Finding Vintage Sewing Patterns?Is there anyone who would like to sell their old sewing patterns? I would really like to sew with patterns circa 1950 and earlier. Is there anyone who has old patterns they would be interested in selling to me?
Doll Patterns from Before 1960?I am searching for old doll patterns and doll clothes patterns from 1960 and before that time. I would like to make dolls from long ago if I can find existing patterns that are out of print such as Kewpie Doll, Betty Boop, Blondie, and other cartoons, etc.
Removing Pills From Sweaters?Remove fuzz balls from sweaters with a shaver. Go over the surface slowly and carefully with a disposable razor.
Marble and Travertine Cleaning Recipe?To clean marble and travertine, use Dawn liquid dish-washing detergent as a general cleaner. To remove stains, make a paste of 1 Tbsp. cornstarch and 1 tsp. of 3% hydrogen peroxide.
Heating Your Home With Your Clothes Dryer?Use the dryer vent to raise the temperature in your house in cold months. Do only with an electric dryer! Close off and seal the vent that goes to the outside, so you don't lose heat through that 4 inch hole to the outside.
Needle Punch Embroidery Supplies and Books?I would like to learn the art of Russian needle punch embroidery. Does anybody who does that needle art have any advice on what punch needle to start out with and where to buy it for the best price? Also, what beginner's book would you suggest?
Looking for Weaving Loom Similar to Weavette or Weave-it Brand?Does anybody know where I can purchase a small hand loom for weaving, such as the Weavette looms that were made from the 30s to the 70's? There were many similar looms during those years, but I can't find one I can afford.
My Sewing Machine Stopped Working?My Singer sewing machine was sewing just fine, when out of the blue, it seized or froze and it won't sew a bit now. What happened? I've done all the "checks" for needles, proper threading, cleaning, etc. Now what?
Shopping for a Used Bernina Sewing Machine?I am looking for an old model Bernina sewing machine, model 830. I have not seen this particular model in sewing centers that sell them and it is out of my budget on eBay. Other than yard sales, does anyone have any suggestions on where I might find one to purchase?
Shopping for Sincere's Sewing Machine Service Books?Does anyone know where I can buy the following out of print reference books? I am searching for Sincere's Zig Zag Sewing Machine Service Book and Sincere's Straight Stitch Sewing Machine Service Book. Both are by William Ewers.
