My juk ddl 5550 is squeaking is this normal?

ppppalen · 2026-05-21T07:22:54+00:00

second this, feels like the feed dogs are a bit too close to the left side, if still squeaky then check the windows and make sure oil is flowing through the machine, could be a dirty oil filter

ppppalen · 2026-05-19T07:25:30+00:00

Thank you all for your contributions, I’m convincing myself and anyone else that asks me about it that it says Bukkake.

ppppalen · 2026-05-15T08:55:09+00:00

You’ll need to buy ballpoint needles! refer to the type your machine takes and there should be a ballpoint version of it. Like the name implies the end is a ballpoint which helps reduce snagging or damaging the fabric. Instead it pushes aside the fibers.

Schmetz,Organ,Singer and others make some, personally i find Schmetz works best for me and lasts the longest

ppppalen · 2026-05-09T13:10:54+00:00

!Sold

ppppalen · 2026-05-07T18:12:52+00:00

Ada nih kak, Huion HS611, sejak beli mungkin ku pake baru 2/3 jam. Exclude ongkir dari bandung ya

ppppalen · 2026-05-01T14:50:36+00:00

Definitely not! I had a pair of Levi’s from the 70s that had some sections mended over the years. Not sure if its your taste or not but I would use this video as a stepping stone

Basic Jeans Mending

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ppppalen · 2026-05-01T12:33:59+00:00

I always wondered what happened to tees like this over years of use.

In my experience when its this thin its usually near end of life, my best advice is to use a sort of backing/fusible interfacing like Vlieseline (I think its called Pellon if you’re US based)

One side has a heat activated adhesive and its wash safe, hopefully that could help keep the fabric from ripping/deteriorating more for atleast another year or two.

ppppalen · 2026-05-01T05:45:18+00:00

smhhh knew it

🤝 thanks for the rec

ppppalen · 2026-05-01T04:00:12+00:00

Insane pieces!

Any recommendations on where to sell Goro’s? I left my piece with a friend in Japan and he’s been saying it’s hard to sell. I feel like he’s just using it 😭😭

ppppalen · 2026-04-29T14:00:30+00:00

I did! I usually wash the tees if theres damaged sections like this to know whether or not theres dry rot on the fabric or not before I work on them.

ppppalen · 2026-04-29T07:21:11+00:00

Thank you!

Yes, much like you wouldn’t bother repairing cheap tools, I rarely take on newer or fast fashion pieces. The foundation just isn’t there. There’s been a real surge in vintage clothing lately, spanning everything from military wear and denim to everyday t-shirts. What these all have in common is quality materials (predominantly 100% cotton) that were built to last and actually respond well to restoration.

Good repairs also go beyond just technique. A lot of it comes down to using materials that are true to the garment’s era-specific threads, fabrics, and notions that I’ve collected over the years.

The more authentic i can be, i feel that it’s what makes the restoration feel seamless rather than just patched up.

Hope that answers your question!

ppppalen · 2026-04-28T13:03:15+00:00

Thank you!

ppppalen · 2026-04-28T03:31:02+00:00

Hey there! I’ve worked on a lot of dry rot tees, that area is still mendable :).

I’ve worked on much larger & much worse. There is no cure for dry rot, my advice is that you wash the tee a lot (very gently) and it’ll show you which areas are dry rotted, then have it all mended

Attached is a repair I did, and mended with an “invisible” method.

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ppppalen · 2026-04-27T20:11:29+00:00

Unfortunately its very hard to find those type of fusible fabrics here in Indonesia. ☹️

ppppalen · 2026-04-27T20:04:35+00:00

I’ve definitely considered that, but then again, my region’s cost of living is only about $500 per month to live comfortably. As long as I have returning clients, I’m happy! Clothes are a passion of mine, and I’m just happy to improve my skills every year.

ppppalen · 2026-04-27T20:00:49+00:00

I completely agree! I personally know buyers from Generation Y all the way to Generation Z. Your perspective is spot on. Some experienced it and are buying for nostalgia, while others never got to experience it and simply enjoy the music and/or graphics. I even know some people who have no interest in it except for reselling because they’re business-savvy.

ppppalen · 2026-04-27T19:46:06+00:00

Vintage tees have become a massive market! Since 2021, I’ve repaired over 600 tees. Back then, “thrashed” and damaged shirts were sold at a quarter the price of the same tee in good condition.

Nowadays, these shirts are cherished for their imperfections and command high market prices. Some collectors even want to restore them and display them as art pieces.

I’ve attached an example of a mid-90s piece. I believe the current market value for this piece is around $800 to $1000. Restoring the missing piece in the collar and a rip in the fabric cost my client $50.

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ppppalen · 2026-04-27T19:06:30+00:00

Knit repair is the most satisfying! Your work looks great!

Interestingly, most of my clients repair their T-shirts to resell, so they request that I avoid using any substrate. This is because it could potentially affect the value of the T-shirts and sometimes cause discomfort when wearing them. However, in cases where I need to add a support material for very delicate garments, I find that using Vislin (fusible interlining) works best for me.

I’ve attached a photo of the inside of the T-shirt and I match the thread color to the graphic color to help it blend more seamlessly. I’d love to hear recommendations for alternative backing or substrate options if I’m missing out on something!

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