fabrics

The Fabrics lab is home to a variety of equipment, workshops, and other opportunities to improve your skills and complete a soft materials project from start to finish. Capabilities include sewing, embroidery, ironing, and cross stitching. Our peer mentors are happy to help and answer questions, and we look forward to seeing you in the lab!

Tools

  • Fabric shears
  • Pinking Shears
  • Rotary cutting tools
  • Self-healing cutting mat
  • Meter stick (straightedge)
  • Measuring Tape
  • Pin cushion
  • Pattern weights
  • Ball point pins
  • Hand-sewing needles
  • Embroidery needles
  • Machine-sewing needles
  • Embroidery hoops

Sewing Machines

Manufacturer: Juki
Model: HZL DX7
Key Specs:
1050 SPM
Needle type 130R/705H
287 stitches
4 alphabetic and numeric fonts
Max stitch length: 5mm
Max zig-zag width: 7mm
Low shank
Capable of doing free motion quilting
NOTE: LEATHER AND CANVAS ARE NOT ALLOWED
Manual

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Manufacturer: Singer
Model: Heavy Duty 4452 Sewing Mach
Key Specs:
110 stitches
Able to sew through denim and canvas
Manual

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Steam Iron

Manufacturer: Rowenta
Model: DW2191
Key Specs:
1700 watts of power
Stainless steel soleplate
Multiple heat settings
Capable of steaming
Manual

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