I have a hat and beard that was knitted for me.
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I have a hat and beard that was knitted for me.
it looks like this......
https://images.vat19.com/covers/larg...o-hat-gray.jpg
time to break the seal
Not tension. Needle size.Quote:
Originally Posted by Irving
Hey Hoverines. It's been a long few days. I'm taking a quick break, but I think I'll be at work for at least another 5-6 hours. [Puke]
on a friday? that sucks.
do you have a foot launch in the morning?
I'm using a jeans needle. Should I be using something else? The thread is extremely thick and strong as well. I may have found the limits of my machine.Quote:
Originally Posted by Erni
A what? Who is launching their feet?Quote:
Originally Posted by fly boy
No launch activity on the docket.
why are you working so late on a friday?
Jeans needle is a size 16 irc. For Cordura with size 69 (?) thread you need to step up to an 18 atm. Some shops have larger size 18-19 needles, which will work but tension has to be super high. It's ok but not good, 2-3 layers max. Cordura and 69 thread belongs in a light industrial machine. (Been a while, probably got some of the sizes wrong)Quote:
Originally Posted by Irving
I started the same as you, with an old machine, then max size needles and finally an idustrial pre WW2 Singer. The thing will run a size 21 needle or better. A 21 size needle looks more like a 16ga nail than a needle.
I'm the 3rd owner of the machine. First owner supposedly was a Jewish tailor that survived ww2 by tailoring German uniforms. That ir owner number 2 was blowing smoke up my arse.
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Originally Posted by fly boy
Got work to do. I'm also working tomorrow for probably 8-10 hrs.Quote:
Originally Posted by fly boy
I have a brand new machine, I couldn't get the zig zag on the old machine so I never learned. Wife came home with a new Brother machine last year and I've been using that. I never thought I'd sew cordura, but now that I have a product to make, I may need to pick up one of HBAR's machines.
Save yourself the pain and get the right machine. Walking foot with reverse is ideal, but I make do with a fwd only no walking foot and clutch motor.
Clutch motors are a pain, get a servo motor if you can swing it.
Just so we're clear, this is what is happening. This is an old picture with a different material (denim and a plastic backing), but it's doing the same thing. Last time I just blew out the machine and changed needles (the tip was broken) and everything was fine after that.
https://lh3.googleusercontent.com/3A...=w1698-h955-no
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Originally Posted by fly boy
It's his job.
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Originally Posted by Erni
Sounds like there needs to be a sewing thread ;)Quote:
Originally Posted by Irving
Think I'll needle the mods, till we get one.
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Originally Posted by Irving
Suppose to be picking an older sears unit up tomorrow, weather permitting. If "somebody" isn't car shopping Sunday. Perhaps they'll run n up with their machine.
I found the manual for it! They had the wrong numbers on it. I printed out a copy for you.
Aw, did I kill the thread? :(
Goodnight, guys!
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Originally Posted by TheGrey
Doesn't matter. You're an another forum member who does but never ask... If that makes sense..
Besides who cares. as long as we don't talk bean or no beans in chili
I KNOW #GFM [ROFL2]
serious question......
What do you guys sew? Do you have projects, or is it just a side fun thing to do?
I sew clothes right now, but I have patterns for bags and toys that I'm looking forward to trying. And when it's craft far season, I've got tons of mittens, hats, scarves and the like ready to go.
It IS very fun, and there are a million possibilities with a decent machine.
We're going to be trying to sew leather, once we get our older machines spruced up.
Here is the project I mentioned with the denim and heavy duty plastic backing. I was able to go through triple layers of denim plus double layers of plastic when sewing this up using the jeans needle.Quote:
Originally Posted by fly boy
https://lh3.googleusercontent.com/Pz...=w1698-h955-no
Inside
https://lh3.googleusercontent.com/q4...=w1698-h955-no
Finished and full of 24lbs of sand.
https://lh3.googleusercontent.com/XT...=w1698-h955-no
Messing around and making a sawzall blade roll.
https://lh3.googleusercontent.com/do...=w1698-h955-no
https://lh3.googleusercontent.com/sz...=w1698-h955-no
Pin cushion
https://lh3.googleusercontent.com/cR...=w1698-h955-no
These cute owl pajama pants.
https://lh3.googleusercontent.com/mV...w=w538-h955-no
I made an old timey night cap to match the owl pants, but I can't get the photo to show up right this second. I'm making a pajama set and haven't attempted the tops yet.
I'd really like to learn how to repair clothes, specifically replacing pockets with holes in them on my pants/shorts, but repairs seems to be a whole different beast of its own.
I prefer chili with beans....
What is the purse with sand for?
Slows purse snatches down considerably.Quote:
Originally Posted by wyome
It's something I built for work. I've been using it in the field for a few weeks now and it has stated to generate interest so I need to make a bunch that I can have available to sell on the spot.
That's actually pretty cool!
I I guess there are tons of possibilities out there such as soft carrying bags, tool bags, and all kinds of stuff. Good skill to have.
I sewed a length of rebar into an orange nylon strap and hang it on the back of my ladder. The rebar keeps the webbing from blowing around in the wind, as much. I'm go grab a picture.
https://lh3.googleusercontent.com/En...=w1698-h955-no
Here is the ladder flag. It's not complex or impressive, but I do use it 24 hours a day and it holds up nicely. Nylon webbing is very easy to work with and you can make all kinds of cool stuff. I was considering making a soft ladder out of webbing actually. At some point, I'd like to make my own single point sling.
https://lh3.googleusercontent.com/Sp...=w1698-h955-no
https://lh3.googleusercontent.com/ik...=w1698-h955-no
The black is a stretch band I was using to make a chest harness for a GoPro last year.
https://lh3.googleusercontent.com/_U...=w1698-h955-no
https://lh3.googleusercontent.com/ts...=w1698-h955-no
https://lh3.googleusercontent.com/k3...=w1698-h955-no
You Don't?Quote:
Originally Posted by fly boy
Just one more item for total self sufficiency. I haven't sewn for 5 decades, now with time on my hands why not.
Try getting a pair of pants hemmed. $13 per pair minimum, THAT'S IF they actually call you back. Then you hear umm i'm about 2 weeks out. Keeping in mind you left a message for them last week !
There's a new sheriff in town
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Good stuff, Irving! What kind of a machine do you use?
The pajamas are very cute.
I haven't taken photos of what I've sewn. Right now I'm working on stuff for DCC, so they are more costume-y clothes.
As far as clothing repair goes, it IS a bit of a different beast, but I would imagine it could be done. You've done YouTube, I'm sure. What are some of the other sites you've used for learning to sew?
Started by trying to make my own tac gear, back when it was expensive and choices were poor; not much of an issue now. Then I started doing some mends for the kids since they outgrow stuff, not worth buying new for 2 months of use. Now I will tackle a project when I have time, so not much. I did make a bag for 10 FAL mags, and a handgun sleeve, couple of gp bags, and some misc.
That's excellent, Erni! A good, solid skill to have, and definitely one put to use when you've got kids.
Pretty much exclusively YouTube. I use a Brother JX2517. After hearing me swear and curse and cuss at my machine all morning, both before AND after the trip to Joann Fabrics, she made me watch the dvd. I sat through the painful 18 minute instruction video watching everything I already knew.Quote:
Originally Posted by TheGrey
I found this video, and it pretty much exactly describes my issue, as what is pictured on the last page is ALL top thread. I'm going to see if I'm some how so stupid that I haven't threaded the top thread correctly.
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=jZws5pT1Ics
YOU, STUPID [ROFL3]Quote:
Originally Posted by Irving;1981591
I'm going to see if I'm some how so stupid that I haven't threaded the top thread correctly.
[video=youtube;jZws5pT1Ics
It's threaded correctly, but there is definitely some issue with the top thread. The thread spool moves at lightning speed compared to usual while this issue is happening.
Thread tension?Quote:
Originally Posted by Irving
I know on ma's old Kenmore I inherited (when she got a new one) I had to fiddle with the top thread tension knob depending on the material and stitch used.
The rule of thumb is: when something goes wrong with your top thread, it is something wrong with the bobbin. If something is wrong with your bottom thread, it is something wrong with the top.
I haven't watched the Youtube video you've posted, and I don't have a Brother sewing machine. Have you called the store, or brought the results to the store and spoken with someone about it? They're pretty good at helping you with troubleshooting.
1) When did you change out your needle last?
2) Have you messed with the tension at all in your bobbin?
3) Swap out your bobbin for a freshly-threaded one.