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hairquilt 03-19-2015 06:01 AM
Sewing black on black
 
I am in process of making a Jacobs Ladder in reds & black. In joining the rows I cannot see whether they are lined up even or not! Any hints on this problem or is it just my old eyes & bad lighting? Thanks for any suggestions ladies!

mckwilter 03-19-2015 06:08 AM
I also have a problem with black fabrics. I have to have a LOT of light, so I take the OTT lamp out of my retreat kit for extra light. I have the worst time ripping black stitches out of black fabric.

ManiacQuilter2 03-19-2015 06:16 AM
I use a medium grey thread on top and black in the bobbin when sewing black fabric. I fine this quilt helpful.

AliKat 03-19-2015 06:32 AM
I don't use totally black thread on black but more of a dark grey - not quite black - as it is easier to see if I ever need to rip and resew.

Tartan 03-19-2015 06:52 AM
My Bernina has LED or similar lights and I love it! When working on black I also clip on my Bernina magnifying lens set. As other have mentioned perhaps an OTT light at your machine might help. They do sell little adjustable lights that clip onto your glasses now for sewing also.
Try pinning at the seams since you can feel the lump of the seam allowances.

thimblebug6000 03-19-2015 07:10 AM
Sometimes I also take my chalk marker & run it along places that I need to match up. Especially if I'm doing black on black machine appliqué. I'm not sure if that would help with your current problem or not.

Dina 03-19-2015 08:08 AM
Originally Posted by ManiacQuilter2 (Post 7132975)
I use a medium grey thread on top and black in the bobbin when sewing black fabric. I fine this quilt helpful.
I do this too. Probably doesn't help with the lining up of fabric, but sure helps with the seam ripping!

Dina

PenniF 03-19-2015 08:13 AM
Glad to know i'm not the only one who struggles with black fabrics/quilts !! Although it would be nice if NONE of us had the problem!

QuiltnNan 03-19-2015 08:38 AM
Originally Posted by thimblebug6000 (Post 7133065)
Sometimes I also take my chalk marker & run it along places that I need to match up. Especially if I'm doing black on black machine appliqué. I'm not sure if that would help with your current problem or not.
i love this idea!

oklahomamom2 03-19-2015 08:46 AM
I heard that lighting is most of the issue, I have horrible lighting so you might try to get a better lamp or something that might help with lighting.


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