Noob with a new mx5 Saturn build.

[norton]

You are a star thank you! That's the reassurance I needed to push on with it. Can you tell me which model Singer you have please?

[Bonzo]

The model I bought was Singer 3105

Stitch length up 5mm, center stitch + Left or Right ( straight stitch )
Also has a zig zag stitching capability.

Circa 1970s , a good solid basic machine.

One currently on ebay item: 191964756706 Cheap for what it is.

I paid £129 for mine but it was from a sewing machine center & had been fully serviced/set up.
Worked brilliant straight from the box.

I don't doubt that there are better machines out there but for a one off bit of trial & error, works fine for me.

Going to have a go at some covers just as soon as the weather warms up.

[norton]

Thank you again. I'm going to go for it. I've never done anything like it before so I'm looking forward to the challenge. Watch this space...

[norton]

I'm stuck on material choice for the boot cover and other parts. Black vinyl is an obvious choice but I'm not keen on the look. I thoughts of using a black outdoors canvas but, I don't know, I'm not convinced mainly because I've never handled it.

Also, will it need a second layer of something to give it more weight and substance?

[TSM Locost]

Good place to start https://www.profabrics.co.uk/collections/all/Marine

[norton]

Well, I found some black mohair for a very reasonable price so have that on the way now. Not long before I ruin it now!

[Bonzo]

I'll be alright

Watch a few online tutorials & grab an off cut to practice with.
Working with an off cut will also help you to ensure the sewing machine is set up properly for the material being used.

Just take it slow & easy, will turn out just fine.