suzelle
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What as unique looking hat, really wonderful!
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On 6/22/2022 at 7:10 PM, RockyAussie said:@suzelle The recommended needle range is 18 to 23/160 which means that the thickest thread should be 138 (20m). ..
Brian, thanks for answering! I appreciate the time you took to explain what the machine is capable of. I really appreciate you expertise.
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7 hours ago, Stewart said:Thanks man, All is good.i put it on the cirrious forum ( my ailment- drank more than the amount alloted for my life span)
to inspire the ones with depression that there are hobbies or talents that they don't know they have . Thats to geive their brain a rest,like it does me. Here is a new on I have traced yet but will.
Nice Stewart! Thanks for sharing your abundant talent! Inspiring indeed! Something beautiful to see!
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8 hours ago, RockyAussie said:It is a copy of the Juki 246 if you search that maybe. I have to admit I have been pushing hard for a couple of years to get the dealer here to get me one in. Probably will not show up on the Hightex site for some time yet. There is a couple on order to Australia at the moment and maybe some more if this video can stir them up.
Brian, Great informational video you posted here! I'd for sure consider purchasing the Hightex/Cowboy 246 if it became available as a new machine in the USA. I really don't think I'd ever need more than a 135 or 210 weight thread in top. If you don't mind me asking Brian, what's the heaviest weight thread you can use in your machine? Thank you!!!
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18 hours ago, Ferg said:... being almost ninety years young.
Nice work.
Ferg
YOU are AMAZING!
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Dwight,
Welcome back to Leather and Welcome to the forum. Beautiful work you did there, thanks for showing us!
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Flatcapper,
Wow, what an ordeal. First, I'm glad you didn't get hurt worse. Smashed fingers are not good, you didn't break any bones in finger? Hope not.
Also, that was a lucky thing your machine didn't get more damage than it did. I was thinking same thing when reading your post, that JB weld might help in re-attaching that corner piece that broke off. I love JB Weld! I once repaired a leaking gas tank in my old Volkswagon Beetle with that stuff.
Good luck with your new baby! Pics please!
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On 5/17/2022 at 2:06 PM, MtlBiker said:I'm not selling my bags online.... I have a picture framing business and I display some of my bags there and I've been surprised that they sell. Sewing is a hobby for me (maybe even becoming a passion) and it's not my way to make a living. I do it for fun and to de-stress from my "real" business. But here's a photo of the most recent bag I've made...
MtlBiker, very nice work!!! Very worthy of a purchase, I'd buy one!!!
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Congrats Flatcapper!
The machine buying thing is a learning experience, isn't it? Good luck with your new machine! Post pics when you can, please!
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41 minutes ago, Wizcrafts said:The reverse lever on this machine gets pushed down, not up. It is totally separate from the stitch length adjuster.
Here is an adjusters' manual. It's the best I can find.
Yes, you are right Wiz. I haven't used my Consew for a bit, since I started using the Juki. Oops!
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Beautiful work, beautiful machine! Another machine saved. Fantastic!
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When you use the reverse lever, are you lifting it all the way up? If not, that might be the problem?
By the way, good looking machine you have there, and what a deal! Congrats!
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On 5/28/2022 at 4:12 PM, dikman said:Don't get yourself wound up over oils. The commonly used Lilly-White sewing machine oil is basically hydraulic oil, around ISO 32. I'm using ISO 68, which is probably a bit on the thick side but it was all the auto store had at the time. It works fine for my needs.
Good to know Dikman! (That Lily-White sewing oil is basically hydraulic oil ISO 32). I have two huge bottles of it at the moment, but 2 months ago, I had none! I was wondering what I would look for if I were to find it at an Auto Supply store. Now I know! Thanks!
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On 5/29/2022 at 9:32 PM, Sasquach said:I like my Class 26 but bought my Juki 1541 so I could have a flat table for smaller items and finer threads. I do leather things and found both machines do well. The 1541 did give me an issue when sewing over a step up ( another layer). I notice the walking foot did not step up much, so I watched youtube trying to find a solution. Came across a video for a Jukie 1508 and there was the answer, ther e is a plate on the back of the 1541 with a chrome screw, behind that plate is the adjustment for the step up.
Yep, that's right, there is an adjustment to help with the stepping up. Also, there is a special foot you can get with a longer toe, it's called a raised inside foot. Helps you get over the bumps/step-ups easier. This Seller on Ebay I find to be the best (my experience) for feet and other parts for my Juki 1541:
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Handstitched, Thanks for some great ideas and advice.
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That's a very nice running machine!
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1 minute ago, Sasquach said:Thanks for the intro. I am anxious to try the buckle presser foot out. Could have used it
Me too! Can't wait to see if it fits both your Cobra Class 26 and possibly your Juki 1541 as well? I just got my Juki 1541 not too long ago, it has seriously made my sewing life much easier! My next machine purchase will be a Cylinder Arm machine and the Cobra Class 26 will be one of the ones I'll consider. Really glad you are here!
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On 5/28/2022 at 10:33 AM, AdamDavis said:Hey guys, I went ahead and got myself a new sewing machine ( Cobra class 26) and realized I have absolutely no clue what I’m doing! I’ve been watching tutorials on the youtube but was hoping someone would be able to give me a lesson in person. I would be happy to compensate someone for there time. If not are there any other resources that you could recommend? Thanks.
Adam
Adam, Congrats on the new Cobra Class 26! That's pretty cool!
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On 5/13/2022 at 1:52 AM, Damas said:Works like a charm.
Damas, great to see you like that foot! I like that Mitsubishi sewing machine! Thanks for sharing your pics!
On 5/28/2022 at 5:34 PM, Sasquach said:Hey thanks for the posts on this buckle presser foot! I ordered one and will try it out on my Cobra Class 26. I think it will work as I have used my Class 26 center and outer feet on my Juki 1541.
Sasquatch, Can't wait to see what you think of the buckle pressser foot. Hey, welcome to the forum, fellow Washingtonian!
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3 hours ago, trash treasure said:Can you take out the needle plate and feed dog, and show us the needle / hook orientation, when the the hook comes around , and the needle has risen a couple mm? No need to have thread in it for that - Just so we can see the actual situation.
Just because a local shop worked on it it, doesn't mean they had any clue - I've bought machines that were supposedly, recently "serviced", and they were way out of whack. Just sayin' ........
Yep, same here. As Trash Treasure mentioned, have paid some big bucks to Repair People who didn't fix something, in fact made it worse.
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Okay, that give me an idea on time as I'm interested in doing this type of work eventually. Yes, it is very easy to lose track of time when you are enjoying the moments. Hours and days can fly by. I don't have that kind of time right now, but when I do!!!! Keep it up, love to see this kind of work.
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Since it does not look finished yet, I'll only comment on what I see so far - Beautiful work! Love your tooling work! Also, I have a question: How many hours do you think you have spent on this so far? I'm just curious and want to know what kind of tiime it takes to do that kind of work!
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Yay, Wiz to the Rescue! Thanks Wiz, you are better than me at explaining this stuff and oh, you Rock!!!
Good Luck Tequila on your hunt!
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20 hours ago, Tequila said:Thanks
Tequila, sorry my post was not so helpful. I went back to see what your response was and realized I really didn't give much info! My apologies! Here is a great place to find some more detail on walking feet (Singer 111 type) that I think your machine uses, right?
https://www.diamondneedle.com/documents/pages/Walking-Feet-for-Singer-Juki-BrotherConsewSeiko.pdf
I have purchased some things from Diamond Needle, mostly screws and misc. parts for both Juki and Consew walking foot machines. Also, some parts for my Ancient Pfaff 545, lol. Only a problem with one part, which they replaced at no charge to me for shipping it out again. Other than that, feet purchased on Ebay. I'm not an expert, still experimenting with feet I purchased. Since I do have a better understanding now of what feet I personally need for my own projects (mostly Auto Upholstery now) I could try to answer a question or two if I know what your questions are. Hope your new machine is running well and that you are enjoying it!
Adding: Most of the feet sets I purchased (Inside and Outside foot combos) cost me between $10-$20 per set. For my upholstery work, the feet I have found the most useful so far are:
I have (4 sets of Zipper Feet)...Right Zipper foot, Left Zipper Foot (I have knurled ones and smooth ones), Right 1/8 Edge Guide Foot with smooth bottom, Left 1/8 Edge Guide Foot with smooth bottom, 3/16 Welting/Piping Foot, smooth bottom. With these feet, I can do the most work. I use the zipper feet for general stitching too, not just for zippers. I bought other feet too, but not mentioning them because I really am not using them much right now. I have only listed the ones I use daily.
Hope that helps!
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Stewart,
Thanks for sharing your situation with us. Hospice is the best, I'm glad Lois is in their care. I just wanted you to know that seeing your handiwork here has been a blessing. May blessings be returned to you and Lois in abundance! Keep creating beautiful things when you can, I'm sure it's a comfort for you and good to keep your hands and your mind busy. Hang in there Friend!