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practice practice practice. They have to be fast, it's probably piece work and they make pennies...
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Originally Posted by virtualbernie
I need one of those attachments they used to put the binding on! Wow is right!
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yes, and it is images like these that keep them making the $39.00 quilts that you and I could never dream of producing!
It also keeps people from realizing just how much HARD work WE put into a quilt! I think promoting those sweat shops with guys sitting on little wooden stools all day stooped over like that is sad! |
yep thats how they sew in a factory , machines go like lighting
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Originally Posted by Elizabeth "Liz"
Where can I get one of those contraptions that they are using for putting the binding on. I might actually be able to do a non screwed up binding with one of those. No probably not.
I want one too....wow....all I can say.....wow |
My gosh....makes me look like a snail :!: I wonder how they look finished :?:
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WOW!!! LOVE THAT BINDING ONE!!
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Originally Posted by crafty_linda_b
These look like sweat shops to me...crafty_linda_b
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Originally Posted by jitkaau
Originally Posted by Elizabeth "Liz"
Where can I get one of those contraptions that they are using for putting the binding on. I might actually be able to do a non screwed up binding with one of those. No probably not.
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Originally Posted by irma tapia
My gosh....makes me look like a snail :!: I wonder how they look finished :?:
I can't believe that people are actually impressed with these videos. I find it discusting that we as a nation are still buying products that are made in these kind of conditions and only because it makes it cheaper on us. freakin amazing! |
As long as consumers buy up this kind of stuff, they'll keep making it. As to whether these are "quilts," per se, I'd call them knock-offs.
The one major component of a quilt which cannot be "knocked-off" is love. There's no love in these. Now, I'm off to caress my projects. |
Yep .....sweat shop is what I believe we were watching....and no one looked like they were enjoying their work. Although I know that commercial machines work really fast......I still believe these were speeded up a bit.
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I am impressed.... WOW!
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Could you tell us where you found it? The web site please. All I found was a ruler....
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amazing!
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Wow is right, but I love the slow, thoughful process of quilting. If I did it this fast, I would have to pay for my therapy. LOL
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Hee, hee.....love your avartar.
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Originally Posted by crafty_linda_b
These look like sweat shops to me...crafty_linda_b
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Originally Posted by calano1
I can't believe the speed at which these people are working on things that take me DAYS to complete!!!!
Piecing::: http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=0-I1z...eature=related Quilting on a home sewing machine::: http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=iELS_FLAkDw&NR=1 Binding::: http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Sg49c..._order&list=UL I have some of these quilts. One of them I absolutely love. It is coming apart at the seams even though the cotton is a very nice quality. Their scant quarter inch is very scant. That binding thing looks like a bias tape maker attached to the machine at an angle. Fascinating! :shock: :shock: :shock: :D :D :D :thumbup: |
Productivity is the objective. I would never keep up with the rate seen in the vidios. My sister and niece worked in a clothing factory in Missouri. My niece was fast and very productive, but the pay was minimum rate and no benifets. My sister said they only got a raise when the minimum pay was increased by the government. They had to meet minimum standard production or be fired.
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The binding tool looks like one for making double fold bias tape. I think I have one. I'll have to see if I can use it to do binding.
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I used to put zippers in military dress pants in a factory. I had to go fast or not get much money. LOL I quilt sewing at home when I was sewing all day. I still refuse to put in a zipper.
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I want that binder..... I wonder where we could get it .. happy quilting
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Now you know how Walmart can sell a quilt in a tote bag for just $20. I can't even begin to purchase the fabric for anywhere near that amount.
As harsh as it seems the workers are probably thrilled to get the work and the pittance they are paid. It all comes down to location, location. |
I think the JOY of quilting wasn't on anyone's face. What a shame.
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Where can we get the binding tool?
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Originally Posted by justwannaquilt
Originally Posted by irma tapia
My gosh....makes me look like a snail :!: I wonder how they look finished :?:
I can't believe that people are actually impressed with these videos. I find it discusting that we as a nation are still buying products that are made in these kind of conditions and only because it makes it cheaper on us. freakin amazing! |
OK ladies and gents, I found this presser foot attachment on Amazon. It fits a variety of low-shank machines and is only $13.98. I googled it as a bias tape tool. Read the reviews. The first one compares two different types of presser feet and is a quilter.
http://www.amazon.com/Distinctive-Bi...m_cr_pr_sims_t |
Originally Posted by MaggieLou
OK ladies and gents, I found this presser foot attachment on Amazon. It fits a variety of low-shank machines and is only $13.98. I googled it as a bias tape tool. Read the reviews. The first one compares two different types of presser feet and is a quilter.
http://www.amazon.com/Distinctive-Bi...m_cr_pr_sims_t |
wow - that binding attachment is sooooo cool!
Originally Posted by calano1
I can't believe the speed at which these people are working on things that take me DAYS to complete!!!!
Piecing::: http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=0-I1z...eature=related Quilting on a home sewing machine::: http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=iELS_FLAkDw&NR=1 Binding::: http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Sg49c..._order&list=UL Fascinating! :shock: :shock: :shock: :D :D :D :thumbup: |
wow,wish I had that binding attachment
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No "wow" in this for me. Just imagine the satisfaction, joy and calmness they AREN'T getting from what they are doing. I absolutely LOVE putting the quilt together and sitting and relaxing in the shade and putting on the binding by hand. They sure don't look peaceful and also....have you seen the quilts in the stores like Kohls and Target? They are nothing you'd want on your bed or to give away if you are a quilter and know how things SHOULD be done.
I'm a very impatient person but quilting has calmed me down more than anything else I do. |
I have ordered several feet from Distinctive and they have all fit my machine, (Kenmore 19233) and worked very well. I do not have this bias tape foot, but..I will be ordering it, after I get my new machine : )
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Love the binding video---it certainly made it look easy, didn't it!
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It is called a bias tape attachment. I found this one to fit my Bernina. http://www.berninausa.com/product_de...5-i38-sUS.html
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I worked in a clothing factory for 15 years and yes those machine are fast. You were paid an hourly flat rate and also got paid piece rate. To make money you had to be fast. I wish I had one of those machines now.
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This binding tool looks one I had for my serger. It wasn't great, so I will be waiting to hear how people like those they are purchasing.
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I think I'm appaled but strangley intrigued as the same time. Kind of like dejavu and amnesia at the same time. I want the binding tool. (wondering how many words I misspelled) On second thought, who cares.
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where did you find the "binding tool" that you ordered? Can you share the link or info about it please? Thanks
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Originally Posted by MaggieLou
OK ladies and gents, I found this presser foot attachment on Amazon. It fits a variety of low-shank machines and is only $13.98. I googled it as a bias tape tool. Read the reviews. The first one compares two different types of presser feet and is a quilter.
http://www.amazon.com/Distinctive-Bi...m_cr_pr_sims_t |
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