At 23:42 30/01/2009, you wrote:
I'm thinking of buying a 1950's sewing machine with a buttonholer
attachment, the kind that uses templates to make different size
buttons. Some of them have templates that make round eyelets, and
I'm wondering, has anyone used them for lacing eyelets on period
corsets and bodices?
I have a progressive hand condition, so it's important for me to keep
my handsewing to a minimum, and I can't bear the idea of using grommets!
Margo
I have a widget that makes eyelets, but they are not as firm, on my
machine, as a well made hand done one. However, I use it for the
basis of a hand made one, and only have to sew about half as much as
for a whole one. I have used it to make eyelets on a modern "pirate"
shirt, but usually go round twice.
Suzi
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