I lengthened the stitch length and put slippery paper underneath, but no cigar,,,any ideas.
2007-02-17 11:59:09 · 8 answers · asked by kryptorchard 1 in Games & Recreation ➔ Hobbies & Crafts
You have to be careful when sewing vinyl, there are a lot of factors that will contribute to if it can be sewn by machine or not.
First: the weight of the vinyl, if its a clear table cloth vinyl you should be able to sew it as long as it isn't heavier than 8 guage, and that may even be pushing it. If you have a lighter wieght table cloth or flannel backed vinyl you should also be able to sew it on your machine without problem . However, if you have a heavier vinyl for upholstry i doubt you will be able to sew it on your machine.
Second: Your machine, if you can sew vinyl depends a lot on your machine. If you have a regular machine you probably will be able to sew most sorts of vinyl, but probably not more than two layers. If you have a machine that is made for more of an industrial use then you can sew more layers at once or a heavier weight vinyl. Also, if you are sewing a flannel backed vinly careful that your feed dogs don't catch on the flannel, this is there paper could help.
Third: The needle in your machine. There are needle that generally fit into all machines ( the top has a rounded front and flat back ) that are made for use on vinyl, try the Dritz leather/vinyl needle. This needle should fit in your machine and may help solve your problem.
Fourth: And finally, the thread type makes a big difference. Typically machines can not support an upholstry weight thread, unless it is an industrial machine. Otherwise you should use a regular cotton or cotton/polyester thread ( i think plain cotton is the stronger of the two, but i am not completely certian.) Often if the thread, like upholsrty or button thread, is put used in a machine the thread will break or just jam up the machine.
Also, it really depends on what you are sewing. If you are trying to use a machine and it doesnt work i suggest buying an upholstry weight needle ( they are thicker and longer with a slightly bigger eye) and just sew the thing by hand, it may take a little longer but it will undoubtably be less frustating. For this i also suggest an upholstry weight thread and to get a good leather thimble to save your fingers from a lot of pain!
Good luck! I hope i helped a little bit at least..
2007-02-17 15:21:38 · answer #1 · answered by Laura 3 · 1⤊ 0⤋
Sewing Vinyl
2016-10-29 05:01:48 · answer #2 · answered by ? 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Have you tried putting a piece of paper (just ordinary paper, not slick) both on top of and underneath the vinyl while sewing? That should keep the vinyl from wanting to stick to the smooth metal, but give the underside of the foot and the footplate just a bit of tooth while still fairly smooth.
Diane B.
2007-02-17 12:44:31 · answer #3 · answered by Diane B. 7 · 1⤊ 0⤋
Try getting Sew Ease for the machine. You put a small drop where the thread goes through the machine and at the top of the needle. I have sewn confetti dot fabric this way-plus a sharp strong needle.
2016-05-23 23:57:38 · answer #4 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
The feed dogs aren't getting a grip on the slippery vinyl. Try a strip of masking tape on the vinyl.
2007-02-17 12:47:43 · answer #5 · answered by MyThought 6 · 1⤊ 0⤋
Did you change the needle? You may need a different kind of feeder (the thing under the foot) ask the ladies at the fabric shop they will be tons of help.
2007-02-17 12:17:50 · answer #6 · answered by luvmycrafties 4 · 1⤊ 0⤋
your best bet ,first of all would be to buy a leather needle for your machine,this will help a lot and tissue paper is also good used with the leather needle
2007-02-17 13:00:35 · answer #7 · answered by betty_bouti2004 3 · 1⤊ 0⤋
maybe the needle's not sharp enuough
2007-02-20 21:17:08 · answer #8 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋