Comments on: Create Texture With Bobbinwork

By: D

Thu, 18 Mar 2010 08:25:23 +0000

Hi, I am very very new to the whole handbag making affair but been enjoying what I have read and seen so far…What kind of sewing machines do u use? regular machines for dressing making or industrial machines? or special machines for handbags? Thanks very much.

By: chicagoquilts

chicagoquilts — Fri, 30 Oct 2009 15:26:11 +0000

I am sure I will read this again. I have been fascinated with trying bobbin work. I am still gun shy. I bread thread for no reason. So I really dont want to make it worse. I think I will practice with regular thread. I am looking forward to using metallic. Opinion is that it is easier in the bobbin. But I dont want to adjust my bobbin or buy an extra. I plan on trying to bypass the tension. Wish me luck.

By: inava

inava — Wed, 28 Oct 2009 18:58:37 +0000

For Dima,

Please explain about the embroidery floss.
How many strands do you wind the bobbin with?

By: Elaine Howard

Elaine Howard — Tue, 27 Oct 2009 03:53:43 +0000

Hello Joan,
I have never heard of bobbin work before, is there more information on it? I have a Janome Memorycraft 3500, would I be able to it on that? I love the way it enhances the material, usually you can’t do that successfully can you.
Thank you, Elaine Howard

By: dima

dima — Mon, 26 Oct 2009 16:51:05 +0000

I’ve tried this using 6 strand embroidery floss. I practiced by making potholders and hot plate “cozies” – it’s a great way to try out the process and use up some old floss at the same time!

By: Wendy Johnson

Wendy Johnson — Mon, 26 Oct 2009 15:05:59 +0000

I’m anxious to try bobbin work. I already have the supplies but haven’t taken the plunge. It looks amazing!

By: Penny

Penny — Mon, 26 Oct 2009 13:16:45 +0000

Love the bag. Have always been temped to try bobbin work mmmm. I love the Handy Tabs as well. Thanks so much for sharing with us!

Penny D in Chesapeake