Showing posts with label Machine. Show all posts
Showing posts with label Machine. Show all posts

Friday, August 30, 2013

How to Sew a Coverstitch with a Twin Needle & Sewing Machine

coverstitch.jpgIf you're an avid sewer and want your creations to have a more professional seam - then learning how to sew with a twin needle is very helpful. Until recently, I had no idea my sewing machine was capable of sewing beautiful coverstitches with a twin needle. If you plan on sewing knits, swimwear or other stretchy material, this technique will provide you with a seam that has elasticity and looks professional!

Materials: A sewing machine capable of twin-needle stitches (refer to your manual - as many sewing machines have this feature) Thread, scissors and material Extra Spool Pin Twin Needle - A stretch twin needle is recommended *wooly nylon thread - optional
P1012663.JPGThe first thing you should do is change out your standard needle and replace it with your twin needle. I loosened the standard needle with a small flat-head screwdriver. Once removed, I replaced it with the twin needle.

Next, remove your presser foot. You'll need to replace it with a zigzag foot. My zigzag foot came with my machine when I purchased it. If you aren't sure if you have one, please check your manual. To change a presser foot, my machine has a little button to push to remove/replace it.


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Friday, August 16, 2013

Claw Machine Picker-Upper

mainImage_2.pngClaw from arcade machine on a stick with a handle for picking stuff up.

Here is a video of it in action: (note: video has pay-per-click ads)

.... here is a link  http://youtu.be/uAVHzY3DQAI

DSCF0642.JPGThe main thing is the claw.  I had a hard time finding these and had to go to a supplier in China. 
I've posted them on amazon here:
Claw Machine / Crane Game -- Actual Claw  (note: this is a link to my own thing on amazon.com)

The other parts are: 1" PVC pipe Stiff wire A spring (optional) A nut and bolt (size 10-24, length is not critical, a  little smaller diameter is okay) Electrical tape Thin strips of wood - for handle (or something better) Plumbers strap - for handle (or something better) Black spray paint

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Monday, August 5, 2013

MicroGreen Machine (hydroponic micro greens at virtually no cost)

photo (1).JPGNow anyone can enjoy super delicious micro greens for little more than the cost of seeds. This technique:
- produces a big crop in about 7 days
- eliminates all the mess of dirt
- is self-watering

Sound good - let's dig in...

cartonCut.jpgFirst, appreciate that a micro green is just a stage of vegetative development - it's the time after a seed sprouts, but before it becomes a plant. Most seeds can be grown to the micro green stage where they are tender, flavorful, and full of nutrients.

Grab yourself a milk carton, tetra-pak or similar, a half gallon is nice but a quart sized container works fine. Wash it out to remove any trace of the contents.

Use scissors to cut into the carton and remove a piece as shown by the dashed line. Adjust the size and shape of your cut as appropriate for your container - this shape works great and preserves the strength of the container, but you can get creative here as well.

Take that piece and drop it straight down into the carton. This will create a shelf to grow your micro greens on.


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