I can't sew at all. I have a lovely "filled" blanket that has several fabric rips. Does this product work for such rips?
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Yes it works, although I needed to iron longer than the suggested time to create a good bond. First time, it loosened up in the wash. Second time I ironed it longer and it worked great!
1020092
I don't think so. It would be too hard to handle if the piece is very big. The sticky also becomes hard to peel if left on the fabric too long.How big is your piece? A very light tearaway would be your best bet. I use the sulky iron on too. It's very nice and doesn't get too sticky.
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I just received mine, and though that's not what I bought this set for, I tested with the iron and it definitely took it off my ironing board fabric. It is true, though, that the manufacturer doesn't suggest using them for fabric. I do all the time but it isn't intended for that so there are some fabrics that it won't come off of.
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If you could re-sew the seem you created I'm sure you could but it's definitely not designed for that. The fabric is thick but it's a fairly large weave and would fray if cut (and not re-sewn).
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My experience is no, this will not work on thicker fabric. Tried it multiple times on 3 layers of thin cotton fabric. The snaps did not hold. This first time the snaps were used in each case, they failed to work.
1903589
Yes,I have used it to sew a quilt top together because it stitches a seam and overlocks at the same time. It is especially good for knit fabric. :-)
208864
No experience with tearing because I haven't had that problem. However, I am a seamstress, and I'm wondering if there isn't a type of fabric glue that would seal the edges and prevent further fraying. Check with a craft store such as Joann Fabrics or Michaels. Perhaps there are vinyl patches you could apply also.
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My daughter got hers yesterday and was do excited... the first couple pre-cut patterns she did just fine, but when she tried to make her own with the included rectangular fabrics it jammed up a lot... it took a lot of patience to get a finished product... im thinking this is one gift that will find its way to the back of the closet quickly
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I just wanted it to sew seams. It would not hold a seam. I had to hand stitch the whole project. Defective? Maybe.. But it came with a needle treader and instructions on how to end the seam. Not user friendly, I would not recommend it for anything even bags.
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I have not tried it on any upholstery yet. But I did try it on a very thin fabric, and I pressed down a little too hard and it ripped a tiny hole. Certain fabrics you do have to be very careful with the amount of pressure you use.
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You may be able to get an upholstery needle and heavy duty thread like buttonhole thread and sew it back together if it hasn't gotten to far. If not that, try a tailor shop or alteration shop to see if they will mend it for you.
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I have did not had a lot of success with it. I use heavier fabrics such as burlap, canvas & terry cloth. Have not used on lighter fabrics so not real sure of results on that type of fabric. I resorted to slowing down & keeping my scissors sharp!
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It won't stick to fabrics well enough to use. But if you have a needle and thread, there is no reason you couldn't put a few stitches on each side!
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No , it jams in some fabric . Buy fabric shears instead . I tried it on different fabrics and on Jacquard and knits it pulls them to bits . It likes smooth plastics and does well on naughahyde . If you make cardboard dresses , it would be perfect .
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Happy to! Helps tremendously to sew a straight, even seam. Just set it on the needle plate to the right of the needle (the needle plate is the metal piece that the needle goes up and down through the hole and the feed dogs come up under it) place it as far from the needle as you want your line of stitching and it guides the fabric through perfectly as you sew. I absolutely love this thing!! Here's a link to visual dictionary with parts o' sewing machine: http://visual.merriam-webster.com/arts-architecture/crafts/sewing/sewing-machine_1.php Here's a video: this product comes up about 40 sec part: http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=KtKL6mwSRQI
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I am not sure, Jose. I bought this to fill small holes in a pair of flats. Honestly, it didn't work nearly as well as I thought, but I think this product might be better suited to fixing a rip, as opposed to filling a hole. I'd say try it (at 5.10, you can't really go wrong), but if it doesn't work, then Liquid Leather might be your best bet instead: http://www.amazon.com/Liquid-Leather-Pro-Vinyl-Repair/dp/B000PSMVTA/ref=sr_1_1?ie=UTF8&qid=1425440437&sr=8-1&keywords=liquid+leather
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Yes! I iron a slightly larger area than I need to the fabric I will be adhering, then cut the shape I want. Then you remove the paper backing and iron the cut fabric on to the backing fabric. Stitch around the edges and voila! I have heard of many people using this product with a Cricut machine, and it does dull those blades. I am not familiar with die-cutting machines.