
machines, and everything else is much bettern than Parson's!
Jennifer - Monday, June 02, 2003 at 19:46:16 (EDT) Another good online fabric resource is www.ladybuttonfabrics.com.
they have tons and tons of novelty prints. i've ordered from them
a few times and they've always been helpful and prompt.
Heather - Monday, June 02, 2003 at 10:10:06 (EDT) Looking for a patternmaker in the LA/San Diego
area for new line of handbags. If interested, please send email
to ejhandbags@hotmail.com. Thanks!
Sara - Saturday, May 31, 2003 at 20:53:35 (EDT) sorry for the typo...
Tracy - Friday, May 30, 2003 at 22:21:13 (EDT) i begged gor a serger for christmas....i got
one from my husband, and still have not taken it out of the box
yet!!! I think I am intimidated... help
tracy - Friday, May 30, 2003 at 22:03:19 (EDT) anyone out there who can teach me how to use
my industrial sewing machine. i know how to use my home portable,
but would like to learn the basics about going industrial! much
thanks!
shirley - Thursday, May 29, 2003 at 14:09:50 (EDT) anyone out there who can teach me how to use
my industrial sewing machine?
shirley - Thursday, May 29, 2003 at 14:06:18 (EDT) WE LOVE THIS SITE FOR REALLY UNUSUAL AND FUN
FABRICS AND OTHER GOODIES. WE RECOMMEND ALL OF YOU WHO ARE INTERESTED
IN VINTAGE DESIGNS TO CHECK THIS OUT. WWW.Reprodepotfabrics.com
SewFastSewEasy - Tuesday, May 27, 2003 at 22:12:50 (EDT) Great new site design! I took some classes
as SFSE several years ago and LOVED them! Highly recommended!
I'm not living in NYC right now (temporary situation), but would
encourage anyone to sign up for some classes - they are well taught,
and you will learn tons and be inspired to reach your creative
potential.
Debra Hill - Tuesday, May 27, 2003 at 15:20:38 (EDT) Hey, I'm looking for good websites to find
fabric. none of the fabric stores in my area have anything i love.
i want something a little more funky - the fabric stores seem
to think that anyone who wants to sew is into quilting, etc. i
like reprodepot.com, but i want more of a selection. any suggestions?
Ami - Tuesday, May 27, 2003 at 13:00:08 (EDT) I just received a Singer 185J machine from
a relative. It's electric and mounted on a table. It seems to
be in pretty good shape and still works. I was wondering if anyone
could give me a ball park figure on what it's worth. We're not
looking to sell it, just curious. Please email me at rembem@attbi.com.
Thanks. Bob
Bob - Monday, May 26, 2003 at 10:52:33 (EDT) check out this new site design! register online
and order things from our store! whee~!
webgirl - Thursday, May 22, 2003 at 15:58:05 (EDT) what is a walking foot? Anyone have any suggestions
on buying an industrial machine or a bag closing machine? thanks!
shirley - Friday, May 16, 2003 at 18:34:57 (EDT) does any one have an extra 185J singer manual
lying around?? i am looking for one. I have threaded the machine,
it seems to want to sew perfectly, except it keeps breaking the
needle thread. I know i have it threaded right. and the thread
is very good. I need to know how to adjust the bobbin tension.
it is too tight. can any one help me?? hagathamugwart@sbcglobal.net
Thanks, Brightest Blessings!!
hagathamugwart - Thursday, May 15, 2003 at 21:23:48 (EDT) To Marie, We do sell some of our own patterns
however no tops yet. But if you take a level 2 and a level 4 you
will get your own custome fit skirt and bodice pattern so then
you can design your own tops, skirt and dresses that will fit
perfectly to you figure. We also make them to order and you don't
have to take classes. Call us at 212-2684321 We now have the 1/4
circle skirt pattern and drawstring pants that have a great hipster
fit.
SewFastSewEasy - Thursday, May 15, 2003 at 19:29:25 (EDT) To all of you who are missing manuals for sewing
machines. New home has a web site. E-mail them and tell them your
model number. Kennmores are Sears machines. Call or e-mail and
get their instruction manual for your machine. Another way to
learn about threading machines is in our book which you can order
right on our home page or shop@SewFastSewEasy. It also comes with
patterns and will teach you how to sew. If your in New York area
the best way to get over threading problems is by taking our 1
nite class Intro to the sewing machine.
SewFastSewEasy - Thursday, May 15, 2003 at 19:23:11 (EDT) hi all can someone plz plz plz stop my girlfriend
from bitching at me. she wonts to get into sewing as a hobby.
she has the machine whitch she got from her mother but there was
no manual with it. so she hasent a clue where to put the cotton
or how to work the thing. so has anyone got a manual for a New
Home sewing machine model-535 or dose anyone know of a site i
can get it from without the site owners being scroungers and allways
out for mony ????.plz plz help.
eddie - Wednesday, May 14, 2003 at 23:39:19 (EDT) I'm looking for a pattern for a motorcycle
jacket. Can anybody help me with a pattern or a site where I can
get a pattern? Please email me at boettger@soonet.ca Thanks.
Paul Boettger - Tuesday, May 13, 2003 at 20:28:21 (EDT) Can anyone help me find a booklet for kenmore
sewing machine or even help me with this problem... Its , well
my thread keeps getting jammed and i dont know how to fix it <
i just got this sewing machine too. email me please if you can
help???????? Something126@COX.NET
Ashley - Sunday, May 11, 2003 at 19:52:08 (EDT) Hi I just wanted to know if anyone had any
tips for how to alter the size of the collar on a man's dress
shirt and or suit jacket. Thanks Dalia readytowear@juno.com
Dalia - Sunday, May 11, 2003 at 13:42:36 (EDT) Do you intend to sell patterns for clothing?
Marie - Friday, May 09, 2003 at 19:49:30 (EDT) I can sew but I want to make a dress and tops.
I have made skirts, pants with commercial patterns. Do I have
to take level 1-4 to make a dresses or tops.
Marie - Friday, May 09, 2003 at 19:06:16 (EDT) actually, SFSE does have a KIMONO class from
time to time, taught by the wonderful deborah. not sure when it'll
be taught again, but check back! also - everyone - get ready for
our NEW WEBSITE LOOK! coming soon. you'll be able to register
for classes online. as well as buy sewing machines and patterns
online. yay!
webgirl - Wednesday, May 07, 2003 at 11:00:37 (EDT) Hey, I just have a suggestion for a class.
How about a class on how to make a kimono or how to make asian
inspired clothing.
Tammi Darden - Monday, May 05, 2003 at 16:58:27 (EDT) Email me at llhaley@cox.net with a sarong pattern...
;)
Lisa Haley - Sunday, April 27, 2003 at 15:51:48 (EDT) Anyone have a simple easy pattern for a sarong?
I know it is an easy sew, but I just want to be sure that I get
the ties right. Thanks! Lisa - Scottsdale
Lisa Haley - Sunday, April 27, 2003 at 15:51:07 (EDT) I saw a couple people had asked about manuals
for the Tiny Tailor or Serger sewing machines. I just found a
place to download them for free. http://sewing.about.com/gi/dynamic/offsite.htm?
site=http://www.singershop.com/manuals/index.html
Jim - Friday, April 25, 2003 at 10:44:17 (EDT) Thanks, but actually the patternmaking books
have instructions for a facing with the hipster pants. I'd like
a waistband. Can you help?
Lola - Tuesday, April 22, 2003 at 13:43:32 (EDT)
Have the Janome 9000 and Customizer 2000. Does anyone know if
you can import a design from Microsoft Publisher to be used for
embroidering? A second question is: Have a file for a logo that
was created with a .PSF extension and another with a .WCN and
a third with extension .DST. These do not seem to work with this
system although they were previously used an another system by
someone who has moved away. Would like to do some embroidering
with these but can not make them work. They get accepted by the
Customizer but when the card is put into the 9000, it does not
stitch. Thanks for any help. Please respond to sewnsing@comcast.net
CarolynJ - Saturday, April 19, 2003 at 12:06:30 (EDT) New
to the city....Hosting an Easter dinner and looking to find some
pastel tulle, ribbons etc. for easter baskets and favors...Where
can I find???? Please help...running out of time! Post response
or please email me xclusivalli@aol.com
Alli - Friday, April 18, 2003 at 21:12:29 (EDT) Thank
you so much for your quick responses- this site is really a great
resource for beginner sewers! I am struggling with the blind stitch
function on my machine- seems I either catch way too much fabric
making a very visible hem or none at all. Is there any place that
explains in detail how to set fabric on machine so that only "one
thread" is picked up? Its pretty hard to see on machine the point
where the needle is just hitting (usually it isnt!) I've tried
trial and error and cant seemt o get it right. PLEASE help!
Heather - Friday, April 18, 2003 at 12:07:47 (EDT) Oops...can
someone respond to my questions by Email...Thanks in advance.
b.mcmurry@mchsi.com. Here's hoping for some good advise on sewing
machines and sergers. c.m. mcmurry.
c.m. mcmurry - Friday, April 18, 2003 at 01:48:49 (EDT) Help!
I am considering purchasing one of the top of the line expensive
machines....like $6,000. If i were buying a car there would be
lots of comparative feature articles. Could you please tell me
how I can get a feature comparasion article on the new machines
for 2002 or 3. These machines cost omre than some cars. I need
help to make a prudent decision. If this information is not available,
perhaps one of the sewing organizations could do this for the
major machine manufacturers...or? thank you for reading this comment
and here's hoping for results. Perhaps someone could compare the
top three models of each of the major manufacturers of sergers
too.
c.m. mcmurry - Friday, April 18, 2003 at 01:43:30 (EDT) Help!!!!
I have an Omega 1345 machine, and I can't find my manual. I need
help with tension. the underside stitch is fine, however the topside
stitch is not running as a stitch but as a straight line. I have
adjusted everywhere I can find on the machine, but it will not
fix it. What am I doing wrong. Any help would be appreciated.
Nancy Bryant-Bain - Thursday, April 17, 2003 at 10:46:22 (EDT) what
can you put between the lining and the outside of a bag to give
it some stiffness? I'd like for it to be able to stand up on it's
own and not crumple in. Also, where can I get a foot for blind
stitches on a singer machine? thanks!
shirley - Wednesday, April 16, 2003 at 15:41:23 (EDT) Madge
in order to sew a soft leather, your need leather needles for
your machine and a teflon foot. We sell this at our studio on
35th st.
SewFastSewEasy - Tuesday, April 15, 2003 at 18:46:35 (EDT) Heather,
The hem should be at your ankle bone.
SewFastSewEasy - Tuesday, April 15, 2003 at 18:43:56 (EDT) Megan,
The wider you make the bottom triangle the shorter the length
of the bag and vice-a-versa.
SewFastSewEasy - Tuesday, April 15, 2003 at 18:41:39 (EDT) PLEASE
HELP ME! I have taken the tote bag class and am really trying
to figure out how the size of the base (i.e., inches on either
side of the seam when you make the triangle) affects the rest
of the bag, especially in terms of making a pattern. If you wanted
a larger or smaller base for a different looking bag, how would
a pattern have to be adjusted to account for this? Or does it
matter? THANK YOU!!!!
megan - Tuesday, April 15, 2003 at 13:50:32 (EDT) I
am trying to machine blind hem a boot cut pant that has a slight
stretch. How do I avoid folds in the hem caused by the flare?
Also- what is the proper length for pants so that the hem doesnt
get caught under your heel when walking in backless shoes?
Heather - Tuesday, April 15, 2003 at 09:57:36 (EDT) I
want to tell Maria that is wondering where to get batches of cheap
zippers that I found many at a rummage sale that a friend had
at her church. I think she might find some like I did. Try it
Marie. You might be lucky like I was.
Valedine - Monday, April 14, 2003 at 21:34:10 (EDT) Wondering
if anyone knows about sewing leather. I want to try making some
small leather accessories such as a sunglass case, a wallet, etc.
Instructions say I need a "Sewing machine equipped for leather."
Any advice? Can I ruin my machine experimenting?
Madge - Friday, April 11, 2003 at 14:03:10 (EDT) Shiley,
just turn up the bottom edge of your jeans twice so that no raw
edge is showing. Sew them with orange thread to match the stitching
on your jeans. Use a slighty larger stitch length on your sewing
machine.
sewfastseweasy - Thursday, April 10, 2003 at 19:25:54 (EDT) Mookie,
Yokes in pants and skirts are just part of the styling. They are
shaped slighty because they are patterns that are made to replace
the darts when no yoke is there.
SewFastSew Easy - Thursday, April 10, 2003 at 19:21:44 (EDT) also,
does anyone know how to hem jeans so that you don't lose the distinctive
"jean-hem" look?
shirley - Thursday, April 10, 2003 at 15:58:55 (EDT) Any
suggestions on adding darts to an thin-elastic waistband skirt?
I'd like to make it look less "triangular" and give it a slight
flare look.
shirley - Thursday, April 10, 2003 at 15:16:49 (EDT) Callie,
We sell Janomie and the Memory Craft brand under a private label
name for a much better price than Janomie, Memory Craft or New
Home,Labels. Click on Machines and you will see some of them.
SewFastSewEasy - Wednesday, April 09, 2003 at 15:13:41 (EDT) To
Callie that said she had an old machine and it is giving her problems.
I had the same thing and after it not working right two times
in one month I looked at a new one. The old machine was a 45 year
old Singer Slant O Matic 513 and it ended up giving it to my daughter
after it was fixed. The sewing machine store owner showed me a
wonderful machine that would fit into my cabinet and it was worth
the $422 I paid for it. Have had it 3 years and it sews through
everything and makes nice buttonholes too. *Recently purchased
myself a Memory Craft Embroidery machine that cost quite a bit
and it sews through Velcro better than the other Janome. Also
makes great buttonholes more automatic than the one in the cabinet
as it has less steps. Love it. Also it does beautiful embroidery.
Callie just part with your old machine and either have it fixed
and give it to someone you know that would use it and purchase
a new machine that sews like a truck and you can go on loving
to sew. I've sewed for 46 years and love it. Good Luck. I am praising
the Janome brand machines so go and look and some of them.
Valedine - Tuesday, April 08, 2003 at 22:15:05 (EDT) I
don't understand yoke pieces. Why would I want a yoke piece below
my waist band?
Mookie - Tuesday, April 08, 2003 at 20:35:31 (EDT) Callie,
Sounds like your machine's hook timing is off and that means a
repair, or you need the instruction Book for your machine.
SewFastSewEasy - Tuesday, April 08, 2003 at 18:50:58 (EDT) I'm
extremely new to this. I have an old, old machine and my top thread
is all jamming and not catching the bobbin thread. What am I doing
wrong? Is there any site out there that has easy instructions
on threading a bobbin (preferably with pictures, heh)
Callie - Tuesday, April 08, 2003 at 18:31:51 (EDT) there
are a few stores that sell notions on 39th and 40th between 8th
and 7th aves that sell bag handles. i believe i've seen bamboo
ones too.
renee - Tuesday, April 08, 2003 at 16:15:30 (EDT) Every
one I know loves MOOD and all the stores on 39th and 40th between
7&8 have bargins galore. There's also B&J and they are very nice
to you too.
stacy - Tuesday, April 08, 2003 at 14:48:45 (EDT) whenever
i want to relax, be treated right, and fondle some fabrics; i
go the source: paronfabrics.com
jeannie - Tuesday, April 01, 2003 at 22:50:27 (EST) Lola
A contour waistband usually works real well on a hipster pant.
There must be some pattern making class or book you can buy or
maybe copy a pair of your own pants that fit well. You can also
buy curved Petersham that acts as a contour waistband. It is available
in Londons notion supply stores.
sewfastseweasy - Tuesday, April 01, 2003 at 14:49:42 (EST) I
am making a canvas tote bag and wanted to know where I can purchase
wooden or bamboo handles in NYC.
Mary Ann - Tuesday, April 01, 2003 at 13:22:18 (EST) Kat--Twill
is the kind of weaving pattern that a fabric can be woven in.
For example some heavy weight demin fabrics are woven in a twill
weave. The skirt we have on the first page is jeans transformed
into a jean skirt. So we cannot answer your question unless we
know what your asking.
SewFastSewEasy - Monday, March 31, 2003 at 22:27:24 (EST) Hey
guys, I love this site!! I have a problem. I'm short-waisted like
the other woman who posted a while back. I drafted some patterns,
but I always have trouble with the hipster pattern!! I would love
to take the class but I live in LONDON!!. And we don't have this
kind of thing here. I have a bit of a sway back, so what king
of waistband would you recommend? Countour, straight? Also, if
I lower the front more than the back, how can a make sense of
the whole when I'm done?? Please help!! I'm desperate.
Lola - Monday, March 31, 2003 at 15:05:12 (EST) Hi!
:) I love this site. The book is so great, such cool patterns.
I was wondering though if anyone knew where to get a "Twill Skirt"
pattern? Thanks a lot. The class on the main site has it so you
can learn to make tulle, chiffon, and slice skirts. I want a pattern
a bit similar to that. Thanks a lot!
Kat - Saturday, March 29, 2003 at 01:36:17 (EST)
DO-NOT-USE OUR SITE FOR YOUR ADVERTISMENT!!! WE have successfully
charged and sued some of the people who have tried. TO ALL OUR
CUSTOMERS PLEASE IGNORE THIS GARBARGE DONE BY DESPERATE PEOPLE
AND BY ALL MEANS DON'T RESPOND TO IT.
SewFastSewEasy - Friday, March 28, 2003 at 13:29:14 (EST) Wendy-
the adjustable bias foot is an excellent foot. But with Vikings
you will need an all purpose shank adaptor. You can see a picture
of the foot on Shop @ S.F.S.F.
SewFastSewEasy - Friday, March 28, 2003 at 13:17:46 (EST) Monique-
you can usually find leather fringes in trimming stores such as
in N.Y.C. Datonna tims on 39th street in New york. Alicia-If you
are having trouble using your machine Perhaps you can come to
one of our intro to the sewing machines classes that teaches you
how to use all sewing machines. Alana- a Baby recieving Blanket
is usually 30" square.
SewFastSewEasy - Friday, March 28, 2003 at 13:15:12 (EST) Thank
you very much for such an informative site. This is an incredible
resource for students. I will use it for all my term papers, research
papers and cliff notes. Keep up the great work!
free essays - Friday, March 28, 2003 at 00:43:06 (EST) I
have a Kenmore Serger and would like help in learning how to use
it. I have a manual, but the instructions appear to be complex.
Also, are there any sewing clubs within the New York Metropolitan
area. Thanks for your help.
Alicia - Thursday, March 27, 2003 at 01:09:24 (EST) I
was interested in the adjustable bias foot but, need to know if
it will work on my Viking, Designer I. Anyone know? Does it really
work as well as Martha Stewart says? Looks pretty nifty. thanks
for your insight - wendy
Wendy - Tuesday, March 25, 2003 at 22:20:42 (EST) how
large is a recieving blanket?
alana - Tuesday, March 25, 2003 at 22:05:07 (EST) Does
anyone were I can find leather fringes? I want to attach them
to a skirt.
Monique - Tuesday, March 25, 2003 at 11:13:01 (EST) thank
you! we just fixed the links on this page - you should be able
to travel to all the other pages on our site now.
webgirl - Monday, March 24, 2003 at 11:55:00 (EST) I
was searching for sewing classes in the Chicago area when I came
across this page. I would love to find out more information on
classes that are offered but when I click on anything on this
page it doesn't go anywhere. Help??? acorbett78@sbcglobal.net
Andrea - Sunday, March 23, 2003 at 16:21:39 (EST) I
have a leather jacket that ripped on the sleeve about 3 inches
long how can I fix this .Please HELP!!!! I don't want to throw
the jacket away. Please e mail me at josieb2@hotmail.com
Josie - Saturday, March 22, 2003 at 23:30:01 (EST) I
want to comment to those writers that have trouble with putting
in zippers and other things. I've been sewing for 45 years and
my neighbor taught me much. If you want to learn more without
having to pay for it, sometimes a person that sews would be glad
to show you whatever you need to know so why not ask. As for me
I've always wanted to teach someone but no one seems to want to
get the help. I won't even charge but would just enjoy having
the learning passed on. Ask someone to help and you will be surprised
that they might say sure.
Valedine - Friday, March 21, 2003 at 10:15:27 (EST) To
the people that wanted to know where to get Singer books for sergers
or machines they have. Contact a store where they sell Singer
machines and they will have an address that you can write to.
I believe that it costs $5 for the booklets as I sent for one
a long time ago for an old machine I had. Good luck.
Valedine - Friday, March 21, 2003 at 08:12:48 (EST) Heather,
I suggest you by our book and it will tell you exactly what you
need to know about putting up a hem. We sell it in the store or
you can order it from Amazon by clicking on the book on the home
page.
SewfastSewEasy - Wednesday, March 19, 2003 at 21:19:13 (EST) I
took the Intro class which helped a lot in terms of giving me
basics to build on. I originally started sewing to learn to hem
my own pants. I've done several jeans with top stitching and a
few other simple projects- however I'm still totally stumped by
hemming using blind stitching. I cannot figure out how to pin
up the hem and where to place stitches. Is there a way to learn
this technique without taking a full class? I don't know anyone
else that sews that could explain to me!
Heather - Tuesday, March 18, 2003 at 22:29:06 (EST)
I have a Bernina 180E for sale. Is it OK to post info on your
site?
Barbara Campbell - Thursday, March 13, 2003 at 08:56:13 (EST) question
for knitters, i have a pattern for a felted wool bag that's confusing
me. working in stockinette stitch in a row of 48 stitches, it
tells me to knit 17, turn and knit even. how do i turn it? thanks
for your help!
newknitter - Wednesday, March 12, 2003 at 14:06:51 (EST) Has
any one ever heard of a Commodore Sewing machine? I found one
in the trash with the sewing cabinet and I can't find anything
about it.
natitude - Wednesday, March 12, 2003 at 12:56:45 (EST) Any
advice on where to get good cheap zippers in bulk
Maria - Wednesday, March 12, 2003 at 10:25:36 (EST) I
have taken a few classes with James and loved them. I also love
the book. I woudl liek to market the bags I learned to make in
the classes but need to find someone to manufacture them. Any
suggestions?
Maria - Tuesday, March 11, 2003 at 15:33:31 (EST) Fusible
Weft, is an iron-on interfacing. It is used to make fabrics stronger
and stiffer. Needle punch is a 1/4 thick padding that quilters
often use in their quilts. It will make a bag more sturdy.
SewFastSewEasy - Monday, March 10, 2003 at 18:56:45 (EST) If
anyone wants to e-mail in response to my post (below) it is tx4@att.net
thanks
koko - Sunday, March 09, 2003 at 02:08:41 (EST) Hi
all. I'm new here and think it's great. I love the book (my pillow
came out good!), but I'm having trouble with the supplies for
the tote bag. Nobody at the fabric store knows what "fusible weft"
or "needlepunch" is, and I was wondering if anyone could help.
I got blank stares at the store. (I only have 1 fabric store around
here!) Any good online source for these materials? Thank you in
advance for your help.
koko - Sunday, March 09, 2003 at 02:06:29 (EST) We
haven't seen any computer packages that are as good as our system
of making custom fit. In addition We have expert knowledge in
taking measurements properly. Plus we have expert knowledge in
fitting as well. This all takes many years of experience.
SewFastSewEasy - Thursday, March 06, 2003 at 19:38:22 (EST) Do
you recommend any consumer level pattern making software packages?
I've taken your classes so I know about your computer fit patterns
and how to adjust patterns.
mikey - Wednesday, March 05, 2003 at 15:37:22 (EST) To
anyone that would like to have a good sewing machine and can afford
an embroidery machine also I would like to recommend the Janome
9000. It makes excellent buttonholes all automatically, does straight
stitching and it is great for embroidery. I paid over $2,000 for
mine and love it. Also if you want a good sewing machine that
sews through 8 thicknesses of denium and has a slipper foot that
comes off with a touch of a button and also makes nice buttonholes
purchase a Janome Classmate or another Janome model. Some are
chaper than the Classmate. I bought this Classmate as it fits
into my dressmaker cabinet. Have had it 3 years and it's great.
Worth the $422.00 we paid for it. Good luck.
Valedine - Tuesday, March 04, 2003 at 21:59:21 (EST) Hey,
Christine - I can make the dress for your sister. i live in brooklyn.
email me at kkofibru@yahoo.com
queen bee - Monday, March 03, 2003 at 18:36:01 (EST) To
short waisted girl. As long as you've taken our level 2 skirt
class you are welcome to register for the hipster class to be
held March 20&27th. cost is $90.00 We did not post this on our
class list so just print a reg. form and fill out and fax in and
we will as always confirm it.
s.f.s.e. - Monday, March 03, 2003 at 18:30:23 (EST) I
missed the last hipster waisteband class and I've been waiting
6 months. any idea when you will offer it again.
short-waisted girl - Monday, March 03, 2003 at 15:39:54 (EST) Hello--
I am looking for someone who can sew a bridesmaid dress for a
friend of mine. She has the pattern and the fabric and can even
get it cut out, but, needs to find someone in close proximity
to the city (train accessible) to put it together and fit it.
Please help! Thanks.
Christine - Monday, March 03, 2003 at 10:37:46 (EST) Hello
out there. I live in Portland Oregon and amworking on some handbag
designs that I would like to eventually market. I am having a
terrible time finding metal purse frames of quality. I need them
with at least a 7 inch opening. Can you help me with a source?
Denise Kortes - Saturday, March 01, 2003 at 10:47:36 (EST)
Hello, my brother lost the instructions to my "Singer Tiny Serger
#TS380 PLUS" and now I don't know how to use it. Is there any
way I can get a copy of, or another book of directions for this
machine? Thank you, Renee
Renee - Thursday, February 27, 2003 at 15:24:27 (EST) I
am looking for a harley style leather motorcycle jacket pattern..the
one with all the zippers and the belt on the bottom. Please e-mail
me at..Happy2134@yahoo.com
Vikki Lovell - Saturday, February 22, 2003 at 21:57:14 (EST) Is
there a pattern out there for a leather Harley style motorcycle
jacket anywhere...u know...the one with all the zippers? Thanks
Vikki Lovell - Saturday, February 22, 2003 at 21:53:23 (EST) I
love the entire concept behind SFSE!! I've been sewing for almost
2 years now & love it. I'm thinking of visiting NYC at the end
of May/beginning of June (I live in Florida). I'm considering
attending one of these classes if there is a one parter open at
that time! *YAY* I hope I can get in :c)
j*Me - Tuesday, February 18, 2003 at 15:13:14 (EST) Ginger,
A stay stitch is a straight stitch that you sew just above your
5/8" seam allowance. It is used to maintain the shape of your
waistlines, armholes, necklines. It keeps the fabric from stretching
out. You must be careful when you sew this stitch not to pull
on your fabric while your sewing otherwise you'll defeat the purpose
of a stay stitch. We teach you how to do this in our Level 2 class.
sewfastseweasy - Tuesday, February 18, 2003 at 13:59:43 (EST) I
bought a sewing machine from SFSE for the holidays, along with
Elissa's book and have been having a great time. The tote bag
worked great! Now I have moved on to simple patterns such as a
wrap skirt but I have a question. What is "Stay Stitching" and
why should I do it? Patterns keep telling me to do it, and I'm
not sure which stitch to use or what dire events will transpire
if I skip it. Can anyone explain? Thanks! Ginger gstrand@speakeasy.net
Ginger - Monday, February 17, 2003 at 22:27:17 (EST) Love
your site, I am looking for an industrial sewing place in Boston.If
you have any information about this or any other state,please
contact VMaduh@AOL.com
vivian - Monday, February 17, 2003 at 01:58:25 (EST) I'm
finishing up my last session of Level III (pants class) when I
discovered that my Brother VX-1120 machines doesn't make automatic
button holes. Yes, I can make a button hole using a painful method
spelled out in the manual. Let my mistake be your lesson when
buying a machine. I envy you automatic button hole machnine owners
out there.
Lisa C - Friday, February 14, 2003 at 19:43:55 (EST) TO
Kerry Big Kiss xoxoxoxo Happy Valentines day and lighten up girl!
Bob - Friday, February 14, 2003 at 17:15:29 (EST) why
did you call this picture bitchen
kerrry - Friday, February 14, 2003 at 10:01:11 (EST) I
"inherited" a Singer Tiny Tailor with no instructions, and would
appreciate it if someone could email a copy of the page on how
to thread the bobbin. Thanks!
Bonnie - Thursday, February 13, 2003 at 17:34:30 (EST) Scott,
If you are looking for costumes or ballet tutus we suggest you
go to tutu.com or the Costumer's Manifesto.com By the way We do
carry Straight and curved Petersham in our Shop at S.F.S.E.
sewfastseweasy - Thursday, February 13, 2003 at 12:39:09 (EST) I'd
like to learn how to make a classical ballet tutu. Can you recommend
and resources for doing this? I already have 1 book with somewhat
vague illustrations but haven't been able to find much else. (A
search for "petersham" is how I wound up here in the first place,
by the way.) Thanks.
Scott - Wednesday, February 12, 2003 at 14:50:46 (EST) Dan
Sax or Dan Sachs Fabrics on 3rd Avenue in Brooklyn? Has anyone
ever heard of this store or know where it is? I heard it's the
cheapest place to get fabric?
Steve - Wednesday, February 12, 2003 at 06:34:30 (EST) Hope
I'm allowed to post this, desperately seeking a miracle worker
seamstress to whip something simple but Glam up for me for Valentine's
Day. Definitely paid for your time. This is NYC can we make this
happen or what? Please email or call: Jujitsu88@aol.com, 718-320-6895
Melanie - Tuesday, February 11, 2003 at 17:28:47 (EST) I
agree. If you're interested in taking action, join the world on
February 15th to protest the War against Iraq. Visit http://www.unitedforpeace.org/
for more information. Read everything you can on what this conflict
is about and what it would mean not only to the U.S. but also
to Iraq, the Middle East, and the rest of the world. WEA RE NOT
ALONE ON THIS PLANET! Don't rely solely on the news industry and
White House press conferences to help you understand and inform
your opinion on this issue!
AS - Monday, February 10, 2003 at 09:38:11 (EST) Stop
BITCHIN about the war and do something about it! Go to: http://www.votetoimpeach.org
and cast your vote. Now that's how you Bitch about something you
don't like.
FORMER STUDENT - Monday, February 10, 2003 at 05:47:22 (EST) Depends
on whose reality you're talkin about. We have enough problems
in this country that need to be handled,meanwhile we going to
bomb a country and kill and maim untold thousands This War is
not going to win America any friends in the world community in
my opinon but that's just me.
James - Saturday, February 08, 2003 at 16:51:39 (EST) Quote:
"WE AT SEW FAST SEW EASY ARE AGAINST THE WAR!!!! WE NEED TO SPEND
MONEY ON GOOD HEALTH INSURANCE [etc...]" Yeah, you're gonna need
health insurance once some radical freak dumps poison in your
city's reservoir, or dumps anthrax in the a major newspaper's
printing presses, or sneaks in a radioactive "dirty" bomb, or
.... need I go on. NOBODY wants war - but sometimes it's just
plain necessary. Can you deal with reality? I can!
Frustrated By Doves - Friday, February 07, 2003 at 19:04:30 (EST) Thanks
for the answer on overlock v. serger machines! I too oppose the
war. It's a blatant move to control the area's oil. The President
and his staff aren't only disregarding the fact that Americans
are ambivalent about this war, but have not been able to provide
enough hard and irrefutable evidence to support a preemptive,
non-UN-backed attack against Iraq based on it's possession of
weapons of mass destruction (which other nations we are currently
dealing with through a more diplomatic approach, or consider our
allies, have right now). The effects on the Iraqi people would
be devastating, it would alienate the US from the rest of the
world (as the majority oppose the war), it would make us again
an easy target for allegedly excusable terrorism. Most importantly,
we haven't the means to spend billions on an unnecessary war.
Yamil - Friday, February 07, 2003 at 11:37:59 (EST) WE
AT SEW FAST SEW EASY ARE AGAINST THE WAR!!!! WE NEED TO SPEND
MONEY ON GOOD HEALTH INSURANCE FOR EVERYONE, GOOD EDUCATION, AND
CARE FOR THE ELDERLY. WE WANT TO KNOW IF YOU ARE AGAINST THE WAR
TOO SINCE WE BELIEVE MOST AMERICANS DO NOT WANT WAR.
SewFastSewEasy - Thursday, February 06, 2003 at 22:04:23 (EST) Yami,
Most people call overlock machines sergers but technically a serger
is a 5 thread machine that does an overlock stitch as well as
a chain stitch at the same time. If you look at the inside of
one leg of your jeans you will see an overlock and a chain stitch.
It is our belief that you don't need the extra threading for this
stitch unless your doing industrial kind of sewing like slipcovers.
Sergers are more expensive and take time to get used to the extra
threading. We only use an overlock machine since we are sewing
our garments first by machine to make fitting adjustments and
then overlocking the raw edges or in some cases overlocking the
raw edges first and then sewing the seams together.
SewFastSewEasy - Thursday, February 06, 2003 at 21:59:24 (EST) Hi!
Does anyone out there can clarify for me the difference between
an overlock machine and a serger? I'm trying to decide which one
to get.
Yamil - Thursday, February 06, 2003 at 16:48:51 (EST) I
love SFSE!! Makes me wish I lived in NYC. Annie! I sewed my own
wedding dress last year this time. ambitious but totally worth
it! When's the next book coming out?
amber - Thursday, February 06, 2003 at 15:17:04 (EST) I
will be migrating to USA in 2004 and would like to make sewing
my career. I would like to buy some cheap (I cannot afford good
ones at the moment)regular sewing machine and another machine,
which does embroidery, pico and overlocking to start off. I also
would like to take some classes in western wear preferably in
Fremont, Ca or Houston,TX or Metarie, Louisiana where I will be
staying for a while. Unfortunately I was in NY last year, but
didn't know of your classes at that time. So sad, I missed it.
Rekha
Rekha - Wednesday, February 05, 2003 at 02:53:45 (EST) anyone
out there sewing their own wedding dress? sounds pretty ambitious
to me!
annie - Monday, February 03, 2003 at 19:55:30 (EST)
Joe - Tuesday, January 21, 2003 at 23:39:13 (EST) Hi
James I took the level 1 class over the summer and you were the
instructor. I loved your teaching method. i was wondering if you
are going to teach the pillow making class on a saturday? or if
you teach it at all. please let me know. thanks, look forward
to seeing you again.
Lisa - Monday, January 20, 2003 at 20:30:53 (EST) Elissa:
It was a pleasure seeing all of you again but I was expecting
to see my furry friend too. You really look great. Your new shop
is wonderful...cozy. I enjoyed taking the skirt workshop...the
zipper technique worked. I made 2 skirts that Saturday night!
By the time I take another class my foot should be healed. Do
you anticipate giving a pants workshop anytime soon?
your former student <cookie3857@aol.com> Brooklyn, NY USA - Friday, January 17, 2003 at 16:25:20 (EST) Hi.
Sorry about the confusion. I understand that you don't use an
overlock machine on leather; leather doesn't fray. I was just
trying to clarify your comment regarding the new home sewing machines:
with the right foot they can sew over any material. My older New
Home isn't powerful at all, and I was thinking that if I want
to do leather I'd need an industrial machine. I'm hoping I'm wrong,
and that I could get a new regular home sewing machine.
Ruth - Friday, January 17, 2003 at 13:02:07 (EST) I
am the one looking for fringe. If you know of a store could you
e-mail me at zwickl1@aol.com? Thanks again.
Lynne - Friday, January 17, 2003 at 01:17:34 (EST) I
am looking for fringe to make 10 flapper dresses for a dance program.
I am looking for really bright, neon colors. The fringe in the
3-4" range. I don't recall the name of the store I went to years
ago in the Garment District in LA. Anyone have a suggestion? Thanks
for your time. Lynne
Lynne - Friday, January 17, 2003 at 01:16:20 (EST) Um.
I need some help. I have a new sewing machine and when it sews
it bunches up s__t loads of thread on the back of the shirt I
am sewing until it all clogs and gets stuck. Does anyone have
similar problems or know where I am going wrong with the threading,
etc. Please email nancyfacepants@lycos.com if you have any help.
Thanks.
Erin - Wednesday, January 15, 2003 at 02:32:05 (EST) Ruth,
if your talking about an overlock machine, nobody uses an overlock
stitch on leather because lether doesn't fray.
SewFastSewEasy - Monday, January 13, 2003 at 17:06:55 (EST) hi,
im in a textiles lesson in london, england. this site is cool
and pink! bye!! xoxox
heather - Monday, January 13, 2003 at 04:48:11 (EST) Hi
everybody. Thanks for the professional input. I think I'll save
up for either a new sewing machine or a serger. I don't have much
need for a blind stitch machine. Can the new lock-stitch machines
you recommend go through leather?
Ruth - Saturday, January 11, 2003 at 20:00:37 (EST) Industial
machines are set up to do only on type of stitch so if the machine
is a blind hem machine that's all it will sew.
SewFastSewEasy - Friday, January 10, 2003 at 17:59:00 (EST) An
industrial sewing machine has a very powerful motor. It is designed
for repeated fast use all day long. If you put it in an apartment
your neighbors may not like the vibrations and noise it will make.
Most industrials only sew a lock stitch and nothing else. Where
as a home sewing machine is more versitile and sews many different
types of stitches. If you have a good home sewing machine with
the right needle and foot on it, you can sew over any material.
Sergers as they are generally called are 5 thread overlock machines
that have a chain stitch on it. We always recommend to our customers
to buy an overlock machine instead which is a 4 thread machine.
It is all you will ever need unless you are sewing industrial
clothes. And overlock machine cuts and as it overlocks. It's great
for finishing seams and sewing knits. For more information click
on the "machines" icon on our site.
SewFastSewEasy - Friday, January 10, 2003 at 17:56:03 (EST) Hi
Pam, When I was looking at it, I was hoping it was a serger, but
there is only one thread, and no cutting blade. So, I'm thinking
it won't be as versatile as a serger, and I should just save my
money.
Ruth - Friday, January 10, 2003 at 11:03:03 (EST) Ruth,
you have a serger. In most ready-to-wear, if you look inside the
seams, it has stitching on the edge of the seams,and consequently
the seams do not ravel. This is done by a serger.
pam - Thursday, January 09, 2003 at 22:40:22 (EST) i'll
wait for the SFSE experts to weigh in on this one! all i know
is the one time i sewed on an industrial machine i was blown away
by its power. almost scary how fast and loud those things are!
webgirl - Thursday, January 09, 2003 at 18:22:31 (EST) Hey
all you smartypants, I need some help. I found a woman with an
industrial sewing machine she wants to get rid of, but I can't
seem to find any info on it. She hasn't used it and when I went
to look at it, I was surprised to see that it looked nothing like
a regular machine. It's a Columbia, with a new Feitsew motor and
was in use until she got it. From what I can tell from searching
online, it's a blindstitch machine, as the top needle is curved
from left to right, and another needle that looks like a shrimp
fork moves in and out with a looping motion. How specific is a
blindstitch machine? Will I only be able to cuff all my pants
and make hundreds of curtains? I only have a regular sewing machine
now, and wanted to be able to sew the tough stuff. I should probably
wait for a different machine, right? Thanks.
Ruth Alfred Station, NY USA - Wednesday, January 08, 2003 at 18:30:54 (EST) I
just wanted to thank Elissa Meyrich for her book on learning how
to sew. I've moved in to my first apartment and was wishing that
I could make curtains, pillows, and all that instead of having
to buy them. But I've sewed a thing in my whole life. Your book
really helped me understand what to look for and how its all done.
Learning how to do it on my own has saved me big money! Thank
You!
Lauren Rutland, VT USA - Wednesday, January 08, 2003 at 18:28:10 (EST) Could
someone in the the Los Angeles area tell me where to purchase
large appliques to iron on a dressy suit. would like to have a
floral design. I know that large appliques exist because I saw
one ironed on a pair of pants on a T.V. show.
Yvonne <always_praising@hotmail.com> mission hills, ca USA - Wednesday, January 08, 2003 at 15:15:20 (EST) Raquel,
We do sell our own patterns and if you by our book it comes with
patterns and projects in it. Just click on shop at S.F.S.E. We
would love to branch to other cities and so many people ask if
we have any other locations but we need investors-- so if anyone
out there knows of some or one please put them in touch with us.
Thanks for all your compliments.
SewFastSewEasy New York, USA - Monday, January 06, 2003 at 18:44:41 (EST) why
are you not in chicago? you offer exactly the type of classes
i have been looking for...now im really contemplating that move
to brooklyn this year! how about making some patterns and/or projects
available online?
raquel <raquel@eclecticsoul.com> chicago, il USA - Saturday, January 04, 2003 at 05:53:05 (EST) happy
creative new year!
webgirl USA - Thursday, January 02, 2003 at 12:10:20 (EST) Marie,
We do teach everyone who takes the level 1 and on how to finish
raw seams with a sewing machine, however I'm not sure what you
were looking at beacause some hip fashionista's like us, sometimes
deliberately leave seams raw for a different fashion effect. There
are many ways to finish off clothing, accessories, and home dec.
It just depends what look you aiming for.
SewFastSewEasy USA - Thursday, January 02, 2003 at 07:17:30 (EST) |
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