Tutorial: Sewing with a Double Needle
By · CommentsDouble needles are great for decorative stitching, hemming, and heirloom sewing. In this short video:
- Learn what size double needle Nancy Zieman recommends for heirloom sewing, hemming, and decorative stitching
- Watch Nancy demonstrate how easy it is to thread your machine for use with a double needle
- See a quick demonstration on how to stitch a perfect double stitch hem without marking the fabric first
Vote Now for the Stuck at Prom Contest
By · CommentsPosted by Nicole Smith Help choose the winner of the Duck Brand duct tape prom contest.
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Posted by Nicole Smith Don’t miss your opportunity to win a prize package including prizes from Manne-King and Britex Notions.
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Video: How to Make a Laundry Chute
By · CommentsI don’t have a laundry chute in this house. I really wanted one. In my last house I had a chute and I LOVED it. So much easier than carrying basketfuls of laundry down the stairs, and I always seem to bash my knuckles on the wall on the way down! I think I might revisit this… Watch …
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Tutorial: Shirred or elastic waist pajama shorts
By · CommentsSuzannah from Adventures in Dressmaking shares a tutorial on her blog showing how to make a pair of pajama shorts. She gives two options for the waist – you can shirr it with elastic thread, or stitch down a wide piece of elastic. Go to the tutorial . [photo from Adventures in Dressmaking ]…
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Okieladybug’s Scrap N’ More: Sewing Video Tutorial
By · CommentsI have had many questions asked about my Janome Sew -Mini and I have to tell you that I absolutely love it! I think it will be my favorite Mother’s Day present ever from my daughter. I thought I would do a video tutorial on how to use it …
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From the very first pages I knew that this book was going to be one of the most useful tools in my sewing reference library. Just the fact that all this information has been offered by generous men and women all over the world, …
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I’ve been itching to sew , but our current apt has been a sauna in this extremely hot weather. So much for moving north for cooler summers! However, today I have a half-day of work and I really do want to get some sewing done. …
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Toy Sewing | Primsey Patterns Supply
By · CommentsThere is a huge list of things to do to keep your sewing machine in good working condition but are the basics you need to watch out for on a daily basis. Not only does this list keep your machine working is also important for your …
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Sewing Tips – Clipping Corners and Curves. Sometimes the simplest little technique can really polish off your project. By taking an extra moment or two to finish something off right, you will start to see huge improvements in your …
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