I'm running out of time so in a panic I got out the sewing machine...and instantly regretted it. first the bobbin wouldn't wind properly (all loose and knotted). Then the tension I needed didn't seem to exist...and the stitch size wasn't right.
Then when I finally - after half an hour of cursing the stupid machine - got to do some sewing I ended up spending more time seam ripping than sewing. And I got backache!!!
Grrr! I virtually never have to use the ripper when I hand sew.
At least I did get one thing finished...but whatever you do don't look inside the seams are a mess.
I tried to make a start on the sleeves of the short sleeve dress....just ended up in a tangled mess. Spent all evening untangling it. Would have been quicker to re-cut the sleeves.
I don't think anyone will ever convince me sewing machines are pleasant to use. I'm just going to have to step up my hand sewing speed...
some examples of machine sewing problems:
I agree. I won't use my machine unless I have long straight stitches to make, like period skirt seams. I don't feel like I have proper control with a machine and they're a pain in the a$$ is you ask me.
ReplyDeleteSome people live, breathe and swear by their machines and I think that's great. But they aren't for everyone that's for sure. I hate them.
Sarah. Ineed to take you in hand and walk you through your machine ...i swear i could get you on track with it, , although even i have problems as i took one of mine back to the menders today only to ne told i hadn't threaded it right ...dohhhh :) mrs bee x
ReplyDeleteYour welcome to try. :)
DeleteIt would solve a lot of (running out of time) issues if I could learn to love the sewing machine....or at least be on civil terms with it.
I had a sewing machine like that! It was torture and I had it for years, so I definitely feel you. Purists say that it's usually user error, and while that may or may not be true, I can definitely say that some machines are easier to use than others. Your bag looks great, by the way!
ReplyDeleteI think we have all had these kind of problems. Sometimes it starts when I find myself in a great hurry...
ReplyDeleteI sew on a treadle, so these issues are few and far between, but they do happen. Just take your time and begin again. :)