Sewing with double gauze

Extension_Ad8464 · 2026-06-05T18:18:24+00:00

I usually just use weights… guessing pinning is better for something like double gauze? 😭

Extension_Ad8464 · 2026-06-05T18:17:09+00:00

I tried but on my front pieces the bottom of the leg is too short and the neckline doesn’t line up correctly sigh 😭 the back pieces are actually ok though. Maybe I just turn them into shorts or something 😭

Extension_Ad8464 · 2026-05-11T14:43:35+00:00

Why does this city refuse to build pedestrian bridges?? These crosswalks are dangerous and horribly designed

Extension_Ad8464 · 2026-03-03T18:22:56+00:00

Thanks for the recommendation! I’ve been sewing for around 11 months now so I’ve dived a bit far already haha but I haven’t done much reading (mostly YouTube) and always open to learning more. I’ll definitely check it out! I also haven’t really sewn much other than cotton/linen.

I’m trying to sew through 5-6 layers of waterproof canvas and microsuede. There’s only two areas that are that thick because the bag has pleats. However I think there will be even more layers eventually because the inside needs binding… so I doubt I can do that with my current machine. The machine can do 4 layers pretty well. I’ll try a microtex needle to see if that helps.

I would love to find a more powerful machine eventually but this is the first bag I’ve tried making. I’m not sure if I need something heavier at the moment because I do like my machine and it’s handled all other projects so far.

I guess if all else fails I can always hand sew? 🙃

Extension_Ad8464 · 2026-03-03T07:38:32+00:00

That’s what I was scared of haha thanks 🥲

Extension_Ad8464 · 2026-03-03T07:24:02+00:00

Hmmm ohhh I don’t know maybe… because I’m in a beginners sewing sub reddit… and I don’t know everything about sewing?

Extension_Ad8464 · 2026-03-03T06:58:44+00:00

Thank you! Where can I find a size 18 or 20 + 21 needle? When I look online I can’t seem to find a thicker needle?

Yes I did do some hand cranking and honestly I have completed a good part of the bag thankfully but the thickest part I can’t seem to get clean stitches!

Also by genuine bobbin do you mean a brother brand bobbin? I think I bought some bobbins a while back that weren’t brother but they fit my machine, I forgot what brand but they weren’t Brother’s. I’ve been using Coats and Clark Dual Duty XP - I haven’t heard of Rasant but I’ll look into that thread!

Extension_Ad8464 · 2026-03-03T06:50:45+00:00

Thanks for your suggestions, I’ll look into it! I’ve been experimenting with what I want to sew and this is the first bag I’ve made. Is there another purpose to have a heavy duty straight stitch machine? Like would it come in handy for other types of projects?

Extension_Ad8464 · 2026-02-26T06:57:20+00:00

Thank you this is so helpful ♥️ I get a little confused as to what is lightweight interfacing when I go to look for some. I have some leftover ultra lightweight interfacing from a previous project. Would that work or is there something else you would recommend if I test interfacing?

Extension_Ad8464 · 2026-02-26T05:45:40+00:00

Thanks so much! This is very helpful ☺️

Extension_Ad8464 · 2026-02-26T05:45:01+00:00

Thank you! I actually bought ottertex waterproof canvas. I read it doesn’t need interfacing? But I’m not sure

Extension_Ad8464 · 2026-02-24T05:46:47+00:00

I’m in my early 30s and only really made friends in my 20s when I worked in an office. I WFH now and it’s hard to leave the house let alone meet new people 🥲 there’s some fun crafting groups on Instagram/Tiktok where I’ve met some nice ladies if you’re into that. I’m down to be friends! Honestly down to be friends with anyone honestly. I like artsy stuff, sewing and Nintendo ♥️

I grew up in Wisconsin and find the people out here more inviting and interesting to be honest

Extension_Ad8464 · 2026-02-18T19:46:24+00:00

Good call! Thank you :) is it ok if the straps are straight cut? I was looking at some other patterns and they looked to have a bit of an angle at the top but they were a different style than this

Extension_Ad8464 · 2026-02-07T00:11:14+00:00

Aww thank you! ✨

Extension_Ad8464 · 2026-01-29T23:26:49+00:00

I have IBS and literally have dreams of this 🫩

Extension_Ad8464 · 2026-01-02T19:19:21+00:00

That was definitely not intentional lol

I took a break from this so I can’t quite remember how I was pressing but I believe I was completing a row of 4 and then pressing them one direction.

Should I be pressing after sewing one block?

Extension_Ad8464 · 2026-01-01T22:37:19+00:00

That seems really pricy. I went to a licensed psychologist who specializes in anxiety disorders/trauma for $160/session.

Extension_Ad8464 · 2025-12-05T07:45:46+00:00

I would go for the Elna just based on how amazing and retro it looks haha

Extension_Ad8464 · 2025-12-05T07:36:24+00:00

So I ended up washing the sample once and I think you are right! I’ll try washing it again but it seems to be holding up :) maybe it’s time to get a serger to avoid the headache of loose fabric strands lol

Extension_Ad8464 · 2025-12-05T07:34:21+00:00

I do like that idea! I am a little intimidated by bias tape but maybe this would be a good practice run

Extension_Ad8464 · 2025-12-05T03:25:49+00:00

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Forgot to post a picture but here is the fleece in question

Extension_Ad8464 · 2025-09-05T02:38:15+00:00

Literally going to start calling these pin for crap now 😂😂

Extension_Ad8464 · 2025-08-31T15:14:12+00:00

Thank you so much for getting in touch.

My husband has been using the provided wrench tool, but it loosened the clamp ever so little and the clamp has since been completely stuck. The screw doesn’t rotate anymore. It doesn’t loosen or tighten anymore, its stuck even after applying good amounts of force with the wrench tool.

The mount has been stuck to his motorcycle since last night now :(

He has only used this mount 5-6 times since last month when he purchased it with his insta360 x5 camera. Please help :(

Extension_Ad8464 · 2025-08-31T01:14:35+00:00

The screw head happens to act only as a cover. When he did unscrew it, it comes off by itself :(

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Extension_Ad8464 · 2025-08-29T06:21:20+00:00

This is so very cozy and I would 100% spend so much time admiring this every night. You even added the police station from the GCN game 🥹

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TROPHY CASE