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DianaC
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Posted: Feb 07 2009 at 4:52pm | IP Logged Quote DianaC
Do I need a special needle when sewing satin? If so, what kind?

Any other words of wisdom for a beginner?
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I think a ball point needle would be advisable. Advice: Hand Baste everything together first! (ask me why I say that....)

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Posted: Feb 07 2009 at 6:34pm | IP Logged Quote DianaC
OK, why do you recommend hand basting? ;) It looks like this project is going to take a lot longer than I thought!

Where can I buy a ball point needle? If I have a Singer sewing machine, do I have to buy Singer brand needles? There used to be several store that sold Singer machines and accessories in my area. Now it seems that all of the Singer stores are gone. I'm finding it difficult to find basics like bobbins that will fit my machine.
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Because it slides Amazingly. All over. Ask me how I know. Not quite as badly as chiffon (which is a nightmare), but pretty badly. What's the fibre content? Silk is more slippery than polyester.
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Posted: Feb 07 2009 at 9:12pm | IP Logged Quote Cay Gibson
My bridesmaids all wore handmade satin gowns.
What was I thinking!!!

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