Loogypicker wrote:
On Dec 23, 8:43 am, wrote:

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On 12/22/09 6:03 PM, Bill McKee wrote:

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Thanks to all for the suggestions, especially Harry and the plum (try
a sewing machine!).


Comments appreciated. I found a shop that'll do the job. Now I'll let
it dry out a bit and take it in.


Again, thanks


I guess you don't know how to use one. You should learn.


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Nom=de=Plume


I can see you have never tried to sew the middle of a large canvas cover
on
a home sewing machine.


You don't get out much, eh? Most covers for small boats aren't made up
from heavy cotton canvas, but from much lighter and thinner poly fabrics.
My wife sewed a small patch on my Parker's poly cover with a plain old
home sewing machine.


Of course, one has to have a competent wife. Perhaps you and herring can
seek our a neighbor's wife. No competent woman would have anything to do
with either of you.

Most small boat covers are still fairly heavy, and most home sewing
machines have a limited throat depth.


Sounds right. They do make semi-industrial strength machines, and you can
always take it to a seamstress.

You still aren't comfortable with the idea of taking the cover to a
professional who is skilled at making and repairing boat covers, are you?
You need to pester the folks over at rec.sellingragsforfunandprofit and
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Some people have the ability, the skill, and the desire to do things
themselves. Not only does it save money, but when you accomplish
something on your own, there's satisfaction in a job well done. You
wouldn't know about that.


Donnie only had to turn his boat upside down for the winter. I'm sure
he was satisfied and proud of the results.