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Outsourcing work for clients

Outsourcing work for clients may come in the form of a stud that needs replacing or putting a thick metal zip into a heavy leather jacket that you do not want to do. Find out what sources are in your area. From time to time you will come across a job that you either don't want to do or can't do. Some of the types of things could be replacing zips in bags or heavy [...]

2018-05-05T12:20:15+10:00 By Judith aka genie|Categories: Clothing Alteration Business, Repairs, Sewing machine information, Zippers|Tags: repairing belts, repairing leather, repairing shoes|Comments Off

Overlocker serger gadgets

Gathering and elasticator feet for overlocker or serger Over locker or serger gadgets which turn your machine into a time saving machine. Your over locker or serger can be converted to do more than just over locking. For example most older model machines have attachments that can be purchased such as the gathering attachment. It slots into a groove on the machine and gather the fabric automatically. How it works - Cut one piece [...]

2018-05-05T11:54:57+10:00 By Judith aka genie|Categories: Over locking, Sewing machine information, Sewing Notions|Tags: Additions to your overlocker or serger|Comments Off

Changing threads overlocker

Have you ever had trouble with the tension on your over locker/serger? One of the biggest mistakes I think people make is to leave the tension dials ON when threading a new color onto the machine. Sewing or pulling the thread through till it gets to the needle with the tension ON can cause problems with the tension. The knot going through the tension dial can cause damage. Tension dial on three(standard for my machine) [...]

2018-05-05T11:44:31+10:00 By Judith aka genie|Categories: Over locking, Sewing machine information|Tags: threading overlocker or serger|Comments Off

Using 5,000 metre thread reels on a domestic sewing machine

Another great way to save money is to purchase the 5,000 reels of poly thread, instead of the 250, 500 or 1,000 reels. The only thing you need to help you is a thread reel holder. They can be purchased at most haberdashery shops. I do sell them on my website, but if you live outside of Australia you will have the postage cost as well. The reels are a little bit more expensive in [...]

2013-10-19T17:01:15+10:00 By Judith aka genie|Categories: Sewing machine information|Tags: thread cone holder|Comments Off

Using fluffy thread on domestic overlocker

If you are altering a lot of black garments, you may like to consider purchasing the fluffy over locking thread. It comes in a 15,000 meter cone (textured polyester) and the brand I use if called Gramax, but this may vary from country to country. Its very cheap to buy and will save you a lot of money on over locking. I buy the standard colors – black, white, cream and grey. The only problem [...]

2014-11-18T08:08:35+10:00 By Judith aka genie|Categories: Over locking, Sewing machine information|Tags: Additions to your overlocker or serger|Comments Off