Sewing machine

the Industrial Revolution to America. All of the machines ran on water power, so the ideal place to start the Industrial Revolution was in New England. There were many streams and rivers that ran through cities that led to the growth…

something different about every sewing machine, whether it’s computerized or mechanical. The way a machine operates with fabric makes that machine unique (Marie). Sewing is an activity that requires patience, it also involves stitching fabrics together by hand with a thread and needle or by a sewing machine to make clothes and even shoes that people wear today (Smith) (Cyprus). Throughout the history, fashion has changed with different designer’s unique styles. Although sewing has evolved in…

In 1846 a man by the name Elias Howe wanted to create a machine that allowed people to sew clothing at a much greater speed. Not only would this invention be speeding up the process of making clothing in factories but also for social at-home purposes. With the invention of the sewing machine it put an end to the cotton industry and how clothing was originally made into a more sufficient process. Although sewing machines allowed for a more sufficient work process for the workers it also caused,…

*Goals of Phase One (Mikaela Romano): The main goals of our group during phase one is to finalize the design of our jacket and blanket and to schedule time to work with Mrs. Freeman during phases two and three. The biggest goal of this phase for our group is to start our prototype and to work out all of the kinks with our design. Past, Present, and Future Technology (Kaley Barnes): The pas of the modern day sweatshirt and athletic attire is very interesting. In the 1960s, athletic clothing was…

Intimate Apparel written by Lynn Nottage a play about a single, middle aged lady named Esther from New York, who makes a living from sewing and making corsets. As she turned 35 she felt old and lonely as she has not gotten married yet and is seeking for the right man. As one day Mrs.Dickson the lady where she stays with gives her a letter, it was from a man she never met named George Armstrong it was a lovely letter and she got some help from her rich friend which she sells the corsets to…

Quilting enthusiasts in Overland Park, KS know there’s only one spot for all of their quilting supplies and accessories: Quilted Memories. Just as impressive as the store is the company’s website, where you’ll find everything you need to design an unforgettable quilt. At the top of your shopping list are materials. At the Quilted Memories online store, you’ll find batting in different materials, including 100 percent cotton, cotton and wool blends, wool, silk, and polyester. One of the most…

Say Yes to The Dress, it got me seriously thinking about what I wanted to do in the future with my career. I wanted to be in the fashion world in some way, so I started to draw my own creation, after that I wanted to take it even further and start sewing, and I wanted to compete in a fashion competition to show what I could do and see if this was the right fit for me. The most important thing about my experience is that I found what makes me happy, and it’s helped me decide the path I want to…

My Favorite sewing tools Sewing Tools to get started So you have a sewing machine, but what else do you need? Steam iron Sewing and pressing go hand in hand. Press all seams open or to the side before you sew the next step and it will give you much better end results. Using steam will make it even easier. I can remember the first time I used a steam iron and it was such an eyeopener. Fabric scissors / paper scissors / snip You want them all. I don't have a fancy pair of sciccors. I buy…

After getting use the industrial machine when I made the shorts I then actually found it easier to work with the industrial machine, opposed to a domestic as there is more space and I feel like I can see better. The space was beneficial as I actually found that I was able to sew straighter than usual. The construction of the shorts…

How did you first catch the quilting bug? Was it a beautiful quilt in a magazine that caught your eye? Did you watch your grandmother quilt when you visited her over Thanksgiving as a child? Maybe you attended a museum exhibit and knew right then that you wanted to make something as gorgeous as what was hanging on those walls. In any case, you probably took up the art with excitement. Then maybe you unintentionally made the mistake of choosing the wrong pattern as a first project. Your…