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Basics

Tailor Tack Tutorial by Gertie

Tailor’s tacks are thread marks used to indicate a pattern’s markings on your fabric. It’s one of those skills you see all …

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Basics

Sewing a Lapped Zipper in a Skirt

A lapped zipper is a great technique for sewing in an all-purpose (not invisible) zipper. The finished zipper has an overlap on the left side of the opening that covers the zipper. On the right side of the opening, the fabric is stitched very close to the zipper teeth.

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Sewing Your First Zipper- The Centered Zipper

If you’ve never sewn a zipper before, you’ll want to start with the centered zipper. This is an application that puts the zipper teeth right in the middle of a seam line. The zipper opening is topstitched to secure the zipper teeth.

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Project 4 - Sew Easy Needle Case

Needles seem to have this magic quality that makes them disappear without any effort. Pins are a little harder to lose but …

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Basics

Invisible Zipper Tutorial from Gertie

Invisible zippers are a very popular choice for garment closures. They disappear into a seam, making them virtually undectable—when inserted properly. They work best on light- to medium-weight fabrics.

Tips and Tricks

Sewing on Fleece

Fleece can be used in so many ways. It is a favorite for no-sew projects because it doesn’t ravel, but it is also simple to use for sewing projects.

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Tips and Tricks

Sewing with Outdoor Thread

This time of year we often get questions about what type of thread to use for sewing or repairing outdoor items like deck chairs and cushions for benches and chairs. The constant exposure to the sun, chlorine and the elements are very demanding on fabrics and threads.

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Zippers Exposed!

Have you noticed how often exposed zippers are showing up these days? Zippers are being installed with their teeth exposed …