Those Twin needles? What to do...
#32
Originally Posted by mytwopals
I've never used mine. I doubt I would ever use it for quilting. The front would look nice. But doesn't the back side appear like a zig-zag stitch? At least, that's what I've always thought.
#34
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My machine dealer gave me a lesson on them one day...it is amazingly cool the different effects you can get with them. Using different color thread just adds to the "bling" effect! Play with them- they are loads of fun.
I also use them to hem up DH's sweats...them make it look just like the Original.
I also use them to hem up DH's sweats...them make it look just like the Original.
#36
If you are going to use a twin needle for decorative stitches, turn your fly wheel by hand one full design just to make sure that both needles will go thru the hole in the face plate. Some older machines will only allow straight stitching with a twin needle. I use them often in my embroidery to get that "shadow" effect in my stitching.
#37
I used twin needles for sewing down the bias on a stained glass wall hanging. This was the first time I ever used this type of needle and I broke 3 sets - UGH! After losing $15, I decided to try again and went real slow. I managed to finish the wall hanging but decided I will zig zag my bias down from now on. May not look as pretty, but at least I don't break expensive needles!
#38
I suggest lightweight fabric, which will be easier for the middle of the pintuck to raise up a little bit.
The other method for pintucks is to fold the fabric and sew near the fold.
Usually, several pintucks are done fairly close together, often in symmetrical groups on each side of a garment or item.
The other method for pintucks is to fold the fabric and sew near the fold.
Usually, several pintucks are done fairly close together, often in symmetrical groups on each side of a garment or item.
#39
I use twin needles to do all kinds of decorative stitches. I have several books called..Sewartfully Yours. The book shows you how to use all the decorative stitches on your machine in combinations for cute edgings. It is a lot of fun to experiment. I am hoping to get a quilt top done that I have embroidered on my machine..then sew it together with the decorative stitching. So much to do and so little time.
Peace and Blessings,
Peace and Blessings,
#40
Originally Posted by redpurselady
I used twin needles for sewing down the bias on a stained glass wall hanging. This was the first time I ever used this type of needle and I broke 3 sets - UGH! After losing $15, I decided to try again and went real slow. I managed to finish the wall hanging but decided I will zig zag my bias down from now on. May not look as pretty, but at least I don't break expensive needles!
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