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From: abcameo
Date: 07-09-2006, 03:15 PM (1 of 9)
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I seem to recall reading that I can (mechanically) create a new thread spool from a larger spool. I've got 6,000 yd & 3,000 yd spools of black, but I want to use at least a 3 or 4 thread serger stitch. I tried putting 2 different spool sizes on my sewing machine and winding them like a bobbin, but they won't turn. Can anyone advise on how to reel off to another thread spool--but something larger than bobbin size? Many thanks, Amy |
User: abcameo
Member since: 11-02-2004 Total posts: 131 |
From: Kylnne2
Date: 07-09-2006, 06:25 PM (2 of 9)
| I might not be understanding what you wish to do..but..can you use an extra spool stand behind your serger to put these spooled yards of thread on then run the thread through your serger as usual. I have an extra spool stand for such needs. I don't use it often but I do use it from time to time. |
User: Kylnne2
Member since: 07-10-2004 Total posts: 629 |
From: plrlegal
Date: 07-09-2006, 07:07 PM (3 of 9)
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Amy I know what you're wanting to do. I do it all the time for my serger but I have a hand little gadget that I ordered from Nancy's Notions that is called an E-Z bobbin winder. It is an adapter that fits into the empty spool and also onto your bobbin winder. I think it cost me like $12.99. It comes with the adapter and 4 empty spools and I ordered 4 extra spools but now I use the emply plastic spools that regular machine thread comes on. The only ones that will work for me are the Coats & Clark spools, The Gutterman and Sulky spools are too small in the center and the adapter won't fit into them. The web address for nancy's notions is www.nancysnotions.com Patsy Patsy
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User: plrlegal
Member since: 05-19-2001 Total posts: 318 |
From: Kylnne2
Date: 07-09-2006, 09:39 PM (4 of 9)
| Maybe I am misunderstanding this..you want to use the thread on your serger right? You do not want to use cones???? I was thinking you wanted all the thread on a cone for serging. |
User: Kylnne2
Member since: 07-10-2004 Total posts: 629 |
From: Mom of Six
Date: 07-09-2006, 09:51 PM (5 of 9)
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I think she only has 2 spools & wants 3 or 4.
Barb
Happiness is having time to sew!! |
User: Mom of Six
Member since: 11-03-2001 Total posts: 1115 
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From: abcameo
Date: 07-10-2006, 11:21 AM (6 of 9)
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What I want to do is take thread off the big spools and wind it onto other empty spools so that I have additional spools to use with my serger. My back injury got reaggravated and is hurting so much I can't go out to buy more thread so I'm trying to use what I've got. I tried to innocently stretch the other day and ended up causing a severe spasm that's left me barely able to stand up straight, sit or move for 3 days now.  Thanks for the tip re Nancy's notions. It doesn't matter if I have to wait for delivery since I can't sit and sew now anyway due to pain... Amy |
User: abcameo
Member since: 11-02-2004 Total posts: 131 |
From: abcameo
Date: 07-10-2006, 11:33 AM (7 of 9)
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I just checked Nancy's and found this: Bob īn Serge Make economical use of serger thread Instead of buying multiple spools in one color thread, buy just one and wind it onto standard size bobbins. Load into the Bob īn Serge and thread serger as usual. The plastic box holds up to five bobbins wound with serger or decorative threads. Use for thread blending, or split a large spool of serger thread and wind enough bobbins for a serger project. One set of filled bobbins will serge an adult T-shirt. Hole adjusts to fit various thread spindles for 3, 4, or 5 thread sergers. White. (Sugg. Retail $12.98) $12.98 The thing is, they're using regular sewing bobbins, I can just wind off thread onto bobbins from my sewing machine now without buying anything. I was hoping to find a way to wind the thread onto regular or large-size spools... I also saw this gadget which looks good. Some of you might be interested if you have a hard time seeing (or sensing) where to install needles. The back needles on my machine are difficult for me to get in the holes: https://www.nancysnotions.com/NNVia/viaImagePageTacony.jsp?row=4&pgName=viaListProducts.jsp&searchText=TNI2&modifer=TNI2&reqTitle=TITLE_VIAUSERDOCLIST&stackTitle=Serger%20Notions&newWindow=Y Two-Needle InstallerŪ No more fighting with new machine needles. Quickly install or remove one or two serger needles. Hold the needle(s) in place with this strong, comfortable guide while your other hand tightens screws! Two holes accommodate all types of needles. (Sugg. Retail $7.28) $7.28 Amy |
User: abcameo
Member since: 11-02-2004 Total posts: 131 |
From: plrlegal
Date: 07-10-2006, 04:33 PM (8 of 9)
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I'm almost positive that I got my E-Z Winder from Nancy's Notions. Oh well, that's what happens when you get old -- the mind, then the eyes. Here's a link for Web of Thread. I've never ordered from them but here's the link. http://www.webofthread.com/notions.htm Patsy Patsy
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User: plrlegal
Member since: 05-19-2001 Total posts: 318 |
From: Kylnne2
Date: 07-13-2006, 03:01 AM (9 of 9)
| That 2 needle installer from Nancy's Notions looks like a better one than the one that came with my Pfaff serger. I really didn't care for mine it was small and my hands are not that good with small items. I now have an Elna serger where the needle bar tilts up and it is easy to change the 5 needles. For my other brand serger I use a pair of kelly clamps from my nursing days that lock on to the needles. I see that now they sell these hemostats at Hancocks. I recently just bought a pair of reverse tweezers at Joann's. These tweezers are in the closed position instead of open. Much the same idea as the Hemostats. |
User: Kylnne2
Member since: 07-10-2004 Total posts: 629 |
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