I also learnt to run a line of gathering stitches around the seam allowance of a Peter Pan collar curve, gently gather the seam allowance up so the allowance curves over into the collar itself, a light press, trim off the excess seam allowance (and gathering stitches) and then turn the c...
The machine needs to be cleaned constantly Requires plastic bobbins, not metal ones Brand: BROTHER Model: CS6000i Dimensions: 16 x 6.7 x 11.4 inches Weight: 13 pounds Key Features: · A computerized sewing machine with 60 built-in stitches and 7 1-step buttonholes · Featured with LCD di...
The machine has a stitching panel at the front of the sewing machine and glides enables you to see all stitches at one glance. Through stitch is given a specific letter corresponding to the letter used to describe the same stitch on the dial for selecting the stitch. Key Features Thread mov...
If you want to upgrade your sewing machine, you have come to the right place. Serger machines are the perfect upgrade for household sewing machines and boosting one’s creativity. Serger machine can help you add a personal touch to your creations with great ease. So, why not buy your serge...
The secret to ‘blind’ (hidden) stitches is to catch only 2-3 threads with each “bite” of the binding and to take the stitch slightly under the edge of the binding fold. Aim for evenly-spaced stitches (½cm – 1cm apart works well). Be careful not to sew through to the front...
Make sure too that there are no loose threads sticking out from the bobbin that might be catching on your stitches. Lift up the presser foot and move the needle to its highest position. This will often release the tension and make it easier to thread. Unthread and rethread your sewing ...
Check to make sure that your needle is installed correctly, is not bent or damaged, and that you are using the correct needle type for your project. Re-thread the sewing machine and test it with a scrap piece of fabric from your project. If the machine continues to skip stitches, there...
I remembered a product that OESD carries called Gentle Touch. It is designed to iron onto the back of machine embroidery so that the stitches against your skin (or a child, or baby’s skin) will not irritate. It really is very soft, with fusible on one side. ...
Plenty of pre-loaded stitches Reasons to avoid - Not great on delicate fabrics The Singer M3500 is the best sewing machine for new sewers in our opinion as it's easy to use, comes with enough pre-loaded stitches for most basic jobs and is a neat and compact design. When you're starti...
The eye-catching look of the HUSQVARNA VIKING HICLASS E20 sewing machine has been exclusively designed in Sweden. It comes with a convenient soft cover for protection. Features Mechanical Sewing Machine 32 Decorative and Utility stitches One-Step Buttonhole 4mm Stitch Length 0-5mm Adjustable Stitch ...