Hobbies & Crafts - October 2007

I have a Brother Bicor VX1005 sewing machine. I can't figure out how to thread the bobbin. I was able to track down a manual for the machine, but the manual is confusing and the pictures are not very detailed. I've already wound the bobbin and put it into the case. The manual says the next step is to "pull thread into notch, draw it under tension spring and back into slot". I found the notch but where is the tension spring? The manual doesn't say and the picture is no help at all. I tried looking on Brother's website already but this is an old machine and there's not any information about it on their site. Does anybody else have this machine that could give me a little more detail?

2007-10-16 08:30:26 · 4 answers · asked by Amethyst80 1

I think it would be a traditional “X” wrap rather than a pattern. At any rate, how do you start the wrapping process and get the soutache to stay in place while you are wrapping?

2007-10-16 07:11:52 · 1 answers · asked by utchick128 3

I want to make something with the medals attached so they can be removed easily. As opposed to sewing directly onto the jacket.

2007-10-16 06:22:22 · 1 answers · asked by mr58inc 2

Serge Seam
Hong Kong Seam
Channel Seam

2007-10-16 05:01:51 · 2 answers · asked by Kirstie 2

Ok. So heres the deal. My uncle started a stamp collection when he was about my age (hes about 40 now) and its amazing now. He has hundreds of stamps, and its still growing. And i'd love to collect something or another, but i have no idea what! So any ideas? If anyone has any cool collections, what do you collect? :)

2007-10-16 04:42:56 · 10 answers · asked by Anonymous

Hi there,
I am hoping someone who knows a little bit about yarn can help me out.
I have a project that I have been working on forever with dry clean only fancy schmancy yarn. Last night I spilled red kool-aid on in while I was asleep. (I am a restless sleeper, and always thirsty) I totally forgot to move the yarn to a safe place before I went to bed.

Where I am not done knitting some of the yarn (read: most of it) is there any way to have it dry cleaned BEFORE I knit it, to get the kool-aid out?

If not, I am open to all suggestions about how to get the stain out!!! It was kind of expensive yarn, and I really really want to make sure it doesnt stain!

Thanks in advance!

2007-10-16 03:48:33 · 5 answers · asked by Anonymous

i want a new hobby - any ideas? currently into english country dance, bellringing, folk music, reading, singing, enivronment, science (maths particularly)...

2007-10-16 03:14:51 · 10 answers · asked by rachel 2

2007-10-16 03:14:38 · 3 answers · asked by blueyedtrumpet18 1

I have a 1938 wheat penny that has what appears to be an upside down 8 on it, is this a common coin?

2007-10-16 02:46:23 · 4 answers · asked by Anonymous

2007-10-16 02:25:52 · 1 answers · asked by p.c. h 1

Hi, I am lookin for a web page with free clip arts or cheap clip arts I can use on fundraiser buttons. Thanks!

2007-10-16 02:14:42 · 2 answers · asked by Sweet Surrender 6

Hello.

When my girlfriend and I were at the Renaissance Faire this summer, we saw some head dresses that were crocheted instead of make out of chainmaile.

Does anyone know where to find patterns for them? I saw some years ago, but haven't been able to find any lately.

Thanks for your help,
Robbie

2007-10-16 02:14:40 · 3 answers · asked by rckid1960 3

2007-10-16 02:06:01 · 17 answers · asked by Anonymous

Ok, so I have just started knitting and bought my first pattern. I follow it up until it says:

"Next row: Knit to end dec 0 sts eveny across row. 23 sts"

So I knit... help?!

2007-10-16 01:44:12 · 7 answers · asked by Anonymous

Is there any place on the web where I can order a custom model of a truck just by sending pictures? My boyfriend had a truck for a very long time and did a lot of stuff to it. There's no other truck that looks like it around and he just sold it. I would love to give him a model as a gift. I need some help though!! :)

2007-10-16 01:21:25 · 3 answers · asked by Lisa 2

I'd like to buy from a shop instead of the internet.

2007-10-16 01:09:15 · 2 answers · asked by MANDY C 1

What type of heel is really the easiest? Also, what is the fastest way to knit a sock, toe-up or top-down? Any advice would be GREAT! A source for online videos...even better!

2007-10-16 00:36:26 · 6 answers · asked by Sophie D S 2

I saw a kit on Create and craft called "Land of dreams - Christmas wonderland" I bought the other version which was called Fairyland fantasy but now I regret not buying the Christmas version. I have asked Create and craft and they don't expect to get it back in stock in the forseeable future. I have googled both "Land of dreams" and "Christmas wonderland" but neither find anything related to this card kit. I assume these are the names given to them by C & C
I am positive Create and craft are not the only people in England to have this product but how do I find it without knowing who makes it? Or which company distributes it?

2007-10-16 00:13:11 · 1 answers · asked by Adele G 2

Gonna be molding some Polystyrene/styrofoam shapes, and wondered if silicone would disolve the poly??

Can I just use the silicone you get in a gun from diy shops??

Cheers!!!

2007-10-15 23:12:04 · 2 answers · asked by Anonymous

I've found out that iron-on transfers don't last long, according to what most people say, so I'm thinking of silkscreening or directly painting on the shirts. I'd like to ask what's the best kind of paint to use on fabric? All I know is textile paint, but I've been hearing a lot about acrylic. Any pros and cons for the two? And any other paint suggestions? Thanks!

2007-10-15 22:32:38 · 2 answers · asked by Anonymous

it is gold i think i went online and if i went to the right link i fond out it was a cyprus pound but i cant find a picture to confirm it and a coin was discribed but it wasnt the one i had. it would be easier if i can put a picture up

2007-10-15 20:37:45 · 4 answers · asked by mcr_girl06 1

Who exactly does this form of what you would call "entertainment"? I know that this type of thing does exist around the holidays, but I find myself asking " What would you make , would you sell the item, how much would you sell it for?" So to all of you who do this kind of thing entertain me as to what it is you do , this goes for the men as well, I am almost sure that women only does not apply to this one.

Also does anyone know how to make soap from scratch, someone did for my mother and it looks & smells beautiful.

Thanks.

2007-10-15 17:29:35 · 5 answers · asked by earthball50@sbcglobal.net 3

How does that levetation hummer card trick work? Do you know any good levetation tricks? Any awesome magic tricks at all?

2007-10-15 17:14:40 · 1 answers · asked by ironclownfish 3

How long have you been interested in them and how did you become interested in them? would you say they are expensive?

2007-10-15 16:27:37 · 12 answers · asked by Sean M 1

I need clothes to fit my mole, that are Hannah Montana. I really would love not to make them myself, since I am already making the mole, so if anyone knows how I can buy these cheap someplace . . . PLEASE HELP!

2007-10-15 14:47:51 · 2 answers · asked by Michelle C 1

I'm doing a course and have come to a section that I have no experience with. The question I need to answer is " describe how you would produce a good fitting knife-pleated or box-pleated skirt pattern". The text I have is not very helpful at all, but they are big on using miniature block patterns. Any help with this would be appreciated.

2007-10-15 14:37:38 · 3 answers · asked by acorn2oak47 2

2007-10-15 14:33:57 · 6 answers · asked by pontiniak 2

2007-10-15 14:26:09 · 4 answers · asked by Anonymous

I need to make a costume for a teenage girl that is in foster care. I can't find a costume to fit her and i can't find a pattern big enough so can someone help me.

2007-10-15 14:08:30 · 2 answers · asked by misty 1

I have glass bottles some are clear others are painted but there is one that is blue does anyone know or can tell me ways to colour my bottles using different techniques thanks

2007-10-15 14:07:33 · 4 answers · asked by gypsyirel 2