Help! I have a Singer Prelude 8280. I just need to know what the seam allowances are that are etched on it? They are not marked.

My dog knocked over my machine. The spool has been knocked off. I’m not sure how it goes back on? It doesn’t look like anything’s broken? Can anyone help me?

Hello, any tips on machine settings for fleece? I have a Kenmore Mini Ultra. From what I have read, lower tension and a longer stitch is suggested but no matter what stitch pattern I use (they have pictures not length shown on the machine so I’m not really sure which one is best) or tension, the thread either gets stuck, breaks, or skips stitches. The manual has not been helpful with this either and I’m losing my mind. Any help is appreciated. 😅

I am testing out my new dx5,, every stitch there is a slight thump that you can hear and feel. Light fabric.

Is that normal or is there something wrong with the machine?

Hello all, I've been to two tailors nearby to me and neither wanted to even discuss what may be necessary? I bought a coat that had 2 of it's buttons come off. Givenchy charged me $50 per assembly and the tailors say they have no clue how they're supposed to be mated to close properly. The "fins" for lack of a better term wont insert into the bar portion that looks like it's supposed to accommodate them to then be folded inwards. I've reached back out to Givenchy support but have not gotten a reply. Any help or thoughts are greatly appreciated!

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Hi, I am someone who has access to many different sewing patterns from different brands, for example Rick Owen’s, balenciaga, acne studios, raf Simon’s and many more. This is an interest check, to see if people would purchase these to have similar patterns to their favorite designers. I would not charge much money for them, just as much as any other pattern , 5-15$.

Can also take requests for designer pieces that can be made into patterns

I am making a bias cut dress with a fabric that has a subtle directional texture (slight crinkles running parallel to the selvedge). As written, the pattern has one panel for the front skirt and one for the back (figure A), but because of the directionality of the fabric, I'd like to split the panels in half and and match the direction to the direction of the bodice pieces (which is specified in the pattern) (figure B). Does that make sense, or is there some better way to do it? Would it have a significant impact on the drape? I would cut the pieces and then let them hang out overnight before doing any construction, if that would make a difference.

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I got this second hand machine from marketplace yesterday, and I'm having trouble getting the needle to pick up the thread. I've done a lot of research and seen that a lot of people are having the same issue so these are the things i've tried:

- Rethreading

- Changing needle

- Changing bobbins

- Checking bobbin position

What I found was that if I hold the thread and help it sit right, it DOES catch, so its almost like the needle is JUST about missing the mark for it to catch naturally. Is the needle too short? Am I missing something?

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First time using serger. I made my old legging to shorts with serger, a lot of thread broke after I put it on…….I used 4 thread stitch, serger thread 100% spun polyester, stitch length 4, differential feed 2(preventing wavy edge)….what did I do wrong. Please help

Okay so, this is kind of a specific request.. im currently working on a college project where we have to design a 5 piece collection using only 5 different fabrics. I was wondering if any of yall would know a fabric that is good for a heavy duty corset but Also a puff sleeve that isnt too crazy… anything helps:)) thank you!!!

Looking for custom (fabric not print) made super soft and stretchy (velour/velvet/etc) mens boxers due to pelvic nerve damage. Whatever is the best fabric. Any ideas on who can do and what fabric is best?

I ordered velour boxers from a company called 2Xist but they are out of stock. I had to turn the boxers inside out and wear with the velour against my skin. I have tried bamboo cotton (and satin and a few other fabrics) but they are a distant 2nd and third for softness. Anyone know of a person/company that does such a thing? Nerve damage and super sensitivity in my pelvis from a procedure gone wrong - any friction or "glancing blows" make walking and moving uncomfortable. Hence, looking for custom made super soft boxers. Appreciate any input. Thanks!

hi! I started sewing like 9 months ago and I mostly like making pants/clothes (including denim probably up to 15oz). I’ve lately been liking making totes, other bags, and light quilted things, but nothing too crazy. I currently use a Brother XM2701 for my sewing and I have a Juki MO654DE as my serger.

I kind of wanted to upgrade my main sewing machine because i feel like sewing on my first machine isn’t as enjoyable anymore. I’m still pretty new so I didnt want to prematurely jump into nice equipment. but I kind of want something with a little more room, and the ability for a machine to lay flat/have a table sounds really nice. Since I mostly work with non stretchy clothes, I was thinking a straight stitch machine would be a good thing to upgrade to. I’d still keep my Brother for zig zag/buttonhole/stretch stitch when I need it. And I would probably upgrade that to a better all around domestic sewing machine at a later time. Because of that, I looked into getting a Juki DDL 8700 or a Juki TL2010q, but I’m open to any recommendations or changing my config away from straight stitch machine + overlock + general purpose machine if there’s something better!

Some random pros/cons I’ve weighed:

• The Juki 8700 coming with a table is nice but I’m afraid it’ll be big and heavy. I already have a big table for my sewing setup so maybe this is moot.
• ddl 8700 is slightly cheaper
• since the Juki 8700 is completely flat, can I still topstitch the out seam of pants when the inseam is already sewn? It seems easier to do on a sewing machine that’s raised, but maybe I’m wrong.
• does a straight stitch machine even make sense for my purposes? Or should I just get a better all purpose sewing machine right now instead

Thanks!