Toba Qaf
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We wouldn't do that if I were us...
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Post by Toba Qaf on Feb 2, 2003 20:44:39 GMT -5
Hey! I was starting to think you two were homeschooled. Clue #1: You are often on here during school hours. Clue #2: You have good spelling. So Tek and I aren't the only ones!
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Post by Ryss Fal-Orran on Feb 2, 2003 21:56:29 GMT -5
LOL!!! That is too funny! I'm starting to think the Assembly attracts homeschoolers....
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Toba Qaf
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Post by Toba Qaf on Feb 5, 2003 20:38:12 GMT -5
Attracts us, it does.
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Eqin Ilis
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Post by Eqin Ilis on Feb 5, 2003 21:13:08 GMT -5
[glow=blue,3,0000]LOL Right on![/glow]
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Post by Leda EmBorr on Jul 29, 2003 19:09:42 GMT -5
Sewing machines, most fabric stores sell some, Sears always has some, the Kenmore brand is pretty solid, Singer is good, also Riccar, Elna, Bernina, Phaff & Juki. Bernina and phaff are very high end, and expensive to repair, they're both european imports. I'd reccomend avoiding Brother, especially their cheaper machines. A lot of time you can find decent used machines at thrift stores, but take someone who knows how to work it along to try it. A lot of repair places also sell used machines, that's where I bought my current machine. Look in the yellow pages under sewing mahine, sales & repairs. If you find one avoid the temptation to buy one w/a lot of fancy stiches, you'll almost never use them. You will need Straight stitch(forward & reverse) Zig Zag, Buttonhole (either a 4 step, ot automatic) Strech Stitch is useful, an end needle position is very useful too. For a first machine, keep it pretty simple, but go for a decent quality! A NEW machine with the stuff that I mentioned will probably cost about $300 if it's a good one, (Sears might be less!) A really chaep machine won't last and will jam a lot, they really aren't worth the money! I paid $300 for the used machine I just bought with those stitches, but it is an all metal machine, and I am very hard on them, I sew a lot, and a lot of heavy duty stuff. Try looking in the classified ads in your paper, under used stuff for sale. Or try a rental plan place and try a few different machines. Make sure the rental contract is for a short period and not a rent to own sort of thing. I knew I could did this up somewhere if I just kept looking! I'm going tomorrow to buy a sewing machine...I just can't make another tunic without one...hand stitching takes soooo long! Nova, got any new recommendations since this post so very long ago?
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Post by Nova Darklighter on Jul 29, 2003 23:14:51 GMT -5
Nah, I still stand by what I said then, and I still love the used Riccar that I got, I abuse it, and it just goes right on sewing. I'm also a big fan of the overlock/serger type of machine, but not the best as a 1st machine, they're still pretty much "one trick ponies" although some of them do more tricks than they used too! I'm thinking of another one that does more than my current one, need a differntial feed so I can do certain costume things faster and easier.
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Post by Leda EmBorr on Aug 4, 2003 11:13:39 GMT -5
Ok, I borrowed my sister's machine for a week. It's a Kenmore something-or-other and it has quite a few different stitches and things, so hopefully I'll have that new tunic done in time for Dragon -Con. I'm still looking for a nice smooth, flowing fabric for lining. I think I need to visit a fabric outlet of some kind, because when I've come across a nice fabric, it's not the right color, and vise-versa!
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Post by Xana on Aug 5, 2003 20:32:18 GMT -5
You need an NYC shopping day with me and Nova.
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Post by Nova Darklighter on Aug 11, 2003 22:45:40 GMT -5
I l;ike lightweight cotton lining fabric or even better silk lining, both natural and breathe well so helps to keep cool. Kenmore is the Sears brand, and generaly they are reliable machines. Xana, your Mom's machine is great, they don't make them like that anymore, which is a pity, I love the speed on it!
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Post by Leda EmBorr on Aug 23, 2003 0:16:43 GMT -5
OK so I'm having fun with this machine...definitely alot faster than sewing by hand. I finally figured out how to thread it(after like, two hours) and then a week later I was told that I didn't have to disassemble the thing with a screwdriver to make the bobbin thread come up through the bottom and that there is an automatic bobbin winder. Trial and error helped me figure out what size stitch I should use and that crinkly cotton needs to remain crinkly or it'll end up being alot longer than the other fabric being sewn to it! Also, my sister says she might have left her quilting foot on it, but I don't know what one looks like so I'm not sure. It looks normal to me. But the tunic is almost done, albeit a few crooked seams and uneven trim...it's not half bad. definitely better than the last one, but it could be better. The obi is left to make...it looks like the crinkle should run diagonally...you can see it close up on the lifesize cardboard standup of Obi-Wan(he stands by glass doors downstairs to scare away intruders but I may have to move him to the dining room upstairs because he's starting to sag from the humidity!)
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Post by Nova Darklighter on Sept 21, 2003 22:27:32 GMT -5
Watch out gang, I'm on the hunt for another sewing machine or two. I am starting to look for another overlock/serger and also am looking for an industrial table machine, although that will be after Halloween, I'm already starting the hunt for the serger, I want one with differential feeds and a few other features. The industrial is because, 1 I like the speed 2 they'll plow thru more things than a home model 3 some feet that do certain types of finishes aren't made for home machines 4 I LIKE THE SPEED! I also have to get back my computer machine & get it repaired, I miss some of the dumb stuff it can do, I used to have to take it to a place that was in S.Jersey because of the warrenty, but that is no longer in effect, so I can take it to a place in the city. It's at a friends house, so I gotta get it back.
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Schph Gochi
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Post by Schph Gochi on Sept 22, 2003 6:29:53 GMT -5
I have my friend Sue looking for a serger for me too...a used one...I figure at Christmas time when a lot of people get new spiffy and upgraded sergers...maybe some of the low line ones will be available used....and then I make my move!
I only need your basic model....that's good enough for me...
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Post by Nova Darklighter on Sept 22, 2003 23:25:31 GMT -5
You might find some new ones in the $200-250 range.
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Schph Gochi
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Post by Schph Gochi on Sept 23, 2003 4:22:31 GMT -5
I am soooooo glad I have a machine now....I finished my first prototype of my Han Solo vest...I could have never done the vest by hand....well I could have...but it would not have turned out so well....(my Han Solo vest can be seen at the Rebel Legion under a thread called "Broadening my Search")
I used a double needle for a part of it...boy..it that neat....I know you will have tons of fun with your machine Leda.....
...and if I can't find a good used serger after the New Year...I will consider buying new.....my sewing machine is used....cost me only $100.00 with the case...and I love it....
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Post by Nova Darklighter on Sept 25, 2003 0:11:55 GMT -5
I also bought a used machine, and I love it. And when I get the industrial, it will definitly be used as the cheapest new ones start at above a grand, and the type I like are the older ones, they're less persnikity.
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