/diy/ - Do It Yourself

>>2693376

Rambo taught me how to sew. He sewed a poncho from a tarp and then sewed up a wound. Badass

>>2693376
There is an active sewing general thread already: >>2692036

>>2693517
The other one seems to have been made as bait to ridicule anons that are learning or want to cosplay. Read the last thread mentioned in OP to see how the progressed.
>>2693376
Dang. I got distracted last night and forgot to tell you my ideas for future threads.
>themed threads
The anon with the bookmark question inspired me. These threads aren't so popular that they fill up quickly, but popular enough that they don't get knocked off by other threads... it would be neat if each thread announced a small beginner project that we could all do and post pictures of to compare with each other. With the holidays coming up, anything we make could be for decor or for gifting.
>Sewing General #2:_______ edition
We should probably make the thread names more specific so that it's a little easier to see which thread is the most recent in this series.
>Look here first links
I imagine certain questions will be fairly common. We could try find some reputable sources for those really common questions and put them in the OP of each thread. I think the /3DPG/ threads dona really good of that for their stuff

>>2693525
I wouldn't be at all interested in beginner projects or sew-alongs as part of a sewing general thread. As its own thread,
not sure how much traction it would get. It would need an experienced sewer as a guide, so it doesn't become the blind leading the blind . And comparing beginner project results often degenerates into hurt feelings, and frustration and rage quitting. Some things to keep in mind.
A standard resource list or faq would be helpful for many folks, esp on basic hand sewing techniques, sewing machine recommendations, troubleshooting thread issues and free pattern sources. All questions that come up frequently.

I think this thread is the right place for my story: one day my mother-in-law asked to use the sewing machine I bought for my wife. I didn't suspect anything wrong because my mother-in-law is an adult and does not have senile thinking disorders. Literally fifteen minutes after I left her alone with the sewing machine, she called me over: the machine was skipping steps and didn't tighten the noose. I saw what she wanted to sew: denim folded in four. It will not be difficult for you to imagine my face when I try to maintain maximum calm explained to her that modern sewing machines are not comparable to the ones she was used to using in the eighties. The repair cost a pretty penny, except that I had to take sewing machine to a neighboring city to find out after payment that the problem was the overjumping of the timing belt... Which I could have clarified on my own if I had not been afraid to open a mechanical device unknown to me. Well, my experience in compressor and car repairs was not used this time, I wasted time and money instead.

>>2693574
If the machine can't handle 4 layers of denim, then it's not worth fixing. My Pfaff does 8 layers (attaching belt loops to the waistband) easily, when you raise the foot with a hump jumper.

>>2693582
I believe that each tool is good for its task: puff good for its price, brother for its price - a good entry-level sewing machine for light tasks with light fabric, that cannot be compared with the good old Singer with a foot drive.

>>2693538
I mean, it's not like the projects are required to participate in the thread. I don't think it would last as a thread on its own, just because it would take people time to make their item before posting about it. Either way, it's October! So I'm looking forward to seeing if anyone posts their Halloween projects here.
>>2693574
That sucks. Sounds like it would have been better to just buy a sewing machine for your mother in law. Lesson to learn, always ask how someone intends to use a tool before you let them borrow it.

>>2693636
I'm tired of all the bitching and lack of crafting, Pumpkin this place up a bit.

Why this thread so hostile?

>>2693794
TBF anon, a lot of people don't use google when it's at their fingertips and spoonfeeding gets annoying.

>>2693636
You right, it'll be better for me to buy her restored fully mechanical sewing machine that she knows how to deal with. But just one moment: on her retirement she lives the live that i want to, when my retirement comes: she travel along country on her van, She is a gray wanderer.

>>2693820
You are the one being hostile, most of those questions are from absolute beginners and resources on non clothing materials are often scarce. Plus most info these days is made into two hour long sew along videos where they skip over the important parts. If you were benevolent you’d have at least linked stuff like the sailrite and learnmyog tutorials in the OP

>>2693901
So she's the typical boomer parent? Then it's simple... if she doesn't pay for repairs, then don't let her borrow anything else. If she does pay for it, then at least she takes some responsibility for her actions and you might be able to let her borrow stuff again in the future... I was giving her the benefit of doubt that she was some sweet old lady who couldn't afford her own sewing machine... but sounds like I had it wrong.

I want to put a zipper with a closed ends right on a seam like in pic. But as y’all can see I’m failing, does this have a name or something?

Of course I could make a cutout and just top stitch it but I’d rather not have exposed edges on the inside or outside and if possible no threads on the outside either

>>2693973
No I'm not. Show me where I'm being a dick or hostile? My thread's purpose is to talk about sewing and enjoy your stay. Nothing more. Ask, get help, show off, otherwise, if you don't like the way the thread is built, you can go someplace else anon.

Ok, hear me out. I want to make a rain cloak. I made one from a half circle with a rectangle added center back, then added a hood. It wears nicer than a poncho, but is a bit annoying to wear when doing things. I made it zip about down to mid-thigh in the front. So now I want to make another one and am having a heck of a time figuring out if I'm trying to make something that's already been made. Basically, imagine a cloak / cape with very large arm slits at the side, then with a waist-length cloak / cape / (shawl?) over the top to keep your arms somewhat dry when they're through the sides rather than the regular old slits from historical (?) cloaks that would leak water and such. Is there a name for this? I'm sure I could make it, as it's really not complicated, but it would be fun to see other ideas before I start.
There must be some sort of /out/ist dork who wanted a silpoly cape before me, right?

>>2694376
Can you make a drawing. It sounds very much like a poncho to me. Bicycle rain cloaks tend to be two parts that both have elastic bands along the waist for easy on off. But I really don’t know what you want without a drawing

>>2693820
This. We're just trying to have a comfy sewing thread and these retarded assholes can't stop coming in bitching and moaning about how they can't do something even the most retarded tranny from /cgl/ can at least look up a video on.

>>2693973
If you're too lazy to scrub through a video you don't deserve to post here.

>>2693691
Looks like shit.

>>2694406
>>2694376

You'll have to suffer through my shitty mouse drawing. First one is a poncho which is a big rectangle with a hood in the center, so it hangs front and back and has slits on both sides. Second one is the thing I made already which I think fits pretty well the description of a cloak or cape, with the exception that I am using a zipper to close the front more securely than just a tie or clasp at the neck.

Third thing is what I want to make, a double cloak? cloak with shawl? shingled cloak? dunno. Some cloaks seem to have arm slits or holes so you can do things but then you have a big hole in the waterproof garment which seems non-optimal. So what I want to do is put large arm openings in the under layer and have an over layer to keep that all dry and shed water over top of it.

Dunno. I can't believe I'm the only person who has ever wanted this, but then again, there are a lot of things that I am apparently unique about.

>>2694515
Have you considered googling a pattern yourself or even (gasp!) going to a fabric store for one instead of begging to be spoonfed here?

I have a loaned sewing machine but I kinda wanna buy some accessories and extra needles to try, but at that point I think I should just go buy my own machine then.

But I feel unsure about committing for some reason. How to stop being a teetering faggot?

>>2694533
garage sale/craigslist

>>2694473
hey now anon, be nice at least, it's a cute pumpkin.

>>2694533
https://www.walmart.com/ip/Upgraded-Household-Portable-Mini-Sewing-Machine-for-Beginners-and-Kids-Thread-with-Needle-and-Thread-Set/2982966930?from=/search <---

>>2694515
Are you that cosplay faggot from the other thread? Stop posting.

>>2694529
Like I said in >>2694376 I have no problem making one; it's a simple pattern and I made the previous one without a pattern or really even measuring. I'm just wondering if this is a thing that exists or has a name, so I can look for inspiration or ideas before I start. There's a solid 6 yards of fabric in it, so any good ideas are welcome before I spend the money.

And yes, I've tried "double cloak", "circle poncho", "zip cloak", "zip poncho", and more including reading all sorts of articles about cloaks and history. It seems the closest thing is a cloak with slits for the arms. Bicycle cloaks or capes seem somewhat close, but those are designed to be draped over everything, not have your arms through and out. Most modern things are ponchos, with the head hole in the center of a rectangular piece. Near as I can tell this would be two garments in historical settings, a cloak and a mantelet or capelet over top. There are of course no zippers in the 14th century so the exact design seems to be entirely un-named at least as far as I have found so far. Picrel is the closest I've found and isn't particularly helpful.

Have you tried (gasp!) reading the post before responding, or (gasp!) discussing an image posted on an image board, or (gasp) being less of an insufferable jackass? You might get more people to like you.

>>2694538
Nah, that's part of the problem I'm having is that almost all of the things I've found on this are cosplay / ren faire types of things. I'm wanting this as a daily wear kind of thing for walking the kids to school or campouts or whatever. I have had good luck with ponchos but have found the cloak style to wear better if I'm not doing anything with my hands and to be drier (since there are no side slits). But it's a pain in the neck to do anything with your hands while wearing it, which is why I'm working on this idea. Is it that hard to discuss sewing in a sewing thread? I'd rather hang out with larpers who make their own gear than dingdongs who complain about talking about the subject of the thread...

Picrel is a "capatino double mantle cloak" which is close, but the mantle isn't as long as I'd like.

>>2694541
>>2694544
Maybe you should touch grass and go to a fabric store instead of bothering the thread with your inane questions.

>>2694473
Fuck you and post your work

>>2694556
but anon, there is no grass in a fabric store where I'm from. They might have artificial turf, I suppose, but that seems like it would be a poor material for rainwear as it would be porous and wouldn't drape correctly. Do the fabric stores have grass floors where you're from? Sounds very exotic.

Picrel is called "cloak and mantle", which may be as close as I'll get to a name for this thing.

Anons, how do you seam seal silpoly or silnylon? I used the silicone goop and it discolored the seams where I applied it. Should I just be more careful and mask it or something so that the discoloration looks neat, or is there tape or something that works better?

>>2694565
I know a guy who makes something very similar for day to day ware (hippy small holder / living history guy) and I asked him about this a while ago he said and I quote - "Seams are a bastard, the best you can do is rub em with bee's wax before you sew it and then run it over with a HOT iron and also get the densest fabric you can to make it from - historically if you had the money you'd have two one for spring an summer and one for Autumn an Winter"

Some advice from a guy who worked in Agriculture on a living history farm, this does stack as advice, I used to ware Natural tweed and Linnean and it's never 100% water proof but if it's made from natural fibres it will wick out an dry faster than something with lot's of synthetic extra's, also to that end Tastles and other such fabric wasn't just a technological limitation it had a legitimate use it wicks out damp faster and it reall does work.

Add to this layers, cold and comfort over time has different meanings and ways of getting it, you traditionally have stacked layers and removed or added them as needed - Tomorrow I am working on a site where I am going to be working in a place with a lot of mud while a Mason does some prep work to help him out and get him ready for my work (we're mates an work together often) I am wearing Long Boxers made from natural cotton, Moleskin Trousers, Silk wraps around my feet then woollen knee socks and leather boots, because while the leather is the most water proof it's still breathable, the cotton wicks away the moisture that may get in and the slik because it dries fast the three working together work like a dream to keep my feet nice toast an warm - historically it's not your core that needed warming your layers took care of that, the trick was your legs, arms, hands and feet and your head when they get cold YOU get cold.

>>2694565
google.com

>>2694572
Neato anon, thanks! The stuff I got was called "seam grip" so maybe it would work to just glue the seams. Maybe I'll make a new hood and do it that way. If I plan ahead better this time I can make the body of the cloak out of a single piece of fabric, and assuming I don't sew parts together that I don't mean to again, I can make most of it seamless.

Hope your feet stay warm!

2694572 (No You for You)
I hope you get fucking trenchfoot for spoonfeeding these assholes, you rambling schizo

ANONS

I FOUND IT

I think. An Inverness Cape seems to be what I'm describing. Or a coachman's cape, but apparently that's a name for a paint color so it's hard to search. Double cape with arm holes in the under layer and a cape over top. This is going to be amazing; I'll embarrass my children so much. I'm thinking neon safety yellow for the top cape with reflective edging, but what color should I make the rest of it? Safety orange, or maybe camouflage? So many choices.

Here, for the anons who still aren't sure what I'm talking about like >>2694575 or >>2694578 or >>2694556 or >>2694538 or >>2694529 (wow, this was a confusing topic for sure) I've made a diagram of the way the Inverness cape works so that you can see what I mean, pic related.

>>2694577

I know that stuff as Wonder Web and it's OK for tacking a Seam when hamming trousers or fixing a Seam before you sew it but I wouldn't trust it to be water proof.

>>2694578

Mate Anon has a question, I have an answer - part of the reason Image boards got such a shitty rep was knowledge hogs like yourself not wanting to share - FFS Anon has a question wants to do something I have answers and give him context, you don't learn without asking questions about something you can't work out.

>>2694588
make it the color of manilla, like the rope you'll use to hang yourself when you realize youll never be a woman

>>2694593
Ooh, good idea. I could even do a khaki color for the top cape and olive drab for the bottom to look like a Scout uniform. Maybe even put some patches on it so I can wear something that looks like a class A in the rain.

>>2693691
Thats pretty cute pumpkin me thinks. :>
i kinda wanna try making something like this.

>>2694635
Why do you insist on being a faggot?

>>2694635
tranny furfaggot shit is not welcome here

>>2694641
>>2694645
thanks for attention!
have a (you) for making me feel better.

>>2693691
Good idea. I don't have a pattern, or orange fabric, so I tried to freeform one with quilting squares. I think it turned out pretty good for 20 minutes and makes a good prototype. I don't need another pin cushion, so I will let the kids help pick out sticks to make the stem with and let them decide where they want it to go on display

Anyone got any recommendations for a book that you could sew from start to finish to learn basic techniques in an incremental way?

I also want to understand how patterns are drafted and not just become a robot who makes things from a recipe, but I'm guessing I shouls first get technique down by following instructions?

I've been looking and really liked Daisy Braid's Sew It Yourself so far, but almost all the patterns in that book are for women's stuff. I like that it has pattern sizes based on actual measurements and not just listing out "cut an x by y rectangle for size M". I find that many free online beginner patterns and articles are just enough explanation to make something but not enough to really understand each technique.

Finally got started on packing cubes. First test model didn’t turn out too well but I’ll get there eventually

>>2695000
No book recommendations sorry, but I think most patterns are made iteratively and by experience, like cut, sew, test, adjust create the pattern once its perfect.

For a t shirt for example you know that the two main parts should add up to waist size at the waist, the length of the main seam is the distance from hip to armpit, etc.

But imo sewing things from a pattern is a good way to get into making patterns, you’ll find out the reasoning behind the decisions as you go, make small changes to the pattern, etc

Is there a usability difference between front loading bobbins and drop-in bobbins?

The drop-in way looks a bit more convenient, but in the google results there's some woman's testimony that she "feels like" front load is more durable. I have a suspicion that it's only the fact that front loading is more old-school, and machines used to be made to last longer in general, while newer stuff is more likely to have drop in bobbins.

Been looking at new sewing machines, and the bernette b05 caught my eye as they say it has a nice strong engine, it's mechanical, and it seems like a nice "just werks" option. (I know old machines are better value for the money, but I'd rather pay a bit more than end up with something I'd have to spend hours troubleshooting, and being unsure whether it's my lack of skills or if it's the machine that's broken). I mainly want to make clothes.

https://youtu.be/ZSmY9M0IVuk

Pretty crazy that a video like this would have 2.5 million+ views

>>2695202

Look here, drop-in only has 1 true advantage. 1) a transparent bobbin lid so you can see how much thread is left.

The other "advantage" is that the hook only spins in 1 direction and doesn't reverse so it is theoretically smoother, but this would only matter at high speeds which are not practical for sewing.

front bobbin is better. It's much easier to get the parts out for cleaning and usually the parts are all metal. Drop-in bobbin parts usually have some plastic and if any part gets a nic in it it could catch on thread and its game over for you

i made a shitty spinning wheel driven by motor
it accidentally even has a bobbin slip mechanism which i didn't know was supposed to be in it to work lol

>>2695062
Question about this one I think I don’t know the right term.
I first make a ‘loop’ out of a ~800x75mm piece by joining the short ends. Then I sew the loop onto the bottom which is a rounded rectangle. Is there any way to make this process easier? Right now I clip it all the way around but in the corners I still have to guesstimate it because I can’t clip it in it’s 3D form. The inside corner looks like pic related, but I think there has to be an easier and cleaner way for something like this

>>2695340
what i do: first of all, don't close the edge loop until you've sewn it on at least one side. start in the middle somewhere and sew toward one end, then go back to where you started from and sew the other direction. try to keep your seam allowances exact, as having deviations in the seam allowance for the face will change the required length of the loop. close the loop once it's sewn to one or both sides.
it's not perfect and i do that for good enough work on camping gear. i think if you wanted it perfect you'd want to make 4 edge pieces so you can sew them on straight, then sew the 4 pieces together at the corners, rather than one loop all the way around which is hard to get right

>>2695340
Try using pins to match up your edges before you sew. Take more time on it near the corners. Alternatively, do each side individually instead of using one long piece. Just make sure each side has overhang so you can sew them together.

Suggestions on how to clean out your machine from all the extra shit in it? A can of air and maybe something to suck it out right? Any extra ideas?

Not sure if this is the right thread for this but - is there any way to fix a dress' zipper without having to do the whole needle-and-thread thing or removing the zipperline? I just need a new pulley on it so it closes, bought a little kit for it, but it seems most tutorials have you open stuff up, remove it, sew stuff etc. Both the top and bottom are 'stopped'/sewed in, and I need to attach it to the bottom.

>>2695626
I remove the bottom and dust it with canned air, and tweezers if there are pieces of thread or lint wrapped around moving parts

>>2695643
You don’t have to remove the entire zipper, just the tab on the end where it opens to (the ‘start’ of the zipper) to expose the beginning of the teeth. For coil zippers you’re sometimes able to force a zipper pull in, pulling teeth in through the sides but in my experience it’s pretty hard to do right. Another option is to cut into the zipper at the beginning, put the new pull in, and add a new zipper tab over the cut parts. You’ll lose about an inch of zipper but won’t have to remove existing stitches

>>2695653
Problem is (excuse my lack of terminology) is that the bottom is 'extra'. So, assuming we start in the middle, there's full zipper (open) - a stop + sewed on, and THEN it's the last part where you normally make changes. I'll add some pics in a moment so maybe anons can give some advice.

>>2695653
It's kind of worked away, but as you can see - there's clips on there + the start of the 'open' part is sewed on. Is there ANY way I can get a new zipper on without getting everything undone? I've never really sewn or done this before, so I'm afraid I'll ruin everything.

>>2695677
Remove clip
Cut pink stitching in bottom of right image where the zipper sides meet
Slide zipper pull on
Redo the clip
Redo the pink stitch by hand

If you can’t undo the clip just cut it off if you don’t need the extra length and sew it closed.

>>2695701
That's what I was afraid of, thanks anon.

>>2695626
Canned air isn't great if it blows lint back into oiled moving parts. I used pipe cleaners and tweezers and a small stiff bristled paint brush.

>>2695677
This is what you get for buying your sissy dresses from Aliexpress.

>>2695780
>Anon sees sissy stuff anywhere he goes
curious

>>2693376
I'm new to sewing. I want to make my own heavy-use accessories like pouches, rifle slings, etc. Any good sewing machines for that type of material and resources for learning?

>>2695719
noted

>>2695812
I have a bernina and I use and I commonly sew faux fur, I suggest 110/18 needles at that.

>>2695626
i use qtips

Uh, does this general have a sort of pattern archive ? Or what places do you guys get free patterns from?

>>2696092
not yet. But that's not a bad idea. If people start adding shit, I'll make a google sheets

>>2696092
It depends on what you're looking for. Joann has pattern sales for $1.99-5.99 occasionally, simplicity.com has pdf and paper options for sale cheaper than usual too. For completely free patterns, some indie companies will have a few available if you sign up for their e-mails, kokka fabrics has a few iirc. Sewingpatternreview.com has reviews on patterns, machines, and so on. I could give you more, but I don't know what you're wanting to sew.

>>2693376
How hard would this be, to do on a Regular Sewing machine?

>>2696474
to copy those? easy but if you've never done any sewing don't start with that do a tote bag or a pillowcase first

>>2696474
As in, sewing that type of fabric? Or all the points/pieces with multiple layers? Or sewing the curved inset pieces? All of that is doable with a home use machine. Have you done pants before? Have you done side seam pockets before? Have you made cargo pockets with flaps before? Set in a waistband before? All doable, just takes practice but a home use machine could handle it.

Sew a totebag first? Why? That's like telling someone who wants to learn to drive to first learn how to ride a bike. If you want to learn to sew pants, sew very simple pants first. Then add pockets. Then add a waistband, etc.
t. retired seamstress and sewing teacher

Who are your favourite youtubers?

Where can I watch a work of a master sewing for instance a formal shirt?

I've always been interested in fashion and the idea of making cloths fit exactly my proportions really interests me.

>>2696544
Simple pants are just tote bags with holes for the legs

>>2696572
LMFAO! Ok, I'll take it.

Is this the right thread to ask where I should buy a nice sewing kit? Send me links to high quality kits.
I don’t really sew but as I was thinking about lancing a bee sting to try to get the stinger out, I was lamenting about not having a proper kit of sewing stuff. Including lots of different quality needles

>>2696677
just ask your coworker that smokes for a cig to do that.

OK guys I'm gonna make pants and shirts, what ya know? I'm gonna do more shit in a bit.

>>2696677
> lancing a bee sting to try to get the stinger out
Lancing is done with a hollow slanted end needle and will not get a bee stinger out because it has a hook on the end. Please don’t do self surgery and especially not with sewing equipment

>>2696477
>>2696540
Brother SE 600, no experience. Couldn't find any online vid.
THNX

>>2696845
That machine is mainly sold as an intro embroidery machine. BUT it functions well as a sewing machine too. Just be sure to familiarize yourself with the sewing settings (stitch type, stitch length, tension, buttonholing, etc) and practice a bit so you're comfortable threading it, changing the bobbin, winding a bobbin, and which needle you need for your fabric. Go for it.

>>2696845
https://www.walmart.com/ip/Brother-PE800-Computerized-Embroidery-Machine-with-5-in-x-7-in-Embroidery-Area-and-LCD-Screen/557811670?from=/search

Is there any way to hem/alter the collar of this shirt? If not, would it it be impossible or just very difficult?

I will probably get the chance to have a bigger sewing space in the near future. I've only recently started, but my biggest pain in making stuff so far has been not having a large enough table for laying out large material for marking and cutting.

So I'm thinking I should definitely get a big, solid cutting/drafting table to help make this part of the workflow smoother (and less dreaded by me). My current surfaces are both too small (not even enough free floorspace), and/or not quite flat (like on top of a bed). I'm hoping a proper table for this would make this easier for me (and then I wouldn't be able to blame the circumstances).

https://inthefolds.com/q-a-series/2023/tips-for-choosing-a-cutting-table
This is the article I've read, and while I won't start planning out size and so on until I know the measurements of the new place, I would love to hear any experiences or tips you guys might have regarding this topic (both getting good at cutting and setting up a sewing space for optimal cutting).

Wanna start to sew plushies as cute relaxing hobby with optional opportunity to make some money.
Tell me about websites or places with easy plushie patterns. Cholyknight.com is awesome, but I wonder is there something else?

>>2696950
I would just build a simple frame with a big sheet of mdf on top, a 2x1m cutting mat, and a recess/hole for the machine so that its surface is level with the table. Then drawers and some shelves for pattern and fabric storage underneath.

>>2696921
What would you want to do? They’re often serged on the inside with little room for alterations, other than making the arms or waist shorter

>>2696867
>>2696863
$308 VS $899?
Will try to make curtains first, then hem shirts and jackets that are a bit too large. Eventually move onto hemming pants.
Thinking of Scotch tape? To hold stripes in place until sewn, easier than pins???

>>2696677
JoAnn fabrics and hobby lobby always has sewing kits with a sewing box. They are pretty good. I actually have two of them because I bought my first one when I was a kid and then my mom gifted me bigger one when I was older. If you don't have those stores nearby, you could probably find one at Walmart.

My husband uses my straight pins to get out splinters that are stuck below the skin, so I totally understand what you are talking about, although I wouldn't recommend it. You could try rubbing ice around the bee sting and your body should push the stinger out enough that you can grab it with tweezers

>>2696950
If there is an IKEA near you, I really like the kallax system. Stick two of them back-to-back and then slap a desk top on it like picrel. You can also get desk legs for it if you want the table top to extend further to leave space to put a chair or a stool. Only good though if IKEA is actually near you. Their shipping fees are a bit ridiculous.

>>2696974
Pinterest is actually the best resource for free plush patterns, tho the majority of them are copyrighted patterns that are illegally reprinted and come without instructions. Plushmaking is an expensive hobby that takes years to break into money-wise, esp if you're only using someone else's patterns and doing beginner level work. I'll post my resource list from /toy/'s STG (soft toy general) for you ina second reply.

>>2696974
Books:
Stitched Safari, Tomomi Maeda
Sewn Animal Heads, Vanessa Mooncie
Anatomy of a Doll, Susanna Oroyan
How To Make Stuffed Animals, Sian Keegan
Soft Sculpture, Carolyn Vosburg Hall
Pretty Birds, Virginia Lindsay
Sewing Tiny Toys, Carolyn Vosburg Hall
Constructing Teddy and His Friends, Jennifer Laing
Big Little Felt Universe, Jeanette Lim
Soft Animals A to Z, Carolyn Vosburg Hall
The A to Z of Soft Animals, Carolyn Vosburg Hall
The Artful Bird, Abigail Patner Glassenberg
The Complete Book of Teddy-Bear Making Techniques, Alicia Merrett and Ann Stephens
>Stuffed Animals From Concept to Construction, Abigail Patner Glassenberg
Creative Soft Toy Making, Pamela Peake
Making Soft Toys for Children, Pamela Peake
Aardvark to Zebra, Lois Boncer
Beyond Bears, Jennifer Carson
Good Design in Soft Toys, Rudi de Sarigny
Modern Soft Toy Making, Margaret Hutchings
>Design Your Own Stuffed Toys, Anne Dyer
The Techniques of Soft Toymaking, Enid Anderson
The Creative Book of Soft Toys, Sue Caitlyn Quinn.

Some online resources:
Abby Glassenberg’s site:https://whileshenaps.com
Diffeomorphism’s various tutorials on Deviant Art, including “How to create a pattern from a reference,” Geometric Patterning, parts 1 and 2”, “Scaling and Printing plushie patterns,” etc.
https://www.deviantart.com/.../475.../patterns-and-tutorials
Sarah Blakey (NazFX) has a significant number of video tutorials on plush making for sale on her Gumroad:https://nazegoreng.gumroad.com
A lot of the books are out of print but come used on various book sites. Tons of tutorials on Youtube, too, for various aspects of plush making

>>2696950
I use 2 adjustable height saw horses with a 4' x 8' wood tabletop as a work table for cutting, layout, hand sewing, ironing, etc, and have a separate desk for my machine and serger.

>>2696990
Pins are better than tape for stability. Tape will creep since it won't adhere well to fabric. Only thing I ever use tape for is to quickly mark the topstitch line on lapped zippers.

>>2697027
Sorry--centered zipper not lapped. Not enough coffee yet this morning.

>>2697031
Thanks, will give it a try, when I get that good.

>>2697020
which ones do you recommend the most? there's so many

>>2697059
Abby Glassenberg's book in green is the best currently available for learning how to plush and pattern. It's good, but not great. Anne Dyer's book is out of print but a better technical pattern design book.

>>2697104
thank you

>>2696990
I've made a curtain. It's not hard remotely

>>2696950
I use my cutting mat on the hardwood floor. It's not amazing on the back, and requires frequent breaks to straighten out. Something that I've been looking at is folding leaf cart tables that are larger, like a 3x5 space when fully expanded. The carts can come with storage, or if you want to make a storage area below it, you probably could finagle something easily. The leaves folding down keeps it from shitting up too much space when it's not in use. I don't know if I can recommend looking specifically for sewing carts or cutting tables, since as soon as you add a descriptive term of purpose for an item, you can expect to pay more.

>>2696990
Look at sewing clips. You can find them on Amazon for cheap, and they can come in a small tin that makes it easy for keeping them together. I use them often because of clumsiness and stabbing often with pins. You'll possibly still need pins if you're doing seams that are strongly curved.

>>2695812
Made my own plate carriers. Simple enough to make a pattern and sew. Can order clips and nylon strap off amazon.

>>2696950
Saw horses and sheet of plywood would work.

>>2697303
Just checked Kallex prices got damn, can make better for significantly cheaper.

>>2697303
Plywood should be good side up and edges sanded smooth so it won't snag fabric that hangs over.

>>2695812
I bought a singer """heavy duty""" machine for making slings for climbing and random gym equipment and could get maybe 2 - 3 layers of webbing with a walking foot. I think on things like pouches etc. that use 500+D nylon and multiple layers of narrow goods you need and old upholstery machine or >>2695898 what he mentioned.
The good news for me is at least the singer is great for "normal" sewing tasks like making clothing patterns and alterations.

>>2697736
>slings for climbing
Not for anything critical I hope?

Found out my sibling is having a baby girl so I decided to make some burp cloths since I have some terry cloth already. Cut one red and one white, found some solid light pink flannel on sale. Now that I have them cut I think it looks so damn plain to have both sides one solid colour. Any suggestions for appliqué or any other way to make it more interesting?

>>2698494
Make a different set that looks nicer and leave these to get torn up. Their purpose is to be a barrier for baby vomit anyway. If you make something with an applique, it needs to be flush and secure.

>>2698494
Plain is a feature, not a bug! They're going to get washed repeatedly and barfed on, drooled on, used to wipe up....stuff. Any decoration won't survive well. Just roll with it and bundle then with a cute ribbon and tag instead.

Question here, maybe I understand it wrong but:
On a patchwork, the seams are hidden by doing them on the inside
On a quilt the stitches go through all three layers

So how do I do a patchwork quilt? Sew the patches together first, open the seams and then go exactly over the same line for the quilt part? Or should the ‘quilting’ be done in another direction to avoid having them just off

Also can I just use pillow filling (from cheap pillows I think it’s polyester) as batting?

>>2698585
Quilt is made up of 3 layers: top, batting, backing. Top is the pieced part, which is usually patchwork. Backing is usually a single large piece of fabric, or 2/3 pieces sewn together. After the top is completely pieced together and the seams are nested, it gets layered with the batting and backing, pinned or basted together then quilted and then the edges are finished. Batting is a roll of felted material like wool, cotton, ployester or a combo of those. Batting is totally different than pillow stuffing. Quilting can be done however you want. In the ditch follows joinlines/seams. But most quilting lines go across the entire surface of the patchwork top in an infinite number of patterns to bind the top, batting, backing sandwich together. There are sooooo many resources for quilting how to's out there, inc books, blogs, videos, quilt shops, etc. that you can look for that can explain the processes and tecniques in detail.

>>2698585
Your picrel is a Bayhill Studios quilt. Zoom in and you can see each square is quilted just inside the seamlines. Picrel is same quilt with backing. Zoom in and look at the quiltlines on the backing side to see how they did it.

>>2698452
Not with the machine since I can't get it to consistently go through that many layers but I've used slings I bar tacked with a sewing awl.

Has anyone here used Dye-Na-Flow on fabric? I've got some stretch panne velour, and I'm considering using the Dye-Na-Flow with a fixative to get some color variations similar to cross sections of agate. I'm just looking for some anecdotal experiences before impulsively dying the piss out of this fabric.

>>2698639
Stretch panne is usually 100% polyester, so you should be good, but I haven't actually dyed panne velvet before. Dharma Trading Company carries Dye-na-flow. Maybe email them and ask, soecifically about fixatives.

hey check this out some dude launched a online tool for making patterns from 3d models
https://plushify.net/

How do you procure sexy expensive fabric? I've been to some local fabric stores and most stuff was of the cheaper variety. When I get good I wanna make the finest clothes for myself, will I have to bite the bullet and order fancy fabrics "blind" online?

>>2698957
Most places like Mood in NY are happy to swatch fabrics for you for a small fee

>>2699000
Mood does a number of free swatches with your order.
>>2698957
Go for Mood online. You can pick up a couple of yards of some versatile cotton sateens, or just something that can be used for other projects, then grab a few free and paid swatches with your order. I've ordered from there several times and haven't ever really been disappointed. Do understand that cost doesn't translate to quality, and designers will hock their overpriced shit fabric with glee, and it will carry the offensive pricetag successfully because of brand alone.
A good quality silk charmeause would probably be nice.

>>2698833
That's awesome. I'm going to have to bookmark that one. I just started working on a video game with some friends. I have a character that I made as a kid that I'm going to try to recreate in blender. Once that's done, I very much want to try making a plush of him for my kids

>>2696677
like others have said, don't do self surgery. but if you do, and want to extract something, you want a scalpel and fine tweezers/forceps. needles are only useful for popping blisters etc and even then I use a pair of nail clippers or a scalpel for that

>decide I'm finally good enough to make an actual garment
>get some flannel with a fun pattern to make pajama pants for gf
>didn't pay attention and cut out pieces with pattern upside down
>pants she gave me to trace were really tight and stretchy so my pattern was too small, didn't notice until she was trying it on
>not sure how to do an elastic band
Gee I love wasting 20 dollars on supplies for a project I had to scrap

>>2699629
Just seam rip it and use the materials to make a skirt or a pair of shorts. Make it look patchworky or just section out with another bit of flannel in a solid, complimentary color, then line it with something. Use a zipper. This time measure her. Measure around her waist, around her hip bones, around her ass at the fullest part. Pay attention to your seam allowances, and if you use anything for reference, just make sure that it's made out of similar stretch/whether it's knit or woven. Go to sewist.com and look at skirt patterns on there. It's under $3, and you just input her measurements after picking out the design. It knocks out guesswork on garment making at least at first.
You didn't waste anything, you just learned how to repurpose materials and do a different design instead.

>>2699629
Oh, and elastic bands aren't too bad. I hope you're prewashing your material first though, because it's going to big time blow if she washes it and it shrinks after you busted it trying to fix the whole thing. Youtube isyour friend on techniques. I've learned from scratch on how to do quite a bit there, and how to improvise if I don't like something on a pattern.

>>2699680
just wash it? it doesn't come apart at the seams?

>>2699721
You've gotta pre-wash any fabric you buy that's intended for wearing, unless it's never meant to get wet. There's some fabrics, like rayon and viscose, that are questionable and can sometimes be washed. Flannel is definitely going to need to be washed before you cut your pieces out because of the cotton and it's tendency to shrink. I've got a mesh bag I use for this and just wash it on the delicate cycle on warm. Drying, I do low or medium heat in the bag. You might get some fraying on those edges, and if you want to prevent that you can always overlock the edges of the whole piece of fabric you're washing before throwing it in. I don't, and just deal with the aftermath. It's just some strands that get snarly and shitty that you clip and clean up, nothing awful.

>>2697020
Not that anon but thanks man

>>2700020
You're very welcome. I make custom plushes so feel free to ask questions

>>2698522
ended up cutting some hearts from scrap fabric and interfacing and satin stitched them on, if it somehow comes undone over time it won't affect the functionality of the cloth

just basic needle and thread, maybe a curved needle?
will a stiching awl do the trick if im looking to start doing patches?

What is this machine but not automatic embroidery technique? It's in a certain big brand's new instagram video

>>2700474
Don’t most patches already have larger holes around the inside of the serged edges to make it easier to get a needle through? The ones I’ve done had it, but I can’t tell for sure from your pic

>>2700474
What do you mean by doing patches? Sewing them on? Making them?

>>2700530
sewing them on mainly.
though i do have an interest in making them.
i know those multi needle embroidery machines can be a pretty penny though.

>>2700482
Free motion embroidery?

>>2700581
You won't need an awl unless the base fabric is leather. Regular needle and thread, and do a whipstitch along the edge. Might need a thimble tho. Double over the thread.

Hand hemmed one leg with a blind hem stitch. I like how it looks compared to the original finish, I think I'll use this for nicer pants.

First pants I've hemmed (to shorten). I plan on trying out regular straight machine stitched hems and machine blind hems too down the line.

I wanna get familiar with finishing options like this for when I make my own garments from scratch.

>>2700105
Different anon here. I'm just starting to learn plush making and I have zero sewing experience.

Is there equipment that you have found to make a big difference in finished quality or ease of build? I'm reading "Stuffed Animals From Concept to Construction" and it's got a pretty extensive list in the first chapter (see image). Is there anything you would add to that? Is there anything you recommend splurging on when starting out? I'm thinking a really good pair of scissors is important, but I don't know how to tell if scissors are great or just ok. I already have a sewing machine.

>>2701217
I'll put together a list for you of what I use regularly a bit later today. Good sewing scissors are a must. I like the Gingher brand. I have 4 different pairs that are 30 years old. I have them resharpened every year. Applique or duckbill scissors, serrated edge, 8 inch shears, and pinking shears. I also have 2 prs of tailor's snips--one on my work table and one next to my machine. Worth their cost by far as investment pieces, all of them. Long and short hemostats are invaluable for turning and stuffing. I like the ones that lock. Long serrated tweezers are also very handy. I also like the IBC 1 1/4 inch super fine silk pins instead of regular sewing pins. You can pin more closely without distorting the seamline, sew over them, and iron on them because they have a very narrow shaft. Anyway, I'll get a more comprehensive list for you later today.

is it normal for treadle to go in the opposite direction if there is any resistance in the path

>>2694533
Best machines out there are Bernina for sure! I found one on Facebook market place, for just $100.

>>2695000
Any books by Wilfred Aldrich are amazing for drafting your own flat patterns, really helps build confidence. As for patterning from scratch, dresses are super easy, if you have a mannequin that’s your size. I’m sure there’s got to be loads of videos on YouTube for it. I recently made a mannequin of my exact measurements, from an online store. It was definitely a challenging make though!

>>2696092
A website called mood fabrics I discovered recently, isn’t bad. But mostly I like to get my patterns from Wilfred Aldrich books, they’re amazing if you manage to snag one for cheap!

>>2701217
Ok, here's a list of my basic everyday supplies/tools/materials. It covers some of the same things as Glassenberg lists in her book, and a bunch of other stuff besides the scissors and hemostats I mentioned earlier.
Large spiral bound sketch book
Pattern Drafting: tracing paper (roll of medical paper), large 90 degree triangle, 18” clear ruler, pencil, eraser, various clear french curves, tailor’s tape measure, roll of oak tag (heavy manila paper), paper scissors
Steam iron, silk organza pressing cloth, cotton pressing cloth, ironing board
Black ball point pen and white gel pens for pattern tracing onto fabric, large flat washers for pattern weights
Scissors—already talked about
Pins—already talked about
Xacto knife for cutting backing of long faux fur, instead of scissors
1/4” quilting/piecing foot for sewing machine—I mainly use this for plushes
applique or satin stitch foot for sewing machine
all purpose foot for sewing machine
Sewing machine needles—Universal 90/14
Hand sewing needles (sharps)
Beeswax
Sewing thread—Coats and Clark, Gutermann
Embroidery needles (I hand embroider, don’t have a machine)
Embroidery floss (I use DMC exclusively)
Doll needles for needle sculpting
Hemostats for turning/stuffing
Ball point awls for making holes for safety eyes
Safety Eyes and Setters (2 sizes from GlassEyesOnline)
Muslin and knock off Minky for pattern testing (I use Joann’s “Minky” to test patterns)
Shannon Minky Cuddle 3 and specialty Minkys in various colors/patterns (I mainly buy from CaliQuiltCo on Etsy)
Polyfil
Polyester batting
Knit iron on interfacing
Barbara Willis Stuffing Forks in 2 sizes (Dollmaker’s Journey carries these, along with hemostats)
Bone folder for turning corners and creasing fabric
Lite EZ-Steam II for adhering appliques before stitching
Stick-n-Washaway paper for embroidery
Sulky Totally Stable Iron-On Tear-away Stabilizer for appliquing
Jeton-type plastic bead armature and pliers for poseable plushes

>>2701538
You mean Winifred aldrich? The Metric pattern cutting series?

>>2701547
Mood has the most awkward ease. You have to do your homework on a muslin before dicking around with any of your good fabric for their patterns.

I've gotten into making my own outdoor gear, been using a domestic machine (thanks mom) so far, but it struggles with multiple layers of fabric & sewing on webbing. So i'm thinking of buying a machine better suited to this. Luckily there's someone on gumtree nearby who has loads of older machines for sale, lots of singer 99k's etc. stitch wise i only need straight & zigzag. There's viking husqvarna which I'm thinking of getting from them, see pic related, seems like a solid machine. People say that these older machines are generally better built / more durable, which i why I'm going for one, (its also only $70) . Going to test before i hand over cash. Is this a good idea or should i stump up more cash for something newer.

>>2694533
what is this a module from a spacecraft

>>2701602
Yep whoops, sorry I was just going off memory for the name

>>2701744
Older machines with more metal parts are generally better in my experience. Are you using the right needle? Leather, topstitching and heavy duty needles are some to try. Are you using a hump jumper to keep the foot level when you sew thicker layers? That alone can make a world of difference in how much the machine struggles. You can buy plastic ones but it's easier to make your own custom ones with folded fabric. At the link, what she does with cardboard, I do with a long scrap of whatever fabric I'm sewing. https://youmakeitsimple.com/tag/hump-jumper/

>>2701217
Plush maker here. A lot depends on the sort you're making. While some doll like ones will require armatures and safety eyes, others will be more suited to embroidered eyes and features.

That being said, I concur with the other anon on getting food scissors. Both full size fabric sheers and smaller ones.

>>2701590
This list is good. The only things I'd knock off personally are beeswax, knit iron interfacing, batting. The latter two might be relevant based on the plush you're doing, but I don't see a need for it off the bat.

Practicing with cheap Joanns fleece is a good start. Not even necessarily the minky knockoff, just the cheap shit that has some knit stretch to it so you can get used to it. That way you can also draw on the prototypes and mark where you'll need to take things in or adjust. Lot easier to do on the cheap fleece than on the furry minky.

>>2702741
Beeswax is important for smoothing and strengthening thread when ladder stitching the turning/stuffing openings closed, and when attaching surface pieces like ears, tails, wings, etc., because those areas are under more pressure. Interfacing stabilizes areas of bias to prevent stretch where you don't want it (ears, narrow legs, etc.) and supports inner corners, darts, and other areas with very small seam allowances. Batting is better for stuffing small areas that need firm soft support, like at the tops of legs where they meet the body, rather than overstuffing with polyfil and distorting the shape. Necessary? Maybe not, but all help provide a professional durable finished product.

I made a scrunchie based on this guide from a book and it scrunches all right, but I wasn't sure what the best way to do step 4 was. Since the tube was pretty small and I don't have a free arm I hand stitched it, but I'm wondering, is it possible to sew a small tube like this with a sewing machine somehow (without sewing it shut)?

Also, what's the nicest way to hand stitch that part together?

>>2703602
It's easier to sew the short ends together at step 2, like in the instructions here: https://mellysews.com/how-to-make-scrunchies/
Push the tube thru only until the short ends meet, keeping the turning gap on the outside where you can see it. Backstitch the short end seams together by hand, then turn out thru the turning gap. Insert the elastic and stitch elastic ends together by hand or machine. Close the turning gap by hand with a ladder stitch or by machine with an edge stitch.

>>2703602
https://m.youtube.com/watch?v=6nGLJTjHLHk&pp=ygUNZGl5IHNjcnVuY2hpZQ%3D%3D

I found this video to be a pretty simple and straightforward

>>2701744
does this machine use cams for stitch patterns

>>2703958
https://www.manualslib.com/manual/1207368/Husqvarna-Zigzag-1030.html#manual
Husqvarna model from their OP pic, looks like no.
The Singer 99k model doesn't use them either.

Happy Halloween!

These are poorly made, but I made them! And I got them done in time for trick or treating! My girls have been so excited about their costumes. I made a lot of mistakes..
Mostly because I did this without a pattern, but I think I did ok adjusting my mistakes to make them still usable.

>>2704072
Nice

Best bargain better than expected simple sewing machine? I want basic stitches only and I need my kids to be able to use it so I need something that's easy to just sew with that isn't too expensive. Like an underrated basic machine. Thoughts?

Also today's glove repair. These are comfy and fit well, so I'm just hoping to get by until Christmas.

>>2700474
thimble. never used anything but a normal needle and thread myself.

>>2701744
Similar here, been making flannel shirts and jackets and whatnot. The older, metal machines are good for stuff like that, better than most new, $500-ish "heavy duty" machines I've used. My grandma gave me her old singer 99k recently and I deep cleaned and restored it (old machines often have gummed up 3-in-one oil or WD40 in them. They also may need grease for the motors so you'll want to look into that) and got it running well. Also have a Singer 15-91 that I use a lot. Neither are picky about thread and will run heavy thread no problem, they are picky about bobbins, though. Either of them will sew 5-6 layers of flannel without a hiccup, as well as denim, canvas, thin leather, etc. Even sews silk without a hitch. Only straight stitch, so I use a Janome HD for "fancy stitches" and finishing seams that need an overlock or something.

>>2700747
Very, very nice! I know it seems like a simple thing, but you get a real appreciation for hemming after trying it.

hello, never sewed before.
i somehow manage to tear the palm side seam of my longsleeve shirt/hoodie cuffs at work (manual labour) probably because i roll them up when i need to cool down and the cuff in general just gets torn all over the place.
i was wondering if it's possible to put buttons on the cuffs like a work shirt, or if it's even a good idea to do that? thanks

>>2704939
You'd want to reinforce the edge somehow so it doesn't fray, but yeah, it could be done with buttons.

For the effort though, it might just be better to see the seam back together

I bought a body pillow cover of my favorite vtuber, but it's still in the packaging because I don't have a pillow for it. But if I get a pillow for it, I'd want to protect the pillow cover from harm, so I need something else to put over it. It seems that they don't make zippered pillow protectors out of clear vinyl(At least not in body pillow sizes) so I thought about getting something like this $10 amazon tablecloth and making my own, but I have basically no experience with this sort of thing, or if this idea is even feasible.

>>2705140
You'll need a zipper and a teflon foot, and probably some strips of tisdue to keep the pladtic from dragging as you sew

>>2705187
I probably also need a sewing machine too. Would >>2694537 be enough?

>>2705140
I don't want to discourage you from learning to sew, but they have waterproof body pillow covers. Walmart, Amazon. If you use a vinyl tablecloth, it's going to make a repulsive sound and make the pillow less comfy.

>>2705223
I'm aware they make waterproof body pillow covers, but none of the ones I see for sale on amazon are made of clear material. I don't actually want to sleep with the pillow so comfort isn't a concern. I just want to display it with the rest of my merchandise collection, while keeping it free of dust and other contaminants.

>>2705238
Oh. I saw a dakimakura transparent cover from a place on google when I waslooking earlier. Would that work?

>>2705287
That might work out, yeah. What was it?

>>2705293
It was pretty much just this, but more expensive and from a Japanese site for dakimakura. This would probably work better, should be the length of a standard body pillow with the longest option, and it's cheaper.

I lost the plastic piece that snaps on the front of my steamer. Can i still use this on my wool pants or will it burn and shrink them

anyone ever try to use Heat n Bond Ultrahold? every time I try to use it to make a quick patch it always just seems to peal off and not bond

Any boulderers or climbers lurking? I'm interested in getting into sewing for project goal of making my own crashpads and chalkbags. What kind of sewing machine should I get in terms of brand name or terms to look for when shopping online? What does the sewing machine have to be capable of? The material is 600D polyester, or Cordura. Thanks for sharing the wisdom

How do I hem these stretchy pants for my mom? I don't have twin needles or fancy stuff like that, do I use a zigzag stitch? I was thinking of doing a vanilla double fold hem but then I read that knot fabrics are usually not hemmed that way.

In the middle is the original stitch for the hem, on the right my first straight stitch attempt (was too close to the edge so the feed dogs weren't in contact on the rigth, ended up wonky)

>>2701366
>>2701590
>>2702865
Thanks a million for the info, in particular the Gingher brand recommendation. I've been trying to think of a reply but it's kind of overwhelming.

>>2702741
Thank you for weighing in also. The Joann fleece tip is very helpful.

>>2706021
If you wanna keep the stretch it’s got to be zig zag. Unless if you try stretching it slightly while straight stitching but it won’t be as stretchy and can sometimes have a weird curl to it, so I think go for simple zig zag.

>>2706191
You're welcome. After a while you'll find the "kit" and equipment that works best for you and how you sew. Just takes time and practice.

>>2705140
Tell us who the vtuber is.

is sewing supposed to be wasteful of the cloth
is that why people in ancient times draped cloth straight away

>>2706697
You can use cloth waste for other projects.

>>2706191
Ginghers are top notch scissors! Personally I use my Fiskars pairs the most due to the comfort. They’re also good for linty fabrics. The models made in Finland are very good and affordable (around $15), haven’t tried the others. Ginghers are indispensable for trimming thick fabrics, however.

>>2706697
Like another anon said, "waste" doesn't have to actually go to waste... That's where the term scrap-work quilt comes from.

Does anyone know what the bow on picrel is called? and how I could tie it? I have no idea what to even search

>>2707194
https://munchkinandbean.blogspot.com/2014/12/ribbon-wrapped-embroidery-hoop-tutorial.html?m=1

>>2694515
Sounds like you want an Inverness cape with a hood

How do tailors operate? Is all of that thread basting for the fitting? If it fits then they actually sew the thing "for real"?

>>2708289
Some of it is temporary construction basting--to hold things like a sleeve in place during a fitting. Some is long running stitches or tailors tacks marking important lines or landmarks like the waistline or center sleeve line or button placement. Some hold pieces in place after a construction phase that needs further fitting or work, like shoulder padding that will be covered when the shell is lined and the sleeve fitted.

Is this a good sewing machine? I've been sewing with it a few months now, and my mom saw it and was surprised I had something so nice. I only got it because it was $20 and goodwill and I have a Husqvarna chainsaw that I like. She has a Janome that I thought what quite nice.

>>2708324
>Is this a good sewing machine?
yes

>>2695202
>>2695202
yes. bobbin thread tension adjustment is a 10 second operation with a front loader and a cumbersome inefficient pain in the dick with a drop-in.
>front loading is more old-school,
accurate statement, but just barely. putting it in perspective drop-in is more old school than motor powered. singer's 66 came out early 1900s iirc. reason the woman feels that way might have more to do with the manufacturing tendency to produce 90% of drop-ins with rotary hooks and 90% of front loaders with oscillating hooks. you can get away with shit on an oscillating machine that would knock the timing out on a rotary. drop-in isn't bad by any means (nor is rotary), it just has exactly zero advantages over front load. the one benefit it does offer stopped being a worthwhile trade-off as soon as the machines stopped being hulking great hunks of metal.
>old berninas thisclose to perfect
>new ones can into foot pressure adjusty :D
>they have also changed to drop-in D:
dammit bernigro every fuggen time. plastic, drop-in, and whatever ai pajeetery produced picrelated aside, that model you're looking at is 10/10. impressive machine hunting skills.

why don't they just stick pieces of garment together with glue instead of the arduous process of sewing

>>2693376

An old article by Becky Stern showed a cheap sewing machine with an USB serial interface.
She could literally write a software for embroidering/stitching patterns.

Are there recent and cheap (under 300-400 bucks) electric sewing machines that accept commands from USB of bluetooth? (as long as the protocol is documented or at least sniffable).

Seems like sewing machines manufacturers adamantly ship shit that only accepts human hands.
And you can't even replace switches and buttons with relays, because they often deliberately require quite a bit of force.

>>2708438
Glue would leave a stiff finish and wouldn’t quite be as secure as stitching. Somethings have to be glued though I’m pretty sure, like latex.

Can I put fishing line in a sewing machine?

>>2709378
Eh, probably not for mist line weights. The thicker weights won't be flexible enough I don't think. Coats and Clark makes a thin clear nylon "thread" that's like a very fine fishing line. Would that work for your application?

>>2709394
Most, not mist

>>2709394
I've got a 8lb 0.011 diameter fishing line, a pair of jeans with ragged bottom hems, whatever antique sewing machine is in this sewing table and a dream.

>>2709398
you may need to end up hand sewing it, or simply using larger stitches further apart.
also check out this shit i made last night. surprised my sewing machine could tackle webbing

>>2708647
You’re thinking of an embroidery machine right? The brother pe535 is $300 and it accepts patterns (as files) but still requires you to start them manually afaik

All other computerised embroidery machines I know are $600+

Anyone ever use CLO 3D? It looks pretty sweet, but it's not something everybody knows like Photoshop with photo editing, I only see it mentioned here and there.

I haven't done any traditional pattern making, but I want to get into this sooner or later

>>2709410
this is supposed to be surprising?i put this shit under collars and button lines that i salvage from old bags

>>2708647
>usb or bluetooth
gay
make it accept punch cards

New project for me! I picked up a small trampoline at a yard sale for $10... The only issue is that the spring cover is falling apart.

I'm taking strips of fabric and sewing them to length according to the outer circumstance. I will then take off the current cover to see the new one into a tube around it, pull it right side out and hand stitch the tube ends together. Put it back on the trampoline and enjoy the satisfaction of seeing my girls react to the MLP upgrade to it.

I had picked up the fabric on super clearance a couple months ago, so total cost will still be under $15 for the whole project....so I'm.ptetty happy about that.

>>2701397
belt's maybe stretched and could do with tightening

>>2704618
>Thoughts?
i think an old used kenmore could be in your future because that's about the best damn description of one i've ever read kek. the kenmore model numbers are all over the place but any machine marked made in japan with 158 as the first three digits is likely to be a winner.

hello, newbie here. i only have needles, no machine
if i were to replace the worn out cuffs on my sweater with new ones, what kind of stitch would i do? is a backstitch enough?

>>2709638
It varies a lot what webbing you need. I used to make straps for people and some webbings with tiny threads are a pain to sew on almost any machine while other more waffle like webbings can be sewn easily on any machine.
The direction is also important, some can only be sewn nicely across their length because the sewing thread pulls the cross threads together

Got about 2 feet of red silk satin left over from a project. Any simple nice things I could make from it?

>>2711297
How wide is it? If wide enough for bias strips, a tie. A scarf or pocket square. Or save it for a hongkong finish, bias binding or flat piping on a lining or regular piping on a shirt or blouse.

>>2711297
bias cut camisole all the way

>>2711297
Use it to line another project, or pajama shorts or set with a camisole like >>2711725 mentioned. You could probably pull together a robe that doesn't take too much effort.

Do any of you all have a recommendation for sewing guides? Something like stickers that go below the plate (ideally in metric and imperial-- but I could live with just having one). I've just been using washi tape after measuring, but that starts to peel up easily. My needleplate has piddly ass markings that are next to impossible to see, and it just adds to low key frustration.

I have a military pack I want to try to fix, is it even worth attempting to hand sew this?
t. neversewed

>>2713047
I had the same issue when working on some curtains. I used Vinyl tape from the front edge to a bit beyond the needle.
I don't know if those magnetic seem guides are any good, but the tape worked fine and is reusable.

>>2709587
I looked into it briefly, but never used it. It seemed that 99% of the user were fashion students/designers. IIRC the workflow relies on creating 2D patters and rendering them to 3D, so some pattern making knowledge is required.

I cut up 2 pairs of old jeans, got about 50x50cm in patches. I’m looking to make a pillow, and put some soft fabric on the back. Question is what fabric is soft but can be machine washed hot (60c/140f or more) so that I can keep it clean (it’s for cats and they have fleas sometimes and stuff). Also is there some pillow filling that can be washed that hot or is it better to put a zipper and remove the filling for washing

>>2713317
Yes definitely, get a strong thread and pack of needles. If you can access both sides easily it shouldn’t be too difficult

>>2713047
I just print a ruler/guide on paper and put clear adhesive vinyl over it. It’s called Oracal and it’s the most durable adhesive sticker that I know of

>>2713883
is backstitching even possible when trying to go through webbing and the pack itself? should I try to bar tack it?

I want to learn how to sew bros, what is the first thing I should learn?

>>2713889
> is backstitching even possible when trying to go through webbing and the pack itself?
Yes, it’s not too difficult just takes some effort to get it right

> should I try to bar tack it?
It would be stronger but a lot more difficult to do by hand, if the original stitch wasn’t a bar tack I don’t think that would be necessary. The material didn’t tear, the thread broke instead. If you redo it with a strong thread like gutermann extra strong (bonded nylon) it should last well. If you really want to improve the strength just do a box stitch

>>2713809
I thought about the magnetic seam guides. Do those mess with computerized machines? I would hope not, but I'll look into that. Vinyl tape might do the trick.
>>2713887
I'm seeing a decent sized roll of this for under $10. This looks like the way to go.
Thanks y'all.
In my side search, I managed to spot this pattern cutting guide. I've never seen these before, but man, what a neat little invention.

>>2714168
I use that seam allowance cutter to cut the seam allowances off of American patterns before adjusting them. I also use a Sharpie to mark the 1/2" seam allowance guide on the throat plate. If I need a different size for a project, I put a strip of blue painters tape down to the right of the foot and mark the seam allowance I need.

any of you guys tried a cheap aliexpress sewing machine? any of them ok?

>>2714187
I don't know why I didn't think of a sharpie. I'll do that for the plate itself on each of the markings. Thanks for the tips.
>>2714214
Anon, please. Just meet someone from Craigslist in a people heavy parking area and bring pepper spray (or a gun, or nothing if you're in one of the ultra cucked places). I can't imagine anything from Aliexpress even working past a month if it doesn't set your house on fire or shoot a broken needle in your eye. What's your price range?

>>2714326
the cheapest stuff, yes, but I mean, everything on amazon, ebay, everything sold in stores comes from china anyways, it's the same shit

how come my shirt pattern didn't turn out to be as dramatic as the one in the drafting book? is it because of the fridge bod?

>>2714650
It's not. Things you buy from stores are still held to certain manufacturing standards and have a reputation to uphold for at least acceptable levels of quality. The shit you get from aliexpress doesn't have to do any of that, so you get lead paint and AIDS.

This might be a stupid question but do you guys ever look at people and see them as basically naked, just covered in threads of fabrics that were sewn together?
Idk why but learning to sew has given me a warped way of looking at other people

>>2714669
Is it warped? I'm reading this as more you're seeing their bodies as a canvas for those threads. Does it help you visualize how those garments hang and what features they accentuate or make look worse?

why is this book on pattern drafting making me create a sample garment loose then completely fit it to the body and then loosen it again to make a properly fit garment when the way it was loose in the beginning seemed just fine

>>2715124
Probably so you understand how to take in a garment and how to take out a garment.

>>2705197
I suspect it would be fine for this but I also suspect it was posted as a meme or shitpost or something.

>>2705952
Any decent machine should work, as long as it's not the "for kids" one that was posted earlier. The bigger concern for you is making sure you pick the right needle and thread since the crash pads are made of a heavier duty material that actually has to stand up to hard impacts. Walmart carries Brother and Singer machines, but I don't really trust modern singer machines. You won't need a super expensive one so if the price you're looking at is $300 or $400 you probably don't need it unless you actually plan to do embroidery or something. You can get a decent one for $150 or less. you could also look on craigslist or facebook marketplace for used ones and sewing machine shops usually have a fairly wide selection if you feel like hearing a sales pitch for their $800+ machines.

>>2714057
The first thing you should learn is how to sew.

>>2713883
>some soft fabric that can be machine washed hot (60c/140f or more)
I'd say some 100% cotton in the weave of your choice. Maybe Waffle, Terrycloth, or flannel. Do pre wash of course.

Looking to get into sewing my own clothes once I get my own machine (been practicing on a loaner).

https://www.japanesesewingbooks.com/2015/02/13/book-review-mens-wear/
Would I be fine buying this pattern book if I know Japanese? From what I could see online most commercial patterns are around 10 dollars and more, so getting a book like this seems like decent value for the start. I'm guessing there might also be a bit more guidance than with some patterns (but I've gathered that this varies quite a bit between pattern makers).

Also, what are some good resources on the kinds of handsewing finishes etc. one can do to make the best possible clothes? I've already hand-hemmed two pants and enjoyed the process, so I would like to expand my skills in that way too. My current idea of an "endgame" is tailored menswear, but of course this might change along the way.

>>2715508
For patterns, Joann has sales for $1.99 patterns for Singer, McCalls, and Butterick pretty often. Simplicity.com usually has digital sales, and you can print them off. Kokkafabrics might have a couple of free patterns, but they have really nice fabrics for you to pick through. Some of the Nana Iro prints would make for very nice men's buttondowns, andthey have pretty inexpensive fabrics that you can use for pants.

What is a good iron and ironing board?

>>2713883
It’s not pretty but the cats like it. Difficult to deal with patches that all have different stretchiness from being worn for years so I couldn’t get all the lines to line up but I think it’s okay

>>2715297
Thanks I had some waffle cotton for the back

how come on jackets the sleeve seams don't line with the side seam whereas on shirts they do and sometimes the sleeve has two seams

>>2716618
It's not always the case. I checked my jacket and the upper arm consists of 3 panels, with all seams aligned with parts on the chest/back area.
I think the amount of fabric panels used comes down to design, fit/mobility requirements, and price point.

>>2715607
Thanks for the advice.

I've bought my first commercial patterns now on sale:
Knit pyjamas
Woven pyjamas (includes a robe thing I'd like to make)
Unisex buttondown shirt with two collar styles
Lined vest
Jumpsuit

I'll probably make them in more or less this order once I get my supplies. I'll also need to get the PDFs printed first.

>>2693376
>if you're new to sewing don't hesitate to ask questions.
recommend me a basic bitch sewing machine. I just want to teach my kids to use a sewing machine I don't need any fancy stitches or extra shit.

>>2709587
I use Marvelous Designer, It's very similar.
You just make 2D flat surfaces, stich them together and the run the simulation, it creates a full 3D object.
It's very realistic as long as you use patterns that are fitting.

Speaking of patterns, any idea where I might find a big compilation or pack of sewing patterns?
Something like You' can find in here
https://www.pinterest.com/pin/600456562803979479/

>>2718155
Vintage Singer 99k, 66, 15-91, or 201, can often find one in serviceable condition for under $50. Up to $200 for one in great shape with the original base and stuff. All straight-stitch machines and easy to work on. For modern, new machines, Janome is a pretty solid company in my experience.

>>2715508
McCalls 6044 is a pretty good beginner shirt pattern, I found it easy to alter into jackets as well. Would recommend trying it in addition to a book. Silk thread is fantastic for hand sewing, okay in machines. Doesn’t tangle easily and slides through fabric like magic, great for basting as well.

>>2714651
fabric probably. post pic from the book and describe the fabric you used.

>>2718130
Grab a walking foot for your machine model on Amazon. Even the generic ones work, just get a decently rated one. If you're working with knits or flimsy wovens, using regular feet will make you crave the rope. I would start with the woven jammies first, that way you're not losing out too much if you have stitches that you're not in love with.
With the PDFs, just make sure you set your printer to the right scale settings and do the test page before printing off the whole thing. I would probably go for ones that aren't as many pieces with the printed ones, just because it's so much that you're having to cut out and piece together accurately before you even start.

>>2715508
this should be called the heh collar

Does anyone have *good* pattern for boxers (or other mens underwear)?

>>2693376
I havent got any work to show but i was gifted a heavy duty singer machine last christmas. and my wallet is homemade with it. Sewing is handy as fuck.
Anybody who says its gay is fucking retarted.
I was the only guy in my unit that knew how to hand stitch anything in the army.
As a result, when shit got broken and we couldnt replace it i was the go to tailor so to speak.
Lots of pocket cash because of it.

>>2718400
talking about the shape of pattern on paper man

so, how are everyone's projects going?

>>2719380
post pic from book and pic of your pattern then. it's not a question that can be answered without seeing what you're comparing. fridge bod, fucked the draft up, fucked a measurement up, tweaked expectations, etc all possible but all guesses without seeing

Question: I have some clothes that got dyed by the leaked dye from a new piece of clothing I placed in the same wash. Is there a way to get rid of this leaked dye from my old clothes? Like is it somehow less strongly bonded and will leak again if I use something on it?

Anyone got some patterns that show where adjustments are made on a garment when you make changes in sizes? Like say I have a sweater that is too big in the armpit, and I want to know which side on the body or the arm or what she I have to take in, or stuff like that. I remember there were some on freesewing but they seem to have been removed or they are hard to find.

How tf do they do the lining on some jackets, I literally can't find any visible stitching, is it only done on the bottom where it meets the hem?

>>2720021
Most rtw jackets have a bagged lining and the turning opening is slipstitched closed. Look on the sleeve lining, at a sideseam on the lining, or along the hem. Those are the three most common turning opening placements. You may see a 4-6" stretch where there's top stitching or a slight pucker to the seam. That's the turning opening. The rest of the lining is done by machine.
https://www.threadsmagazine.com/2008/11/01/bag-your-jacket-lining

>>2720035
Helpful, cheers. If you know anything about >>2720019 or >>2720017 I'd appreciate the help.

>>2720017
You can try rewashing the item solo or with a similar colored towel, using warm or hot water and an oxygenated bleach (NOT a chlorine bleach unless it's white cotton fabric.) There's also dye-catcher sheets to put in the washer. I think Shout makes some, if you're in the US.

>>2720019
Are you talking about altering existing clothes after weihht loss? Or altering patterns to a smaller size before sewing?

>>2720217
I mean isn't it the same thing? But in my case I have some clothes which are too big for me and I want to adjust them, they're like a size too big, so I need to take in several things like shorten the sleeves, back, armpits, whatever. Or if I have trousers that are too large I want to know where they're usually taken in, if they're taken in at the back or back and side or whatever.

>>2720194
I heard the hotter the water the more the dye sets, so I was wondering if it would be better to let it sit in oxygenated bleach in cold water over night or something. Any idea of concentrations or something.
Also what exactly is bleach, cause I always thought bleach is the name for the substances that get rid of dye, but oxygenated bleach is also used on colored clothes so I don't get it.

>>2720279
Chlorine Bleach: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ya9oVbsO9yc

Chlorine vs Oxygen bleach: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=kWIUPYjluVg

How good are store bought fabric dyes? Do they leak or is there anything else bad or good about them compared to the dyes that are already in store bought clothes?

Guy who asked about cutting tables before here. I have the room size now: 2.5x5.25 meters (8.2 x 17.2 feet). I wanna plan out the layout now. This will be a sewing + computer room. I envision the computer in the upper right corner of the room (as the image is oriented now).

I first determined 1x2 meters to be a decent cutting table size, and as you can see I think it fits nicely in the room.

Then I started looking at cutting mats and saw that they are mostly available in standard A1-A3 sizes. If I wanted to cover the table, then 4xA1 could get me 1189x1682 mm, but then I'd need a slightly bigger table (1.2x2 meters for example) so it doesn't hang off.

On the other hand I'm not sure if I wanna commit all this energy to planning out cutting mats when I've never used a rotary cutter before. I don't know yet whether I'd "prefer" them. The problem is that it seems I would need the large mats to really use them properly, otherwise I'd need to reposition the fabric a lot for longer lines.

Anyway, I'd appreciate any input on both ideal size for the cutting table given my dimensions, and also any experience you might have with ideal layout for a sewing space. All I could gather so far, is that ideally I'd have everything set up in its own space (separate cutting table, ironing board, sewing table) so that I can move between them without having to put away and move around stuff constantly.

Also, I haven't yet figured out whether I will also buy a serger, but while many people say it's not strictly necessary (using other ways of finishing), they seem like they are really practical, and if I ever get into sewing stuff for sale then they could help get a more professional (and quicker) result for some items. But if I do get one then I would have to plot out a place for it in this room as well.

>>2720477
Everybody's work space is gonna differ, depends on how you work,your space, and what you work on. Most clothing fabric is 45 inches wide so cutting table should be big enough to lay out a single layer. I work mainly with 60" wide fabric so my cutting table is 72" wide x 48" long. If you don'tuse a rotary cutter,you don't need to cover your entire table with mats. I like being able to cut from both sides of the table, so it sits in the middle of the room with walking space all around it. I also press on my table sometimes so no mats to melt. I have a large ironing board up close to my machine table, along with my steamer but angled so cords aren't in the walking space. Sewing machine and serger have their own desk space but at 90 degrees to each other so I can pivot in my chair from one to the other. One wall is all fabric storage and notions. Rolled fabric are under the cutting table. Play with it a d you'll find what works for you.

>>2716289
came here to ask the same
what to look for when buying an iron? I'm leaning towards pic rel just because I hate plastic, but having to wait for it to cool down before refilling doesn't sound very pleasing
I'm in Europe so please don't suggest gravity irons, nowhere to find that shit over here and besides it looks cumbersome

If I had a large enough wool ironing mat would I still need an ironing board for some tasks, or could I just get by with laying the mat on a big table and ironing there?

Seems to me like this could replace an ironing board completely if you got the right size

what do you call this warm lining inside a jumper, I want to buy more of it. I saw blankets made out of this material, it’s very warm.

>>2721403
Looks like fleece

>>2721403
Flannel maybe?

how is it possible to curve the lower hem like that while keeping those stitch lines
https://files.catbox.moe/lb4ee7.jpg

>>2721372
I haven't done much ironing myself, but I believe the shape of the board is optimal for shirts and stuff, you might have a problem ironing some pieces of clothing on a big, flat surface.

>>2721372
It should be a bit soft or you’ll press small seams into it where the fabric isn’t flat or gathers

>>2721415
What is the problem your having? Just cut it round, fold it in and either overlap it or cut out some small triangles on the inside

>>2721439
that's not going to look very clean on the inside
was thinking of going blazer style with another panel on the inside but that will end up with different kind of stitch lines

>>2721403
it's called polar over here
https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Polar_fleece

>>2721372
You would need a sleeve board too if you do shirts or pants.

>>2721415
You trim the corners close and press them using a template, pin in place and topstitch. Not hard.

Would a cs7000x work for sewing denim? Jeans and bags? Or should I save up for a more powerful machine. I want to do a bit of everything, quilts, garments, curtains,etc.
Some machines I have been considering -
cs7000x/cp100x
Janome c30
Skyline s3
bernette 05

Any advice is appreciated , ty.

>>2720375
question is too straightforward to answer in kind. fiber content determines dye class determines procedure. nail all three variables and you get satisfactory results. consumer dyes can rival, exceed, be the literal same as, or pale in comparison to commercial dyes; much comes down to user and process.

>>2696974
Just make bootleg squishmallows

>>2714669
>starring in a new Michael Mann movie: Needlehunter

>>2693794
full of women

>>2722595
You need mochi fabric and the siliconized polfil for those. Both more expensive than regular plush fabric and stuffing

>>2722648
Rude. :(

>>2722648
I'm a dude, I'm the guy that made the thread/general.

and also anon, this is 4chan after all, it's just like that.

First try at applique, gonna make a little cat plush as a christmas gift. I've only ever sewn pants and shirts and stuff so it's fun working on something small.

>>2696560
https://www.youtube.com/@ateliersaison

>>2723642
fucking cute.

Oh sense you did pants, what did you do to make them? Patterns and stuff

>>2723642
Just be aware that since you're using a woven fabric, it may not round out nicely when stuffed, like knits like Minky do.

>>2723718
Yes! This is the tester/learner cat. I have some stretch stuff I harvested from a €2 thrift shop jumper.

>>2723706
The pants I did were self-drafted so they were bad. I iterated through and eventually made some decently deluxe pajama pants with huge side seam pockets, but there's so much to learn in adjusting those and doing it digitally isn't massively well-documented.

>>2723642
>>2723760
I think I'm ready for the stretchy fabric.

>>2723760
I wanna make some suits and shit and there's a market for fursuits, like 4k a suit, might as well cash in, that's why I need to learn how to make pants.

I ordered some pdf patterns on simplicity.com and I have the vague memory that there was a version for larger paper than A4, but now there are only small paper sizes.

Please tell me assembling 40 A4 pages of a pattern is not actually as tedious as it sounds...

Though I guess I can use an exercise in patience + it's a chance to improve my overall cutting skills which carries over to garment making, so maybe it's not so bad.

>>2725498
Oh, it is precisely as tedious as it sounds. My heart goes out to you, no joke. That is the most boring shit in the prep process, and it has to be done.

>>2725498
It's extremely fucking tedious and basically the whole reason I set up a projector above my cutting table.

>>2725498
The alternative is to assemble them into one image in a pdf program then pay out the ass at a print shop with a large format printr.

>>2725629
That sounds like a great solution. I mean it wouldn't work for these A4 split pdfs unless I did what >>2725671 suggests and re-merged them, but for long term I'm thinking I might try pattern drafting on the computer and then it would be great if I didn't have to deal with printing out separately.

>>2725783
I highly recommend it. There's a facebook group (terrible way to organize information) called projectors for sewing that has a bunch of info.

DESU even stitching the a4 sheets together probably wouldn't help much, since they all have some margins. Stay strong.

I picked up a Wanbo T2 Max and just use spacedesk to set it up as a mirrored display. Then you just grab some weights and a rotary cutter and you can cut directly to the fabric, so there's no distortion from being afraid to cut the paper with your fabric scissors.

>>2693376
I bought a PDF pattern off etsy. Whats a good place to post it for anyone to use?

I sucked most of the lint out of this overlocker when I bought it, but I didn't take the time to get every panel off and lubricate everything. Feels good to have it done now.

>>2715254
I went to a local flea market and sure enough there was an older gentleman with a booth dedicated to sewing machine sales and repair. We got to talking and I walked away with this machine :) He threw in a couple needles and bobbin too. Just been fucking around with it so far, getting used to threading it, sewing old towels and fabrics.

>>2726160
google drive

>>2726170
Whoever invented the first sewing machine was a genius.
Whoever invented the first powered loom was also a genius.
People don't appreciate how slow a process decent hand sewing and weaving is.

While ironing fabric, I notice a build up on my iron on the back of it, a bit of white stuff, any idea what this is? I keep cleaning it off.

I assume it's the fabric dye

Any clue how to repair this?
I've never sewn anything before...

>>2727125
It's probaby starch. Most wovens are starched before being rolled on cardboard rolls. That's why you should wash your fabric before cutting.

>>2727191
makes sense.

>>2727125
is it scale?

>>2727301
scale?

Came to show off my backpack I’ve almost finished with

>>2727383
Mostly sewn on my DLN5410, except for the zig zags on the edges of the stretchy stuff.
Need to get a better binding attachment for it tho, I only have a Sailrite swing away I use for binding with grosgrain, but it’s kinda sucky if I have to deal with a corner.
Can anyone tell me about how much a custom right angle attachment would cost from Tennessee Attachments?

>>2727303
As in limescale, if you have hard water.

>miter joint in fabric

>>2727539
Georgia, I don't believe so

Hey guys, this is the OP BTW, I don't know what my trip is but I'm gonna start a new thread soon, I think we should be fine till Monday, but I'll go ahead and something started sense we are red anyway.

For the time being, if you have suggestions to add to the start, reply to me on this one and I'll add it.

>>2693376
excuse me, i just started sewing do we a have a guide for beginners? some pointers would be good too

>>2727610
legit, just youtube the shit out of it.

>>2727611
ah i see, im coming to 4chan cause the anons on the hobby threads are way WAY more usefull than vids. but thanks anyway

>>2727610
anette fischer book it used to be in op

>>2727615
sewing isn't complicated so much as it's a lot of little things in there, but everyone here for the most part are going to tell you the same thing

>>2727610
Sewing what? Honeslty the best education is to go buy some bedsheets at a thrift store and get a pajama pants pattern or something and just start.

>>2727826
What would be cheaper tho? getting some fabric from joanns... I cant remember what it's called but it reminds me of the middle east.

>>2727880
Muslin. I guess it might depend on your area but yard-for-yard it's hard to beat €4 for a duvet cover or something and having miles of cotton to do whatever with.You might spend like 4 bucks a yard at joann for muslin? Plus, the thrift store sheet will have been laundered already so you can just start cutting it up and end up with an actually wearable thing instead of a scratchy muslin tester.

>>2727883
That's it!

Just purchased a consew 206rb, got a good deal on it through ebay, right under 500. Still need to snag a table/motor/ materials. im fucking pumped on this purchase.
never sewn before but i want to make shit out of canvas/duck canvas/ nylon.
pic related, not mine but extremely similar. fucking pumped on it
I refuse to pay hundreds for some chink nylon belt or canvas tool pouch.

>>2729454
>>2729454
>>2729454
>>2729454

Ok hookers, come to the next thread.