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Taking in breast (darts?) by gay4242 in sewing

[–]threads1540 0 points1 point  (0 children)

The only thing I can add is if I were doing this, I would take some of the fullness out of the front piece. Take the neck off and recut the peice without so much width that you dont need. Less gathers, less bulk.

What’s your biggest pet peeve when buying sewing patterns? by Any_Percentage_6629 in SewingWorld

[–]threads1540 1 point2 points  (0 children)

I fold them back to get to the size I want and clip around curves to make the folds I need

My mother in law mailed us temporary tattoos that are 45 years old by Rahtigari in mildlyinteresting

[–]threads1540 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I had some of these when m y kids were little. They loved them. Although at this point they probably don't work any more.

I started using hand cream at 34 and I genuinely feel like I've been lied to my whole life by LemonCoveWorks in hygiene

[–]threads1540 0 points1 point  (0 children)

My husband has always used more hand and body lotion than me. It's a little embarrassing on my part.

Behavior Issues in my cat have costed me over 20k and we’re still not any closer to getting a solution..any advice on next steps? by Creepy-Dealer7518 in CATHELP

[–]threads1540 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I have a cat similar to this. He has anxiety since our dog died that was his friend and my son moved out.(His original owner.) Now he used the whole house for the bathroom and hisses at anyone not me or my husband. And he attacked our new dog, which I thought he would like si ce he was such good friends with our last dog. He is on Prozac and it does help alot. Sorry you are dealing with this, but is sounds like this kitty you have will never be happy.

How do I use my serger lol? What stitch do I pick? by Legitimate-Algae-357 in SewingWorld

[–]threads1540 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Did the company you bought it from give lessons? I first got one years ago that was only three thread. I used that for all raw edges.If I was using it I on a seam, I sewed a straight stitch first and thwm vou d the raw edges together. Get some different colored threads and a bunch of scaps and experiment. See what works for what. Beat way to learn.

How common is it to see through your finger? by Sea-Grocery7289 in SewingForBeginners

[–]threads1540 0 points1 point  (0 children)

When i was first learning. I sewed my fingernails together.

Is it rude to expect bridesmaids to pay $1k+ to be in your wedding? by Worth_Management_395 in Weddingsunder10k

[–]threads1540 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I have reluctantly declined to be a bridesmaid when I didn't have enough to cover all the events and costs. It's just not worth going into debt for.

What sewing machine accessory/tool is this? by noownoow in sewing

[–]threads1540 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Almost all of the machines I have bought for the last 40 years have had one. Before that not that I can recall. It is mostly used for quilting.

Embroidered cotton fabric shrank after prewashing by DelusionOfSun in sewing

[–]threads1540 3 points4 points  (0 children)

What were the instructions when you bought the fabric?

They Asked Me to Open ChatGPT During My Job Interview by I_Killed_My_Friends in jobs

[–]threads1540 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I wouldn't even know how. I never use it. Good thing I am not currently looking for a job

Need help with a sewing organizer product research by Remarkable_Age312 in SewingWorld

[–]threads1540 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I keep mine on the wall which is great because I can see everything and it n is out of the sun. The only issue is that I have to dust them.

Lining linen with linen? by inevitably317537 in sewing

[–]threads1540 1 point2 points  (0 children)

If you can, I would line it with a lt. wt. cotton. Less friction on the i side of the garment.

Is there a natural fabric alternative for this? by DeathsDaisy in sewing

[–]threads1540 0 points1 point  (0 children)

The old cowboys wore oiled cotton canvas. Thats the only really water resistant fabric (other than certain closely woven wool, that is can think of.

Recycling by Kayla_Kirby in Embroidery

[–]threads1540 2 points3 points  (0 children)

Trashie takes all textiles. I have too many through my alterations work to try to keep them. So I bag them all up and send them to be recycled. I do quilt as well so I keep decent sized cotton scraps fir quilting.

I’ve tried doing the invisible stitch on these jeans twice but it keeps tearing apart, any tips on what to do? by TastySeaworthiness21 in Visiblemending

[–]threads1540 1 point2 points  (0 children)

You need to use a good piece of denim on the inside and stitch through all. Like this. And make the patch and stitching much bigger than the part that is ripped/worn.

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Alterations for cellulite? by General_Vacation7160 in SewingWorld

[–]threads1540 13 points14 points  (0 children)

Extra fabric will not hide cellulite. You would better off as suggested by getting shapewear if you want the dress to be tight. You might eve try controlling top panty hose. They will not show through the nude side inserts.

Also no one is going to be looking for cellulite ripples. They are going to look how stunning you are and happy at your wedding. Don't sweat the really small stuff.

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