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Sewing machines back in fashion?

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Bruce Fletcher (remove dentures to reply)

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Oct 1, 2009, 7:09:34 PM10/1/09
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mirjam

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Oct 4, 2009, 10:40:09 AM10/4/09
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On Oct 2, 1:09 am, "Bruce Fletcher (remove dentures to reply)"

I had no idea they were out of fashion , so many people i know used
them at least for repairs if not for sewing /embroidering etc...
But reccessions usually see a returning of many who left the
craft ...
mirjam

Kalmia

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Nov 5, 2009, 12:17:06 PM11/5/09
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On Oct 1, 6:09 pm, "Bruce Fletcher (remove dentures to reply)"

The last time I was in a Joann Fabrics, the line for the cutting table
was longer than I've ever seen. I think a lot are back to making
their clothes, or at least for kids.

Belinda Alene

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Nov 5, 2009, 7:49:04 PM11/5/09
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Money is tight for a lot of folks. They may be making clothing for the family,
just making holiday outfits, or they might be making gifts. I was in line for
fabric to be cut behind some people that thought zig-zagging the edge of plush
would make good blankets for Christmas gifts. I did not have the heart to tell
them how much the plush will stretch if you are not very careful. I stretch the
plush on dress hem lines to have the lettuce leaf finish. Yes, the plush makes
nice warm dresses or overdresses. Great for people who chill easily.

Spikedriver

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Nov 5, 2009, 9:14:00 PM11/5/09
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I wish they would have done that before Gail & I closed or Singer-Elna
store.

Dennis

mirjam

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Nov 6, 2009, 12:57:12 AM11/6/09
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I see here More and more Sewing shopd opening , i don`t know how it is
in your side of the ocean , Israeli people aren`t always sewing as
much as people in other countries , but one sees more people repairing
and trying to use what they have.
mirjam

Spikedriver

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Nov 6, 2009, 1:01:27 PM11/6/09
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It is great to see people trying to recycle clothing Mirjam.

Having a Mom & Pop sewing machine shop at one time, it is pleasing to hear.

Dennis

mirjam

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Nov 16, 2009, 11:50:56 PM11/16/09
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> It is great to see people trying to recycle clothing Mirjam.
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> Having a Mom & Pop sewing machine shop at one time, it is pleasing to hear.
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Well Dennis as you know i am a recyclist in my nature ,,,
:>:>:>:>
mirjam

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