A very helpful video. I guess I have to watch again when after I will have got my sewing machine back from the repairman. Thank you very much for sharing.
This is a great video! You have a wonderful collection of sewing tools, and I realize now I don't change my needles often enough!! I also love the magnetic pin holder; I'm always dropping pins, and with dogs in the house, I panic when I can't immediately find a dropped pin...
Thank you very much -- this has been brilliantly informative; and thank you for sharing your adorable animals -- lots of love to Farley and Stewart/Stuart.
Jelly Fish I’ve added like 4 things to Christmas wish list. I haven’t found what I love love for marking argon for - settled in a piece of sharpened soap
Thank you for this and other sewing videos. We nubies need all the help we can get. The part about the needles. I just didn't know. How often should one change the needle? Thank you again!!
When sewing ripstop I would guess that a needle change every 8-10 hours of sewing machine time should be fine. You can get away with longer when sewing cotton.
Probably. If the fabric starts to make a snapping sound when sewing, that is a sign to replace the needle. Also, if you get tension issues that develop during the project, that could mean that you need a new needle.
Lovely video. My pin magnet is always overflowing somehow, so the bowl looks like a great idea. As for scissors, I really enjoy a good pair of thread snips (the kind that stay open and hinge at the end rather than the middle). I first saw them used by a tailor and really like how you can cut thread close to the work. Learned a lot about needles too! I'm guessing the universal kind is sufficient for outdoor nylon work?
I have a pair of those scissors that I never use. Maybe I should give them a second try. There are some competing theories on which needles are best for ripstop nylon. I have seen some folks swear by microtex (sharp) needles, and other people say that the ballpoints are best. I've tried various needle types and I think a universal is a good, average needle for a lot of different applications. If you were sewing silk, jersey fabrics, bathing suits, or neoprene, the needle type matters much more.
I purchased one of those bias tape makers. I need to learn how to use it. Well I think I know "how", I just need to practice, and DO IT. Thanks for your tips! -Curve Runner is a new one on me. I don't sew that accurately! :D Thanks again. I've watched several of your vids! -New subscriber from Michigan. Cheers! (I just purchased 2 industrial machines. To go along with the other 5 I already have. - I had to have a Walking foot for my heavy fabric projects... My New (old) machines: goo.gl/photos/yZkyDFynNEEsoR3p9)
Thanks for your videos.
A very helpful video. I guess I have to watch again when after I will have got my sewing machine back from the repairman. Thank you very much for sharing.
This is a great video! You have a wonderful collection of sewing tools, and I realize now I don't change my needles often enough!! I also love the magnetic pin holder; I'm always dropping pins, and with dogs in the house, I panic when I can't immediately find a dropped pin...
I know the feeling. With a house full of critters, we have to be extra careful. Good luck!
Thank you very much -- this has been brilliantly informative; and thank you for sharing your adorable animals -- lots of love to Farley and Stewart/Stuart.
I could not live with that tick jellyfish! :)
I have a new (what will be second machine) on my Christmas list - I’m pretty psyched.
I have clocks ticking in every room. It makes me feel warm and fuzzy.
Jelly Fish I’ve added like 4 things to Christmas wish list. I haven’t found what I love love for marking argon for - settled in a piece of sharpened soap
Thank you for this and other sewing videos. We nubies need all the help we can get. The part about the needles. I just didn't know. How often should one change the needle? Thank you again!!
When sewing ripstop I would guess that a needle change every 8-10 hours of sewing machine time should be fine. You can get away with longer when sewing cotton.
Thank you for the reply. So you could probably sew a hammock and a tarp with one needle bacicly?
Probably. If the fabric starts to make a snapping sound when sewing, that is a sign to replace the needle. Also, if you get tension issues that develop during the project, that could mean that you need a new needle.
Cool critters
Lovely video. My pin magnet is always overflowing somehow, so the bowl looks like a great idea. As for scissors, I really enjoy a good pair of thread snips (the kind that stay open and hinge at the end rather than the middle). I first saw them used by a tailor and really like how you can cut thread close to the work.
Learned a lot about needles too! I'm guessing the universal kind is sufficient for outdoor nylon work?
I have a pair of those scissors that I never use. Maybe I should give them a second try. There are some competing theories on which needles are best for ripstop nylon. I have seen some folks swear by microtex (sharp) needles, and other people say that the ballpoints are best. I've tried various needle types and I think a universal is a good, average needle for a lot of different applications. If you were sewing silk, jersey fabrics, bathing suits, or neoprene, the needle type matters much more.
what kind of lead in the Alvin? nice video thanks...
I like the Pentel Super High Polymer lead. It is very smooth.
Ohhh M. g. A curved ruler - awesome
I purchased one of those bias tape makers. I need to learn how to use it. Well I think I know "how", I just need to practice, and DO IT. Thanks for your tips! -Curve Runner is a new one on me. I don't sew that accurately! :D Thanks again. I've watched several of your vids! -New subscriber from Michigan. Cheers! (I just purchased 2 industrial machines. To go along with the other 5 I already have. - I had to have a Walking foot for my heavy fabric projects... My New (old) machines: goo.gl/photos/yZkyDFynNEEsoR3p9)
Thank you for taking the time to do this, and your other video's. They are very informational and helps us newbies a lot.
I'm glad that you found this useful!