3 Oct 2016

Celebrating two years in business by moving to The Pig Shed

by Martin Miller | posted in: Caravan, Awning & Tent, Contract Sewing, Glamping, Marine & Sails | 0

OSS celebrating 2 years in business and a new premises to be ready to move into by 1st November 2016.

So where shall we start? At least we now have windows and should be water tight by the end of the week.

Long term the future looks bright within our current markets and adding the Glamping industry for OSS will bring even more growth.

2016 has seen OSS build partnerships with companies in the Glamping industry and as of November 2016 we will be supplying winter servicing solutions for Yurts, Teepee's, Belltents and more.

New Premises 1st November 2016, 2'300 sqft

Work List:

Clean Beams
Jet spray all walls
Spray paint all walls
Paint floor
Install caravan in the corner as office, YES.
Install table
Install racking

Glamping - Yurts, bell tents and more

NEW This year is contract manufacturing.

In order to reduce costs our clients are now able to design and purchase their own materials and free issue either cut panels or raw material to us for assembly. This means we only charge you for the assembly without added costs of Purchasing your materials with large mark ups. This puts all control of costs back into your hands. OSS is also able to hold stock of your materials on site.

Commercial and Industrial Sewing Contractor

Specialising in heavy duty sewn products with a broad range of services across many sectors.

We offer concept design services through to consumer project management and everything in between including: concept consultancy, design, fabric textile specification, prototyping, knife and laser cutting, product fabrication.

Outdoor Sewing Solutions are currently undertaking work for companies from a wide spectrum of industry sectors mostly involved in the leisure activity sectors such as Caravan accessories, Caravan awning manufactures, Climbing walls manufactures, Marine servicing, Boat building. We have also taken on work for others including The Institute for Outdoor Learning.

The Heavy-duty sewing machines in our workshop allow OSS to handle a massive range of material weights.

4 May 2016

Don’t forget to check our helpful LINK’S page

by Martin Miller | posted in: Caravan, Awning & Tent, Contract Sewing, Marine & Sails | 0

Don’t forget to check our Link page at OUTDOOR SEWING SOLUTIONS

As we learn more and deal with more companies within the Outdoor and leisure industries, we will post on our links page and keep updating as we go.

If you feel we should add other helpful site, please send us the link and we will see if we agree.

We will continue to add links, so keep coming back for tips and helpful websites.

Check out our Google Plus page for tips

OSS links page

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24 Apr 2016

Fabsil Universal Protector Liquid and Aerosol

by Martin Miller | posted in: Caravan, Awning & Tent, Contract Sewing, Glamping, Marine & Sails, RS Feva, RS Tera, Uncategorized | 0

The high performance silicone-based waterproofing has been trusted by professionals and outdoor enthusiasts for years. By using it you can restore the waterproofing of any outdoor fabrics, including boat covers.

Replicates the original water-repellent finish applied to outdoor products.
Versatile – works on any outdoor fabric.
Easy to use – can be painted or sprayed on.

Nothing takes the fun out of camping like a leaking tent. Fortunately, Fabsil can help. Fabsil Universal Protector Liquid replicates the original water-repellent finish found on all kinds of outdoor gear and equipment, and can help keep you dry in even the wettest weather.

Trusted by professionals and outdoor enthusiasts for years, Fabsil Universal Protector is a high-performance, silicone-based waterproofing treatment, suitable for use on tents, boat covers, parasols, garden chairs, and umbrellas.

Fabsil Universal Protector 600ml

Fabsil Protector + UV 1L

Fabsil Universal Silicone Waterproofer – 2.5 Litres

Fabsil Universal Silicone Waterproofer – 5

Due to popular demand OUTDOOR SEWING SOLUTIONS is now stocking Fabsil Waterproof Protector.

GRFAB07 Fabsil Universal Protector Liquid and Aerosol — Usage instructions are as follows:

Ensure the fabric being treated is clean and free of debris.

Apply with a clean paintbrush, using long even strokes.

Alternatively, decant Fabsil into a spray and apply using a fine mist setting.

Ensure good coverage is achieved.

Wipe away any excess Fabsil, including any droplets, with a clean cloth.

Allow the product to dry completely before exposing to any moisture.

Warning: Flammable liquid and vapour. May be fatal if swallowed and enters airways. May cause drowsiness or dizziness. Contains Zirconium butanolate. May produce an allergic reaction.
Contains: NAPHTHA

GHS_flamme Fabsil Universal Protector Liquid and Aerosol — Usage instructions are as follows:

Ensure the fabric being treated is clean and free of debris.

Apply with a clean paintbrush, using long even strokes.

Alternatively, decant Fabsil into a spray and apply using a fine mist setting.

Ensure good coverage is achieved.

Wipe away any excess Fabsil, including any droplets, with a clean cloth.

Allow the product to dry completely before exposing to any moisture.

Warning: Flammable liquid and vapour. May be fatal if swallowed and enters airways. May cause drowsiness or dizziness. Contains Zirconium butanolate. May produce an allergic reaction.
Contains: NAPHTHA

3 Mar 2016

Leather work bag repair

by Martin Miller | posted in: Caravan, Awning & Tent, Contract Sewing, Marine & Sails | 0

‪#‎leatherwork‬ ‪#‎Bag‬ ‪#‎repair‬

Repairs in 10 minutes, no problem, book in and we will repair while you wait (where possible).

With continued exposure to sunlight and weather the threads we use are formulated to prevent colour fade and retain strength by spinning a sheath of cotton around a core of continuous filament polyester. It is then coated with an anti-wicking agent to prevent water absorption and water migration along the thread, thus assisting the thread to maintain its dexterity.

The Heavy-duty sewing machines in our workshop allow OSS to handle a massive range of material weights.

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12745709_589322917886767_894820432636951129_n-225x300 Leather work bag repair — Leather work

19 Feb 2016

Caravan Awning Size

by Martin Miller | posted in: Caravan, Awning & Tent | 0

What awning size is right for my caravan?

The below links will help you measure your caravan to insure you chose the correct awning size for your purchase or alterations.

Awning extension and reductions

We can alter your awning up to 75cm. Anti wicking threads keeps seams from leaking.

Find your awning: Ventura

4 easy steps to buy your awning: Bradcot

Whats my Size? Measuring your Van: NR awnings

Alterations up to 750.00mm maximum

Caravan awning extensions – £140
Caravan awning reductions – Starting from £124

16 Feb 2016

Tent, Caravan and sailing season upon us

by Martin Miller | posted in: Caravan, Awning & Tent | 0

8 Feb 2016

Tent and awning materials functionalities

by Martin Miller | posted in: Caravan, Awning & Tent | 0

Breathable
Cotton cloth and textile materials which have a microporous coating on the outside have a strong breathable capability that allows air and water vapour to pass through. This increases comfort and creates a pleasant climate in the tent.

Dirt repellent

The cloth or fabric has been given a finish that ensures that dust and dirt adhere to it less readily and the fabric does not attract them.

Flame-retardant
The use of inherently flame-retardant fibers ensures extra safety and protection. Textile material that is flame retardant inhibits fires from starting and delays their spreading.

Stability
Various types of fiber have a low degree of shrinkage. Thanks to special methods of production and professional processing by the manufacturer, the tent fabric remains stable. This enables a tent or awning to be stretched taut.

Sun protective
This fabric resists the nuisance caused by sunlight and the heat resulting from sunlight. TenCate tent and awning fabric is well able to withstand UV radiation and thus provides effective protection from the sun.

Colourfast
The right choice of dyes and colourings with excellent colourfastness ensures that tent and awning fabric retain their colour, even when they are exposed to sun and rain for many seasons.

Durable
A number of studies and tests have proven that the best raw materials, the right combination of fibers, the weaving technique chosen and

good finishes result in excellent durability. Good maintenance will increase lifespan even further.

Moisture regulating
Fibers like cotton and PVA have a high moisture-absorbent capability and are able to get rid of moisture quickly from this textile material.

Strong
An ingenious combination of fibers, yarns, weaving and finishing gives the textile material its strength. The right processing and smart construction enhance this feature.

Water repellent
The combination of fibers, construction and processing results in a textile material that repels water.

8 Feb 2016

Tent fabric care, increase the life span of your tent.

by Martin Miller | posted in: Caravan, Awning & Tent | 0

After you have bought your tent, the cotton tent cloth may in the first instance still allow a little moisture to pass through. However, during the first shower the fabric will become saturated, causing it to close as it were and thus allow no further water to pass through.

Every type of tent cloth requires maintenance, however strong and weather-resistant the material may be. The following tips will enable you to enjoy your tent for even longer.

Make sure the tent cloth and the slope of the tent are correctly tensioned. This will enable rainwater to run off more easily.
Never touch the tent with greasy hands. If you have used suntan lotion, wash your hands first, as grease can harm the waterproof qualities.
Never place chairs or similar objects against the tent cloth. Friction can easily cause damage, which may result in leakage.
Do not touch the tent cloth while it is raining, as this will allow water to remain ‘suspended’ where the tent cloth has been touched, thus increasing the risk of leakage.

Do not hang washing or wet towels over the tent cloth. These may still contain some soap residues which can be transferred to the tent cloth and affect its water-repellent properties.
For the same reason, never clean the mud skirts or ground sheets with soap.
Ventilate the tent well, even if it is not or rarely being used.
Avoid cooking in the tent or at least make sure that there is adequate ventilation to remove any condensation formed.
Clean the tent cloth before storage.
Make sure the tent is thoroughly dry before storage.

Tent repairs

Repairs from £30 or talk to us and we can supply options for you to do the repair at home yourself saving even more money.

From small hole to zip, ground sheet and panel replacement.

Tent poles

We are able to order in poles to match your current sizes, lead time required to buy in the sizes you want.

Pre season servicing

Service you awning before you put it away and before the pre-season rush. prices start at £60.00 plus materials.

For more information in regards your tent and awning, please feel free to contact OSS or go to the site at OUTDOOR SEWING SOLUTIONS

7 Feb 2016

How a sewing machine works

by Martin Miller | posted in: Caravan, Awning & Tent, Marine & Sails, Uncategorized | 0

Walking foot sewing machine as used by OUTDOOR SEWING SOLUTIONS

A needle shoves thread up and down, and somehow a seam is formed.

Here’s a little YouTube video of this:

What is that thread latching to? How, if the needle just bobs up and down, does the thread lock in place?

A great GIF reveals what is going on inside the machine as the needle does its little dance:

CLICK ON IMAGE TO MAKE IT WORK

Beneath the needle (as the GIF shows at a very slowed down speed) a hook rotates, capturing the thread from above and looping it around another thread, this one reeling from the bobbin below. The two threads interlock around the layers of fabric, binding them to one another.

So it’s not magic; it’s mechanics. And to me, that’s even neater.

hpm_0000_0003_0_img0148-300x143 How a sewing machine works — A stitch in time

16 Jan 2016

How do I clean my acrylic canvas covers?

by Martin Miller | posted in: Caravan, Awning & Tent, Glamping, Marine & Sails | 0

The cover should be soaked in lukewarm water (not exceeding 40 degrees). It should then be scrubbed lightly with a mild soap (no detergents), use Fairy, Lux or a Simple soap. Flakes are preferable, but you can rub the bar of soap over the canvas. This can be done on board in situ, on the pontoon, at home on your patio, or in the bath!. Rinse the cover with warm water and leave to dry naturally. Any windows in the cover may be washed in the same way, using lukewarm water and a mild soap, but do not use abrasives or bleaches. DO NOT PRESSURE WASH. After washing, you may wish to consider re-proofing the canvas. i.e. adding the protective waterproof coating to the top side.