Margo-- I have used the attachment you describe, for buttonholes. That was in the 1960's. I've never had a machine since that made as good a buttonhole.
I have used my current machine, a top of the line Bernina, to make lacing eyelets for corsets. I haven't been 100% satisfied, but I think the old attachment will work better. You might try using a heavier thread in the bobbin when you make these, and see if that is sturdier. Let us know how it goes. Kim -----Original Message----- From: [email protected] [mailto:[email protected]] On Behalf Of Margo Anderson Sent: Friday, January 30, 2009 5:43 PM To: Historical Costume Subject: [h-cost] Eyelets with a buttonholer? 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 _______________________________________________ h-costume mailing list [email protected] http://mail.indra.com/mailman/listinfo/h-costume _______________________________________________ h-costume mailing list [email protected] http://mail.indra.com/mailman/listinfo/h-costume
