Originally Posted by
happyquiltmom
I use my 401A for heavy-duty sewing. I've done canvas, vinyl, denim (all several layers). Be sure to sew at a slow speed, and don't sew over the pins. And...
Don't forget to use your walking foot!
Hey Cindy! Thanks for this. I "worry" about my 411G, just because I don't think the motor is the same as the 401A in case something goes bad, so maybe I'll use the 401 or the 503. The 503 has been worked more here, and it's rock solid. Sewing over pins scares the beans out of me anyway. I've hit them in the past and not had it go well.
I guess I'll learn how to use my walking foot tonight.
Originally Posted by
DogHouseMom
I can't answer the question about which machine ... but can make a suggestion about pinning it. Don't
Consider using a glue stick instead of pinning. The pins through that much fabric will distort it a bit and the machine that is best for sewing through that bulk may not be the best machine for sewing over pins.
Glue stick? I hadn't heard of that before... interesting. I will google that and see what the procedure is. Thanks, Sue! If I can get the cat to leave it alone long enough to glue it, I'll see if I can have a go at it shortly here.