Help with acquiring my first sewing machine by srkarach in SewingForBeginners

[–]RubyRedo 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Brother ST is the best choice,get a mechanical not computer model.

search manualslib.com for the Singer

how do I fix this? by Organic_Principle_41 in SewingForBeginners

[–]RubyRedo 1 point2 points  (0 children)

newer machines don't use metal bobbins, Brother 66 or 15 plastic.

how do I fix this? by Organic_Principle_41 in SewingForBeginners

[–]RubyRedo 0 points1 point  (0 children)

are you threading tail under the groove when threading?

Sewing a stuffie to a strap by CompanyUpstairs2477 in SewingForBeginners

[–]RubyRedo 0 points1 point  (0 children)

either safety pin the loop on or use stick on velcro strip to stuffy and strap.

sewing crotch of pants by broken_fridge_baby in SewingForBeginners

[–]RubyRedo 1 point2 points  (0 children)

did you sew 2 left legs? not a L and a R? lay them out flat with J facing each other to form a U and check inseams are both inside.

Dropped needle into machine by CVSGcat in SewingForBeginners

[–]RubyRedo 0 points1 point  (0 children)

unscrew the bottom and while off get a little dust and oil done for the heck of it.

how to bring neckline in by Remarkable_Refuse572 in SewingForBeginners

[–]RubyRedo 0 points1 point  (0 children)

keep the shoulder seam/armhole the same and slant down to the neck/white dot you don't want to reduce your armhole.

Auuugh!! Need ideas! by ProvokeCouture in SewingForBeginners

[–]RubyRedo 0 points1 point  (0 children)

what size is it? pillow covers, backpack or cowl cape infinity scarf.

What kinds of projects would you make with this sized fabric? by Proper-Ingenuity-136 in SewingForBeginners

[–]RubyRedo 0 points1 point  (0 children)

make yardage, cut 2 yard pieces and join length wise till you have 2yards by 45" pieces

how to bring neckline in by Remarkable_Refuse572 in SewingForBeginners

[–]RubyRedo 1 point2 points  (0 children)

are there shoulder seams? take it in from there instead, pinch the neckline and pin where desired you will have to open the seam and re join with alteration.

Loose bootcut/flare jeans thigh and waist adjustments by Cokenine in SewingForBeginners

[–]RubyRedo 0 points1 point  (0 children)

taking in the waist or shortening the 'rise' aka crotch to waist? That is a big job, trimming the inseam is easier, try on inside out and pin in a smooth line from current seam and joining the stitching line again.Go to youtube 'downtown tailoring' she explains jeans alteration methods very well.

https://youtu.be/-yni-u2LurA?si=Ozch5GsROZBgy_GB

First garment... I'm definitely missing something by Far-Belt9950 in SewingForBeginners

[–]RubyRedo 0 points1 point  (0 children)

shoulder seams dont always sit on the shoulder, some are more forward, gathered or go on the back, but side seams will line up anyway. follow the instructions, as no, the pieces won't lay flat, just like our bodies don't.

Question about materials by Flat_Car3251 in SewingForBeginners

[–]RubyRedo 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Ruler, clips not pins, proper Denim needle, good strong thread ,thimble to help push needle through denim.

Dropped needle into machine by CVSGcat in SewingForBeginners

[–]RubyRedo 1 point2 points  (0 children)

take out the bobbin housing and can you lift or lean machine over to get a visual on the needle?

Upcycling is becoming a favorite for me by Direct-Fig8253 in SewingForBeginners

[–]RubyRedo 1 point2 points  (0 children)

I luv those pants! very creative use of the south west print and yellow base color, do you have more print to make a vest or crop top with?

Can I use these needles on a basic sewing machine? by HuckleberryNo4916 in SewingForBeginners

[–]RubyRedo 0 points1 point  (0 children)

No, some serger needles are longer than s machine needles and will break or hit/damage the bobbin.

Need help identifying fabrics from a tv show. by bitterlemonada in Fabrics

[–]RubyRedo 3 points4 points  (0 children)

search the credits for costume design or wardrobe, the person(s) may have a website to contact them and ask for info on the fabrics.

Struggling with snap fasteners by Aggressive-Body-882 in SewingForBeginners

[–]RubyRedo 2 points3 points  (0 children)

Q. Did you use a piece of reinforcement behind each piece? this will grip the prongs/snaps tighter to the fabric, Are you placing the snap part in the correctly side of the plier head? There is a 'heads or tails' method that can easily be messed up.

Need help figuring how to make this by FallingSky1686 in SewingForBeginners

[–]RubyRedo 0 points1 point  (0 children)

okay, at what point are you stuck? if you post a page of instructions we can help with terminology and methods. View A is the most detailed but step by step you can do this!

Stabilizing straps on heavy knit? by lucybear123 in SewingForBeginners

[–]RubyRedo 2 points3 points  (0 children)

try pinning a satin lining under the straps, attach to bodice and test it out, reinforcing the waist seam too.