วันพุธที่ 11 สิงหาคม พ.ศ. 2553
วันอังคารที่ 10 สิงหาคม พ.ศ. 2553
Sewing Machines That Are Best For You!
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Clothes play a big part in showing who we are in the community, as unique individuals. We wear and buy clothes according to their style, price and most especially their durability. Like the old cliché, "We are what we wear!" Often times smart consumers look after clothes worth purchasing for, but nevertheless sometimes it is inevitable to be attracted to the latest fashion which makes us become an impulsive buyer. Encouraging the public to buy simply because it is the current fad, leaves the durability of the product out of their consideration. Thus, when these clothes are worn out, repair is essential especially to those who are in a tight budget.
Sewing is basically done for both functional and decorative reasons, such as mending ripped clothing or linens as well as doing embroidery. But as we all know sewing manually is not that easy. Normally people do not know how to do it properly. It is more complicated if it has a difficult pattern. These are the common problems we usually encounter when it comes to sewing.
In the sewing industry Brother Sewing Machines are of great prominence. Making their sewing machines noted as proficient and price efficient. Giving the consumers a wide range of models to choose from, they offer the best quality machines at a reasonable price. These machines are very functional. They make sewing easier and produce excellent results. With their advanced features that would perfectly fit to your needs, it makes designing and other needlework more fun. You can mend anything you like, allowing you to practice your creative juices.
They have wide array of sewing machines that soothe every preference of the client. Brother Sewing Machines have delicately produced these machines to assure that every home owner gets the best out of their money, something he can consider as a worthwhile investment. No more manual sewing. Being stylish is not that hard, you can express your own style by making several one-of-a-kind pieces. Although you can buy expensive clothes, you can also try to upgrade yourself and dare to be different. Open your storage room, filled with old clothes and begin experimenting on their styles with the help of your sewing machine. Design them and look for ways on how to make them glamorous and usable.
Repairing is wiser and convenient for us to do instead of buying new clothes every now and then. And if saving is one of your priorities at these times, then it is wise to buy something that really works and would last the test of time. Being stylish does not really have to wear expensive clothes. Sometimes it depends on how the person carries what he is wearing. Regardless of how simple the design is, if the person has enough self confidence on what he wears, he can easily get away with it. Stick to what is necessary and versatile, classic yet fashionable! Always remember the very famous line of most fashion gurus, less is more. So make sure to heed their advice if you do not want to look like ridiculous.
Brenda J. Tanner is a sewing enthusiast who always shops at Select Sewing Machines, a premier provider of Brother sewing machines and the Singer Futura CE-150. They offer free shipping on all sewing machines to U.S. orders, a 45 day return policy, and more!
วันจันทร์ที่ 9 สิงหาคม พ.ศ. 2553
Great Price Poly X 40 for
Poly X 40 Embroidery Machine Thread #529 Persimmon Color Review
Poly X 40 Embroidery Machine Thread #529 Persimmon Color Feature
- 100% POLYESTER 40 WEIGHT THREAD
- 1000 METERS(approximately 1,100 yards) per spool
- Will not bleach or fade after washing
- Is stronger and more versatile than rayon threads
- Polyester threads have a gorgeous sheen that makes your designs sew out very pretty!
Poly X 40 Embroidery Machine Thread #529 Persimmon Color Overview
100% POLYESTER 40 WEIGHT THREAD This specially priced thread, Poly-X 40, comes in 1,000-meter (1,100 yard) Color cards are available to pick and choose or to accommodate special requests from their customers. The thread comes on a convenient snap spool and offers all the great characteristics of a polyester thread. Its durable, has a high sheen, and is ideal for general purpose embroidery. Its almost twice as strong as rayon, which means it runs longer without thread breaks or unraveling, while providing just the right amount of elasticity to minimize looping and puckering. You are bidding on 1 of the 288 different Poly X40 colors. It is 100% Polyester thread on 1,000 meter spools(approximately 1,100 Yards). Spools are 3 inches tall with the built in snap base to keep it from unraveling. Polyester Thread: Will not bleach or fade after washing Is stronger and more versatile than rayon threads Less lint in your machines than other embroidery threads Polyester threads have a gorgeous sheen that makes your designs sew out very pretty! Our New Poly X40 comes on Easy Snap spools than keep your thread from unraveling off the spool when not in use. All spools are brand new still in the shrink wrap!!!!!!!! Please note: Picture of thread color may be distorted by your computer monitor. We gladly will mail you a color chart.
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วันพฤหัสบดีที่ 5 สิงหาคม พ.ศ. 2553
How To Use a Die Cut Machine
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Die cut machines can lead to many great projects, and the best thing is, they're really easy to use. Recently my maid of honor used her die cut machine to make adorable bird-themed cards for my bridal shower (thank you again, Kristin!) It took her a while to assemble them (sorry again), but everyone who RSVP'd loved them!
Even if you're not an avid card maker, there's plenty of fun to be had with die cut machines. Embellish a lampshade for your bedroom, fashion a fabric flower headband or make a hang-up decoration to add some life to the living room.
There are nearly endless possibilities, but here are a few ideas to get you started:
Scrapbooking
When I think of these machines, scrapbooking is one of the first things that comes to my mind. If you've ever put together a scrapbook, you know how much time and effort it takes to create just one page. When I made my first scrapbook for my boyfriend, I cut out every piece by hand. Had I owned a die cut machine, I'm sure I would have saved a few days worth of time - and my pieces wouldn't have been so crooked. Such machines have tons of different shapes and letter cut outs. To start your scrapbook page, all you have to do is decide the theme of the page and find the font and shapes from the die cut machine that you want to use. Paper and color choice is up to you, but the perfectly cut shapes and letters make every page look professional and clean - even if you're a beginner.
Cardmaking
For any holiday, party or event, there's a shape that will help you build a professional looking card. Really all you need to make a basic card is a die cut machine, card stock and some glue. For a more festive card, glue buttons or ribbon bows on top of the die cuts. Feeling fancy? Throw in some glitter, too! Making your own cards really lets you have complete creative control.
Home Decor/Center Pieces
These machines are also great for making lasting works of art for your home. Have pieces of die cuts left over from another project? Take your favorites and arrange them in a frame that matches your house. This project framed seven owl cuts in different colors to create a cute wall hanging. In addition to wall hangings, you can also create great centerpieces using die cuts. Make ten or more fabric flowers using die cuts and place them in your favorite vase. With no need for water or worrying about wilting, fabric flowers make a beautiful decoration that will last as long as you want!
Embellish Everything!
Since many machines are strong enough to cut tougher materials like fabric and leather, you can use their shapes to spruce up almost anything. Just finished sewing a beautiful blouse, but feel like something's missing? Take some flower die cuts and sew them together to create a ruffle effect. Layer different colored dies and sew them onto a plain apron to give it more pizazz. From a wedding dress to a lamp shade, it's easy to give every day items a little more spunk!
Before you go out and buy your machine, remember that they're not all the same. Do some research before you make your purchase to determine which machine and accessories are best for you. Happy crafting!
Caitlin Kavanaugh is an Editor for http://www.FaveCrafts.com - a popular online resource for all things crafting, from crafting with kids and Christmas crafts to free crochet patterns and free knitting patterns.
วันพุธที่ 4 สิงหาคม พ.ศ. 2553
Small Sewing Machine
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Advantages Of A Small Sewing Machine
If sewing is your profession, you may want to buy a sewing machine but if you enjoy sewing and intend to use one in the household chores that arise from time to time, a small sewing machine should be the choice of the day. Even as the saying goes, " good things come in small packages" the best ones, with the most efficiency, come in compact sizes.
Even a lack of space in your home shouldn't be able to stop you from buying a small sewing machine; you can tuck them virtually anywhere, especially the hand held ones. In fact these little powerhouses come in two settings, cordless and otherwise, so you can think of them as your electric shaver, carry able virtually anywhere and ready to use in a flash.
Since your machine is a tiny and compact model, you wouldn't have to worry about the power outlet being near, in case your model is not cordless, theyare so light weight as a rule, that if the well don't walk to the sheep, the sheep most certainly can.
Despite it being a miniature size, you will find your small sewing machine to be more than a match for your requirements. Short of some really heavy duty sewing, for which your machine is definitely not made for, you will find your small machines more than adequate.
Another most attractive fact about these products is the great price tag they come with, you will find buying one easily manageable for your budget. A small sewing machine usually costs a fraction of the price you would normally have to pay if you wanted to buy a regular size.
These little wonders are very task specific and it would not be a very great idea to introduce these to a child learning to sew, a machine specifically built for kids would rather be recommended in that case.
Checkout this site for more great info and products.
http://www.smallsewingmachine.info
วันอังคารที่ 3 สิงหาคม พ.ศ. 2553
Pop-ularize Your Products With Pop Up Canopies
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If you are planning on organizing a trade show or an outdoor event, use pop up canopies to protect your products from the elements and storage. These easy-to-assemble and dissemble canopies will make the process less hectic for your personnel.
Pop Up Canopies: Features
Typically, pop up canopies are available in varied sizes ranging from 5'x5'-10'x20'. These canopies have two components, the frame and the top. The frame may be constructed of metal, steel or aluminum. Steel frames are heavier, but are less expensive than aluminum frames. Also, steel frames last longer since they do not rust easily. Aluminum frames are convenient to be carried around because they are generally lightweight metal.
Most canopy tops are made of Oxford polyester, a fabric rated in denier units. While buying, ensure that the denier rating of the fabric is 500 because a rating above this number will increase weight without adding any value to the material.
A straight-leg canopy is generally preferred to a slant-leg one because the former offers a square footage from the leg base to the top. A 10x10 straight-leg canopy would provide 100 square feet of shade. A 10x10 slant-leg canopy would offer only 80 square feet of shade which is approximately 20% less square footage, as compared to straight-leg canopy.
Pop Up Canopies: Additional Advantages
Pop up canopies are versatile; meaning that they can be used with, or without walls. At a trade fair, a canopy without walls would indicate that you wish that potential customers to freely walk into the tent. A canopy with walls proves useful in detrimental weather conditions.
These canopies can be customized to display logo graphics and colors of your choice. Some commercial companies manufacture canopies using silk screening to print messages or designs on canopy tops and walls. This will help to increase you brand visibility at any event. Not only at corporate events, these canopies are preferred for bonfire parties and beachside weddings due to their fire-retardant and water-resistant properties.
Generally, the material of a canopy is durable and possesses an inherent rip-stop quality which ensures that a slight tear will not cause a bigger rent in the tent. A UV ray blocking material proves especially useful during sporting events or the farmer's market in the summer months.
Buy these canopies from http://www.canopymart.com and avail the benefit of selecting from the best brands at most reasonable prices.
At CanopyMart.com, we offer the highest quality pop up canopies including Caravan Canopies, KD Canopies, canopy accessories & more at the lowest wholesale price to the public.
วันจันทร์ที่ 2 สิงหาคม พ.ศ. 2553
Singer Featherweight 221 Case Repair
How I recovered an old featherweight 221 sewing machine case
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