Sewing Machine Maintenance. Gotta get it done.
- I admit it. I abused my sewing machine. I neglected it. It started making sounds that didn't sound good - sorta metal on metal. But I have redeemed myself. I took it apart and cleaned and oiled it. It wasn't that hard. I read the Sailrite manual and watched the video. You can do it too. It just takes a screwdriver, paper towels, and sewing machine oil. Test it on some scraps before your next project for any residual oil. Don't abuse your machine. Take care of it before each big project. If it's happy, you'll be happy.
-Watch needle size for the project at hand. I recently broke a needle on several layers of webbing. My bad as I was using too small a needle Read more [...] 
Sewing Machine Maintenance – Takin’ Care of Business
Sewing Machine Maintenance. Gotta get it done.
- I admit it. I abused my sewing machine. I neglected it. It started making sounds that didn't sound good - sorta metal on metal. But I have redeemed myself. I took it apart and cleaned and oiled it. It wasn't that hard. I read the Sailrite manual and watched the video. You can do it too. It just takes a screwdriver, paper towels, and sewing machine oil. Test it on some scraps before your next project for any residual oil. Don't abuse your machine. Take care of it before each big project. If it's happy, you'll be happy.
-Watch needle size for the project at hand. I recently broke a needle on several layers of webbing. My bad as I was using too small a needle Read more [...] 
The Captain requested a new line bag to hang off the boom attachments. You know for reefing and outhaul lines. The bag needed to be sturdy and be able to stand up to weather. He requested a 14” square bag with pockets on both sides. Here’s what I came up with.
Materials:
Phifertex Plus
Mesh
1” Webbing
1" Binding
D Rings or Buckles
Tools:
Binder clips
Seamstick tape
Binder attachment (optional)
Instructions:
- Measure size of backing panel and add an 1” for seams. Cut 2 out of Phifertex Plus. Measure and cut 2 panels out of the mesh the same size. Measure and cut sides and bottom out of mesh 3” wide plus an 1” for seams. Cut enough for both sides of the bag so you have two pockets.