I would definitely keep the crayons. You could do some really cool impressionist style designs on fabric. Van Gogh but a dress 😆 and I'd love to see the stapler sewing machine make something big and wacky. It would actually probably be easier than getting it under a conventional sewing machine!
the light was an interesting one , but I could only think they way I was taught in school is 10 x times easier and cheaper. trace the design on to tracing paper/baking paper. pin to the fabric and use your embroidery foot to follow the lines. once done, the paper rips away from the stitches leaving the design.
You are the PERFECT person to make these reviews! You have advanced sewing skills, and you do many unusual, specific projects so you have creative NEEDS. Love this series!
I have the extra heads, but they only fit my wood burner. The mini iron has a very thick shaft and the millinery bits are very skinny. They just won't stay in place lol
@@Seamstressed well if you have a wood burner you probably don’t need a tiny iron. Unless it’s useful for corsetry? The tiny seams on 3D shapes after cutting out a Symington pattern? (I did not spell that properly)
When my kids were little we had fabric crayons that you used on paper then ironed on to the fabric. The kids loved making pictures then having it on a shirt. The only problem was if they wanted writing they had to write it as a mirror image so it would be right way when ironed. Also I have the mini iron it is great when you are making hats and other things with small curved seams. It’s easier than holding the ham, fabric and big iron. I got it for Christmas one year and love it!
The mirroring from hell hahaha. I sometimes forget about it when making fabric stamps. It's very annoying lol Glad to hear the mini iron is useful to you :D
Lol, I make miniature scenes, and the only times I've seen that tiny iron used is in dollhouse tutorials (to have tiny blankets, curtains, etc drape right). It never even occurred to me that it's an actual sewing item instead of a tool made specifically for miniatures! 🤣
@@Seamstressed Bentley House Miniatures is one of my favourite miniature channels. I've seen her use the tiny iron regularly. She uses it in her latest video (meeting the Captain) to make tiny clothes. That part starts at 17:50 minutes.
I’m so happy you posted!!!! I’m not a sewer or anything so I don’t really know which I’d yeet or keep….. but seemed like the seam allowance cuter thingy worked as advertised!!! Also the gel pen looked cool too and same for the crayon for a specific style of illustrations!! I also really love your cute animations in between scenes hahaha they’re so cute!!!
I'm not sure which of those I would keep. If you could sharpen the crayons you'd get better lines but you'd lose a lot of the material. Hmm, things to think about.
The Clover mini iron is meant for a few very specific quilting techniques. It’s not at all intended for ironing garments or garment seams. The one criticism of this Item I agree with is its stand, which is a good idea but too light and unstable.
I never made any quilting before... I saw that and thought it would be great for pressing complicated seams, but it just doesn't get hot enough. Not even for melting hemming tape for gluing a light cotton appliqué. I was very sad about it. Can you get yours to a good temperature?
@@Seamstressed Wow, thanks for reading my comment and continuing the discussion! Well, the heat on the Clover mini iron is good enough for the tasks intended, though it would be nice if it got hotter. It's a tiny thing, so I did not expect the heat of a "real" iron. The advantage of the minis is their size, to get into small and tight spots and do precision ironing.
You think you're sooo fancy with your sewing gadgets, HUH? Well, I'll have you know I sewed a pillow [partially by hand] once in middle school. 💪😤 All of them are interesting, especially when you utilized your knowledge and talent to use them!
My mom taught art as a kid, and she had us draw on fabric with Craypas (Oil pastels) then set with an iron, and it lasted a very long time. I've gotten oil pastels at the dollar store for crafting but forgot this technique.
I have 3 different sizes so far, but the small one is by far my favourite. It’s starting to act our, though… i don’t know why, but it seems the blade keeps jumping. Even with new ones and i have no idea why
@@Seamstressed I got mine over 10 years ago maybe even 20 it didn't have that red guard on it. Maybe people complained about it getting too hot so they modified it to the opposite extreme.
I think even if teh crayons were sharpened or melted into a thinner shape, they would still have those classic crayon edges, as its still wax on a fabric. The marker was my fave witht hem, and agree that some cool designs could be made from them. Withthe iron, is there a possibility that its not gettign enough electricity to it? I know Americans have lower volts (or something like that, im not an electrician), so that less power goes to the appliance so doesnt work as good. Not sure what Germany is like.
_Scissor sharpening trick_ - fold up a bunch of tin/aluminum foil. Use your scissors to cut the foil into tiny little confetti. For a roller cutter take the tin foil and roll it into a ball. Use the cutter to repeatedly roll over the ball until you have more confetti. Not quite as good as getting them sharpened, but it will keep you going through lockdowns. Yeet the laser. I don't like electronics that make sound when you shake them. Only a matter of time until, I dunno, it archs, or something technically bad. For the straight cutter thing - would it help if you ran a little bit of wax along the channel? Vote for keep. Plan a small project for the hand-held sewing thing. I can see carpel-tunnel waiting, just over the horizon line if you make an entire big thing with it. I say keep. The scissor guide would maybe work it if held onto the blade with 2 fixed magnets? There's a tiny little version of this that was made by Vintage Singer. Just for cutting bias tape with your small scissors, but it's a similar idea. I think I want fabric crayons... - Cathy (&, accidently, Steve), Ottawa/Bytown/Pimisi
I tried the tin foil once and it didn't make much of a difference for me. I think I need to give it another go hehehe. Laser was successfully yeeted, (yoot, yeeten, yooten?) and last, but not least - I will give wax a go. I am definitely keeping that one, despite the noise. If it doesn't work, noise-cancelling headphones it is heeeeeeeeeeeeeeee
I would definitely keep the crayons. You could do some really cool impressionist style designs on fabric. Van Gogh but a dress 😆 and I'd love to see the stapler sewing machine make something big and wacky. It would actually probably be easier than getting it under a conventional sewing machine!
ooooohh that's such a cool idea!
I love van Gogh!
the light was an interesting one , but I could only think they way I was taught in school is 10 x times easier and cheaper. trace the design on to tracing paper/baking paper. pin to the fabric and use your embroidery foot to follow the lines. once done, the paper rips away from the stitches leaving the design.
so true hahahaha :D
And even better that using the light, imo
You are the PERFECT person to make these reviews! You have advanced sewing skills, and you do many unusual, specific projects so you have creative NEEDS. Love this series!
Wow, thank you! :D :D :D
So glad you tested so I don't buy trash. I'd try that plastic sewing thing by making an apron, all top stitch would be with the chain stitch visible.
Oooooh that's a great idea. Such a cute detail :D
As for a good seam gauge for scissors, just get little magnets and stick them on until you get to the depth you want. Works like a charm.
That is genius!!! :D
I'm liking the fabric crayons and the black pin for making my own child like designs! I'd say a keeper!
I agree! :D
"Keep Or Yeet!" Favorite show title!
Ouiiii :D
If you have the extra heads for the tiny iron I have seen it used for silk flowers.
Sew a skirt with the stapler sewing machine.
I have the extra heads, but they only fit my wood burner. The mini iron has a very thick shaft and the millinery bits are very skinny. They just won't stay in place lol
@@Seamstressed well if you have a wood burner you probably don’t need a tiny iron. Unless it’s useful for corsetry? The tiny seams on 3D shapes after cutting out a Symington pattern? (I did not spell that properly)
When my kids were little we had fabric crayons that you used on paper then ironed on to the fabric. The kids loved making pictures then having it on a shirt. The only problem was if they wanted writing they had to write it as a mirror image so it would be right way when ironed.
Also I have the mini iron it is great when you are making hats and other things with small curved seams. It’s easier than holding the ham, fabric and big iron. I got it for Christmas one year and love it!
The mirroring from hell hahaha. I sometimes forget about it when making fabric stamps. It's very annoying lol
Glad to hear the mini iron is useful to you :D
Love these series!
Thank you!!!
Mini sewer project! A dress for Steve & a matching tutu for Sushi ! ;)
hahahahahahahaha
Lol, I make miniature scenes, and the only times I've seen that tiny iron used is in dollhouse tutorials (to have tiny blankets, curtains, etc drape right). It never even occurred to me that it's an actual sewing item instead of a tool made specifically for miniatures! 🤣
whoooooot?! OMG any videos you recommend? I need to check that out!! :D
@@Seamstressed Bentley House Miniatures is one of my favourite miniature channels. I've seen her use the tiny iron regularly. She uses it in her latest video (meeting the Captain) to make tiny clothes. That part starts at 17:50 minutes.
I would definitely keep the crayons and markers!
The marker is still baffling me :D
I’m so happy you posted!!!! I’m not a sewer or anything so I don’t really know which I’d yeet or keep….. but seemed like the seam allowance cuter thingy worked as advertised!!! Also the gel pen looked cool too and same for the crayon for a specific style of illustrations!! I also really love your cute animations in between scenes hahaha they’re so cute!!!
hehehehe thank yoouu! :3
I'm not sure which of those I would keep. If you could sharpen the crayons you'd get better lines but you'd lose a lot of the material. Hmm, things to think about.
yep yep yep. I thought about sharpening them, but yes. so much would go to waste
This iron is great just for seams, especially quilting. It saves energy and money. Mine doesn’t take long to heat.
I will give it another chance. So many people came to its defence, i got new attachments to try out :D
This is an awesome series, love seeing what actually works.
Ouiiii :D
Wow, I thought my dog was the only one who liked to eat scissors. Fun video, as always!
Oh no hahahaha!
she did that as a puppy and I kept it as a reminder of my stupidity
That hand chain stitcher seams (haha) great for basting stitches that you would normally do by hand
That's what I thought!
so true!! I will give it a try like that :D
The crayons look like they have potential for craft projects or for a child to be creative with.
totally :D
I was positively surprised by them :D
Haven't expected to apear in one of your Videos one day 😄
Ouiiiii :D
I used the crayons as a child to color a picture on paper and then iron it onto a t-shirt. It was fun 🤩.
normal crayons or these fabric ones? :D
@@Seamstressed the fabric ones
This was super fun! Thanks for testing all of those for us!
Glad you enjoyed it!
The Clover mini iron is meant for a few very specific quilting techniques. It’s not at all intended for ironing garments or garment seams. The one criticism of this Item I agree with is its stand, which is a good idea but too light and unstable.
I never made any quilting before... I saw that and thought it would be great for pressing complicated seams, but it just doesn't get hot enough. Not even for melting hemming tape for gluing a light cotton appliqué. I was very sad about it. Can you get yours to a good temperature?
@@Seamstressed Wow, thanks for reading my comment and continuing the discussion! Well, the heat on the Clover mini iron is good enough for the tasks intended, though it would be nice if it got hotter. It's a tiny thing, so I did not expect the heat of a "real" iron. The advantage of the minis is their size, to get into small and tight spots and do precision ironing.
Yeah. I was kinda expecting the same heat of a wood burner, tbh hahahaha. I think I need to give it another chance
The little iron is better for applique work. There are better and less expensive ones out on the market.
Good to know! I was really bummed about it not working right...
You think you're sooo fancy with your sewing gadgets, HUH? Well, I'll have you know I sewed a pillow [partially by hand] once in middle school. 💪😤
All of them are interesting, especially when you utilized your knowledge and talent to use them!
You HAVE THE POWER!!!! :D
My mom taught art as a kid, and she had us draw on fabric with Craypas (Oil pastels) then set with an iron, and it lasted a very long time. I've gotten oil pastels at the dollar store for crafting but forgot this technique.
Oh wow! That's soo cool I need to try it :D
The our kind of plug in Canada also ! Lol
hehehehe
I use a small rotary cutter for curves. I have four different sizes. I craft as well as sew, so need various sizes.
I have 3 different sizes so far, but the small one is by far my favourite. It’s starting to act our, though… i don’t know why, but it seems the blade keeps jumping. Even with new ones and i have no idea why
@@Seamstressed Without seeing it in action, it could be a dull blade, not putting the right pressure on it, or the blade is loose.
I have a scissors sharpener and I use it a bit.
I have one of those fiskars things and it works great, but not for left-handed scissors. I need to search for one that will work on them
G'day cool video and love your hair I the video
Thank you! :D
I have melted some fabrics with my clover iron.
Really?! Mine doesn't get warm enough... maybe it's faulty?
@@Seamstressed I got mine over 10 years ago maybe even 20 it didn't have that red guard on it. Maybe people complained about it getting too hot so they modified it to the opposite extreme.
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You should call the scissor company. I'm sure they have a warranty.
true! thanks for reminding me. I will do that for sure :D
I think even if teh crayons were sharpened or melted into a thinner shape, they would still have those classic crayon edges, as its still wax on a fabric. The marker was my fave witht hem, and agree that some cool designs could be made from them.
Withthe iron, is there a possibility that its not gettign enough electricity to it? I know Americans have lower volts (or something like that, im not an electrician), so that less power goes to the appliance so doesnt work as good. Not sure what Germany is like.
I didn't think about the voltage, thanks! I will check it out (although I think the US and Europe have the same 220v) :D
Try using the rotary cutter on cotton. They noise should be tolerable.
Thanks!
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Aaaawwww... welcome to the weird side of the internetz :D
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_Scissor sharpening trick_ - fold up a bunch of tin/aluminum foil. Use your scissors to cut the foil into tiny little confetti. For a roller cutter take the tin foil and roll it into a ball. Use the cutter to repeatedly roll over the ball until you have more confetti. Not quite as good as getting them sharpened, but it will keep you going through lockdowns.
Yeet the laser. I don't like electronics that make sound when you shake them. Only a matter of time until, I dunno, it archs, or something technically bad.
For the straight cutter thing - would it help if you ran a little bit of wax along the channel? Vote for keep.
Plan a small project for the hand-held sewing thing. I can see carpel-tunnel waiting, just over the horizon line if you make an entire big thing with it. I say keep.
The scissor guide would maybe work it if held onto the blade with 2 fixed magnets? There's a tiny little version of this that was made by Vintage Singer. Just for cutting bias tape with your small scissors, but it's a similar idea.
I think I want fabric crayons...
- Cathy (&, accidently, Steve), Ottawa/Bytown/Pimisi
I tried the tin foil once and it didn't make much of a difference for me. I think I need to give it another go hehehe.
Laser was successfully yeeted, (yoot, yeeten, yooten?)
and last, but not least - I will give wax a go. I am definitely keeping that one, despite the noise. If it doesn't work, noise-cancelling headphones it is heeeeeeeeeeeeeeee
I have one of those but I think it'd be good if you want to iron doll clothes LOL
hehehehehe
A dress
YES!