Hi Cechaflo, Thanks to you I just bought a 1245 and I will try to do the interior of my Lotus Elise car. Thanks for sharing all your knowledge, have now to find where to buy the thin vynil canvan in France. I have nearly looked all you videos and they are such amazing and full of extraordinary tips !!! Again a big up !
Hey Cesar, Have you done any videos on how to deal with the inside curves of a Barrel back chair. I do Marine Upholstery and a LOT of the Captains chairs are Barrel backs. I always have problems with getting the vinyl to conform to the inside curve. Any tips or demos would be GREAT!!! Love your Masterful Craftsmanship!!!
I am located in Mexico and trademarks are different in each country. But, most of these solvent based yellow glues are similar everywhere. This glue is the same used to stick formica as shown in the video about Upholstery Glues: ✅ ua-cam.com/video/o2xeezdF8Ss/v-deo.html This other video could be also useful: ✅ ua-cam.com/video/TIKF6NvXHE4/v-deo.html The blue and yellow materials are natural cow leather: The light red material is vinyl: The strips in the reverse used as reinforcement are thin canvas but strips of fabric or a thin vinyl could be used instead too.
Over the years I've pointed many people in your direction. The number one maestro around a sewing machine but here's a question that I don't think even you can answer. I'm trying to make a patchwork leather bag using raw edges but it's not good. I'd like to French seam it but how the hell can you French seam on both axis? How would you do it my friend?
Trying to figure it out, but I cannot understand what really is the project you have in mind. I suppose the patches would be of irregular contours. I suppose the patches would be glued down to a backing material like building a puzzle. Would the leather pieces be precisely cut and attached flat edge to edge? or Would they be overlapped?
Hi Cesar! I am learning so much from your videos! what sort of glue are you using? Also, I see that you are using a China Pen? What is the thin silver pen you use sometimes? Thanks!!!!
Damn all mighty I really love your videos for learning. Where do you pick up the canvas, sunbrella, or vinyl backing for your french seams. I was looking last night at a local art store and they didn't know what I was talking about or needed. Sailright suggests using grosgrain ribbon but i'm not sure. As far as the basting tape where do you purchase that from? I think that basting tape is essential for ease of sewing. I also spend half the day researching heavy threads to buy for my 1541s machine. I ended up going with the bonded polyester as that is best for outdoor use and sun protection. I don't really see any benefits of bonded nylon over the bonded polyester other than slight strength increase but having the uv protection in the bonded poly seems like it was a better option overall even if stuff will be indoors. I like having peace of mind knowing it will be better protected if outdoors than nylon thread. I bought 138 and 207 bonded polyester in White, Black, and Beaver color as I have read those are staple colors when doing upholstery and leather stuff. Suggestions on that? I am also learning how to pattern in my upholstery class now motorcycle seats because the instructor said thats where the $$$ is in. I went to a junk yard motorcycle shop and picked up some really ugly torn up seats to work on for my class. I'm just enthusiastic about the whole thing and wanting to learn as much as possible. Your videos really give me a much better understanding. Thankyou
Hello Greg, As an option, I use 'thin vinyl/thin canvas' to make the strips to backing my french seams. But, these strips of backing material are sold ready...'thin grosgrain ribbons' would work right. Sailrite sells both of these materials: www.sailrite.com/Notions/Double-Sided-Basting-Tape www.sailrite.com/Binding-Tape-Polyester-Beige-3-4 Notice: If we would have an appropriate post bed, double needle sewing machine, it would not be necessary the use of a double sided tape to ease the sewing procedure. As in this video (min Five:10):ua-cam.com/video/C3tcrZNKRCc/v-deo.html Watch next link for upholstery polyester threads: www.thethreadexchange.com/miva/merchant.mvc?Screen=CTGY&Store_Code=TTE&Category_Code=polyester-thread On this link you would find different upholstery materials: www.albrightssupply.com/ You are welcome anytime!
Cesar .ante todos mis sldos y agradecimientos por sus vídeos .es todo un profesional.tengo una duda .máquina es una Singer191.D_30.cuando va a unir .el paño con la faja q punta se debe poner la 3 .4 o5 .sldos un abrazo
No entiendo bien su pregunta, pero creo que Ud. cuando menciona 'puntas', se refiere a las agujas. Si es así, normalmente se utilizan las agujas de medida 18 =110 a 19=120 ¡Muchas gracias por ver los videos!
I used a very thin plastic canvas that is useful for stright sewings. Thin stretchy upholstery fabrics could be useful too. The celestra cloth is also useful if some curvy sewings.
I only have an idea about heavy duty triple transport sewing machines to do car upholstery and furniture. The well known trade marks in the world are Juki, Pfaff, Adler, Singer, Brother, Consew, etc.
The blue and yellow materials are natural cow leather: ua-cam.com/video/1e0suD1qoAU/v-deo.html The light red material is vinyl: www.thethreadexchange.com/miva/merchant.mvc?Screen=CTGY&Category_Code=polyester-thread-138 The strips in the reverse used as reinforcement are thin canvas: ua-cam.com/video/1e0suD1qoAU/v-deo.html Strips of fabric or thin vinyl could be used instead too.
Cechaflo i.m not a begginer but i still love watching your work. i.ve done some vinyl cushion covers and was a bit hesitant to do this double topstitching cos of round corners. you know puckering and bulk make it already difficult to work. i know you have to make notches to remove as much bulk as possible and help to ease the material at the corners but sometimes i.m afraid that if i cut too much the material will lose its strenght at the corners. am not an expert like you so i would love to see how you do it you.re a great teacher and perfectionist which i like!! really relax watchin you. your work is perfect cos u do it with love and dedication! thanks
I now remember und understand it is not an easy task on one of the seams, more specific on main panel seam. You're right if the cuts are done too close to previous closing sewing it could weaken the material of the corner. What I consider very important in case of sewing cushions with this decorative stitch is the use of a backing/ribbon all around to reinforce the edge. I think if the material is thin it wouldn't be necessary to do any cuts, the small folds could flatten while sewing on top.
Great work again Cesar. I enjoyed this one. Practice makes perfect, but how do you get your line's so straight? Am struggling with straight lines, as mine end up crooked.
To keep an even stitch the 'keys' are a LOW SPEED and a GUIDE...in this case my guide is the 'small foot' (open zipper foot with an indent/cut I did on purpose to have two measures) which should be lined up with the 'central closing sewing line'...if you watch min 14:31 you would realize I'm 'using' the back protruding part of the foot. Keep on training!
I am located in Mexico and I get the glue from local suppliers also local rademarks. ua-cam.com/video/o2xeezdF8Ss/v-deo.html If you are in the USA: www.dap.com/products-projects/product-categories/adhesives/contact-cement/landau-top-trim/ (sprayable and brushable) www.homedepot.com/p/DAP-Weldwood-3-fl-oz-Original-Contact-Cement-00107/100195615 (brushable) www.petronioshoeproducts.com/master.htm (brushable)
hey sir..love your work ..please tell me how you reduced the speed on this 1245.... did you go servo motor...or just the pulley..mine is too fast for comfort. .ayúdame por favor
The ideal way to keep control of speed of an industrial sewing machine is a 'servo motor'. I have two video-tips that would help someway to reduce and keep control of speed of a clutch motor: ua-cam.com/video/jaVDiZGi9js/v-deo.html ua-cam.com/video/5_0YQ_W8iVM/v-deo.html
hola Cechaflo visto el video haces que parezca sencillo... podrías darme alguna recomendación para comprar una máquina de coser para trabajos de tapicería? Algún modelo que recomiendes o con ciertas características? gracias
Creo que lo ideal es hacer un esfuerzo y comprar una máquina de 'triple transporte' de una aguja y mesa plana, especial para hacer tapicería de carros y muebles. Hay varias marcas conocidas que usan los tapiceros. Está la Pfaff 1245, Juki LU 563. Consew 206RB-5, etc.
Hi. Your job is very good We are the same profession in this work .... I hope to work with you and have everything good together in the future and work together
Every video I have seen has demonstrated everything so clear i am really thinking I will redo the seats in my Corvette Im 67 and bought my first Corvette it's so bad that I have nothing to lose , and your 1245 sure looks beefy , I will need to order a couple feet , I would like to do the French seam , is that a ad place for me to start ? Thanks for all the videos and I let the ads play haha
watch out for old thread or cheap thread my friend did a whole boat without realizing the string was bad. we moved to a new shop and there was old thread that rips easy
Both ways are valid, depending on the position of cut pieces. If we would have to work on a flat piece,after sewing its seams, it would be placed over a single backing foam piece and double stitchings would be done on top view, at the end. It depends on the kind of design. This method avoids bulky ends somehow difficult to sew.
As I said before a post bed or flat bed 'twin needle sewing machine' is the ideal to do this kind of job. Unfortunately I have not bought one yet. Of course the procedure would be easier and the result would look better.
The 'extra material/ selvage/seam allowance' should not be too short. It should be wide enough to be folded down over easily. A 3/8" extra for seam allowance would work out. After sewing, if necessary you could cut off some excess.
I mostly use two sizes, number 8 (thin) and number zero (thicker) (these are measures in Mexico). I think it corresponds to 92 and 138 in USA, but not completely sure, sorry.
I think the 'french seam' has a more sporty look and depending on where it goes, it should be reinforced on its back side. In the case of my chair I'm going to use the reinforcement strip. Perhaps, it's matter of taste, upholsterers are using the 'double stitching(french seams)' a lot lately. Definitely a 'flat felled seam' adds more strength to a 'sewing junction'. I'd probably use both kind of sewings on this chair.
Polyester threa number 'zero' here in Mexico...number 138 in USA www.thethreadexchange.com/miva/merchant.mvc?Screen=CTGY&Category_Code=polyester-thread-138 Thanks for watching!
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Hi Cechaflo, Thanks to you I just bought a 1245 and I will try to do the interior of my Lotus Elise car. Thanks for sharing all your knowledge, have now to find where to buy the thin vynil canvan in France. I have nearly looked all you videos and they are such amazing and full of extraordinary tips !!! Again a big up !
Dear friend, I am so glad my videos have inspired you!!!
Welcome to this channel anytime!!!
I never thought of using a stapler.
thanks
I'm always interested in the types of glues people use from around the world ... all suggestions are helpful ... cheers from down under
weldwood is what we been using for 50 years
Hey Cesar, Have you done any videos on how to deal with the inside curves of a Barrel back chair. I do Marine Upholstery and a LOT of the Captains chairs are Barrel backs. I always have problems with getting the vinyl to conform to the inside curve. Any tips or demos would be GREAT!!!
Love your Masterful Craftsmanship!!!
Yes Cesar I also have done a few barrel back marine chairs. Would like to see your talent doing one of these!
You are a great craftsman. You should have a DVD lessons. I would surely line up to buy your lessons for sure.
I really appreciate your kind remarks!
amazing craftsman, would love to have him in our shop!
Thanks to your videos, I bought a Juki 562 walking foot today!
Very helpful!
Merci
What glue do you used and where to buy and what type of material you use the shorter one?
I am located in Mexico and trademarks are different in each country. But, most of these solvent based yellow glues are similar everywhere. This glue is the same used to stick formica as shown in the video about Upholstery Glues:
✅ ua-cam.com/video/o2xeezdF8Ss/v-deo.html
This other video could be also useful:
✅ ua-cam.com/video/TIKF6NvXHE4/v-deo.html
The blue and yellow materials are natural cow leather:
The light red material is vinyl:
The strips in the reverse used as reinforcement are thin canvas but strips of fabric or a thin vinyl could be used instead too.
What glue do you use for basting? I'm new to upholstery, so would like to know what you think is best! Thanks for the helpful videos!
ua-cam.com/video/o2xeezdF8Ss/v-deo.html
Thank you for this video🙏🙏🙏🙏
Over the years I've pointed many people in your direction. The number one maestro around a sewing machine but here's a question that I don't think even you can answer. I'm trying to make a patchwork leather bag using raw edges but it's not good. I'd like to French seam it but how the hell can you French seam on both axis? How would you do it my friend?
Trying to figure it out, but I cannot understand what really is the project you have in mind.
I suppose the patches would be of irregular contours.
I suppose the patches would be glued down to a backing material like building a puzzle.
Would the leather pieces be precisely cut and attached flat edge to edge? or Would they be overlapped?
Hi Cesar! I am learning so much from your videos! what sort of glue are you using? Also, I see that you are using a China Pen? What is the thin silver pen you use sometimes? Thanks!!!!
I just watched your glue video!!! Thank you so much Cesar!
Damn all mighty I really love your videos for learning. Where do you pick up the canvas, sunbrella, or vinyl backing for your french seams. I was looking last night at a local art store and they didn't know what I was talking about or needed. Sailright suggests using grosgrain ribbon but i'm not sure. As far as the basting tape where do you purchase that from? I think that basting tape is essential for ease of sewing. I also spend half the day researching heavy threads to buy for my 1541s machine. I ended up going with the bonded polyester as that is best for outdoor use and sun protection. I don't really see any benefits of bonded nylon over the bonded polyester other than slight strength increase but having the uv protection in the bonded poly seems like it was a better option overall even if stuff will be indoors. I like having peace of mind knowing it will be better protected if outdoors than nylon thread. I bought 138 and 207 bonded polyester in White, Black, and Beaver color as I have read those are staple colors when doing upholstery and leather stuff. Suggestions on that? I am also learning how to pattern in my upholstery class now motorcycle seats because the instructor said thats where the $$$ is in. I went to a junk yard motorcycle shop and picked up some really ugly torn up seats to work on for my class. I'm just enthusiastic about the whole thing and wanting to learn as much as possible. Your videos really give me a much better understanding. Thankyou
Hello Greg,
As an option, I use 'thin vinyl/thin canvas' to make the strips to backing my french seams. But, these strips of backing material are sold ready...'thin grosgrain ribbons' would work right.
Sailrite sells both of these materials:
www.sailrite.com/Notions/Double-Sided-Basting-Tape
www.sailrite.com/Binding-Tape-Polyester-Beige-3-4
Notice: If we would have an appropriate post bed, double needle sewing machine, it would not be necessary the use of a double sided tape to ease the sewing procedure. As in this video (min Five:10):ua-cam.com/video/C3tcrZNKRCc/v-deo.html
Watch next link for upholstery polyester threads:
www.thethreadexchange.com/miva/merchant.mvc?Screen=CTGY&Store_Code=TTE&Category_Code=polyester-thread
On this link you would find different upholstery materials:
www.albrightssupply.com/
You are welcome anytime!
Cesar .ante todos mis sldos y agradecimientos por sus vídeos .es todo un profesional.tengo una duda .máquina es una Singer191.D_30.cuando va a unir .el paño con la faja q punta se debe poner la 3 .4 o5 .sldos un abrazo
No entiendo bien su pregunta, pero creo que Ud. cuando menciona 'puntas', se refiere a las agujas. Si es así, normalmente se utilizan las agujas de medida 18 =110 a 19=120
¡Muchas gracias por ver los videos!
What's the name for the pad that gets stitched underneath the leather? Thanks
I used a very thin plastic canvas that is useful for stright sewings. Thin stretchy upholstery fabrics could be useful too. The celestra cloth is also useful if some curvy sewings.
What type of thread are you using, it looks super heavy.
138 size polyester thread.
Hi what semi professional machine you recommend please
I only have an idea about heavy duty triple transport sewing machines to do car upholstery and furniture. The well known trade marks in the world are Juki, Pfaff, Adler, Singer, Brother, Consew, etc.
What kind of needle and thread have you used?
Needle 140=22 size and 138 polyester thread size
excellent video! You skill set is amazing. keep the videos coming.
Thanks so much for watching these upholstery videos!
What type of materials you are using there please?
The blue and yellow materials are natural cow leather:
ua-cam.com/video/1e0suD1qoAU/v-deo.html
The light red material is vinyl:
www.thethreadexchange.com/miva/merchant.mvc?Screen=CTGY&Category_Code=polyester-thread-138
The strips in the reverse used as reinforcement are thin canvas:
ua-cam.com/video/1e0suD1qoAU/v-deo.html
Strips of fabric or thin vinyl could be used instead too.
can you do a demo for round corners which cannot be hammered so easily and you have to remove the excess material when inside out pls?
Thanks for the suggestion for a next basic video!
Cechaflo i.m not a begginer but i still love watching your work. i.ve done some vinyl cushion covers and was a bit hesitant to do this double topstitching cos of round corners. you know puckering and bulk make it already difficult to work. i know you have to make notches to remove as much bulk as possible and help to ease the material at the corners but sometimes i.m afraid that if i cut too much the material will lose its strenght at the corners. am not an expert like you so i would love to see how you do it you.re a great teacher and perfectionist which i like!! really relax watchin you. your work is perfect cos u do it with love and dedication! thanks
I now remember und understand it is not an easy task on one of the seams, more specific on main panel seam. You're right if the cuts are done too close to previous closing sewing it could weaken the material of the corner. What I consider very important in case of sewing cushions with this decorative stitch is the use of a backing/ribbon all around to reinforce the edge. I think if the material is thin it wouldn't be necessary to do any cuts, the small folds could flatten while sewing on top.
if necessary you can cut darts on the corners to make it lay flater.
Hello do you know how to shape aluminum vinyl top trim without ruining the trim?
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Amazing as always!
Great work again Cesar. I enjoyed this one. Practice makes perfect, but how do you get your line's so straight? Am struggling with straight lines, as mine end up crooked.
To keep an even stitch the 'keys' are a LOW SPEED and a GUIDE...in this case my guide is the 'small foot' (open zipper foot with an indent/cut I did on purpose to have two measures) which should be lined up with the 'central closing sewing line'...if you watch min 14:31 you would realize I'm 'using' the back protruding part of the foot.
Keep on training!
Cechaflo thank you for your reply, and thanks for the advice. much appreciated.
What is the name of the glue you use?
I am located in Mexico and I get the glue from local suppliers also local rademarks. ua-cam.com/video/o2xeezdF8Ss/v-deo.html
If you are in the USA:
www.dap.com/products-projects/product-categories/adhesives/contact-cement/landau-top-trim/ (sprayable and brushable)
www.homedepot.com/p/DAP-Weldwood-3-fl-oz-Original-Contact-Cement-00107/100195615 (brushable)
www.petronioshoeproducts.com/master.htm (brushable)
hey sir..love your work ..please tell me how you reduced the speed on this 1245.... did you go servo motor...or just the pulley..mine is too fast for comfort. .ayúdame por favor
The ideal way to keep control of speed of an industrial sewing machine is a 'servo motor'.
I have two video-tips that would help someway to reduce and keep control of speed of a clutch motor:
ua-cam.com/video/jaVDiZGi9js/v-deo.html
ua-cam.com/video/5_0YQ_W8iVM/v-deo.html
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hola Cechaflo
visto el video haces que parezca sencillo...
podrías darme alguna recomendación para comprar una máquina de coser para trabajos de tapicería?
Algún modelo que recomiendes o con ciertas características?
gracias
Creo que lo ideal es hacer un esfuerzo y comprar una máquina de 'triple transporte' de una aguja y mesa plana, especial para hacer tapicería de carros y muebles. Hay varias marcas conocidas que usan los tapiceros. Está la Pfaff 1245, Juki LU 563. Consew 206RB-5, etc.
Hi. Your job is very good We are the same profession in this work .... I hope to work with you and have everything good together in the future and work together
Helo Miloud, Great, you are also doing this same art craft!
Another great video Thanks
I really appreciate your kind remarks!
You are welcome anytime!
Every video I have seen has demonstrated everything so clear i am really thinking I will redo the seats in my Corvette Im 67 and bought my first Corvette it's so bad that I have nothing to lose , and your 1245 sure looks beefy , I will need to order a couple feet , I would like to do the French seam ,
is that a ad place for me to start ? Thanks for all the videos and I let the ads play haha
watch out for old thread or cheap thread my friend did a whole boat without realizing the string was bad. we moved to a new shop and there was old thread that rips easy
Hello Joey, Thanks for the suggestion. We have to be very careful to get a new and good thread.
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Great video 👍🏽
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Do i need to do sew my French seams ,before or after I back it with foam?
Both ways are valid, depending on the position of cut pieces. If we would have to work on a flat piece,after sewing its seams, it would be placed over a single backing foam piece and double stitchings would be done on top view, at the end. It depends on the kind of design. This method avoids bulky ends somehow difficult to sew.
Cechaflo, how can I contact you? I would like to get some work done.
What is the model of your sewing machine? I want one of those
Pfaff 1245-706/47
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thanx for Sharing
but i have a question, why dont You use Twin needle? it s easier or ?
As I said before a post bed or flat bed 'twin needle sewing machine' is the ideal to do this kind of job. Unfortunately I have not bought one yet.
Of course the procedure would be easier and the result would look better.
Would a 1/8 french seam look better on a motorcycle seat?
I think so! I would recommend you do some tests beforehand on scraps of material to appreciate the look.
So for 1/8ths french I do 1/4 extra material on each side correct?
The 'extra material/ selvage/seam allowance' should not be too short. It should be wide enough to be folded down over easily. A 3/8" extra for seam allowance would work out. After sewing, if necessary you could cut off some excess.
What size thread do you use in your machine?
I mostly use two sizes, number 8 (thin) and number zero (thicker) (these are measures in Mexico). I think it corresponds to 92 and 138 in USA, but not completely sure, sorry.
This great
Thanks for appreciating this art craft!
When would you choose to use a french seam vs a flat felled seam?
I think the 'french seam' has a more sporty look and depending on where it goes, it should be reinforced on its back side. In the case of my chair I'm going to use the reinforcement strip. Perhaps, it's matter of taste, upholsterers are using the 'double stitching(french seams)' a lot lately. Definitely a 'flat felled seam' adds more strength to a 'sewing junction'. I'd probably use both kind of sewings on this chair.
What tape are you using at the end ??
It's a 'double sided tape'.
Cechaflo, its wery thin tape?????
what kind of foot are you using?
It's a 'zipper foot'.
merci de la video bravo
Thanks for appreciating this art craft!
Hi
What size is the thread?
Polyester threa number 'zero' here in Mexico...number 138 in USA www.thethreadexchange.com/miva/merchant.mvc?Screen=CTGY&Category_Code=polyester-thread-138
Thanks for watching!
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Thanks for kind remark!