On the subject of machine feet/accessories, I think a ruffler is a good
idea for Victorian sewing. You may be able to buy an antique one that you
can use on your current machine.
One foot I use a lot is the #10. For topstitching it's great. I also like
the #21 or #22 (can't remember exactly). It
Everyone is recommending the #10 for precise stitching, though the clear
#34 foot also has its fans.
Does anyone here use the pintuck needles and feet for historic clothing?
Fran
Lavolta Press
www.lavoltapress.com
On 9/5/2012 6:49 AM, Kim Baird wrote:
On the subject of machine
I hate the zipper foot the machine comes with, so I got a classic zipper foot.
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I asked a local store to order the Bernina 1008--they only had one and
they just sold it. It will arrive in about a week. I am thinking of
getting the ruffler foot in addition to the basic set of feet, so I can
make Victorian trimmings faster. Anyone have anything else to recommend
where a
Fran,
The ruffler foot is great; it can make series of tucks so quickly. I
was astounded by the price Bernina asks for it (considering it was
invented over 100 years ago) but it's an essential tool for costuming.
Imagine how happy your petticoats will be.
==Marjorie Wilser
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At 07:00 PM 9/4/2012, you wrote:
Fran,
The ruffler foot is great; it can make series of tucks so quickly. I
was astounded by the price Bernina asks for it (considering it was
invented over 100 years ago) but it's an essential tool for costuming.
Imagine how happy your petticoats will be.
: Sun, Sep 2, 2012 8:57 pm
Subject: Re: [h-cost] Advice on new sewing machine
I have had several Husquvanas (presently an Optima 190) if you are not
going for an industrial type and all have been great and have the
features you list. The buttonholing is basic, that is, shirt style not
keyhole
I would buy my same machine, actually: Pfaff 7550. Computerized, but
does not interfere with my desires. Fits all of your specs. I bought
it as a demo machine in. . .. well, probably 1994. It's a workhorse. I
would not hesitate to buy a used one. The 7570 was its replacement
model, but it
I'm amazed. . . the Kenmore was my mother's machine which I learned to
hate -- literally chewed up anything with a soft hand, and refused
crossed seams completely.
==Marjorie Wilser
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Three Toad Press
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On Sep 2, 2012, at 4:29 PM, R Lloyd
Was it the drop in bobbin kind...terrible! What?I really loved was the ability
to sew wool-geogette-denium,all grads of cotton, velveteen etc without throwing
a hissyfit. The sales demo even added leather and a piece of Balsa wood! I
purchased it about the time the invisable zipper was coming
Nope, the vertical bobbin kind, all metal, with cams for special
stitches (anything but straight). Probably predates yours by 5 - 10
years. Still sews, but don't challenge it with anything but normal
fabric for the 50s. (cottons, wools, NO polys or stretch).
==Marjorie Wilser
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repair
person annually.
I hope this helps.
Bobbie
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To: Historical Costume h-cost...@indra.com
Subject: [h-cost] Advice on new sewing machine
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Subject: [h-cost] Advice on new sewing machine
I do not want a serger, or an embroidery machine. I want a machine with the
following features:
* Metal body
On 9/3/2012 11:19 AM, Cin wrote:
Good recommendation, tho' I'd add that if you can wait, there's
usually a 29% sale at the end of Aug every year 'most anything in
the store, including the Bernina machines.
--cin
Cynthia Barnes
cinbar...@gmail.com
This is the end of August--or did you
I'll also throw in my vote behind the Bernina 1008: no computerized parts. The
sales person was actually honest when I bought it and said it was better for
traveling and wouldn't need much maintenance. The only thing I'd add is that I
found a guy to switch out the bobbin housing from plastic
I'm kind of amazed at the consensus on the Bernina 1008. I just never see that
kind of agreement on anything!
Lauren M. Walker
lauren.wal...@comcast.net
On Sep 3, 2012, at 2:32 PM, Galadriel wrote:
I'll also throw in my vote behind the Bernina 1008: no computerized parts.
The sales person
Of course the problem with Kenmore products is that different models were
manufactured by different manufacturers. I have a Kenmore that was my mother's
(early 80s) that she gave me because she hated it. And guess what? I hate it,
too. But I haven't figured out what I want, except I wish I
I do not want a serger, or an embroidery machine. I want a machine with
the following features:
* Metal body
* Durability
* Infrequent need for service
* Not quirky
* Really good straight stitch
* Zigzag capability
* Easy buttonholes
* Ability to sew both light and heavy fabrics easily,
Fran, I am still singing the wonders of a Kenmore 158: series. Replaced my
Beloved of over 30 years with a Pfaff Jeans and satin. The pfaff really has
lived up to its hype and does not require a transition period between
fibers...just like the Kenmore of the '70s. But for rugged costume
On 9/2/2012 4:29 PM, R Lloyd Mitchell wrote:
Fran, I am still singing the wonders of a Kenmore 158: series. Replaced my Beloved of
over 30 years with a Pfaff Jeans and satin. The pfaff really has lived up to
its hype and does not require a transition period between fibers...just like the
workhorse, I'd go with a
Bernina 1008, it will sew anything, and is a great machine.
- Marion
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Sent: Sun, September 2, 2012 6:53:54 PM
Subject: [h-cost] Advice on new sewing machine
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Subject: [h-cost] Advice on new sewing machine
I do not want a serger, or an embroidery machine. I want a machine with the
following features:
* Metal body
I just emailed Eddie's and asked if they have the Bernina 1008. I
figure if I buy a great new machine as opposed to a used one, I'll get
all 20 years of use out of it as opposed to buying a used one and
someone else already got part of the 20 years. An trying to figure out
exactly where I
)
Subject:Re: [h-cost] Advice on new sewing machine
I bought a used Bernina 1008 of of ebay a few years ago, and loved
it! Its since
moved to backup status due to a parts issue, and I purchased a Necchi
at the
recommendation of my sewing machine repair guy (who was a big fan of
Necchi's).
Love both
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