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Sewalongs and Competitions / Re: Weekly Sewing Club Wednesdays 2-4pm
« on: March 21, 2024, 14:07:08 PM »
Yesterday I made a start on Simplicity S9702. This is the dress I want for a wedding this year. I have made the bodice so far.
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Not sure what you are trying to link to there @Lilian
For me it goes to Facebook, then redirects to Instagram, where there are loads of pictures, but I'm not clear which one is about winding bobbins.
I've had the 5 thread version of this machine for a few years now and had no problems with it at all. I went out to buy a Janome one, but the Brother came with the clear foot, (optional extra for Janome) and uses standard sewing machine needles, ( the Janome uses 'overlocker' needles) so I was persuaded.
As for not being used much in 2 years, it may be that the original owner hasn't sewn as much jersey/stretch fabric as she'd envisaged that she would.
@Lilian , tissue paper may well work but then there is the bother of getting all of it out from the stitching.
Mine's the CV3550, and I've only ever used it on knits, the only thing I found is necessary is that I tack up the hens with the tacking about 3/8” away from the intended hemming line. That, and cautious tweaking of the looper fine adjustment lever is all I've needed to do .
It should come with:
Bent nose tweasers, small hexagon ended screwdriver to change the needles, thread nets, small brush etc as in photo.
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The only other thing I've bought is a book that I've found really useful.
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Oh good luck with this Lilian, and if you indulge then I hope you have lots of fun with this machine. I believe there is a knack to easing out the thread a little from the needle before pulling the fabric away after stitching otherwise the chain stitch effect on the underneath starts to unravel very fast. Look forward to hearing that this machine has found a new home and an enthusiastic new owner.