Is Singer 1507 good for denim? Which needle should I use to accommodate thicker fabric?
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You need to use the right needle for the fabric. There is a chart in the manual. Purchase a jeans needle. It does not have to be the Singer brand. This machine has two levels for the presser foot height. Just lift the presser foot as high as it will go, then lower to test this function. Invest in a "hump-jumper" or "jean-a-ma-jig", These are sold with sewing notions and help level the presser foot when approaching a thick area such as the flat-felled seams on the inside seam of the jeans.
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Yes it has pleanty of power for jeans .You will need some heavy needles though .
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The larger the needle the better for materials. Often something called a Jean/denim needle might be what you are looking for. But you didn't say what kind of heavy material. Yes it makes a difference. Heavy Pack Cloth nylon but with waterproof backing might infuence. Some nylons do better with a ball point head others need a sharper point. Many microfiber fabrics do best with a sharp point not ball because it can dull the needle quickly. So having mentioned that the 110/18 is the largest among this grouping offered. And the next down would be 100/16. I use the 90/14 pretty much standard across the board for the type of heavy duty sewing I often do. I sew with lots of tapestry fabrics which can be very heavy some with extra backing I would go up one or two sizes. Denim does ok with ballpoints usually if all cotton. Some polyester blends do better with a sharp. Do not use sharps on knits I've had them cut some knits so bad it is like you cut right along with scissors through the fabric as you sewed leaving you with two pieces not a seam. Anyway the rule of thumb is larger for heavy fabric. I actually like a 20 and even larger but these can be hard to find. Hope it helps and good luck with your projects.
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There are probably better options for denim, especially if you want a quick fix while wearing them. I would use either a tape adhesive type roller, or the pledge fabric sweeper. Its a little more pricy but lasts a long time, even the older model. The blade works best for pulling hair out of fabrics with a nap like suede or fleece that normally cling onto and attract hair. If you do use it on and fabrics, make sure they are as flat as possible and taut. I have the blade and use it daily to clean up the pet hair from my bedspread left from the long haired cat and Boston Terrier. I don't know what I did without it. There are probably better options for denim, especially if you want a quick fix while wearing them. I would use either a tape adhesive type roller, or the pledge fabric sweeper. Its a little more pricy but lasts a long time, even the older model. The blade works best for pulling hair out of fabrics with a nap like suede or fleece that normally cling onto and attract hair. If you do use it on and fabrics, make sure they are as flat as possible and taut. I have the blade and use it daily to clean up the pet hair from my bedspread left from the long haired cat and Boston Terrier. I don't know... » Read More There are probably better options for denim, especially if you want a quick fix while wearing them. I would use either a tape adhesive type roller, or the pledge fabric sweeper. Its a little more pricy but lasts a long time, even the older model. The blade works best for pulling hair out of fabrics with a nap like suede or fleece that normally cling onto and attract hair. If you do use it on and fabrics, make sure they are as flat as possible and taut. I have the blade and use it daily to clean up the pet hair from my bedspread left from the long haired cat and Boston Terrier. I don't know what I did without it. « Show Less
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Yes, this would hem pants just fine. Remember you would not be able to go through a huge number of layers of denim so if you have very heavy denim and thick seams, there could be an issue. But not for dress pants or normal jeans. If you change needles to suit the fabric, you will have better results. For example, there are denim needles (heavier gauge to punch through the thick fabric) and ball-point needles to sew effectively through knits. If you can run a test of your hemming stitch through similar fabric first, you will get a good result by adjusting tension to get a decent stitch. If the pants are very good ones, use a fresh needle and very good quality thread. (I like Guterman or Mettler.)
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Hi. It depends on the fabric you are using not the sewing machine. Maybe this can help you. http://www.singerco.com/sewing-resources/machine-needles http://www.sewitworks.com/needle-guide/fabric-needle-thread/
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It is a full fledged sewing machine... Just not the most hearty one I've seen. I wouldn't go sewing denim.
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I have not had a problem using my machine for that type of fabric. I did small projects though. I would say so long as you are using the right thread, needle and tension you should be ok.
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NO - I had difficulty with this machine sewing sewing on anything i wouldn't reccomend it at all. my Janome hd3000 does very well on heavier fabrics (up to a point) you really need for the very heaviest an industrial mach. i have a very good Singer industrial.
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I've sewn through 4 layers of denim using the appropriate needle for heavy fabrics. The machine can handle up to 15/64" thickness of material. For stretch fabrics, there is a particular needle and stitch patterns for stretch and elastic sewing.
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Hi, I bought them to try. Since I use Singer and Schmetz needles as well in my Janome, I would think they are standard
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Hi, Does your new machine have a metal throat plate? ( that is the plate that goes under the sewing foot which the needle passes through as it goes down and catches the bobbin thread) If you have the metal plate the Dritz Magnetic Seam Guide should work with not problem. The great thing about the magnetic guide for me is when I sew a hem in place or have a seam that is deeper than one inch I measure out from the needle to the depth of the seam or hem and attach the guide to the metal throat plate and as I sew the edge of the fabric is sliding through against the guide and I have a perfect seam. Good luck with your new sewing "toy" and have fun sewing ! I hope this answered your question. Happy Sewing Ells3
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Not for quilting. Difficult to use, and often have trouble with it. For plain sewing, I'd suggest something like The Denim Star sold at Walmart.
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yes I do! but you have to make sure you use a denim needle and it should be a new needle---replaced everytime you have a denim job to do. a big part of the reason I bought it was to hem my jeans.... hope this helps!!
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Hi Frank, The Bother xr1355 sewing machine is a bit larger than the singer universal carrying case. There is a Brother 530 Universal carrying case on Amazon for $20.00 that will be a great fit for your machine. good luck.
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No, this would be a great fabric to use. My regular old Brother sewing machine had no problems sewing this material
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Make sure your embroidery foot is properly on and screwed onto the machine, if not properly placed on it will break/bend needles. Also there are certain size needles for types of fabric, cotton types use needle size 80/90, for heavier like fleece, layers or quilted items use 100 size. Hope this helps. Also check to make sure your bobbin is not affected, the needle going down can nest in the bobbin and make a big mess in that area.