Date:	Sun, 23 Jul 1995 04:56:09 -1000
From:	koconnor@iinet.net.au (Karen O'Connor)
Message-Id: <3utnu9$ir1@classic.iinet.com.au>
Organization: iiNet technologies
Subject: Carrington - try Silastic glue

Carrington is worth the effort - but can be a pain to work with.

It stretches and slips and does all those things.  My 25 year old 
machine doesn't have a walking foot (and the cheap 'add ons' dont 
work). 

The very venerable machine also has a strong dislike to double 
sided tape.

However,  Michael Alvares recommended Silastic  (silicon rubber 
glue - clear) which has five great advantages -
1. my machine doesn't object to it
2. its far cheaper than double sided tape
3. its sets quickly (about 10 mins)
4. excess glue rolls off after it has set, really easily
5. you dont get all the pin prick holes from hot tacking

Important tip - dont get Silastic all over your hands - either 
apply straight from the tube (takes practice) or use gloves.
Silastic doesn't hurt at the time - but over the next few days your 
skin peels!



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