- Sun Aug 22, 2021 8:34 pm
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People with no experience in sewing often believe that the same machine can handle any kind of fabric. However, this is a misconception.
Let’s give a simple analogy: the hair salon doesn’t cut hair with manicure scissors, it is pointless and ineffective. It’s about the same in the sewing business. For thicker and dense materials (denim, upholstery fabrics, etc.) there are special devices developed. Criteria for selection:
Motor power. If you consider computer models, the parameter should be at least 45 W, for electromechanical models the value is higher – 75 W.
The presence of the upper and lower conveyor belt. The latter should be mentioned separately. It should have a maximum number of teeth. Why do you need them? It is with their help that the fabric moves forward, does not stop under the foot. If there are not enough teeth (for example, no front teeth) the material will remain in one place, and the needle will punch the same hole.
Weight and material. When working with thick fabrics, the lightweight tool will start to vibrate too much, bounce. Simple sewing machines for beginners won’t work here. The minimum weight for such a machine is 10 pounds or more. It is desirable to choose a machine made from a metal alloy or full metal construction.
Walking foot. This accessory will help you sew dense fabrics in several layers, so make sure that it is included.
If you are going to work with drapes, tarpaulins, and other similar materials, do not buy a budget home appliance.
Such models can’t cope with dense fabric, although the manufacturers say that the technique can sew a few layers. There is a share of truth here: it is really possible to pierce, but it is unlikely to sew. At attempts to work on an inappropriate model you will get the maximum shuttle displacement or needle plate breakage, but not a good result.