The sewing machine

[James MacMillan]

When at Wally World look at their wrinkle resistant fabric. I got some of a nice weight made and X-Kilt is a solid black. After wearing it a couple of times I throw it into the wash then in to the dryer, pull it out damp and hang up. I run my hands down the pleats if they look like they need it, but this isn't often. I like tartan and wool but often lazy is better.

Hey Chris - Give me some more info on the "wrinkl resistant" fabric please.

[cacunn]

Hey Chris - Give me some more info on the "wrinkl resistant" fabric please.

I found a display at Wally Word of cotton looking/feeling cloth and as I was looking for price/content I noted the end said wrinkle resistant. It is probably teated in the same manner as wrinkle as no-iron Dockers. I like the look and feel of the kilt. I did sew the pleat edges fro a sharp edge, however, I think it would hold a pleat on its own.

Check with the sales clerk and have them show you where the wrinkle resistant material is located.

I will use this for my next X-Kilt rather than untreated cotton.

[James MacMillan]

I found a display at Wally Word of cotton looking/feeling cloth and as I was looking for price/content I noted the end said wrinkle resistant. It is probably teated in the same manner as wrinkle as no-iron Dockers. I like the look and feel of the kilt. I did sew the pleat edges fro a sharp edge, however, I think it would hold a pleat on its own.

Check with the sales clerk and have them show you where the wrinkle resistant material is located.

I will use this for my next X-Kilt rather than untreated cotton.

OK - Thanks

[Alan H]

My two cents.....don't rip apart the Gold Brothers kilt. I have one, and it's fine. Just accept it for what it is. Get new stuff for your X-Kilt. Now, I personally wouldn't set foot in a Wal-Mart to save my life, but then I do on very, very rare occasions go into Target which is almost as bad, so there you go.

[Jake_S]

Now, I personally wouldn't set foot in a Wal-Mart to save my life, but then I do on very, very rare occasions go into Target which is almost as bad, so there you go.

I with Alan about the evils of Wally World!. I prefer to go to local shops, or smaller chains, to get supplies.

BB, good luck with the sewing machine and the x-kilt.

Jake

[mottern3]

Hey, I have the same sewing machine, got it from a friend. I called Janome Sewing machine company, formally new home, and the customer service representative was able to mail me a copy of the user's manual. 1-800-631-0183. Hope the manual helps me and you.

~Jessi

[berserkbishop]

Hey, I have the same sewing machine, got it from a friend. I called Janome Sewing machine company, formally new home, and the customer service representative was able to mail me a copy of the user's manual. 1-800-631-0183. Hope the manual helps me and you.

~Jessi

Interesting, thanks for the number. I will give them a ring when I get a chance.

BB

[berserkbishop]

I thought I would post an update on me and my "new" sewing machine. I took it into a service shop yesterday, and they said they didnt know much about it. After tinkering for a while we got it to sew quite a few stitches but it is breaking the top thread every 30 stitches or so. I am thinking that this is due to the tensioner being off. More tinkering I guess, and I need to find a more educated operator. . .

BB

[TecScot]

Ok so the last post was in December, but I have something that might be worth while, even if late. Please allow me to contribute my 40+ years of sewing knowledge. Your old metal case, metal gear New Home is a gem. Worth getting service on from a competent modern shop.

Usually "bobbin" problems - a mare's nest under the fabric - is the result of improper threading of the upper thread path. I know it is counter-intuitive, just believe me.

Thread breakage every 30 seconds or so is caused by a couple of things, bad needle, needle installed properly, thread spool on its side when it is supposed to feed off the top of the spool, (like with the cross wound spools common today) or vice versa (as with the traditional straight winds).

The solution to the needle problem is to get a new one and be sure it is installed right. The wrong orientation on the thread spool can be solved with a thread stand. They are $7.00 at the local fabric store. Oh, and sometimes, even with "quality" thread, you can get a bad spool. Try a different spool before looking for a thread stand, it's cheaper.

Good Luck!

[berserkbishop]

Ok so the last post was in December, but I have something that might be worth while, even if late. Please allow me to contribute my 40+ years of sewing knowledge. Your old metal case, metal gear New Home is a gem. Worth getting service on from a competent modern shop.

Usually "bobbin" problems - a mare's nest under the fabric - is the result of improper threading of the upper thread path. I know it is counter-intuitive, just believe me.

Thread breakage every 30 seconds or so is caused by a couple of things, bad needle, needle installed properly, thread spool on its side when it is supposed to feed off the top of the spool, (like with the cross wound spools common today) or vice versa (as with the traditional straight winds).

The solution to the needle problem is to get a new one and be sure it is installed right. The wrong orientation on the thread spool can be solved with a thread stand. They are $7.00 at the local fabric store. Oh, and sometimes, even with "quality" thread, you can get a bad spool. Try a different spool before looking for a thread stand, it's cheaper.

Good Luck!

Thanks for the advice, and welcome to the board! I still am having issues with the machine so your input is very appreciated!

BB