Sewing project advice is needed.

*College Student* · 02-01-2012, 10:23 PM

So I recently learned how to properly use a sewing machine. So, i'm thinking a decently easy project that i could make would be one of those soft cushy laptop case things, any advise or ideas on what i should use for material and softening material?

this sorta thing

**Rick** · 02-01-2012, 10:52 PM

I'm sending a link to this thread to Zukman, or actually Mrs Zukman (Sue). She does a lot of sewing.

**BrooklynBay** · 02-01-2012, 10:57 PM

Your thread was renamed & moved into the Explorer lady's section. It should get more attention in this section than in the electronics section. Soft foam material is fragile, so I would suggest a durable edging around the sides. It's not really necessary but it will extend the life of the bag. You could use a second color for the edging to add to the style of the bag. Is the zipper on the top or around the entire bag?

*College Student* · 02-01-2012, 11:06 PM

Just on top, and are you saying to put a piping (like automotive seats) on the exterior? And thank you I didn't really know where to place the thread at.

**BrooklynBay** · 02-02-2012, 12:16 AM

The edging would go around the outer perimeter. This is the plan:

1. Sew the material around three sides (exclude the top where the zipper attaches).
2. Turn it inside out then use a roll of edging material to connect on the top of those three sides.
3. Turn it inside out again, and sew the zipper.
4. Turn it inside out again which is the correct position since it's now finished.

It's might be hard to get, but they make an edging attachment foot. It's not really necessary but it makes the job easier.

*College Student* · 02-02-2012, 12:18 AM

any ideas on what material would be soft yet not scratchy, and what for the inner padding

**BrooklynBay** · 02-02-2012, 12:22 AM

Check a local fabric store. By the way, what kind of sewing machine do you use? Don't set the stitch length too close, and leave the pressure foot set at medium. A medium needle would be fine too. A very thin needle might break while a thick needle is only used for thick, dense material such as heavy wool which is used for a coat.

*College Student* · 02-02-2012, 12:27 AM

well i was using a white i think, my dad has a large one at work that they just paid to have repaired and it still doesn't work but i'll most likely be using my mom's, not sure one bit what make or model it is

**BrooklynBay** · 02-02-2012, 12:29 AM

Is it a residential or commercial machine?

*College Student* · 02-02-2012, 12:50 AM

The two I will have worked with are residential but the still broken one is commercial

02-01-2012, 10:23 PM	#1
College Student Elite Explorer Indinapolis, IN '03 EB Join Date: Sep 2010 Posts: 1,189 Vehicle Specs (Original Poster)	Sewing project advice is needed. So I recently learned how to properly use a sewing machine. So, i'm thinking a decently easy project that i could make would be one of those soft cushy laptop case things, any advise or ideas on what i should use for material and softening material? this sorta thing __________________ Mods: 265/70/17 ; Tow Hooks; Telescoping Steering Wheel; Kenwood DDX616; Class III/IV Hitch

02-01-2012, 10:52 PM	#2
Rick Admin Pumpkin Pilot Wayoutin, Aridzona '93 XL Join Date: Feb 1999 Posts: 27,251 Vehicle Specs	I'm sending a link to this thread to Zukman, or actually Mrs Zukman (Sue). She does a lot of sewing. __________________ Rick Horwitz, AB7FH "Serious Exploration's" Admin Rick's '93/'98 Explorer "The Great Pumpkin" Dodge Dart 512 Resto/Race 10.29 @ 129 2004 Mustang Mach 1 2003 Dodge Ram/Cummins Dually

02-01-2012, 10:57 PM	#3
BrooklynBay Aerostar Forum Moderator Brooklyn, NY 88 89 93 95 96 Aerostars Join Date: Nov 2005 Posts: 45,689 Vehicle Specs	Your thread was renamed & moved into the Explorer lady's section. It should get more attention in this section than in the electronics section. Soft foam material is fragile, so I would suggest a durable edging around the sides. It's not really necessary but it will extend the life of the bag. You could use a second color for the edging to add to the style of the bag. Is the zipper on the top or around the entire bag? __________________ My list of useful threads. My photo gallery. My product reviews. My list of items for sale. Aerostar owners thread. Aerostar parts work in Explorers, Rangers, and Bronco II thread. History of the Aerostar thread. Aerostar Forum. New Members Forum. Ford/Lincoln/Mercury Forum.

02-01-2012, 11:06 PM	#4
College Student Elite Explorer Indinapolis, IN '03 EB Join Date: Sep 2010 Posts: 1,189 Vehicle Specs (Original Poster)	Just on top, and are you saying to put a piping (like automotive seats) on the exterior? And thank you I didn't really know where to place the thread at. __________________ Mods: 265/70/17 ; Tow Hooks; Telescoping Steering Wheel; Kenwood DDX616; Class III/IV Hitch

02-02-2012, 12:16 AM	#5
BrooklynBay Aerostar Forum Moderator Brooklyn, NY 88 89 93 95 96 Aerostars Join Date: Nov 2005 Posts: 45,689 Vehicle Specs	The edging would go around the outer perimeter. This is the plan: 1. Sew the material around three sides (exclude the top where the zipper attaches). 2. Turn it inside out then use a roll of edging material to connect on the top of those three sides. 3. Turn it inside out again, and sew the zipper. 4. Turn it inside out again which is the correct position since it's now finished. It's might be hard to get, but they make an edging attachment foot. It's not really necessary but it makes the job easier. __________________ My list of useful threads. My photo gallery. My product reviews. My list of items for sale. Aerostar owners thread. Aerostar parts work in Explorers, Rangers, and Bronco II thread. History of the Aerostar thread. Aerostar Forum. New Members Forum. Ford/Lincoln/Mercury Forum.

02-02-2012, 12:18 AM	#6
College Student Elite Explorer Indinapolis, IN '03 EB Join Date: Sep 2010 Posts: 1,189 Vehicle Specs (Original Poster)	any ideas on what material would be soft yet not scratchy, and what for the inner padding __________________ Mods: 265/70/17 ; Tow Hooks; Telescoping Steering Wheel; Kenwood DDX616; Class III/IV Hitch

02-02-2012, 12:22 AM	#7
BrooklynBay Aerostar Forum Moderator Brooklyn, NY 88 89 93 95 96 Aerostars Join Date: Nov 2005 Posts: 45,689 Vehicle Specs	Check a local fabric store. By the way, what kind of sewing machine do you use? Don't set the stitch length too close, and leave the pressure foot set at medium. A medium needle would be fine too. A very thin needle might break while a thick needle is only used for thick, dense material such as heavy wool which is used for a coat. __________________ My list of useful threads. My photo gallery. My product reviews. My list of items for sale. Aerostar owners thread. Aerostar parts work in Explorers, Rangers, and Bronco II thread. History of the Aerostar thread. Aerostar Forum. New Members Forum. Ford/Lincoln/Mercury Forum.

02-02-2012, 12:27 AM	#8
College Student Elite Explorer Indinapolis, IN '03 EB Join Date: Sep 2010 Posts: 1,189 Vehicle Specs (Original Poster)	well i was using a white i think, my dad has a large one at work that they just paid to have repaired and it still doesn't work but i'll most likely be using my mom's, not sure one bit what make or model it is __________________ Mods: 265/70/17 ; Tow Hooks; Telescoping Steering Wheel; Kenwood DDX616; Class III/IV Hitch

02-02-2012, 12:29 AM	#9
BrooklynBay Aerostar Forum Moderator Brooklyn, NY 88 89 93 95 96 Aerostars Join Date: Nov 2005 Posts: 45,689 Vehicle Specs	Is it a residential or commercial machine? __________________ My list of useful threads. My photo gallery. My product reviews. My list of items for sale. Aerostar owners thread. Aerostar parts work in Explorers, Rangers, and Bronco II thread. History of the Aerostar thread. Aerostar Forum. New Members Forum. Ford/Lincoln/Mercury Forum.

02-02-2012, 12:50 AM	#10
College Student Elite Explorer Indinapolis, IN '03 EB Join Date: Sep 2010 Posts: 1,189 Vehicle Specs (Original Poster)	The two I will have worked with are residential but the still broken one is commercial __________________ Mods: 265/70/17 ; Tow Hooks; Telescoping Steering Wheel; Kenwood DDX616; Class III/IV Hitch

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