Sewing Extremely Large Pieces of Fabric - Upholstery Tips & Tricks

[@stex1985]

👍, good to see you still at it. Thanks

[@2010bigfathen]

I staple them pieces together because of arthritis in my hands, it helps so much

[@dennisclapp7527]

Thanks John

[@shrconstruction]

If you want the rolls tighter just keep rolling them in the direction they roll up.... Just rolling them and they will keep getting tighter and tighter... Try it, works everytime. I learned this doing viynl flooring years ago when we had to deal with 12' rolls of material and they had to be rolled tight to move the "drops" around for large job layouts. Works with carpet too.... Any fabric type materials will tighten up this way easily. Nice Juki, I have the same one.... For jobs like that I have a old Singer 112 double needle machine that makes quick strong work on anything the Juki can sew.

[@andrewhesling7875]

Hey John, happy new year, nice to see you again. Hopefully you’ll have better times in 2024. 🎉🎉

[@singlepointdc7749]

Great video. Same thing I do for Physical Therapy table covers and bigger things. Sometimes I use little folding tables for support but I’ve also used the roller outfeed stands that I use for my table saw.

[@spooling_around]

Great tip. I have some larger projects in the works and this will help,

[@r12-z1v]

A cart on wheels would work well for support.

[@ronaldhenningsen1915]

Another great video. Looking forward to some shop updates. A few of us who have your training programs now communicate somewhat regularly on the phone with each other regarding our training efforts.

[@chuckinwyoming8526]

I agree with your rolls and clamps. Sewing wing sails for ultralight aircraft with fabric up to 10 by 16 feet. Panels the size you are working with are very common. I would suggest something like a "sail loft", a flat work space surrounding the sewing machine large enough to lay out your fabric. Also the black spring type paper clips are a big help. The most important thing is BASTING TAPE. Cut and lay out all the pieces the with 1/4" wide double sided basting tape you preassemble each part.

[@garylamm2524]

Can also use basting tape or staple the seam together. One less thing to have to fight.

[@ddingo48]

I use ironing boards placed as needed to support the large panels.

[@sunrisetacticalgear2676]

Definitely adjust the legs on your machine table, it’s easier to be slightly higher than the table next to you. I make covers out of 18 oz truck tarp as well. I normally work alone, so I’ve used some thin polyester blanket batting to act as a slide, if I’m fighting a heavy cover. I also use basting tape on some applications. Thanks

[@rayleyrestorations]

Thanks John. Any tips for sewing pleats on large panels too? I often have to do the rear cushion that sits over the engine in a VW camper which is sometimes a bit of struggle to manoeuvre!

[@xlrationmarine]

I’ve done a few boat covers. Roll a piece up to slide under the machine, repeat.

[@leidycastro2884]

Hola como estas que nombre tiene el material con el que trabajas 😊

[@starnet36]

Is the fabric vinyl? What size thread are you using?

[@turbo96integra]

I use either 92 or 138 thread for all materials in automotive or marine upholstery. Sometimes I will use a 207 thread for top stitching when I want the stitching to stand out more on automotive seats.

[@rudylovato2759]

You still milling lumber? 🤗