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slight typo
Hey All, Just got an email flyer from Atlanta Thread. Had to chuckle. Had to share with those who would chuckle along with me. Now, don't get me wrong, they have marvelous deals all the time. I shop...
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Help with Bra Making
Hello I am having a problem with making a bra for myself. Been sewing awhile but my measurements for a bra are hard to fit. Here are my measurements Chest 44" Bust 53"(in the best bra i have atm which...
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recommendation for new sewing machine
The wife wishes to replace her White sewing machine purchased in the early '70's. Nothing terribly wrong with it except probably needs a professional cleaning. We figure it would be more economical in...
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New Williams sewing machine
Greetings, my wife and I are considering selling our antique New Williams sewing machine. It has been in my wifes family for years and is in good condition. I am wondering what kind of value it might...
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Overlocker and Coverstitch Machine - Suggestions Needed
Hello All I feel it's about time to add an overlocker to my sewing paraphenalia. I'm thinking of either buying an oldie but goodie either from ebay or my local shop which does refurbs or splashing out...
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My Web Site
I have a web site up that talks about my company. Under staff profiles there is a pic of my wife and I. I keep meaning to change the pictures because they are a tad stretched. Those were taken in 02....
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resize knit dress
hello my question is, how does one make a cotton knit dress bodice smaller? short sleeves, empire waist, do i just cut the bodice down? bought from thrift store, so this is my muslin:-)thank you for...
 
Hats Off
Well... I'm making the final turn around home stretch. All that is left is to hem the skirt (this weekend while the wife is home). My lack of knowledge about hand sewing is taking it's toll, something...
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simple sewing
I know I mentioned a few weeks ago that my machine has not seen much use because I was having back spasms. Well the spasms are gone but I still hurt. I decided a week or so ago to get myself back to...
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how to seam a wrap flap having a bias trimmed edge ?
If that was not clear . I am creating a girl's top that has a *faux* wrap front. The wrap part seams to the side according to the instructions. pattern neue mode 55535 However, I want to trim the edge...
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Machine stitch for lining
The skirt I'm making does not call for a lining however I'm going to be installing one anyway because it is made out of wool. I'm joining the seams together and am not very happy with the look of the...
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Few more questions
I've hit a bit of a road block as the waistband is throwing me for a bit of a loop. 1. With right sides together , pin facing to upper edge of skirt, matching center fronts and side seams; baste....
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Baby Lock Serger
I am looking for a manual for a Babylock Special Edition BLSE300 serger. I can't seem to find one. Does anyone have one or know where I can get one? Any help would be appreciated. Thanks Trace...
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OT but maybe not totally online sewing shop experience
I recently made a purchase from an online sewing supply store of a manual for my serger, a couple of serger blades and a stick on thread cutter from . When the package arrived I was pretty unhappy to...
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Dust Remover Spray
Hello all: Radio Shack has a Ozone friendly dust remover spray in a 10oz can. I use it a lot for radio work I do and found it comes in handy for blowing out the bobbin compartment and other parts on...
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