Sailrite consistently makes excellent, to the point, clear sewing videos! Thank you.
@miamitreasurehunter10 жыл бұрын
I can't think Sailrite enough for posting all of these amazing videos. I am a loyal buyer / supporter of your site!
@waterrat25144 жыл бұрын
I wish we could buy your products in Australia. Your whole organisation is incredibly organised, professional and best practice
@samtaifi24042 жыл бұрын
Your video’s are amazing , this is the future of great company’s that take pride in their product and industry, thankyou
@chrisroberts2840 Жыл бұрын
Everything about Sailrite is great, you make it possible with these videos to “pull off” projects I would have never attempted. My only suggestion on this video is while making the zipper plaque with a material that has a finished side, like naugehide, pay close attention to the way it goes together, not quite as easy as with sunbrella
@jacquesbrunet7058 Жыл бұрын
Wow, complete and thoroughly informative regarding best materials to use. Thank you very much!
@pmgear2 жыл бұрын
Got my new workerB machine and took on this project as a novice, and the outcome was really good, a few things learned on the first cushion (out of 4) that will make the others look pro. One thing that I did was to use basting tape to make sure all corners aligned before sewing, for me as a beginner that was very helpful. Also the workerB is worth it, perfect speed control just like in the video, perfect stiches, very happy with that machine.
@SailriteDIY2 жыл бұрын
That is great news! We are so glad that your first cushion project went well, good job! Glad you like your new Sailrite Ultrafeed Sewing Machine with the WorkerB Power Pack.
@CarlyleSmith6 жыл бұрын
Excellent videos. They move slow enough to catch important details but fast enough to not be tedious.
@TheSailingChannel5 жыл бұрын
Regarding foam - rain through is great for "live-in-the-cockpit" cushions because of its fast drying capability and comfort factor. However, it can be a bit squishy to walk on, especially if you go for 3 inch thick versus 2 inch. After having a full set of cushions made using rain through foam, we decide to replace the foam in the small square forward port and starboard cushions with 3 inch closed cell foam to give better footing when exiting and entering the cockpit. Floatation foam also allowed these two cushions to do double duty as life cushions. Other tips - for easy cockpit locker opening, we patterned the cushions to cover each locker making raising the locker seats easier. To keep the cushions in place, add short fabric strips with a snaps on the bottom box sides of the cushions. These snap onto the sides of the locker hatches - like a saddle - so when stepping in and out of the cockpit your foot force won't pull the snaps apart. (Don't add snaps to the rear seat coaming as your foot force will generate pressure against the snap shear and they will unsnap.) Strips of military velcro along the rear bottom edges of the cushions and seats will also help keep the cushions in place when heeling. Adhesive military velcro will stick to fiberglass, but be sure to sew the velcro onto the cushions.
@PrimeReal4 жыл бұрын
Just finished my first cabin cushion using this video (for the piping) and the V-berth video (for irregular shapes) . My cushions are not square , but are irregular shaped and rounded . VERY difficult first sewing project , but I made it through and it looks decent ! I used one long strip of boxing, wrapped around and overlapped the zipper plaque on both ends to provide a bit of “housing “ (sorry , I’m not a sewer so i don’t know the terms yet ) Maybe the ultra-feed I just ordered will help things go smoother for my next 7 cushions! . One thing is for sure; I would have NEVER taken on this project without these videos. Sailrite gets you through it with just what you need to know ! Thanks @Sailrite!!
@SailriteDIY4 жыл бұрын
We are so glad that you like our video. Thanks for ordering a Sailrite Sewing Machine. I hope your next 7 cushions come out great!
@WillN2Go13 ай бұрын
Another terrific lesson. Thanks.
@BruceHarangII10 жыл бұрын
Another great instructional video. Thank you Sailrite.
@thesergeant35249 жыл бұрын
Another phenomenal video -- thank you guys! I have this exact project coming up so knowing what size to make the cover in relation to the foam was a huge help. Thanks again!!!
@peggyt12439 жыл бұрын
Angela does beautiful work.
@SailriteDIY9 жыл бұрын
Yes, she does and so do many of our customers!
@padigalingamrajendra93359 жыл бұрын
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@tierratierra3177 жыл бұрын
Sailrite curtains
@brianfanning90304 жыл бұрын
thankyou once again from Aotearoa New Zealand
@lautonsutley37602 жыл бұрын
these videos are just great!
@arjaydiamse14608 жыл бұрын
you guys are awesome! more videos are insipiration to me
@SailriteDIY8 жыл бұрын
We are glad you like our videos. We will keep them coming as long as customers find them useful and they still buy our products.
@erikbarnes25642 жыл бұрын
Great video, just curious, you say you sew across the zipper on both ends of the zipper, do you actually sew across the plastic zipper teeth or just next to the end of the zipper? If you sew across the plastic zipper teeth, how do you keep the needle from hitting the teeth? Thanks again.
@SailriteDIY2 жыл бұрын
We do sew right over the teeth of the zipper. You can do this by rolling the sewing machcine's balance wheel by hand so as to go between the teeth and not break a needle. Do is very slowly.
@tonyrios74359 жыл бұрын
Thanks that was a great informative video.
@SailriteDIY9 жыл бұрын
Glad you liked it. Let us know if you have any questions about our videos or our products at www.sailrite.com
@jennybeltman1143 жыл бұрын
Are there an videos that discuss adding a snap flap to the back of cabin cushion to snap it to the cabin? Thank you
@suemackie22953 жыл бұрын
My project is bottom seat cushions. I want to cut the existing in half for two bottom cushions. I am adding the 5 mil batting. Do I have to make the foam smaller due to the batting on the new side seams in order for them to fit the seat opening?
@ohanakai42 жыл бұрын
Really torn between using Phifertex vs the underlining fabric for cockpit cushions. I believe that the underlining would be less slippery but would the phifertex hold up longer? Do they shed water equally as fast. thanks so much
@SailriteDIY2 жыл бұрын
Hi Ohanakai4, I wouldn't say there is a big difference in water drainage or lifespan since both would be used on the bottom of the cushion. If you are concerned about slippage there is also a non slip underliner I have attached a link to that one below. www.sailrite.com/Super-Grip-Non-Slip-Cushion-Underlining-Black-54
@tcbridges6 жыл бұрын
Very nice job. Was wondering what you charge for the cushions
@cekiert5 жыл бұрын
Your videos are awesome
@FrankiDeano3 жыл бұрын
this is so easy.. ill start tomorow.. 😳😳😳
@Grouperhound9 жыл бұрын
Great video, thanks. My first project was fender covers, now I am on to some additional cushions so I can convert my salon table to a bed. There is no mention in the video regarding zipper length. Is there a rule of thumb?
@SailriteDIY9 жыл бұрын
Grouperhound The length of the zipper should always be the length of the cushion plus a few extra inches.
@Grouperhound9 жыл бұрын
Ok. Thanks. It's just that when viewing the video the zipper looks measurably shorter than the cushion, say by at least 8".
@SailriteDIY9 жыл бұрын
Grouperhound Yes, the zipper can be shorter than the side or it may be made to extend all along the side. That total length desired is up to the fabricator. I just always order a zipper the same length plus a few inches for each cushion I need, so I have enough. The bigger the zipper opening the easier it is to insert the foam.
@Rupe519 жыл бұрын
I'm interested in making a cushion for the stern of a C&C 29 ... the kind with the bubble or saddle in the middle. A challenging first time project for a cushion I fear. Have any video on this?
@SailriteDIY9 жыл бұрын
Rupe51 At this time we do not have a video showing how to accomplish a cushions like that, sorry.
@Rupe519 жыл бұрын
Sailrite I'll keep watching - I learned a whole lot from this one! Many thanks.
@chenelson1859 жыл бұрын
beautiful & teaching
@AJC267457 жыл бұрын
I recall in your how to make a stadium cushion video you said for cushions to add 1/2" to the boxing and cut out the top and bottom plates the same size as foam. Is this the same as adding a 1/4" to all ???
@SailriteDIY7 жыл бұрын
Here is the rule for building cushions: No rules, just do what works best! I have made cushions in many different ways, some I like better than others. Here is my preferred method for cutting plates and boxing for cushions -- Patterning: Create a pattern or take your geometric measurements. These should represent what the expected finished size of the cushion is to be. Cutting Plates: Cut Top and Bottom plates to the pattern, plus ¼” all around. Determine Boxing Width: Determine boxing width by measuring foam thickness (include batting, if any, under slight compression during measuring). To this measurement add between ¼” and ¾”. Keep in mind that thinner cushions look best with more allowance added and thicker cushions look best with less. Basically adding less of an allowance will allow the seams to roll into the edging of the cushion. Let me know if you have more questions. Thanks, Eric
@justinhopkins9017 Жыл бұрын
Thanks
@amandaspindel5122 жыл бұрын
Is there a reason that the port and starboard cushions extend all the way aft so that the aft cushion is smaller than it would be if the aft cushion went all the way across and the other two were shorter? I think I want my aft cushion to go all the way across, but there may be a good reason not to do it that way.
@SailriteDIY2 жыл бұрын
Hi Amanda, That cushion is smaller so that when the cockpit is not fully occupied you can remove the cushion and go down into the cabin without stepping on the cushion and without the side cushions possibly moving around.
@anesamuelsen38488 жыл бұрын
Thank You for an excellent video - I am going to sew new fabric for my cushions and I will use the existing foam i have - do I have to "shrink" my pattern according to your instruction for the new foam you are showing at the end of your video? ( 0.5 inch in the width and 1 % at the length - to get the same tight look as in your video)
@SailriteDIY8 жыл бұрын
+Ane Samuelsen The foam should be slightly larger than the plates for a good fit. The desired finished size pattern usually has a 1/4" added on all sides of the plates. The foam is 1% larger than the desired finished pattern (usually no less than 1/2") so your plates shoud be about a 1/4" smaller all around your old foam.
@MBCustoms19 жыл бұрын
Thanks for video I got a good idea!!!!
@SailriteDIY9 жыл бұрын
Perfect! Let us know if you have questions.
@Rupe519 жыл бұрын
Any thought of posting the materials list found at the end of the video here, or above in the KZbin info box where you have the chapters listed?
@SailriteDIY9 жыл бұрын
Rupe51 Great suggestion, it is done. Thanks!!!!
@desireeretiree9 жыл бұрын
Sailrite Can't wait to get my big magnet... and all the other stuff I just ordered, lol !!
@craigmonteforte14783 жыл бұрын
Oh boy Angela on right and left. I bet after a day of boating she wants to park her boat the rest of us Dock ours and park our cars lol
@4keiung9 жыл бұрын
What type of thread and stitch length did you use to make the Marine cushions?
@SailriteDIY9 жыл бұрын
We are using a V-92 Polyester thread for this Sunbrella Marine Grade fabric. If you use a Sunbrella Upholstery fabric I suggest using a V-69 Polyester thread. I like to sew with a stitch length of 5 to 6mm.
@TheHamadanners7 жыл бұрын
thanks to your videos i was able to reappolster my car
@meowzic5 жыл бұрын
Can you layer the boxing cushions, say if I want to layer it with a memory foam topper?
@meowzic5 жыл бұрын
This will be an indoor cushion.
@SailriteDIY5 жыл бұрын
Yes, layering foam in a cushion is common. For example most sleeping mattresses are made by using layers of different types of foam. Typically a base foam (bottom layer) is what is called a “support foam”. This base foam is usually a high density Polyurethane firm foam from 4 to 6 inches in thickness. The next layer is typically a “comfort foam” and is typically a high density Polyurethane medium or soft foam from 2 to 3 inches in thickness. Then the top layer (if desired) is sometimes a memory foam from 2 to 3 inches in thickness. The overall thickness of the matters ranges from about 9 inches to 11 inches when all the layers are combined.
@meowzic5 жыл бұрын
@@SailriteDIY would you need to stitch the cushions together, or do you just stack them inside the cushion cover?
@SailriteDIY5 жыл бұрын
@@meowzic If you are talking about the foam you would need to glue sections or layers together. If they are not glued they may move around in the cushion cover.
@cnvw9748 жыл бұрын
Do you have any videos making vinyl Windows? (I looked but didn't see any)
@SailriteDIY8 жыл бұрын
+cnvw974 Yes, we do! Check out these two links: www.sailrite.com/easearch#!How-To-Instructions-Videos/Videos&ea_d=_1_ALL&ea_a=How-To%3AEnclosures and www.sailrite.com/easearch#!How-To-Instructions-Videos/Videos&ea_d=_1_ALL&ea_a=How-To%3AWindow-Installation
@canvasguy6 жыл бұрын
Hi sailrite,if you dont mind what do u charge for a job like that?
@SailriteDIY6 жыл бұрын
Sorry, we do not sew custom jobs, we sell the materials, tools and show how to DIY only.
@cekiert5 жыл бұрын
Hey@@SailriteDIYare those employee's boats?
@misskim7089 жыл бұрын
Good thanks very
@aae77253 жыл бұрын
The sizes given by the calculator do not match the methodology in your video vis a vis the zipper boxing.
@giandomenicofugazzotto84068 жыл бұрын
that sewing machine you use?
@eldorkpistolero15557 жыл бұрын
Giandomenico Fugazzotto tipple one sewing machine
@saltytailor3 жыл бұрын
6:24 A skipped stitch... 6:42 Another skipped stitch. This project will get another stitch later, but if it didn't, those skipped stitches can cause a poor look, and worse, a weakened product. Nice job, Sailrite!
@andrelaviolette73069 жыл бұрын
Silicone spray the foam and it slides in!
@SailriteDIY9 жыл бұрын
Andre Laviolette Excellent suggestion. I have never tried that.
@brianfanning90304 жыл бұрын
it works!
@chriscodrington54644 жыл бұрын
what sort of pencil are they using as they work?
@SailriteDIY4 жыл бұрын
We used a #2 pencil.
@Abi21mac9 жыл бұрын
👍👍👍
@ve7yan10 жыл бұрын
I drool
@kimballentyne90694 жыл бұрын
Is this material cat proof?
@SailriteDIY4 жыл бұрын
If the cat's claws are removed, yes.
@cbsugar10 жыл бұрын
angela vous êtes géniale !
@SailriteDIY10 жыл бұрын
Merci!
@awannazir29044 жыл бұрын
@@SailriteDIY hi I am from pakistan .and bote upholstery work in dubahi in 5 year .I want to job sailrite .0521757448
@paul1972stevensify9 жыл бұрын
You need to start selling your gear in the UK people....... Come to the UK..
@nathanjenkins82843 жыл бұрын
This 1.0125 isn't 1.25% it is actually 101.25% ok now 1.25% should look like this numerically 0.0125. Example 100" of fabric as follows 100×0.0125=1.25+100=101.25 total inches of material needed. Sorry the land surveyor in me couldn't let it go. The way he was explaining it you'd wind up with 125 inches of fabric