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Slight documentation of new John Lewis (purple!) sewing machine
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=Sewing Machines= | |||
==Toyota 2260== | |||
We <s>have</s> had an electric pedal operated Toyota 2260. It appears to not be operational anymore? Last update on it was someone tried to fix it with parts from another machine but it's entirely non-working now. | |||
==John Lewis Tiny Purple Machine== | |||
'''THIS IS FOR LIGHTWEIGHT FABRICS ONLY. Absolutely NO denim (like jeans fabric) or heavy materials like that.''' As in the instructions: If needle does not go through fabric, do not force it. | |||
[[File:PurpleSmachine1.JPG|500px]] | |||
===Instruction Manual=== | |||
These thumbnail pictures should help you start using the machine. It's mostly straight forward if you have the instructions in front of you. PLEASE remember to put the instruction manual back in the box so the next person can read it and learn how to wind a bobbin and thread the machine correctly. With the instructions it's easy-peasy to use. | |||
[[File:Smachineinstructions1.JPG|300px|thumb|Purple Machine: How to use Presser Foot & Wind Bobbin pt 1]] | |||
[[File:Smachineinstructions2.JPG|300px|thumb|Purple Machine: Loading the bobbin]] | |||
[[File:Smachineinstructions3.JPG|300px|thumb|Purple Machine: Threading the Machine]] | |||
[[File:Smachineinstructions4.JPG|300px|thumb|Purple Machine: Changing Needle and Thread Tension]] | |||
===Location of Extra Bobbins=== | |||
They're in the box of random thread & haberdashery bits in the drawer directly underneath the cabinet sewing machine cabinet section. | |||
[[File:Extrabobbins.JPG|350px]] | |||
== "Trained" Users == | == "Trained" Users == | ||
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| [[user:ciaran.mooney|Ciarán]] || Toyota 2260 || Very Basic | | [[user:ciaran.mooney|Ciarán]] || Toyota 2260 || Very Basic | ||
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| [[user:Akki14|Akki]] || John Lewis || Basic | |||
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Very Basic - Someone who can get the machine threaded. Able to run a stitch forwards and backwards. | Very Basic - Someone who can get the machine threaded. Able to run a stitch forwards and backwards. | ||
Basic - Can show how to use the other stitches and advise on thread tension etc. | |||
== Accessories == | == Accessories == | ||
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* Seam Ripper | * Seam Ripper | ||
November 2012 - We now have this box of random stuff too! | |||
[[File:Sewingnotions1.JPG|350px]] | |||
== Things Needed == | == Things Needed == | ||
