Latest threads in Sewing Discussionsshow only best voted threads
| Subject | Author | Posted | Replies | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
|
|
recent projects
Oh yes, my older DGD had lots of shelf dolls and a couple AG as well. I made her many dolls, but the one she loved best and it stays on her & DH's bed today, is a baby doll that I found at Walmart whe...
15
|
14 years ago
|
15 | |
|
|
Craft Question (Cows)
This sounds like it might have been part of the "happy cow" California cheese campaign that's been running since the early 80s. I'd call or email the California dairy board to see if it sounds...
12
|
14 years ago
|
12 | |
|
|
More on the Victorian gown and coat
The next installment: >
—
|
14 years ago
|
— | |
|
|
tutu tulle troubles ?
I am using *Butterick 6660* and am having trouble with the tutu/skirt directions of all things :} I am having trouble understanding the layout/cutting and the piecing ? I am trying to make *skirt H*...
17
|
14 years ago
|
17 | |
|
|
Pfaff 1222 tension
i have an old pfaff 1222 machine i have been using for years... i was making an embroidry patch for my daughter's jeans, and now the tension seems to be off. at least, the upper thread is breaking on...
3
|
14 years ago
|
3 | |
|
|
BLING!
Sewing BLING on military stile jacket. Actually, this is a mock jacket in every sense! Mock fabric: 70% wool, 30% viscose Melton from Aberkhan (and very nice it is too, but it isn't Hainworths. Mind...
3
|
14 years ago
|
3 | |
|
|
It came! ;-)
The dress-form pin cushion I ordered for DGD a few minutes ago. It's PERFECT, looks exactly like the illustration. I am going to order some glass-headed pins to get her started. ;-) NAYY,
4
|
14 years ago
|
4 | |
|
|
Easy threading needles
Is there a particular brand of needles that are easier to thread for someone with impaired vision? Can you recommend a maker? Thanks
9
|
14 years ago
|
9 | |
|
|
can tulle be subbed with ?
other fabrics {organza,, net, chiffon, etc.} and is there a better substitution ? to be used for a knee length tutu for 3 yr old . thanks for any helpful advice robb
7
|
14 years ago
|
7 | |
|
|
Thought on Stores
I went to the new Hobby Lobby we now have. I was looking for inexpensive fabric to make bags to wrap odd shape gifts. I didn't take a lot of time checking out the store. I had a lot to do and was in a...
6
|
14 years ago
|
6 | |
|
|
forgot to show you guys
Posted this to another list. Forgot to show you guys. I was working on my skirt for Thanksgiving. Nice wool/rayon blend suiting. Did a trumpet skirt out of it. Very comfy. Looks wonderful with my...
1
|
14 years ago
|
1 | |
|
|
Dressmaker s-3000--manual needed
HTH: Dressmaker S 3000 Instruction Manual
1
|
14 years ago
|
1 | |
|
|
Rare Sale?
I likewise have had very good service from Atlanta Thread. The new ones are not for me, for DGD. I own at least five pairs of pinking shears, I've been using one pair for over 55 years. I cut almost...
4
|
14 years ago
|
4 | |
|
|
VOT: A Roomba mystery
We have talked about vacuums here, including the Roomba. So I thought I'd share our little adventure. My older son came to visit for a week (left Saturday) and while he was here, I walked past the...
51
|
14 years ago
|
51 | |
|
|
kenmore machine 385 19606
------------------------------------- I could not figure out how to reply to an existing post, so I'm starting over. I have the above machine, and I love it. I bought it last year, and I've only used...
1
|
14 years ago
|
1 |