[NFB-Krafters-Korner] Sewing patterns - basic supplies

Sun Jul 18 13:54:41 UTC 2021

I know very little, but they may be short of help. I know that the person in charge recently retired. Further, they were probably closed for a few days after convention. They were trying to take orders during convention and may have been overwhelmed. 

RamonaOn Jul 17, 2021 8:53 PM, Ericka via NFB-Krafters-Korner <nfb-krafters-korner at nfbnet.org> wrote:
>
> Speaking of the independence market, does anybody know what’s going on there? Every time my husband or I have called wanting to order some thing nobody answered the phone. And you can’t order things online either. What’s up? Very very annoying!
>
> Ericka Nelson
>
> > On Jul 17, 2021, at 10:17 AM, Terry Powers via NFB-Krafters-Korner <nfb-krafters-korner at nfbnet.org> wrote:
> > 
> > I got both of mine, from the NFB store, but they do not sell them, any more,
> > how sad!
> > I love mine, too!
> > I also have a braille, metal folding ruler, that I keep in my notions case.
> > Sure handier than a regular ruler!
> > I have had it for many years and sure would like it to be sold, again.  It
> > is very handy for measuring small items!
> > 
> > Terry
> > 
> > 
> > -----Original Message-----
> > From: NFB-Krafters-Korner <nfb-krafters-korner-bounces at nfbnet.org> On Behalf
> > Of Tracy Carcione via NFB-Krafters-Korner
> > Sent: Saturday, July 17, 2021 9:48 AM
> > To: 'List for blind crafters and artists' <nfb-krafters-korner at nfbnet.org>
> > Cc: Tracy Carcione <carcione at access.net>
> > Subject: Re: [NFB-Krafters-Korner] Sewing patterns - basic supplies
> > 
> > Hi Christina.
> > Welcome to the list!  No need to be shy.
> > My mom always cut out patterns with pinking shears, and she gave me a good
> > pair some time.  Pinking shears make little ripples in the edge, which, as I
> > vaguely recall, helps the edge not to unravel.
> > I have a tactile tape measure.  I think I got it from Independent Living,
> > ILA, but I think it's pretty common.  It might be available from the NFB
> > Independence Market.  It's 5 feet long and has a big rivet every inch, and
> > smaller rivets at every half-inch.  It's not totally precise, but it's easy
> > to use and measures well enough for my needs.
> > You also need needle threaders.  I forget where I bought mine.  Mine are
> > pretty cheap, and tend to break after a while.  People here have recommended
> > a sturdier kind that works well for threading a sewing machine, so maybe
> > someone will chirp up again, and this time I'll write it down properly.
> > Tracy
> > 
> > 
> > -----Original Message-----
> > From: NFB-Krafters-Korner [mailto:nfb-krafters-korner-bounces at nfbnet.org] On
> > Behalf Of Christina V. via NFB-Krafters-Korner
> > Sent: Friday, July 16, 2021 2:49 PM
> > To: List for blind crafters and artists
> > Cc: Christina V.
> > Subject: Re: [NFB-Krafters-Korner] Sewing patterns
> > 
> > Well, since I've seen this, I'll attempt to get over my nerves, and say
> > hello!
> > 
> > I'm new here, not yet a member of anything, but was recommended to look up
> > the group and page by someone on Facebook. The list seems more like a space
> > for announcements than a discussion group, so I've been hesitant to post.
> > But I'm not going to learn anything, that way, am I?
> > *grin*
> > 
> > Have been enjoying the talk of woodworking, and it's encouraging to hear
> > what's possible!
> > 
> > But I'm here because I would really like to learn how to sew. I'm totally
> > blind, so there's the obstacle of not being able to get much from Youtube
> > videos, and pages with mostly pics for description! I've done a lot of
> > reading online, and I know the names of the parts of the machine, but not
> > physically how to locate them on the machine, so can't figure out threading,
> > etc. I have no sighted assistance with this, at the moment, and I'm a bit
> > discouraged about it all.
> > 
> > I thought I'd start with sewing by hand, and can devote more effort toward
> > that when time and 4-year-old twins permit, but some guidance on that would
> > still be helpful, too; I'm unsure how to create various stitch types I've
> > read about, as they too never seem to be described in words.
> > 
> > I'd appreciate tips on any useful tools for measuring and cutting fabric.
> > 
> > Just being able to make some basic skirts for myself and my daughter would
> > be wonderful!
> > 
> > Thanks for any help! I'm open to contact off list, email or by phone, btw.
> > If anyone happens to be nearby as well, I'm in Austin TX, and it would be
> > lovely to meet some new friends.
> > 
> > Christina
> > bluebonnet1988 at gmail.com
> > 
> > 
> >> On 7/16/21, Tracy Carcione via NFB-Krafters-Korner
> >> <nfb-krafters-korner at nfbnet.org> wrote:
> >> Thanks Yolanda.  That's a great idea.
> >> Tracy
> >> 
> >> 
> >> -----Original Message-----
> >> From: NFB-Krafters-Korner 
> >> [mailto:nfb-krafters-korner-bounces at nfbnet.org]
> >> On
> >> Behalf Of Yolanda Thompson via NFB-Krafters-Korner
> >> Sent: Thursday, July 15, 2021 6:03 PM
> >> To: List for blind crafters and artists
> >> Cc: Yolanda Thompson
> >> Subject: Re: [NFB-Krafters-Korner] Sewing patterns
> >> 
> >> Hi,
> >> I sew like this all the time; however, use freezer paper to layover 
> >> your item and cut your pattern from there.
> >> 
> >>> On 7/15/21, Tracy Carcione via NFB-Krafters-Korner 
> >>> <nfb-krafters-korner at nfbnet.org> wrote:
> >>> I don't have anyone to cut out patterns for me, unless I get my 
> >>> sister to cut one out and mail it to me.
> >>> 
> >>> I'm wondering, could I get some fabric, lay it over something I like, 
> >>> cut it out, leaving a seam allowance, and sew it together.  Would 
> >>> that work?
> >>> 
> >>> I'd pick out something without darts, pleats, or such, at least to start.
> >>> 
> >>> Tracy
> >>> 
> >>> 
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