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Posted by friesian@zoocrewphoto.com on September 14, 2006, 5:25 am
I am getting my first sewing machine on Friday. It is an older used
machine. The manual says Singer 28/03, but the photo of the machine
says 5528. I am getting it free, so older is fine with me. It does
include a manual.
I have done mending by hand over the years, but I am excited to
actually learn how to use a machine, do larger mending projects, some
craft projects, and eventually make some of my own clothes.
Are there any good tutorials or recommended books for learning how to
do the basic stitches and things I will need to learn before I actually
attemp some real projects?
I have a few projects I want to do once I have learned some basics.
I have a nightshirt that was given to me a couple years ago. Bascially
a t-shirt that goes down to my knees. I do not wearnight shirts, but I
love the design on it. I would like to cut it off and make it a regular
t-shirt.
I have some work aprons that I would like to customize. I did the first
two by hand, I divided up some larger pockets into some smaller useful
pockets. I also changed the straps from a neck strap and waist tie, to
two longer straps that cross behind the back. Much more comfortable for
me. I can do it again by hand, but this would be an excellet use of a
machine.
My dad would like to have some jeans hemmed. His favorite style never
comes in his length. My sister knows how to sew, but gets offended when
anybody asks her to fix anything, so I can't ask her. But once I
learn, I can do it for my dad.
I would like to make some customized Christmas stockings. Different
shape and material.
I would love any recommendations for websites or books that have
practice projects.
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Posted by Kate Dicey on September 14, 2006, 6:27 am
friesian@zoocrewphoto.com wrote:
> I am getting my first sewing machine on Friday. It is an older used
> machine. The manual says Singer 28/03, but the photo of the machine
> says 5528. I am getting it free, so older is fine with me. It does
> include a manual.
Whoo Hoo! Way to go! :) What a great start to get off with. And I
love pre-loved sewing machines. I have several...
>
> I have done mending by hand over the years, but I am excited to
> actually learn how to use a machine, do larger mending projects, some
> craft projects, and eventually make some of my own clothes.
All good ambitions! :)
>
> Are there any good tutorials or recommended books for learning how to
> do the basic stitches and things I will need to learn before I actually
> attemp some real projects?
There's some stuff for total beginners on my web site. Hit the URL in
my sig and look in The Learning Zone. It's a safe site - nothing for
sale! You'll find some basic stuff on different seam types, hem types,
and finishes, and a page on reading a commercial pattern.
For books I like the Reader's Digest Complete Book of Sewing (pretty
comprehensive, and older copies can be found in used book places), and
Sewing For Dummies (available through Amazon and other places).
>
> I have a few projects I want to do once I have learned some basics.
>
> I have a nightshirt that was given to me a couple years ago. Bascially
> a t-shirt that goes down to my knees. I do not wearnight shirts, but I
> love the design on it. I would like to cut it off and make it a regular
> t-shirt.
Should be possible with care: you might want to invest in a twin needle
for that. This is a single needle shaft with two needles in it. You
use two threads on top, and one on the bottom, and it looks like a
regular T shirt finish. :)
>
> I have some work aprons that I would like to customize. I did the first
> two by hand, I divided up some larger pockets into some smaller useful
> pockets. I also changed the straps from a neck strap and waist tie, to
> two longer straps that cross behind the back. Much more comfortable for
> me. I can do it again by hand, but this would be an excellet use of a
> machine.
It'll go super fast and super strong done by machine! Looks like you
will have a range of utility stitches with that one, and one of them
will make short work of some nice decorative appliqué. :)
>
> My dad would like to have some jeans hemmed. His favorite style never
> comes in his length. My sister knows how to sew, but gets offended when
> anybody asks her to fix anything, so I can't ask her. But once I
> learn, I can do it for my dad.
Jeans are reasonably easy. My dad learned to hem up his own! (He had
very short legs.)
>
> I would like to make some customized Christmas stockings. Different
> shape and material.
Oooh, I LOVE doing those! I'm teaching a bunch of Year Six students
(10-11 YO here in the UK) basic sewing skills this Christmas, and we'll
be doing stockings. Last year my son was in that group, and we had a
hoot! Well, we did after he calmed down and I threatened to staple him
to the ceiling if he got in the way again! ;) If you look on my Bag
Lady page you can see a couple I did as samples.
>
> I would love any recommendations for websites or books that have
> practice projects.
>
Hit the URL below and have fun - then anything more you want to know,
just ask. :) And just Google for free Christmas stocking patterns -
there are a lot out there!
--
Kate XXXXXX R.C.T.Q Madame Chef des Trolls
Lady Catherine, Wardrobe Mistress of the Chocolate Buttons
http://www.katedicey.co.uk
Click on Kate's Pages and explore!
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Posted by friesian@zoocrewphoto.com on September 14, 2006, 7:13 am
Kate Dicey wrote:
>
> Whoo Hoo! Way to go! :) What a great start to get off with. And I
> love pre-loved sewing machines. I have several...
I was really lucky. I had been watching ads on craigslist. Saw one for
free listed just after midnight. I replied within an hour and thought I
had a good shot of being first but never heard back. I then posted an
ad in the barter category since I really can't afford to spend a lot on
a machine. I had two replies asking to trade for photos of their
children. I had listed pet photography, but honestly, I have no
experience photographing kids. Then I got an email with an offer for a
free one, out of the blue. And it comes with the table, manual, extra
bobbins, tool kit, etc. I am really excited and can't wait to pick it
up Friday night.
>
> There's some stuff for total beginners on my web site. Hit the URL in
> my sig and look in The Learning Zone. It's a safe site - nothing for
> sale! You'll find some basic stuff on different seam types, hem types,
> and finishes, and a page on reading a commercial pattern.
Awesome! Thanks!
>
> For books I like the Reader's Digest Complete Book of Sewing (pretty
> comprehensive, and older copies can be found in used book places), and
> Sewing For Dummies (available through Amazon and other places).
> >
I'm going to check the local used book store on Friday. Hopefully, they
will have these.
>
> Should be possible with care: you might want to invest in a twin needle
> for that. This is a single needle shaft with two needles in it. You
> use two threads on top, and one on the bottom, and it looks like a
> regular T shirt finish. :)
Thanks. I will get that if it doesn't already come with one. I figure I
can practice by hemming it up at the bottom where I will be cutting it
off anyway. So, I can have a ocuple practice tries before I try the
real thing. This will also be great since I sometimes find shirts that
are too long for me. I am short waisted, so I a long shirt will bunch
up at my waist. I would have more flexibility in purchases if I can
make adjustments.
>
> It'll go super fast and super strong done by machine! Looks like you
> will have a range of utility stitches with that one, and one of them
> will make short work of some nice decorative appliqu=E9. :)
Yes, I have been looking at the photos that show the the dials. Looks
like I will have some nice options. I was thinking tonight I could buy
some plain denim shirts and add some nice appliques and give them to my
mom for Christmas. She loved the one I bought her years ago, but it was
really expensive.
> Jeans are reasonably easy. My dad learned to hem up his own! (He had
> very short legs.)
> >
Yes, and he will be really happy when I can do this. I could see his
face light up when he learned I was getting a sewing machine. I can
also fix another pair of work pants I bought at a thrift store. They
are too long when I am not wearing shoes. I have to fold them up to
keep from stepping on them, so I avoid wearing them.
> > I would like to make some customized Christmas stockings. Different
> > shape and material.
>
> Oooh, I LOVE doing those! I'm teaching a bunch of Year Six students
> (10-11 YO here in the UK) basic sewing skills this Christmas, and we'll
> be doing stockings. Last year my son was in that group, and we had a
> hoot! Well, we did after he calmed down and I threatened to staple him
> to the ceiling if he got in the way again! ;) If you look on my Bag
> Lady page you can see a couple I did as samples.
> >=20
Cool! I will check those out.
Thanks again.
Meghan
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Posted by friesian@zoocrewphoto.com on September 14, 2006, 7:25 am
I've beenchecking uout your website. I love the blue elf stocking.
Your cats are wonderful. I actually do pet photography, so I really
enjoyed those. Especially the copycat photo and the typing :) And I'm
thinking about making some custumes once i get good at this.
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Posted by Kate Dicey on September 14, 2006, 8:03 am
friesian@zoocrewphoto.com wrote:
> I've beenchecking uout your website. I love the blue elf stocking.
I made some wicked Santa footwear that year! ;) Gave a pile to friends
and family, filled with goodies like Lush bath ballistics, a bottle of
port, and other things that needed a posher than average wrapping! ;)
Son James has a red velvet one he's put up for a couple of years. It
has long points round the top and looks like a jester's boot!
>
> Your cats are wonderful. I actually do pet photography, so I really
> enjoyed those. Especially the copycat photo and the typing :)
The mogs are fun, and real characters. Sugar Puff is a real little
madam, and a proper flirt with the male members of the household. Her
bigger bro is just a total softie. And thick. Adorable, but makes
porridge look intelligent. DH and I have been keen amateur photogrphers
for many years, and we usually manage to catch the kitties looking cute
or totally daft!
> And I'm thinking about making some custumes once i get good at this.
Oh, good! I make two sorts: historic stuff for re-enactment folk, and
stage stuff for pop gals and school plays. It's a lot of fun. :) Just
shout when you need to know anything.
>
--
Kate XXXXXX R.C.T.Q Madame Chef des Trolls
Lady Catherine, Wardrobe Mistress of the Chocolate Buttons
http://www.katedicey.co.uk
Click on Kate's Pages and explore!
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