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Originally Posted by capt_noonie  Nothing specifically, but I hate when I pay good money for a name brand and it doesn't deliver. I spent about $120 on a Rowenta iron and it's a piece of crap!
I miss my mom's old vintage Singer. That machine was strong. I have a dumb plastic Brother now and it does the job but you can tell it's not the same as the old metal ones. I only do straight stitches bc I don't like serged edges, but then again when I sew I usually do high end costumes, so I will do different types of seams but all with a straight stitch. But in order to do some, you need a good iron first!
I need to get a magnetic pin cushion. I am always knocking my box of pins everywhere! or I want a wrist pin cushion but I want a pretty one. I guess I'd have to make one. It's really handing when draping instead of having to reach over to the table.
My fave trick is using Fray Chek. Esp when using fabrics like chiffon that fray easily. After I draw out the pattern I trace on the line with Fray Chek and after I cut it out, the edges don't fray. |
Oh, I did the same thing.....bought a Rowenta iron...hate it. I have been looking for a good iron too. If you find one, please post.
I agree...I hate the plastic sewing machines out now. I learned to sew on an old singer and that was the best machine. EVER. My sister still has it and I want it back. Its just a simply, 2 stitch baby, but I loved it.
I love your Fray Chek idea...gonna use it!!!